Jesus *might* return in the near future! Here’s why: *Disclaimer: the following theory is dubious, because it was calculated using our solar calendar, whereas the Bible uses the Jewish lunar calendar year of 360 days. Keep that in mind!* The Story of humanity walking with God is laid out in its entirety in Genesis Chapter… Continue reading Messiah 2030?
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Garments in the Bible: What do they symbolize?
Garments are a recurring theme in the Bible. Only when it is meaningful are clothes described. So what do they symbolize? Let’s find out! We are introduced to garments in the Bible in the book of Genesis. “Then the eyes of both of them [Adam and Eve] were opened, and they realized they were naked;… Continue reading Garments in the Bible: What do they symbolize?
For Sadness
Whether you have depression or are just going through a rough season of life, the following Bible verses will help supercharge your prayers and get you the comfort you need. “You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light.” Psalms 18:28 NIV “You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my… Continue reading For Sadness
The Testimony of Stephen (which got him killed)
The following passage is taken from Acts Chapter 7. Saint Stephen is speaking. “Brothers and fathers, listen to me! The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham while he was still in Mesopotamia, before he lived in Harran. ‘Leave your country and your people,’ God said, ‘and go to the land I will show… Continue reading The Testimony of Stephen (which got him killed)
A Summary of the Faith, the Testimony of Paul
“Standing up, Paul motioned with his hand and said: “Fellow Israelites and you Gentiles who worship God, listen to me! The God of the people of Israel chose our ancestors; he made the people prosper during their stay in Egypt; with mighty power he led them out of that country; for about forty years he… Continue reading A Summary of the Faith, the Testimony of Paul
For Forgiveness
When you have sinned and need forgiveness, pray one or more of the following Bible verses to God to make your prayer even more effective. “Do not remember the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways; according to your love remember me, for you, Lord, are good. Good and upright is the Lord; therefore… Continue reading For Forgiveness
For When You are Under Attack
When you are under attack, pray one or more of the following verses to God, who will hear and deliver you from your enemies. “Because the poor are plundered and the needy groan, I will now arise,” says the Lord. “I will protect them from those who malign them.”” Psalms 12:5 NIV “You, Lord, will… Continue reading For When You are Under Attack
On Heaven
What will heaven be like? In order to keep your eyes fixed on the “prize” at the end of our struggles, it would be helpful to get a good strong sense of what that prize is. The prize we all hope for is, of course, heaven. To catch a glimpse of what heaven will be… Continue reading On Heaven
On Suffering
If there is an all-powerful, all-loving God, then why do good people have to suffer? I have grappled with this question all my life, and I have been a believer all my life. And I have known suffering. I have spent most of my life dealing with chronic illness, and chronic pain; and then I… Continue reading On Suffering
Idol Worship: closer than you might think
In the Bible, an idol is an image/likeness/statue of a human or animal, crafted by human hands, that people worship. It is easy to find passages condemning idol worship in the Bible. It is one of the most common themes in the Bible, and it is even one of the 10 commandments. Most Christians know… Continue reading Idol Worship: closer than you might think