Should Christians have a Christmas Tree?

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?

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

What does the Bible say about Remarriage after the Death of a Spouse?

The Bible clearly teaches that remarriage after the death of a spouse is permissible. In the case of younger widows, Paul actually encouraged them to remarry. (1 Timothy 5:14) So I counsel younger widows to marry, to have children, to manage their homes and to give the enemy no opportunity for slander. We again find … Read more

Is Proverbs 22:6 “Train Up A Child” a Promise to Parents?

Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Is this a promise to parents? The Proverbs are a collection of wise sayings that are general truths. This is certainly the case with (Proverbs 22:6). As a general rule, if … Read more

What does the Bible say about Obeying your Parents?

The Bible plainly teaches that children are to obey and honor their parents. Jesus himself, our greatest example, was obedient to his parents (Luke 2:51). This type of obedience pleases the Lord (Colossians 3:20). It is said in the Scriptures that for those who honor their father and mother, things will go well for you … Read more

Can Christians marry non-Christians?

What does the Bible say about Christians marrying non-Christians? Unequally Yoked The principle of Christians only marrying like-minded believers in the one true God can be found in the Old and New Testaments. (2 Corinthians 6:14) tells us not to be yoked together with unbelievers. The English Standard Version of this Scripture asks the questions, “For … Read more

Will there be Marriage in Heaven?

Will there be marriage in heaven? For those who have been married on earth, will that marriage continue in heaven? We Will Neither Marry, Nor Be Given In Marriage In the book of Mathew, Jesus responded to a question from the Sadducees about a woman who had been married numerous times. In the answer Jesus … Read more

Should Married Couples have Separate Bank Accounts?

Should married couples have separate bank accounts? Reasons Given For Married Couples Having Separate Bank Accounts Numerous reasons are often given by people who say married couples should have or maintain separate bank accounts. Among the reasons given are if a couple decides to separate or divorce, it is much easier to do so if … Read more

Were any of the Disciples Married?

When you think about the twelve disciples, the thought of Jesus’ disciples being married isn’t something we often associate with these individuals. It’s an interesting question that is sometimes asked. Were any of the disciples married? Does the Bible say if any of the apostles ever said “I do”? The Disciple Peter Was Married Although … Read more

What does the Bible say about Interracial Marriage?

The subject of interracial marriage is one of the most divisive and often asked questions in Christian Apologetics. It is so important with issues like this to look at what the Bible says about it, not what people say they believe based on their opinions. So what does the Bible say about marrying someone from … Read more