The first verse of Hebrews chapter four includes the word “therefore,” indicating that the thoughts expressed in this chapter are a continuation of those of the preceding chapter. In Hebrews 3:12, the author (generally thought to be the Apostle Paul) issues a heartfelt warning [...]
1 Timothy 4:12 reads “Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but be an example for other believers in your speech, behavior, love, faithfulness and purity.” The Apostle Paul did not look down on Timothy; he expressed a deep respect [...]
The Apostle Paul was concerned. The Christians in Galatia were struggling with worldly influences coming in among them from several sources. First, there were Christians who came from a Jewish background and believed that all Christians were bound to follow the Jewish Law. Then [...]
We appreciate this question very much and are sorry you feel so much longing and sadness. The desires of the heart can be a long and painful trial for so many of us. The heart wants what the heart wants, but a big part [...]
Through God’s guidance and power, Moses led the descendants of Israel out of Egypt, where they had lived for several generations. The people expected Moses to lead them to the land God had promised to their ancestor, Abraham (Genesis 17:8, Exodus 3:7-8). Through God’s [...]
There is only one baptism for a disciple of Christ. That baptism is to be "baptized in Christ," into his death.How does this work? By what authority do we do this? It is done by the authority that Jesus gave when he ascended up [...]
When a general statement is made, it is important to understand the context and the Divine intention behind the statement.The verses in Matthew 6:25-33 illustrate that God has the ABILITY to supply every need in the animal and plant creation. But He chooses to use [...]
2 Chronicles 1:7-10: (NASB) “In that night God appeared to Solomon and said to him, Ask what I shall give you. Solomon said to God, You have dealt with my father David with great lovingkindness, and have made me king in his place. Now, [...]
The term “Christianity” is an all-encompassing general term that describes the religion based on the person and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, or its beliefs and practices. Christians study the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians believe God sent His son Jesus, [...]
We would question, who is the “they” who says there is someone for everyone? The concept of a “soul mate” has Pagan origins, traced to Plato’s “Symposium” in which one of the characters Aristophanes tells a “comic, fantastical story about how humans were at [...]
When Adam and Eve disobeyed God (Genesis 3), the punishment of death was applied not only to them, but to all their descendants, meaning every subsequent generation of mankind. Likewise, Jesus’ sacrifice of his perfect human life as a corresponding “payment” for that disobedience applies [...]
The thought behind the word salvation is to rescue and to deliver.Every human being born in Adam has need of salvation. The death sentence passed upon Adam was because of his disobedience in the Garden of Eden. This death sentence has been inherited by every human being. Romans [...]
Matthew 12:20: A battered reed he will not break off; and a smoldering wick he will not put out, until he leads justice to victory.This verse is quoted from a prophecy in Isaiah 42:1-3, and according to Matthew 12, clearly illustrates the approach and attitude [...]
How do we get "in" Christ?The call to become body members of Christ is described in Romans 12:1,2: “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable [...]
This verse refer to is part of a series of parables Jesus gave beginning in Luke chapter 15. There, in verse 2, the scribes and Pharisees murmured because Jesus received sinners and ate with them. Because of their superior attitude, Jesus went on to give the [...]
It may be hard to understand, but nobody made God.Psalms 90:2 says, “Before the mountains were born, or you brought forth the whole world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.” “Everlasting” means that God was always there. He has existed forever. He had [...]
Jesus was begotten of the spirit at his baptism. However, the context of Psalm 2 is in keeping with the Apostle Paul's application that the statement, "this day have I begotten thee" describes Jesus' resurrection. Psalm 2 opens with the heathen raging and the kings of the earth [...]
The accounts of the baptism of Jesus are found in Matthew 3:13-17, John 1:29-34 and Luke 3:21-22. The only individuals we know for sure who attended Jesus' baptism was Jesus himself and John the Baptist. It is likely, however, that there were many other unnamed individuals who [...]
It is overwhelming to see how Jesus has cared for us and how he continues to care for us.Jesus is our Precious Savior and loved us so much he was willing to give up everything to surrender to the will of God even to the [...]
The privilege of giving birth to the Savior of the world couldn’t be given to just anyone. Only a woman with outstanding faith, an extraordinary character, and pure heart would be appropriate for such an honor.We find information about Mary’s beautiful character in Luke [...]
