My Thoughts on Luke 1:31-33

I love Christmastime because so many in our culture think a lot about Jesus during this time.  While the actual holiday of Christmas nor the actual birth date of Jesus are not found in the Bible, nonetheless most of us think about Him and His birth these days.  So if you are one who thinks a lot about a little baby in a manger in Bethlehem during this month, I encourage you to take some time to also think about what Gabriel said to Mary that her boy would become.  Mary’s son – God’s Son – is currently King of kings and Lord of lords, reigning over His church.… Read More My Thoughts on Luke 1:31-33

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Bible Q&A: Is It Sinful to Have Art Like Buddha or Confucius In One’s Home?

Is it sinful to have cultural art that includes images of Buddha, Confucius, or other figures of the like in the home? Several biblical and cultural principles must be kept in mind when considering this question.  First, it must be acknowledged that Buddhism and Confucianism are false religions which are predominant in many eastern cultures. … Read More Bible Q&A: Is It Sinful to Have Art Like Buddha or Confucius In One’s Home?

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James: The Father of Lights

Here’s the truth about what comes from God (1:17).  Every gift in our lives which is “good” (agathos, of benefit) and “perfect” (teleios, complete, mature) is from “above,” a reference to the location of the throne of God: heaven (Ps. 11:4).  These gifts which benefit and complete us come down to us “from the Father of lights,” a fitting description of God. … Read More James: The Father of Lights

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Bible Q&A: What Is The Veil of Hebrews 6:19?

Hebrews 6:19 – What is “the veil” referring to here? The book of Hebrews was originally written to Christians of Jewish ethnicity who were considering leaving Christianity to return to Judaism due to severe persecution from their fellow Jews.  The Hebrew author wanted to show the superiority of Jesus over the Mosaic system in an… Read More Bible Q&A: What Is The Veil of Hebrews 6:19?

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