Predestination
Is every single thing that happens in this universe controlled and planned? Is mankind pre-ordained to either live with God or be subject to death by the Almighty God without a choice in the matter?
Romans 13: Obey the Government
Since the dawn of humanity there has been conflict between citizens and their government. Thus, war is the major topic of most history books. Should we as Christians obey the government of our country in all things?
Romans 14:2 and Christian Food
Apparently, some in the church held the belief only vegetables should be eaten. We often see this in today’s society. Vegetarianism is a big deal to some church groups. Vegan is a popular diet.
The Sabbath Day: Who changed it to Sunday?
Sunday is considered by the vast majority of the world of “Christianity” as the day of worship. Early Roman Christianity changed the day of worship from the seventh day Sabbath to Sunday.
Romans 14:5-6 and the Sabbath Day
Paul did not want to offend new converts, he instead wanted them to look at the more important aspects of salvation (Rom. 14:9). We are all to give an account to God and Paul wanted no one to put any type of a stumbling block in the way of new converts.
Galatians 4:8-11 and the Sabbath Day
Since they were Gentiles what were the “days, and months, and time, and years” they went back to? They went back to mixing their prior days of pagan worship with the Sabbath and Holy Days of God.
Revelation 1:10 and the Sabbath Day
What is meant by “in the Spirit”? The apostle John saw a vision from Jesus Himself explaining what was to come before His (Christ’s) return. God has used “visions” throughout history to show man what is to come.
Alcohol
What does God have to say about drinking alcoholic beverages? Is alcohol even in the Bible? “Wine” appears 273 times and “strong drink” over 500 times.
Homosexuality
This is the purpose of mankind-to be a part of the family of God. Only males and females can create children for this glorious purpose of mankind. God wants us in His family.
Smoking
It is clear we should do what we can to take care of our bodies for the glory of God. Smoking is harmful to our bodies and therefore defiles our bodies.