The word antichrist comes untranslated from the compound Greek word antichristos; “anti” meaning "in opposition to,” or, “in place of” and “Christ” meaning "anointed." Consequently, in order to understand what anti-Christ means —“a position in place of Christ”— we need to determine who the real “Anointed” is. Clearly, Jesus was “anointed” with the holy spirit … Continue reading “Who is antichrist in the Bible?”
Shed more light on the Trinity – God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are one person.
Respecting God, Psalm 90:2 declares, “from everlasting to everlasting you are God.” Hence, God has no beginning and no end. God is eternal and God is a spirit (John 4:24.) God’s angels are also spirits (Hebrews 1:7). We are assured in Genesis 16:13 that God is all-knowing, “You are a God who sees…” God is … Continue reading “Shed more light on the Trinity – God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are one person.”
How many years are from Genesis to Revelation?
From the creation of Adam in Genesis to AD 1, there are 4128 years. The period from AD 1 to the writing of the book of Revelation accounts for about another 100 years. So, there are about 4228 from Genesis to Revelation. More specifically: From the Creation of Adam to the end of the flood…………………..1656 … Continue reading “How many years are from Genesis to Revelation?”
Spiritual benefits. How can I ask for a spiritual gift from God?
The miraculous gifts of healing, speaking in foreign languages, and interpreting foreign languages were introduced at Pentecost for the spreading of the gospel. Acts 2:4-12 "…they were all filled with the holy spirit and began to speak in other tongues …there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men from every nation under heaven… and they … Continue reading “Spiritual benefits. How can I ask for a spiritual gift from God?”
Is abortion considered an unforgivable sin? Is it even possible to obtain salvation or are you condemned?
No, abortion is not considered an unforgivable sin. God loves you. He sent His Son to die for you. Through Jesus' blood there is forgiveness of sins. I John 1:9 reads, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from ALL unrighteousness." We need … Continue reading “Is abortion considered an unforgivable sin? Is it even possible to obtain salvation or are you condemned?”
How genuine are the stories we read on the lost books of the Bible?
The recognition of the sacred texts comprising our Bible was a process that was centuries long, and the Bible makes reference to books which were not preserved as part of the Old Testament (see for example Joshua 10:13; 2 Samuel 1:18) and some epistles that are not included in the New Testament (Colossians 4:16). Recent … Continue reading “How genuine are the stories we read on the lost books of the Bible?”
Are Christians women required to wear a covering while praying and prophesying?
1 Corinthians 11:5, 10, 13 (NASB) read, "But every woman who has her head uncovered while praying or prophesying disgraces her head,… Therefore the woman ought to have a symbol of authority on her head, because of the angels….Judge for yourselves: is it proper for a woman to pray to God with her head uncovered?" The Apostle Paul does instruct women … Continue reading “Are Christians women required to wear a covering while praying and prophesying?”
How important is forgiveness?
Learning to exercise forgiveness is critical to Christian development. When Peter asked Jesus if a person should forgive a sin even seven times, Jesus responded not just seven times, but seventy times seven! Then our Lord told the parable (Matt. 18:21-34) about a king who forgave a servant's debt of ten thousand talents but the … Continue reading “How important is forgiveness?”
Please explain Jeremiah 33:10, 11. Is this referring to Babylon?
Jeremiah 33 is a beautiful chapter, full of glorious promises to Israel and to all the world! Verses 6-11 read, "Behold, I will bring to it health and healing, and I will heal them and reveal to them abundance of prosperity and security. I will restore the fortune of Judah and the fortunes of Israel, … Continue reading “Please explain Jeremiah 33:10, 11. Is this referring to Babylon?”
What does the Bible teach about homosexuality?
Genesis 2:24, "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." (Quoted in Eph. 5:31) Marriage and sexual intimacy is to occur only between a man and his wife. The words, one flesh, refer to sexual intercourse. Sex outside of marriage is … Continue reading “What does the Bible teach about homosexuality?”