From the Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20:1-11), why is it that they are paid the same amount of money?
God, the householder of the parable, graciously and generously offered the laborers the opportunity to work in His vineyard - a privilege offered out of the goodness of His heart (Matthew 9:37,38; 1 Corinthians 6:1,2). [...]
What is the meaning of Isaiah 9:6? “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
In Isaiah 7:14, Israel was told, “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign; behold the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel ("God [...]
Where do Neanderthals fit into the biblical narrative?
The Bible does not contradict with science that the earth is millions of years old. But how long have people been on the earth from the time of the first man Adam? We believe based [...]
What does Genesis 10:25 mean when it says, “Eber had two sons, one was named Peleg, because in his time the earth was divided…”. (United States)
How and when was the earth divided? This occurred during Peleg’s life. Peleg was Shem’s son, and his name means "to divide or to split”. (See Strong’s Concordance Hebrew word H6389.) The division of the earth [...]
Why did Satan want the crucifixion to take place if he knew it would lead to the salvation of mankind?
This is a very important question. God never revealed the outcome of His secret plan to Satan nor to any other unbelieving, disobedient beings. Satan did not know the crucifixion would lead to mankind’s salvation. [...]
Why did Satan want the crucifixion to take place if he knew it lead to the salvation of mankind?
The Bible does not give us the answer, but the question assumes Satan knew or believed it would lead to mankind’s salvation. Had he known that fact he would likely have acted differently. While his [...]
What is faith? What is great faith? Is there little faith?
"Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Hebrews 11:1.Faith is built and grows in our minds and hearts as we obey the Scriptures. When we read the Bible, [...]
What does it mean in Genesis 10:25 when it says for in his days the earth was divided? (United States)
Shem's son was Peleg. The name Peleg means "to divide or to split”. See Strong’s Concordance Hebrew word H6389. The division of the earth here refers to the division and dispersion of humanity that happened [...]
I hear about the drying of the river Euphrates. What prophecy surrounds the drying of the river Euphrates?
The prophecies of Isaiah 11:15, Jeremiah 14, 46:10; 51:3, and Daniel 5 had limited fulfillment in the downfall of the ancient, literal city of Babylon built upon the river Euphrates which had great impact on [...]
Who is the mother of Mary?
Mary, the mother of Jesus, was an ordinary but remarkable Jewish woman. God specifically chose her to give birth to Jesus, the Messiah of the tribe of Judah and of the lineage of David. Luke 1:26-28,31,35: (NIV) “In [...]
What do these mean according to Scripture: the broad way, the narrow way, the highway of holiness
The broad way, the narrow way, the highway of holinessWhen Adam and Eve sinned, they (and all their children) began to walk down the "broad way" to death. Matthew 7:13: (CSB) “…the gate is wide and [...]
Why didn't God destroy everyone when He flooded the earth, thereby ensuring a complete cleansing of sin. Why throw Satan and his angels out of heaven and leave them to perpetuate sin?
When God cursed Satan in Genesis 3:14, “the Lord God said unto the serpent, because thou hast done this, thou art cursed above all cattle, and above every beast of the field; upon thy belly shalt thou [...]
Why didn't God give the Ten Commandments to Adam and Eve instead of waiting for Moses?
God is orderly and wise. He knows the best time to act for the greatest good of His creation. The scriptures describe different times and seasons in His plan, and they are reasonable when we [...]
Was Peter was the first Pope?
The tradition that the Roman Catholic Church is the true church established by Jesus Christ is based on the following scripture, which we will need to examine in order to come to the correct conclusion.Matthew [...]
With all the corruption going on in our U.S. federal government, are there scriptural admonitions in the Proverbs or Ssalms or elsewhere in the Bible that point to proper governing? (United States)
“8 Ask me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession. 9 You will break them with a rod of iron; you will dash them to pieces like [...]
Kindly explain Mark 14:25 (ESV), "Truly, I say to you, I will not drink again of the fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new in the kingdom of God." What does wine represent in this case? (Zambia)
When Jesus initiated the Memorial Supper of His death, it was to commemorate His sacrifice to redeem mankind. The cup was filled with wine and the wine represented the sacrifice of His life blood. However, [...]
How can one get eternal life while still alive? (Nigeria)
Summary: True Christians receive the down payment or the promise of eternal life when God begets them with the Holy Spirit. (Ephesians 1:14.) The church’s immortal eternal life is realized in the resurrection. In the [...]
How do we know Paul isn't a false preacher? (United States)
The Apostle Paul was not called to be one of the Twelve Apostles during Jesus’ earthly life. Thus, some doubted saying he was not an apostle (1 Corinthians 9:2). Others even accused Paul of preaching a [...]
What are the different benefits between being a friend of God and a son of God? How can one attain to either relationship? (Nigeria)
Yes, the Bible does teach there is a difference between being a friend of God or a son of God. This distinction can be found in both the Old and New Testaments. Isaiah 41:8 (NIV), [...]
How can someone exercise the power of God through prayer and fasting?
Summary: Prayer and fasting are useful to enter into a humble, obedient heart condition. But even if a consecrated Christian does have a holy heart condition, that does not mean God will exercise His power [...]
How can I overcome sinful behaviors? I've tried so hard, and I still fail. (United States)
"I will go in the strength of the Lord God: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only." (Psalm 71:16) THE tears and sorrows and battlings in strife against the world, the [...]
What does the Bible mean by the end time or perilous times?
We are living in the end times. This is the time when Satan's old order will be torn down and when Christ will establish God's kingdom on earth (Daniel 2:44). It is perilous to believers [...]