A eunuch in the Bible refers to a man who has been castrated or made impotent. The term “eunuch” comes from the Greek word “eunouchos” which means “bed guardian.” Eunuchs are mentioned several times in the Old and New Testaments and served in a variety of roles. In the ancient world, castration was sometimes used to produce servants that could be trusted to guard harems and watch over royal women without temptation. Thus, many eunuchs worked as servants in royal palaces (2 Kings 9:32, Esther 1:10). The Book of Esther mentions Hegai, the eunuch in charge of the harem of…
Author: Aaron Chin
The question of whether Jesus went to hell between His death and resurrection is an intriguing one that has been debated by theologians for centuries. The Bible does not provide an explicit, definitive answer, but there are several key passages that shed light on this mysterious period between Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. The Descent into Hell One of the most frequently cited verses is 1 Peter 3:18-20: “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, in…
The Bible does not have explicit instructions about art, but it does contain principles that can guide Christians in how to think about art. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about art in approximately 9000 words: God as the Supreme Artist The Bible presents God as the supreme artist. Genesis 1 shows God carefully crafting the world and universe. “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). Throughout Genesis 1, God speaks things into existence – light, sky, land, plants, sun, moon, stars, animals, and humans. The creation account highlights God’s imaginative creativity…
The Bible has a lot to say about our identity in Christ. As Christians, it is so important that we understand who God says we are, so that we can live in the freedom and purpose He has for us. When we know our true identity, it changes everything! Here are some of the key things the Bible tells us about who God says we are: I am loved One of the most fundamental truths about our identity is that we are deeply loved by God. The Bible tells us “See what great love the Father has lavished on us,…
Sin. It’s something we all struggle with as human beings. No matter how hard we try, we constantly find ourselves falling into old habits and making poor choices that go against God’s will. If you’re anything like me, you’ve cried out to God asking, “Why can’t I stop sinning? Please help me!” First, it’s important to understand why we sin in the first place. The Bible teaches that sin entered the world through Adam and Eve’s disobedience in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3). When they chose to rebel against God’s command, sin corrupted not only them but all of…
Guilt is a common feeling that many Christians struggle with, especially when reflecting on past sins and mistakes. Though guilt can sometimes serve a positive purpose by leading us to repentance, excessive and unwarranted guilt is dangerous and unbiblical. As Christians, we need to understand what God’s Word says about guilt so we can deal with it in a godly manner. Recognize That Guilt Ultimately Stems From Sin At the root of guilt is sin. When we sin and fall short of God’s standards, guilt is the emotional warning sign that something is wrong (Isaiah 59:1-2). Guilt feelings are triggered…
This is a complex question that does not have a simple yes or no answer. There are good arguments on both sides of this issue, and sincere Christians can disagree. Ultimately, each believer must prayerfully consider their own situation and follow their conscience as guided by Scripture and the Holy Spirit. This article will examine the key biblical principles involved, outline the main pros and cons, and suggest factors to consider when deciding whether to attend Catholic Mass as a non-Catholic Christian. Key Biblical Principles When evaluating this issue, there are several biblical principles to keep in mind: The unity…
The Bible does not directly address the topic of self-gratification or self-pleasure. However, there are some principles and passages that can provide wisdom and insight for Christians seeking to honor God with their bodies and minds. Our bodies belong to God The Bible teaches that our bodies are not our own, but rather they belong to God. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 says “Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your…
The Shepherd of Hermas is an early Christian text that was highly regarded by some early Christians but did not make it into the final canon of the New Testament. It is a symbolic apocalyptic vision written in the 2nd century AD and divided into three sections known as Visions, Mandates, and Similitudes. The text presents itself as written by Hermas, a former slave who became a Christian prophet and leader of the church at Rome. However, modern scholars believe the author is unknown and used the name Hermas as a literary fiction. The Shepherd of Hermas was very popular…
Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) is an international Christian ministry focused on evangelizing children. CEF was founded in 1937 by Jesse Irvin Overholtzer, who felt called by God to reach children with the gospel message. The core belief of CEF is that children are more receptive to the gospel than adults. CEF aims to reach children at an early age before they become engrained in sinful lifestyles and secular worldviews. Their motto is “Evangelize children. Establish them in the Word of God and in a local church for Christian living” (Ephesians 4:11-16). CEF operates on the belief that all people are…