The Bible has quite a bit to say about how to handle a rebellious child. This is an important topic that all parents need guidance on at some point. Here is an overview of the key biblical principles on this issue: Understanding the Nature of Rebellion To start, it’s important to understand what rebellion is according to the Bible. Rebellion is essentially when a child knowingly and willfully disobeys or resists a parent’s authority. It stems from a heart attitude of pride, stubbornness and disrespect (1 Samuel 15:23). Rebellion can manifest in outward behaviors like direct disobedience, lies, deception, anger,…
Author: Erin Weitzman
God is the ultimate source of all wisdom and truth. As James 1:5 says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” Seeking wisdom begins with fearing the Lord, as Proverbs 9:10 declares, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.” To gain true wisdom, we must humble ourselves before God, acknowledge our need for Him, and ask for wisdom sincerely, trusting that He will provide it according to His perfect will. Here are…
In-vitro fertilization (IVF) is a modern medical procedure where eggs are fertilized by sperm in a laboratory dish, then implanted in a woman’s uterus. This allows couples struggling with infertility to conceive children. However, IVF raises ethical concerns for some Christians regarding the sanctity of human life and God’s design for procreation. Here is an overview of 9000 words on what the Bible says about IVF. 1. Children are a blessing from God The Bible speaks positively about children as gifts from God. Psalms 127:3 says “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a…
Gibeah was an important city located in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin in the Old Testament. It was the site of some significant events in Israel’s history. Gibeah as Saul’s Home and Capital Gibeah is first mentioned as the home of Saul, who became the first king of Israel (1 Samuel 10:26). After Saul was anointed as king, he returned to Gibeah and a band of men “whose hearts God had touched” went with him. This seems to indicate that Gibeah was Saul’s power base from which he launched his new kingship. Later, when Saul called the armies…
The Exodus story is one of the most well-known narratives in the Bible. It details the deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt and their journey to the Promised Land under the leadership of Moses. A key detail often discussed is how many Israelites actually left Egypt during this monumental event. Though the Bible does not provide an explicit number, analysis of the biblical text can give us a rough estimate. The starting point is Exodus 12:37 which states, “The Israelites journeyed from Rameses to Succoth. There were about six hundred thousand men on foot, besides women and children.”…
The apostle John was one of the twelve original disciples of Jesus Christ. Along with his brother James and the apostle Peter, John was part of Christ’s innermost circle. John is traditionally considered the author of five books of the New Testament – the Gospel of John, the three epistles of John, and the Book of Revelation. He lived to an old age as one of the last surviving apostles. The Bible does not record the exact details of John’s death. However, early church traditions provide some insights into how the apostle may have died. John’s Prominence in the Early…
Nahash the Ammonite is a figure mentioned several times in the Bible, primarily in relation to King Saul and King David. Here is a 9,000 word overview of what the Bible tells us about Nahash the Ammonite: First mention in 1 Samuel 11 Nahash the Ammonite is first mentioned in 1 Samuel 11 during the early reign of King Saul. The Ammonites were hostile neighbors of Israel to the east. Nahash led an army to besiege the city of Jabesh-gilead, saying he would only agree to a treaty if he could gouge out the right eye of everyone in the…
Music has been an integral part of worship and praise since biblical times. Various musical instruments are referenced throughout the books of the Old Testament, giving us insight into the types of instruments used by God’s people in ancient days. While not an exhaustive list, below is an overview of the major categories of musical instruments found in the Old Testament. String Instruments String instruments were very common in biblical times. The lyre, harp, and lute are the primary string instruments mentioned in the Old Testament. Lyre The lyre was a small U-shaped string instrument, usually with two curved arms…
Knowing that future sins are forgiven is a common question and concern for many Christians. The Bible provides encouraging truths about God’s grace and forgiveness that can bring assurance to believers worried about sins they may commit in the future. First, it’s important to understand that all sins – past, present and future – can be forgiven through faith in Jesus Christ. When we put our trust in Christ, we are completely justified before God (Romans 5:1). This justification is not just for the sins we’ve already committed, but for the sins we will commit in the future as well.…
The Passion Translation (TPT) is a new Bible translation created by Dr. Brian Simmons. It was first published in parts between 2009 and 2018, with the New Testament being completed in 2017. The goal of TPT is to capture the passion and emotion conveyed in the original Bible languages and communicate them in a way that is accessible and engaging for modern readers. Some key things to know about the Passion Translation: It is a meaning-for-meaning translation rather than a word-for-word translation. This means it focuses more on conveying the essence of phrases and passages rather than strict literal accuracy.…