Mark 8:34 reads, “And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.” Jesus here bids all to follow … Continue reading →
We first need to understand that we are speaking of two different dimensions: the physical, material world as one and the super-natural, spiritual world as the other. When a person dies, his soul leaves this physical dimension and enters the … Continue reading →
Yes, Romans four and the example of Abraham does apply to us today. Notice verse 3, “For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.” The context and purpose of Romans 4 … Continue reading →
Ought against another is commonly misunderstood and misapplied. Some have the mistaken idea that at any time and in any way where there may be a difference between brethren, that it constitutes an “ought” against him and you must personally … Continue reading →
Some denominations believe babies are to be baptized while others do not. What do you believe? Upon what have you based your belief? The answer to this question is not subject to one’s feeling, opinion, pastor, council, or decree. Only … Continue reading →
These verses read: “knowing this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture comes from someone’s own interpretation. For no prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by … Continue reading →
Actually, there are six baptisms mentioned in the New Testament: John’s baptism (in water, Luke 3:16), the baptism of suffering (human suffering, Mark 10:39), baptism of the Holy Spirit (Luke 3:16), baptism of fire (hell fire, Matthew 3:11), baptism of … Continue reading →
Jesus did in fact turn water into “wine” – but not intoxicating wine. Abusing John 2:1-11, many condone and promote the drinking of alcoholic beverages. A major assumption, and I emphasize assumption, is made here: the “wine” Jesus made in … Continue reading →
The verse reads, “But if the unbeliever departs, let him depart; a brother or a sister is not under bondage in such cases. But God has called us to peace.” This verse is often referred to in an effort to … Continue reading →
God’s law concerning divorcee and remarriage is stated in Matthew 19:9 “And I say to you: whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another, commits adultery.” (see also Matthew 5:32; Luke 16:18; Romans 7:1-3). In a divorce … Continue reading →
As much as the Bible warns and condemns sin and its consequences, few really believe it and shun away from it. God says, “Abhor what is evil” (Romans 12:9). This means to “shudder, hate or be enraged” at sin. People … Continue reading →
John 6:44 reads, “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him. And I will raise him up on the last day.” Many refer to this verse in an effort to support their man-made doctrine … Continue reading →
Yes. II Timothy 3:16-17 says, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” II Peter … Continue reading →
Many believe and teach that he will. Nowhere do we find this theory taught in the Bible. The theory that He will do so is called Premillennialism; briefly stated, this theory teaches that Christ will return before the millennium. At … Continue reading →
Many are looking for signs that mark the return of Christ, when in fact there will be no sign given. Matthew 24:42 says, “Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.” Much of … Continue reading →
No. Millions of people are looking for the “signs of the second coming” when THERE ARE NO SIGNS! The scriptures people use to establish their belief are not talking about the second coming at all. Matthew 24, where many thing … Continue reading →
Romans 15:4 says, “For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.” The things written “in former days” are the things written in … Continue reading →
The New Testament tells us! Notice these verses from Hebrews, “In that He says, “A new covenant,” He has made the first obsolete. Now what is becoming obsolete and growing old is ready to VANISH AWAY.” (8:13) “For on the … Continue reading →
Many people believe we should keep the ten commandments today. But what does the Bible Say? Let it answer! The ten commandments were given to the Israelites on Mt. Sinai after they left Egypt (Deuteronomy 4:13, 9:9-10). Deuteronomy 5:2-3 says, … Continue reading →
“For Christ did not send me to baptize but to preach the gospel” (1 Corinthians 1:17). This verse is used by denominations in an effort to counteract the New Testament’s teaching regarding baptism being essential for salvation (Mark 16:16; Acts … Continue reading →
