3 Ways to Answer with “Gentleness and Respect”
1 Peter 3:15 is often noted as the basis for defending the Christian worldview. However, Peter immediately follows this verse with revealing words about the way we defend our faith. The text of verses 15-16 read: But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks…
Has the Destruction of Damascus Been Fulfilled?
Recent prophecy books and speakers have highlighted the Bible’s prediction of the destruction of Damascus mentioned in Isaiah 17. Because Damascus is in Syria and Syria has been undergoing a period of war, certain prophecy experts have made the connection that the war in Syria is the fulfillment of Isaiah 17. However, there is significant evidence to support that the fulfillment of Isaiah 17 has already taken place.
Is It Possible to Take the Mark of the Beast and Be Saved?
Revelation 13:15-18 describes a future time that will take place during the seven-year tribulation that will follow the rapture of believers from the earth. What is the mark of the beast?
Did Jesus and the Apostle Paul Teach the Same Gospel?
Did Jesus and the Apostle Paul teach the same gospel? Some religious scholars have argued the apostle Paul presented a gospel that was different from the message of Jesus. Is this true? While Paul’s message did focus on a different group of people, his message was consistent with the teachings of Jesus. How do we…
The Faith of America’s Presidents
As we approach Presidents’ Day, we are reminded of the important role of our nation’s leaders
since its founding in 1776. From George Washington to Abraham Lincoln to those who govern
today, the lives and actions of these presidents have greatly impacted our nation and world.
Yet few recognize the vital role faith has played in the lives of many American presidents.
Is It True That God Will Never Give Us More Than We Can Handle?
Many have claimed God will never give us more than we can handle. Is this true? What does the Bible teach regarding this topic?
What Does the Bible Say about the Identity of the Antichrist?
The Bible mentions a future world leader known as the Antichrist who will foster global unity, yet also oppose God. Many people have sought to discover what the Bible says about this future Antichrist. What information does Scripture share?
Why Did Jesus Turn Water into Wine?
Jesus’ first miracle recorded in John’s Gospel involves turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana. What is surprising is that the group had already finished off all the wine allotted for the event. Furthermore, the master of the banquet speaks with the assumption that the people were intoxicated at the point when Jesus provides an abundance of more wine (around 600-1,000 bottles worth). To get a sense for what is happening here, we need to first understand a little about John’s Gospel.
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