Genesis records that Adam had only one wife, Eve. Some confuse the two accounts of the creation of man (Genesis 1 and Genesis 2) as different creations of different people. However, Genesis 1 simply gives a general overview of man’s creation. Genesis 2 offers a detailed account of the creation of Adam and then of … Continue reading “Did Adam have more than one wife?”
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What is the blood moon of Acts 2:20 and Revelation 6:12?
Consider the context of “the moon became as blood.” Revelation 6:12 (NIV), “I watched as he opened the sixth seal. There was a great earthquake. The sun turned black like sackcloth made of goat hair, the whole moon turned blood red.” Removing the sixth seal symbolizes the opening and comprehending of hidden biblical truths. "THE … Continue reading “What is the blood moon of Acts 2:20 and Revelation 6:12?”
Where is Jesus now physically or spiritually? What scriptures support this?
This can be a confusing subject as is evident from the following scriptures: John 14:2-3 “In my Father's house are many mansions…I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may … Continue reading “Where is Jesus now physically or spiritually? What scriptures support this?”
In the Tabernacle in the wilderness and in other scriptures, God uses "fives" many times. Why five?
The Tabernacle is instrumental in opening our understanding of God’s plan of redemption. The sacrifices as well as the construction of the “building” and even all it contained picture some aspect of the salvation to be provided. Exodus 25:8,9 “And let them construct a sanctuary for me, that I may dwell among them. According to … Continue reading “In the Tabernacle in the wilderness and in other scriptures, God uses "fives" many times. Why five?”
When did the star appear, which the Magi followed, in relation to the birth of Christ? For how long did they travel and how did they know what the star signified?
There is an excellent, science-based article on the star of Bethlehem in the journal, Beauties of the Truth. Please follow the link www.beautiesofthetruth.org and go to the November 2011 issue. The article entitled What Did the Magi See? will explain this wonderful event.
What is the importance of the miracles that were performed in the book of Mark?
In the book of Mark, Jesus performed many miracles. Two important categories are awakening from death (5:35-43), and healing of people possessed by unclean spirits (1:23-26; 1:32-34; 5:1-20; 9:25-29). The New Testament describes Jesus awakening three people, and these are detailed by the evangelists (Mark 5: 35-41, Luke 7: 11-19, Matthew 9: 23- 26, John … Continue reading “What is the importance of the miracles that were performed in the book of Mark?”
1 Peter 4:12-14. Why does Peter say that they shouldn't be surprised at their suffering?
"Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the … Continue reading “1 Peter 4:12-14. Why does Peter say that they shouldn't be surprised at their suffering?”
Please show me in the Bible where the Old Testament saints were before the resurrection of Christ? What is the place called? What is the difference between Sheol, Hades, and Hell.
The word “hell” in the Bible is translated from four words: Sheol, Hades, Gehenna and Geber. “Sheol” (Strong’s H7585) means grave, hell, the abyss. “Hades” (Strong’s G86) references the underground, the world of the dead, grave, death. “Gehenna” (Strong’s G1067) is the place where garbage was burned outside of Jerusalem and means total destruction; while … Continue reading “Please show me in the Bible where the Old Testament saints were before the resurrection of Christ? What is the place called? What is the difference between Sheol, Hades, and Hell.”
Is taking drugs a form of Satanic worship?
Some drugs are hallucinogenic. They disrupt the brain's normal, healthy operations and make people see, hear, and smell hallucinations. This is very dangerous. Some people have experienced psychotic breaks due to taking those drugs. Also, since this drugs misrepresent reality, they are distorting God’s world. God created reality. The physical world as interpreted by our … Continue reading “Is taking drugs a form of Satanic worship?”
Please explain Ephesians 1 verse 4, ".. he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him."
Ephesians 1:4-6, “…even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has … Continue reading “Please explain Ephesians 1 verse 4, ".. he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him."”