What is the third heaven where Apostle Paul was taken to?
The third heaven is literally called “the third heaven” in 2 Corinthians 12:2. This third heaven is what Jesus calls his “Father’s house” (John 14:2) and both Jesus and the Apostle Paul call “paradise” (Luke 23:43, 2 Corinthians 12:2-4, Revelation 2:7). This third heaven is where God and the heavenly sanctuary exist (1 Peter 3:22). Since Elijah could not [...]
How do I teach on the topic: Following divine directions is a choice
Humankind was given free will, so we do have the choice to follow divine directions. For a detailed scriptural study on this you can use to teach others, we recommend listening to the ChristianQuestions.com podcast: Episode #1208: Do We Really Have Free Will? Understanding the power of free will and why we have it https://christianquestions.com/doctrine/1208-free-will/ [...]
Why did God wait until Moses to give His commandments?
The Ten Commandments are an important part of God’s plan, so why wouldn’t God have given them right at the beginning to Adam and Eve? Why did God wait until the time of Moses to tell His people what He expected of them?God is orderly and wise. He knows when the best time to act [...]
How many miracles did Jesus perform?
The Bible records Jesus performing many miracles, and we can read specific details for approximately 35 of these. To help us remember them, we can break them down into four categories:HEALING: He made people well or whole 17 times.RAISING THE DEAD: He brought 3 people back to life.NATURE: He used some form of nature (like [...]
Is there any possibility of being translated into heaven just like Enoch and Elijah did?
Reading the biblical accounts of Enoch, Moses and Elijah can leave us with more questions than answers. Their lives were remarkable, and the endings of their earthly journeys are wrapped in mystery. Because of this, many assume they must have been taken to heaven to be with God. But when we carefully examine Scripture—and allow [...]
2 Samuel 24: Why was it wrong for David to take a census?
The account is found in 1 Chronicles 21 and 2 Samuel 24. In summary, David ordered that a census of fighting men be taken. This was against the counsel of Joab, the captain of his army, and we quickly learn it was an act not directed by God causing God to become very angry. God sends a death [...]