Category Archives: Apologetics
How Should We Determine God’s Will for Our Lives?
(Post Author: Bill Pratt) As Christians we all agree that we want to follow God’s will for our lives, but there are two general approaches to following God’s will that I’ve seen in evangelicalism. The first approach operates under the … Continue reading
What’s The Big Deal About Cursing?
Every thing that God prohibits in the Bible reflects his nature and therefore has some good reason behind it. But using bad language, or cursing, is one of those prohibitions that most of us completely ignore. Almost everyone curses. We swear … Continue reading
Can God Make A Rock So Heavy That He Can’t Lift It?
(Written by: Bill Pratt) This is a common question that is asked by those who misunderstand the nature of God’s omnipotence. Another humorous way of asking this question is: Can God make a sandwich so big he can’t eat it? … Continue reading
Why Is Prayer So Powerful?
Why is prayer so powerful? As everyone knows, Bible study is indispensable. You have to know God’s word before you can wield it (See Ephesians 6:17). But Satan has been around for much longer than the Bible has. He … Continue reading
What does the Bible say about casting out demons?
Exorcism (commanding demons to leave other people) was practiced by various people in the Gospels and the Book of Acts—the disciples as part of Christ’s instructions (Matthew 10); others using Christ’s name (Mark 9:38); the children of the Pharisees Luke … Continue reading
Are Christians commanded to feed non-Christians?
As my wife and I leave our church parking lot, turn right and stop at a traffic light; a panhandler comes by us with a sign wanting money for food. Our Bible lesson this day had been about Jesus’ teachings … Continue reading
What Was The Mark God Placed Upon Cain?
The first murder of another human was committed by Cain. He killed his brother, Abel. Because of this, God told him that he was cursed and that his work as a farmer would be more difficult. He further told him … Continue reading
What The Bible Says About Polygamy
Polygamist Warren Jeffs is in the news and in prison. He is the leader of a cult here in Texas. Many people are asking questions about the Bible’s teaching on polygamy. The first mention of polygamy in the Bible was … Continue reading
What does the Bible say about interracial marriage?
It seems that the number of people getting married to someone of another race is increasing. Many have asked me what the Bible says about this. The Old Testament Law commanded the Israelites not to engage in interracial marriage. (Deuteronomy … Continue reading
Why Mormons Are Not Christians
Recently I posted on my Facebook page that I would not vote for a Mormon to to be President of the United States. I want a Christian to be president. It caused a bit of controversy with one saying that … Continue reading
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