Please explain the sermon in Acts 2:14-21 and how God's spirit was poured out. (United Kingdom)
The passage refers to three different time periods: Verse 17 - “the last days”; Verse 18 - “in those days”; Verse 20 - “before that great and notable day of the Lord come”. Peter is [...]
What does render to Caeser what is Caeser’s and render to God what is God's mean? (Canada)
Mark 12:14-17 (ESV), “And they came and said to him (Jesus), ‘Teacher, we know that you are true and do not care about anyone’s opinion. For you are not swayed by appearances, but truly teach [...]
What is love in terms of the Christian perspective? What does it mean to love God? How do we love our neighbors? (Ghana)
Just as the Apostle James said, “faith without works is dead,” the same can be said of love. If we have love dwelling in our hearts, then love will manifest itself outwardly in our daily living. The [...]
God wants us to help the needy, right? When is it time to stop helping them? I mean is there a limit somewhere? (United States)
Poverty is a grievous problem - one that causes much suffering and pain. As Christians, we would not turn away from helping someone. The Apostle Paul wrote in Galatians 6:10, “As we have therefore opportunity, [...]
How can we identify the work of Satan? (New Zealand)
We can identify the work of Satan by analyzing actions/events and the character traits that fuel those actions. As God’s arch adversary, Satan is diametrically opposed to righteousness and all things holy. So, we analyze [...]
Which people in the Bible prove that failure is not fatal?
There are several examples from the Bible proving that failure is not fatal.Peter is a prime example. He denied the Lord - not just once but three times. Jesus warned Peter this would happen. Yet [...]
If those who are evil will have the chance to follow the righteousness of God and live again in the kingdom, what does John 5:28-29 mean when it says those who have done evil will be condemned?
John 5:28-29, “Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice and come forth, those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, [...]
Which scripture says that at the appointed time I the Lord will make everything right? (Zambia)
Habakkuk 2:2-3 (CSB), “The LORD answered me: Write down this vision; clearly inscribe it on tablets so one may easily read it. For the vision is yet for the appointed time; it testifies about the [...]
Why is the Old Testament important for Christians? Is there any relation to the New Testament and the New Covenant in Jesus Christ?
“The Old Testament is the New concealed and the New Testament is the Old revealed.”The New Testament contains a large number of Old Testament quotations. There are at least 295 separate references to the Old Testament. [...]
Please explain Daniel 12:11-12 and the meaning of the numbers: 1290 and 1335. (Nigeria)
The 12th chapter of Daniel is a prophecy about the return of Christ and the events surrounding his second advent. Verses 11 and 12 deal with the sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ and his [...]
Matthew 11:11, “…whoever is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he (John the Baptist).” Why is John the Baptist not in the kingdom of heaven?
The simple answer is because no one was granted a heavenly reward until after the death and resurrection of Jesus. John the Baptist died before that time. John was not invited to become one of [...]
Explain what the harvest is and its consequences. (Zambia)
A spiritual harvest is a reaping time when past behaviors and character fruits are judged. The result of the judgment decides the outcome. That which is developed according to God’s will receive good rewards. Anything [...]
When did God reveal Himself? (Philippines)
Revelation 5 is a picture illustration of the revealing of God’s plan. This is a symbolic representation – not literal - for Jesus is described as “the lion of the tribe of Judah” in verse [...]
Why does God say that He chastens those whom He loves? (Trinidad/Tobago)
It is a unique privilege to have the heavenly Father so involved with our lives that He accepts us as dearly beloved children. He teaches us by instruction in the Word of truth and by [...]
Please explain 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 (NASB), "Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? If any man destroys the temple of God, God will destroy him, for the temple of God is holy, and that is what you are." (Philippines)
We will consider three perspectives of these verses. Perspective 1: In the context of this chapter, Paul is warning the brethren to watch for those who would bring in false doctrines and heresies. These could [...]
How or what offering is an act of worship of love? (Nigeria)
“God is Spirit and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” (John 4:24) In Old Testament times, under the law given to Israel through Moses, it was proper to present offerings of [...]
What are some Bible verses about spiritual fruitfulness? (Liberia) (fruit of the spirit)
In John chapter 15, Jesus said if we abide in him, we will bear fruit. To abide in Jesus, we must first acknowledge we are sinners, and we cannot become righteousness by our own works. [...]
What are some encouraging Bible verses to read in the time of a loss of a loved one from the Old and New Testament?
Psalm 69:16: “Hear me O LORD, for thy lovingkindness is good; turn unto me according to the multitude of thy tender mercies.” (KJV)Psalm 147:3 “He healeth the broken in heart and bindeth up their wounds.” (KJV)John 14:27: “Peace [...]
What is the interpretation of the scapegoat? Are both goats representing Christ or is the scapegoat the devil? (United States)
In His wisdom, God understood a special priesthood of believers would be necessary to help reconcile the world to Himself. Jesus and His Saints will be the priesthood for all mankind. 1 Peter 2:9, … [...]
In John 11:25-26, “Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.’” What did Jesus mean believing and living and never dying-ever? (Zambia)
All of mankind are under the curse of death as it says in 1 Corinthians 15:22, “in Adam all die.” Jesus’s sacrifice made it possible for all mankind to have the opportunity for everlasting life [...]
Can we ask Bible trivia questions and Bible game questions on this app?
The purpose of this app is to answer sincere, heartfelt questions about the Bible or about how to apply the Bible to our lives. We receive hundreds of sincere questions and it is a challenge [...]
Are we allowed to eat meat after the second coming of Christ? (United States)
Christ’s second advent reign is a time of restoration of all that was lost through sin. Acts 3:20-21 (NKJV), “…He may (shall) send Jesus Christ,…whom heaven must receive (or retain) until the times of restoration [...]