When Jesus was with God prior to becoming a human being, He was the Logos or “Word.” He was a perfect spirit being, but not immortal, or of the divine nature. He was the first and only begotten son of God (John 3:16 KJV). The Apostle Paul explains in 1 Corinthians 15, that there are spirit beings … Continue reading “Before Jesus was born on Earth, he was fully spirit with God. After his resurrection, Jesus has an immortal body. Question, can Jesus ever be only spirit like before his incarnation?”
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How can one differentiate between Angels of light and darkness? What are their characteristics?
The word "angel" in the Bible is translated from the Hebrew word "malawk" in the Old Testament and the Greek word "angelos" in the New. Both words mean "messenger." These messengers could be in the form of human or spiritual beings. For example, both Malachi 3:1 and Matthew 11:10 refer to John the Baptist and … Continue reading “How can one differentiate between Angels of light and darkness? What are their characteristics?”
How may I know and be sure that I am praying in the spirit and in the will of God?
“With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all the saints,” Ephesians 6:18. To pray in the spirit is to pray in harmony with the power and doctrines of God, praying prayers that are in harmony … Continue reading “How may I know and be sure that I am praying in the spirit and in the will of God?”
I've lost my faith through the study of science. What can I do about this?
The Bible is God’s revealed Truth. It explains man’s purpose and man’s destiny; it explains our alienation from God and our restoration to His full fellowship through Christ Jesus. But God is the one and the same author of the book of nature, which was created through his wisdom (Proverbs 8:22-32). Any apparent conflict between … Continue reading “I've lost my faith through the study of science. What can I do about this?”
What is the meaning of life?
Jesus prayed, "And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent," John 17:3. The more we know the character of God and of Jesus; the closer we walk with them in intimate fellowship; the greater our understanding of God's word, the Bible; the … Continue reading “What is the meaning of life?”
Why did Jesus select only men to be his apostles?
Only men are to be leaders in the church. This is based on the following two scriptures. 1 Timothy 3:1,2, "This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the position of a bishop (overseer), he desires a good work. A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife…able to teach." 1 Corinthians … Continue reading “Why did Jesus select only men to be his apostles?”
How and when did the seed of the serpent strike the heel of the seed of the woman?
This question comes from Genesis 3, verse 15. Satan, the ‘anointed cherub that covereth’ was the guardian angel appointed to watch over our first parents (Ezekiel 28:13-17). We know that he lured Eve into eating the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. As a punishment, God pronounced that He would “put enmity (hostility) between you … Continue reading “How and when did the seed of the serpent strike the heel of the seed of the woman?”
How can a pastor's children enhance the pastoral ministry of their parents?
This question has a misplaced focus. Parents have children in order to bless them – not ourselves. We are to love and nurture them as well as to delight in their development. The Bible is full of admonitions to instruct our children in righteousness. "Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to … Continue reading “How can a pastor's children enhance the pastoral ministry of their parents?”
What is the tree of knowledge?
The Bible does not give us a description of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. However, we do believe it was a literal tree with literal fruit which looked appealing. Genesis 3:6 (NIV), "the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom…" … Continue reading “What is the tree of knowledge?”
Do gays and lesbians get a life with God as they are?
Practicing homosexuality is forbidden in the Bible. (Leviticus 20:13) Our hearts go out to those struggling with these feelings. Those dear ones will need to lead a celibate life. (Please recognize: many heterosexuals are also celibate. Celibacy is practiced for a variety of different reasons.) However, all of us are sinners and Jesus died for … Continue reading “Do gays and lesbians get a life with God as they are?”