The Bible does not directly address the concepts of telepathy or psychokinesis, as these are modern terms developed in the context of parapsychology research. However, the Bible does speak to supernatural abilities and events that relate in various ways. Telepathy Telepathy refers to the transfer of thoughts, feelings, or information from one person’s mind to another, without using the normal means of communication. The Bible does not use the term “telepathy” but does describe instances of supernatural knowledge and communication that could be seen as similar. Jesus’ knowledge of people’s thoughts Jesus demonstrated knowledge of people’s inner thoughts on several…
Author: Erin Weitzman
Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese philosophy and practice that focuses on harmonizing human environments with surrounding energies and forces. The word “feng shui” translates to “wind-water” in English. This name refers to the belief in feng shui that the environment can be optimized through the proper flow and balance of the metaphorical winds and waters, or energies. While feng shui has seen a surge of popularity in Western cultures in recent years, Christians may have reservations about fully embracing its tenets, as some of them derive from Eastern religions and folk beliefs outside the Christian faith. At its core,…
Toxic masculinity refers to harmful cultural attitudes and norms that reinforce rigid, narrow views of what it means to be a man. This often leads to suppression of vulnerable emotions, aggression, and disrespect toward women. While the Bible presents positive models of manhood, it can be misinterpreted to justify toxic attitudes. A faithful reading calls men to love, responsibility, and Christlike character. Promoting Narrow Gender Roles Toxic masculinity promotes restrictive roles where men must be dominant, aggressive, unemotional, and hypersexual. It shames men for displaying “feminine” traits like nurturing, cooperation, and empathy. However, the Bible presents a more holistic vision.…
Recycling has become an increasingly important topic in our world today. As concerns about the environment and sustainability continue to grow, many Christians wonder what the Bible has to say about recycling. At over 9,000 words, this article will provide an in-depth look at the biblical principles and perspectives that can inform Christians’ views on recycling. To start, the Bible does not directly mention recycling. However, it provides principles about stewardship, resource use, and care for creation that can guide Christians as they consider the issue of recycling. Genesis 1:26 says that God gave humans dominion over the earth and…
Addiction is a struggle that many people face, whether it be addiction to drugs, alcohol, pornography, or other vices. The Bible has much to say about addiction and offers hope, wisdom, and power to overcome it through faith in Jesus Christ. Here are some key Bible verses about addiction: 1. We are all addicted to sin apart from Christ “Jesus answered them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin.'” (John 8:34) “For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to various passions and pleasures, passing our days in malice and…
Being “godless” simply means living without God. A godless person does not acknowledge, worship, or submit to the one true God revealed in the Bible. Instead, they either worship false gods or idols, or they live as practical atheists, denying God’s existence or relevance to their lives. The Bible has a lot to say about what it means to be godless and the consequences of rejecting God. Here are some key points: 1. Godlessness is a deliberate rejection of God Godlessness doesn’t happen by accident. The godless person makes a conscious choice to live apart from God. Romans 1:18-23 describes…
What is a Jesus juke? A “Jesus juke” is a term used to describe when someone abruptly changes the topic of conversation to Jesus or the gospel message in an awkward or inappropriate way. Here is a 9,000 word explanation of what the Bible teaches about appropriately sharing the gospel: The Bible makes it clear that followers of Jesus are called to share the gospel and make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20). However, there are wise and unwise ways to go about this important calling. A “Jesus juke” often represents an unwise approach that is more likely to push people away than…
The Episcopal Church is a member church of the worldwide Anglican Communion. It traces its heritage back to the Church of England and maintains much of the liturgical and theological traditions of Anglicanism. Here is an overview of some of the key beliefs and practices of the Episcopal Church: Church Governance The Episcopal Church has an episcopal form of church governance, which means it is overseen by bishops. At the national level, the church is governed by the General Convention, which is composed of the House of Bishops and the House of Deputies. The House of Bishops includes all active…
Leading a child to Christ is one of the most important things we can do as Christians. Children are impressionable and open to the Gospel, so it is critical that we guide them well. The Bible gives us principles on how to effectively lead children to salvation and a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ. First, we must have the right foundation. As Deuteronomy 6:6-7 says, we should impress on children the commandments and truth of God by integrating them into everyday life. This means modeling godliness in how we live and speak. Children will learn more from our examples than…
The phrase “God-breathed” comes from 2 Timothy 3:16 which states, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” This verse teaches that the Bible originated from God and was inspired by Him. But what exactly does it mean that Scripture is “breathed out by God”? First, the word “breathed” or “breathed out” indicates that Scripture comes directly from God. Just as we breathe out air from our lungs, God imparted His words and truth into the minds and hearts of the biblical writers. The Bible did not come…