If someone does not believe in God but they still do good, do they go to heaven or hell?
Why would a perfect God create the system of heaven and hell? The Christian view of an afterlife allows for some "good" people to eternally suffer while some "bad" people can live in paradise. Furthermore, [...]
What does Matthew 6:3 mean, when it says don't let your right hand know?
Matthew 6:3 is part of a much larger sermon, spanning Matthew chapters 5, 6 and 7 that Jesus delivered to his disciples (see Matthew 5:1 for the start of the sermon). In these words, Jesus taught [...]
Explain Revelation 2:4-5, the love and faith the church of the Ephesians had before?
We quote from a sermon by Robert Bennett called "Seven Churches:"In the first three chapters of Revelation, there are seven churches named after seven cities in Asia Minor, “seven” being a symbol of completeness. A [...]
What does the story of David and Goliath tell me about Jehovah God?
There are so many wonderful lessons in the account of David's entire life, including the encounter with Goliath. We invite you to listen and watch the Additional Resources below to fill in many scriptural details introduced [...]
Explanation of the scriptures 1 Peter 5:1-5 (shepherd, flock)
Reading 1 Peter 5:1-5 in the New Living Translation might be of help:5 And now, a word to you who are elders in the churches. I, too, am an elder and a witness to the [...]
Can you please explain the 7 seals, 7 trumpets and 7 bowls in Revelation? (seven)
To properly understand the book of Revelation, one must first recognize that the book largely covers the Christian dispensation. The prophecies begin shortly after the first advent of Christ and trace the history of the [...]
What did Jesus mean in Matthew 10:16 to be "wise as serpents and harmless as doves"?
Matthew 10:16: "Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves."This statement by Jesus is in the context of sending the apostles [...]
Can you pray for others' sins to be forgiven, and will it be done?
Praying for others is important. Jesus said, “Love your enemies, and pray for them that persecute you” (Matthew 5:44). This means we should forgive others who sin against us personally. An example of this was when [...]
James 4:4 says whoever is a friend of the world is the enemy of God. But then how did God "so love the world" in John 3:16?
There is a difference between "loving the world" in a positive sense and "loving the world" in a negative sense.Let's look at John 3:16 in how "God so loved the world that He gave His [...]
Matthew 6:15 says "But if you forgive the trespasses of men then God will not forgive your trespasses." Does this have to do with God denying you salvation if you fail to forgive the wrongs your fellow men have done to you?
Salvation became necessary for all people because of Adam and Eve’s disobedience to God’s command (Genesis 3:17-19). Disobedience to God is sin, and sin leads to death (Romans 6:23). Through the sacrifice of his perfect [...]
When we accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour, will the holy spirit stay with us 24/7?
The holy spirit has been misunderstood by many Christians who believe it to be a person, a third being equal in power and glory to God. But this is not scriptural. A careful study of [...]
Is there a difference between being spiritual and being religious?
There are many religions in the world, and not all of them follow God or recognize Jesus as the only means of salvation. One who practices a particular religion understands the basic teachings of the [...]
How do I know if I am spiritually restored?
For Christians, an appropriate definition of being “spiritually minded” is devoting, or consecrating, one’s life to developing and possessing a mindset that prioritizes God and His word first in one’s life. Our lives are finite, [...]
Do all dreams come from God?
Scientists admit they know very, very little about how the brain works. Such a complicated, intricate design could only be the work of an Intelligent Creator. Clearly we are not an "accidental" or evolved creation [...]
When did people first call God "Jehovah Rapha"?
There are several names and descriptions given to God, especially in the Old Testament. Each of them gives us a different way to grasp the Almighty’s character. Unfortunately, the Hebrew words that give such insight [...]
What does God look like?
Since God is a spirit being, we don’t really know, because humans cannot see spirit beings. There were times in the Bible when spirit beings created a human-like body to communicate with people. But what [...]
Can an evil spirit enter a Christian serving the Lord?
Evil spirits are spirit beings that, through disobedience to God, were cast out of God’s favor and light and into darkness. For this reason, they are sometimes referred to as “fallen angels.” The first of [...]
Why did Isaiah 7:14 prophesy Jesus' name would be Emmanual (or Immanuel), and yet he was named Jesus? (Matthew 1:18-23)
We recommend a Powerpoint sermon called “In Jesus’ Name,” by Joe Megacz.Quoting from that YouTube video:Why didn't Joseph call his name Emmanuel like Isaiah had prophesied? (See Matthew 1:18-23)Bible dictionaries tell us “Jesus” is the Greek form [...]
What is the meaning of Hebrews 4:1-9? (Sabbath)
The first verse of Hebrews chapter four includes the word “therefore,” indicating that the thoughts expressed in this chapter are a continuation of those of the preceding chapter. In Hebrews 3:12, the author (generally thought [...]
What does 1 Timothy 4:12 mean? ("Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young…")
1 Timothy 4:12 reads “Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but be an example for other believers in your speech, behavior, love, faithfulness and purity.” The Apostle Paul did not [...]
Galatians 5:19-21 (lusts of the flesh) talks about people who won't enter to the kingdom of God. Are people going to be judged by the things they do on earth? Are people going to be free to drink beer in the 1,000 years of Judgment Day?
The Apostle Paul was concerned. The Christians in Galatia were struggling with worldly influences coming in among them from several sources. First, there were Christians who came from a Jewish background and believed that all [...]
Millions of gay people are happily married, millions of fornicators are in happily nuclear families, but God knows I am so lonely and miserable but still I am not getting a husband or family despite me being faithful to Him. My loneliness and misery has never been soothed all my life. Why would a loving God allow this torment in my life?
We appreciate this question very much and are sorry you feel so much longing and sadness. The desires of the heart can be a long and painful trial for so many of us. The heart [...]