What are some prayers to say regarding the communion bread and blood of Christ?
Communion or Memorial is a very sacred event for the truly dedicated. There is no magical prayer or change that happens at this time. The whole purpose of Communion is to remember Jesus’ sacrifice on behalf of the world of mankind. He instructs his dedicated followers to “do this in remembrance of me.” It is [...]
What does Luke 1:44-49 mean? (Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist)
These events take place after the angel told Mary she would conceive a child through the holy spirit and that her cousin Elizabeth, advanced in years, had conceived a child. Mary left Nazareth for a visit to Elizabeth, and Elizabeth tells Mary that her baby leaped with joy when it heard Mary's voice. Guided by the holy [...]
Who wrote the Bible?
The Bible was recorded by many authors over a period of a few thousand years. For instance, the first five books of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy) are believed to have been written by Moses. David wrote the many of the Psalms. King Solomon wrote Ecclesiastes, most of the Proverbs and the Song of Songs. Prophets also carefully recorded the history of Israel and Judah during [...]
What does the Bible say about gambling and about drinking alcoholic beverages?
Some people gamble to win money to live or supplement their income. That’s a problem. God has directed every man to work to provide for himself and his family. The Apostle Paul states, “Even while we were with you, we gave you this command: ‘Those unwilling to work will not get to eat.’ Yet we hear that [...]
Where in the bible does it say marriage is between a man and woman not a man and man?
The Bible is very clear about the sin of practicing homosexuality. Lev. 20:13 states, “And if a man lie with mankind, as with womankind, both of them have committed abomination: they shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.” Sexual intimacy with a person of the same sex is forbidden.
What does it mean to be “fearfully made?” – Psalm 139:14
In the King James Version (KJV) Bible the whole scripture Psalm 139:14 reads: "I will praise thee: for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well." The Old Testament scriptures were originally written in Hebrew, later translated into English and other languages. The word translated "fearfully" [...]