1 Peter 3:18-20: Did Jesus Preach in Hell?
18 For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit, 19...
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Matthew 11:12: Taking the Kingdom by Force?
From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and the violent take it by force. This statement from Jesus comes in the middle of a speech...
Is Being Single Better Than Being Married?
This seems like a strange question to ask, especially in a Christian context. After all, we believe the Bible teaches very clearly that God intended men and women to marry and have children (e.g.,...
James 2:24: Justified by Faith or Works?
It was the debate at the heart of the Reformation, and people still fight over it today: “To what extent do I contribute to my own salvation?” Historically, Protestants have turned to Romans 3...
Who Are the Nephilim (Genesis 6:1-4)?
If you’re engaged at all with popular culture, especially with fantasy or sci-fi movies, books, or TV shows, I’m sure you’ve come across a race of people called the “Nephilim.” Maybe you knew, or...
