2017 September

Were Adam and Eve Saved?

Were Adam and Eve doomed to hell since they sinned in the Garden or were Adam and Eve saved? The Fall When Adam and Eve were in the Garden, they had the opportunity for eternal life, but when they disobeyed God by taking of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, they did […]

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8 Characteristics of a Faithful Christian Servant

by Pamela Rose Williams

Most folks know what it means to be a servant. But do you know what it means to be a faithful servant? Let’s see what guidance the Bible can give us regarding at least 8 characteristics of a faithful Christian servant. Colossians 3:12–13 “Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels […]

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Why Don’t Christians Look More Joyful?

by Jack Wellman

Don’t you think Christians should be the most joyful people on the planet? Why don’t the redeemed look more like the Redeemer? Biblical Joy The Hebrew word for joy is an interesting word. It comes from the Hebrew word “simchah” and can mean “joy, gladness, pleasure,” as in having “the joy of God,” but another […]

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Why Do Some Christians Seem So Judgmental?

by Jack Wellman

Why are some Christians more judgmental than most? What can justify their judging others? Judge Not The Bible verse and actual quote of Jesus, “Judge not, that you be not judged” is taken out of context quite frequently, especially if someone’s caught doing something wrong. The actual verse is a lot more than “Judge not, […]

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Saving for Retirement

by Guest

By Waldean Wall How much should I save for retirement? Should I save for retirement or increase my giving? As someone who has worked with money for over 40 years, I have found these to be very trying and difficult questions – especially for the Christian. With the center of our thought resting on the glory of […]

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The Last Days According To Jesus

by Jack Wellman

What are the last days before His return going to be like? Jesus explains the days prior to His second coming. The Apostle Paul Jesus spoke a lot about the end times, as far as things leading up to the destruction of the Temple and Jerusalem in 70 AD, but so did the Apostle Paul, […]

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How People Take Bible Texts Out Of Context

by Jack Wellman

Here’s how to make sure someone doesn’t try to “proof text” you or take a Bible verse out of context. Proof Texting How do so many Christians and atheists take texts out of context to make them a pretext? They proof text certain verses to support their position, and often don’t take the verse in […]

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What Name Does God Give To The Wicked?

by Dr. Michael L. Williams

We live in a time where people are quick to label others. However, too often the labels we give to others have nothing to do with whom they really are. Instead, we label them to judge them as being someone or something that is undesirable or wicked. Therefore, before we apply any label or name […]

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Why Did Jesus Have To Cleanse The Temple?

by Jack Wellman

Jesus cleansed the temple twice, but why did He do it? Den of Thieves The Temple in the first century, at the time Jesus’ earthly ministry occurred, the Temple had truly become a “den of thieves,” meaning they were ripping off innocent people who were forced to convert their currency into a currency the Temple […]

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What Does It Mean To Fear The Lord?

by Jack Wellman

What does it mean to fear God or fear the Lord? What type of fear is it speaking about? Human Fear A little fear is a good thing because that makes us cautious when climbing ladders, using power tools, or driving a car. Fear is what keeps us alive and as long as it isn’t […]

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