Why did the nation of Israel need a king?
The prophet Samuel was a good judge and prophet, who “judged Israel all the days of his life” 1 Samuel 7:15. But when Samuel grew too old to fulfill his duties, he appointed his two [...]
Ephesians 6:14-17. How does this armor of God protect us from Satan?
Ephesians 6:13 (NET), “…take up the full armor of God so that you may be able to stand your ground on the evil day, and having done everything, to stand.”In order to stand firm, you [...]
What do the seven years in Daniel chapter 4 mean? (United States)
In King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of Daniel 4, seven times are prophesied. Daniel gave the king the literal interpretation, in which Nebuchadnezzar was represented by the tree which grew large, strong, and tall. This represented King [...]
I would like to know how Jesus Christ is not God? If he is his deity and also God is manifest in the flesh? (United States)
There is an interesting account found in John 10:31-36 (NRSV), “The Jews took up stones again to stone him. Jesus replied, ‘I have shown you many good works from the Father. For which of these [...]
What does "Strong's" mean? (India)
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible, generally known as Strong's Concordance is a helpful resource to study the Bible. In 1890, Professor James Strong, a Methodist theologian, published a complete concordance for every word in [...]
In the Bible, what are the types of crowns and what do they mean?
The Bible identifies many different kinds of crowns. In the Old Testament, the high priest of Israel wore a golden crown. Exodus 39:30 (NKJV), “Then they made the plate of the holy crown of pure [...]
What is the ultimate goal of every human being, i.e. what is our purpose of existence ultimately? (Ghana)
Summary: Jesus taught our ultimate purpose to be, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And [...]
Someone asked me to explain why our General Overseer goes about with a siren and bodyguards? Please, how do I answer the person as a Christian? (United Kingdom)
Summary: No spirit-begotten Christian needs any human bodyguards.Discussion: Angels have and do invisibly minister to all those who have made a consecration to do the will of God and follow in the footsteps of Jesus. [...]
Many pastors say all of God's words are recorded in the Bible. There are no words, other holy books, or new prophecies outside of the Bible. Did you agree with this opinion? (India)
Only the Bible is the inspired word of God given to man. We see this in 2 Timothy 3:16: “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” Paul [...]
Does God know every single thing about what will happen next in our life on earth? If he knows, then does it means he knows our destiny (that we will go to heaven or hell)? (Ethiopia)
Isaiah 46:10 (CSB), "I declare the end from the beginning, and from long ago what is not yet done, saying: my plan will take place, and I will do all my will.” In 1 John 3:1-2, [...]
Does God know what we are thinking and what we are about to do? (Zambia)
The answer is yes. God is all-knowing. He knows the end from the beginning. He can read our hearts and know the true motives for why we do the things we do. For example, God [...]
Why do people die? (Canada)
Very simply, as Adam’s children, we inherit death in our bodies. We are born sinners. “Look, I was guilty of sin from birth, a sinner the moment my mother conceived me.” Psalm 51:5 (NET) Adam [...]
What is the Christian worldview of what is happening today? (Libya)
Christians view current events as important preparations for Christ’s 1,000-year Kingdom. Christ’s soon-to-be established kingdom is called the “new heavens and a new earth where righteousness dwells.” (2 Peter 3:13) They will not be literal [...]
Is it proper to close the churches, to wear masks and to social distance? Does this have to do with obeying man rather than God? (United States)
Summary: Meeting with other Christians is scripturally directed by God. Using technology to meet is still obeying God. Discussion: God’s principles govern a Christian’s life. If man’s law is in opposition to God’s scriptures, we [...]
Please explain the parable of the hidden treasure and the parable of the pearl. (Zambia)
Matthew 13:44. These two parables are similar in nature, both refer to something precious, yet there are differences. A treasure hid in a field implies there will be work to separate the treasure from the [...]
On the day of resurrection, can God forgive Hitler? (Philippines)
Jesus died for everyone. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son,….” John 3:16 (NKJV). Hitler and every human being were redeemed when Jesus died on the cross. “As [...]
Please explain Isaiah 27:1-3 and does Isaiah 26:19 represent the lockdown that people are facing today?
Summary: No, it really has nothing to do with the present lockdown. Isaiah 27:1-3 and Isaiah 26:19 are prophecies about how God will finally destroy Satan and the incorrigible, and how He will resurrect mankind [...]
Is the light of reason enough to know the mystery of God? (Cameroon)
Summary: No, man’s reasoning cannot apprehend the mysteries of God. (1 Corinthians 2:10) Discussion: Our ability to reason is a most important aspect of being made in God’s image. We are thus capable of communion [...]
What is the purpose of creation? Why did God create people?
Life is a great blessing! Because our God is a God of love, He wanted to give the gift of life to many others, which is why He created his human family. In God's future [...]
What is eternity? Does a person get eternal life in the resurrection? How? (Nigeria)
Eternity refers to time, time with no end. God is the only being Who has no beginning and no end, so He is the epitome of eternity. People (not the Bride of Christ) who are [...]
Please, why is God in heaven and not in earth? (Nigeria)
The Bible tells us that God’s home is heaven. We have a number of verses that tell us this: “Our Father who is in heaven”(Matthew 6:9); “For God is in heaven and you are on the earth,” [...]
What are the effects of greed in Nigeria?
Since we do not live in Nigeria, we cannot comment on the specific effects of greed in that country. However, we can comment on the consequences of greed and how God views greed.Greed by definition [...]