God is aware that we require fortitude to overcome the obstacles in life. The Bible is full with words of encouragement, such as Psalm 27:14, which encourages us to wait on the LORD and have courage, and He will strengthen our hearts. I say, wait upon the LORD!” Good courage is the ability to face … Read more
Two passages in the Gospels and one in the Epistles teach that Jesus wept. In the Gospels our Lord wept as He looked on man’s misery, and both instances demonstrate our Lord’s human nature, His compassion for people, and the life He offers to those who believe. When Jesus wept, He showed all these things. … Read more
Though this may seem strange to hear, Jesus was not a Christian. This claim draws attention to a significant difference regarding the beginnings and tenets of the Christian religion. Though Jesus was not a strict Christian, Christianity is predicated on the idea that Jesus Christ is the Lord and Savior. Instead, as the Son of … Read more
Zen is a term used in Buddhism to describe a contemplative state that is intended to bring about spiritual enlightenment and self-discovery. Although Zen practitioners assert that zazen is consistent with Christianity, there are several significant differences between the two that render this practice inconsistent with Christian doctrine. Zen first aims for enlightenment of himself. … Read more
See that you do not look down on one of these little ones, says Matthew 18:10. For I assure you, my Father in heaven is constantly visible to their angels in heaven. These little ones might relate to the little children in the setting or to those who trust in Him. The important section about … Read more
Numerous conflicts throughout history have been connected to religion. For instance, during the Crusades in Christianity, which took place between the eleventh and the thirteenth centuries, Christian troops battled to free the Holy Land from Muslim rule. Protestants and Catholics fought each other in the 16th-century French Wars of Religion. Conflict between Protestants and Catholics … Read more
The theological idea of karma is present in both Buddhism and Hinduism. It is the notion that your post-reincarnation quality of existence will be determined by your life choices. You will be rewarded with a happy rebirth if you live an altruistic, compassionate, and holy life during this one. On the other hand, you will … Read more
The Nazirites are the only group of people who are specifically instructed not to consume wine or alcohol in the Bible. Jesus was a “Nazarene,” a person who was born in the town of Nazareth; He was not a Nazirite. The Nazirite vow was never taken by Jesus. It’s quite likely that a fermented drink … Read more
Divergent opinions exist on what it means to be a man in the world. Some people believe that having rock-solid abs is a must for being a man, along with grit, square-jawed resolve, and a working understanding of weapons. Some claim that being sensitive, having empathy for the less fortunate, and being in touch with … Read more
The Bible has several references to snakes – more than 80 in all. Snakes can be found in the Garden of Eden, the desert, the Pharaoh’s court, and the island. They are nearly often depicted as repulsive animals that are linked to cunning and poison. Snakes are amoral animals, thus they are not inherently “evil,” … Read more