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Jesus’ character and the way he lived his life is filled with good examples of ways we can copy him!  He loved his enemies. Luke (22:50-51) records that when the Apostle Peter cut off the ear of the soldier who came to arrest Jesus, Jesus  healed him. Loving and forgiving our enemies is very hard … Continue reading “How can we be more like Jesus? (Part 1)”

Summary: To receive a heavenly resurrection, a person must accept Christ as his Savior, deny his own will to obey God’s will, and be faithful to the heavenly calling. Discussion: The Old Testament offered a promise of earthly, eternal life to anyone who could perfectly keep the Law. Leviticus 18:5 (CSB), “Keep my statutes and … Continue reading “Who will enter Heaven according to the Bible? (Ghana)”

Jesus’ character and the way he lived his life is filled with good examples of ways we can copy him!  He had a peaceful nature. John (14:27 NIV) records him saying, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you…Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” He studied and … Continue reading “How can we be more like Jesus (Part 2)”

The phrase, “son of God”, demonstrates the special relationship between parent and child. It indicates closeness, favor, protection, guidance, and love.  In Luke 3:38, Mary’s genealogy records that Adam was a “son of God.” Adam was created perfect in God’s image and likeness. (See Genesis 1:27, Deuteronomy 32:4), and God was his heavenly Father. The … Continue reading “Who is called the son of God in the gospel? (India)”

Isaiah 28:14 pronounces judgment against the rulers in Jerusalem. This judgment would apply to any who embrace the doctrine of hell. In Verse 15 the rulers reply that they have an agreement or compact with death and hell (sheol see Hell, Death/Grave for an explanation of the truth on Hell). Clergy scare and control their … Continue reading “Can you explain Isaiah 28 verses 16, 17, and 18 in depth for me please? (United States)”

All animals, including pets, are souls. The Hebrew word for soul is נֶפֶשׁ or “nephesh”. Nephesh is translated in many different ways by most Bible translators. These differences hide the original meaning of the Hebrew text. However, the Rotherham Bible is an especially accurate, word-for-word translation. Consider Rotherham’s translation of Genesis 1:20-25,   “And God … Continue reading “Please can you tell me if the Bible says our pets have souls? (Australia)”

The book of Colossians was written by the apostle Paul to the church at Colossae, a city in Asia Minor.  After his greeting (verses 1-2) Paul expresses his thanks to God for them and encourages them in their dedication, service, and love in the spirit. (v. 3-8). He assures them of his prayers for them … Continue reading “Explain Colossians (Kolosever) 1st chapter. (India)”

Many think if a person believes in Jesus and lives a righteous life, that is enough. Not so. Jesus said, “Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.” Mark 8:34. We deny our own wills, bear opposition, and follow Jesus’s example. The relationship is based on … Continue reading “What can I do to have an effective relationship with Jesus Christ? (Sierra Leone)”

Revelation 17:1, 5-6, 15-18 (ESV), “… Come, I will show you the judgment of the great prostitute who is seated on many waters, … 5 And on her forehead was written a name of mystery: ‘Babylon the great, mother of prostitutes and of earth’s abominations.’ 6 And I saw the woman, drunk with the blood … Continue reading “In Revelation 17, explain the Harlot, her nakedness and her death. (Egypt)”

Many churches seem to focus on tithing, attendance numbers, beautiful buildings. Of course, we all know those things do not bring us closer to God. We need to feed on God’s word and then apply those truths to our lives.  In our non-demoninational group, we never tithe nor ask for donations. We don’t own a … Continue reading “Why do we need to go to church when all the people there are hypocrites? (United States)”