We are beings created with the power of decision making. We have the freedom of choice. Everyone can weigh the pros and cons on any given matter and make a choice as to what they do. There is also the matter of will-power that [...]
Webster defines fear as an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation of danger or pain. Fear implies anxiety and usually loss of courage. This strong emotion creates changes in brain and body functions. Ultimately, fear may cause a person to run away, hide or freeze [...]
Let’s begin with a foundational truth spoken by Jesus himself: “No one has ascended into heaven except the Son of Man” (John 3:13). This single statement sets the boundary for our understanding. Whatever happened to Elijah, it did not involve entering the heavenly dwelling [...]
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 [...]
"The floodgate in Genesis 7 is figurative language. It means that God held back the rains of the flood until the proper time when Noah, his family, and the animals were safe in the ark. In this scripture, 'the heavens' means the sky or [...]
Judges 13: 3-5, 7 (NIV), “The angel of the LORD appeared to her and said, ‘You are barren and childless, but you are going to become pregnant and give birth to a son. Now see to it that you drink no wine or other [...]
Let's first look at some instances in the Bible where a person tried to worship a being other than God or Jesus. (All references are to the New International Version Bible.) While receiving the Revelation of Jesus Christ on the Isle of Patmos, the [...]
We want songs that reinforce the good in our hearts. Are the lyrics lovely, pure and good? Philippians 4:8 “Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever wins respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovable, whatever is of good repute--if there is any [...]
Christian character growth begins with faith. This is fundamental, and a wise man builds upon this strong foundation. "Without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is the rewarder of [...]
This site provides short answers of 500 words or less. Your excellent question requires a lengthy answer beyond the scope of this app. The Jewish Tabernacle was a movable tent (or temple) where the Israelites could be in contact with God’s presence as they [...]
Thank you for your interesting question. Generally in the New Testament, the word office describes a position of service in the church such as a deacon, or an elder (translated bishop). When the early church was being established, the apostle Paul gave some helpful [...]
God has used dreams in the past to give a message of prophecy as He deemed necessary. Let’s examine some of the most notable.Starting with Joseph the son of Jacob, Joseph started receiving prophetic dreams when he was young. His first was of sheaves [...]
Jesus was the Son of God… Jesus was a spirit being before he was born on earth. Jesus was called “the Word” and he created all things as God’s representative and through God’s power and name. Prov. 8:23 - 30 (New Living Version)“ I [...]
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 [...]
Perhaps you are thinking of one of these texts:Matthew 24:40-42, “Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Two women shall be grinding at the mill; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Watch therefore: [...]
The Scriptures do not give a definitive time for the building of the original walls of the city of Jericho. The city was already in existence when the Jews finished their 40 years in the wilderness and there is no indication how long the [...]
What is the beast itself? Looking to the lessons found in Daniel chapters 7 and 8 we discover the beasts symbolically represent Gentile earthly powers, governments or empires. At various times and places, these powers would exercise dominion over the Lord’s people acting in a beast-like manner. The [...]
“Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold.” Matthew 24:12 (NIV)This scripture in the Lord’s great prophecy explains that wickedness or sin causes love to become cold. Are we presently living in a time of increased sin? Yes. As [...]
No, the dead cannot communicate with us. There is no scripture in the Bible that tells us the dead can communicate at all. On the contrary, Ecclesiastes 9:5-6 says, “the dead know nothing. …They no longer play a part in anything here on earth” [...]
Ten days after Jesus ascended into heaven, the first Christians were gathered together for the day of Pentecost. They heard a loud noise like a violent wind, and the holy spirit suddenly appeared as tongues of fire which rested on each of them, and [...]
