How do we know we are saved by grace of Jesus Christ?
We know we are saved by grace of Jesus Christ because the following Bible verses tell us so, and we believe the Bible to be the inspired Word of God:Ephesians 2:8-9, "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a [...]
How do we understand 1 Peter 4:8 – And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins
1 Peter 4:8 is a lovely scripture. Not knowing exactly what you have in mind the scriptures give us the principles. Then we need to learn to apply them in each situation. 1 Peter 4:8 reads, “And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.” Love is [...]
Why and how was Jesus taken to be tempted by the devil?
According to the gospel accounts, the Holy Spirit of God descended on Jesus at his baptism. It seems reasonable that under the guidance and inspiration of the Holy Spirit he required time away from distractions for study and meditation. He was preparing to ready his heart, mind and body for the work his Heavenly Father [...]
What if You Are Married and Your Spouse is Not Doing the Will of God. For the Sake of the Marriage, Therefore, They are Not Getting the Blessing That They Should Get. Does God Keep Back the Blessings For Both Parties or Just the One Who is Not Doing What They Should?
The answer to your question really depends on what you mean when you say that a spouse is not “doing the will of God.” Do you mean that he or she is not behaving toward you in the marriage in the way that you understand Biblical counsel about marriage? Do you mean that the spouse [...]
My children and wife have been hurt by the pastor. So I have prayed to God and asking him if there is a way I can start a praise and worship service with my family. Which would be the best way to do this?
Hurts and offences are never easy to deal with, and they become especially painful to us when they are directed (whether intentionally or not) at those we love. The fact that you and your family love going to church is a wonderful blessing! Each of you, no doubt, has some very special friends that you [...]
What is the difference between the coming of the Lord as viewed in 1 Thessalonians 4 and 2 Thessalonians 1?
When Paul wrote his first epistle to those at Thessalonica they evidently believed that the Lord would return while they were still living, in the very near future. His message to them in the fourth chapter was that those of Jesus’ followers who had died would not be reawakened immediately but would remain dead until [...]