What are the origins of prophecy in Israel?
The origin of all true prophecy comes from Jehovah God. He is the only being who knows the future. Isaiah 42:8-9 (NIV), “I am the LORD; that is my name! I will not yield my glory to another or my praise to idols. See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; [...]
Give me three major reason why we ought to pray.
Prayer is a privilege. No earthly king or president permits unlimited access to his ear. But the great creator, emperor, God of the universe encourages our communication! He never sleeps. Psalm 121:4, “He who watches over Israel (natural and spiritual Israel) never slumbers or sleeps.” He is always there for us. What a gracious God [...]
When was the Apostle Paul's name changed from Saul to Paul and who changed it?
There is a common thought that the Apostle Paul received a miraculous change of name as he began his ministry. Some might suppose that the change occurred at the time of his dramatic conversion (Acts 9:1-31). However, there is no mention of a name change in this context. The book of Acts uses the name Saul from [...]
Who are the called?
“And no man takes this honor to himself, but he who is called by God, just as Aaron was.” Hebrews 5:4 (NKJV)Aaron was called to the priesthood in Israel, and now, Jesus has opened “a new and living way, which he has consecrated for us,” Hebrews 10:20. God is calling out a special group, the [...]
Should people practice the Sabbath under the New Covenant?
The New Covenant is not yet in operation. God made one great covenant and that was with Abraham. Genesis 22:17,18: “I will greatly bless you, and I will greatly multiply your seed as the stars of the heavens and as the sand which is on the seashore…In your seed, all the nations of the earth shall [...]
What does it mean to be "slain in the spirit"? (holy spirit)
“Slain in the spirit” or “slaying in the spirit” are not scriptural expressions. Some charismatic Christians use these phrases to describe an individual in religious ecstasy who falls to the floor when he is overcome by the power of the holy spirit. Religious ecstasy frequently occurs during prayers for healing.The subject of the holy spirit [...]