History has a long list of people who hate each other because of difference in nationality, philosophy, culture, and religion. Christians have a fair share of haters during the time of Christ. Yet, the Bible teaches to accept these haters and not reciprocate their wrong actions. Jesus Christ, who is the perfect, sinless Son of… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Haters?
Lord’s Prayer Series: The Prayer For Reverence ( Matthew 6:9 Continued)
Matthew 6:9b: hallowed be your name. Is there, then, one word in English for giving to God the unique place which his nature and character demand? There is such a word, and the word is reverence. This petition is a prayer that we should be enabled to reverence God as God deserves to be reverenced.… Continue reading Lord’s Prayer Series: The Prayer For Reverence ( Matthew 6:9 Continued)
Who was Abaddon / Apollyon in the Bible?
Abaddon, or Apollyon ( A-Bâd’Dŏn or A-Pŏl’Yŏn ). The former name is Hebrew and the latter Greek, and both signify The Destroyer. The word is only found in the New Testament in Revelation 9:11. Revelation 9:11 KJVAnd they had a king over them, which is the angel of the bottomless pit, whose name in the Hebrew tongue is Abaddon, but in the Greek… Continue reading Who was Abaddon / Apollyon in the Bible?
Why Biblical Christianity Is Intolerable in an Age of “Tolerance”
In these postmodern times, tolerance is the supreme virtue of the public square. Tolerant people can be broad thinkers, open-minded, and charitable to every worldview—every worldview, that is, except biblical Christianity. The authoritative demands of Jesus Christ are beyond the threshold of postmodern tolerance. In this postmodern era, one virtue is esteemed above all others:… Continue reading Why Biblical Christianity Is Intolerable in an Age of “Tolerance”
What Does the Bible Say about Widows and Orphans?
In ancient times, widows and orphans are among the poorest people in any given town or city. Why? That’s because women were not allowed to have the usual work that men have, and if a woman’s husband dies, and he did not have any near kinsman to support the widow, then she would solely depend… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Widows and Orphans?
Discipline of Prayer
“Now when Daniel knew that the document was signed, he entered his house (now in his roof chamber he had windows open toward Jerusalem); and he continued kneeling on his knees three times a day praying and giving thanks before his God, as he had been doing previously.” DANIEL 6:10 The greatest athletes became great not… Continue reading Discipline of Prayer
5 Bible verses for times of confusion and indecision
God is able to drive away confusion and help us make the right decisions that we need to make in life. And since He is good, we can always run to Him for help whenever such circumstances arise. Are you in a period of confusion and darkness resulting in difficulties when it comes to making… Continue reading 5 Bible verses for times of confusion and indecision
Before Greatness Comes the Breaking
The Father knows best. We always look at our biological parents, our earthly fathers and mothers as people that truly knows the best for us. Perhaps because of paternal instincts or their wisdom from the past experiences that served as a guiding thrust to the children’s path, desiring only the best for their offspring. Same… Continue reading Before Greatness Comes the Breaking
What Does the Bible Say about Problem Solving?
The Bible says everyone encounters problems, whether they believe God or not. But there is a promise that whatever trial or problem a man faces, it is never more difficult than what he can handle. But if this is true, then why do some people fail to solve their problems? The answer lies in where… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Problem Solving?
What does the Bible teach about election?
Election is the act of God whereby in eternity past He chose those who will be saved. Election is unconditional, because it does not depend on anything outside of God, such as good works or foreseen faith (Romans 9:16). This doctrine is repeatedly taught in the Bible, and is also demanded by our knowledge of God.… Continue reading What does the Bible teach about election?