What is the difference between the soul and the spirit?
The biblical distinction between the human "soul" and "spirit" establishes that a person IS a soul, rather than possessing one. The soul is the entire living being or human life, created when God formed man's [...]
What is the "Prosperity Gospel," and how is it in conflict with Jesus' gospel message?
The Prosperity Gospel is a teaching that is in contrast with the true Gospel of Jesus Christ based on its focus on earthly gain and personal desire. It is fundamentally characterized by its emphasis on [...]
What does Luke 2:14 mean? "Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests." On whom does God's favor rest?
Luke 2 records one of the most significant and wonderful events in mankind’s history – the birth of Jesus. When Adam and Eve disobeyed God, they and every subsequent generation of mankind after them became [...]
What does 1 John 4:1 mean, to "test the spirits"?
The statement from 1 John 4:1, "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world," instructs Christians [...]
How was Jesus born a perfect man if his mother Mary was imperfect?
Our Lord Jesus was as a man different from other men—unblemished, undefiled, spotless. This is important that he was human in order to pay the ransom price, the corresponding equivalent for Adam. 1 John 3:5: "But you [...]
What does John 20:22 mean when Jesus breathed on his disciples after his crucifixion?
John 20:20-22 (NASB1995): And when he had said this, he showed them both his hands and his side. The disciples then rejoiced when they saw the Lord. So Jesus said to them again, Peace be [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Are these contradictions? John 1:18: "No one has seen God at any time" and John 14:9: "He who has seen me has seen the Father."
When scriptures appear to be unclear, it can often be useful to examine the context, meaning, the verses surrounding an unclear scripture. In this case, the wordings of John 1:18 and John 14:9, when read [...]
What is an Elder in a church?
An “elder” is a spiritually mature individual entrusted with guiding, teaching and caring for the church congregation. Their role is grounded in biblical principles and modeled after Christlike humility and service.Elders are described in the [...]
Why didn't God just create many people in the garden of Eden since His original command was to be fruitful and multiply?
God did not create multiple pairs of people in Eden, and this is directly connected to the singular nature of Jesus' ransom. God's plan was meticulously designed from the beginning, including the solution for sin.• [...]
What did Jesus mean in John 14:30 when he said, "…the ruler of the world is coming, and he has nothing in me"?
The “ruler of the world” refers to Satan. “He has nothing in me” is a Greek legal idiom that means, “He has no claim against me,” or “There’s no case to be made.” In ancient [...]
What is meant by the "kingdom of God" in Mark 1:14-15?
Mark 1:14-15: “Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: [...]
Why was Eve created?
Eve’s creation was an intentional act by God, serving multiple purposes within His larger plan for humanity.Genesis 2:18: (NASB) Then the LORD God said, It is not good for the man to be alone; I [...]
What did Jesus mean in Matthew 5:21-25 (you shall not murder)?
Matthew 5:21–25 is part of Jesus’ teaching where he intensifies the understanding of the commandment “You shall not murder.” Rather than addressing only the outward act, Jesus focuses on the inward condition of the heart [...]
Can God forgive a sinner after death?
The answer is yes, but the question requires a more comprehensive answer than may first appear. The objective of God’s plan is not only to forgive sin, but also to remove sinful tendencies from the [...]
How do we pray in the holy spirit?
This expression is used in Ephesians 6:18 and Jude 20. Jude 17-21: "Beloved, remember ye the words which were spoken before of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ, how that they told you there should [...]
Is there an evil spirit behind every sin committed by the Christian?
Every true Christian faces a daily battle against our own sinful tendencies, the worldly influences that are all around us, and Satan, who is the prince of this world at the present time (John 14:30, [...]
What did Jesus mean about being a eunuch in Matthew 19:12?
Matthew 19:12: NASB 1995 “For there are eunuchs who were born that way from their mother’s womb; and there are eunuchs who were made eunuchs by men; and there are also eunuchs who made themselves [...]