Bible verses about killing Murder is always sinful in Scripture, but killing is condoned. For example, you wake up at night while someone is breaking in your house. You don’t know what they are packing or what they came to do so in self-defense you shoot them. This is a justifiable killing. If someone breaks [...]
What does the Bible say about revival? The recent revival at Asbury University that has spread to several other Christian and secular colleges has sparked much debate. What, exactly, is revival, and why is it important? How do we pray for revival, and is there anything else we should do to encourage it? What hinders [...]
Followers of Jesus Christ are promised many things in this life, but we aren’t promised the power to speak things into existence. Having that kind of power would be wonderful, but only God has this much power. So, why do we hear Christian teachings on this topic? How did they come to this conclusion? Here [...]
Bible verses about blaming God Are you always blaming God for your problems? We should never blame or be angry at God especially for our own foolishness, mistakes, and sins. We say things like, “God why didn’t you stop me from making that decision? Why did you put that person in my life who caused [...]
Bible verses about uncertainty Life is full of ups and downs. If we think that life is all about being happy, we will be sorely disappointed. If we think that all God wants is for us to be happy, then we will think that our religion has failed when we are not happy. We need [...]
What does the Bible say about dogs? The word dog is used many times in Scripture, but it’s not talking about cute house pets. When the word is used it’s usually talking about unholy people or half wild or wild dangerous animals who usually roam the streets in packs for food. They are dirty and [...]
Dear Dreamer, Where are your thoughts today? What is the overriding feeling in your heart? Are you feeling bold and courageous, or are there fears lingering in the corners, whispering to you and keeping you from joy? What is this fear anyway? Why does it creep into us in these weak and weary days when [...]
What does the Bible say about bullying? It never feels good to be bullied. I know sometimes you probably feel maybe I should punch the person, but violence is not the answer. Christians should pray to God, pray for the bully, and try to help the bully. You never know what someone is going through. [...]
Biblical definition of hell “Hell” is the place where those who reject the Lordship of Jesus Christ will experience the wrath and justice of God for all of eternity. Theologian Wayne Grudem defined “Hell” as “…a place of eternal conscious punishment for the wicked.[1]” It is mentioned many times throughout the scriptures. 17th Century Puritan, [...]
Bible verses about losing salvation Many people ask questions like is eternal security biblical? Can Christians lose their salvation? The answer to these questions is that a true believer can never lose their salvation. They are eternally secure. Once saved always saved! It is dangerous when people say we can lose our salvation, which is [...]