Fire came out from the Lord to consume the offering in Leviticus 9 as a visible sign of His acceptance of the sacrifice and His presence among the people. It confirmed that the priests’ consecration was complete and that the worship offered was in accordance...

Ophir is mentioned in the Bible as a region famous for its wealth, particularly its gold. While its exact geographical location remains uncertain, the name Ophir became synonymous with great abundance and precious resources.The most notable references to Ophir...

The Bible does not explicitly mention modern birth control methods, but it gives principles that can guide decisions in this area. One of the few passages that touches on intentionally preventing conception is found in Genesis 38:9-10, where Onan, commanded to...

The trespass offering required restitution plus a fifth to ensure full justice and to emphasize the seriousness of violating God’s law or defrauding others. Restitution restored what was taken or damaged, and the additional one-fifth served as a penalty and...

God commanded unclean persons to be put outside the camp to protect the holiness of His dwelling among Israel. Since the Lord’s presence was in the midst of the camp, any defilement would dishonor Him and bring danger upon the people. The separation of the...

The bird’s nest law was given to promote compassion and restraint, even toward animals. It taught Israel to value life and to act with mercy in the smallest of situations. If someone found a bird’s nest with a mother sitting on eggs or young birds, they...

The covenant renewal in Moab served as a reaffirmation of Israel’s relationship with God before entering the Promised Land. Though it was based on the same foundational law given at Sinai, it was spoken to a new generation that had not stood at Mount Horeb....

The mustard seed is mentioned by Jesus as a symbol of small beginnings with great outcomes, particularly in reference to faith and the kingdom of God. Though it is one of the smallest seeds used by farmers in that region, it grows into a large plant, emphasizing...

Jesus did not use the word “homosexuality,” but He clearly addressed sexual morality and affirmed God’s design for sexuality and marriage. He upheld the authority of the Old Testament and defined marriage as exclusively between a man and a...

God made the bitter water sweet at Marah to show His power to provide for His people and to teach Israel to trust and obey Him. After their deliverance through the Red Sea, Israel journeyed into the wilderness and faced their first major trial of need. Exodus...