Matthew 6:19-21: What are the treasures of heaven?
Matthew 6:19-21: “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor [...]
What is fasting and praying for help with life and death? And what do you drink or eat?
There are no direct scriptures about proper or improper fasting foods nor about the duration of a fast. In the Bible, fasting was most often associated with three attitudes of heart. Most prominently, people fasted [...]
Why is Jesus Christ called the Lamb? Why a lamb ?
Many biblical stories and prophecies use the image of a lamb to symbolize our Lord because of the animal’s character and disposition. A lamb always follows and obeys the voice of his Shepherd just as [...]
How can we know that there is a soul after death?
The soul is one with the being. A person cannot be removed from his own breath. Scripturally, the soul is defined as the whole human being. Genesis 2:7, “And the LORD God formed man of [...]
How can we develop more faith in God?
“Without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” Hebrews 11:6 It is important [...]
When will everything come to fruition?
Let’s look at scripture starting in Daniel 12th chapter. This entire chapter is ripe with insights into God’s plan, but for now we will focus on some very clear statements in Daniel 12:4 “But thou, [...]
Why did Jesus say, "Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword." Matthew 10:34
Scriptures are taken from the NIV Bible unless otherwise noted. This scripture may seem to contradict the angels’ proclamation at the time of Jesus’s birth: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, [...]
Do Christians have a place in politics?
No. The true footstep followers of the Lord Jesus are called to a "heavenly calling" (Hebrews 3:1), to the "high calling of God" (Philippians 3:13). Male and female Christians are running for the office of joint-heirship with [...]
Should Christians do exploits? Should they scheme and plot to get their ways?
An exploit is to take advantage of or to act meanly or unjustly for one’s own advantage. Did Christ teach His followers to scheme to get ahead? No! Galatians 6:7, 8 states, “Do not be deceived. [...]
How do you know when the anointing of God is upon you?
There are likely as many proofs of spirit begettal or of God’s anointing as there are people experiencing it. To some, the Lord may show His approval through answered prayer. Others may experience peculiar incidents that [...]
Please explain Ezekiel 18:8-21.
Ezekiel 18:8-21 describes God's perfect law of justice, that each person who sins will pay the penalty of that sin, which is death. Nobody else will pay that penalty.The context of this passage begins in [...]
How does our omniscient God feel about the wicked suffering in hell for eternity? Does it grieve Him?
We cannot discuss God’s feelings toward sinners until we first understand the Biblical concept of hell. The word “hell” in the Bible is a translation of four words: Sheol, Hades, Gehenna and Geber. Sheol (Strong’s [...]
In Hinduism, when people take ordinary food and offer it to their idol Krishna, it becomes prasadham, food sanctified by the Lord. Then the Hindus will eat it. Does this food become devil's food? Can Christians eat it? (meat offered to idols)
The church in Corinth had this same problem. Some of the believers were saying they should not eat meat offered to idols. Others said an idol is nothing, just rock, so it really doesn’t hurt [...]
Did the long day of Joshua really happen? Should "the sun stood still" be taken literally or poetically?
Our belief is that all the Bible records historically happened literally, except maybe when it says that animals speak, it may be in the mind of the individual interpreting the actions of the animal. In [...]
After we go to heaven, what do we do in heaven?
Heaven is a promise to those who are part of the body of Christ. It is a reward for faithful Christians who gave their hearts, wills and beings to the Lord, followed Jesus on the [...]
What is meant by Adam and Eve eating the fruit?
The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil was in the Garden of Eden. This was the only tree God forbade Adam and Eve to eat. Genesis 2:17, "And the LORD God commanded the man, [...]
False prophets and false Messiahs will appear performing great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect (Matt. 24:24). What does that mean?
“For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect.” Matthew 24:24 There have been many false prophets and false christs who have stated [...]
Can a church be baptized for the dead according to 1 Corinthians 15:29?
“Else what shall they do which are baptized for the dead, if the dead rise not at all?” 1 Corinthians 15:29A proper scriptural understanding of Christian baptism and salvation is needed to answer this question, and [...]
Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?
Jesus preached using many parables - stories which illustrate spiritual ideas or prophecies. When Jesus cursed the fig tree a few days before his crucifixion, he was acting out a message He had been proclaiming. [...]
Is it scriptural for Christians to participate in get rich financial schemes like Ponzi schemes, pyramids, schemes that offer big interest in a short time?
In the United States, Ponzi schemes are illegal. Methods to "get rich quick" usually don't work. The perpetrator of these methods is trying to make money for himself. The poor investor will typically lose most [...]
What is the position of the death penalty in the New Testament?
Punishment of criminals is a governmental responsibility. Under the Law Covenant, God promised He would direct Israel’s governmental affairs if they tried to obey Him. Deuteronomy 30:16, “If you obey the commandments of the LORD [...]