Have you ever, at some point in your life, uttered a swear word? Whether it was during your innocent childhood, your rebellious teenage years, or even now, in the hustle and bustle of adulthood, the chances are that you’ve encountered profanity in one form or another. In today’s society, swearing seems to have lost much… Continue reading Blessings and curses: Why should Christians stop the habit of swearing
Category: Bible Q&As
How to appreciate God’s blessings
“In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink.” – John 7:37 A Snapshot of the Life of David Brainerd: Born: April 20, 1718 – Haddam, Connecticut Died: Oct. 9, 1747 – Northampton, Massachusetts Missionary to the Indians. Converted on… Continue reading How to appreciate God’s blessings
John Piper on Why We Confess Our Daily Sins – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries
Note from Randy: While we have a settled once-and-for-all forgiveness in Christ, we also have a current ongoing relationship with Him that is hampered by unconfessed sin. We should keep short accounts with God. When we sin, we should confess immediately, relying on God’s grace and mercy for forgiveness. Otherwise, we’ll become desensitized and go another step… Continue reading John Piper on Why We Confess Our Daily Sins – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries
God Is Surrounding What’s Surrounding You
My brother was thirteen years old when a band of bullies on bikes encircled him like buzzards taunting their prey. He was outmanned and outnumbered. I thought it was the end. But then my dad pulled up in his Pontiac. He didn’t even get out of the car, but simply rolled down the window and… Continue reading God Is Surrounding What’s Surrounding You
What happens when a national church rules that God is no longer male?
By Elizabeth Prata In 2010 I reported on a stunning move by the Scottish Episcopal Church to change all male-oriented language to gender neutral language. Well 13 years ago it was stunning. A new order of service produced by the Scottish Episcopal Church has caused controversy by removing masculine references to God. “Female priests asked why… Continue reading What happens when a national church rules that God is no longer male?
How Can God Be Angry and Loving?
What comes to mind when you think of the word “love?” Your first thought when you think of love is probably not anger. The two terms seem in complete opposition to one another, yet the Bible describes God as a jealous and angry God, while also describing him as loving and comforting. The entire story of the… Continue reading How Can God Be Angry and Loving?
Your Biggest Decision of All
We’ve all experienced indecision at one time or another. Some people are indecisive by nature. Generally, I’m not one of those people. In fact, I tend to be overly opinionated about too many things. I have very strong opinions on the best food to eat, the best restaurants, the best this and the best that.… Continue reading Your Biggest Decision of All
Translating the Bible: The Problem of Untranslated Hebrew Words
Bible Translations People of faith enjoy reading the Bible because through the reading of the sacred text God speaks to them. As people read the Bible, it is important for them to understand what the text says so that they may apply the words of Scriptures in such way that they are edified and, at… Continue reading Translating the Bible: The Problem of Untranslated Hebrew Words
Helkath Hazzurim
People of faith enjoy reading the Bible because through the reading of the sacred text God speaks to them. As people read the Bible, it is important for them to understand what the text says so that they may apply the words of Scriptures in such way that they are edified and, at the same… Continue reading Helkath Hazzurim
How should we store up treasures in heaven?
Setting aside money is crucial for everyone, especially in times of emergencies. There is nothing wrong with savings. However, most people are so busy storing treasures, such as investing in a house, car, gold, and other material things here on earth. Have we considered storing treasures in heaven? The world has deceived us that success… Continue reading How should we store up treasures in heaven?