Is it wrong to ask God to provide financial gain?

Jesus made it clear that the measure of a person’s value has nothing to do with their material possessions. In …


Does Satan Have a Special Hatred for Israel and the Jewish People?

Does Satan have a special hatred for Israel and the Jewish people that will be expressed especially in the last …


Why did God Give our Pets Such Short Life Spans?

Although land tortoises can live over 150 years and parrots sometimes live as long as people, most pets have short …


Did Jehovah, the Father, Tell Jesus What to do?

Did Jehovah, the Father, tell Jesus what to do?

The relationship of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is considerably more…


Is Deep Sorrow Necessary to be Saved?

Do I have to experience deep sorrow for all of my sins before I can be saved?

The term repentance


Should I Believe in the Doctrine of Eternal Security?

Many Bible passages emphasize the reality of our security as believers in Jesus Christ: John 10:27-30; 13:1; Romans 8:29-39; Ephesians 1:13;…


How Can We Love our Neighbor as Our Self, as Jesus Commanded?

Loving other people as oneself is a difficult goal. But Jesus clearly made it fundamental to Christian living. On one …


Can We Rely on the “Mainstream Media” as a Source of Information?

Compared to past generations, 21st-century people have access to an unprecedented amount of news. We see live coverage of disasters …


Should Christians Trust What They Read on the Internet?

Should Christians trust what they read on the Internet?

Lots of Christians question the Internet as a source of reliable information,…


Does Deuteronomy 22:5 Imply that Women Should Not Wear Pants But Only Skirts?

Does Deuteronomy 22:5 Imply that Women Should Not Wear Pants But Only Skirts?

Neither men nor women wore pants in Bible times.…


Isn’t Investing Money Just Another Form of Avarice, Like Gambling?

Isn’t investing money just another form of avarice, like gambling?

Investment seldom seems like a good idea in the midst of…


How Can It Be Morally Right For Jesus Christ To Die For Our Sins?

How Can It Be Morally Right For Jesus Christ To Die For Our Sins?

On the surface, it appears impossible for…


If Jesus was God Incarnate, Did God Die on the Cross?

If Jesus was God incarnate, did God die on the cross?

A basic doctrinal truth held by all orthodox Christians—including Catholics…


Are the Ten Commandments for Christians?

The Mosaic Law, including the Ten Commandments, was given to the people of Israel (Exodus 20:1-17), not Gentiles. It included …


Where Was Jesus Before His Resurrection?

Where was Jesus between His death on the cross and His appearance to Mary Magdalene?

Jesus’ clear statement to the believing…


Does the Bible Permit Women to Run for High Political Office?

The Bible was written at a time when women were not allowed prominent positions in society. The structure of ancient …


Does James 2:10 imply that God doesn’t consider some sins more serious than others?

James 2:10 states: “For whoever shall keep the whole law, and yet stumble at one point, he is guilty of …


What did Paul Mean When He Wrote that God Loved Jacob and Hated Esau?

In Romans 9:13, we read that God loved Jacob but hated Esau. Some people think this means that God actively …


What is the Difference in the Meaning of the Terms Hebrew, Israelite, and Jew?

The terms Hebrew, Israelite, and Jew are used interchangeably in the New Testament, but not in the Old Testament.

Abraham was called…


How Should We Recognize and Respond to God’s Discipline in our Lives?

Both the Old and New Testaments make it clear that God disciplines and corrects His people. In the Old Testament, …


How Could Jesus Be Both God And Man At The Same Time?

How Could Jesus Be Both God And Man At The Same Time?

It’s undeniable that the incarnation involves mystery beyond human…


If a Christian Believer is Already Saved, Why is Ongoing Repentance Necessary?

Jesus linked repentance with salvation (Matthew 4:17; Luke 13:3; 17:3).

In Acts 2:38, the term repentance includes the element of faith.…


With so many Translations, how can we know the English Translation we’re using is Accurate?

It is important to be concerned about the accuracy of the Bible translation we’re using, but the fact that the …


What Is Calvinism?

Calvinism is the main branch of the historic Reformed movement. The Reformed movement had numerous leaders, including Ulrich Zwingli (1484–1531), …


Does the Bible Assure We Will Reunite with Loved Ones Who Preceded Us in Death?

Does the Bible assure us that we will be reunited with loved ones who preceded us in death?

The Bible doesn’t…


Were Disagreements Over Christian Doctrine the Main Cause for European “Religious Wars” of the 16th and 17th Centuries?

