I need more clarity on this lesson in Luke 5:1-11, when Jesus told the disciples where to catch a huge load of fish. (United States)
In Luke 5, verses 1-3, Jesus taught a large multitude gathered to “hear the word of God.” The number was so large that Jesus was pushed closer and closer to the shore. Consequently, he asked [...]
Who are the Jews in Revelation 2:9? “I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich), and the blasphemy by those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan.” (United States)
The seven churches in Revelation are a chronological prophecy of what will happen in Christianity (both true and nominal) after Jesus’ departure through His second advent. The church in Smyrna is the second church. It [...]
Matthew 27:52-53, “And the graves were opened; and many bodies of the saints which slept arose, and came out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into the holy city, and appeared unto many.” Did those who were raised die again or did they move straight to heaven? (South Africa)
Reading the accounts together in Matthew 27:45-51, Mark 15:33-39, Luke 23:46-49 and John 19:25-30, this world-changing event is one of the most dramatic we will ever hear or read. The first question this scene raises is, [...]
When we pass away, does God come to the house to collect us? What happens to the other part that is reborn? (United States)
What is the soul? The Bible tells us what the soul is. We read, "And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, [...]
Explain Hebrews 4. What is God's rest? How do we enter into God's rest? (Philippines)
Chapter 4 begins with “let us therefore.” “Therefore” refers back to lessons from Israel in chapter 3. Israel had “an evil heart of unbelief in departing from the living God” (3:12). The nation could have [...]
Will paradise take place on this Earth? If yes, why did Jesus say I'm going to prepare a place for you as he ascended to heaven? (Zambia)
Summary: There are two distinct resurrections promised in the Bible. To “rightly divide the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15), we need to keep the promises to these two groups distinct. Faithful Christians will receive [...]
Does God know when the coronavirus, Covid-19, is going to end?
Yes. Isaiah 46:10 (KJV), “Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done…” God is not bound by time. He exists beyond time and knows all things.God [...]
He fight against those who fight against you, what does it mean? (Sierra Leone)
As the nation of Israel was about to conquer the promised land, God gave them this promise, “For the LORD your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your [...]
Why was God never called Father in the Old Testament? He is called Father in the New Testament.
Many Christians believe that calling the Creator of heaven and earth “Father” is only seen in the New Testament. Some teach that God Almighty was distant to His people in the Old Testament. But God [...]
What is the Bible message? (Pakistan)
The Bible's message is love “for God is love,” 1 John 4:7-8. It begins with God creating the heavens and the earth and establishing both plant and animal life on Earth. His crowning creation was [...]
Should Christians believe in the Old or New Testament? (Ghana)
It has been stated, “The Old Testament is the New Testament concealed. The New Testament is the Old Testament revealed.” “One plan, spirit, aim, and purpose pervades the entire Bible. Its opening pages record the [...]
Please explain Genesis 3:1: “Now the serpent was more crafty than any beast of the field which Jehovah God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yes, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden?”
Lucifer (or Satan) spoke through the serpent. Why would Lucifer lie? Isaiah 14:12-14 (NKJV), “How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground,…you have [...]
I have backslid 3 times before. I am now saved & happy with God. But I have a lot of guilt from backsliding. (United Kingdom)
If you have hurt anyone from your backsliding, the Bible teaches you should try to make amends. Jesus said, “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother [...]
What is the morning star? (Philippines)
The Morning Star is another name given to Jesus. The title of the Morning Star appears twice, both in Revelation. Revelation 2:28, “And I will give him (faithful Christians) the Morning Star.” Revelation 22:16, “I Jesus have sent [...]
What are the 1,000 consecutive years of Christ?
2 Peter 3:7-13 and Revelation 20 reference the 1,000 years in regard to Christ’s return. These two passages have many points in common. The following is a brief overview.Peter refers to “the day of the [...]
Do you think Jesus has returned on the earth now or not? Why? (India)
Yes, Jesus has returned! Matthew 24:3 (ISV), “While Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately and said, ‘Tell us, when will these things take place, and what will [...]
What does the Bible say about fake people who pretend to be friends with you? They just use you for what they can get out of you.
Those fake friends are liars or hypocrites. They are pretending to be your friend but in their hearts they are not. It would be wise to stop letting them use you. Don't be their friend [...]
Why is human freedom God-given? (Philippines)
Human freedom is God-given because God created us “in His own image.” (Genesis1:27) Not a physical image, but a copy in mind and heart. We have a conscience and the ability to reason. We feel [...]
Why are Christians to sacrifice when we know that Jesus finished it all?
Yes, Jesus did completely atone for our sins. We can add nothing of merit to his accomplished work. 1 Timothy 2:5-6 NKJV, “For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the [...]
If Abraham killed his son Isaac, was he not going to go on trial for a murder case? (Zambia)
No. God instructed Abraham to sacrifice Isaac to test his faith. God had promised Abraham, “In thee (Abraham) shall all the families of the earth be blessed.” Genesis 12:3. This covenant was made with Abraham [...]
Does the holy spirit speak to us today, and how do we hear the holy spirit? If the holy spirit speaks to us, why do we need the Bible? (Nigeria)
We need the Bible because it is the very word of the Lord, and the holy spirit is the spirit of the Lord. “God is spirit and those who worship Him must worship in spirit [...]
Are we supposed to give up everything to follow Christ? (United States)
Yes. In order to become a Christian, a person must deny his own will to only obey God's will. “Then He (Jesus) said to them all, ‘If anyone desires to come after me, let him [...]