How does God know what is best for us?
God knows what is best for us through His omniscience, profound wisdom, eternal perspective and meticulously detailed plan that was established before the world was even created. This plan accounts for all of human history and is designed to bring about the best possible long-term outcomes for all of humanity.God's Foresight and Eternal PlanGod's knowledge [...]
How is Jesus the "Good Shepherd"? Explain John 10.
Scripture gives Jesus many meaningful titles, but one of the most tender and powerful is the “Good Shepherd.” It’s striking that Jesus chose such a humble image to describe himself and his followers. In contrast, human societies often use fierce animals like lions, eagles or dragons to symbolize strength and dominance. You’d never see a [...]
Does God really care about us?
Yes, God absolutely cares about us. This care is demonstrated not through a life free of hardship, but through a detailed, loving and just plan for all humanity that addresses sin, provides for reconciliation, and ultimately offers eternal life. His care is active and intentional, though it may not always seem apparent while we go [...]
What’s wrong with judging others?
In Romans, the Apostle Paul says, (3:23, NLT) “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.” Still, it seems easy to judge others’ sins and think we’re somehow better.“To judge” means forming an opinion about someone, based on their words, actions, or appearance. We often make judgments quickly with limited [...]
Are ghosts real?
If we define a ghost as a dead person who has come back to life to communicate with the living, the answer is no. A person is made up of a body and the breath of life - the “spark” that only God can make. These two parts make up what we call a “soul.” [...]
What does fine linen like silk and cashmere symbolize in the Bible?
Linen, silk and cashmere are three different types of fabrics. Linen is made from the flax plant. Silk is made from fibers produced by silkworms. Cashmere is made from the wool produced by Kashmir goats. Sometimes, the word linen can be used in a more general sense to refer to sheets or other household items [...]