Most books take us from beginning to end in an easy-to-understand order. But the Bible does not always follow an order that we are used to. Instead, it shows us history by telling us about the past, reports on what’s happening in our present day, and also tells the future – what events, blessings and … Continue reading “Why is the Bible so hard to read?”
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In Matthew 15 :24-30, Jesus said "it is not right to take the the children bread and toss it to the dog." Did Jesus insult the woman?
A Canaanite woman appealed to our Lord to heal her daughter. The child was possessed of a demon, an unclean spirit, and was suffering greatly. The mother cried to the Lord for help. But on this occasion, our Lord acted very differently from his custom. Although usually prompt to sympathize and to heal, Jesus paid … Continue reading “In Matthew 15 :24-30, Jesus said "it is not right to take the the children bread and toss it to the dog." Did Jesus insult the woman?”
Why does not God take away Satan's powers?
God can only choose the wisest and best plan for eternity. The principles of right and wrong (good and evil) will always exist. God created the angels and man with the freedom to choose between right and wrong. Angels were made to live in heaven. Adam and Eve were given a Paradise on Earth. God … Continue reading “Why does not God take away Satan's powers?”
Before you have GOD'S blessings, must you suffer first?
Ever since Adam’s disobedience in the Garden of Eden, man has suffered. The sentence of death involved the whole dying process including pain in childbirth, and heavy labor to provide food and life’s necessities. All people have experienced death and suffering. Even Jesus, God’s beloved son, endured suffering. If God in His infinite wisdom … Continue reading “Before you have GOD'S blessings, must you suffer first?”
Can you tell me about the two paths?
Actually, the Bible talks about three paths: the narrow way, the broadway, and the highway of holiness. The Narrow Way leads to immortality in heaven. “For the gate is small and the way is narrow that leads to life, and there are few who find it.” Matthew 7:14. This is the high calling to heaven. … Continue reading “Can you tell me about the two paths?”
Narrate the circumstances that made Jesus Christ assert that "those who take the sword die by the sword"?
The events leading up to Jesus’ declaration included the Last Supper; Jesus’ prophecy that Peter would deny Him; an explanation that things were now changing. Jesus declared, “‘But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don’t have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one… The disciples … Continue reading “Narrate the circumstances that made Jesus Christ assert that "those who take the sword die by the sword"?”
John the Baptist sent his disciples to ask Jesus if he was the Messiah or should he expect another one. Did he doubt Jesus was the Messiah or there is another hidden meaning?
Matthew 11:2-5, 7, 10-11 (NET) “2 Now when John heard in prison about the deeds Christ had done, he sent his disciples to ask a question: 3 ‘Are you the one who is to come, or should we look for another?’ 4 Jesus answered them, ‘Go tell John what you hear and see: 5 The … Continue reading “John the Baptist sent his disciples to ask Jesus if he was the Messiah or should he expect another one. Did he doubt Jesus was the Messiah or there is another hidden meaning?”
Is it bad to wear earrings?
1 Peter 3:3-4 (NIV), “Your beauty should not come from outward adornments, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.” These scriptures are … Continue reading “Is it bad to wear earrings?”
How important is church growth?
Church growth is not important. God is the one calling and developing the small, true church. Increasing church attendance will not increase the true church nor will it convert the world. Only Jesus and His bride will be able to convert the world during the resurrection. Then “all the nations you have made will come … Continue reading “How important is church growth?”
Explain the two anointed ones in Zechariah 4:14.
Zechariah 4:2-6, 11-14 (NIV), “‘What do you see?’ I answered, ‘I see a solid gold lampstand with a bowl at the top and seven lamps on it, with seven channels to the lamps. Also there are two olive trees by it, one on the right of the bowl and the other on its left.’ I … Continue reading “Explain the two anointed ones in Zechariah 4:14.”