Monthly Archives: November 2011
“Are there foods a Christian should avoid?”
Leviticus chapter 11 lists the dietary restrictions God gave to the nation of Israel. The dietary laws included prohibitions against eating pork, shrimp, shellfish and many types of seafood, most insects, scavenger birds, and various other animals. The dietary rules … Continue reading
“What does the Bible say about hunting animals for sport?”
The closest reference to sport hunting is Proverbs 12:27, “The lazy man does not roast what he took in hunting, But diligence is man’s precious possession” (NKJV). So whatever view one takes on sport hunting, it is good and right … Continue reading
“What is the duty / role of a pastor’s wife?”
The Bible does not address the involvement of the pastor’s wife in any ministry. In other words, it depends upon the denomination, the individual church within a denomination, the church board, and the pastor and his wife to determine how … Continue reading
“Did Jesus change the water into wine or grape juice?”
John chapter 2 records Jesus performing a miracle at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. At the wedding, the hosts ran out of wine. Jesus’ mother, Mary, asks Jesus to intervene, and He does so, reluctantly. Jesus has the servants … Continue reading
“What Does The Bible Say About Gambling?”
The Bible does not specifically condemn gambling, betting, or the lottery. The Bible does warn us, however, to stay away from the love of money (1 Timothy 6:10; Hebrews 13:5). Scripture also encourages us to stay away from attempts to … Continue reading
“How Can A Christian Overcome Depression?”
Depression is a widespread condition, affecting millions of people, Christians and non-Christians alike. Those suffering from depression can experience intense feelings of sadness, anger, hopelessness, fatigue, and a variety of other symptoms. They may begin to feel useless and even … Continue reading
“Masturbation – is it a sin according to the Bible?”
The Bible never explicitly mentions masturbation or states whether or not masturbation is a sin. The Scripture most frequently pointed to in regards to masturbation is the story of Onan in Genesis 38:9-10. Some interpret this passage as saying that … Continue reading
“What Are The Seven Deadly Sins?”
The seven deadly sins are a list originally used in early Christian teachings to educate and instruct followers concerning fallen man’s tendency to sin. The misconception about the list of seven “deadly” sins is that they are sins that … Continue reading
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