Biblia

Can Christians celebrate Christmas and give gifts to family and friends?

In our day, Christmas is largely a secular and commercial event. However, to some, it means a joyful celebration of the birth of Jesus. And just as the “wise men from the east” brought gifts to honor the Babe’s birth, so we celebrate with gifts to our loved ones. Matthew 2:11, "And when they were … Continue reading “Can Christians celebrate Christmas and give gifts to family and friends?”

Is God going to fight the Armageddon and the Hamongog wars?

Summary: Yes, God, as represented by Christ, ends the present evil world (Galatians 1:4) in the Armageddon battle.  Discussion: Gog is the enemy of God. Ezekiel 38:3, 18, 20-23 (ESV), “and say, Thus says the Lord GOD: Behold, I am against you, O Gog…on that day, the day that Gog shall come against the land … Continue reading “Is God going to fight the Armageddon and the Hamongog wars?”

What does the Bible say about Christmas? (Philippines)

Short Answer: The Bible does not teach us to celebrate Jesus’ birth. However, it is always permissible to rejoice in different aspects of our Lord’s life. Discussion: Jesus never told His disciples to celebrate His birth. So, how did this celebration start? December 25 became the traditional date of Christmas when it replaced the pagan … Continue reading “What does the Bible say about Christmas? (Philippines)”

Can a Christian lady marry a Muslim man? (Qatar)

No. When a Christian and a non-Christian marry, that couple is considered unequally yoked. 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 (NIV) “do not be yoked together with unbelievers”.  Deuteronomy 22:10 tells us, “do not plow with an ox and a donkey yoked together”.  A yoke is a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals … Continue reading “Can a Christian lady marry a Muslim man? (Qatar)”

What is the true religion? Are the religions of Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, etc. wrong? (Philippines)

The true religion will reflect the true God. What is God like? Consider how God’s natural creation demonstrates His attributes. Romans 1:20 (NIV), “For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities–his eternal power and divine nature–have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made…” Briefly, creation reflects great power and wisdom. … Continue reading “What is the true religion? Are the religions of Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, etc. wrong? (Philippines)”

What is the different between LORD and God? (Nigeria)

In most Bible translations, the word “LORD” in all capital letters is the Hebrew word typically rendered “Jehovah”. Directly transliterated it is “YHVH” without vowels. A few Bibles do translate YHVH as “Jehovah” rather than “LORD”, but this is not typical.  Jehovah is the biblical name of the Almighty God. It means “the Self-existent One,” … Continue reading “What is the different between LORD and God? (Nigeria)”

Does God hate false accusations? What will be the reward of those accusers? (Ghana)

Sadly, false accusations are part of mankind’s sin-sickness. But take heart, people also falsely accused our Lord. They said Jesus was demon-possessed. Mark 3:22 (NIV),  “And the teachers of the law who came down from Jerusalem said, ‘He (Jesus) is possessed by Beelzebul! By the prince of demons he is driving out demons.”  Jesus was … Continue reading “Does God hate false accusations? What will be the reward of those accusers? (Ghana)”

Why did Jesus say in John 5:30, "By myself I can do nothing"? Jesus is God. Then why did he talk like that? (India)

There is only one Almighty God. Isaiah 46:9, “I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me.” Jesus never said He was God. He always said He was the Son of God. He taught “my Father is greater than I,” John 14:28. Jesus submits Himself to God. … Continue reading “Why did Jesus say in John 5:30, "By myself I can do nothing"? Jesus is God. Then why did he talk like that? (India)”