God is a god of justice and order. In Titus 3:1 (NLT), Paul teaches believers “to submit to the government and its officers. They should be obedient, always ready to do what is good.” We should even pray “for kings and all those in authority,” 1 Timothy 2:2 (NIV). Why? Paul explains this in the … Continue reading “Can a Christian become a police officer?”
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Was the devil cast out of heaven before creation?
Summary: The Devil, Lucifer, was cast out after he sinned in the Garden of Eden. Explanation: “Take up a lament concerning the king of Tyre and say to him: ‘This is what the Sovereign LORD says: “ ‘You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. You were in Eden, the garden … Continue reading “Was the devil cast out of heaven before creation?”
As a Christian, is it possible to live a life without sin? If yes how?
No, it is not possible. Even after we become Christians, we will continue to live in our fallen flesh. Apostle Paul wrote to believers in Galatia saying, “the flesh desires what is against the Spirit, and the Spirit desires what is against the flesh; these are opposed to each other, so that you don’t do … Continue reading “As a Christian, is it possible to live a life without sin? If yes how?”
What is the meaning of Jehovah-nissi?
Jehovah-Nissi is a compound of Strong’s words H3068 and H5251. It is defined as “Jehovah (is) my banner.” The word only occurs once in the Bible in the story of Israel winning in battle over the Amalekites. Exodus 17:8-16 (NASB), “Then Amalek came and fought against Israel at Rephidim. So Moses said to Joshua, “Choose … Continue reading “What is the meaning of Jehovah-nissi?”
What is the Greek word for the English word iniquity, and what does it mean?
The Greek word for iniquity is ἀνομία, “anomia,” Strong’s word G459. It means “without law or lawlessness”. Apostle John shows how iniquity (lawlessness) is connected to sin. 1 John 3:4 (CSB), “Everyone who commits sin practices lawlessness (iniquity); and sin is lawlessness (iniquity).” Jesus explained what God’s law is in Matthew 22:37-40, “Jesus said to … Continue reading “What is the Greek word for the English word iniquity, and what does it mean?”
Is there a difference between being a child of God and a servant of God?
A servant of God is part of God’s household and he works to serve his master. The nation of Israel were considered servants of God. Hebrews 3:5, “Moses was faithful as a servant in all God’s household.” God gave the Law to Israel to teach them their need for a savior. Galatians 3:24 (NIV), “So … Continue reading “Is there a difference between being a child of God and a servant of God?”
Is the Holy Spirit a force of God or a Person with purpose?
The holy spirit is God’s great power which He uses to accomplish His purposes. In the Old Testament, God used his power to create the world and all the living plants and animals. “And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters,” Genesis 1:2. God also used it to perform miracles for … Continue reading “Is the Holy Spirit a force of God or a Person with purpose?”
What is the power, the impact and the growth of that Holy Spirit?
The major work of God’s holy spirit right now is the development of the church class (also called the bride of Christ). This is a tremendous work. God is taking natural, sinful people and through His mighty power and our obedience to His will is changing us into the character image Jesus. It would be … Continue reading “What is the power, the impact and the growth of that Holy Spirit?”
The breath of man and beast are the same. But in Ecclesiastes 3:21, why does one go upward and another go downward to the earth?
“For the fate of the sons of men and the fate of beasts is the same. As one dies so dies the other; indeed, they all have the same breath and there is no advantage for man over beast, for all is vanity. All go to the same place (the grave). All came from the … Continue reading “The breath of man and beast are the same. But in Ecclesiastes 3:21, why does one go upward and another go downward to the earth?”
In Titus 2:5, the Bible teaches that wives should obey their husbands. But how or why should a woman obey when her husband is not acting like a good Christian spouse and father?
1 Peter 3:1-2 (NASB), “In the same way, you wives, be submissive to your own husbands so that even if any of them are disobedient to the word, they may be won without a word by the behavior of their wives, as they observe your chaste and respectful behavior.” Submissive is Strong’s Greek word #5293 … Continue reading “In Titus 2:5, the Bible teaches that wives should obey their husbands. But how or why should a woman obey when her husband is not acting like a good Christian spouse and father?”