Joseph's father Jacob (who, like Joseph, died in Egypt) had also before his death made Joseph swear (Genesis 49:28-33) that Joseph would not bury him in...
That is a very good question because the bible seems to be full of contradictions. Many times when we see contradictions we seem to see them between the old...
Joseph instructed the Israelites to take away his bones from Egypt (Hebrews 11:22) Exodus 13:19
Hebrews 11:22
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Recently I was in a chat room belonging to an internet church. I got tarred and feathered because I smoke cigarettes. The administrator would not have a...
On the subject of Christian love not delighting in evil, but rejoicing in the truth, C. S. Lewis, in the chapter on forgiveness -- and, specifically, on the...
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What does it mean that love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth?
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The Christian life is Christ lived out through us. That may be different for each of His children. Once we have accepted the free gift of salvation by grace,...
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Is it acceptable to repeatedly pray for the same thing?
I agree that faith in Christ -- purely by the grace (undeserved mercy) of God -- grants Christians eternal life, and saves them from the eternal effects of...
As far as I am aware, there was only one individual mentioned in the Bible named Abishur (1 Chronicles 2:28-29). He was of the tribe of Judah (the same tribe...
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The Charismatic Movement began with the apostles of Jesus Christ on the day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit baptized them and they spoke in other tongues...
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Michael, Can you comment on whether or not dolls, stuffed animals, toy soldiers, angel statues, and other forms of living things are idols? Thou shalt not...
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I think the Bible is only referring to objects of worship, not toys. People create images of things they believe have supernatural powers. This is...
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I agree with you when you say its not true that believers are not to suffer any form of physical infirmity or cant be subject to life changing illnesses but...
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We should persevere to the end for rewards in heaven, but that has nothing to do with salvation by grace. Second Timothy 2:13 If we believe not, yet He...
The word for church in the Bible, means "the called out of the world". It is the Greek word ekklesia #1577 in Strong's Concordance.
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Jennifer, I believe the bible disagrees with what you say. God made a covenant with us when we believed the gospel of our salvation. We made no commitment to...
This is a sceptical question, (was it asked by an unbeliever perhaps? - may God open your eyes to see the truth as it is in Jesus!). It is comprehensively...
The great commission is to go into all the world and preach the gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4 That Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures,...
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Where does it say that God speaks most clearly to us in this day through the Bible? Rather than in times of meditative, listening prayer, as the early...
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Excellent exposition. Well written, thank you
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Until the death of our Lord Jesus Christ on the Cross spirit/soul of every one on one's death could go only to one location viz Hades. When by His death our...
What if they (parents) will not bless the marriage for the reason that they are unbelievers? Will we suffer consequences?
Genesis 2:24
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Has the Bible been corrupted, altered, edited, revised, or tampered with?
Was Jesus rich or wealthy? In a material sense, Jesus was poor and came from a poor family although not poverty stricken. There is no record indicating that...
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What do I need to do to hear, 'Well done, good and faithful servant' when I arrive in heaven?
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An "On Point and Bible-Strong answer! Kudos! and a Vote-Up! --Andy--
As Christians, we should be ever mindful to avoid being embroiled in the various trends of changing society, and should rightly distance ourselves and our...
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Tommy, there are time lines for all things in scripture. We know Christ will rule for a 1000 yrs, and we know according to Rev 21: 3, God will dwell with his...
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Can evil exist outside of personality? It seems that evil is related to persons- Satan initially and then Adam, Eve and the rest of us. Therefore it is...
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Has anyone ever seen God?
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Is God / the Bible sexist?
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What does it mean that love is not proud?
Did God create math? Did God create physics? Did God create the infinite universe with all the atoms? He must be a very intelligent guy. The universe was...
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How can I overcome doubt in my relationship with God?
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What did Jesus mean when He said 'Ask and you shall receive'?
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Hebrews 13:5 says; Let you manner of life be without covetousness, and be content with such things as ye have, for He hath said, I will never leave you or...
Answer: If we read the Bible at face value, without a preconceived bias for finding errors, we will find it to be a coherent, consistent, and relatively...
Wow! Jealousy is a problem for many. Growing up, I never felt a jealous thought towards anyone for any reason, but as an adult male I was blessed with...
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A very balanced view for which I thank you sincerely .I belong to the Universal Syriac Orthodox Church which is one among Oriental Orthodox Churches
I believe it means: no attack against your faith and integrity as a child of God can ever destroy you. Defend yourself against evil and trust in the Lord!
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I am wondering ~ is there an error in the explanation? I see [About the 6th hour is 6AM], then I see [the 6th hour is Noon]. Or is there a difference between...
In my opinion, when someone brings up contradictions in the bible. First, I would get as much information from that person to understand why he/she believes...
I would like to look at this question in a way as it applies to Eschatology. Hebrews 9:27, says it is appointed unto man once to die.So if that is a Divine...
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What does the Bible say about self-defense?
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As I read this more than a year later, it appears that God has had enough of our country’s direction and has begun steps to change it.
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Well, I have a question I ask people. Do you know where you are going when you die? Then I give them Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, and you and I...
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