Genesis 37:1-11 Jacob lived in the land where his father had stayed, the land of Canaan. Now Israel aka Jacob loved Joseph more than any of his other sons, because he had been born to him in his old age; and he made an ornate robe for him. When his brothers saw that their father… Continue reading Joseph the Dreamer
Who were Lois and Eunice in the Bible?
Answer: There is only one mention of Lois and Eunice in the Bible. They were the grandmother and the mother of Paul’s young protégé Timothy. In Paul’s second letter to Timothy, he mentions the faithfulness of these women in raising Timothy with such a devout and fervent faith. He writes, “I am reminded of your sincere faith,… Continue reading Who were Lois and Eunice in the Bible?
What happened on the road to Emmaus?
The events on the road to Emmaus are discussed in Luke 24. In this final chapter of Luke’s Gospel, we read of two disciples (Cleopas and one unnamed) of Jesus who were walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus on the day that Jesus rose from the dead. As they traveled, a man joined them—the resurrected Jesus,… Continue reading What happened on the road to Emmaus?
The Bible Commands us to Help the Weak and Poor
The Bible is filled with reminders to help the poor and weak. Through these Bible verses, we can can know where God’s concern is and align with His heart more. Our God is a God of justice, and He is looking for faithful servants who can be His hands and feet, as well as those… Continue reading The Bible Commands us to Help the Weak and Poor
Is it important to know Greek and Hebrew when studying the Bible?
Question: “Is it important to know Greek and Hebrew when studying the Bible?” Answer: Martin Luther, the great Protestant reformer, wrote the following in regard to the importance of understanding Greek and Hebrew when studying the Bible: “The languages are the sheath in which the sword of the Spirit is contained.” God sovereignly chose to have… Continue reading Is it important to know Greek and Hebrew when studying the Bible?
I Just Decided to Follow Jesus, Now What?
“I accepted Jesus—now what?” This is a little bit of a loaded question. Many people, even Christians, are confused about what we do as Christians. This is important to remember: we do not have to “do” anything to be a Christian. All we have to do is accept that Jesus died on the cross for… Continue reading I Just Decided to Follow Jesus, Now What?
The Hindu And The Anthill
The Word became human and lived here on earth among us (John 1:14). Dear friends: God lovingly works in many mysterious ways to communicate His great message of love and forgiveness to people of all nations, tribes, languages and cultures, and in ways they can best understand. There was a man from India who was a devout… Continue reading The Hindu And The Anthill
The true meaning of Christmas – What is it?
The origin of Christmas is the “Christ mass” or the yearly church gathering in which the birth of Jesus was celebrated. The Bible offers many reasons for why believers celebrate the birth of Jesus as the true meaning of Christmas. First, the birth of Jesus fulfilled many Old Testament prophecies. Isaiah 7:14 notes, “Therefore the Lord himself… Continue reading The true meaning of Christmas – What is it?
What does the Bible say about homosexuality? Is homosexuality a sin?
The Bible consistently tells us that homosexual activity is a sin (Genesis 19:1-13; Leviticus 18:22; 20:13; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9). Romans 1:26-27 teaches specifically that homosexuality is a result of denying and disobeying God. When people continue in sin and unbelief, God “gives them over” to even more wicked and depraved sin in order to show them the futility and… Continue reading What does the Bible say about homosexuality? Is homosexuality a sin?
20 Bible Verses on Justice
The Bible has plenty to say about justice. Here are 20 Bible verses that speak of God’s justice to encourage you! Romans 12:19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” Proverbs 21:15 When justice is done, it is a… Continue reading 20 Bible Verses on Justice