The account of Paul being bitten by a viper is found in Acts 28:3–6 and serves as a sign of divine protection and credibility as a servant of God. It occurs after Paul and others survive a shipwreck and arrive on the island of Melita (Malta): “But when...

The spies were punished because they brought back a fearful and faithless report, leading the people to rebel against God’s promise. Joshua and Caleb were spared because they believed God’s word, stood firm in faith, and encouraged the people to trust...

Isaac’s birth is a central event in the unfolding of God’s covenant promises. Genesis 21:1–2 records the fulfillment of God’s word:“And the Lord visited Sarah as He had said, and the Lord did for Sarah as He had spoken. For Sarah...

Fig trees are frequently used in Scripture to symbolize prosperity, peace, judgment, and spiritual fruitfulness, or the lack thereof. They were common in ancient Israel and served both practical and symbolic roles.In the Old Testament, the fig tree is often a sign...

Religion often refers to the external practices, traditions, and rituals associated with a system of belief. Relationship, in biblical terms, refers to a personal, saving connection with God through Jesus Christ. While true Christianity includes elements of...

The peace offering could be male or female because it was a voluntary act of worship, not an offering for atonement like the burnt or sin offerings. While other sacrifices had stricter requirements to symbolize the sinless nature of Christ’s substitutionary...

Jesus chose twelve disciples to reflect the twelve tribes of Israel and to establish a new spiritual foundation for the people of God. These twelve men were not just followers, they were appointed as apostles, sent out to preach, heal, and lay the groundwork for...

Envy is condemned throughout Scripture as a destructive force that originates from pride and discontent. Proverbs 14:30 says, “A sound heart is life to the body, but envy is rottenness to the bones.” It eats away at the soul and corrupts the spirit.The...

The Bible does not use the modern term “mental health,” but it addresses the conditions of the mind, soul, and emotions extensively. Scripture recognizes the reality of emotional struggles such as anxiety, depression, fear, and grief, and offers both...

Grace in the Bible is God’s unmerited favor, His goodness freely given to those who do not deserve it and cannot earn it. Grace is foundational to the gospel and to the believer’s relationship with God. It is entirely a gift, not a reward for works or...