Some teach that the Church will be raptured before the events that begin in Revelation 4:1. This teaching is based on the argument that since the term Church is not used in chapters 4–21 of Revelation, the Church must no longer be on earth at that time. However, this assumption is based on silence rather … Continue reading Where is the Church in the Book of Revelation?
Matthew 24 and the Fig Tree
Matthew 24:32-33 "Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near. 33 So you also, when you see all these things, know that it is near—at the doors!" Many Christians have been taught that in Matthew 24:32 that the … Continue reading Matthew 24 and the Fig Tree
Explanation of The Names Of God
The concept of Name. Especially in Hebrew thought but also in nearly all cultures there was the conception that the appellation by which someone was known in some way communicated something of his character. Hence especially in the Hebrew mentality the concept of name was very important.. The Personal Character of a Name In addition … Continue reading Explanation of The Names Of God
Medical Doctor Reveals Love Story of Horror
(Parental warning: violent and bloody content) Medical doctor Mark Eastman helps us understand an act of love that may make your skin crawl, the likes which have never been seen anywhere, before or since. Read it, shudder, and maybe weep. Most everyone is familiar with the phrase, "Greater love has no one than this, that … Continue reading Medical Doctor Reveals Love Story of Horror
Who and What causes Sickness?
Let us begin by asking a very important question: “How did sickness enter this world?” Our answer is found in Romans 5:12, “Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned”. Then physical death and all that produces … Continue reading Who and What causes Sickness?
Is Baptism Part of Salvation?
The problem here is a western mindset trying to understand and take apart something that was never meant to be separated. Baptisms were always done as part of a conversion in the bible. For example, when Philip preaches to the Ethiopian eunuch what is his response to the gospel? "Here is some water. What would … Continue reading Is Baptism Part of Salvation?
The Word Tenses of Salvation
Let us consider several passages that speak of salvation — from varying “time” vantage points. Future Salvation In the Great Commission, according to Mark’s record, Jesus said: “He who believes and is baptised shall be saved...” (Mark 16:16). This passage speaks of the sinner who has never known Christ, but who learns of the Lord, … Continue reading The Word Tenses of Salvation
Does the Grace in Ephesians 2:8-9 Exclude Baptism?
In one of the most thrilling statements about salvation, Paul penned these words in his letter to the church at Ephesus. For by grace have you been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not of works, that no man should glory (Ephesians 2:8-9). The passage is one … Continue reading Does the Grace in Ephesians 2:8-9 Exclude Baptism?
What is Love as Defined by the Bible?
What is love? Everybody seems to believe that love is a good thing. However, not all agree what is love. Is love that warm touchy-feely feeling a person has when he is with a familiar person? According to the Bible, love is caring in action. Love isn't what we feel, but what we do. Introduction … Continue reading What is Love as Defined by the Bible?
Counting with Greek Numbers
Count with Greek numbers The ancient Greeks originally had a number system like the Romans, but in the 4th century BC, they started using this system. It was a number system closer to Arabic numbers (our own number system). Instead of counting I, II, III like the Egyptians or the Romans, they had different symbols … Continue reading Counting with Greek Numbers
Biblical Teaching to Equip Every Christian 