Why did God remove Satan from heaven because of pride but then let him come to earth?
When God sent Lucifer down to earth, Lucifer was not yet sinful. The name “Lucifer” carries the sense of “morning star” or “light bearer.” He became Satan when he lied to Eve. “Satan” means “adversary,” and he became the chief adversary of God.Ezekiel 28:12-15 (ESV), 12 “Son of man, raise a lamentation over the king [...]
How can I build my faith in God? How can faith move mountains?
The disciples said to Jesus, “Lord, increase our faith" (Luke 17:5). He made no direct answer to their request; however, his whole subsequent course with the disciples was a fulfillment of it. it is the same with us. The increase of faith will come, not by a miraculous infusion, but in the natural process of [...]
Why did God say to wait for more blessings? (Namibia)
Christians need to continually realize our littleness before our great, wise God. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:9 Yes, we do sometimes ask ourselves WHY we need to wait. With humility, trustfulness, reverence, and maturity, we consider [...]
Is there any problem with praying the same prayer? For example, praying for the success of a business, praying for healing, etc. Does that mean if I continue to pray for the same thing my faith in God is little?
From your examples, it seems as if you are praying and asking for natural blessings - not spiritual blessings. Jesus taught us not to be concerned about these natural things because God, our Father, knows you need these things. Instead, the focus of your prayers and your life should be the kingdom of God. Matthew 6:25-26, [...]
Where is the dead soul resting/loving until Jesus returns?
The Bible tells us what a soul is in Genesis 2:7 (KJV), “And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.” Body + Breath of Life = Living SoulIf the body dies, the soul no longer exists. The [...]
Help me with my fear from persecution and enemies. (Mexico)
Our hearts grieve for you. Persecution from enemies is fearful and very painful. But we remember the Apostle Peter’s words, “Dear friends, do not be astonished that a trial by fire is occurring among you, as though something strange were happening to you.” 1 Peter 4:12 (NET). No, all Christians suffer in this present evil [...]