QUESTION What does it mean that Satan is the father of lies (John 8:44)? ANSWER Speaking to a group of Jews, Jesus says, “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is noContinue reading “father of lies”
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“For as the lightning Strikes”
23 “Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There!’ do not believe it. 24 For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect. 25 See, I have told you beforehand. 26 “Therefore if they say to you, ‘Look, He is in the desert!’ do not go out; or ‘Look, He is inContinue reading ““For as the lightning Strikes””
Daniel 12 ISRAEL’S TIME OF TROUBLE
A. The time of trouble destined for Israel. 1. (1a) A future time of trouble for Israel. “At that time Michael shall stand up,The great prince who stands watch over the sons of your people;And there shall be a time of trouble,Such as never was since there was a nation,Even to that time. a. At that time: This does not meanContinue reading “Daniel 12 ISRAEL’S TIME OF TROUBLE”
Why are Christians so judgmental?
ANSWER One of the most widespread arguments against Christians is that they are “judgmental” or “always imposing their views on others.” Often, this criticism comes in response to Christians who speak out against behaviors and lifestyles that God judges as “sin” and has declared to be an outrage to Him (see Proverbs 16:1). We live inContinue reading “Why are Christians so judgmental?”
Do Not Judge, Context
ANSWER Jesus’ command not to judge others could be the most widely quoted of His sayings, even though it is almost invariably quoted in complete disregard of its context. Here is Jesus’ statement: “Do not judge, or you too will be judged” (Matthew 7:1). Many people use this verse in an attempt to silence theirContinue reading “Do Not Judge, Context”
