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¿Qué tiene que ver conmigo? por Teófila Gottfried

Lo que leemos en la Biblia tiene que ver con todos los seres humanos, sean cristianos o judíos, ateos o agnósticos, budistas, musulmanes o adherentes a alguna de las filosofías o nuevas religiones que surgen en el mundo. ¿Por qué? Ver mayor información sobre este interesante libro.

Scripture of The Day - St. John 14:6

Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

Escritura del día - San Juan 14,6

Jesús le dijo: Yo soy el camino, y la verdad, y la vida; nadie viene al Padre, sino por mí.

Bibelstelle des Tages - Johannes 14,6

Jesus spricht zu ihm: Ich bin der Weg und die Wahrheit und das Leben; niemand kommt zum Vater, denn durch mich!

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Church Pastors Against Home Bible Studies

Some church pastors forbid the members of their congregation from conducting home Bible studies. Many reasons are given for not allowing the study of God's word outside of the church, but are they biblical? Read more

Separating Men and Women in Bible Study: Dirty Minds in the Church?

More and more people are questioning harmful church trends such as that of separating men and women in Bible study. Is separation in the church by gender biblical? Is the Scripture of Titus 2:4-5 scriptural support for creating womens and mens Bible studies? We do not believe so. In fact, we have to ask ourselves if this so-called Christian practice is actually a ploy to increase the problem of singleness among Christians. Read more

Should A Christian Ever Speak Directly To An Evil Spirit? - Manna Minutes Podcast

Some believe it is never okay for a believer in Jesus to speak to an evil spirit. But, is that belief supported by Scripture? Let us take a look at the answer God's Word--the Bible--gives us. In less than five minutes, this Manna Minutes podcast will teach you what the Bible says about the believer in Jesus who sometimes speaks to a demon or devil. Read more

Separating Men and Women in Bible Study: Dirty Minds in the Church?

More and more people are questioning harmful church trends such as that of separating men and women in Bible study. Is separation in the church by gender biblical? Is the Scripture of Titus 2:4-5 scriptural support for creating womens and mens Bible studies? We do not believe so. In fact, we have to ask ourselves if this so-called Christian practice is actually a ploy to increase the problem of singleness among Christians. Read more

Closed Communion Is Not Biblical, But Open Communion Is

The Word of God makes it clear that closed communion is not biblical while the practice of open communion is. Let this easy-to-read article refute all the traditional arguments for restricting true members of the body of Christ from participation in the Lord's supper. Read more

Are God's Promises Unconditional?

Eternal salvation is one of God's promises, so understanding whether they are conditional should be of extreme importance. Read more

If I Am Not A Member Of A Local Church, Am I Wrong?

Many Christian leaders teach that if you are a true Christian, you must have membership in a local church. They say that if you do not, it is because you are not Christian, or you do not want to obey any pastor. They also accuse you of looking for the perfect church. What is more is that they say the Bible commands you to become a member of a local church, which is why we are going to refute their statements using the Bible. Read more

Resolving Conflict within the Christian Church the Biblical Way

Unfortunately, resolving conflict within the Christian church is a rarity nowadays. Why? The answer is lack of knowledge about what the Bible says about strife among Christians and the problem of respect of persons. Learn why it is such a serious thing to obey all, not some, of what the holy Scriptures tell us. Read more

The Operation Of The Holy Spirit

Learn what the operation, or work, of the Holy Spirit is. This will help you to understand why it is so important to pray for the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Read more

Why Some Christian Do Not Believe We Should Pray to the Holy Spirit

Should we pray to the Holy Spirit? Why do some Christians say we should not direct prayer to this third person of the trinity? There is biblical support for holding the stance that prayer should not be directed to the Spirit of God. Learn what scriptures are being used to maintain such a belief in many Christian churches. Read more

Commentary On Matthew 16:4 - Can I Ask God For A Sign To Confirm His Will?

Do you believe God has spoken to you, but you need confirmation? Have you been told that, based on Matthew 16:4, you should not ask God for a sign? Have you been told that only a wicked and adulterous generation seeks after a sign? Have you been told that the sign of the fleece of Gideon is not biblical support for asking the Lord for a sign, because Gideon lived during Old Testament times? Well, while it is not always correct to ask God for a sign, there are times when it is perfectly okay, even in New Testament times. Read more

What Does the Bible Say About the Capital Punishment Debate?

