With all the corruption going on in our U.S. federal government, are there scriptural admonitions in the Proverbs or Ssalms or elsewhere in the Bible that point to proper governing? (United States)
“8 Ask me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession. 9 You will break them with a rod of iron; you will dash them to pieces like pottery. 10 Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth. 11 Serve the LORD with fear [...]
What are some wisdom lessons for children about our character?
In the book of Proverbs, King Solomon and others offer wise advice - especially for young people growing up and learning to live a life that puts God first. A good character is pleasing to God: “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” (Proverbs 4:23, NLT) Our [...]
Kindly explain Mark 14:25 (ESV), "Truly, I say to you, I will not drink again of the fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new in the kingdom of God." What does wine represent in this case? (Zambia)
When Jesus initiated the Memorial Supper of His death, it was to commemorate His sacrifice to redeem mankind. The cup was filled with wine and the wine represented the sacrifice of His life blood. However, after the Memorial was established, Jesus said He would drink wine new in the kingdom. What was our Lord teaching? [...]
How can one get eternal life while still alive? (Nigeria)
Summary: True Christians receive the down payment or the promise of eternal life when God begets them with the Holy Spirit. (Ephesians 1:14.) The church’s immortal eternal life is realized in the resurrection. In the world’s resurrection during Christ’s earthly kingdom, the willing of mankind will learn to embrace God’s law of love. Their loyalty [...]
How do we know Paul isn't a false preacher? (United States)
The Apostle Paul was not called to be one of the Twelve Apostles during Jesus’ earthly life. Thus, some doubted saying he was not an apostle (1 Corinthians 9:2). Others even accused Paul of preaching a different gospel. Nothing could be farther from the truth! Paul wrote, “…I am set for the defense of the gospel.” [...]
What are the different benefits between being a friend of God and a son of God? How can one attain to either relationship? (Nigeria)
Yes, the Bible does teach there is a difference between being a friend of God or a son of God. This distinction can be found in both the Old and New Testaments. Isaiah 41:8 (NIV), “But you, Israel, my servant, Jacob, whom I have chosen, you descendants of Abraham my friend…” James 2:23 (ESV), “… [...]