Many people assume the separation of church and state established in the US Constitution resulted from 16th- and 17th-century “religious …


Shouldn’t English-speaking Christians use the Hebrew names Yahweh (YHWH) for God and Yahshua for Jesus?

Some Christians believe that because the original words for God in the Bible were written in Hebrew, these words are …


Should Christians keep the Old Testament feasts?

Should Christians keep the Old Testament feasts?

We enjoy exploring the symbolism of the Old Testament feasts, but we don’t recommend…


Do recent earthquakes, tsunamis, and other natural disasters indicate the endtimes?

There have been some powerful earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, and other natural disasters recently, but they aren’t unique to our time. …


Why don’t Protestant Christians pray to Mary and other saints, seeking their help and intercession?

Why don’t Protestant Christians pray to Mary and other saints, seeking their help and intercession?

Christians who pray to Mary and…


Don’t the Boundaries Promised to Abraham Imply that Modern Israel is Entitled to More Land?

Don’t the boundaries promised Abraham imply that modern Israel is entitled to a bigger land?

The boundaries of the land God…


Should astrology or horoscopes be taken seriously?

Should astrology or horoscopes be taken seriously?

Astrology at one time was looked upon with great seriousness by the educated classes.…


What Should the Church do with a Christian Swindler?

Earthly restitution isn’t always possible. King David could never undo the consequences of his sin with Bathsheba because his arranged murder …


Do the Same Kinds of Prophets Exist Today as did in Biblical Times?

Do the Same Kinds of Prophets Exist Today as did in Biblical Times?

While all Christians have the ability to prophesy…


Is the Issue of Eternal Security Worth Arguing About?

Many Scripture passages support the security of the believer (See the ATQ article, Should I believe in the Doctrine of Eternal …


Are People Who Divorce and Remarry Without Biblical Grounds Living in a State of Adultery?

Are people who remarry after a divorce on grounds less than sexual infidelity or abandonment living in adultery? The answer …


How Could Jesus Be God If He Had The Limitations Of A Human Being?

How Could Jesus Be God If He Had The Limitations Of A Human Being?

When Jesus became a member of the…


Did Satan Actually Set Jesus Bodily on the Pinnacle of Herod’s Temple?

According to the account in Matthew 3, did Satan actually set Jesus bodily upon the pinnacle of Herod’s temple?

This issue…


What Did Jesus Mean, “Lead Us Not Into Temptation”?

What did Jesus mean when He taught His disciples to pray, “lead us not into temptation”?

When Jesus taught His disciples…


Why are there so many English Translations?

We have a variety of popular English translations for several reasons. One is the large number of ancient manuscripts in …


Can Someone Be Forgiven if They Commit the Same Sin Again After Confessing and Repenting it?

Can someone be forgiven if they commit the same sin again after confessing and repenting it on an earlier occasion?


Why Should I Pray When it Doesn’t Seem that God Hears My Prayers?

Why should I pray when it doesn’t seem that God hears my prayers?

It is part of the human condition to…


Does the Bible Show Contempt for Women When it Refers to God as Father?

Does the Bible show contempt for women when it refers to God with masculine nouns and pronouns?

The Bible presents God…


Should Someone “Speak in Tongues” in Church and Provide their own Interpretation?

The Apostle Paul set guidelines in 1 Corinthians 14:27-28 for tongues-speaking in Corinth. He makes it clear that no-one should …


Are Horror Movies Just Entertainment?

Are horror movies just entertainment?

Today there are an astonishing number of movies in this genre. A large proportion of the…


To What Extent do Christians and Jews Share a Common Foundation in the Bible?

To what Extent do Christians and Jews Share a Common Foundation in the Bible?

Christians often mistakenly conclude that the primary…


Will We Still be Married in Heaven?

Will We Still be Married in Heaven?

Jesus made it clear that no one will be married in heaven: “At the…


Does Teaching the Doctrine of Eternal Security Encourage People to Believe They are Saved?

Does Teaching the Doctrine of Eternal Security Encourage People to Believe They are Saved?

It’s true that some people are self-satisfied…


Why do Christians Believe God is Triune?

Christianity isn’t founded in a philosophical perspective that evolved into a religion. Christian faith resulted from the revelation of God …


Is there Something Dangerous About Seeking Stillness in Prayer?

Is there something dangerous about seeking stillness in prayer?

Some Christians are up in arms about people who advocate seeking stillness…