Category Archives: Apologetics
“What does the Bible say about getting a sex change?”
Although sex-change operations are not specifically mentioned in Scripture, human sexuality is spelled out clearly, starting in Genesis: “So God created people in his own image; God patterned them after himself; male and female he created them. God blessed them … Continue reading
“Is it wrong to want to die?”
Many people who are suffering from terminal illness, painful conditions, or intense sadness or emotional pain have wondered if we can just ask God to take our lives. Is this a form of suicide? Will God take us to heaven … Continue reading
“Should Christians celebrate Halloween?”
Whether or not Christians should celebrate Halloween can be a very controversial topic. Some Christians celebrate Halloween simply by dressing up in a costume and having fun, seeing it as innocent and harmless. Other Christians are equally convinced that Halloween is … Continue reading
“What does the Bible say about eunuchs?”
The eunuchs of the Bible were castrated males or those born incapable of reproduction due to a birth defect. The purpose of intentional castration was to induce impotence and remove sexuality. It was a common practice in ancient times for … Continue reading
“Should all pronouns referring to God be capitalized?”
Many people struggle with this question. Some, believing it shows reverence for God, capitalize all pronouns that refer to God. Others, believing the “rules” of English style should be followed, do not capitalize the deity pronouns. So, who is right? … Continue reading
“What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to turn the other cheek?”
The entire section of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in which this verse is found can be understood as one where Jesus actually serves to elevate the importance of following Israel’s moral law beyond the letter to the spirit of the … Continue reading
“What does it mean to be unequally yoked?”
The phrase “unequally yoked” comes from 2 Corinthians 6:14 in the King James Version: “Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?” The New American Standard Version … Continue reading
“What does it mean that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit?”
Instructing the Christians in Corinth to flee from sexual immorality, the apostle Paul exhorted: “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are … Continue reading
“What does it mean to be dead to sin?”
The phrase “dead to sin” comes from Romans 6:11: “In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus.” Here, the contrast is made that to be “dead to sin” is to be “alive to God … Continue reading
“Should we be baptized in Jesus’ name (Acts 2:38), or in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19)?”
Acts 2:38 records the Apostle Peter’s words on the day of Pentecost, “Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of … Continue reading
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