Author: Derek Rota

For many centuries, man has wondered how he can get closer to God. Some men believe it is through their good works, while others believe is through service in the church. However, the Bible clearly teaches that neither of these two are God-ordained ways for salvation. Arguably the most popular verse in the Bible is… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about How to Be Saved?

The Bible talks a lot about the responsibility of parents to their children. Obviously, if these duties are not followed, it means the parents are doing a bad job. It is worth noting that children are considered in the Bible as heritage from God, and so parents have the responsibility to take care of these… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Bad Parents?

Having self-awareness means being in control of your emotions, thoughts and actions. You do not respond to situations impulsively but reflectively. The Bible actually teaches Christians to be in control of their emotions, thoughts and actions. Most conflicts take place when one or all parties involved fail to check themselves and just do or say… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Self Awareness?

Many people believe in luck and chance. Some of them believe so probably because they experienced or know someone who experienced something that cannot be explained other than it is luck. When seen on the surface level, it does seem that luck exists. However, as far as God and the Bible is concerned, everything that… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Luck?

The saying about health everyone is most familiar with is “health is wealth.” That is indeed true, and the Bible has a few verses that talk about health in relation to service. If we look at things from a certain perspective, health is simply the condition of our human body. Even in the Book of… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Health?

As we can learn from reading the Bible, ever since mankind fell into sin, doing evil deeds has become a second nature for most people. As a Christian, how do you respond to evil actions and evil people? Jesus Christ reminded His disciples not to take revenge or react negatively no matter what other people… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Dealing with Evil People?

The Bible is a book about hope – that although there is sin that separates man from God, there is a way, the only way, and that is through Jesus Christ. However, the Scriptures is also a book of warnings. God has given warnings since the time of Adam to keep mankind away from choosing… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Warning before Destruction?

Some people depend on others to know their worth and importance in this world. However, the Bible shows how it is done properly. When a person believes and accepts Jesus as the only Savior, he becomes a child of God. Christ’s sacrifice on the cross indeed made it possible for a sinner to draw near… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Who Am I in Christ?

Back in the Old Testament, the Israelites were often instructed by God to fight against their enemies, promising them that He would be with them. However, in the New Testament, a “new” commandment was given by the Lord Jesus Christ. In His sermons, Christ taught not to fight back, but instead “give the other cheek.”… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Fighting Back?

If you have read some parts of Scripture, you will notice that it is composed of many stories. Each of these stories have major principles and lessons to learn and live by. Two negative emotions for a human being are jealousy and envy. Jealousy takes place when you want a person all for yourself. There… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Jealousy and Envy?