What does Mark 10:31 mean, "But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first?"
In the context of this verse, Jesus had just told the rich, young ruler to sell all he possessed, give it to the poor, and follow him. Jesus was able to read the heart of this man, and saw that although he was trying to do the right things, he loved his possessions more than [...]
Show me God the Holy Spirit in scripture.
Genesis 1:2, “And the earth was without form, and void, …And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.” The word Spirit is the Strong’s Hebrew word H7307, “ruach”. Strong’s Concordance defines “ruach” as “wind; by resemblance breath…” Some of the ways this word is translated are air, anger, blast, breath, courage, [...]
What is the meaning of 2 Corinthians 5:17?
“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature; old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 (Concordia Translation) This process describes those who have become God's people by making a full consecration of themselves and then being begotten of the Holy Spirit as new creatures [...]
Did Cain go to hell?
“And Cain talked with Abel his brother: and it came to pass, when they were in the field, that Cain rose up against Abel his brother, and slew him. And the Lord said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brother? And he said I know not: Am I my brother's keeper?.....And now thou art cursed [...]
What does Mark 4:12 mean? Did God plan that some people would be deliberately closed to the truth so that they would not be forgiven?
Mark 4:9-12 (NASB): “… ‘He who has ears to hear, let him hear.’ And as soon as He was alone, His followers, along with the twelve, began asking Him about the parables… ‘To you has been given the mystery of the kingdom of God; but those who are outside get everything in parables, in order [...]
This is a sinful woman, Luke 7:36-50. Why didn't Jesus condemn her?
This is the same thought the Pharisee, Simon, had in verse 39. Simon thought Jesus should condemn and avoid her. The woman was sinful and had broken the Law. Jesus answered Simon with a parable in verses 41-42. "And he said, Two men were in debt to a certain man of business: one had a [...]