Speaking in "tongues" is not a language of some people here on earth as it was at Pentecost. Are today's tongues biblical?
In the Greek, the word translated as tongues is glossalalia, meaning the literal tongue or a language. When the gift of tongues (speaking in foreign languages) was first given at Pentecost, we know these languages were [...]
Would we know if a person is or is not in heaven?
Short answer: Yes! Discussion: When Jesus took Adam’s death penalty upon Himself, every single person was guaranteed a resurrection. Romans 5:18 (NIV), “just as one trespass resulted in condemnation for all people, so also one [...]
I'm 62. I was saved in my twenties. Made a lot of mistakes and lived in and out of my Christian faith for many years. Now I'm anxious about completing my destiny that God had laid out for me. I've never been closer to Jesus than I am right now. God is the author and finisher of my faith. Will he finish what he started in me in this life or in heaven?
The Apostle Paul wrote, “If ye are Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed and heirs according to the promise,” Galatians Those who are begotten with the Holy Spirit are heirs of the Abrahamic promise: “…in [...]
If soul is made of body and spirit, then how is it that Jesus said don't fear him that can kill the body but not the soul? Seems to me the body and soul are different things.
Matthew 10:28 (KJV), “And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.”The biblical [...]
What does it mean in Ezekiel 33:5 when it says, "He heard the sound of the trumpet, and took not warning, his blood shall be upon him. But he that taketh warning shall deliver his soul."
Consider the prophet Ezekiel and his role in Israel. God had chosen Israel to be in relationship with Him. “You only have I known from all the families of the earth,” Amos 3:2. Ezekiel was [...]
What is God's advice about how to develop patience and resilience?
The New Testament's Greek words translated as “patience” include the thoughts of cheerful endurance, waiting, perseverance, resilience and steadfastness. Romans 5:3-4 connects suffering to patience: “We rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces patience (endurance), [...]
In what way does your knowledge of God's actions and character affect the way you pray?
What a great privilege we have to always have the ear of the supreme God who rules the universe. 1 Peter 3:12, “For the eyes of the LORD are on the righteous, and His ears are [...]
What is the meaning of the cross?
The scriptures show three general meanings of the cross. The first is the literal cross where Christ was crucified. (John 19:17-31) The second is an illustration of the Christian life - willing to do God’s [...]
Did the saints who died in the Old Testament rise after Jesus' resurrection or will they rise after he returns?
The scriptures say that all the saints that die before the second presence of Christ will remain in the grave until his return. (I Thessalonians 4:16) The order of resurrection is also spoken of as [...]
Why is Jesus called the "bread of life"?
We know that literal bread is a food that supports life, as a person could live on bread and water alone. So, it is a beautiful picture of Jesus’ sacrifice. Jesus gave his human body, his [...]
Is the great commission the only command of Christ for right standards with God? What must you obey to obey Christ?
After his resurrection, Jesus told his disciples, “go therefore and make disciples of all the nations…teaching them to observe all that I commanded you.” Matthew 28:19-20. This is sometimes referred to as the Great Commission. [...]
Why did God harden the heart of Pharaoh?
Exodus 8:15 (NKJV), “But when Pharaoh saw that there was relief, he hardened his heart and did not heed them, as the LORD had said.” It was the Lord’s mercy which caused Pharaoh to harden [...]
In 1844, there was a great disappointment where people sold their properties and prepared themselves for Jesus Christ’s return. Now my Question is, who told those people that Jesus Christ was coming in 1844? How did they know?
The early part of the 19th century in the U.S. witnessed a notable religious revival. As the country prospered industrially, people turned to perfecting the inner spirit. There were reforms, causes and societies, and an [...]
Who does Jesus love most?
Quite simply, He loves his Father in heaven the most. Jesus told us the most important commandment is to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul and with all [...]
When was Jesus crucified? It was not Friday, because He said He would be dead three days and three nights
This can certainly be a puzzling question! By our way of counting, the third day would seem to be on Monday, but it seems the phrase "for three days" can really indicate parts of three [...]
The precious blood of Jesus not only paid for our sins, but also the breaking of generational curses. Why do most pastors keep on reminding us that we have generational curses when Jesus has paid the price? Also, does the curse of Ham apply today?
The blood of Jesus pays for our sins. 1 Timothy 2:5,6: “…the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself a ransom for all to be testified in due time.” This testimony has been delivered to those whom [...]
In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), why are two servants praised?
The parable of the talents illustrates the individual responsibility of every Christian to serve God. Christian living is much more than saying, “I accept Jesus.” We are to demonstrate our salvation by service through our [...]
What does "poor in spirit" mean in Matthew 5:3?
“Blessed are the poor in spirit (humble-minded) for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” The Greek word translated “poor” has the significance of utter destitution, extreme poverty. Thus, a full appreciation of our own spiritual destitution [...]
Will everyone who goes to heaven be around the same age?
Summary: The question of a person’s earthly age and appearance really does not apply to the spirit body. In the resurrection of the Church class, our divine bodies will look nothing like our earthly bodies. [...]
Can a person that has never heard the word of God be saved? Man on Island- tribes in the jungle?
“For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; Who will have all men to be saved and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.” (I Timothy 2:3,4) These verses indicate [...]
Please explain Luke 17:20-21, "The kingdom of God does not come with observation; nor will they say, 'See here!' or 'See there!' For indeed, the kingdom of God is within you."
In this event, Jesus was talking to the Pharisees. How could God’s kingdom be in the hearts of Pharisees? Jesus had called the Pharisees hypocrites! (See Luke 11 and Matthew 23.) The NIV, ESV, CSB, NASB [...]
How did Jesus cleanse the temple?
An account of Jesus cleansing the temple is recorded in Matthew 21:12-17. The temple would have been a busy place at Passover time. Both local and foreign-born Jews had come to observe the Passover week. [...]