Sermons and Biblical Studies

I was asked an interesting question yesterday, can the devil get inside your brain and plant an evil thought. I know that we have free will and that we allow ourselves to make bad choices but the question is: ‘Does the Devil have the ability/authority to read our minds and plant evil thoughts.’ The question … Continue reading “Does the Devil have the ability/authority to read our minds and plant evil thoughts. – Bible Questions”

Regarding this common “argument” that one can be saved without baptism because the thief on the cross was saved, here are six responses: 1. One doesn’t know that the thief wasn’t baptized under John’s baptism. It would be impossible to prove one way or the other that the thief on the cross was baptized. In … Continue reading “What about the thief on the cross? – Bible Questions”

Does baptism mean that a man must dip himself in water? I personally don’t think so. Jesus talked about his crucifixion as baptism. Why did Jesus become baptised by John? The word “baptize” is a transliteration of the Greek word “BAPTIZO” and literally means to dip, plunge, submerge, or immerse. The word has no reference … Continue reading “Does baptism mean that a man must dip himself in water? – Bible Questions”

I am a member of the church and have a question about divorce. I committed fornication and became pregnant. I married the father thinking that was the “right” thing to do but now realize that two wrongs don’t make a right. I am not in love with my husband but was in a “pregancy high” … Continue reading “I don't love my husband, but he is faithful. What can I do? – Bible Questions”

A querist asks, In 1 Thessalonians 2:10-16, Paul is talking about the disobedient Jews of that day and time, who were always stirring up the people in opposition to the apostles teaching of the gospel. In 1 Thessalonians 2:16, Paul says that those persecuting Jews are speaking against the Gentile brethren to fill up the … Continue reading “The Phrase “Fill Up Their Sins” — A Question – Bible Questions”

What is the sin unto death? In 1 John 5:16 we read, “If any man see his brother sin a sin which is not unto death, he shall ask, and he shall give him life for them that sin not unto death. There is a sin unto death: I do not say that he shall … Continue reading “What is the sin unto death? – Bible Questions”

What can a living Christian do to help their loved one who is dead and did not known the Lord? There is nothing that a living Christian can do to help a dead relative to come to know the Lord. The Bible teaches that judgment comes after all men die (Hebrews 9:27) and that it … Continue reading “Can the living help the dead to know the Lord? – Bible Questions”

Please comment on John 9:31 The context for this statement begins in chapter 9:1. Jesus was passing by a man who was blind. He disciples asked Him why this man was born blind. Jesus said it was so that the power of God could be shown. After this man is healed, he is taken before … Continue reading “Please comment on John 9:31 – Bible Questions”

As you know, there are several different kinds of baptisms discussed within the New Testament. Matthew 3:11 mentions three: baptism of water, baptism of the Holy Spirit, and baptism of fire. John the baptizer says, “I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes … Continue reading “What is the “one baptism” of Ephesians 4:5? – Bible Questions”

Is it ever appropriate for a Christian to bring a lawsuit against someone for defamation of character? While the Bible doesn’t comment specifically on the issue of bringing a lawsuit for defamation of character, it does have some other principles which I think will answer your question. First, the Bible teaches that Christians are NEVER … Continue reading “Can I Sue for Defamation? – Bible Questions”