Two Noteworthy Events
In 2018, Victoria Beckham, aka Posh Spice from the Spice Girls, revealed that she has no intention of allowing her daughter Harper to wear her risqué outfits that were so prominent in their act. “I was amazed by how naked the costumes were, I have to say,” she said in an interview. “I used to […]
The Golden Text of the Bible
If a person knows by memory only one verse of Scripture, more than likely it would be Jn. 11:35: “Jesus wept.” But closely following that verse would be Jn. 3:16, called by many, “The Golden Text of the Bible.” It says, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that […]
Bert and Ernie Are Gay
I watched “Sesame Street” as a kid, and I can remember for a long time the speculation surrounding whether or not the characters Bert and Ernie were more than just roommates and best friends. However, after a former writer’s comments in 2018, the minds behind the show are setting the record straight. The debate came […]
Moses and the Brazen Serpent
Nicodemus is introduced to readers in John 3:1. He was a ruler of the Jews who came to Jesus by night. Students are familiar that Jesus told this teacher of the Jews that he must be born again, which meant he was to be born of the water and the Spirit (Jn. 3:3, 5). Nicodemus’ […]
How to Find the Right Religion
We live in a world of so many different religions and faiths. Bible believers who recognize that not all of these conflicting and contradictory religions could have come from God are forced to the conclusion that not every religion is the right religion. The Bible does not reveal a God who would reveal contradictory and […]
The Perplexity of Nicodemus
If Jesus’ statement to Nicodemus, “Except one be born anew he cannot see the kingdom of God” left the rabbi in astonishment, provoking him to ask, “How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born?” then Jesus’ response, “Except one be […]
Gambling Addendum
A while back we studied gambling on Sunday morning and I was so appreciative to hear the kind comments from brethren who are willing to stand strong against all forms (slot machines, lottery, raffles) of gambling in every degree ($1 lottery ticket, $5 raffle ticket, $1,000 poker wager). However, after the sermon, there were a […]
Nicodemus and the New Birth
John 3 is one of the most significant chapters in the book. Of all the accounts of the life of Jesus, this interview with Nicodemus regarding a new birth is found only here. Nicodemus is identified as “a ruler of the Jews” (Jn. 3:1) and is one of the few of this elite class who […]
The Sin of “In-Sliding”
The Bible warns against the sin of backsliding (1 Corinthians 10:12). Jeremiah often used “backsliding” to describe the unfaithful descent of Israel and Judah into idolatry and immorality (Jeremiah 3:6, 8, 11-14, 22; 8:5; 31:22; 49:4). Israel’s backsliding angered the Lord (cp. Isaiah 57:17). Yet, God was ready to forgive the backslider who presented himself […]
Jesus’ Sign to His Nation
John 2:13 records the first Passover of Jesus’ personal ministry. John specifically mentions three Passovers (2:13; 6:4; 11:55), and once the writer mentions “a feast of the Jews” which some ancient manuscripts translate “the feast of the Jews” (Jn. 5:1). Some commentators conclude this to be a reference to an additional Passover which, if so, […]