No. Dead people are really dead. The vision that the woman medium saw and spoke with was not the prophet Samuel. It was a demon pretending to be Samuel. Remember, a few years earlier, Samuel had said to Saul, “The LORD has torn the kingdom of Israel from you today and has given it to … Continue reading “1 Samuel 28 verses 14 -19 records a medium bringing the spirit of the dead prophet Samuel to talk to King Saul. How can this happen? Are dead ancestors alive and watching us? (South Africa)”
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What is the meaning of Pentecost? Not the coming down of the Holy Spirit. (Australia)
The nation of Israel received the Law Covenant fifty days after the Passover in Egypt. Thus, historically, Pentecost (meaning 50) was very important. However, Pentecost in the New Testament is even more significant. At 30 years of age, Jesus became Christ (meaning Anointed) when He was anointed with the holy Spirit at His baptism. … Continue reading “What is the meaning of Pentecost? Not the coming down of the Holy Spirit. (Australia)”
Who are the 24 elders in Revelation 4:4? (United States)
Revelation is a book of symbols. For hundreds of years, God has hidden their symbolic meaning until it becomes time for them to be understood. To appreciate the book of Revelation, a good foundational understanding of the Old Testament is necessary. Romans 15:4 (CSB), “For whatever was written in the past was written for our … Continue reading “Who are the 24 elders in Revelation 4:4? (United States)”
Do our dead Ancestors have power to influence and hurt us? I'm being called to become a Sangoma (shaman), but I don't want to because I love Jesus. I'm afraid to stop cultural practices for them. When I was growing up, these ancestors caused strange sicknesses until people obeyed their wills. (South Africa)
Many today believe that the dead are not dead, but are really more alive than ever. They do not realize that they are believing the original lie taught by the Serpent, “that you will not die, but you will be like God” Genesis 3:4-5. Satan uses scriptural parables and dark sayings, taken out of context, … Continue reading “Do our dead Ancestors have power to influence and hurt us? I'm being called to become a Sangoma (shaman), but I don't want to because I love Jesus. I'm afraid to stop cultural practices for them. When I was growing up, these ancestors caused strange sicknesses until people obeyed their wills. (South Africa)”
I want to increase my spirituality. So what can I do? (India)
First, we need to examine our hearts. Have we completely given up our wills with all of our human hopes, desires, dreams, and ambitions to God? Have we consecrated our lives to do His will? “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable … Continue reading “I want to increase my spirituality. So what can I do? (India)”
In the Bible, Jacob stole by deception Esau's blessing. Why did God allow that? (Nigeria)
The birthright belonged naturally to the eldest son of a family. In the case of Isaac, the father of Jacob and Esau, it included not only personal possessions, but also the covenant blessing that God promised to Abraham (Genesis 12:3) and passed on to Isaac. The Abrahamic Covenant was to be transmitted to Isaac’s son. … Continue reading “In the Bible, Jacob stole by deception Esau's blessing. Why did God allow that? (Nigeria)”
Who was the Good Samaritan?
Jesus told us about the person we call the Good Samaritan in a parable. A parable is a fictional story meant to teach a lesson. In the 10th chapter of Luke, an expert in the Jewish Law wanted to test Jesus’ knowledge of the Scriptures. The expert asked Jesus what he had to do … Continue reading “Who was the Good Samaritan?”
How can I discover my spiritual gifts? (United States)
A person's self-discovery may be different from God's direction. We walk with God by praying for opportunities of service. If you are sincere and humble, the Lord will open your eyes to the needs of others. Daily, we will begin to see ways to aid others, both spiritually and naturally. Most of the time, we help in small ways. We offer a warm smile … Continue reading “How can I discover my spiritual gifts? (United States)”
What is the direction to heaven from earth? (Nepal)
The Bible does not specifically give this information. However, for the natural man, God has associated Himself with a northerly direction. Consider Psalm 75:6,7 , "Promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south, but God is the Judge. He putteth down one, and setteth up another." Following this reasoning, … Continue reading “What is the direction to heaven from earth? (Nepal)”
What are the heavenly places where Christians are now sitting? Those written about in Ephesians 2:6? (Nepal)
Ephesians 2:6, “And has raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus…” How can Christians in our present bodies sit in heavenly places with Jesus? Ultimately, we shall be resurrected in heaven and have all the heavenly things including full fellowship and communion with the Father and with … Continue reading “What are the heavenly places where Christians are now sitting? Those written about in Ephesians 2:6? (Nepal)”