The question of whether heaven is eternal is one that many Christians ponder. The Bible provides some insight into this, though ultimately there are still some mysteries surrounding heaven and eternity. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about the eternal nature of heaven: Heaven as an Eternal Dwelling Place Several passages in Scripture present heaven as an eternal dwelling place for believers. Jesus declared that in His Father’s house are many rooms and that He was going to prepare a place for His followers (John 14:2-3). The author of Hebrews wrote of believers desiring a “better country,…
Author: Emma Price
The rise of AI systems capable of generating realistic pornography raises ethical questions for Christians. While the Bible does not directly address AI-generated content, it provides relevant principles to guide our thinking on this issue. The dignity and value of human beings The Bible teaches that all people are made in God’s image and have inherent dignity and worth (Genesis 1:27). Pornography objectifies and dehumanizes people, reducing them to objects for selfish sexual gratification. AI-generated porn could further this by completely removing real people from the equation. Christians should be concerned about technology that contributes to the exploitation and degradation…
Being a solo Christian, meaning someone who believes in and follows Christ but does not participate in church or Christian community, is an increasingly common phenomenon today. However, the Bible makes clear that faith in Christ is meant to be lived out in community with other believers. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about the dangers and downsides of trying to be a solo Christian. The Bible emphasizes Christian community Throughout the New Testament, the writers emphasize the importance of Christian community and fellowship. Jesus said that the world would know His followers by their love for…
The principle that “to whom much is given, much will be required” comes from Luke 12:48 in the Bible. In context, Jesus is teaching His disciples about being prepared for His return and being faithful stewards of what God has given us. This verse provides an important truth for all believers to understand. 1. The Background In Luke 12, Jesus is having a discussion with His disciples about being ready and faithful in light of His second coming. He tells several parables, including the parable of the faithful and wise servant contrasted with the unfaithful servant (Luke 12:41-48). It’s in…
The phrase “Blessed are the meek” comes from Matthew 5:5 in the Bible, where Jesus gives the Beatitudes during the Sermon on the Mount. In this verse, Jesus says, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” To understand what Jesus means by “blessed are the meek,” we need to examine the meaning of “meek” and look at the context of this verse within the Beatitudes and Jesus’ teachings. Definition of “Meek” The Greek word translated as “meek” in Matthew 5:5 is praus. Praus does not mean being weak or spineless, nor does it refer to defeat or…
The verse Philippians 4:13 is one of the most well-known and oft-quoted verses in the Bible. The apostle Paul wrote, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” This verse is an empowering reminder that with God’s strength, we can overcome any challenge or trial that comes our way. However, this verse is sometimes misused or misapplied. Some people interpret it to mean that God will empower them to achieve any goal or ambition they have, regardless of whether it aligns with God’s will. Others think it means that Christians will be invincible and nothing bad will ever…
Youth With A Mission (YWAM) is an international, interdenominational Christian missions organization. It was founded in 1960 by Loren Cunningham and his wife Darlene after they had a vision from God to reach young people for Christ. The name Youth With A Mission reflects the original focus on youth, but today YWAMers range from infants to the elderly. YWAM has over 20,000 full-time volunteer workers in more than 1,100 ministry locations in over 180 countries. YWAM has a decentralized structure that emphasizes each YWAM ministry location retaining a lot of autonomy. As a result, YWAM has a diversity of beliefs…
The saying “the blood of the martyrs is the seed of the church” refers to the idea that the persecution and death of Christians, specifically martyrs, leads to the growth and strengthening of the church. This phrase emphasizes how the sacrifice of martyrs contributes to the spread of the faith and the building up of the Christian community. The origins of this phrase can be traced back to the early church father Tertullian (c. 155 – c. 240 AD), who wrote in Apologeticus (his defense of Christianity against its critics and persecutors): “The blood of the martyrs is the seed…
David is one of the most well-known figures in the Bible. He started out as a shepherd boy who was anointed by Samuel to become the second king of Israel after Saul (1 Samuel 16:1-13). David had many sons through his different wives during his reign as king. Here is an overview of the sons of David mentioned in the Bible: Sons born in Hebron before David became king over all Israel: Amnon – firstborn son of David and Ahinoam (2 Samuel 3:2). He raped his half-sister Tamar and was later killed by her brother Absalom for what he did…
Finding true love can seem incredibly difficult for many people. There are a few key reasons outlined in the Bible that help explain this struggle. We Live in a Fallen World Since the fall of man in Genesis 3, the world we live in is tainted by sin. Relationships are not exempt from the effects of sin. Pride, selfishness, lack of commitment, and many other issues can undermine relationships and make finding true love a challenge (Genesis 3:1-24). God’s original design for relationships was perfect, but sin corrupted everything. Our Hearts are Prone to Wander The Bible teaches that the…
