How can we achieve religious unity?
Bob Prichard
Topic(s): Bible Infallibility, Denominationalism
As Jesus was preparing to face the cross, He went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray fervently for the disciples, knowing that they would face difficulty in sharing His...
Must we give thanks if we are in difficult circumstances?
When the world seems to be closing in on us, or when we feel like we have our backs up against the wall, giving thanks may be the last thing we would ever think...
Must Christians tithe?
Bob Prichard
Topic(s): Bible Study, Worship
The custom of giving a tithe, which means a tenth, to priests and kings is a very ancient custom. Genesis 14 gives the first Bible reference to a tithe. After...
What is the Significance of “Jehovah” as God’s Name?
Names are important. It is difficult for us to conceive of things apart from their names. The many different names for God in the Bible describe and demonstrate His character.
How many heavens are mentioned in the Bible?
Topics: Bible Study, General Bible Questions
Todd Clippard
The Bible uses the word heaven in three senses:
1. The atmosphere where the birds fly (Genesis 1:20).
2. Outer space where we see the moon and stars (Genesis 1:16-17).
3. The...
Are There Ethical Concerns With Human Cloning?
The word clone comes from a Greek word meaning “sprout” or “twig,” and as used today it refers to the reproduction of another creature by scientific procedures apart from normal reproductive processes.
Milestones in animal...
Where Did Cain Get His Wife?
Cain has the distinction of being the first murderer in the Bible. When he saw that “the Lord respected Abel and his offering, but He did not respect Cain and his offering,” he became...
What verse says we are to assemble every first day of the week?
I believe the verse you are looking for is Hebrews 10:25. There are also other passages that indicate the church is to come together on the first day of every week: Acts 20:6-7; 1...
Things About the church of Christ that Surprise People
Due to a strict emphasis on following only the Bible (rather than a mixture of Scripture and tradition), the church of Christ differs from other religious groups. Often people are pleasantly surprised-even refreshed-to learn...
What does it mean to speak in tongues?
Topic(s): Bible Infallibility
Todd Clippard
There is a general misunderstanding, especially among modern Pentecostals and charismatics as to the nature of tongues. Those who claim to speak in tongues today are referring to ecstatic utterances made...