If a pastor baptizes a person but not all his practices line up with the word of God is that person's baptism invalid? Can the baptizer be a godly woman pastor?
Much later after Jesus' water baptism, Jesus said, "But I have a baptism to undergo, and how it consumes me until it is finished!" Luke 12:50 (CSB). What baptism was this? It was a baptism [...]
What is the meaning of Psalm 1:1-6 and Psalm 19:14? How can we make our words and our hearts' meditations acceptable to God?
The first Psalm compares Jesus and His followers, those who walk in purity of heart, with those who walk in sinful paths. Christians produce the good fruits of the spirit as they drink on the [...]
When will the War of Ezekiel 38 happen? Many say it might start this year or next year. If so, will it start before or after the Church Bride Class is completed?
There are a variety of thoughts about the Ezekiel 38 prophecy. The following represents one viewpoint. Three preconditions must be met prior to the war: First, Israel must be regathered as a nation (verses 8,12). [...]
Please explain when the door will shut for the unwise virgins in the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins (Matthew 25:1-20).
The following is a brief interpretation of the Parable of the Wise and Foolish (Unwise) Virgins found in Matthew 25:1-10:25:1 “…like 10 virgins, which took their lamps and went forth to meet the bridegroom”These are [...]
Which spirit did Absalom have when he rebelled against his father, David?
This is a very sad story. Absalom's half-brother, Amnon raped the beautiful Tamar, Absalom's sister. 2 Samuel 13:14-22 (NIV), “he (Amnon) was stronger than she, he raped her. Then Amnon hated her with intense hatred. [...]
How does one deal with people within your immediate circle of influence that are not following Jesus? Our points of view obviously differ and we clash, but we cannot create an unpleasant atmosphere at work.
People were drawn to Jesus because of His compassion, love, purity, wisdom, etc. He did not act like a moral policeman, pointing out sins and errors. Instead, he would talk about the uplifting and beautiful. [...]
About the Virgin Mary why do you say she has kids while the Bible clearly states otherwise? Ezekiel 44:2, "Then said the LORD unto me; This gate shall be shut, it shall not be opened, and no man shall enter in by it; because the LORD, the God of Israel, hath entered in by it, therefore it shall be shut."
Ezekiel 40-43 record Ezekiel's vision of God's temple. Ezekiel 43:10 specifically states, "Son of man, describe the temple to the people of Israel." These chapters furnish the dimensions of the walls, the gates, the chambers, [...]
How is a cheerful heart like good medicine?
Proverbs 17:22, "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength." There is a connection between our thoughts and our physical health. Doctors have determined that when a person smiles, [...]
Why are most Christians today powerless? Why isn't the Holy Spirit helping them?
Most Christians are Christians in name only, i.e., nominal. They recognize Jesus as their Savior, practice righteous living, attend church, read the Bible, etc. This is a very good first step. However, they have not [...]
I'm a man. What does the Bible say if I want to marry a second wife?
If you are a Christian man, you may only have one wife. The New Testament teaches that marriage is between one man and one woman and is a picture of the relationship between Jesus and [...]
Please explain the Parable of Sower.
Matthew 13:3-9, NIV “...A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky places, [...]
Where in the Bible does it explain marriage and how to treat each other sexually?
Jesus taught there are two foundational commandments for all people in every relationship. Mark 12:30,31: “‘And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, [...]
What are some of the good things King Saul did during his reign in Israel?
The life of Saul is narrated in 1 Samuel chapters 9-15. Saul was a member of the tribe of Benjamin, one of the smallest tribes and one which settled the hill country east of Jerusalem. [...]
Is it good to ask people to pray for you?
Yes! First, it is proper and good for us to pray for each other. Jesus, Himself, prayed for all of His present and future followers. John 17:9, “I (Jesus) pray for them (true Christians). I [...]
All human beings have two natures-spiritual and physical. What is the difference between the spiritual nature of all human beings that returns to God after death and the Holy Spirit? How do they function together in the same body?
Nothing is stated in the Bible about mankind having two natures. Genesis 2:7 teaches that God made man from the dust of earth then breathed life into him. Man became a living soul. Soul = [...]
Why did I live through my wreck?
Our hearts go out to you. It sounds like you survived a horrible experience. Perhaps you're asking for what purpose does God want you to live? Or you are wondering why you survived while others [...]
What was the role of a priest in the Bible?
We could generally describe the role of God's priests as follows: 1. These were ordained by God to offer sacrifices- "For every high priest taken from among men (all the Jewish priests were taken from [...]
What is happening in Revelation 12:17?
17 So the dragon was enraged with the woman and went off to make war with the rest of her children, who keep the commandments of God and hold to the testimony of Jesus.There are [...]
What will happen if someone meets God right now?
If a person, in the flesh, should meet God right now, he would die. The Bible clearly states that no man can meet God. Moses was in direct communication with God. Yet Moses could [...]
Please explain the new heavens and new earth in Isaiah 65:17,18,19.
“For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; And the former shall not be remembered or come to mind. But be glad and rejoice forever in what I create; For behold, I create [...]
Explain 5 important factors when translating the Bible.
Five main factors in good Bible Translation are: 1. Objective. Integrity requires the translator preserve what the original language says, even when it apparently contradicts his own theological understanding, or that of groups with which [...]
What is our Delightful GOD saying to us in Zephaniah 3:17?
“The LORD your God is in your midst, a victorious warrior!” Zephaniah 3:17. The third chapter of Zephaniah records rebellion and then deliverance. Israel's rebellion and disobedience to God's instructions are in Zephaniah 3:1-7. These prophecies [...]