The capital punishment debate is one that divides Christians and non-Christians. Personal opinion tends to drive support or rejection of the death penalty. However, believers claim adherence to God's word, so what does the Bible say about this important question? Read more

Water Baptism by Immersion: Is God Worth The Trouble?

One of several questions a Christian believer searching for a church home might want to ask the pastor is: Do you believe in and practice water baptism by immersion. The response you receive just might provide you with valuable insight into what type of leadership the church has. Read more

Commentary On Matthew 16:4 - Can I Ask God For A Sign To Confirm His Will?

Do you believe God has spoken to you, but you need confirmation? Have you been told that, based on Matthew 16:4, you should not ask God for a sign? Have you been told that only a wicked and adulterous generation seeks after a sign? Have you been told that the sign of the fleece of Gideon is not biblical support for asking the Lord for a sign, because Gideon lived during Old Testament times? Well, while it is not always correct to ask God for a sign, there are times when it is perfectly okay, even in New Testament times. Read more

Will the Christian Church Be Raptured During the Tribulation?

Some say that the Christian Bible teaches that the church will be raptured during a period of great suffering on Earth known as the great tribulation. Why do others, including Christian believers, disagree? Read more

Water Baptism by Immersion: Is God Worth The Trouble?

One of several questions a Christian believer searching for a church home might want to ask the pastor is: Do you believe in and practice water baptism by immersion. The response you receive just might provide you with valuable insight into what type of leadership the church has. Read more

Religious Titles And Exalting Men: Idolatry in the Church

The Church has now degenerated to the point of actually building a statue, which is a graven image, to a human preacher... Read more

Prayers: Why Some Christians Don't Pray Pre-written, Printed Ones

One question that arises from time to time, particularly in conversation between Catholics and Protestants, relates to reasons why some believers reject praying pre-written prayers. Read more

Religious Titles And Exalting Men: Idolatry in the Church

The Church has now degenerated to the point of actually building a statue, which is a graven image, to a human preacher... Read more

The Bible on Praise and Worship Music

Some say that praise and worship offered of God should be calm and quiet in order to show reverence for God. However, learn why a strict and rigid belief in conducting restrictive worship service can actually end up being irreverent. Read more

Did Jesus Preach to Lost Souls in Hell?

The scripture of Peter 3:18-20 has been interpreted to mean that Jesus preached to lost souls who lived in the days of Noah and who went to hell. But, is this really what the Christian Bible says? No, it is not. Read more

Frustrated With the Modern Church? Do You Long to Return to the Old Fashioned Church?

Does the modern church need to return to the old fashioned church? What is wrong with the church today that most congregations are either skimpy in number and / or lifeless and empty in the Spirit? More and more older and young Christians yearn for what many modern Christian leaders have disdainfully labeled as old time religion. Interestingly, the Bible tells the people to return to the old way, which goes to show that something went terribly wrong when the saints of old modernized; and the same can be said for the saints of today. Read more

Commentary On Matthew 16:4 - Can I Ask God For A Sign To Confirm His Will?

Do you believe God has spoken to you, but you need confirmation? Have you been told that, based on Matthew 16:4, you should not ask God for a sign? Have you been told that only a wicked and adulterous generation seeks after a sign? Have you been told that the sign of the fleece of Gideon is not biblical support for asking the Lord for a sign, because Gideon lived during Old Testament times? Well, while it is not always correct to ask God for a sign, there are times when it is perfectly okay, even in New Testament times. Read more

Will the Christian Church Be Raptured During the Tribulation?

Some say that the Christian Bible teaches that the church will be raptured during a period of great suffering on Earth known as the great tribulation. Why do others, including Christian believers, disagree? Read more

Did Abraham and Sarah Try to Rush God?

Some teach that Abraham and Sarah lost faith in God by attempting to rush God concerning His promise to Abraham to give him a son despite Sarah being barren. But is that really what the Genesis scriptures tell or reveal to us. We do not think so. We do not believe in teaching that the birth of Ishmael was a mistake. Read more

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