Paradise is mentioned three times in Scripture, first in Luke 23:43. These few references tell us something vital about what God has in store for us...
one, scripture certainly seems to present Judas as part of the true church, and I put it like this in its syllogism, the major premise apostles or members of the body of Christ, the minor premise Judas was an apostle, the conclusion therefore Judas was a member of the body of Christ. ...
The Scripture Verses I believe there are 5 key Scripture verses that need to be grouped together to get what God’s opinion may really be on this issue. I will go ahead and run them all together, and then comment on how I feel they may be shedding some light on this very controversial...
Third person: "When I was young I had a clear picture of what hell is like — flames and a devil with horns and a pitchfork. But a person gets over this, just as he does with Santa Claus." Fourth person: "I would rather not think about it." Fifth person: "I have never thought...
The Holy Spirit works with an active mind, not a passive one. When the Bible says to meditate on God’s word, it means to think about, to chew on, to try and figure out what the different Scripture verses mean. It does not mean to totally blank your mind out waiting for illumination...
Scripture also refers to those whom God has “elected” (Greek,eklektos, “chosen”), and theologians often link this term to predestination, understanding the elect as those God has predestined to salvation. Because the Bible mentions predestination, all Christian groups have a belief in the con...
which states "Pride goes before a fall." The story of the fall of the Devil, Lucifer, perhaps exemplifies this best, but many other tales from scripture also get the idea across. One of the most well-known describes how King David, taking advantage of his political power, sent the husban...
That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” James 4:6 For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted." Luke 14:11 Christian Quotes about Humility "You can have no greater sign of confirmed ...
Did Jesus Christ say, “I say to you, today you will be with Me in paradise” or, “I say to you today, you will be with Me in paradise” (at the Second Coming)? Here is one translation that put the comma in the place that lines up with all other scripture. Luke 23:43 TS98...
The wounds and agony Jesus suffered on the cross help us remember the dedication and love of Father and Son. The grief of his mother, Mary, and the followers of Jesus, are shared in Scripture. Hearing or reading the word of God can bring us closer to Him. Through sharing fellowship...