If a person does not forgive someone, can the unforgiving person be accepted into heaven?
Forgiveness is very important. Jesus said "Do not judge lest you be judged. For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by your standard of measure, it will be measured to you." (Matthew 7:1) We are always to forgive, as Jesus tells us to "Love your enemies, pray for those who persecute [...]
Is the Bible only for spiritual growth – not a guideline for people's welfare?
Spiritual growth and peoples’ welfare are not mutually exclusive issues. When the spiritually strong try to bless others, they themselves are blessed. The Bible is many things: It is a historical record of how the Israelites lived, biographies of various individuals, the laws and admonitions given to Israel from God through their leaders, a record [...]
What is fire baptism and what are its effects on a Christian?
In Matthew 3:11, 12, John the Baptist says, “I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance, but He who is coming after me is mightier than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fan is in His hand, and He will [...]
Please explain Ephesians 2:8-10, "by grace are ye saved through faith, not of works, for we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works."
In reading the context of this passage, we see in the 11th verse, that Paul is speaking to Gentiles who have converted to Christianity. It is by God's gift of grace and not through our personal merit that salvation is offered to us (verse nine). No one will ever be saved except as he accepts [...]
How do I know I am filled with the holy spirit or am being lead by the spirit?
Romans 8:14 and its context help us to understand what it means to be led by God and what evidences we should notice in our life. “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.” First we need to turn away from sin and receive forgiveness. “There [...]
Can mercy overrule judgment?
(Scriptures are quoted from the New International Version Bible.)We read in the Psalms that "righteousness and justice" are the foundation of God's throne (Psalms 89:14 and 97:2). We know God speaks truth; He is completely impartial; and He does not go back on His word. This is our basis for trusting Him.Not only is God [...]