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Spiritual Gifts – Are They For Christians Today? – Bible study

A querist asks, “Hello! I just engaged in a discussion with a Pentecostal couple who claim that 1 Corinthians 12:1-12, 1 Corinthians 12:27-31, and the whole of 1 Corinthians 14 teach that spiritual gifts such as tongues, healing, prophecy can still be manifested today among faithful Christians. Can you instruct me on the proper interpretation … Continue reading “Spiritual Gifts – Are They For Christians Today? – Bible study”

Saul’s Last Chance – “Rebellion Is As The Sin Of Witchcraft” – Bible study

“Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft.” Every young Bible student will more than likely know the story about Saul and God’s decree to utterly destroy the Amalekites (1 Samuel 15:1-23). The interplay between Samuel and Saul after the battle is indeed a very sad story, depicting the childish rationalization by Saul regarding his conduct … Continue reading “Saul’s Last Chance – “Rebellion Is As The Sin Of Witchcraft” – Bible study”

A Question Regarding The Word “Baptize” – Bible study

A querist asks, “Can you please explain the root meaning of the word ‘baptize’ as it is used in the New Testament?” The original meaning comes from the root form of the Greek word “bapto” which literally means “to immerse, dip.” Throughout religious history, various denominations have argued that the mode of baptism is of … Continue reading “A Question Regarding The Word “Baptize” – Bible study”

Church Discipline – A Question – Bible study

A querist asks, “If a person has been disfellowshiped, should the congregation who disfellowshiped him notify other (area) congregations concerning this action? I realize the autonomy of each congregation is involved and that they will make up their own minds concerning whether or not to extend fellowship to the individual, but should they be notified … Continue reading “Church Discipline – A Question – Bible study”