There are two resurrections mentioned in the Scriptures: the resurrection of the just and the unjust. (`John 5:28,29`; `Acts 24:15`.) The just or righteous–the Church of Christ gathered out from among the nations during this Christian Era–are to experience a special resurrection. This is referred to in the Scriptures as the "first" or chief resurrection: … Continue reading “When the world of mankind are awakened from the tomb, to what conditions will the members of the race be awakened?”
The Bible seems to infer that we will have celestial bodies. If so, are they these human bodies cleaned and made whole, revamped and made over?
The `15th Chapter of 1 Corinthians` is an inspired treatise on the topic of the resurrection. In it the Apostle sets forth practically every phase and point relating to this momentous subject. He begins by giving a synopsis of the Gospel in a few brief words: "How that Christ died for our sins…and that He … Continue reading “The Bible seems to infer that we will have celestial bodies. If so, are they these human bodies cleaned and made whole, revamped and made over?”
I have noticed that people who try to live right and be Christians have more “bad luck” than those who are selfish and wicked. Does the Bible give any reason for this?
Yes, the Bible does give the reason. On the principle that a skiff rowed against the stream is twice as likely to be bumped into by logs and debris as if it were floating down stream, even so, the man who strives against selfishness and sin has a harder fight. The natural tendency of the … Continue reading “I have noticed that people who try to live right and be Christians have more “bad luck” than those who are selfish and wicked. Does the Bible give any reason for this?”
What is signified by the Scriptural expression, “The Sun of Righteousness shall arise with healing in its beams?” (`Mal. 4:2`)
In the prophetic language of the Scriptures, the condition of the race of mankind throughout its entire history in sin and ignorance, suffering and death, is likened to a dark night time. "Darkness covers the earth and gross darkness the people" is the Prophet's declaration. Truly it has been a fearful time of darkness in … Continue reading “What is signified by the Scriptural expression, “The Sun of Righteousness shall arise with healing in its beams?” (`Mal. 4:2`)”
Is it proper to speak of those who have turned from sin to righteousness as being regenerated or having a regenerated heart?
The term "regenerated" is equivalent to the expression of "being born again." There are but two places in the Scriptures where the expression "regeneration" occurs. In `Titus 3:5`, it is used to represent the reforming and justifying influences of faith in the Redeemer, the Lord Jesus Christ; and again in `Matthew 19:28`, where it is … Continue reading “Is it proper to speak of those who have turned from sin to righteousness as being regenerated or having a regenerated heart?”
Kindly explain 1 Tim. 2:4-6: “God will have all men to be saved”.
God will have all men to be saved (from the death conditions that came upon all because of father Adam's disobedience; just as the whole race is in a dying condition with the vast majority in the tomb, so the Lord will have "all," "every man," saved from this condition of death) and to come … Continue reading “Kindly explain 1 Tim. 2:4-6: “God will have all men to be saved”.”
Would you please explain what is meant by John 6:44 ; and does this harmonize with Rev. 2:17 “Whosoever will let him take of the water of life freely”?
Jesus' words, "No man can come to Me except the Father which sent Me draw him," have long perplexed Bible scholars and Christian people in general. The thought usually is that the Lord is desirous that all mankind should be saved in this present Christian Era. And if this be so, then why does the … Continue reading “Would you please explain what is meant by John 6:44 ; and does this harmonize with Rev. 2:17 “Whosoever will let him take of the water of life freely”?”
How could the repentant thief on the cross go to Paradise THAT DAY, with Jesus, when Jesus did not ascend to Heaven until forty days after His resurrection on the third day?
The word "Paradise" signifies, "a delightful garden, park, or pleasure ground." The garden of Eden was the original Paradise, where man dwelt before disobeying the Divine command. Because of disobedience he lost this Paradise. (`Gen. 3:22-24`.) When the race of mankind comes again into harmony with the Creator by becoming obedient to the Lord, the … Continue reading “How could the repentant thief on the cross go to Paradise THAT DAY, with Jesus, when Jesus did not ascend to Heaven until forty days after His resurrection on the third day?”
What will become of the heathen? Will they be saved because of their ignorance?
If ignorance were a basis of salvation then all should have been left in ignorance, for then all would have been saved. And if the heathen are saved through ignorance then also all of the babes and children who have died before attaining years of discretion and knowledge, and therefore in ignorance–these likewise should be … Continue reading “What will become of the heathen? Will they be saved because of their ignorance?”
Is the thought that “Once in grace, Always in grace” biblically correct?
The Word of God does not support the idea that one cannot lose their salvation, which is the concept of "Once in grace, always in grace". Please consider the following verses: JOHN 15:6, "If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and they gather them, and … Continue reading “Is the thought that “Once in grace, Always in grace” biblically correct?”