What prophecy predicted Cyrus liberating the Jews?
Isaiah the prophet prophesied about the restoration of Judah and Cyrus’ role in liberating the Jews. He said, “… Jerusalem, ‘You shall be inhabited’ …Judah, ‘You shall be built,’ and…
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What message did God send the nation of Israel through Isaiah?
Israel’s discouragement Israel belonged to God by right of divine selection. They were His elected people in the world. But Israel became very discouraged as they feared that God had…
Should we accept the Old Testament as God’s Word?
The Old Testament is the foundation of the New Testament The Old Testament is the basis for the teachings and events in the New Testament. God’s truth is progressive. The…
Why did God create the Sabbath?
Jesus said, “The Sabbath was made for man” (Mark 2:27). God made the Sabbath for man’s enjoyment within the right boundaries of His commandment. He ordained it should be a…
Why are reflection and prayer necessary for our growth in the life of faith?
Abide in me A daily abiding in a living connection with God is necessary for growth and fruitfulness. Occasional focus on the Lord is not enough. Jesus said, “Abide in…
In repenting, does God ask us to stop sin cold turkey or gradually?
The Bible says that believers can obtain instant victory as a gift from Jesus Christ. For all of God’s gifts are available to the believers through His promises. And they…
Who is Nabu?
A pagan god Nabu or Nebo was the Babylonian god of wisdom and Literacy in the 1st millennium BC. He was known as Nisaba in the Sumerian pantheon. His place…
Do the Scriptures address the topic of mental illness?
Definition and causes Mental illness is a condition that negatively affects one’s ability to think, feel, and respond to life’s experiences in a proper way. Some causes of mental illness…
Christ, though the Son of God, why did He need to grow in wisdom?
Luke records: “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man” (Luke 2:52). Luke 2: 40 refers mainly to the childhood of Jesus, and Luke…
What is the difference between being a doormat and forgiving others?
Doormat vs. forgiveness Paul taught, “Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. If it is possible, as far…
