(I admit that I have no firsthand experience with terrorism.) The second part of the question reads, “can Christians carry weapons to defend ourselves?” Christians carrying weapons is an individual’s own decision. Is it a sin for a Christian to own a weapon? No. [...]
Absolutely, God does help the lonely. “I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.” (Hebrews 13:5) “Draw nigh to God and he will draw nigh to you” (James 4:8) “I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you” (John 14:18) “You keep [...]
There is only actually one call for the Christian and that is to come into Christ and abide there in a life of consecration and sacrifice for God. Romans 12:1 tells us the present our bodies a living sacrifice which is our reasonable service. [...]
Four questions need to be answered: Does the Bible teach that drinking wine is wrong? Am I toasting something God would approve? Do I fall into bad behavior when I drink wine? How does my behavior affect others?The Bible urges us to be cautious with drinking wine. The [...]
George Mueller, a Christian living at the turn of the 20th century, wrote: “I seek in the beginning to get my heart in such a state that it has no will of its own in regard to a given matter. Nine-tenths of the difficulties [...]
The Bible directs the followers of Jesus to be subject to the powers that be. In Rom. 13:1-7 the Apostle Paul explains that those who are in authority are there by God's appointment. We are to give to them all their dues -- taxes [...]
God is always open to bringing you closer to Him. “Draw nigh unto God and He will draw nigh to you,” James 4:8. He desires to bless, comfort, and nurture you. “The Lord is good to all; and his tender mercies are over all [...]
God’s main way of “talking” to us is through His word. Many have claimed to literally hear God speaking to them but at times it can be contradictory to what His revealed word says. The apostles and others who wrote the New Testament encouraged [...]
“Because the Sovereign LORD helps me, I will not be disgraced. Therefore have I set my face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame.” Isa 50:7 To set one’s face like a flint is to be disciplined and not [...]
The decision to become a missionary demonstrates a person's heart desire to spend her life in God's service. This, of course, is pleasing to God. We do not know, nor can we appreciate, the many sorrows and trials the woman may have experienced. But God knows, and He will not forget [...]
Few phrases ring more true than “actions speak louder than words.” In the case of Zacchaeus we might wonder what prompted Zacchaeus to climb the sycamore tree in the first place. Luke 19:1-3 tells us that “he was a chief tax collector and was [...]
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines mercy as compassion that is shown to an offender. It is kind or forgiving treatment that is given to someone who is in a very bad or desperate situation. There are several instances in the New Testament where beggars and [...]
God appears to be very understanding and loving when youth and lifestyle are spoken of in the Bible. As a young person, God knows that you will make mistakes and even rebel. In fact, God’s plan is entirely based on mankind making mistakes and [...]
Good family relationships are important to God and for the well-being of every family member. God himself set the order amongst his intelligent creation. “I would have you know that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman is [...]
A child's mind is not an adult's mind. Children cannot understand abstract concepts as adults do because their minds are still developing. So, how do we teach a child about God, Jesus and the Bible? Basically, a child sees his parents and grandparents as [...]
Some people gamble to win money to live or supplement their income. That’s a problem. God has directed every man to work to provide for himself and his family. The Apostle Paul states, “Even while we were with you, we gave you this command: ‘Those unwilling [...]
1Jn 2:3-4 And by this we know that we have come to know him, if we keep his commandments. Whoever says "I know him" but does not keep his commandments is a liar, and the truth is not in him, In the next chapter [...]
Oh, the sorrows we suffer. The griefs we bear. Every morning we wake exhausted with heavy hearts. The new day is bleak with despair and hopelessness. Every night, sleep escapes us as sorrows hijack our minds and tears pour from our hearts. Is there [...]
First we might inquire, what is it like to be like Christ? The apostle Paul offers some thoughts in Philippians 2:5-8 Have this mind in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: who, existing in the form of God, counted not the being on [...]
The Bible does not give a specific scripture about the question, but it does provide guidance on the characteristics a Christian should look for in a spouse. The Bible warns against being unequally yoked in 2 Corinthians 6:14: “Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. [...]
