Biblical answers to common questions about faith, doctrine, and Christian living.
A question was submitted about the resurrection. The inquirer concluded that “made alive” (in passages like Romans 6:3-8 and Colossians 2:11-12) is parallel in thought to Paul’s discussion of the resurrection of the body in 1 Corinthians 15. In response, we consider a number of points concerning the New Testament doctrine on the resurrection.
Is the book of Job an historical account? Or is it a fiction invented to teach a valuable lesson?
A church leader teaches that both Christ and the Holy Spirit were created by God. He denies that Jesus and the Holy Spirit possess the nature of deity. What should be done by the faithful of that congregation?
Did God reject Cain’s sacrifice simply because he did not give his best, or was it because it was not a blood sacrifice like Abel’s? Did God require an animal sacrifice (blood sacrifice) on this occasion?
It is not uncommon to hear religious people refer to a minister as “the pastor” of the church. There is no such thing as “the pastor” of a church. The term “pastor” is greatly abused in the community of Christendom.
Many passages in the Bible may seem unusual for a Holy book, such as Proverbs 14:4. However, understanding the broader scope of Divine revelation makes the relevance of these obscure verses clearer.
Some Bible passages affirm that God does not change. Other texts, however, suggest that he does—especially in response to human activity. How do we reconcile these seeming discrepancies?
Recently we argued that God does not speak directly to people today; rather, he communicates his saving will through the Scriptures. A kind reader thinks that Paul’s experience on the Damascus road negates our conclusion. Jason Jackson responds.
Many talk about a “calling” from God. From a biblical standpoint, how does this happen?
Does the Bible recommend that the use of alcoholic beverages can be of assistance in fighting depression? Some have misinterpreted Proverbs 31 to this end.
Does the fact that God doesn’t change mean that he still performs miracles today?
A Samaritan woman told Jesus that she knew about the coming Messiah. How did this lady know this fact?
What is the meaning of the expression, “new heavens and new earth”? Does it refer to the renewal of this planet, or does it signify heaven itself?
What do Bible scholars mean when they speak of the “inspiration” of the Scriptures?
An explanation for an alleged contradiction concerning King Jehoshaphat
A discussion of Paul’s prohibition of braided hair, gold, etc.
What day was Jesus actually raised on? Sunday or the Sabbath?
Did the mother of Jesus ever sin?
We recognize that suicide is wrong, but what if a child takes his own life?
What is the significance of the fish symbol?
