Category: Bible Study

What does it mean that Jesus is the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6)?

In Isaiah’s prophecy about the coming Messiah, he says: “For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us;And the government will rest on His shoulders;And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Eternal Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6). In a world filled with war and violence, it’s… Continue reading What does it mean that Jesus is the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6)?

The Importance of Saying AMEN

What does “Amen” mean?  The Hebrew word translated “amen” literally means “truly” or “so be it.” “Amen” is also found in the Greek New Testament and has the same meaning. Nearly half of the Old Testament uses of amen are found in the book of Deuteronomy. In each case, the people are responding to curses… Continue reading The Importance of Saying AMEN

What Does the Bible Say about shyness or being shy?

The Bible doesn’t specifically address shyness, but God does say He wants us to interact with people through serving them, discipling them, and telling them the good news. Some people develop shyness because they place too much importance on what other people think of them. They retreat and decide, actively or passively, to not interact… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about shyness or being shy?

Is God Opposed to Pleasure?

Question: “Is God opposed to pleasure?” Answer: Some people imagine God as a cruel task master opposed to all fun or pleasure. To them, He is the God of all-seriousness or the God of rules. But this is not an accurate, biblical picture of God. God created us with the ability to experience pleasure. Several Scriptures speak… Continue reading Is God Opposed to Pleasure?