Sermons and Biblical Studies

The context: Romans 3:1-5 (NIV) “What advantage, then, is there in being a Jew, or what value is there in circumcision? Much in every way! First of all, the Jews have been entrusted with the very words of God. What if some were unfaithful? Will their unfaithfulness nullify God’s faithfulness? Not at all! Let God … Continue reading “What does Romans 3 verse 4 mean, especially the part in bold words?”

Mary, the mother of Jesus, never became God and she never will be Him. So, who is God? God is the creator of the universe and His name is Jehovah, “That men may know that thou, whose name alone is JEHOVAH, art the most high over all the earth.” (Psalm 83:18) He is the highest … Continue reading “How did Jesus's mother Mary become God?”

Purpose of the Ark of the Covenant.  Exodus 25:22 “And there I will meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubims which are upon the ark of the testimony…” This is where Israel would come to sacrifice and enquire of the Lord (Judges 20:27). … Continue reading “Has the Ark of the Covenant been found?”

The 1260 days represented a 1260 year (a year for a day, Numbers 14:34) period from AD539 to AD1799 which led to the beginning of the Times of the End (Daniel 12). The 1260 years is the period of Papacy’s power. Papal domination kept the masses in ignorance, superstition and servility. The 1260 year period … Continue reading “What are the 1260 days in Revelation 11 verse 3, and 12 verse 6?”

God does not show favoritism. “…God shows no partiality. But in every nation, anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him..” Acts 10:34, 35 (ESV). They likewise teach us to be the same in our dealings with others (Proverbs 24:23; 28:21).   God desires that all men would come to … Continue reading “Since God is sovereign, then whatever happens in this universe is under HIS control and knowledge. So, does God decide who does or does not get saved?”

God does not really need us as He is self-sufficient, complete, almighty and perfect. Complete perfection could be likened to a circle, having no beginning and no end. Therefore, a perfect being like God does not need anything or anyone. On the other hand, human beings are God's creation and He created us in His … Continue reading “Why does God need us ?”

The Ark of the Covenant or "Ark of the Testimony" was the only article of furniture in the Most Holy. (Hebrews 9:2-4) The word testimony suggests that it illustrated Jehovah's plan. It represented the eternal purpose of God–his foreordained arrangement of grace for mankind in the Christ (Head and Body). It therefore represented Christ Jesus and his … Continue reading “What is the meaning of the mercy seat ?”

In the “Lord’s Great Prophesy” of Matthew 24 & Luke 21, our Lord outlined both the historical events that would lead up to his return as well as the signs that would indicate he was here. He also referred to the book of Daniel in Matthew 24:15. Hence, more corroborating prophecies about Jesus’s return may … Continue reading “How will I know of the second coming of Jesus?”

Punishment of criminals is a governmental responsibility. Under the Law Covenant, God promised He would direct Israel’s governmental affairs if they tried to obey Him. Deuteronomy 30:16, “If you obey the commandments of the LORD your God that I command you today, by loving the LORD your God, by walking in his ways, and by … Continue reading “What is the position of the death penalty in the New Testament?”

In the United States, Ponzi schemes are illegal. Methods to "get rich quick" usually don't work. The perpetrator of these methods is trying to make money for himself. The poor investor will typically lose most or all of his capital. The Federal Trade Commission of the U.S.A. has published this statement to warn people: "Both … Continue reading “Is it scriptural for Christians to participate in get rich financial schemes like Ponzi schemes, pyramids, schemes that offer big interest in a short time?”