Hanging in the sanctuary of our church is a banner of an easter egg with a rabbit on it. Are these Christian symbols?
Easter is the name that has been adopted by most Christian churches for the celebration of the resurrection of Christ. It is regarded as one of the most holy days of the Christian calendar. There are many theories as to the origin of the word Easter. One theory claims the pagan Saxon fertility goddess, sometimes referred [...]
What did Jesus mean when he said, "It is finished"? What thing was finished?
Jesus tells us in John 17:4, "I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do." John 19:30 reads, "When, therefore, he had received the vinegar, Jesus said—It is finished! And, bowing his head, delivered up his spirit." From John 17:4, we learn Jesus came to earth [...]
Is Malachi 3 for us in the New Testament?
2 Timothy 3:16-17, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” Note: all scripture includes both the Old and New Testaments. Furthermore, when the Apostle Paul wrote this [...]
How do you interpret – go and sell all your possessions and then come follow me?
This statement comes from Luke 18:18-22, “And a certain ruler questioned Him, saying, ‘Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?’ And Jesus said to him, ‘Why do you call Me good? No one is good except God alone. You know the commandments, “DO NOT COMMIT ADULTERY, DO NOT MURDER, DO NOT STEAL, [...]
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 [...]