What does the Bible say about Ruth? The story of Ruth is one of the most beloved historical narratives in the Old Testament. Yet, frequently, readers will confess that they have trouble understanding the doctrine or application of this particular book. Let’s see what Ruth has to teach us. Christian quotes about ruth “A “Ruth” [...]
What does the Bible say about favor? Can I ask you a favor? We often say this, but could the word “favor” have more meaning than we realize? The online dictionary defines favor as “an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual.” Considering this definition, when we ask a favor, we’re potentially asking [...]
Bible verses about who God is We can know that there is a God by observing the created world around us. One of the biggest questions in man’s heart is, “Who is God?” We must turn to Scripture for the answer to this pressing question. The Bible is totally sufficient for telling us all about [...]
We only know a little about Jesus’s earthly life before his ministry. Scripture doesn’t mention his early life except for his birth, plus when he was 12 years old, he stayed in Jerusalem after Passover instead of going home with his family. Even the age he started his ministry is vague. Scripture tells us he [...]
What does the Bible say new creation? Thousands of years ago, God created the first man and woman: Adam and Eve. Now, God says that we who believe in Him are a new creation. “Whoever is in Christ is a new creation: the old things have passed away; behold, new things have come” (2 Corinthians [...]
How old is God? A few years ago, The Guardian newspaper asked that question, getting different answers from various people.[i] A humanistic answer was that God is a figment of our imaginations, and thus he (or she) is as old as the evolution of philosophical thought. One person answered that Jahveh (Yahweh), the Israelite God, [...]
The NRSV and NIV Bibles take different approaches to translating the Word of God and making it readable to modern people. Take a look at the differences and similarities to gain a better understanding each version and find which works best for your needs. Both offer unique options worthy of noting. Origin of the NRSV [...]
The Roman Catholic Church and Eastern Orthodox Church have a long history and many shared doctrines and traditions. However, both churches have significant differences with each other and even greater differences with evangelical churches. History of the Roman Catholic church and Eastern Orthodox Roman Catholics and Eastern Orthodox were originally one church, claiming the “apostolic [...]
Have you ever checked out a church’s website and seen that they identify as “Evangelical?” Or perhaps you’ve seen a Christian author, musician, or popular speaker described as Evangelical or Protestant. What do the words “Protestant” or “Evangelical” mean to you? This article will explore the origins of both Christian movements. How are they alike [...]
What are the major differences between the Bible and the Book of Mormon? Is the Book of Mormon reliable? Can we view it with the same regard as we view the Bible? Can anything helpful be gleaned from it? Authors The Bible Voddie Baucham at the Ever Loving Truth Conference in 2016 said, “I [...]
