What type of clothing did those living in Jesus’ earthly ministry days wear? What did Jesus wear? Dressing in Modesty The Apostle Peter wrote to women that “Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight” (1st Pet 3:3-4). Paul wrote “that... Read more
What did people in biblical times do for fun or as entertainment? Medicine for the Body The proverbs say “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones” (17:22) and medical science has proven this to be true because when a person has lost all hope also has an increased risk for cancer, disease, and sickness. On the other hand, laughter or a cheerful heart is like a health elixir as “A glad heart makes... Read more
Is it sin to gamble? What does the Bible say about gambling? Is it permissible for Christians to gamble? The Bible on Gambling Actually the Bible does not strictly say “You shall not gamble” but there is more to it than this. The Bible doesn’t say “You shall not rob banks” either but we know this is true because “You shall not steal” is a command from God so what do we do when the Bible is silent on something... Read more
What does the Bible say about destiny or our destiny? If so, how can we learn it? Our Election The Book of Ephesians makes it clear that you were not called to Christ by your own efforts but by God Himself. The Book of Ephesians says “he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love he predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ, according to... Read more
Is there any reason that a Christian should not celebrate Christmas? Jesus’ Birthday My late mother had no idea when she was born. She had a good idea of the year but not the day of the year so she just picked Valentine’s Day to observe it since it was all about love. That and the fact that she believed she was born sometime in February. Her birth certificate was lost when she was just a child so she had... Read more
Should women be allowed to be a preacher or a pastor? What does the Bible have to say about women preachers or pastors? The Body of Christ We are told to make our election and calling sure (2nd Pet 2:1) but the calling of an office or position of pastor is different from the call of God for salvation. There is said to be a threefold calling when a pastor is called. There is the internal calling where there is... Read more
Should parents try to pressure children into being saved? What is wrong with this approach? Preach the Gospel We are compelled to preach the gospel to all people (Matt 28:19-20) but particularly to our own children. A parent’s first earthly ministry is their immediate family but even adults must humble themselves before God will give them His grace (James 4:6) just as Jesus said “anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter... Read more
Why is it important for church youth to ask questions? What is good about it? No Question about It I heard one teacher years ago say that there are no dumb question…the only dumb question is the one that is not asked. There are no questions that are beyond being asked. The youth should feel free to ask any question and be free from worry about asking it. What would any of us learn if we never asked question? How... Read more
Why is it important for believers to have a church home? What are the benefits and what are the detriments to attending and not attending church? The Command to Assemble The 10th chapter of Hebrews frequently includes the words “us” and “we” so the author is apparently writing to the church and this would include us if we are believers so the “us” and “we” is you and me. The author commands us to “consider how to stir up one... Read more
Does the Bible and science conflict with one another? A Book about the Heavens The Bible is not a book about the heavens…it is a book about how to get there, however there is science within the pages of Scripture like in Job 26:7 which says “He stretches out the north over the void and hangs the earth on nothing.” In antiquity you’ve probably seen the planet resting on Atlas’ shoulders, on an elephant, and just about anything else imaginable... Read more
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