The Bible has a lot to say about God’s protection over His people. Here is an overview of some of the key passages and themes related to God’s protection found in Scripture: God as a shield and refuge Several verses describe God as a shield, fortress or refuge, providing safety and security for those who trust in Him: “But you, O Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.” (Psalm 3:3) “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the…
Author: Kerry Baysinger
The so-called “Reptilian conspiracy” is a fringe theory that alleges shape-shifting reptilian aliens are secretly controlling human society. While intriguing, this idea has no basis in the Bible. Here’s a 9,000 word overview of what Scripture does teach about spiritual realities: The Bible affirms the reality of spiritual beings The Bible clearly teaches that there are intelligent, non-human beings known as angels. These spiritual creatures were created by God before the physical universe existed (Job 38:4-7). Angels are mentioned over 250 times in Scripture. They surround God’s throne in heaven, worship Him, and serve as messengers between heaven and earth…
Character is an important theme that runs throughout the Bible. God cares deeply about our character and integrity. Here are some key Bible verses about character: 1. Proverbs 20:11 – Integrity “Even a child is known by his actions, by whether his conduct is pure and right.” This proverb emphasizes that our true character is revealed through our conduct and actions. Even from a young age, people can discern if someone has integrity and good character. 2. 1 Corinthians 15:33 – Character Matters “Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.'” The company we keep and the influences we…
The Bible makes it clear that Satan, also known as the devil, is a fallen angel who rebelled against God and became the enemy of all that is good. Though he seeks to tempt people into sin and thwart God’s plans, the Bible assures us that Satan’s defeat and final judgment are certain. Throughout Scripture, we see Satan trying to undermine God’s purposes and turn people away from following Him. Some key examples include: In Genesis 3, Satan tempts Eve and succeeds in bringing sin into the world. In Job 1-2, Satan attempts to turn Job against God through intense…
King Saul was the first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel around 1050 BC. Saul reigned over Israel for 40 years until his death around 1010 BC. Here is an overview of Saul’s life and kingship according to the Bible: Saul’s Anointing as King In 1 Samuel 8, the Israelites demanded a king to rule over them like the nations around them. Though this displeased Samuel, God told him to give them a king (1 Samuel 8:7, 22). God chose Saul, from the tribe of Benjamin, to be the first king over Israel (1 Samuel 9:1-2). When Saul…
The Bible has quite a bit to say about the issue of being “nosey,” which essentially means poking around in other people’s business. This tendency comes from our innate curiosity as human beings, but it can easily lead us into sin if we’re not careful. Scripture warns against being a busybody on several occasions. For example, 1 Peter 4:15 says “If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler.” The Greek word translated as “meddler” here refers to someone who meddles in things that don’t concern…
The concept of belief in God as a “virus” is a metaphor used by some atheists and skeptics to characterize religious faith as something that infects people’s minds and spreads throughout societies. While provocative, this analogy ultimately presents a limited view of the complex phenomenon of religious belief. At the heart of the “belief in God as a virus” metaphor is the view that religious ideas operate like infectious agents that propagate by “infecting” human minds. Just as biological viruses spread by inserting themselves into living cells, this view sees religious beliefs as mind viruses that insert themselves into people’s…
According to the book of Genesis, on the fifth day of creation God created the creatures of the skies and seas. This was an important step in God’s creative work, bringing forth birds, fish, and other marine life. Here is what the Bible says about the fifth day of creation in Genesis 1:20-23 (ESV): And God said, “Let the waters swarm with swarms of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the expanse of the heavens.” So God created the great sea creatures and every living creature that moves, with which the waters swarm, according to their…
The Bible does not directly address whether the universe is expanding or not. However, it does provide some clues that are relevant to this question. Here is an overview of what the Bible has to say about the origins and fate of the universe: God Created the Heavens and the Earth The Bible opens with the famous statement, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). This affirms that God is the creator of the entire universe. The heavens refer to outer space and the celestial bodies within it. The earth refers specifically to our planet.…
Mizpah is mentioned several times in the Bible, both as a place name and figuratively as a monument or watchtower. Its key importance lies in its role as a symbolic boundary marker, a meeting place, and a monument testifying to God’s oversight and protection. The first reference to Mizpah is in Genesis 31, where Laban and Jacob set up a heap of stones as a boundary marker and part ways after making a covenant of non-aggression. They call this heap of stones Mizpah, meaning “watchtower”, because as Laban says, “The LORD watch between you and me, when we are absent…