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Bible Questions and answers: Read some of the most commonly asked questions about the Bible here. What does the bible say about divorce? Or money, or angels, or heaven? This section will include articles on those topics. The Bible is so fascinating, and it is an almost endless source of wisdom and truth. If you ever see something in the Bible you don't understand, continue to search and God will lead you to the truth.

Is Jesus God? Did Jesus Christ Claim to be God? The Answer May Surprise You

Is Jesus Christ really God? Did He ever claim to be God? Or was Jesus just a good-hearted religious teacher who became a little too zealous in His faith? Or perhaps Jesus was just a prophet–or even worse: a deceitful liar or lunatic. During His incarnation, Jesus was very interested in people’s views concerning Himself: “When Jesus came into the coasts […]

Should Christians Play Video Games? Are Video Games Sinful?

Video game use (“gaming”) has become extremely popular in recent decades. Popular platforms–such as the Nintendo Wii, Sony Playstation, and Microsoft Xbox–decorate entertainment systems in homes all over the world. Children and adults spend endless hours mastering these games and playing with friends online, and many games are even being played on smartphones or computers. However, what does the Bible […]

What Does the Bible Say About Pornography? Should Christians Look at Pornography?

Is pornography a sin? Should Christians view pornography? Pornography use and addiction has exploded in recent times. Technology has enabled people to capture, view, and share pornographic images and scenes instantaneously, and I shutter to think of what may transpire in the future with the rise of sex robots, holograms, and virtual reality. Regardless of how society or technology may […]

What Does the Bible Say About Cremation? Should Christians Cremate or Bury?

What does the Bible say about cremation? Should Christians cremate loved ones or simply bury them in a casket? Is cremation a sin? These are all great questions. Cremation is the process of burning a deceased body until there is nothing left but ashes or tiny, fragmented remains. Some individuals opt to cremate deceased loved […]

What’s the Bible Say About the Death Penalty (Capital Punishment)? Thou Shalt Not Kill?

What does the Bible say about the death penalty? Does the Bible support capital punishment (lethal injection, electric chair, firing squad, etc)? Should Christians support the idea of putting prisoners to death? Doesn’t the Bible say that “Thou shalt not kill?” Isn’t the death penalty just the same as murder? Short answer: The Bible not only […]

Should Pastors be Paid a Salary? Is it Biblical for a Preacher to be Paid?

Should pastors be paid a full-time salary for their job? Is it Biblical for them to take an income from the congregation (sheep) to whom they minister? Are pastors who desire an income nothing more than a bunch of greedy crooks? That’s a great question. Pastor salary amounts can be a very controversial issue in some churches. Some people will suggest […]

What’s the Bible Say About Spanking Children? Should Parents Discipline Their Children?

What does the Bible say about spanking children? Is it wrong for a parent to spank a child (corporal punishment) in our modern, “educated” society? Should parents use “time-outs” instead? Is spanking outdated or even harmful to the child? Is it a sin to spank your child? The resistance of spanking shows just how liberal our society has become. When […]

Did Satan or God Incite David to Number Israel? Is this a Contradiction?

In one passage of the Old Testament, the Bible says that God moved David to number Israel and Judah. However, in another account, the Bible says that Satan provoked King David to number Israel. Did God or Satan incite King David to do the census? Is this a Bible contradiction? While this may appear confusing to […]

Did Jephthah Sacrifice His Daughter as a Burnt Offering?

In the Old Testament, did Jephthah really sacrifice his daughter as a burnt offering? The book of Judges contains some of the most horrific events in the history of Israel. It was a time of idolatry and rampant sin. In fact, the book of Judges ends with these haunting words, which are repeated throughout the book: […]

Why Did the Lord Try to Kill Moses? Exodus 4:24 Commentary

Why did the Lord try to kill Moses in Exodus 4:24? That’s a great question. After reading the amazing account of God calling on Moses as His chosen (yet reluctant) leader, the Bible says that Moses began his journey to Egypt with specific instructions on freeing the Israelites from bondage. However, something strange happens along the way. After God […]

Is Homosexuality a Sin? What Does the Bible Say About Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals?

What does the Bible say about homosexuality (sodomy)? Is being gay a sin? Would God really create a person to be gay or bisexual, only later to send them to hell? Would that be fair of God? In this article, I’m going to address all of these questions. In our culture today, homosexuality is being thrust into […]

Number 30 In the Bible | What’s the Significance of Age 30 in the Bible?

Well, I hit a pretty big milestone in my life a few months ago: I turned 30 years old. And with that new age, my lovely wife has jokingly let me know how old I’m getting (she’s still in her 20’s…for now). It has been an interesting experience for me transitioning from a “20-something” to a […]

Rainbows | What Does the Bible Say About Rainbows | Double Rainbow Picture

Rainbows are such a breathtaking phenomenon to behold. There have been times where I have looked out after a storm, and I have seen a vivid rainbow shimmering in the sky. It doesn’t matter how many times I have seen them, each and every time they leave me breathless. They also make me praise God […]