If Adam and Eve were perfect, how could they have sinned? Wouldn't a perfect man and woman have acted in a perfect manner?
In Genesis 1:26-27, the Bible says "Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness...And God created man in His own image..." We know that God is a spirit being with a spirit [...]
Is there any reason for righteous people to repent?
Humans have one BIG thing in common: we are all sinners. Romans 3:23 NLT: “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.” Romans 3:10 NASB: “There is none righteous, not even one" which [...]
What is the meaning of Ephesians 2:20? "And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone."
Several texts can be cross read to interpret Paul’s meaning here. First, let’s address the “chief cornerstone.” There is only one kind of building that has only one cornerstone: a pyramid. The top stone itself [...]
What is the meaning of Romans 8:6 – "For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace"?
Romans 8:6: NASB “For the mind set on the flesh is death, but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace.”A true follower of Christ is one that surrenders all the mind, heart [...]
Why should we study demonology?
The Christian is NEVER instructed or encouraged by the Bible to study demonology. It is our deeply held conviction that people should not go looking into these types of subjects out of curiosity, because darkness [...]
Will you go to heaven without having the holy spirit?
God created Adam, the first man “in His own image.” Adam was created sinless. God also gave Adam dominion over the earth (Genesis 1:26). Through these two combined thoughts, the Bible demonstrates that Adam, and [...]
What is the bottomless pit in Revelation?
The phrase “bottomless pit” is found seven times in the Bible, all in the book of Revelation. Revelation is a highly symbolic text. Over the centuries, much confusion has arisen from taking its writings literally. [...]
Who were the good kings of Judah after the time of Solomon but before the exile? In general, what did the good kings do?
Quoting from: Concerning Less Known Kings – The Herald (herald-magazine.com)We may learn from both the good and bad things done by the Kings of Judah and Israel. About half the kings of Judah were good [...]
What's the use of the holy spirit to human beings?
The holy spirit is God’s invisible power and influence. Over time, the role of the holy spirit changed. In Old Testament times and before Jesus’ baptism, the function of the holy spirit was primarily to guide [...]
Explain Jesus saying, "I am the way, the truth, and the life." (John 14:6)
Jesus knew his time on earth was coming to an end. Beginning in John 13:30 one of the last conversations between Jesus and his disciples is recorded. Jesus was preparing for both his death and [...]
Does a man that grew up without a father have to show the same discipline as a man who did?
The need for self-discipline is as old as mankind itself. God created the first man and woman, Adam and Eve, with free will. Free will is the capability of choosing right or wrong. In Genesis [...]
What does 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 mean? (I am of Paul, Apollos)
1 Corinthians 3:6-7: (NASB) 6 I planted, Apollos watered, but God was causing the growth. 7 So then neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but God who causes the [...]
Naaman was a Gentile. Why did God give him victory in war?
Naaman was a pagan army captain. 2 Kings 5:1: "Now Naaman, captain of the army of the king of Aram, was a great man with his master, and highly respected, because by him the LORD [...]
What is mean by Revelation 12:14? (time and times and half a time/woman in the wilderness)
There are many wonderful details in Revelation chapter 12 that are worthy of deeper study. But briefly, the chapter traces the history of Christians down through the age. The woman described in verse 1 is the early [...]
What is the explanation of 2 Corinthians 6:16-18 – "be separate"?
16 Or what agreement does the temple of God have with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; just as God said, “I will dwell among them and walk among them; and [...]
Can you elaborate on John 16:8? How would the holy spirit prove the world wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment?
To set the context, on the night before Jesus’ crucifixion, he prophetically explained what God’s spirit would do when it came to the disciples: John 16:7–11: "...it is for your good that I am going [...]
God just made Adam and Eve. Where did Cain's wife come from?
The Bible does not say specifically who Cain’s wife was. The only plausible answer is that she was his sister or perhaps a niece. We presume this because we do not know how old Cain [...]
What is grace according Romans 6?
The book of Romans was written by the Apostle Paul to the early Christian church of Rome. Paul referred to his intended audience as “saints” (Romans 1:7). Although the term “saint” has taken on multiple [...]
What is the "spirit of prophecy" in Revelation 19:10-12?
Revelation chapter 19 follows the judgments of God on the fallen systems of man explained in the previous chapter. Chapter 19 then describes the beginning of His righteous reign and the marriage of Jesus and [...]
In the Old Testament, was it okay to drink wine and strong drinks?
Throughout the Old Testament, there are frequent references to wine. In areas where water is scarce and easily contaminated, such as the areas in Old Testament events, wine is frequently used as a commonly accepted [...]
Discuss what the triumph of Christ is (2 Corinthians 2:14-16) and give one basic attitude that caused Christ to triumph. How can a pastor triumph with the same attitude?
2 Corinthians 2:14-16: But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and manifests through us the sweet aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place. For we are a fragrance [...]
Help me to find Jesus Christ in the scriptures of Luke 15 (Parables of the Lost Sheep, Lost Coin and Prodigal Son)
Jesus understood that part of his ministry was to teach those around him about pleasing God. To accomplish this, Jesus often used parables as a teaching tool. Parables are stories whose characters and events convey [...]