The context shows that the two things in the Apostle's mind (and which to choose he "wot not") were life and death. A third thing, however, enters in, which he has no difficulty in deciding is far better than either living in the flesh or dying in the Lord. This he earnestly desired, viz., the … Continue reading “Will you kindly explain `Philippians 1:23`, “For I am in a strait betwixt two having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ, which is far better?””
Since Christ is referred to as the “Prince of Peace” (`Isa. 9:6`) and the angels announced at His birth–“Peace on earth, good will to men” (`Luke 2:14`), how is it that we find the Lord Jesus Himself saying, “Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on the earth? I tell you Nay; but rather division?” (F.W.)
The whole history of the Christian Era has been one of bloodshed, wars and strife. And these for the most part have been brought about by differences of religious opinions. In `Matthew 24th chapter`, our Lord set forth a wonderful prophecy relating to the conditions that would develop in the world down to the time … Continue reading “Since Christ is referred to as the “Prince of Peace” (`Isa. 9:6`) and the angels announced at His birth–“Peace on earth, good will to men” (`Luke 2:14`), how is it that we find the Lord Jesus Himself saying, “Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on the earth? I tell you Nay; but rather division?” (F.W.)”
In the present day enlightenment, if Christ were here in person as at the time of His first advent, do you believe the people would treat Him the same as they did then?
There are representatives of Christ in the world today–not those who are merely professing Christians, in name only, but the true, heart-devoted, sincere followers of the Master, and by considering the world's treatment of these we can safely approximate as to what would be the Lord's experiences were He to appear in the flesh as … Continue reading “In the present day enlightenment, if Christ were here in person as at the time of His first advent, do you believe the people would treat Him the same as they did then?”
I know a great many good and honest people who do not even claim to be Christians; why do not they believe on the Lord Jesus Christ?
The Apostle Paul declares that "By faith ye are saved." Some people cannot exercise the quality of faith. The Apostle also declares that faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God, which means in order to have faith one must study the Word of God and believe it. The Apostle Paul answers … Continue reading “I know a great many good and honest people who do not even claim to be Christians; why do not they believe on the Lord Jesus Christ?”
If all people are to be converted to Christ before he comes to set his Kingdom, why is it written in `Rev. 18`, that “the nations were angry” at his coming?
It is a mistake to suppose that the earth will be converted at the time of the second coming of Christ. His coming and the establishment of His Kingdom are for the very purpose of converting the world and uplifting mankind in general out of sin and death conditions which now prevail. In describing the … Continue reading “If all people are to be converted to Christ before he comes to set his Kingdom, why is it written in `Rev. 18`, that “the nations were angry” at his coming?”
Was Christ human and Divine at the same time?
The word "Divine" signifies "the nature of God." The Creator, God, is a Spirit Being glorious and immortal, dwelling in light that is inaccessible to mortal man. One possessing the Divine, immortal nature could never die. The human nature is the highest form of the earthly or fleshly nature. The Divine nature is the highest … Continue reading “Was Christ human and Divine at the same time?”
What may we understand the words of our Lord to signify where He says–“I know thy works, that thou art neither cold or hot. So then because thou art neither cold nor hot; I would thou wert cold or hot. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.”–`Rev. 3:15,16`. (J.E.D.)
The seven churches in Asia represent the seven stages of development, or epochs in the history of the one true Church of Christ. The message to the church in Laodicea relates, therefore, to the last or present period of the Church's existence. It is during this final stage of the history of the Christian Church … Continue reading “What may we understand the words of our Lord to signify where He says–“I know thy works, that thou art neither cold or hot. So then because thou art neither cold nor hot; I would thou wert cold or hot. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.”–`Rev. 3:15,16`. (J.E.D.)”
What is the message of the Church to the world at this time? This is a day of transition; new lines of thought and new conditions are rapidly superseding the old, and does not this apply to ecclesiastical affairs as well?
This is one of the fundamental questions of the times. Ministers everywhere are asking themselves and each other as to the proper course to pursue in their efforts to keep abreast of the times. Many are making the mistake of ignoring the foundation teachings of the Scriptures, and are devoting themselves to setting forth the … Continue reading “What is the message of the Church to the world at this time? This is a day of transition; new lines of thought and new conditions are rapidly superseding the old, and does not this apply to ecclesiastical affairs as well?”
Which is the oldest church?
There is but one Church, from the Scriptural standpoint. In the language of the Apostle, it is "The Church of the First-Born which are written in heaven;" or the "Church of the living God;" or again, "The Church of Christ."–`Heb. 12:23`; `1 Tim. 3:15`; `Rom. 16:16`. It was this Church which our Lord established and … Continue reading “Which is the oldest church?”
What do we understand by the 144,000 mentioned in the seventh and fourteenth chapters of Revelation?
For more than sixteen centuries the Lord dealt exclusively with the Jewish nation. They were His specially chosen people and favored above every other nation in the earth. The Lord told them on one occasion that He recognized them only of all the families of the earth (`Amos 3:2`). The Israelites were informed that if … Continue reading “What do we understand by the 144,000 mentioned in the seventh and fourteenth chapters of Revelation?”