Interpreting the Bible is very wonderful if we can do it well. There is no better time to discuss like this. Three reasons will be adduced. One is the rate of Biblical ignorance and illiteracy in our generation among both the clergy and the laity. If some are confronted like the Ethiopian Eunuch and asked,…
A set of beliefs is classified as Baptist distinctives. These beliefs are designated using the acronym BAPTISTS. In the coming months, I intend to discuss each of these beliefs to show the thorough biblical foundations and core evangelical nature of the Baptist faith and doctrine. The first letter of the acronym stands for biblical authority,…
In Koine Greek, spot is “spilos”, a blemish that mars or disfigures the face. It can imply shame or disgrace. In Hebrew, “ketem” is the common word for stain or spot; metaphorically, it stands for sin or shame. This article solves the issue of blemishes. Introductions A spot is a blemish, an imperfection, a taint…
This is the concluding part of the book, and it emphasises the new life patterns to live. Christians are called out of the world to live for Jesus Christ. They are to be Christ’s representatives in the world. Their quality of life should manifest Jesus Christ and point people to Christ. The hymn “Let Others…
A debate about tithing has raged in Nigeria’s media for quite some time. Several people have canvassed positions that painted a negative view of the tithe and tithers. A pastor made a mistake by claiming that a person who does not pay tithe will not go to heaven (a claim he has retracted). Many antagonists…
One of the most difficult things to do in life is to rejoice amid the adversary. It takes the grace of God for someone to be able to do this. More often than not, what comes to mind each time we face an adversary is to ask God the reason why such a thing should…
The events of Christ’s second coming culminate in judgment, which is the Great Separation(Matthew 25:31-46). The events that will characterise the separation are raised as questions and answers provided in line with the scriptural text. Matthew 25:31-46 Great Separation of the Second Coming of Jesus 1. When shall the separation be?-Matthew 25:31-32 The great separation…
Discipleship involves Jesus’ likeness, learning from Him, and becoming more like Him daily. It involves cultivating a personal relationship with God, studying the Scripture, praying, and participating in the community of believers. Disciples receive instruction, teaching, and guidance from their mentor or teacher, a more experienced believer or spiritual leader. They learn from their disciple’s…
This article examines the parables of the Second Coming of Jesus. Under traffic rules, the red in a traffic light means stop, yellow means ready, and green means go. (Mark a start and finish line. Have the children line up at the beginning and turn off the lights. The children may move ahead when the…
Applying the theory principles below will make Biblical truths come alive, even as it makes learning participatory and genuinely transformative, as learners can retain knowledge for a long time. According to Howard Gardner, the eight multiple intelligences are verbal-linguistic intelligence, logical-mathematical intelligence, spatial intelligence, bodily-kinesthetic intelligence, musical intelligence, interpersonal intelligence, intrapersonal intelligence, and naturalist intelligence….