Acts 17:2-3 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 2 And according to Paul’s custom, he went to them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that it was necessary that the Christ had to suffer and rise again from the dead, and saying, “This Jesus whom I am proclaiming to you is... Continue Reading →
BIBLICAL WORD OF THE DAY: Adoption: (Gr. huiothesia)
Adoption: (Gr. huiothesia) The Greek noun is a legal term that literally means “adoption as son,” which means to take or accept a son or daughter who is not naturally such by relationship, including complete inheritance rights. The apostle Paul mentions adoption several times in reference to those with a new status as called and... Continue Reading →
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM: Effective Use of Questions
Luke 10:25 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 25 And behold, a lawyer[1] stood up to put him to the test, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” Historical note here, “a lawyer” or “an expert in the law,” (HCSB), is not a lawyer, as we would think of one today. A lawyer... Continue Reading →
BIBLICAL WORD OF THE DAY: Accurate Knowledge: (Gr. epignosis)
Accurate Knowledge: (Gr. epignosis) A strengthened or intensified form of gnosis (epi, meaning “additional”), meaning, “true,” “real,” “full,” “complete” or “accurate,” depending upon the context. Paul and Peter alone use epignosis. – Rom. 1:28; Eph. 1:17; Phil. 1:9; Col. 1:9-10; 1 Tim 2:4. 1,000 FREE BLOG ARTICLES AND GROWING CPH BOOK... Continue Reading →
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM: The Value of Simplicity
Much of God’s Word is deep and quite complex, as it is filled with poetry, idioms, hyperbole, and apocalyptic language, figurative and symbolic language, religious terms, many different genres, and so much more. Therefore, as a teacher, an evangelist, we need to simplify it, so that it is easy to understand. Once we explain a... Continue Reading →
Matthew 2:2 BDC: Astrology is condemned in God’s Word, so why use a star to guide the Magi (astrologers) to the birth of Jesus Christ?
Matthew 2:2 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 2 “Where is he who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw his star in the east and have come to do him homage.”[1] Astrology is the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs and the natural... Continue Reading →
BIBLICAL WORD OF THE DAY: Abyss: (Gr. abussos)
Abyss: (Gr. abussos) It is a very deep place, which is rendered “the bottomless pit” in some versions (KJV). This is found the NT and refers to a place or condition, where Satan and his demons will be confined for a thousand years. (Rev. 20:1-3) Abaddon rules over the abyss (Rev. 9:11) The beast is... Continue Reading →
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM: Roadblocks to Successful Communication
At times, there will be occasions when we will have to offer constructive criticism to the person we are speaking with, be it a person we just met, a person we have been visiting for some time, or a person we have been carrying on a Bible study with. The most important thing to keep... Continue Reading →
BIBLICAL WORD OF THE DAY: Abusive Words: (Gr. blasphēmia)
Abusive Words: (Gr. blasphēmia) This is referring to reviling, malicious talk, abusive words, slander (Matt. 15:19); blasphemy, the content of defamation or slander (Lu 5:21). This is abusive words that are spoken in anger, which could be intentionally or unintentionally hurting another, as well as damaging their reputation. 1,000 FREE BLOG ARTICLES AND... Continue Reading →
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM: Speaking with Purpose
When we are communicating with another, we need to know what our purpose is and stay focused. This will help us with the preparatory work that goes into good communication as well. One of the best ways to have confidence in our success is to know the subject well and care deeply for the ones... Continue Reading →