What is the difference between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of heaven?
There is no difference in meaning between the phrases "kingdom of heaven" and “kingdom of God.” The gospel of Matthew is the only book that uses the phrase “kingdom of heaven,” and he uses the phrases interchangeably. Luke and Mark only use the phrase “kingdom of God.”The following scriptures show the expressions are the same [...]
As Christians, are we chosen or elected?
"Elect" is often used to refer to God's people. It is translated from the Greek word “eklektos” and means "picked out, chosen." Different Bible verses translate “eklektos” as chosen (Matthew 22:14) or elect (Matthew 24:22) depending on the context. So, Christians are both chosen and elected! God "calls" (or chooses) an individual to become part [...]
When Jesus died on the cross, were we forgiven of all sins past, present, and future?
A perfect man, Jesus, took the place of the perfect man, Adam. "For as in Adam, all die, so in Christ, shall all be made alive." 1 Corinthians 15:22. The principle you're asking about is right in that verse. We all die, because we inherited sin. We cannot overcome sin because we were "...brought forth in [...]
When should a church participate in the Lord's communion?
1 Corinthians 11:26 tells us, "For every time you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes."Some have taken this text and believe that it does not matter when or how often they partake of the bread and cup. They believe the more they do this, the better [...]
How are we transformed? Into what are we transformed?
In Romans 12:2, Paul tells us, "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will." (NIV) God develops us into Christlikeness by transforming our wills, minds, and behaviors [...]
If you are called to be an evangelist, should the pastor of the church ordain you and give you a certificate?
“When they had ordained…in every church…they commended them to the Lord” (Acts 14:23 KJV) In this text, “ordained” is the Greek word chierotoneo meaning to “stretch forth the hand” or “to vote.” The early church chose servants by the congregation voting for their leaders and evangelists. Other English Bible translations use the word “appointed” or “chosen” [...]