What is the difference between offices and gifts in the bible?
Thank you for your interesting question. Generally in the New Testament, the word office describes a position of service in the church such as a deacon, or an elder (translated bishop). When the early church [...]
I would like to know meaning of the tools and materials of the tabernacle.
This site provides short answers of 500 words or less. Your excellent question requires a lengthy answer beyond the scope of this app. The Jewish Tabernacle was a movable tent (or temple) where the Israelites [...]
Please explain Proverbs 9:1
Christian character growth begins with faith. This is fundamental, and a wise man builds upon this strong foundation. "Without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that [...]
Who was Jesus?
Jesus was the Son of God… Jesus was a spirit being before he was born on earth. Jesus was called “the Word” and he created all things as God’s representative and through God’s power and [...]
Who built the walls of Jericho?
The Scriptures do not give a definitive time for the building of the original walls of the city of Jericho. The city was already in existence when the Jews finished their 40 years in the [...]
Regarding Judgment Day, where in the Bible does it say one among you may be raised to heaven and the others may not?
Perhaps you are thinking of one of these texts:Matthew 24:40-42, “Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Two women shall be grinding at the mill; the one [...]
How can you prove to an 8yr. old that God and Jesus exist and that the Bible is not just another book?
A child's mind is not an adult's mind. Children cannot understand abstract concepts as adults do because their minds are still developing. So, how do we teach a child about God, Jesus and the Bible? [...]
Why do Christians of today fail in marriage?
“Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold.” Matthew 24:12 (NIV)This scripture in the Lord’s great prophecy explains that wickedness or sin causes love to become cold. Are we presently [...]
What is 666, and what is the mark of the beast?
What is the beast itself? Looking to the lessons found in Daniel chapters 7 and 8 we discover the beasts symbolically represent Gentile earthly powers, governments or empires. At various times and places, these powers would exercise dominion over [...]
Can the deceased communicate with us spiritually?
No, the dead cannot communicate with us. There is no scripture in the Bible that tells us the dead can communicate at all. On the contrary, Ecclesiastes 9:5-6 says, “the dead know nothing. …They no [...]
Is speaking in tongues for everyone to do? Is it true that once there is not an interpreter, it should not be said?
Ten days after Jesus ascended into heaven, the first Christians were gathered together for the day of Pentecost. They heard a loud noise like a violent wind, and the holy spirit suddenly appeared as tongues [...]
Jesus died on the cross Friday and rose from the dead three days later. Would the third day not have been Monday?
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 [...]
What are some prayers to say regarding the communion bread and blood of Christ?
Communion or Memorial is a very sacred event for the truly dedicated. There is no magical prayer or change that happens at this time. The whole purpose of Communion is to remember Jesus’ sacrifice on [...]
What does Luke 1:44-49 mean? (Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist)
These events take place after the angel told Mary she would conceive a child through the holy spirit and that her cousin Elizabeth, advanced in years, had conceived a child. Mary left Nazareth for a visit to [...]
Who wrote the Bible?
The Bible was recorded by many authors over a period of a few thousand years. For instance, the first five books of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy) are believed to have been written by Moses. David wrote the many of [...]
What does the Bible say about gambling and about drinking alcoholic beverages?
Some people gamble to win money to live or supplement their income. That’s a problem. God has directed every man to work to provide for himself and his family. The Apostle Paul states, “Even while we [...]
Where in the bible does it say marriage is between a man and woman not a man and man?
The Bible is very clear about the sin of practicing homosexuality. Lev. 20:13 states, “And if a man lie with mankind, as with womankind, both of them have committed abomination: they shall surely be put [...]
What does it mean to be “fearfully made?” – Psalm 139:14
In the King James Version (KJV) Bible the whole scripture Psalm 139:14 reads: "I will praise thee: for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well." [...]
Where in the Bible does it talk about not complaining?
Every one of us, at one time or another, has complained about something or someone. We are all imperfect people living in an imperfect world full of things that can upset or annoy us! Our [...]
Where is it in the Bible about trying to judge somebody? (Matthew 7:1,2)
Perhaps you were thinking of Matthew 7:1,2 "Judge not, that you may not be judged; for your own judgement will be dealt--and your own measure meted to yourselves.” This does not mean every action and everybody [...]
What is the difference between water and spiritual baptism?
Baptism is an outward expression of a person surrendering his will to the Lord. Spiritual baptism refers to the inward decision to surrender that will, and thus become a part of the body of Christ, receiving the [...]
How do we die and go straight to heaven, then when He comes back – be the first to leave the grave to meet Him in the air?
Thank you for your interesting question. First, we would explain that not all mankind are part of the resurrection to the eternal heavenly reward described in your question. The Bible teaches two resurrections in John [...]