What is the difference between envy and jealousy? Jealousy is more directed at a person, while envy is directed more at possessions, positions, or what they have. The original sin in Genesis 3 was actually jealousy – that of Satan himself in the heavenlies before God created man. Satan is God’s creation and he was not created evil; he became … [Read more...]

The book of Acts provides the basic history of the spread of Christianity from Jerusalem to Rome following the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Let’s briefly examine what the apostles had to say about this very controversial subject. In Acts 1:8 we read, “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be … [Read more...]

The Old Testament Passover Lamb, a type of Christ, was examined for 72 defects. The true Lamb of God, our Lord Jesus Christ, was absolutely without fault. No wonder Pilate said to the chief priests and the people, “I find no fault in this Man.” In Genesis 22, the Bible tells us when Abraham was about to sacrifice his son, Isaac, God provided … [Read more...]

In His Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24-25, the next group of people that Jesus talks about, that will be impacted by His coming are the servants who were given talents. The parable relates to how the master divided the money among his servants according to each of their abilities. For the kingdom of heaven is like a man travelling to a far country, … [Read more...]