Why does God allow problems and trials in our lives?
Most people wonder why God permits mankind to suffer. The answer depends on the person asking the question.Part 1: For the ChristianFor those who have given their lives to follow Christ, the answer is beautiful! The book of James tells us to consider it all joy when we have these problems and trials. The reason [...]
How can I be fruitful according to Matthew 13?
Jesus teaches the parable of the sower in Matthew 13:3-23. In this parable, soil quality represents heart condition. If the good seed (gospel /Kingdom message) falls on good ground (an honest, humble heart), it will bear much fruit (a Christ-like character). “…the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, meekness, [...]
Did Jesus have a home? Does God tell us not to live to lavishly?
The Bible indicates that the Jesus sometimes stayed in a house, but it is not stated that he owned the house. “…Jesus saw them following and asked, ‘What do you want?’ They said, ‘Rabbi’ (which means ‘Teacher’), ‘where are you staying?’ ‘Come,’ he replied, ‘and you will see.’ So they went and saw where he [...]
In John 18:37, it says that people who are of the truth hear my voice and listen. What does this mean?
In John 18:37, Jesus says: “To this end was I born and for this cause came I unto the world that I should bear witness unto the truth. Everyone that is of the truth hears my voice.” Jesus bore witness of the Father’s character and he embodied all truth and righteousness. In this age of [...]
Please explain the cloud and the fire of Exodus 40:38. Do Christians have a symbolic cloud of God?
The cloud and pillar of fire symbolized the same thing - the presence of the God in the Israeli camp. The Lord, through these two things, took care of them, defended them and guided them during the wilderness. “And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them [...]
How can I receive the Holy Spirit?
Some people think that the Holy Spirit is a person, but let’s look at how the word “spirit” is used in the Bible. In the Old Testament, “spirit” is the Hebrew word ruach which is literally translated as “wind or breath” such as in Genesis 1:2: “The Spirit of God moved upon the face of [...]