What is the different between LORD and God? (Nigeria)
In most Bible translations, the word “LORD” in all capital letters is the Hebrew word typically rendered “Jehovah”. Directly transliterated it is “YHVH” without vowels. A few Bibles do translate YHVH as “Jehovah” rather than “LORD”, but this is not typical. Jehovah is the biblical name of the Almighty God. It means “the Self-existent One,” [...]
What is the true religion? Are the religions of Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, etc. wrong?
The true religion will reflect the true God. What is God like? Consider how God’s natural creation demonstrates His attributes. Romans 1:20 (NIV), “For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities--his eternal power and divine nature--have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made…”Briefly, creation reflects great power and wisdom. The [...]
Can a Christian lady marry a Muslim man? (Qatar)
No. When a Christian and a non-Christian marry, that couple is considered unequally yoked. 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 (NIV) “do not be yoked together with unbelievers”. Deuteronomy 22:10 tells us, “do not plow with an ox and a donkey yoked together”. A yoke is a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals [...]
What does the Bible say about Christmas? (Philippines)
Short Answer: The Bible does not teach us to celebrate Jesus’ birth. However, it is always permissible to rejoice in different aspects of our Lord’s life.Discussion: Jesus never told his disciples to celebrate his birth. So, how did this celebration start? It is thought that December 25 became the traditional date of Christmas when it [...]
Why did God create the earth? (Nepal)
The earth is a gift from God to mankind!“Thus saith Jehovah, Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool.” “And I will make the place (footstool) of my feet glorious.” “And his (Jehovah’s) feet shall stand in that day upon the Mount of Olives.” Isaiah 60:13; 66:1; Zechariah 14:4; Matthew 5:35; Acts 7:49 God’s [...]
Is God going to fight the Armageddon and the Hamongog wars?
Summary: Yes, God, as represented by Christ, ends the present evil world (Galatians 1:4) in the Armageddon battle. Discussion: Gog is the enemy of God. Ezekiel 38:3, 18, 20-23 (ESV), “and say, Thus says the Lord GOD: Behold, I am against you, O Gog…on that day, the day that Gog shall come against the land [...]