Explain what the harvest is and its consequences. (Zambia)
A spiritual harvest is a reaping time when past behaviors and character fruits are judged. The result of the judgment decides the outcome. That which is developed according to God’s will receive good rewards. Anything grown in opposition to God’s will is to be destroyed in preparation for God’s kingdom on earth. (Daniel 2:44) The [...]
What does it mean to covet?
The word “covet” is used in the 10th commandment of the Law that God gave to Moses: it says we should not covet various things that belong to our neighbor. To covet means to want something very strongly that someone else has. Our “neighbor” means everyone around us. What we covet does [...]
When did God reveal Himself? (Philippines)
Revelation 5 is a picture illustration of the revealing of God’s plan. This is a symbolic representation – not literal - for Jesus is described as “the lion of the tribe of Judah” in verse 5 and a lamb in verse 8. He could not be literally both. A general summary of the chapter will [...]
Why does God say that He chastens those whom He loves? (Trinidad/Tobago)
It is a unique privilege to have the heavenly Father so involved with our lives that He accepts us as dearly beloved children. He teaches us by instruction in the Word of truth and by overruling our circumstances. Through these methods, if correctly received, we grow characters of righteousness. This glorifies God. Hebrews 12:5-6 (NIV), “And [...]
Please explain 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 (NASB), "Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? If any man destroys the temple of God, God will destroy him, for the temple of God is holy, and that is what you are." (Philippines)
We will consider three perspectives of these verses. Perspective 1: In the context of this chapter, Paul is warning the brethren to watch for those who would bring in false doctrines and heresies. These could cause factions and divisions among the collective “temple” of believers. Paul is stressing the necessity of building their faith on [...]
How or what offering is an act of worship of love? (Nigeria)
“God is Spirit and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” (John 4:24) In Old Testament times, under the law given to Israel through Moses, it was proper to present offerings of cattle, grains or other produce, to remain in harmony with the LORD. But the LORD has no need for [...]