Biblia

What does Paul mean by “that I may know him and the power of His resurrection,” Philippians 3:10? (Sierra Leone)

There is a special fellowship established between God, Jesus, and true Christians. Jesus says it is very difficult to get to know the Lord. Difficult? Yes. God is so high and we are so low, it is difficult to get well acquainted. How do we do this? This develops as we grow in grace, in … Continue reading “What does Paul mean by “that I may know him and the power of His resurrection,” Philippians 3:10? (Sierra Leone)”

What scriptures of the Old Testament tell us that a Savior will be born? (United States)

A building has an architect. Then he employs a master workman to actually build the structure. Even though the architect does not lift a hammer in the construction process, people the credit the structure as belonging to the architect. No one even knows the name of the chief builder.  In the Bible, God is the … Continue reading “What scriptures of the Old Testament tell us that a Savior will be born? (United States)”

Is Star of David a satanic symbol? (Canada)

The six-pointed star is a very ancient symbol that is found in ancient cultures all around the world. It does appear in pagan cultures and pagan religious practices. However, there is no historical evidence that this ‘Star of David’ has ever been directly incorporated into Satanic ritual practice. It is the five-pointed star that is used in … Continue reading “Is Star of David a satanic symbol? (Canada)”

Kindly explain Psalm 149:1-9. Thank-you very much, amen. (United States)

We will focus on the latter half of Psalm 149. Verse one explains that this Psalm is about the saints or godly ones. Psalm 149:1 (NASB95), “Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song his praise in the assembly of the godly!” [Revelation 14:3 identifies the new song as one only the saints … Continue reading “Kindly explain Psalm 149:1-9. Thank-you very much, amen. (United States)”

In Romans 9:10-13, the Bible says that God chose Jacob over Esau when they had not been born. And God also said that the older will be slave to the younger. God honored Jacob over Esau. Is this like saying, "all human beings are created equal, but some are more equal than others." (Liberia)

Isaiah 46:9-10 (NKJV), 9 "Remember the former things of old, For I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me, 10 Declaring the end from the beginning, And from ancient times things that are not yet done, Saying, 'My counsel shall stand, And I will do all … Continue reading “In Romans 9:10-13, the Bible says that God chose Jacob over Esau when they had not been born. And God also said that the older will be slave to the younger. God honored Jacob over Esau. Is this like saying, "all human beings are created equal, but some are more equal than others." (Liberia)”

Why is the genealogy in the Bible important to the story and the big picture of the Bible? (United States)

There are many reasons Biblical genealogy is important.  First, why does anyone study genealogy? It gives the family history. In the case of the Bible it would be the history of humankind. Who were our first parents? How long ago did they live? What experiences did they have?  Who were their children? God “has made … Continue reading “Why is the genealogy in the Bible important to the story and the big picture of the Bible? (United States)”

If I had been a faithful christian and understood the whole truth but continued doing evil will I be given second chance in the final judgement for the rest of mankind? (Eswatini)

A person cannot be both faithful and continue to practice evil. Romans 6:16 (NLT), “Don’t you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living.” We are still living … Continue reading “If I had been a faithful christian and understood the whole truth but continued doing evil will I be given second chance in the final judgement for the rest of mankind? (Eswatini)”

If a person consecrates and attempts the narrow path to heaven as a new creature rather than the wide path/highway to live in "heaven on earth" , then later realizes he is as human and sinful as the next person and decides to change his goal, will that person enter second death? And if so, where is the grace in that? (United States)

Our decision to follow in Jesus's footsteps is a very serious one. That's why Jesus said to count the cost. Luke14:27-30, 33 (NKJV), 27 "And whoever does not bear his cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple. 28 "For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and … Continue reading “If a person consecrates and attempts the narrow path to heaven as a new creature rather than the wide path/highway to live in "heaven on earth" , then later realizes he is as human and sinful as the next person and decides to change his goal, will that person enter second death? And if so, where is the grace in that? (United States)”