BIBLE STUDY

Jesus our example in all righteousness and Great High Priest, was baptized and received the anointing of God (Holy Ghost in the form of a dove). This is found both in Matthew chapter 3 and Hebrews chapter 4. Jesus, who was the spotless lamb of God, knew no sin and was born by the means of the Holy Ghost (John 1:29; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Matthew 1:18). He immediately was sent into the wilderness after His baptism and tempted by Satan himself there. All the Devil could offer was the lusts and...Read Full Story

What did Jesus of Nazareth endure on the day of His crucifixion? First, let's study the practice of crucifixion itself, that is, the torture and execution of a person by fixation to a cross. Historically, the first known practice of crucifixion was by the Persians. Alexander and his generals brought it back to the Mediterranean world, to Egypt, and to Carthage. The Romans apparently learned the practice from the Carthaginians (as with almost everything the Romans did) and rapidly developed a...Read Full Story

Jesus Christ is the King of kings, Lord of lords and the lion of the tribe of Judah. Satan always masquerades and imitates his actions."Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Whom resist steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world." (1 Peter 5:7-8) "And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light." (2 Corinthians 11:14...Read Full Story

As you may know, the Hebrew language and the ancient Hebrew alphabet in particular are the subject of many of my posts. I do not pretend to be an expert in Bible translation, so I try to avoid making critical distinctions between the numerous Bible translations on the market. However, one question does seem to come up in my discussions a lot (one I am asked, and one I ask): Which Bible translation do you prefer? First, while I certainly have opinions about some of the translations available...Read Full Story

What do you have in your heart? What are your true feelings? Are you genuine? Are your intentions good? What kind of labor is your heart doing? Is it laboring to take revenge? Is it plotting evil and hatefulness? Is it envying? Is your heart laboring to selfishly use people? Is your heart true to God? Is your heart truly wanting God to be your friend? Have you opened your heart to God as a friend? Do you even realize that you can have a relationship with Him as your loyal and trusted friend...Read Full Story