Question: “Why is church attendance / going to church important?” Answer: The Bible tells us we need to attend church so we can worship God with other believers and be taught His Word for our spiritual growth. The early church “devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to… Continue reading Why is church attendance important?
Category: Bible Q&As
Should believers expect visions to be a part of their Christian experience?
Question: “Does God still give visions to people today? Should believers expect visions to be a part of their Christian experience?” Answer: Can God give visions to people today? Yes! Does God give visions to people today? Possibly. Should we expect visions to be an ordinary occurrence? No. As recorded in the Bible, God spoke to… Continue reading Should believers expect visions to be a part of their Christian experience?
Who Divided The Bible Into Chapters And Verses?
Anyone who knows about Magna Carta and King John has probably heard of Stephen Langton, the Archbishop of Canterbury who brokered peace between the king and his rebellious barons and made the Great Charter possible. But Stephen Langton has a far greater claim to fame. We take advantage of his deep biblical learning every time… Continue reading Who Divided The Bible Into Chapters And Verses?
What Are the Marks of a False Teacher?
Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes, nor figs from thistles, are they? (Matthew 7:15–16) After warning about false prophets, Jesus tells us what to watch for in identifying them. Because they… Continue reading What Are the Marks of a False Teacher?
Why Does The Bible Repeat Itself?
The Bible, obviously written by inspiration of God, interestingly has many repetitions that make many readers ask “why?” If God is so perfect and all that He does has a purpose behind it, then why did God allow the Bible to have numerous repetitions? Purposeful repeating The Bible contains various repetitions inside its pages. Many… Continue reading Why Does The Bible Repeat Itself?
Who was Ethan the Ezrahite in the Bible?
Ethan the Ezrahite is the songwriter-author of Psalm 89. The title of that psalm says it is “a maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite.” In addition to Psalm 89, Ethan the Ezrahite is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:31 as a wise man, yet not as wise as King Solomon, who “was wiser than anyone else, including Ethan the Ezrahite.” 1 Chronicles… Continue reading Who was Ethan the Ezrahite in the Bible?
Is There Such a Thing as a Former Christian?
For in the case of those who have once been enlightened and have tasted of the heavenly gift and have been made partakers of the Holy Spirit, and have tasted the good word of God and the powers of the age to come, and then have fallen away, it is impossible to renew them again… Continue reading Is There Such a Thing as a Former Christian?
Is Salvation Ongoing?
For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus. (Philippians 1:6) A fourth element of joy is anticipation. Nothing can encourage a Christian so much as the knowledge that, despite life’s uncertainties and difficulties, and no matter how many… Continue reading Is Salvation Ongoing?
What is the difference between praise and worship?
Understanding the difference between praise and worship can bring a new depth to the way we honor the Lord. Throughout the Bible, the commands to “praise the Lord” are too numerous to mention. Angels and the heavenly hosts are commanded to praise the Lord (Psalm 89:5; 103:20; 148:2). All inhabitants of the earth are instructed… Continue reading What is the difference between praise and worship?
Is Generosity Required for Salvation?
And He said to him, “Why are you asking Me about what is good? There is only One who is good; but if you wish to enter into life, keep the commandments.” He said to Him, “Which ones?” And Jesus said, “You shall not commit murder; You shall not commit adultery; You shall not steal;… Continue reading Is Generosity Required for Salvation?