What Is the Word of the LORD in the Old Testament?
When Samuel heard his name called during the night, he went to Eli because he thought the priest wanted him. But Eli had not…
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The Pillar of Cloud and Fire: God’s Presence With Israel
When the Israelites left slavery in Egypt, the Lord went ahead of them in a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of…
Adam and Eve: Creation, Sin, and the Promise of Christ
Genesis presents Adam and Eve as the first man and woman, and the rest of Scripture treats them as real people. Their creation tells…
What Is Repentance? A Biblical Answer
Repentance means acknowledging our sin and turning to God instead of continuing to defend what He says is wrong. I do not understand that…
Absalom in the Bible: From Family Tragedy to Rebellion
Absalom's rebellion began in a household where a terrible wrong had gone unpunished. Amnon raped Tamar, and David became angry without administering any discipline…
The Seven Trumpets of Revelation: What Do They Mean?
In Revelation 8 through 11, John describes seven angels sounding seven trumpets, and each trumpet brings the account of God's judgment closer to the…
The Book of Ecclesiastes: What Does Vanity Mean?
Ecclesiastes calls life vanity while also telling us to enjoy God’s gifts and do our work faithfully. Those teachings belong together. Solomon exposes how…
‘Let the Women Keep Silent’: What Does It Mean?
What did Paul mean when he wrote, “Let your women keep silent in the churches”? Some people use that sentence to silence women in…
Born Again: What Jesus Meant to Nicodemus
Jesus told Nicodemus, “You must be born again.” This man knew Scripture and held a respected position among Israel's teachers, yet Jesus said he…
David and Bathsheba: Sin, Repentance, and Lasting Consequences
David knew Bathsheba was Uriah's wife before he sent for her. He then used his royal authority to conceal what he had done, drawing…