Did God Create Evil (Isaiah 45:7)?

Does the Bible Teach that God is the Originator of Evil

The problem of evil is one of the arguments commonly brought up when talking about the existence of God. Atheists often ask, “If a morally upright God exists, why doesn’t he stop all bad things from happening?” Often people claim that God Himself created evil. And you know what? They even use the Scriptures, particularly … Read more

A Letter from Jeremiah to the Exiles

Jeremiah Writes to the Exiles in Babylon

Jeremiah 29 records several letters: one from Jeremiah to the exiles, including reference to a letter concerning Jewish false prophets in Babylon to which Jeremiah replied; one from Shemaiah to the Temple priests, concerning Jeremiah; and one from Jeremiah to the exiles concerning Shemaiah. Let us examine Jeremiah’s letters and see how the principles he … Read more

Why is the Fear of the Lord the Beginning of Knowledge?

Fear God and keep His commandments. - Ecclesiastes 12:13

The fear of the Lord is a topic mentioned frequently in Scripture, especially in the book of Proverbs where it appears eighteen times. King Solomon wrote in Proverbs 1:7, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” But what is the fear of the Lord and why is it the beginning of knowledge? … Read more

What is the Doctrine of Purgatory?

Does the Bible Mention Purgatory?

The Bible teaches that death closes the period of probation that all of us have here on earth and after death comes the judgment (Hebrews 9:27). All those who die will spend eternity in heaven or hell. But before we reach our final destination, everyone is in a state of conscious existence after death. Believers … Read more

In the World but Not of this World

Do not Conform to the Patterns of this World

While teaching believers about the essential doctrines of the faith, the apostle Paul never failed to admonish them how to live their lives as followers of Christ. Clearly, Paul had a constant concern for Christians living in the world while remaining free from the world. Bible Verse: Ephesians 4:17-18 “This I say, therefore, and testify … Read more

Safety and Security in the Arms of God

Safe and Secure in God's Loving Arms

Do you ever have trouble falling asleep? Do the pressures of your job, family, or finances push a restful night’s sleep out of reach? Considering everything that is going on today not only in your community but also in many countries all around the world, I can’t really fault you for having sleepless nights. But … Read more

Should Christians be Afraid of Dying?

Should Christians be Afraid of Dying

Scripture tells us that this life is not all that there is. Indeed, we are beings made for eternity. Death is the doorway to eternity for each of us and this eternity will be one of conscious existence. Needless to say, each person must be prepared. So the obvious question is, “Should we be afraid … Read more