The oracles of God refer to the holy scriptures that convey the word and will of God. In the Bible, the term “oracles” is used to describe the divine laws, commandments, prophecies, and revelations that God has given to humankind. Some key points about the oracles of God: They originate from God and express His divine truth. They were given to prophets, apostles, and inspired writers who recorded them in scripture. The Old Testament oracles include the 10 Commandments (Exodus 20), prophecies, wisdom literature, and psalms. The New Testament oracles include the teachings of Jesus and the letters of the…
Author: Mike Solis
How should Christian parents handle a teen daughter who has become pregnant? Introduction While an unplanned pregnancy can be difficult for any family, Christian parents have the benefit of biblical guidance on how to respond in a godly way. There are several key principles from Scripture that offer wisdom for handling this sensitive situation with grace, truth and love. Seek to Understand Before Offering Advice When initially learning of the pregnancy, parents will naturally experience a flood of emotions – disappointment, anger, confusion. However, reacting harshly or judgmentally can push their daughter away. Proverbs 18:13 warns that “If one gives…
Backsliding is a term used to describe when a Christian strays from their faith and reverts to habitual sin. It refers to someone who once was following Christ, but has since drifted away and is no longer living according to Biblical principles. The concept of backsliding is mentioned several times in the Bible, warning believers against falling away from the faith. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about backsliding: The Definition of Backsliding The word “backslide” literally means to lapse morally or deviate from an earlier virtuous state. In a spiritual sense, it refers to abandoning one’s…
A Christian wedding is centered around God and incorporates biblical principles, while a non-Christian wedding may not have any religious elements at all. Here are some key ways a Christian wedding can be distinct: The Ceremony’s Focus The ceremony is focused on glorifying God, not just the couple. Bible verses and Christian traditions remind attendees that God brought the couple together (Genesis 2:18, Proverbs 18:22). Vows reference God’s design for marriage (Ephesians 5:22-33). Premarital Preparation Many churches require premarital counseling to ensure the couple understands God’s purposes for marriage. Topics often include conflict resolution, family backgrounds, finances, intimacy, and faith.…
The Six-Day War was a brief but intense conflict fought in June 1967 between Israel and the surrounding Arab nations of Egypt, Jordan, and Syria. Israel launched preemptive airstrikes against Egypt on June 5 after Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser closed the Straits of Tiran to Israeli shipping and mobilized Egyptian forces along the border with Israel. In the days that followed, Israel rapidly defeated the Egyptian, Jordanian, and Syrian armies, taking control of the Gaza Strip and Sinai Peninsula from Egypt, the West Bank and East Jerusalem from Jordan, and the Golan Heights from Syria. While the Six-Day War…
Spiritual growth is the process of becoming more mature in one’s relationship with God. It involves getting to know God more intimately, learning to trust Him more completely, and becoming more like Christ in our thoughts, words, and actions. At its core, spiritual growth is about forming an ever-closer union with God. The Bible uses several metaphors to describe this process of spiritual maturation. Followers of Christ are compared to newborn babies who need pure spiritual milk to grow (1 Peter 2:2). The author of Hebrews rebukes his readers for not moving beyond the basics of their faith, saying “you…
The Bible frequently refers to God as a “rock” – a symbol of strength, protection and salvation. Calling God the “Rock of salvation” highlights several key aspects of who He is and what He provides for those who trust in Him. God is strong and unmoving Unlike earthly rocks that can be moved or broken down over time, God is immutable and His character does not change (Malachi 3:6). He remains steady and solid despite the storms of life. Describing God as a rock speaks to His eternal nature, sovereignty, faithfulness and steadfast love. As Psalm 18:2 says, “The Lord…
The Millerites were a group of Christians in the 19th century United States led by preacher William Miller who preached that the Second Coming of Jesus and the end of the world would occur sometime between March 1843 and March 1844. Background on William Miller William Miller was born in 1782 in Massachusetts. He served in the War of 1812 and became a farmer. In the 1820s, he began an intense study of the Bible, especially the prophecies in the book of Daniel in the Old Testament. Based on his interpretation of Daniel 8:14 (“Unto two thousand and three hundred…
The Bible has a lot to say about our intrinsic self-worth as human beings created in the image of God. Though we are sinful and fallen, God still sees immense value in each of us and wants us to grasp how precious we are in His sight. Here is an overview of some key biblical themes related to self-worth: We are created in God’s image The book of Genesis teaches that human beings are made in the very image and likeness of God Himself: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him;…
The question of whether Jesus is Yahweh, the name used for God in the Old Testament, is an important one that Christians have long wrestled with. The Bible contains ample evidence to support the belief that Jesus is indeed Yahweh, the eternal God who took on human form. While there are a few passages that seem to distinguish between Jesus and Yahweh, a comprehensive analysis of Scripture reveals that Jesus is Yahweh. The Deity of Jesus First, it is important to establish what the Bible says about Jesus’ divine nature. There are numerous verses that state that Jesus is God:…