Sermons and Biblical Studies

The Bible teaches us how and why God's permission of evil all began. Beyond that the Bible teaches us there is hope: "The angel said to them, Fear not, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to ALL people." Luke 2:10  God's plan of recovery is based on His … Continue reading “Why is God letting evil things happen?”

This is a very positive question about our Lord's promised return. When Jesus returns, He 1) gathers his faithful saints and (2) restores earth and mankind to the peace and harmony that was in the Garden of Eden before Adam sinned.  In John 5:28, 29, Jesus said that there would be two resurrections: "Marvel not at this: … Continue reading “Will the coming of our Lord Jesus end wickedness?”

Jesus did not refer to himself as Jehovah. Various translators appear to support that thought; however, we believe that Jesus was the first direct creation of Jehovah, the only begotten son who took human form to ransom the word from sin and death. The translation of the name “Jesus” (or Joshua) signifies salvation, rescuer or … Continue reading “Did Jesus, ever say his name was Jehovah, in the bible, and what is his true name? Thank You”

The Scriptural citation referred to is from Matthew 19:3-9, “…’Is it lawful for a man to put away his wife for every cause?’ And he answered,…’Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female, And said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and … Continue reading “Could you please explain Matthew 19 respecting divorce? Since there is so much divorce today, are the divorced condemned by God?”

"Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, his body, of which he is the Savior." (Ephesians  5:22,23) When the Apostle Paul begins this part of his letter to the Ephesians, it may seem he is "putting … Continue reading “How should a wife submit to her husband as in Ephesians 5:22?”

The end times are what Daniel calls the “time of the end” in Daniel 12:4.  Here is Daniel 12:4 from the New Living Translation: “But you, Daniel, keep this prophecy a secret; seal up the book until the time of the end, when many will rush here and there, and knowledge will increase.” Daniel is … Continue reading “What are the end times?”

The scripture referred to in this question is Mark 13:32 (NASV) which states “But of that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but the Father alone.” At the time these words were uttered during Jesus’ first advent, Jesus did not know when he would be coming … Continue reading “Why does Jesus not know the time or the Hour GOD will send him to Rapture the Church?”

Several Scriptures provide guidelines as to the importance of studying God’s word and how to fellowship about it. 2 Timothy 2:15, "Study to show thyself approved unto God…rightly dividing the word of truth." When people have different understandings, it is always a good idea to prepare with personal study before discussing a matter. We should … Continue reading “Is it proper for people to be arguing the word of God in the Bible?”

We often ask ourselves because of certain characteristics or circumstances if someone we know, or maybe ourselves, will go to hell. Perhaps this question arises from the reading of Luke 16:19-31, the Parable of the rich man and Lazarus. A couple important points to understand are 1) that it is a parable and 2) the … Continue reading “Do rich people go to hell?”

 “All unrighteousness is sin,” 1 John 5:17. Every violation of the divine law is sin, so we can answer this question by looking at God’s laws on marriage.  The divine law blessed marriage between one man and one woman from the beginning and intended it to be permanent. God gave Adam one helper, not helpers. … Continue reading “Is polygamy a sin against God?”