Revelation 13:10 is a verse that some people—especially Hebrew Israelites—use to say, “See, it proves the nations that led Israel into slavery will themselves go into slavery.” They claim this is talking about Blacks, Hispanics, and Native Americans being avenged through the captivity of other nations. But when we slow down and look carefully at… Continue reading This Verse Shows Believers Will Suffer, Not Rule With Chains: Revelation 13:10
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Revelation 3:14 — First Created or First Cause?
Rev 3:14 (KJV) 14 And unto the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write; These things saith the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation of God; Revelation 3:14 is another verse people often bring up to argue that Jesus was the first created being. When Christ calls Himself “the… Continue reading Revelation 3:14 — First Created or First Cause?
Firstborn Doesn’t Mean First Created: Colossians 1:15
Col 1:15 (KJV) 15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: Some people use Colossians 1:15 to say Jesus was the first being God created, and because of that, He can’t be the Most High. But when we read the verse in context, that’s not what it’s teaching. The… Continue reading Firstborn Doesn’t Mean First Created: Colossians 1:15
How to Read the Bible: Seeing the Bigger Picture PT 1
A full video breakdown of this article Before We Begin: Let Me Show You Something Think about any movie with a big twist. The first time you watch, early scenes look ordinary. But when the ending drops, you replay those moments in your head and realize they meant something totally different. Take Get Out, for instance.… Continue reading How to Read the Bible: Seeing the Bigger Picture PT 1
Where Does Understanding Come From?
Disclaimer: In this article, I’ll be using the name “Jesus” as it appears in the KJV Bible. You’re welcome to use whatever form or pronunciation you prefer. This discussion isn’t about the correct way to say the Messiah’s name. Where does true understanding come from? Is it enough to simply read the words on the page,… Continue reading Where Does Understanding Come From?
Did Paul Teach God’s Commandments or Just His Own Opinions?
One common accusation leveled at the Apostle Paul is that he frequently gave his own personal opinions instead of relaying direct commands from the Most High. On the surface, certain verses do seem to suggest he’s just giving casual advice. For instance, Paul plainly states: 1Co 7:6 KJV 6 But I speak this by permission,… Continue reading Did Paul Teach God’s Commandments or Just His Own Opinions?
Why Paul quoted Greek pagan philosophers.
Some people have questioned why the Apostle Paul quoted lines from Greek poets and philosophers in his letters. To some, it might look like he was mixing pagan ideas with the faith, or relying on the words of men who didn’t follow the Most High. But when we take a closer look, we’ll see that… Continue reading Why Paul quoted Greek pagan philosophers.
Paul vs. God’s Plan for Marriage: What’s Really Going On?
Disclaimer: In this article, I’ll be using the name “Jesus” as it appears in the KJV Bible. You’re welcome to use whatever form or pronunciation you prefer. This discussion isn’t about the correct way to say the Messiah’s name. Have you ever heard someone claim that Paul’s teachings go against what the Most High says?… Continue reading Paul vs. God’s Plan for Marriage: What’s Really Going On?
The virgin birth: The seed of David argument.
This article is about the “seed of David” argument that some people use to claim Joseph must have been the biological father of Jesus. The reasoning goes like this: since women don’t have seed (or sperm), and the prophecy says the Messiah would come from the seed of David, then Joseph had to be His… Continue reading The virgin birth: The seed of David argument.
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