Romans 9:17 and Exodus 9:16 – why did God treat Pharoah with favor since he persecuted God's people?
Romans 9:17 is a direct quote from Exodus 9:16. It paints a picture of God working through human choices—even stubborn, resistant ones—to reveal His power and character. When Paul quotes God’s words to Pharaoh, he’s showing that Pharaoh wasn’t a puppet; he was a man whose own pride and self?importance made him naturally resistant to [...]
How do I reach my grandchildren who are in their early twenties? How do I deal with the lies they have been taught in college? (children, young people)
The more we love someone, the more they have the ability to touch our hearts. The most difficult experiences we have in life are often centered around our most beloved children and grandchildren. There aren’t always quick answers to drawing our loved ones back from the lies of the world. Below are some suggestions that [...]
What happened with Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well?
What happened with Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well? In Jesus’ day, Jewish people and Samaritan people did not get along and wanted nothing to do with each other.One day, Jesus and his disciples were passing through the land of Samaria. Jesus stopped to rest at a water well while his disciples [...]
Why did the high priest in the Old Testament have blood placed on his ear, hand and toe? (Exodus 29, Leviticus 8)
The placing of blood on the right ear, right hand, and right toe was part of a ceremony established by God to dedicate, or consecrate, Israel’s priesthood. Blood placed on the right ear symbolized that the priest was to be attentive to God’s direction. Blood on the right thumb indicated that his hands were to be devoted [...]
Why would God create us if He knew we would just die?
God did not create humanity with the intention of having us die; His original purpose was for mankind to live eternally in a perfect relationship with Him on a perfected earth (Genesis 1:26–28; Psalm 115:16).When God finished His creation, He declared it "very good," meaning it was flawless, without pain, disease or death (Genesis 1:31). [...]
Is it a sin to be rich?
Money is important to live, but just how important should it be? Some people say that being a good Christian means that God will automatically bless you with riches, but this is not true. Jesus and his apostles owned very few possessions, and they never taught that a Christian’s life would be carefree and filled [...]