What does it mean to be pure of heart? (United States)
Matthew 5:8, “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God." To paraphrase: Blessed are those whose heart motives are pure, clean, and holy. It is our sincerity of intention and will that is required. This does not mean Christians are perfect in their motives. Our hearts, minds, and consciences have been sickened by [...]
Jacob was a patriarch but his prayer did not save his sons except Joseph. Why? David was the psalmist but Solomon's name is not found among RIGHTEOUS people. Why? Samuel was a high priest but his sons were notorious?. Why?… If they couldn't save their own family members, then what was the use of being a prophet, patriarch, or high priest? So confused. (India)
These righteous men of old suffered grief and loss because some of their children did not follow God. Yet, when people are developed and matured through their suffering, they become compassionate, godly people. These faithful ones will be rewarded on earth to become the human representatives of Christ’s spiritual reign. God said, “I will restore [...]
Why was death a just penalty for Adam? Was Adam under a law?
The giving of a law by any competent authority implies the ability of the recipient to keep that law. The giving of a law presupposes the possibility of its violation, and, hence, a law always has penalties attached to it. Father Adam was created in the image of God. When he sinned, he received a sentence or [...]
Who was David? (Part 2)
Be sure to watch Who was David? (Part 1) found here: https://youtu.be/BDVRsUxuCxU David was a shepherd, prophet, musician, songwriter, army commander, and finally, king of Israel. When David was young, he served King Saul first by playing music for him and then by becoming Saul’s armor bearer, and later a commander in Saul’s army. [...]
Who was David? (Part 1)
David was a shepherd, prophet, musician, songwriter, army commander, and finally, king of Israel. He was the youngest son in his family from Bethlehem. The Scriptures say he was a man after God’s own heart, meaning he was loyal to God and wanted most of all to please Him. Also, Jesus came from David’s [...]
How did Sunday become a day of rest or the Sabbath?
We are to praise the Lord every day. Hebrews 4:1-3 tells us we have entered into our “Lord's rest,” that is, Sabbath. The lesson of the Sabbath is more than setting aside one specific day of the week to worship God. It is a daily worship. We can be at peace, resting by trusting and loving God. Luke 9:23: [...]