Vengeance is the main idea behind the saying “an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth”. It means whatever evil someone has done against a person he deserves to do the same to him. While it is the natural tendency of man to take revenge against someone, this is not the will of… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Vengeance?
Month: November 2022
Peace That Surpasses All Understanding
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 You have to make God the center of your life so there will be… Continue reading Peace That Surpasses All Understanding
3 Bible verses to encourage you in a time of mourning
We all go through a time of mourning in our lives. It could be the loss of a loved one, the heart-wrenching separation from a friend so dearly loved, or even the staggering defeat in a game that you strenuously prepared for. Yes, we all mourn at some point in our lives. Mourning is not… Continue reading 3 Bible verses to encourage you in a time of mourning
God Is Good, from Generations to Generations
Young men, trust God, and make the future bright with blessing. Old men, trust God, and magnify him for all the mercies of the past – Charles Spurgeon The same good and great God that split the Red Seas, that still the Sun is with us today, His steadfast love endures forever and His faithfulness… Continue reading God Is Good, from Generations to Generations
What Does the Bible Say about Praying for Others?
Prayer is a powerful tool to be closer to God. Although prayer was often accompanied by burnt sacrifices and offerings in the Old Testament, its main purpose is primarily communication to God. In the New Testament, Jesus Christ built on this foundation when He said men should always pray and not faint. If prayer is… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Praying for Others?
Who was Timothy in the Bible?
Timothy (Tĭm’O-Thy, Τιμόθεος, Honoring God), also called Timotheus, was one of the best known of Paul’s companions and fellow-laborers. He was of Derbe or Lystra, both cities of Lycaonia (Acts 16:1, 14:6). His father was a Greek, but his mother a Jewess (2 Timothy 1:5, 3:15). The instructions and prayers of his pious mother and grandmother,… Continue reading Who was Timothy in the Bible?
Life of Apostle Paul – Second Missionary Journey
Apostle Paul’s second missionary journey is recorded in Acts 15:36-18:22. It took place from 49 AD to 52 AD. The second missionary journey began with an unfortunate disagreement between Paul and Barnabas, which resulted in their separation, Barnabas going to the island of Cyprus, and Paul to the mainland. (Acts 15:36-40) The apostle chose as his… Continue reading Life of Apostle Paul – Second Missionary Journey
Lord’s Prayer Series: God’s Kingdom And God’s Will (Matthew 6:10)
Matthew 6:10 Let your Kingdom come: Let your will be done, as in heaven, so also on earth. The phrase The Kingdom of God is characteristic of the whole New Testament. No phrase is used oftener in prayer and in preaching and in Christian literature. It is, therefore, of primary importance that we should be clear… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: God’s Kingdom And God’s Will (Matthew 6:10)
What Does the Bible Say about Motivation?
There are books that talk about motivation in life and how to push through boundaries and limits. Those resources are indeed helpful for most people. But what about the Bible? Does it teach us to be motivated? A motivation is a driving force that propels you forward even when circumstances are against you. It is… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Motivation?
God is a Promise Keeper
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” HEBREWS 10:23 Can you still remember a time when someone made a promise and could not fulfill it? Remember how disappointed you were and how it hurt not only because they broke their promise, but also because they broke your trust?… Continue reading God is a Promise Keeper