Why do we worship God?
To worship is to show a feeling of love and respect for a supreme being. We worship God because He is our Creator with extraordinary qualities, and, therefore, worthy of our love, respect, and appreciation. Let’s discover why: He is superior over all creation. Isaiah (46:9, NIV) says, “...I am God, and [...]
What is unconditional love and what are the Biblical references? (United States)
Unconditional love is the love that can do much and demands nothing in return. Human nature, in our present imperfect condition, has trouble loving others when that love is not returned. Yet this love characterizes the very nature of God. The Bible clearly states that God’s love is unconditional. John 3:16, “For God so loved [...]
Why did Jesus say he was the light of the world? (United States)
You are referencing the words of our Lord in the Gospel of John. John 9:4-5 (NKJV), “I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” The word [...]
What is parousia? (Bahamas)
Parousia means presence. (See 2 Corinthians 10:10; Philippians 2:12.) Sadly, most Bible translators have injected their theological, doctrinal biases into their translations and have used the word “coming” for parousia. However, Thayer’s Greek Lexicon of the Bible accurately gives the definition as “presence” or “arrival.” Additionally, Professor Robert Young in Young's Literal Translation of the [...]
Please explain Romans 3:21-31. (India)
Romans 3:21, “But now the righteousness of God without (apart from) the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets;” The Gospel was pictured or foreshadowed in the Law. The Law convicted Jews and Gentiles of sin. It pointed to a need for a Savior. Romans 3:22-23 “…The righteousness of God ... [...]
The Apostle Paul said we should not let anyone judge us on some things we do including eating, etc. God also has given us everything for food even every herb. I preach the word of God to people according to the Scriptures. I smoke weed in my closet. The book of Colossians says I’m at liberty to eat any herb as long as I exhibit the fruits of the spirit and try as much to live according to the Holy Book. What’s your take on Christians who smoke? (Nigeria)
First, we might ask why you smoke weed (cannabis). Some people use drugs like cannabis to escape from the pressures of reality and to relax. If we are followers of Jesus, we need to consider how Jesus managed the extreme pressures of glorifying God in a sin-sick world. Did Jesus escape through using herbal drugs? [...]