Sermons and Biblical Studies

This is stated a number of times in 1 Samuel; the first is 1 Samuel 16:14 “But the Spirit of the LORD departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the LORD troubled him”. I believe the thought here is that when God is with you, you will be seen as having a good spirit, … Continue reading “ln the book of 1 Samuel, Saul was sent an evil spirit from God. Please explain this anomaly.”

1 Corinthians 13:9, 10, “For we know in part, and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away.” The word perfect has the thought of complete or mature in the Greek language. So, what things become complete or mature? One thing … Continue reading “What is the meaning of – perfect – in 1 Corinthians 13:10?”

Thinking about your question on where are the dead, makes me think of the scripture in Ecclesiastes 9:10, “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no activity or planning or knowledge or wisdom in the grave (Hebrew “Sheol”) where you are going.” When Jesus spoke of death, … Continue reading “Where are the dead and explain the meaning of soul with scriptural references.”

Perhaps the Parable of the Prodigal Son gives us some insight into this question. The younger son asked his father, ‘Father, give me the share of the estate that falls to me.’  And he divided his wealth between them.  “The younger son gathered everything together and went on a journey into a distant country.”  Luke … Continue reading “How should parents deal with an estranged adult child?”

We all need God's blessings so badly! God often does not answer prayers according to our timeline, or exactly in the way we are expecting. This doesn't mean He doesn't hear us or love us. He says, "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my … Continue reading “I am trying to repent with all my heart and change my life and walk away from the things that cause me to sin. Why is not God listening to my prayer?”

Use of the phrase "God's children" could refer to several different groups; for instance, all of mankind, the nation of Israel, all those who consider themselves Christian, and the little flock of people who have followed Jesus in dedicating their lives in sacrifice to God (Romans 12:1). The world of mankind is living out the … Continue reading “Why God is allowing His children to be humiliated and persecuted?”

The short answer to this question is "yes".  God did send his son to die– Galatians 4: 4-5, “But when the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law, so that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption … Continue reading “Did God send his son, Jesus to die, or did Jesus volunteer to die?”

(I admit that I have no firsthand experience with terrorism.) The second part of the question reads, “can Christians carry weapons to defend ourselves?” Christians carrying weapons is an individual’s own decision. Is it a sin for a Christian to own a weapon? No. But should we be relying on that weapon to protect us? … Continue reading “How can will stop the terrorists from killing Christians every day or can Christians carry weapons to defend ourselves?”

Let's define terms. We presume that "heaven: refers to God's abode, and "holy ghost" refers to God's holy spirit and influence working in our lives. In order to get to heaven (to live with God), one must be 'begotten' (or born again) of God's holy spirit. John 3:3, “Jesus replied, ‘Very truly I tell you, … Continue reading “Can you go to heaven without the holy ghost?”

The account of the deluge in the Genesis is the echoed in the memory of all of mankind in Asia, Europe, and both North and South America.  But where is the Ark? In answer, one of the great scholars of ancient near-eastern texts who translated many of the original clay tablets recording the parallel account … Continue reading “In the present world, where is the ark of Noah?”