Every January, the whole world celebrates the New Year, looking back at the past year full of trials and blessings, and looking forward to a year of promises and opportunity. But what does the Bible say about it? In the Pentateuch, the Law of Moses instructed the Israelites to make Abib (March-April) to be its… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about the New Year?
Month: December 2022
Who was Abdon the Judge in the Bible?
Ab´don ( עבדּון , ‛abhdōn , perhaps “service”; Ἀβδών , Abdō̇n ) was one of the Judges of Israel mentioned in the Book of Judges (Judges 12:13–15). He was the son of Hillel the Pirathonite, a member of the tribe of Ephraim. He was preceded by Elon of Zebulun. He judged Israel for eight years, B.C. 1233-1225. His administration appears to have been peaceful; for nothing is recorded of him but… Continue reading Who was Abdon the Judge in the Bible?
Sorrowful, Yet Always Rejoicing
4 Powerful Steps to Mending Broken Hearts
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalms 34:18 Has someone you care about ever caused you to feel the pain of a broken heart? It could be a family member, spouse, or close friend. Having your heart broken can be one of the most excruciating experiences… Continue reading 4 Powerful Steps to Mending Broken Hearts
3 Common Reasons That Prompt Us to Pray
Many people feel trapped by life’s circumstances, unable to cope, thinking they can’t go on. They need someone they can talk to and count on to give them hope. As a believer in Jesus Christ, you’ve found the One who can give you that hope. You have learned — and continue to learn every day… Continue reading 3 Common Reasons That Prompt Us to Pray
Five weird Bible animals – but did they really exist?
There are some very strange animals mentioned in the Bible. Some of them are obviously imaginary, others are mistranslations (the King James Version is a good source for these) while others are real creatures described in a poetic style. Odd animals in the KJV include dragons, unicorns and cockatrices. Dragons are mentioned in Isaiah 43:20 and Micah 1:8. The Hebrew… Continue reading Five weird Bible animals – but did they really exist?
We All Sin – Ecclesiastes 7:20
“Indeed, there is no one on earth who is righteous, no one who does what is right and never sins.” – Ecclesiastes 7:20 It is a common knowledge that there is no one here on earth that does not sin. It is a common knowledge that we are sinful and that we are deserving of… Continue reading We All Sin – Ecclesiastes 7:20
12 Things to Thank God Before the Year Ends
This year is undoubtedly a challenging time for everyone. The world is constantly bombarded with new problems and issues. Even so, there are still many things to thank God for. You should give thanks because the Lord desires nothing more from you than a heart filled with gratitude. The more thankful you are, the more… Continue reading 12 Things to Thank God Before the Year Ends
80 Names and Titles of Jesus Found In The Bible
1. Advocate, 1 John 2:1 My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. 2. Almighty, Revelation 1:8“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is, and who was, and who is… Continue reading 80 Names and Titles of Jesus Found In The Bible
Who was Elon, the Judge of Israel?
Elon (Hebrew: אֵילֹן ʼĒlōn, “oak”), which also translated as “Ahialon” in other translations, was the eleventh of the Hebrew judges. He held office for ten years (Judges 12:11-12 ). Elon was a member of the Tribe of Zebulun. He was preceded by Ibzan of Bethlehem, and succeeded by Abdon of Ephraim. The whole period covered by their administration was twenty-five… Continue reading Who was Elon, the Judge of Israel?