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How powerful is Satan and his fallen angels? What abilities do they have?

Jesus never focused on the power of Satan and his fallen angels. If this were an important issue, Jesus would certainly have warned us! We know Satan works to oppose us through our fallen flesh; the present, evil world; and maneuvering forces to hurt us. We also know, “Satan disguises himself as an angel of … Continue reading “How powerful is Satan and his fallen angels? What abilities do they have?”

Malachi 3:10, “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse,” does it apply to all Christians? To both Jews and gentiles?

Malachi 3:10 says, “‘Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house, and test Me now in this,’ says the LORD of hosts, ‘if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you a blessing until it overflows.’”​ The whole book of … Continue reading “Malachi 3:10, “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse,” does it apply to all Christians? To both Jews and gentiles?”

In Philippians 2:12, what is meant by "work out your salvation with fear and trembling?"

Philippians 2:12,13 reads: “Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.”​ We receive salvation by … Continue reading “In Philippians 2:12, what is meant by "work out your salvation with fear and trembling?"”

What things did God create on the fifth day?

The Darby Translation is the most accurate, word-for-word translation of these verses. First note that the word "creatures" is the Hebrew word, nephesh, (H5314), and it means soul. Genesis 1:20-23 (DBY), 20 And God said, Let the waters swarm with swarms of living souls, and let fowl fly above the earth in the expanse of the heavens. 21 … Continue reading “What things did God create on the fifth day?”

Where in the scriptures does it say anything about being able to forgive one's self?

The Bible teaches, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness…if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for … Continue reading “Where in the scriptures does it say anything about being able to forgive one's self?”

Out of the 3 friends of Job , which one had the better or more accurate expression of God's Truth?

The book of Job addresses the deep philosophical question of the human suffering and presents different perspectives on the issue of the permission of evil and vindication of God’s justice.​ A series of tragedies befall Job, and his three friends Eliphaz, Bildad and Zophar come to comfort him. Although they show compassion for Job’s pain and … Continue reading “Out of the 3 friends of Job , which one had the better or more accurate expression of God's Truth?”

Do you think it is possible to be a right relationship with God if you are not in a right relationship with your spouse? Why or why not?

It depends on what is wrong with the relationship. If the spouse is committing adultery or practicing a sinful behavior, then that person’s relationship with God is strained. God, Himself, does not depart from the person, because God has promised He will never leave a true Christian. Hebrews 13:5 (NKJV), “…He Himself has said, "I … Continue reading “Do you think it is possible to be a right relationship with God if you are not in a right relationship with your spouse? Why or why not?”

What happened between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 1:2?

“In the beginning was the Word” (John 1:1). The period before the "beginning" of Genesis 1:1 is unmeasurable. Time as we know it did not exist. However, God was active. He carried out his only direct creation — bringing into existence his only-begotten Son–the "Word"–elsewhere called “Wisdom” (John 1:1; Proverbs 8:12-31).​ “In the beginning [of … Continue reading “What happened between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 1:2?”

How can I understand the Bible when I read it?

There is a free booklet offered on the Bible FAQ App. A download of that booklet, "How to Study the Bible and Have It Make Sense," is available at the following link:  https://bibleresources.info/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/HOW-TO-STUDY-THE-BIBLE.pdf  It encourages “topical” Bible study as the most effective way to investigate and understand an entire topic.  Studying topically by looking at Scriptures … Continue reading “How can I understand the Bible when I read it?”