All throughout the Bible, God instructs us to love one another, which is the greatest commandment He gives us. But what does it mean to love one another? Trying to offer love to everyone can seem difficult at first. Human nature is to avoid situations or people that make us uncomfortable...
“But what does the Biblesay?” As Christians living in the midst of controversy, we must keep three things open: our heads, our hearts, and our Bibles. Don’t settle for slogans and put-downs. Don’t look to bumper stickers and Facebook avatars for ethical direction. And don’t give...
What Does the Bible Say about Holiness? The biblical definition of “holy” is someone who is sacred – set apart spiritually for a good purpose. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word “qodesh” is used for “holy.” In the New Testament, the Greek word “hagios” represents “holy.” ...
Christians will not find the word “suicide” in Scripture, but the fact of suicide is seen throughout Scripture as an evidence of the struggle some have with the effects of mankind’s fallen nature. The Bible teaches that Satan, the father of lies, come
What Does the Bible Say About Sexuality? God's Word has a high view of sexuality, and it affects everyone—regardless of orientation. There's no question that we live in changing times. Many Christians are looking for ways to uphold God's truth with love and grace. This is especially tru...
There are some who claim that the Bible does not condemn homosexuality. They say that verses are cited out of context and really don’t condemn the loving, honest relationship between two people of the same sex. But is that true?
have compassion according to the multitude of his loving kindnesses. For he does not afflict willingly, nor grieve the children of men. Jeremiah 16:19 Yahweh, my strength, and my stronghold, and my refuge in the day of affliction, to you shall the nations come from the ends of the...
Understanding the Biblical Concept of 'Love Your Enemies' Loving our enemies is a foreign concept. Love and enemies are words that seem mutually exclusive. Putting the two together raises questions. When the Bible tells us to love our enemies what does that mean? Who said it? Why? How?
What Does the Bible Say about Narcissists? 1. They Are Lovers of self Self-absorbed people will look in the mirror and admire their outward beauty; falling in love with themselves. They think they’re more special than others, or should be given special treatment. They may spend excessive ...
What does the Bible say about God knowing everything about us? God never forgets anythingbecause, from before the beginning of time through all of eternity, He always has known and always will know everything there is to know about everyone and everything. Our God is omniscient. ...