The Old Testament Tithe?
There were three tithes under the Old Covenant: (1) the Levite, (2) Festival, and (3) Poor. These were mandated by the Law. A brief history will help us understand their importance. Abraham's tithe…
Did it rain before Noah's Flood?
Thanks for your question. The Scripture does not specifically answer this question. There are good theologians on both sides of the issue. Some scholar's state there was rain before the Flood, others…
Wasn't hell made for the Devil and his angels and not real people?
Matthew 25:41: Then he will say to those on his left, 'Depart from me, you cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. Absolutely not. Hell was made for the unrepentant and…
The New Testament Tithe?
This note is but a brief representation of what the Bible teaches about "tithing" vs. "giving." I am grateful for and highly recommend Dr. Russell Earl Kelly's, "Should the Church Teach Tithing? A…
An Eternal Hell is for Real - The Heresy of Annihilationism?
Thanks for your question. This is a humbling issue. The Doctrine of an Eternal Hell is very clearly taught in such historic documents as the The Westminster Confession of Faith (33 - Of the Last…
Things God Can't Do?
Well, depending on how one views the question, there are many more than seven. Since I do not know what the focus of the particular sermon was, I will list just a few: While God can do all things in…
The Jeremiah-Zechariah Connection
Interesting question. The text states: Matthew 27:9-10 Then what was spoken by Jeremiah the prophet was fulfilled: "They took the thirty pieces of silver, the price set on him by the people of…
Which Version of King Saul's Death is Correct?
Every person looking at the Scripture has a presupposition. It is impossible to look at the Scripture with a tabula rasa (clean slate) approach. One thing to keep in check is that a Christian should…
Introduction to the Prophetic Books
Introduction to the Prophetic Books Arrangement of Books The books of Isaiah through Malachi (with the exceptions of Lamentations and Daniel) correspond to the section of the Hebrew canon known as…
Colossians 2:11-12 and Baptism
Colossians 2:11-12 In him also you were circumcised with a circumcision made without hands, by putting off the body of the flesh, by the circumcision of Christ, having been buried with him in…
Who has Immortality, God or Man? - 1 Timothy 6:16
1 Timothy 6:16 [God] who alone is immortal and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen or can see. To him be honor and might forever. Amen 1 Corinthians 15:53 For the perishable must…
What is Modalism?
Modalism, or Sabellianism, involves errors regarding the Trinity. The orthodox doctrine of the Trinity affirms that God is one in essence and three in Person. Modalism initially was taught by a…
What is Kenosis?
The name "Kenosis" is derived from the Greek word kenoo which means "to empty." The word kenoo is used in Philippians^^nbsp^^2:5-8: Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus…
What does dayspring mean in the KJV Bible?
The word "dayspring" is an archaic term meaning "dawn" or "morning." It is used in Job 38:12 and Luke 1:78 in the KJV. Job 38:12 (KJV) says, "Hast thou commanded the morning since thy days; and…
What is the purpose of the millennium?
At Third Millennium, we are amillennialists, believing that the "millennium" is simply a metaphoric representation of the time period between the first and second advents of Christ. As…
What is the Word of Faith Movement?
The Word of Faith Movement (WoF) is a cult. This false teaching consists of a series of countless lies and deceptions that lead to death. It is a twisting, turning, and torturing of the truth of the…
Taking the Lord's Name in Vain
This is an important and relevant question since people are always observing us. While not every situation is the same, there are some general things we can be prepared to do. An example may be…
What is Reprobation?
Thank you for your question, which really addresses two things: election and reprobation. While studying these doctrine one will realize that on the one hand election brings joy to the heart and the…
Can I Divorce and Remarry?
Your question is so painful and difficult that I receive it with a heavy heart. I feel terribly for you and for your husband, and especially for your children. I advise you also to solicit the…
What is the Oldest Religion in the World?
The oldest religion is Christianity. It began BEFORE the Creation of the world in the Covenant of Grace (Gen. 3:21; Matt. 25:34; Acts 2:23; Rom. 8:29; Eph. 1:4; 1 Pet. 1:1-2, 19-20; Rev. 13:8). It…
Instruction of Amenemope and Proverbs 22:17-24:22?
Proverbs 22:17-24:22 speaks of the thirty sayings of the wise. There are some features of its content and style that appear to follow the "Instruction of Amenemope" (ca. 1300-1075 B.C.); an ancient…
Is there one God or many gods?
1 Corinthians 8:5-6: For although there may be so-called gods in heaven or on earth—as indeed there are many "gods" and many "lords" — yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all…
What are Oikos Baptisms?
Every word - every jot and tittle (Matt. 5:18) - has significance in the Bible. Some ask, that if the New Testament was just dealing with individual belief, then why even add the word "household"…
A Recommended Commentary Library
A General Introduction Thanks for your question. There are many excellent commentaries. However, selecting one is a very personal choice. Why? Because various ones serve different purposes. While all…