What does it mean to "prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies"? Psalm 23:5
Among Christians, some of the most often quoted and beloved Old Testament scriptures are found in the 23rd Psalm. In very few words, these six verses paint a vivid picture of God’s overwhelming care for His children. The imagery of a shepherd knowing and caring for his sheep speaks to our helplessness as we, as God’s children, [...]
Who was the first Christian? Who started the Christian movement originally?
It is a challenge to determine who the first Christian might be.One might say the first Christians were those who first followed Jesus. John 1:36-51 lists a number of men who later became apostles: Andrew, Simon Peter, Philip, and Nathanael. But there were different phases of commitment, culminating in the pouring out of the holy [...]
How do you know if you're a prophet? Most people today think they are certain titles but their calling could be totally different.
In Matthew 23:1-30, Jesus warns his disciples to avoid the love of worldly pride and prestige that were enjoyed by the religious leadership of the time. In his words, Jesus emphasizes the importance of recognizing God alone as the supreme authority of all things. He further reminds his disciples that he himself, Jesus, is the [...]
Why do we need rules?
When we are young, the thought of having no rules and getting to do “whatever we want” sounds pretty good! But actually, without rules, our lives would be disorganized and confused. Rules keep us safe. When drivers follow the rules of the road, there are fewer accidents. Imagine if there were no traffic rules [...]
During Israel’s 40 years wandering in the desert, I’ve read they fought battles. Did they have losses?
In Exodus 17 we read that Israel was attached by the Amalekites in an area called Rephidim, thought to be in the southern part of the Sinai Peninsula. From the description in Deuteronomy 25 and Exodus 17, it appears Israel did have losses.“Remember what Amalek did unto thee by the way as ye came forth [...]
What is the new world order?
The new world order will not be one created by man. No one has the power or intelligence to bring harmony out of this chaotic world. We are more divided as a people today than we have been for a long time. There is only one possibility for a true world order. It is one [...]