What does the number 14 represent in the Bible?
Before tackling the symbolism of the number fourteen in the Bible, let us first consider the number seven, since fourteen is a multiple of seven. In Hebrew, the word for seven is sheba (shibah), but this word also means promise, oath, or covenant. Hence in Genesis 22:15, 16, we find God swearing (or literally sevening) to [...]
How can someone leave the faith?
Hebrews 11:6, “Without faith, it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” When a person chooses a life of faith and God accepts his decision, a beautiful and different life begins. Ephesians 1: 8-10, “With all wisdom [...]
What is truth?
The search for truth, whether in scientific, philosophical or ethical contexts, is the desire of every human heart. Truth as an absolute concept must involve the Supreme Being of the Universe.For the Christian, the God of the Bible is called "God of Truth" (Isaiah 65:16). God entrusted Jesus, His “only begotten son,” with the work [...]
Can Satan drive out Satan?
Yes, it is possible. Satan can cast out Satan by promoting contradictory partial lies. His response to combat the legitimate increase of knowledge is to “transform” himself into an “angel of light.” 2 Corinthians 11:14-15, 3, 1 Corinthians 15:24-26, Matthew 7:22-23. He disguises himself as a scientific atheist; a missionary of eternal torment; a "spiritual [...]
If I am not consistent with fasting and prayer weekly, am I in danger of backsliding again? And how many times in one lifetime can someone backslide?
Our fight against our fallen flesh, the world, and the devil will not end until we are resurrected in newness of life. Sin is basically disobeying God's will. A good pray throughout the day would be: "Father, through Jesus' strength, help me to deny my will and to do Thy will in this moment." (See [...]
When Jesus was crucified, were his godhood and manhood killed? Or only his manhood?
We will define “godhood” as the state of being a god, just as manhood is the state of being a man. When Jesus was born, he was only and fully a perfect man. Nowhere in the Bible does it teach that Jesus was part god and part man.Hebrews 10:5-10, "Therefore, when he came into the [...]