Easy To Understand Answers To Questions About God, Life, And The Bible
Medical doctors and physicians are mentioned in the Bible a number of times. Way back in Genesis we find Joseph directing the Egyptian physicians who served him to embalm his father (Genesis 50:2). The practice of medicine in Egypt was known for being very specialized. It is said that each physician in Ancient Egypt was … Read more
Coffee ranks near the top of the list when it comes to the most consumed drinks in the world. Many people can’t even make it to work in the morning without taking that Starbucks detour. The addiction to this drink that some have, along with the caffeine content, has led some Christians to ask, “Is … Read more
Birthdays are few and far between in the Bible. As a matter of fact, birthdays are only mentioned three times in Scripture. After we take a closer look at these three Bible birthdays, we will tackle the question of whether Christians should celebrate birthdays. Birthdays In The Bible Pharaoh (Genesis 40:20) Now the third day … Read more
The Bible is clearly against the drunkenness that is caused by drinking wine and other alcoholic beverages, with many scriptures to prove so. For example, the sin of drunkenness is listed among many works of the flesh that will prevent a person from making it to heaven (Galatians 5:19-21). In (Ephesians 5:18) the Bible plainly … Read more
What does the Bible say about the unhealthy habit of smoking? Is smoking cigarettes and tobacco a sin? Some people try to justify their smoking habit by pointing fingers at Christians who are committing the sin of gluttony. Others are able to continue smoking tobacco because the Bible doesn’t specifically say “Thou shalt not smoke … Read more
Gluttony can be defined as having a limitless appetite for food and drink, one who over-indulges in food and drink. On more than one occasion the Bible talks about gluttony. Christians who would not even consider smoking or drinking alcohol oftentimes want to turn the other cheek when it comes to the subject of gluttony. … Read more
Should men have long hair according to the Bible? We need to go no further than 1 Corinthians 11 to find our answer to this question. A Disgrace For A Man 1 Corinthians 11:14-15 Does not the very nature of things teach you that if a man has long hair, it is a disgrace to … Read more
Does the Bible say anything about women cutting their hair? Should women have long hair or can they cut their hair according to the Scriptures? A Woman’s Covering The Bible does address the issue of a woman’s hair length, as well as the cutting of a woman’s hair. To begin with, we need to establish … Read more
It’s not uncommon to hear someone say the phrase, “I swear to G_d.” Others may make such oaths as, “I swear on my mother’s grave.” What does the Bible say about swearing oaths such as these? Why Do People Swear Oaths? Most of the time people who add such oaths into their conversations feel a … Read more
All cultures throughout the centuries have had what is considered to be foul language, swear words, dirty words, curse words, or profanity. As Christians we can rest assured the Bible gives us clear instructions about the use of such language in our vocabulary. Who Decides What Makes a Word a Curse Word No one person … Read more
Insurance comes in many forms. You can buy just about any type of coverage you want. Many types of insurance that people choose to purchase are optional, while others such as auto insurance are required (based on the laws in the United States). Does the Bible provide us with any type of guidance on whether … Read more
It’s a tradition that millions look forward to each year as Thanksgiving passes and Christmas draws near. Some people drag out the boxes filled with a Christmas tree and decorations, while others prefer to have a live tree cut to decorate. Then there is the placing of gifts under the tree once it is decorated. … Read more
What should Christians tell their children about Santa Claus? Santa Isn’t Real Perhaps as a parent you have felt the peer pressure from family and friends to lighten up and let your kids use their imaginations a little when it comes to Santa Claus. Many Christian parents have interesting stories to tell about the awkward … Read more
Halloween is a very special day among Satan worshipers and for those who practice witchcraft. A little research on the subject will prove this to be true for anyone who doubts such a statement. Just google the word Halloween and take a look at the images that come up. If such a day is so … Read more
Is it wrong for a Christian to say things like “OMG”? What about words such as darn, heck, or freaking? OMG The three lettered abbreviation “OMG” stands for “Oh My God”. You will hear these three words used often in everyday conversations, and you can see “OMG” plastered all over social media in people’s posts … Read more
Fasting is when a person goes without food and/or drink for spiritual reasons. Some believe fasting can include doing without things such as cell phones or listening to music. It can certainly be helpful to push some things aside for a set amount of time such as cell phones as a way to draw closer … Read more
Going into debt has never been so easy. Credit card offers, low-interest rates, and willing lenders are everywhere. It may be easy to borrow, but is it wise? What does the Bible say about debt? The Borrower Is Slave To The Lender Many excuses can be made for going into debt. More times than not, … Read more