In Matthew 18:21-22, Jesus tells us to forgive seventy times seven. What does that mean?
Matthew 18:21, 22, “Then Peter came to Him (Jesus) and said, ‘Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times?’ Jesus said to him, ‘I do not say to you up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.’ ” Peter asked a hypothetical question: Is [...]
Is it alright to get a spiritual tattoo?
God told Israel in Leviticus 19:28 (ESV), “You shall not make any cuts on your body for the dead or tattoo yourselves: I am the LORD.” Christians are not under the Law Covenant. Therefore, its commands are not binding for Christians. Yet, it may be important to consider why God may have issued a law [...]
How does Jehovah feel about a man who leaves his wife? He was unfaithful to her and she forgave him. Now, he accuses her of infidelity. He believes he would not be having these negative thoughts and jealous feelings if she had been faithful.
There are so many sources which prompt feelings. A billboard, a song, indigestion, a poor night's sleep, a comment, a food, an aroma can all create emotions. But a feeling does not make something a fact. We may feel a kind, gentle person is holy and godly until he confesses he's a gambling addict. If [...]
Can anyone become a disciple of the Lord, or does it depend on whether the Lord has chosen that person first?
God is the one who calls a person to be a disciple of Jesus. Our natural, sinful self cannot comprehend God’s calling. 1 Corinthians 1:21, “…the world by wisdom knew not God…” Jesus asked Peter, “…who do you say that I am? And Simon Peter …said, You are the Christ, the Son of the living [...]
1 Corinthians 6:3 says we will judge angels. On what basis will we judge these beings?
The great judgment day of Christ will accomplish a glorious work of abolishing all evil, and bringing all beings in heaven and earth into subjection to God, that “He may be all in all.” (I Corinthians 15:28) The Christ – head and body- will be given the privilege of determining who will ultimately be found [...]
What are the different types of angels in heaven?
The word angel basically means “messenger of God.” Angels are not composed of physical matter but are spirit beings created by God (Hebrews 1:14). They can materialize in human form when God permits or wills it so (Genesis 19). There are different orders or ranks of angels in heaven. Those that covered the throne in heaven were mighty [...]