How do I get God's guidance?
Finding God’s guidance isn’t about hearing a mystical voice or waiting for a sudden sign. It’s a spiritual journey—a process that unfolds as your heart, mind and character come into harmony with His will. Guidance [...]
Explain Zechariah 9:10-12 (Messiah's first advent, triumphal entry, Israel's double)
Zechariah 9:10–12 continues the prophecy that begins in verse 9, where the Messiah is pictured entering Jerusalem “lowly and riding upon a donkey.” Verse 9 points to Jesus’ first advent and his rejection by the [...]
Does my wanting to be an entrepreneur align with God's will for my life? How do I know my dreams align with God's will and purpose for me?
When we think about whether our dreams align with God’s will, it helps to remember that the Bible doesn’t ask us to abandon our talents or ambitions — it asks us to reorient the “why” [...]
What are "tongues of men" in 1 Corinthians 13:1?
The phrase “tongues of men” appears in 1 Corinthians 13:1, where Paul writes, “If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love, I have become a noisy gong [...]
If angels are spirit beings who do not need physical food, how can manna be called ‘bread of angels’ in Psalm 78:25?
Psalm 78:25 calls manna the “bread of angels,” but this phrase does not mean angels literally eat physical food. It highlights the heavenly origin and supernatural character of the manna God provided in the wilderness. [...]
If Hebrews 9:4 says the Ark of the Covenant contained the golden jar of manna and Aaron’s rod, why does 1 Kings 8:9 say only the stone tablets were in it?
The discrepancy between Hebrews 9:4 and 1 Kings 8:9 is explained by the chronological timing of the two records and the history of the Ark of the Covenant throughout the various ages of biblical history.1. [...]
Please explain Matthew 4:18-20 when Jesus said the apostles would be "fishers of men."
Matthew 4:18–20 marks the moment Jesus begins gathering the small group of men who would become his closest disciples. As he walks along the Sea of Galilee, he calls Simon Peter and Andrew, inviting them [...]
How should we understand Hebrews 11:26–27—especially Moses ‘considering the reproach of Christ greater riches,’ ‘seeing Him who is invisible,’ and the apparent contradiction between Moses’ fear in Exodus 2:14 and his ‘not fearing’ in Hebrews 11:27?
Hebrews 11:26–27 gives us a rare window into the inner life of Moses—what he valued, what he saw, and how his faith matured over time. When the Apostle Paul writes Moses “considered the reproach of [...]
How can I be less "stumbled," less offended and irritated by those in my Christian fellowship, like when someone wears something what I consider to be inappropriate or who talks during church?
When we find ourselves irritated or “stumbled” by the behavior of others in Christian fellowship—whether it’s someone talking during a service, dressing in a way we find distracting, or simply acting in a manner we [...]
What is the difference between praise and worship?
While the terms praise and worship are often used interchangeably, Scripture and careful study show that they are related but not the same. Worship is the foundation—a lifelong posture of humility, submission and loyalty to [...]
Before Jesus died for our sins, how did anyone get into heaven, like Abraham and David?
Before Jesus died and rose again, no human being—righteous or unrighteous—entered heaven. Jesus stated this plainly: “No one has ascended into heaven except he who came down from heaven, the Son of Man” (John 3:13). [...]
Should Christians study the Book of Enoch?
What is referred to as the “Book of Enoch” is actually a collection of three ancient writings—1 Enoch, 2 Enoch, and 3 Enoch—produced over several centuries. They contain dramatic stories about angels, giants and heavenly [...]
What was outside the Garden of Eden?
hen Adam and Eve lived in the Garden of Eden, everything beyond its borders was still unfinished — a vast, undeveloped earth. It wasn’t evil or chaotic; it was simply not yet shaped into the [...]
What is the real evidence that Christianity is the truth?
Faith in Scripture is not a blind leap into the dark but a step into the light—rooted in substance, evidence and history. The Bible describes faith as “assurance” and “conviction” (Hebrews 11:1), meaning there is [...]
Matthew 23:9 – what did Jesus mean by "do not call anyone on earth your father" – does this mean our biological dad? Or priests?
Matthew 23:9 that brings us right into the heart of how we apply Jesus’ "tough" words to our modern religious landscape.We all refer to our human fathers as “father,” “dad,” etc., but in this case, [...]
Why in Leviticus 1:11, were the goats to be killed on the north side of the altar?
There is no reason directly stated for killing the animals on the north side of the altar. However, in Psalm 48:2, the north is described as the dwelling place of God. The judgments of God are [...]
I have an online shop. Is it a scam to sell a low quality item and charge a premium price?
Yes, intentionally selling a low-quality item while charging a premium price—especially by misrepresenting its value—aligns with what the Bible defines as dishonest gain. In a modern context, we might call it a "scam" or "price [...]
What does the Bible say about misogyny and chauvinism?
To understand the Bible’s perspective on misogyny (the dislike, contempt for or devaluing of women) and chauvinism (the belief that men are inherently superior to women and therefore entitled to dominance), we have to look [...]
Not all of my family has been baptized. Do I need to worry about them getting into heaven?
You do not need to worry about your unbaptized family members being excluded from heaven, because the Scriptures reveal a far more expansive and compassionate plan of salvation than the traditional idea that death instantly [...]
Romans 9:17 and Exodus 9:16 – why did God treat Pharoah with favor since he persecuted God's people?
Romans 9:17 is a direct quote from Exodus 9:16. It paints a picture of God working through human choices—even stubborn, resistant ones—to reveal His power and character. When Paul quotes God’s words to Pharaoh, he’s [...]
How do I reach my grandchildren who are in their early twenties? How do I deal with the lies they have been taught in college? (children, young people)
The more we love someone, the more they have the ability to touch our hearts. The most difficult experiences we have in life are often centered around our most beloved children and grandchildren. There aren’t [...]
Why did the high priest in the Old Testament have blood placed on his ear, hand and toe? (Exodus 29, Leviticus 8)
The placing of blood on the right ear, right hand, and right toe was part of a ceremony established by God to dedicate, or consecrate, Israel’s priesthood. Blood placed on the right ear symbolized that the [...]