This expression is a portion of our Lord's great prophecy relating to events and conditions that would develop in the last days of the Christian dispensation. As with all prophetic expressions it is in highly figurative language. The clue to the understanding of this prophecy is found elsewhere in the Scriptures. A woman is used … Continue reading “Will you kindly explain the seemingly harsh Bible statement, the expression of the Savior, as given in the `24th chapter of Matthew, the 19th verse`– “And woe be unto them that are with child, and to them that give suck in those days?””
The Scriptures declare, “They shall be all taught of God” (`John 6:45`). Does God teach each one of His children directly through His Word?
God uses various instrumentalities for communicating His instructions. Thus the Lord Jesus Himself is called the Father's "Word"–the Message, the Logos (`John 1:1`; `Rev. 19:13`). St. Paul speaks of him saying, "God, who at sundry times and in diverse manners spake in times past unto the fathers by the prophets, hath in these last days … Continue reading “The Scriptures declare, “They shall be all taught of God” (`John 6:45`). Does God teach each one of His children directly through His Word?”
Is the doctrine of “survival of the fittest” true; and is it in harmony with the teachings of the Scriptures?
The combined testimony of the evidences in nature, aside from the inspired revelations of the Scriptures, is opposed to the theory of the best surviving the worst. In the realm of vegetation it is universally recognized that the finest flowers, fruits and vegetables, are produced only by the utmost care in training and cultivation. These … Continue reading “Is the doctrine of “survival of the fittest” true; and is it in harmony with the teachings of the Scriptures?”
Is it right to follow the teachings of any ONE MAN, or should we expect to be individually taught through the study of the Bible?
The Scriptures answer, "One is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren" (`Matt. 23:8`). We should not follow man, nor manmade creeds or systems. God exercised the supervising care over His consecrated people; as we read, "Now hath God set the members, every one of them, in the Body, as it hath pleased … Continue reading “Is it right to follow the teachings of any ONE MAN, or should we expect to be individually taught through the study of the Bible?”
What is understood by the expression, “the triune God?”
Some have thought this to be a scriptural expression, but it is not to be found in the Bible. It is believed to have originated in the heathen mythologies of the Hindoos in ancient India. Webster defines the term "triune" as three in one–"an epithet used to express the unity of a trinity of persons … Continue reading “What is understood by the expression, “the triune God?””
Is the oneness between Jesus Christ and God, the Heavenly Father, ethical or metaphysical?
In the early history of the Church, after the Apostles had fallen asleep, many bitter controversies were engaged in over this very question. But now in these latter days when knowledge is increasing along all lines, and particularly so as regards the knowledge and understanding of the Scriptures, the solution of the matter is clearly … Continue reading “Is the oneness between Jesus Christ and God, the Heavenly Father, ethical or metaphysical?”
If Christ was God the Father, and God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit; how could a voice from heaven say–“This is My beloved Son,” when He was a man on earth?
This is an age of general enlightenment. Knowledge is increasing along all lines, and specially so in regard to the teachings of the Scriptures. The superstitions and theories of the darker past are fading away in the light that is gradually widening out unto the perfect day. The shadows of ignorance and prejudice are still … Continue reading “If Christ was God the Father, and God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit; how could a voice from heaven say–“This is My beloved Son,” when He was a man on earth?”
Please explain Isaiah 9:6 where Jesus is referred to as being the “everlasting father” and “mighty God”. Does not this support the idea of the Trinity?
Isaiah 9:6 "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace." Regarding the possible confusion on this verse in harmonizing it with the scriptural teaching … Continue reading “Please explain Isaiah 9:6 where Jesus is referred to as being the “everlasting father” and “mighty God”. Does not this support the idea of the Trinity?”
Can you explain the first six verses of the fifth chapter of James (`Jam. 5:6`)?
This is a prophecy relating to "the last days" (`verse 3`) and is contrary to the expectations of many Christian people who are anticipating the world's conversion to Christianity before the second coming of the Lord. This is a clear-cut statement of the Apostle describing the conditions that would exist in the last times. Had … Continue reading “Can you explain the first six verses of the fifth chapter of James (`Jam. 5:6`)?”
What is meant by the Scriptures which declare that in the last days there would be a fearful time of trouble (`Dan. 12:1`; `Mat. 24:21,22`)? Has this any reference to the industrial and social crisis that is now developing throughout the world?
There have been seasons of severe trouble and destruction at various times in the history of the race, such as the destruction of the city of Jerusalem, when about a million and a quarter of Jews were slain, and the French Revolution, when vast numbers were slaughtered by the mobs and by the troops–a reign … Continue reading “What is meant by the Scriptures which declare that in the last days there would be a fearful time of trouble (`Dan. 12:1`; `Mat. 24:21,22`)? Has this any reference to the industrial and social crisis that is now developing throughout the world?”