If God created everything and everyone, why then are the Jews the chosen ones?
The Apostle Peter expressed a general principle when he said: “Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons; but in every nation he that fears him and works righteousness is accepted of him.” (Acts 10:34; Romans 2:11) God’s blessings began with the Jew probably because Abraham feared and obeyed God. God’s [...]
Does the Holy Spirit leave me when I sin and come back when God forgives me?
There is no indication in Scripture that God's spirit would leave you when you sin, and come back when God forgives. In fact, there are several scriptures which indicate the opposite. We are told in Hebrews 13:5, that God "will never leave you, nor forsake you." We have the example of the Apostle Peter, who [...]
Who made Babylon?
The city of Babylon was the capital of the ancient land of Babylonia in southern Mesopotamia. It was situated on the Euphrates River about 50 miles south of Baghdad. The tremendous wealth and power of this city, along with its monumental size and appearance, were considered a Biblical myth, until its foundations were unearthed and [...]
After death, are we trapped in the grave till Jesus returns and are then resurrected?
The scriptures tell us that when a man dies he goes to the grave. We see this in Psalm 146:4 where it says, “when their spirit departs, they return to the ground; on that day their plans come to nothing,” and in Ecclesiastes 3:20 it reads, “all come from dust and to dust all return.” [...]
Was the last supper on the first night of the full moon of spring or on the first sabbath of the full moon of spring?
You are correct in stating that there was a full moon during the last supper. What is the Bible account for the proper way to determine when the Jews were to celebrate the Passover?Exodus 12:2 This month shall be unto you the beginning of months: it shall be the first month of the year to [...]
Why would one be inclined to read and research the Bible in a state of inebriation whereas on days of sober mindedness not be inclined to even open the Bible?
It is well proven that alcohol impacts the judgment and executive functions of the brain. When drinking, the emotional centers of the brain begin to control that person's actions. Therefore, it would be that person's emotions (perhaps a guilty conscience) that may drive him to read his Bible when impaired by alcohol. He might feel badly about [...]