Sermons and Biblical Studies

In the 17th chapter of Acts, were those Paul preached to in the synagogues in Thessalonica and Berea already believers or became believers after hearing Paul? This is a good and interesting question because it takes us back to the context in which a very familiar scripture is often used. Acts 17:11 says, “These were … Continue reading “Where the Bereans believers? – Bible Questions”

A querist asks, “I believe that Jesus was tempted in every way we are today. The question I am wondering is why are there only three mentioned in the Bible. These three didn’t seem like the most tempting things he could have faced. Why doesn’t the Bible mention any of the others?” The Bible teaches … Continue reading “The Record Of Jesus’ Temptations – Bible Questions”

I do not understand all the teachings on divorce and remarriage. I would like to understand how it all works. I’ve had two husbands who were terrible men. I realize I am the one that twice filed for divorce. Am I to be punished for thinking of what is best for my child? Thanks for … Continue reading “Why should I be punished for divorce when it’s not my fault? – Bible Questions”

I am a brother in Christ and I want to know, Does God honor all marriages? A: Your question is one that is on a lot of people’s hearts and minds. In recent years the number of divorces in our country has outpaced the number of marriages. This has affecting many people both within and … Continue reading “Does God honor all marriages? – Bible Questions”

A querist asks, In Revelation 10:8-10 – NKJV, what was the “little book” that John was commanded to eat, making his belly bitter and the inside of his mouth sweet as honey. According to Revelation 10:11 – NKJV, it was the ability to “prophesy again” which completes the context and explains the previous verses. The … Continue reading “A Question Regarding Revelation 10:8-10 – Bible Questions”

Several years ago, I was having a conversation with someone about getting credit for ideas. I mentioned to them that it doesn’t matter to me if I get credit for an idea or not, because God knows who did what and I was content to let God handle such things. This person then wondered whether … Continue reading “Does God Keep Score? – Bible Questions”

A querist asks, “In 1 Timothy 2:8, where it says ‘lifting up holy hands,’ why do we ignore the command for men to raise their hands in prayer?” Using the American Standard Version of 1901, the text in 1 Timothy 2:8 ASV reads: “I desire therefore that the men pray in every place, lifting up … Continue reading “Lifting Up Holy Hands – What Does It Mean? – Bible Questions”

A querist asks, “In studying Matthew 5:17, and other passages of Scripture, I know there are several reasons why we are no longer under the law of Moses, but how did Christ fulfill that law?” Our Lord “fulfilled” (completed or accomplished the demands of) the Mosaic system of law by fulfilling the over 300 Old … Continue reading “How Did Christ “Fulfill” The Law Of Moses? – Bible Questions”

What Does Convict Mean? Please help me to understand the word “convict” more clearly. What does it mean when we say that God ‘convicts’ us of our sins? Without ‘conviction’, we may not want to make a commitment. Thanks for your question. The word is only used once in the KJV (John 8:9). It is … Continue reading “What Does Convict Mean? – Bible Questions”

Why does God refer to Jerusalem as his daughter? The first reference to Jerusalem as a daughter occurs in the Psalms. Psalm 9:13, 14 says, “Have mercy upon me, O LORD; consider my trouble which I suffer of them that hate me, thou that liftest me up from the gates of death: That I may … Continue reading “Why does God refer to Jerusalem as his daughter? – Bible Questions”