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Category Archives: Doubt Busters
Are there parts of the Bible only believers will understand?
Many people can read the Bible and get a surface or superficial understanding of the text. But the true knowledge of the text comes to the believer who confesses Jesus as Lord, receives the Holy Spirit, and lives as though … Continue reading
Why do other religions also find peace after praying if there is only one true God?
Because they really believe that their faith will give them peace. Jesus offers peace, too–to His followers. But it isn’t the peace the world gives, like the other world religions. His peace is from a relationship with Him who died … Continue reading
What was wrong with the Jewish leaders in their role in Jesus’ crucifixion?
The leaders did not adhere to God’s law in the manner of sentencing Jesus to death: the trial was held at night; the witness’ stories did not corroborate so it should have been halted right there; the top official challenged … Continue reading
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Why were the Israelites defeated by the Philistines and the ark taken away from them?
After Joshua and Caleb passed away, Israel passed away from God. After much of the promised land was conquered through the leading of Joshua and Caleb, the Israelites failed to trust God’s promises to give it to them if they … Continue reading
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Why did God command the city of Jericho and everything in it to be killed and destroyed?
God brought the Israelites into Canaan to drive out the inhabitants of the land (Numbers 33:52). In Deuteronomy 7:1-11, we learn that the Jews were God’s chosen people, and they were not to mix with the inhabitants lest they stray … Continue reading
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What does it mean by giving up all for the sake of Christ?
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Is it normal to feel like giving up?
“I’m always afraid of dying and going to hell. It’s my greatest fear, thus I’m always feeling pressured by the things the Bible says we should do. I sometimes feel like giving up because it’s so hard. Although I feel … Continue reading
Similarities and Priorities
Notice the similarities at the beginning of these three famous Bible passages. The Ten Commandments: “I am the Lord your God … You shall have no other gods before Me” (Exodus 20:2-3). The Lord’s Prayer: “Our Father, in heaven, hallowed … Continue reading
Four Protective Practices
In his brief letter, positioned just before the last book of the Bible, Jude writes a lot about apostates (those who fall away from the Lord Jesus) in the past (vv. 4-11) and in the present (vv. 12-16). Jude writes … Continue reading
Four Long Words
“Christ died for my sins on the cross.” These words roll off our lips with ease. Did you ever think about what salvation means, and how extensive it really is? I want to introduce four long Bible words that are … Continue reading