Why did the angels in the dream of Jacob need a ladder if they had wings?
The account of Jacob’s dream does not say that the angels had wings. Genesis 28:12 says, “He had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, with its top reaching to [...]
Why did Jacob use a stone for a pillow when he stopped for the night on his way to Haran?
Why does Jacob use a stone for a pillow? The scriptures tell us “Jacob left Beersheba and set out for Haran. When he reached a certain place he stopped for the night because the sun [...]
Which scriptures pertain to intoxicating wine versus non-intoxicating wine (sweet wine or grape juice)? What is the difference between old and new wine? In Regard to the miracle that Jesus performed in Cana, what is the difference between the "best" wine that was served at the end and the inferior wine that was served earlier?
The difference between old and new wine is based on fermentation. Old wine is fermented and has an alcoholic content. The new wine mentioned in the Bible is usually grape juice and has no alcoholic [...]
Why was Joseph not at the cross of Jesus? Did Jesus appear to his mother after his resurrection or did others tell her of the event?
Why was Joseph not at Jesus’ crucifixion? The last biblical reference to Joseph, the adoptive father of Jesus, is found in Luke 2:41-52. In the account we learn that Jesus was twelve years old when [...]
How could God have resurrected Jesus if he did not work on the seventh day?
“By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work. And God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because [...]
When a person is possessed by Satan or by demons is the body of that person really taken over or is it only the evil influence from Satan or the demons that is especially high?
In ancient times, people believed that evil spirits (demons) were responsible for many physical (epilepsy, delirium) and most mental (schizophrenia, mania, depression, psychosis, etc.) disorders. A genetic inheritance or difficult circumstances may predispose some to [...]
Why did God let six million Jews (his own people) die during World War Two?
This is a very good question and requires some scriptural background in order to answer it adequately. God said to Abraham, “Through your offspring all peoples of the earth will be blessed.” This promise was given [...]
We read in Psalm 16:10, "You will not leave my soul in Hades nor allow your Holy One to see decay." Although Peter said that the quote is prophetic since the body of David decayed, could David have been talking about his future resurrection during Judgment Day?
In Acts 2:25-28, the Apostle Peter quotes Psalm 16:8-11 and then explains these verses in Acts 2:29-35. “Brothers, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is [...]
What does it mean: "Michael shall stand up" from Daniel 12:1, and also can you explain verses 1-3?
“And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a [...]
At our church the traditional service was changed to a contemporary one. How should a Christian feel about this situation and what should we do?
We are sorry that the desire to change the service was not first discussed with all the membership before any action was taken. We believe the entire congregation should have been informed that the elders [...]
Recently I made a consecration, followed by baptism. My husband professed verbally that he had made a consecration, but did not want to be baptized. Is his consecration valid? Is he part of the great crowd?
Our understanding of consecration and baptism may be a bit different from your understanding. We will state our view on what we believe each means.To consecrate one’s life to the Lord means that one has [...]
Where are we told in the Bible to confess our sins to God and not to a priest?
The concept of confession of sin to a priest is nowhere taught in either the Old or New Testaments. In fact, the New Testament teaches that all true believers are priests. 1 Peter 2:9-10 describes believers [...]
Was Adam red in color in order to get all the colors of humanity that we see today?
There is only one skin color: a brown pigment called melanin. All of humanity has basically the same skin color, just differing amounts of melanin. People with very little melanin have “white” skin. Those with [...]
Should Christians work in occupations such as police officers and security guards, where carrying a gun is a requirement?
Your question regarding whether Christians should be involved in the military or the police force where they are required to carry weapons is one that has been debated for many years by sincere Christians. When [...]
Is a child conceived out of wedlock able to go to heaven? Deuteronomy 23:2 implies that a child born of a forbidden union would not be able to enter into heaven.
Deuteronomy 23:2. “No one born of a forbidden marriage nor any of his descendants may enter the assembly of the LORD, even down to the tenth generation.”The phrase “the assembly of the LORD” referred to [...]
What do you think about the term "born again Christians"?
We believe the term “born again” (Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance #1080) is not necessarily a correct translation in every scripture. For example, in the context of John 3:1-13, verse 3, “born again” should be translated “begotten,” meaning [...]
Are we allowed as Christian to buy sage from a Wiccan store in order to bless a house?
First, we must say that a Christian really should not be frequenting a Wiccan store. Wicca is a pagan religion. Pagan religions worship or hold sacred the created, such as nature, the universe, and the [...]
How are we to respond to those who say, "There are five other people that have the same story as Jesus." How can we prove the authenticity of the Bible?
Regarding the authenticity of the Bible: The Bible was written in three different languages over a period of approximately 1500 years by more than 40 authors. Nonetheless, the Bible is unique in its unity of [...]
How do we know the Bible is the Word of God?
Regarding the authenticity of the Bible: The Bible was written in three different languages over a period of approximately 1,500 years by more than 40 authors. Nonetheless, the Bible is unique in its unity of theme (man's fall and [...]
Which English language version of the Bible is the most accurate translation?
Where the Old Testament is concerned, the Rotherham, the American Standard and the New American Standard versions are equally reliable and faithful renditions of the Hebrew text. Where the New Testament is concerned, however, the Rotherham version [...]
Was Jesus baptized into the holy spirit in John 1:33 or is John describing the same baptism into the body of Christ that 1 Corinthians 12:13 describes?
Thank you for your thoughtful question. The relevant Greek word in John 1:33 is "en," which is frequently rendered "in" but can also mean "with." Thus, we see disparity in the translations of this text. [...]
Is a true Christian leader worthy of leadership if he is arrested? Why would a true Christian leader be arrested?
We assume from your inquiry that you are referring to Christian leaders who have either been falsely accused of crimes or who have been in violation of the laws of the land in which they [...]