Can an evil spirit enter a Christian serving the Lord?
Evil spirits are spirit beings that, through disobedience to God, were cast out of God’s favor and light and into darkness. For this reason, they are sometimes referred to as “fallen angels.” The first of these beings to disobey God was Lucifer. The scriptures describe him as allowing pride to corrupt his character (Isaiah 14:12-15). [...]
Why did Isaiah 7:14 prophesy Jesus' name would be Emmanual (or Immanuel), and yet he was named Jesus? (Matthew 1:18-23)
We recommend a Powerpoint sermon called “In Jesus’ Name,” by Joe Megacz.Quoting from that YouTube video:Why didn't Joseph call his name Emmanuel like Isaiah had prophesied? (See Matthew 1:18-23)Bible dictionaries tell us “Jesus” is the Greek form of the Hebrew name “Joshua.” The full name of “Joshua” has two parts: “Jeho” and “shua,” meaning “Jehovah saves.”Later this [...]
Why did Jesus wash the disciples feet?
In Jesus’ time, people walked in sandals along dusty roads. Typically, when you visited someone, your host would have their servant wash your feet so that you would feel clean and refreshed. Washing someone’s feet was considered to be a job for someone with low status. But for the night of the Passover supper, [...]
What is the meaning of Hebrews 4:1-9? (Sabbath)
The first verse of Hebrews chapter four includes the word “therefore,” indicating that the thoughts expressed in this chapter are a continuation of those of the preceding chapter. In Hebrews 3:12, the author (generally thought to be the Apostle Paul) issues a heartfelt warning to those he considers his “brethren.” In Romans 8:16-17, he explains [...]
What does 1 Timothy 4:12 mean? ("Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young…")
1 Timothy 4:12 reads “Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but be an example for other believers in your speech, behavior, love, faithfulness and purity.” The Apostle Paul did not look down on Timothy; he expressed a deep respect for him. He addresses Timothy as “my own true son in the [...]
Galatians 5:19-21 (lusts of the flesh) talks about people who won't enter to the kingdom of God. Are people going to be judged by the things they do on earth? Are people going to be free to drink beer in the 1,000 years of Judgment Day?
The Apostle Paul was concerned. The Christians in Galatia were struggling with worldly influences coming in among them from several sources. First, there were Christians who came from a Jewish background and believed that all Christians were bound to follow the Jewish Law. Then there were the Christians who came from blatantly pagan backgrounds. They [...]