Don’t Bring Pork to the Potluck (Romans 14)
by In Romans 14, Paul commanded the Christians to “Receive one who is weak in the faith, but not to disputes over doubtful things” (Romans 14:1). …
Category: Bible Topics Explained
The Comma Johanneum: The Spirit, the Water, and the Blood (I John 5:7-8)
One short passage; two huge controversies. That, I think, is a fitting description for the infamous section of Scripture that we call I John 5:7-8. …
Does God tempt us to sin?
Is it God’s fault when we sin? Your first response may be, “Of course not.” But then you may consider further and think, “Well…maybe.” After …
Does I Corinthian 3:15 teach Purgatory?
Does Purgatory exist? According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Purgatory does exist, and one of the passages used in support of it is …
Lazarus and the Rich Man (Luke 16) – Parable or History?
If you grew up in Sunday School, like I did, you have probably heard about “the rich man and Lazarus.” Their story is well known …
Is there really a Hell?
Is there really a Hell? “Of course!” you might say. Or maybe “No way!” Or you may consider the possibility and say, “Boy, I hope …
Can I do all things through Christ? Philippians 4:13
For Father’s Day this year, my wife gave me one of the best presents I have ever received. A while back I had seen a …
Not my sheep (John 10:26-27)
Jesus was having a conversation with some people who were having a problem with Him being the Messiah, and He said this to them: But …
Giving the children’s bread to the dogs
In Matthew 15 and Mark 7, Jesus supposedly called a Gentile woman a dog. Brandan Robertson, a pastor from California, recently made a big deal …
What is the unpardonable sin?
In this video I describe what is known as the “unpardonable sin” or the “unforgivable sin.” Simply put, the unpardonable sin is hardening your heart …