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Why did Hezekiah smash the bronze snake that Moses had made? (2 Kings 18:4)

Posted on September 23, 2019 by admin — No Comments ↓

And the LORD said unto Moses, Make thee a fiery serpent, and set it upon a pole: and it shall come to pass, that every one that is bitten, when he looketh upon it, shall live. (Numbers 21:8)

Hezekiah was one of the good kings in a long line of bad to worse kings that descended from Solomon’s sin of idolatry because of his foreign wives (1 Kings 11:1-3). Hezekiah restored the temple after his father, Ahaz, had defiled it and shut down the Levitical priesthood. You can read about this amazing work in 2 Chronicles 29-31. In Continue reading Why did Hezekiah smash the bronze snake that Moses had made? (2 Kings 18:4)→

Biblical exhortation about interpreting eschatology

Posted on May 24, 2019 by admin — No Comments ↓

Eschatology is a popular branch of study within Christian theology dealing with the “last things.” Eschatology, from two Greek words meaning “last” (ἔσχατος) and “study” (-λογία), is the study of ‘end things’ (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_eschatology). Here are some Biblical exhortations, warnings, and precautions about studying and interpreting eschatology. These are like the warnings about lack of preparation for almost every activity. There Continue reading Biblical exhortation about interpreting eschatology→

Ephesians 4:3 Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit

Posted on April 6, 2019 by admin

Ironically, this little verse about unity has caused more fighting, more division, and more heartache than almost any other verse… Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. (Ephesians 4:3) There are Christian groups teaching it is your responsibility, it is your work, and it is your endeavor that makes the unity in this verse. These groups Continue reading Ephesians 4:3 Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit→

The Greek preposition eis (an important key to unlocking difficult Bible truths)

Posted on March 13, 2019 by admin — No Comments ↓

There is a short 3-letter Greek preposition eis that occurs more than 1700 times in the New Testament. It is particularly profoundly important because it indicates “the point reached or entered, of place, time, purpose, result.” If this word occurs in a sentence, we need to consider what it is telling us about the relationship before we can understand the actual Continue reading The Greek preposition eis (an important key to unlocking difficult Bible truths)→

What is hell?

Posted on February 10, 2019 by admin — No Comments ↓

Some false religions deny the existence of hell. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist. And many people me, “I don’t believe in hell.” As if that solves the problem. What you don’t see can’t hurt you. I usually tell them, “I don’t believe in you, yet here you are.” You see, my belief doesn’t change the truth. Our dignified Continue reading What is hell?→

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10 ways prayers are hindered — Prayers are an important part of the Christian life. They are worship, supplication, and confession; therefore, we don't want them to be hindered.

12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw God — Here are 12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw the glory and majesty of God more overwhelming than the best CGI in any movie.

Can two walk together, except they be agreed? — Does Amos 3:3 require Christians to be in absolute uniformity on everything in order to have fellowship?

7 ways to restore the joy of your salvation — We have all walked through the slough of despond. It happens to everyone. Here are 7 proven ways to restore your joy.

God has numbered all my days and written them in his book — God has numbered all my days and written them in his book. I don't have to worry because that won't change no matter what happens around me.