Did Jesus pass his authority to Peter in Matthew 16:18?
In Matthew 16:15-18, Jesus says, “…Whom do ye say that I am? and Simon Peter answered and said, thou art the Christ, the son of the living God. And Jesus answered…I say unto thee, thou [...]
Explain Ephesians 2:16, by means of the Cross he united both races.
Upon examining ten different Bible translations, the only one we found that used the word "races" was the Today's English Version (TEV). Most Bibles simply use the word "both," while the New Revised Standard Version [...]
How are we as Americans required to honor Israel ?
From a biblical perspective, if you are an American Jew, the Bible urges you to embrace your Jewish heritage. Watch to see how God is blessing the land of Israel and the Jewish people. Remember [...]
What is the early and latter rain in James 5:7?
There is a rainy season in Israel. The rains begin in October and gradually become heavier throughout winter until they diminish around March/April. The first rain of the season is called the Yoreh, or early [...]
Is Jesus God or a son of God? If both how come?
This is a question often asked. Many people turn to John 1:1 (King James Version), "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." John 10:30, says [...]
What does the Bible say about people accusing you falsely?
In Proverbs 6:16-19 “a false witness” is listed as one of the six things God hates. One of the Ten Commandments is “you shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.” (Exodus 20:16) It should [...]
Is getting baptized as an adult okay?
Not only okay, but wise and supported by scripture. John's baptism for the remission of sins was an invitation to consenting adults at the age of reason (Matthew 3). Jesus himself, the perfect son of [...]
Why are there some errors in the Bible content?
The Bible is thousands of years old. Different books of the Bible date back more than 3,000 years. In fact, some believe the book of Job may have been written during the time of the [...]
What is difference between salvation and eternal life?
We can all agree that the Bible speaks of both eternal life and salvation, but since there are two different salvations with different outcomes, you are understandably having difficulty discerning which is which. God created [...]
Is it the parents fault, when you train your children about God, and they choose a life of sin when they get older?
So many Christian parents struggle with this. Many of us have “taught them [our children] diligently” (Deuteronomy 6:7), knowing that we “have no greater joy that to hear our children walk in truth” (3 John [...]
Why should we worship God?
Worship can mean different things to different people. In the Bible, the words translated worship have the sense of showing respect or reverence, or serving royalty or God. The definition, according to dictionary.com, is “reverent [...]
Please explain what David said in Psalms 34:10: The young lions may grow weak and hungry, but they that seek the LORD lack no good thing.
This verse illustrates the contrast between God’s people and non-Christians. It is a beautiful description of how God takes care of His children; those who seek the Lord. “They shall not want any good thing.” [...]
Please explain the reason for the different genealogy emphasis between Luke and Matthew.
One prophesy of the Old Testament is that our Savior would be from the “House of David” as we see in Isaiah 9:6-7 “For unto us a child is born… The mighty God, The everlasting [...]
Please explain the reason for the different genealogy emphasis between Luke and Matthew.
One prophesy of the Old Testament is that our Savior would be from the “House of David” as we see in Isaiah 9:6-7 “For unto us a child is born… The mighty God, The everlasting [...]
Who is Satan? Who is Lucifer?
There are two words translated “Satan” in the scriptures. In the Old Testament, it has a broader application than the devil, meaning an opponent or adversary.in the Old Testament, Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance #H7854 (Hebrews) is translated as [...]
How can we lead a righteous life?
It is important to note that no one is truly righteous since we are all sinners. Romans 3:10, “There is none righteous, no, not one.” Jesus is the only person who lived perfectly all his [...]
Why should we wait till marriage for sex?
Just as marriage symbolizes the unity and devotion between a man and woman, sex symbolizes the unity of the flesh as one. 1 Corinthians 7:2 states, "But since sexual immorality is occurring, each man should [...]
Are there three heavens, and what does each one represent?
The Bible refers to heaven in both physical and symbolic ways. In the physical sense heaven is often referred to as having 3 levels. 1 The immediate atmosphere of earth. a God made [...]
What is The Church?
“The Church is the pillar and ground of the Truth.” 1 Timothy 3:15 The Church is spoken of as the Bride of Christ, in a formative or developing state, His espoused. Each one who makes [...]
Are there any Bible verses about loneliness? Does God help the lonely?
Absolutely, God does help the lonely. “I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.” (Hebrews 13:5) “Draw nigh to God and he will draw nigh to you” (James 4:8) “I will not leave you comfortless: [...]
Who comes after God in our life – my spouse or my children?
Both your spouse and your children demand your attention. The responsibilities to each one differs. According to Biblical standard… “ a man shall leave his father and his mother; and shall cleave unto his wife: and [...]
Please explain Genesis 3:15: "Between your seed and her seed, he shall crush your head and you shall bruise his heel."
Genesis 3:14 helps us identify one of the two seeds. In that verse, we find God speaking to the serpent. So, "your seed" in verse 15 refers to the serpent's seed or Satan and his [...]