This single sentence from Romans 1:17 — rooted in Habakkuk 2:4 — pierced Martin Luther’s heart and ignited the flame of the Reformation. But do we truly understand what it means? First, We Need to Clear Up a Misunderstanding Many people think of faith this way: “If I believe hard enough, if my faith is… Continue reading What Does “The Righteous Shall Live by Faith” Mean?
Category: Bible Q&As
What Does Jesus’ Death 2,000 Years Ago Have to Do With Me?
Have you ever asked yourself this question? “Something that happened 2,000 years ago — what does it have to do with me today?” Let me answer that with one simple illustration. A Father Who Secretly Paid Off the Debt A son had fallen into a debt so enormous he could never repay it. But his… Continue reading What Does Jesus’ Death 2,000 Years Ago Have to Do With Me?
[Bible Q&A] How should I live after salvation? What’s next?
Personally, after experiencing the transformative power of salvation through justification, the next crucial step in a Christian’s spiritual journey is sanctification. Sanctification is the ongoing process of becoming more like Christ, where believers are gradually purified from sin and grow in holiness. This journey is driven by the Holy Spirit, who empowers and guides Christians… Continue reading [Bible Q&A] How should I live after salvation? What’s next?
[Bible Q&A] Once saved, forever saved?
Once saved, forever saved? Facebook Post Top Comment: Michael Endtimeprophet: “CAN A CHRISTIAN FALL AWAY? Scripture warns Believers that the answer is YES! CHRISTIANS (those truly “saved to begin with”) CAN: 1. Depart from the faith (1 Tim. 4:1) 2. Wander away from the faith (1 Tim. 6:10) 3. Swerve from the faith (1 Tim.… Continue reading [Bible Q&A] Once saved, forever saved?
[Bible Q&A] Is Smoking a Sin?
Is smoking a sin? Facebook Post Top Comment: Mark Buchanan: “A homeless guy told me the Bible said Jesus smoked cabbage leaves. But he couldn’t remember what the verse reference was . I’ve been looking for it but haven’t found it yet.” Tony StAcks: “Whatever is not of faith is sin,if you smoke with a… Continue reading [Bible Q&A] Is Smoking a Sin?
[Bible Q&A] How does Adam’s sin affect me today?
The Doctrine of Original Sin explains how Adam’s sin affects all humanity and how Jesus Christ’s death offers redemption. According to Romans 5:12, sin entered the world through Adam, and death followed, affecting everyone because all have sinned. This idea is based on Augustine’s teaching that Adam’s sin makes everyone sinners from birth. Adam’s disobedience… Continue reading [Bible Q&A] How does Adam’s sin affect me today?
[Bible Q&A] What Does the Bible Say About Sin?
Christianity is often described as a “religion of salvation,” In the biblical context, salvation is understood as freedom from sin, which is described as a state of disharmony with God. The Greek word for sin, “hamartia,” signifies “missing the mark” and represents a fundamental deviation in the relationship between God and humanity. The Bible says… Continue reading [Bible Q&A] What Does the Bible Say About Sin?
[Bible Q&A] “The Righteous Will Live by Faith.” What Does “Faith” Mean Here?
In Romans 1:17, “faith” refers to total acceptance and an absolute trust in God’s love and grace. Paul’s understanding of faith is not merely believing in God’s existence, but rather, it encompasses a deep relationship of trust and reliance on God’s promises and character. Imagine being in the cold on a freezing day, with warm… Continue reading [Bible Q&A] “The Righteous Will Live by Faith.” What Does “Faith” Mean Here?
[Bible Q&A] Why Did God Create Human Beings?
In its simplest form, the answer is love. God created us out of love. Love is an intrinsic aspect of God’s nature, as stated in 1 John 4:8, and is characterized by mutual exchange. The Bible says we are made in God’s image (Gen. 1:31), meaning we were designed to both receive and express love.… Continue reading [Bible Q&A] Why Did God Create Human Beings?
Why Study the Bible? – Enjoying the Journey
Whether you are a new believer or a mature Christian, it is absolutely essential that believers keep growing in their knowledge of God. This is only possible if we are day by day growing in our understanding of the Word. The Bible is God’s revelation of Himself. The Lord Jesus told a group of very… Continue reading Why Study the Bible? – Enjoying the Journey