The Bible does not provide an exact date for when God created the angels. However, we can piece together some clues from Scripture to get a general idea of when this may have occurred. Here are some key points about the creation of angels according to the Bible: Angels were created by God: “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him” (Colossians 1:16). Angels were created before the earth: “Where were you when I laid the foundation…
Author: Aaron Chin
The question of how Jesus can be both God and man at the same time has been debated and discussed for centuries. The Bible teaches that Jesus is the Son of God who became incarnate as a human being. He is both fully divine and fully human. This is a complex theological concept that is central to Christian belief. Here is an overview of what the Bible teaches about Jesus being both God and man. Jesus is Fully God There are many passages in Scripture that affirm the divinity of Jesus Christ. Jesus claimed equality with God the Father and…
Sorcery, also known as magic, divination, spell-casting, and witchcraft, is mentioned many times in the Bible. God’s Word makes it clear that sorcery is sinful and forbidden. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about sorcery: Sorcery is condemned in the Old Testament In the Old Testament, God commanded the Israelites not to practice sorcery or divination. He considered it an abomination: “There shall not be found among you anyone who burns his son or his daughter as an offering, anyone who practices divination or tells fortunes or interprets omens, or a sorcerer or a charmer or a…
The Bible has a lot to say about demons, also known as evil spirits or unclean spirits. Here is an overview of the biblical teaching on demons: The Origin of Demons The Bible indicates that demons are fallen angels who rebelled against God and were cast out of heaven. Revelation 12:9 states, “The great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.” These “angels” are identified elsewhere as demons (Matthew 25:41). 2 Peter 2:4 speaks of the angels who sinned…
Angels are spiritual beings created by God to serve Him and carry out His will. The Bible has a lot to say about the nature and purpose of angels. Here is an overview of the major biblical teachings about angels: The Nature of Angels Angels are spiritual beings, not physical ones (Hebrews 1:14). They don’t have material bodies like humans, but can take on human form or appearance when interacting with people on earth (Genesis 18:2, 19:1). Angels are personal beings with emotions, will, and intelligence (Luke 15:10, 1 Peter 1:12). They have names and identities, like Gabriel and Michael…
Demonology is the study of demons from a Christian theological perspective. It examines their origins, nature, abilities, organization, and relationship to God and humans. Though not extensively discussed in the Bible, references to spiritual beings known as demons are found throughout both the Old and New Testaments. The Bible indicates that demons are fallen angels who rebelled against God along with Satan. Their rebellion is described in Revelation 12:4, “His tail swept down a third of the stars of heaven and cast them to the earth.” Stars here symbolically refer to angels. 2 Peter 2:4 also states, “God did not…
The book of 1 Kings is one of history and narrative in the Bible. It details the reigns of Kings Solomon, Rehoboam, Jeroboam, and more. It provides answers to questions on leadership, obedience to God, division of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, and God’s faithfulness. Here are some key questions explored in 1 Kings: How did Solomon’s reign start and end? 1 Kings opens with King David old and close to death. Following his instructions, the prophet Nathan and priest Zadok anoint Solomon, David’s son, as the next king over Israel. Solomon loved the Lord and walked in the…
The concept of the “church” began with Jesus Christ himself. During his earthly ministry, Jesus proclaimed that he would build his church (Matthew 16:18). After his death and resurrection, the early Christian church formed and began meeting together. Here is an overview of the origins and development of the early church based on accounts in the New Testament: Jesus Lays the Foundation While on earth, Jesus called 12 disciples to follow him and learn from him. This small group became the foundation for the future church. Jesus taught them about the kingdom of God and explained parables to them (Matthew…
The five fold ministry refers to the five primary roles and functions of ministers described by the Apostle Paul in Ephesians 4:11-12 – “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.” These five roles are apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Apostles The word “apostle” means “one who is sent out.” The role of an apostle is to spread the gospel and plant new churches through missionary work and church planting. Apostles have a burden to see people come…
Hasidic Judaism is a religious movement within Orthodox Judaism that originated in Eastern Europe in the 18th century. The movement was founded by Rabbi Israel ben Eliezer, also known as the Baal Shem Tov or Besht. Here is a 9000 word overview of Hasidic Judaism according to the Bible: The key teachings of Hasidic Judaism are derived from the Hebrew Bible, specifically the books of Deuteronomy and Psalms. Hasidic Jews emphasize developing an intense, joyous relationship with God through prayer, song, meditation, and good deeds. They believe that God desires the heartfelt prayer of the common folk and that devotion…