What Does the Bible Say about Gambling?

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The Scriptures is clear when it commands us to trust in the Lord instead of uncertain riches. Worldly treasures can be corrupted, stolen, and destroyed, which is why Christians should never put their trust in them. And that is exactly what happens in gambling. When a person gambles, he is taking away his trust from… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Gambling?

Why Acts 20:24 is Jeremy Camp’s favorite Bible verse

Contemporary Christian singer and songwriter Jeremy Camp’s favorite Bible verse is Acts 20:24, and he says that the verse best explains his passion for service. The verse reads: “But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my race with joy, and the ministry, which… Continue reading Why Acts 20:24 is Jeremy Camp’s favorite Bible verse

What Does the Bible Say about Working Together?

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Someone who reads the Bible will know that it has a lot of commands and pointers from God. Each of these laws should be followed as a personal responsibility. Even salvation is personal and should be a private decision. However, there are also certain things that should be done together. There are various stories in… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Working Together?

Who was Abimelech in the Book of Judges?

Abimelech (Hebrew: אֲבִימֶ֫לֶך, also known as Abimelek), one of Gideon’s sons, served as a judge of Israel after Gideon. He Judged Israel for three years (B.C. 1322-1319), and was succeeded by Tola. His name can best be interpreted as “my father is king”, claiming the inherited right to rule. He is introduced in Judges 8:31 as the son of Gideon and his Shechemite concubine, and… Continue reading Who was Abimelech in the Book of Judges?