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Do Colors Have Special Meanings When Used In The Bible?

What are the significances of the colors in the Bible? Do they have a special meaning? The Rainbow Almost every time I see a rainbow I don’t think of Noah first; I think of God’s promise that “the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh” (Gen 9:15). Interestingly, the rainbow can appear […]

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Why Was There Polygamy In The Old Testament?

by Jack Wellman

Why did God allow polygamy in the Old Testament? Was it a command or was it forbidden? What is Polygamy? Polygamy is the state of being married to more than one partner, regardless of whether it’s a man having many wives or a wife having many husbands. Typically it’s the male that has many wives […]

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What Does Propitiation Mean?

by Jack Wellman

What does the word “propitiation” mean when used within the context of Scripture? What does it teach us about God and specifically, about Christ? Propitiation is… The secular or worldly definition of propitiation is hard to separate from the biblical definition. It basically means the conciliation or a conciliatory act by someone. If we had […]

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Can The Bible Become An Idol?

by Jack Wellman

The question might seem ridiculous at first but can the Bible actually become an idol? The answer might surprise you. Idolatry Idolatry is the worship of anything or anyone, regardless of what it is. Some people worship money by investing their whole life into pursuing it. Some people make their job or position in life […]

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5 Important Life Lessons From The Book Of Esther

by Jack Wellman

Here are 5 important lessons that I learned from the Book of Esther. Silence Doesn’t Mean it’s not There The Book of Esther never mentions God by name, there is never the word “prayer” uttered, and the only spiritual discipline that is mentioned is fasting but that never says anything about prayer and fasting. It […]

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My Favorite KJV (King James Version) Bible Scriptures About Hope

by Pamela Rose Williams

One common dictionary definition of hope is “the feeling that what is wanted can be had or that events will turn out for the best” (1). As a Christian I often equate hope with trust. Hope and trust in eternal life is blessed for those who count Jesus as their personal Savior. Here are my […]

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What Does The Bible Say About Obtaining Wealth? A Christian Study

by Dr. Michael L. Williams

No matter where you live, there’s a lot of division in the world today. One area of division that is a favorite amongst politicians is the divide between rich and poor. Some politicians make it their theme to demonize the wealthy. Likewise, they also make it a point to convince people that the reason they […]

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What Is The Definition Of Firmament In The Bible?

by Dr. Michael L. Williams

There are many versions of the Bible on the market, but one version has remained popular for several centuries. That version is the King James Version. However, many people choose not to use the King James Version because they do not understand many of the Old English words. One word in particular is the word […]

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What Does The Bible Say About Rebellion? A Christian Study

by Dr. Michael L. Williams

Today, more than ever, the idea of being against authority has become mainstream. In fact, some would say that if you do not question authority, then you are part of a corrupt system seeking to oppress people. From schoolteachers to police officers to parents, rebelling against the authority of any of these is considered by […]

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How Does The Bible Define Patience?

by Dr. Michael L. Williams

It is no secret that technology and innovation has made routine tasks easier and quicker. We now have restaurants that can produce a family size meal for drive-through customers in seconds. We also have cameras on police officers, news coverage, and personal cell phones that record events on the ground as they unfold. With these […]

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