The name Theophilus were mentioned only in two verses in the Bible, Luke 1:3 and Acts 1:1. Luke 1:3 NIV: With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, Acts 1:1 NIV: In my former book, Theophilus, I… Continue reading Who was Theophilus in the Bible?
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Lord’s Prayer Series: The Hallowing Of The Name
Matthew 6:9 Hallowed be your name. “Hallowed be Thy name”–it is probably true that of all the petitions of the Lord’s Prayer this is the one whose meaning we would find it most difficult to express. First, then, let us concentrate on the actual meaning of the words. The word which is translated hallowed is a… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: The Hallowing Of The Name
History and Significance of The City of Philippi in the Bible
Philippi was a city of Macedonia about nine miles from the sea, to the northwest of the island of Thasos, which is twelve miles distant from its port Neapolis, the modern Kavalla. It was named after Philip of Macedon (the father of Alexander the Great), who conquered it about 356 BC and made it into one of one of… Continue reading History and Significance of The City of Philippi in the Bible
Lord’s Prayer Series: The Father In Heaven – Matthew 6:9
Matthew 6:9 Our Father in Heaven. It might well be said that the word Father used of God is a compact summary of the Christian faith. The great value of this word Father is that it settles all the relationships of this life. (i) It settles our relationship to the unseen world. Missionaries tell us that… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: The Father In Heaven – Matthew 6:9
The Journey and Events of Abraham
At the close of the eleventh chapter of Genesis a change is made in the subject of the Bible story. Thus far it has been a history of the entire race; but from this point to the close of Genesis a single family is brought into prominent notice, and the rest of the tribes of men… Continue reading The Journey and Events of Abraham
Who was Silas in the Bible?
sı̄´las (Σίλας , Sı́las, contraction for Σιλουανός, Silouanós, Silvanus), was a leader of the church at Jerusalem, a prophet (Acts 15:22-32), a fellow missionary with Paul, and a “faithful brother” (1 Peter 5:12). His name from the Latin Sylva , “a wood,” implies he was a Hellenistic Jew. He was (Acts 16:37) a Roman citizen. Delegated by the Jerusalem council to accompany Paul… Continue reading Who was Silas in the Bible?
Train up a child in the way he should go
Does the Bible promise that godly parenting will always result in godly children (Proverbs 22:6)? Answer: Proverbs 22:6 notes, “Train up a child in the way he should go; / even when he is old he will not depart from it” (ESV). Does this verse promise that raising children in a godly manner will always… Continue reading Train up a child in the way he should go
Can I ever fulfill what Jesus claims in the Sermon on the Mount? (2)
Can I ever fulfill what Jesus claims in the Sermon on the Mount? Yes, if I look at Jesus with the eyes of faith. No, if I see in him only the teacher and master, the one who demands, gives orders and commands. Jesus is much more than a teacher, he is the son of… Continue reading Can I ever fulfill what Jesus claims in the Sermon on the Mount? (2)
What’s the most common word in Scripture? Five facts you might not know about the Bible
Even Bible nerds need to kick back every now and again. But in case you’re looking for some new trivia to use over the Easter weekend, here are some fun facts about the Bible, courtesy of Bluefield College, Virginia. Andrew Lawrence, an associate vice president for online and distance education, has researched a number of… Continue reading What’s the most common word in Scripture? Five facts you might not know about the Bible
Why you should avoiding cherry-picking verses when reading the Bible
The Word of God remains the most powerful tool that Christians have for living lives victorious. The Bible stands as our reproof and edification in building up our faith in Jesus Christ who all scriptures point to. If a believer wants to maximize His call and His growth in the Lord, they must learn to… Continue reading Why you should avoiding cherry-picking verses when reading the Bible