There is nothing in the Bible that says a person should not eat meat on Friday's during Lent or the rest of the year. It is a man-made rule established by the Roman Catholic Church under what is called canon or religious law. The 1983 Code of Canon Law #1251 refers to not eating meat … Continue reading “Where does it state in the Bible that you cannot eat meat on Fridays during Lent or is this a man-made rule?”
If someone is sentenced to hell in the hereafter, what do you think will be the real pain or punishment that one will experience, since we then, will not have a physical body but will have a spiritual existence?
The Bible indicates there is no real pain or punishment that one will experience “in hell” because the person does not exist. It is similar to what we experience when we are asleep. The question makes a couple assumptions that address several different aspects of hell, so let’s go through each one and then go … Continue reading “If someone is sentenced to hell in the hereafter, what do you think will be the real pain or punishment that one will experience, since we then, will not have a physical body but will have a spiritual existence?”
How old was Timothy when he was ordained by Paul?
Tradition has it that Timothy was about sixteen years old when he and his mother were converted to Christianity. Presumably, this occurred during the Apostle Paul's visit to their home at Lystra. Paul had a close bond with Timothy as Paul addressed him as "my son Timothy." (1 Cor 4:17; 1 Tim 1:18; 2 Tim … Continue reading “How old was Timothy when he was ordained by Paul?”
It says Jesus soul was in hell for 3 days. How can that be? I thought the unrighteous go there. Is hell our grave? Is that where we go when we die?
The subject of the teaching of Hell in the Bible is rather lengthy and more than we could adequately cover in a few paragraphs here. I would therefore suggest that you look at the opening screen of our Bible Resources app and select Video Sermons. Scroll down to the one entitled “The Truth About HELL” … Continue reading “It says Jesus soul was in hell for 3 days. How can that be? I thought the unrighteous go there. Is hell our grave? Is that where we go when we die?”
Who built the pyramids?
The ancient Egyptians built the pyramids. The age of the pyramids reached its zenith at Giza in 2575–2150 BC. Among the pyramids one alone testifies to a knowledge superior to that of any other monument of ancient Egypt. This monument is the Great Pyramid. The knowledge displayed in the design of the Great Pyramid surpasses the capability of anyone … Continue reading “Who built the pyramids?”
What does the Bible say about owning gold and silver?
God and silver in the Bible represent riches. This is what Jesus recommended to his followers in regards to accumulating earthly riches: Mat_6:19-20, "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth … Continue reading “What does the Bible say about owning gold and silver?”
We know that this world is under the rulership of Satan. Why has the Devil allowed us to preach the word of God if it will go against him?
Satan has not allowed us to preach the Word of God. In other words, we do not have to obtain Satan’s permission to preach. God has put a hedge around all His children and it is God who allows or gives out permission to preach the Truth. Because Satan cannot stop the Word of God … Continue reading “We know that this world is under the rulership of Satan. Why has the Devil allowed us to preach the word of God if it will go against him?”
Can a pastor look at porn? My opinion is he should not but my husband tends to disagree. What is your take on this?
Pornography is designed to stimulate sexual feelings. Viewing pornography is part of a cycle of thinking, feeling, and acting which is used to distract and comfort people. When some men (or women) experience emotional pain like emptiness, stress, anxiety, loneliness, boredom, grief, depression, etc., they turn to pornography to alleviate their distress. When they see … Continue reading “Can a pastor look at porn? My opinion is he should not but my husband tends to disagree. What is your take on this?”
Where does it say not to cremate?
No where in the Bible does it say that a dead body cannot be cremated. Though the typical way of caring for dead bodies in the Bible was by burial or placing in a tomb, there are no scriptures that tell us we cannot cremate, or burn, dead bodies. What the Bible does tell us … Continue reading “Where does it say not to cremate?”
What religious denomination is your ministry associated with if any?
Religious denominations have central governing bodies, organizational religious creeds, and membership rolls. We have none of those characteristics. We call ourselves Bible Students because we study the Bible. Additionally, we usually preface the name with our locality. For instance, I attend the Chicago Bible Students meetings. We try to hold as closely to the organizational … Continue reading “What religious denomination is your ministry associated with if any?”