Matthew 28:19 Current scholarship shows that we were never asked to baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We were told to baptize in the name of Jesus – “my name.” There were many modifications of Christian doctrine and Biblical texts as the centuries rolled on. In 1902, Dr. Conybeare drew … Continue reading “Why are we told to baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit?”
How do dinosaurs fit into the word of God?
Dinosaurs fascinate us as they did the inspired writer of Genesis. In almost everyone’s imagination mentioning them spawns vivid images of these dread-inspiring beasts who once ruled earth. Dinosaurs belong to the fifth creative epoch (Genesis 1:20-23) and the original Hebrew employs awestruck language to describe them: "great monsters," "swarming sea creatures," and "winged creatures." … Continue reading “How do dinosaurs fit into the word of God?”
What is the difference between the coming of the Lord as viewed in 1 Thess. 4 and 2 Thess. 1?
When Paul wrote his first epistle to those at Thessalonica they evidently believed that the Lord would return while they were still living, in the very near future. His message to them in the fourth chapter was that those of Jesus’ followers who had died would not be reawakened immediately but would remain dead until … Continue reading “What is the difference between the coming of the Lord as viewed in 1 Thess. 4 and 2 Thess. 1?”
My children and wife have been hurt by the pastor. So I have prayed to God and asking him if there is a way I can start a praise and worship service with my family. Which would be the best way to do this?
Hurts and offences are never easy to deal with, and they become especially painful to us when they are directed (whether intentionally or not) at those we love. The fact that you and your family love going to church is a wonderful blessing! Each of you, no doubt, has some very special friends that you … Continue reading “My children and wife have been hurt by the pastor. So I have prayed to God and asking him if there is a way I can start a praise and worship service with my family. Which would be the best way to do this?”
What if You Are Married and Your Spouse is Not Doing the Will of God. For the Sake of the Marriage, Therefore, They are Not Getting the Blessing That They Should Get. Does God Keep Back the Blessings For Both Parties or Just the One Who is Not Doing What They Should?
The answer to your question really depends on what you mean when you say that a spouse is not “doing the will of God.” Do you mean that he or she is not behaving toward you in the marriage in the way that you understand Biblical counsel about marriage? Do you mean that the spouse … Continue reading “What if You Are Married and Your Spouse is Not Doing the Will of God. For the Sake of the Marriage, Therefore, They are Not Getting the Blessing That They Should Get. Does God Keep Back the Blessings For Both Parties or Just the One Who is Not Doing What They Should?”
Why and how was Jesus taken to be tempted by the devil?
According to the gospel accounts, the Holy Spirit of God descended on Jesus at his baptism. It seems reasonable that under the guidance and inspiration of the Holy Spirit he required time away from distractions for study and meditation. He was preparing to ready his heart, mind and body for the work his Heavenly Father … Continue reading “Why and how was Jesus taken to be tempted by the devil?”
How do we understand 1 Peter 4:8 – And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins
1 Peter 4:8 is a lovely scripture. Not knowing exactly what you have in mind the scriptures give us the principles. Then we need to learn to apply them in each situation. 1 Peter 4:8 reads, “And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.” Love is … Continue reading “How do we understand 1 Peter 4:8 – And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins”
How do we know that we are saved by Grace of Jesus Christ?
We know that we are saved by Grace of Jesus Christ because the following Bible verses tell us so, and we believe the Bible to be the inspired Word of God: Eph 2:8-9 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, … Continue reading “How do we know that we are saved by Grace of Jesus Christ?”
We know that God destroyed the earth with water because of wicked ways of man. And the reason why man was wicked was because of Satan….. So how come God did not destroy Satan when he destroyed the earth with water…?
We all long for the time when Satan and all evil will be destroyed. We know his destruction is coming; you mentioned the "lake of fire," also known as the "second death," in Revelation 20:14. This will be the end of Satan and all who will follow him at the close of the 1000-year reign … Continue reading “We know that God destroyed the earth with water because of wicked ways of man. And the reason why man was wicked was because of Satan….. So how come God did not destroy Satan when he destroyed the earth with water…?”
I want to know the real name of Almighty God.
When we give ourselves to God, the Creator of everything and come into His son Jesus Christ, we become sons of God. Then to us, the Almighty’s name is Abba, or Daddy or Father as Jesus taught us to pray. YHWH / YAHWEH / JEHOVAH:“LORD” (Deuteronomy 6:4;Daniel 9:14) – strictly speaking, the only proper name … Continue reading “I want to know the real name of Almighty God.”