Honestly, although we have heard of many dates predicting the end of this present evil world, we had not heard of this particular one, so we looked on the Internet and found out where it came from. It comes from the “Sword of God Brotherhood.” Little is known of this group. What we gleaned is that … Continue reading “Will the world end in 2017?”
Where did Enoch and Elijah go since flesh and blood cannot enter heaven?
“Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.” (Genesis 5:24) The Apostle Paul confirms this thought in Hebrews 11:5, “By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him.” Notice, neither of these scriptures mentions that Enoch went to heaven … Continue reading “Where did Enoch and Elijah go since flesh and blood cannot enter heaven?”
What is the meaning of 1 Timothy 2:3-6?
“This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all men—the testimony given in its proper time.” … Continue reading “What is the meaning of 1 Timothy 2:3-6?”
Why is it that so many Christians do not see the connection between faith and works?
We believe that one reason for the “disconnect” you spoke of may be the element of sacrifice that “works” involves. It is far easier to believe that faith alone is all that is needed in order to enter heaven. Although faith in Jesus’ incredible sacrifice is the Christian’s foundation, that foundation needs to be built … Continue reading “Why is it that so many Christians do not see the connection between faith and works?”
Is there any relationship between the giant Goliath (1 Samuel 17) and the progeny of the fallen angels mentioned in Genesis 6?
The scriptures do not actually tell us if Goliath had six fingers and six toes. We learn much later in another war the Philistines had with Israel (2 Samuel 21:15-22 and 1 Chronicles 20:4-8) that there was “a man of great stature, that had on every hand six fingers, and on every foot six toes, … Continue reading “Is there any relationship between the giant Goliath (1 Samuel 17) and the progeny of the fallen angels mentioned in Genesis 6?”
Are Christians allowed to drink water when they fast?
When we look at the three Gospel accounts (Matthew 4:1-11, Mark 1:12-13, and Luke 4:1-13) of Jesus’ 40-day fast nothing is said regarding whether Jesus drank water or not. Luke 4:2 specifically says, “He ate nothing during those days and at the end of them he was hungry.” There is no reference to the drinking … Continue reading “Are Christians allowed to drink water when they fast?”
How can we apply the statement given by Jesus: “do not resist an evil person” to the old adage: “all evil needs to thrive is for good people to do nothing.”?
Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for an eye, and tooth for a tooth.’ But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. [Do not retaliate.] If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. [This is a figurative expression, meaning willingness to accept insult … Continue reading “How can we apply the statement given by Jesus: “do not resist an evil person” to the old adage: “all evil needs to thrive is for good people to do nothing.”?”
Do Catholics, Jews, and Christians all go to the same place when they die even though they have different beliefs?
We believe that in order to go to heaven a person must be seeking the Lord and righteousness and believe that Jesus was the Messiah who died so that the entire human race would have a chance for salvation either in heaven or on earth. God often calls such individuals to follow in the pathway … Continue reading “Do Catholics, Jews, and Christians all go to the same place when they die even though they have different beliefs?”
Who are the “elect” in Matthew 24:22 and what is the purpose of shortening the days for their sake?
Just as Our Lord’s Great Prophecy (Matthew 24) applies now to the close of the Gospel Age, it also applied to the close of the Jewish Age. Jerusalem was sieged by the desolating Roman armies, bringing about a time of intense distress on the people. The famine and internal anarchy of this bleak period are … Continue reading “Who are the “elect” in Matthew 24:22 and what is the purpose of shortening the days for their sake?”
Why was the Apostle Paul forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia? (Acts 16:6)
“Paul and his companions traveled throughout the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been kept by the Holy Spirit from preaching the word in the province of Asia. When they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus would not allow them to. So they passed by Mysia and … Continue reading “Why was the Apostle Paul forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia? (Acts 16:6)”