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Revelation 20:12-15, “And I saw the dead, the great and the small, standing before the throne, and books were opened; and another book was opened, which is the book of life; and the dead were judged from the things which were written in the books, according to their deeds.  And the sea gave up the … Continue reading “What is the meaning of Revelation 20:12 – 15?”

Marriage and divorce in the Bible The union of two people in marriage forms one body, which, like in nature, does not cease until death. “The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband be dead, she is at liberty to be married to whom she will; … Continue reading “What does the Bible teach about divorcing and then remarrying the same man?”

One of the most memorable miracles in the Bible was the deliverance of the nation of Israel when they crossed the Red Sea.  The Gulf of Aqaba is also called “The Red Sea.”  We read in 1 Kings 9:26 – “King Solomon also built a fleet of ships in Ezion-geber, which is near Eloth (Eilat), … Continue reading “What is the name of the Red Sea?”

The word "Hebrew" is of uncertain origin. Some scholars define it as meaning to traverse or pass over. There is evidence that the term was applied to long distance traders even before the word's first usage biblically in Genesis 14:13 ("Abram the Hebrew").  Other scholars believe Hebrew referred to Shem's son Eber (Genesis 10:21 (NLT), "Sons were also born to … Continue reading “If Abraham is a Hebrew, why is Jesus a Jew?”

Jesus is not God. Jesus is the Son of God. When the angel told Mary that she would bear Jesus, the angel explained that the child would be the Son of God. Luke 1:35 (NASB), "The angel answered and said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High … Continue reading “Is Jesus Really God? Please help me with scriptures.”

Matthew 5:14 is part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount delivered to the multitudes who were following Him. It is important to note that although Jesus was in front of a huge crowd, he was particularly speaking to his disciples. In the first and second verses it reads, “…and when he was set his disciples … Continue reading “The teaching in Matthew 5:14, "the city set on a hill," what does it mean?”

Shem is one the three sons of Noah as recorded in Genesis 5:32 and 6:10, “And Noah was five hundred years old: and Noah begat Shem, Ham, and Japheth.”  His name means “Name” or “Renown” (Fame).  Shem was probably the firstborn son of Noah since he is mentioned first. Additionally, the words "brother of Japheth … Continue reading “What is the full meaning of Shem, the son Noah?”

Unlike some of the other books of the Bible, the books of 1st and 2nd Kings do not name its author. Accounts such as Kings and Chronicles cover many centuries of history and are typically thought to have been recorded during the lifetime of each of the kings.  Jewish tradition credits Jeremiah as the primary … Continue reading “Who wrote the book of Kings, and what was its purpose?”

God’s plan is to give humanity an experience with sin and evil before granting them knowledge, prosperity or health. In His wisdom, He knows we need this. Would anyone give their child a car and turn him loose, without teaching him how to drive first?   (Isaiah 26:9 NASB, “…For when the earth experiences Thy … Continue reading “How can one experience divine knowledge, divine prosperity and divine health in his life time?”

“Against an Elder receive not an accusation, except at the mouth of two or three witnesses.” 1 Timothy 5:19 The Apostle in this statement recognizes two principles. (1) That an Elder has already been recognized by the congregation as possessing a good and noble character, and as being specially earnest for the Truth, and devoted to God. … Continue reading “Who or how does one correct a leader?”