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The word "Christ" first appears in the New Testament in Matthew 1:1 and appears over 500 times.  From the Greek "christos", the word means "anointed".  To Anoint something or someone means to consecrate or make sacred, or to dedicate to the service of God. “Christ” is the Greek equivalent for the Hebrew word “Messiah.”  Jesus was … Continue reading “What is the relationship or difference between Christ and Jesus?”

Mary certainly died. As the Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 15:22, “…in Adam all die…” Since Mary was part of the Adamic race, she did die. The last mention of her in the Bible does confirm that she continued as a believer with other Christians in the early church.   Acts 1:14, “These all continued … Continue reading “Did Mary the mother of Jesus die? And why do Catholics pray to and through Mary?”

Abraham’s bosom represents the Abrahamic covenant.  The reference to Abraham’s bosom or chest is found in Luke 16:22 as part of the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus.  The parable starts with the Rich Man clothed in purple and linen living in luxury.  The Rich Man represents the nation of Israel.  Lazarus represents the … Continue reading “What is Abraham's bosom?”

The name written on the forehead of the woman riding the scarlet colored beast did not represent a location nor did it refer to literal Babylon located in Iraq in ancient times.  Rather it was part of a title,  “MYSTERY: BABYLON THE GREAT, THE MOTHER OF HARLOTS AND ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH”. The title symbolically … Continue reading “Babylon is located in Iraq in Old Testament. In the New Testament, where is the "mystery, Babylon" in Revelation 17-5?”

“Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.” Matthew 7:7 There are several methods we may use to knock and seek. The first of these actions is prayer. Praying to God, we knock and seek answers to nagging questions and problems. Then we … Continue reading “How do you knock and seek in Matthew 7:7?”

The first chapter of Ezekiel describes a vision which Ezekiel received from the Lord. Your question references verse 26: “And above the firmament that was over their heads was the likeness of a throne, as the appearance of a sapphire stone: and upon the likeness of the throne was the likeness as the appearance of … Continue reading “In Ezekiel 1:1-28, Ezekiel describes what he says is God and that God has the appearance of a man (verse 26). God is not a man. Please explain.”

Back in Old Testament times, many men had multiple wives – every one of these marriages resulted in grief and heartache. Multiple wives were allowed by God, though He never recommended it.  God, also, gave the Israelites laws to reduce their problems when they chose to practice polygamy, though He did not forbid this practice. … Continue reading “Why were the kings in the Old Testament allowed to have many wives?”

We are living in a great time of trouble, which is frightening to many people.  It is difficult to reassure and encourage others when we ourselves need comforting.  For that comfort we turn to the scriptures.   “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and … Continue reading “How can we encourage others? Why do most people today not encourage others?”

“For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ” … Continue reading “What is spiritual warfare?”

On the last night of His earthly life, our Lord Jesus promised His disciples a Helper, Counselor, or Comforter, “even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me:  and ye also shall bear witness…”  John 15:26, 27 (KJV).  A major work of the Holy Spirit is the anointing of … Continue reading “What is the impact of the holy spirit on Christians?”