Why is Life Not Fair? Life is not fair. This is a universal truth that everyone experiences at some point. Some people seem to have it all – good health, loving family, financial security, career success. Meanwhile, others struggle through sickness, loneliness, poverty, and failure. Why does life seem to bless some while cursing others? As Christians, what does the Bible say about the unfairness of life? To start, we must understand that fairness is not promised in this fallen world. When Adam and Eve sinned, sin entered creation and corrupted everything. The world became imperfect, and unfairness exists because…
Author: Kristal Wheatley
The Bible does not directly address healthcare as we know it today, as modern medicine did not exist at the time it was written. However, the Bible does provide principles and examples that can guide Christians as they think about healthcare and make healthcare decisions. Caring for the sick and suffering One of the most prominent principles in the Bible regarding healthcare is the call to care for those who are sick and suffering. Throughout the New Testament, Jesus consistently demonstrated compassion and care for those with illnesses and disabilities, often healing them of their afflictions. Jesus healed the lame…
The Christian flag is a flag designed in the early 20th century to represent all of Christendom, with a color symbolism reflecting the Christian faith. The flag has a white field, with a red Latin cross inside a blue canton. The origin and meaning of the flag’s colors are as follows: White Field The white field represents peace and purity. In the Bible, white is associated with holiness, righteousness, and the redeemed state of the believers. Revelation 19:8 says, “Fine linen, bright and clean, was given her to wear. Fine linen stands for the righteous acts of God’s holy people.”…
Jesus’ message to the church in Laodicea is found in Revelation 3:14-22. Laodicea was one of the seven churches Jesus addressed in Revelation chapters 2-3. Each letter contains commendation, condemnation, warning, and a call to repentance. The Laodicean church represents the final period of church history before Christ’s return. Here are the key points from Jesus’ message to the Laodiceans: Jesus introduces himself as “the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s creation” (v.14). This reminds the Laodiceans of Christ’s eternal nature, faithfulness, and sovereignty over all creation. Jesus rebukes them for being lukewarm – neither hot…
The message Jesus gave to the church in Philadelphia is recorded in Revelation 3:7-13. Philadelphia was one of the seven churches Jesus addressed in the book of Revelation. Here is an overview of the key points in His message to them: Jesus Has Authority Over Them (Revelation 3:7) Jesus identifies Himself to the Philadelphian church as “He who is holy, who is true, who has the key of David, who opens and no one will shut, and who shuts and no one opens.” The key of David represents Jesus’ authority over God’s people, like a king has authority over his…
Prayer is a vital part of the Christian life. The Bible encourages us to pray constantly (1 Thessalonians 5:17) and about everything (Philippians 4:6). Here are some key reasons why Christians should make prayer a regular habit. 1. Prayer deepens our relationship with God Prayer allows us to develop intimacy with God. Through prayer we communicate with our Creator, sharing our hearts, thoughts, pains, and requests. Like any relationship, communication is essential for growth. The more we talk to God, the closer we feel to Him (Jeremiah 29:12-13). Prayer draws us near to the Lord and aligns our will with…
The Battle of Armageddon is a future end-times event prophesied in the Bible where armies will gather in Israel to fight against God and His forces. Armageddon comes from the Hebrew Har Megiddo, meaning “Mount of Megiddo.” While there is an actual place called Megiddo in Israel, “Armageddon” in the Bible refers symbolically to the final conflict between good and evil. The Book of Revelation contains the most detailed biblical prophecy about Armageddon. Revelation 16:16 states, “And they assembled them at the place that in Hebrew is called Armageddon.” This comes in the context of Revelation describing seven angels pouring…
Tyrannus is a figure who is mentioned briefly in the New Testament book of Acts. He was a lecturer who allowed the apostle Paul to use his lecture hall in Ephesus to teach and preach the gospel daily for two years (Acts 19:9-10). Beyond this brief mention, not much else is known about Tyrannus from Scripture. Here is the passage in Acts that refers to Tyrannus: But when some became stubborn and continued in unbelief, speaking evil of the Way before the congregation, he withdrew from them and took the disciples with him, reasoning daily in the hall of Tyrannus.…
The verse in Nahum 3:10 that mentions infants being dashed to pieces is a difficult one to understand. However, looking at the context and history around this passage can help shed light on its meaning. Nahum was a prophet who lived and prophesied sometime between 663-612 BC, during the time when Assyria was the dominant world power. The Assyrian Empire, based in what is now northern Iraq, was known for its cruelty and violence as it conquered nation after nation. The book of Nahum contains prophecies of God’s judgment on Assyria and its capital Nineveh for its evil acts. Nahum…
The verse in question, 1 John 2:11, states “But whoever hates his brother is in the darkness and walks in the darkness, and does not know where he is going, because the darkness has blinded his eyes.” This verse comes in the midst of a larger passage where the apostle John is discussing what it means to walk in the light versus walking in darkness. So what does John mean when he says that someone who hates his brother “walks in darkness”? Here are some key points: 1. Darkness Represents Sin and Separation from God Throughout 1 John, the concepts…