# What was the incident at Antioch in Galatians 2:11–14? The incident at Antioch referred to in Galatians 2:11-14 was an important event in the early church that involved a confrontation between the Apostle Paul and Apostle Peter over the issue of Gentile believers and adherence to Jewish customs. Here is a detailed explanation of this incident: ## Background To understand what happened at Antioch, it is important to first understand the background and context. In the early church, one of the major issues was whether Gentile converts to Christianity needed to follow the Jewish law and customs. This was…
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The Parable of the Talents is one of the parables of Jesus found in the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 25:14-30). In this parable, a master entrusts his servants with different amounts of money known as “talents” before going on a journey. Upon his return, the servants have to give an account of how they used the money entrusted to them. The Parable of the Talents teaches several key lessons: 1. God has entrusted abilities and resources to each person In the parable, the master gave five talents to one servant, two talents to another and one talent to the third,…
Here is a 9000 word article answering common questions about the biblical prophet Haggai and the book that bears his name. Who was Haggai? Haggai was a Hebrew prophet who lived in the post-exilic period following the Babylonian captivity. He is known primarily for the book that bears his name, which contains four brief prophetic revelations urging the people to complete the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem after their return from exile (Ezra 5:1, 6:14). Haggai’s prophetic ministry lasted only about four months, from the sixth month to the ninth month of the second year of King Darius (520…
Who was Dallas Willard? Dallas Albert Willard was an American Christian philosopher and author who had a profound influence on the spiritual formation movement. He was born in Buffalo, Missouri on September 4, 1935 and passed away on May 8, 2013 at the age of 77 after a battle with cancer. Early Life and Education Willard grew up in a Baptist family in Missouri. He professed faith in Christ at age 18 and was baptized. He attended Tennessee Temple University, a Christian liberal arts college, where he met his wife Jane. He received a B.A. in psychology in 1965 and…
In Mark 9:14-29, Jesus’ disciples had attempted to cast out a demon from a boy but were unsuccessful. When the disciples asked Jesus why they could not drive it out, Jesus replied, “This kind cannot be driven out by anything but prayer and fasting” (Mark 9:29). Here are some key points to understand Jesus’ statement: 1. The demon was unusually powerful and resistant The context implies that this was no ordinary demon. The father tells Jesus that the spirit had been afflicting his son since childhood, causing him to foam at the mouth, gnash his teeth, and become rigid (Mark…
Is it wrong to participate in extreme sports? Extreme sports have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially among young people. These sports often involve high speeds, heights, dangerous stunts, intense physical exertion, and high risk. Some examples of extreme sports are skydiving, base jumping, cave diving, big wave surfing, cliff jumping, extreme skiing, and free solo climbing. While participation in extreme sports can be thrilling and provide an adrenaline rush, many people question if it is morally right or wise for Christians to take part in such dangerous activities. What does the Bible have to say about this issue?…
The question of whether it was wrong for the Israelites to ask for a king is a complex one that requires looking at the biblical context. In 1 Samuel 8, the elders of Israel approach Samuel and request a king to judge and lead them, like the other nations around them. Samuel is displeased and goes to God, who tells Samuel that by asking for a king the people have rejected God as their king. However, God tells Samuel to appoint a king for them anyway. This leads to the question – was it inherently wrong for Israel to desire…
The prophet Joel is an important but often overlooked figure in the Old Testament. Here are some key questions people may have about Joel and what the Bible teaches about him: Who was Joel? The Bible tells us very little about Joel himself. He identifies himself simply as “Joel son of Pethuel” (Joel 1:1). We don’t know when he lived or any details about his family or background. Based on the content of his prophecy, scholars believe Joel likely prophesied sometime between 835-800 BC during the reigns of King Joash and King Uzziah over the southern kingdom of Judah. He…
Ezekiel is one of the major prophets in the Old Testament. He lived during a pivotal time in Israel’s history – the Babylonian exile. Ezekiel’s ministry took place while he was in exile in Babylon between 593-571 BC. His prophecies contain visions, parables, symbolic acts and messages of warning and comfort to the exiles. Here are some key questions people often ask about the prophet Ezekiel and his book: Who was Ezekiel? Ezekiel was a priest living in Jerusalem until he was exiled to Babylon in 597 BC along with King Jehoiachin and other nobles, soldiers and artisans (2 Kings…
The Roman Catholic Church traces its origins back to Jesus Christ and the apostles. According to Catholic tradition, Jesus appointed Peter as the leader of the church, giving him authority to lead the other apostles (Matthew 16:18-19). After Jesus’ death and resurrection, the apostles helped spread the gospel throughout the Roman Empire. Peter eventually made his way to Rome, where he served as bishop and was martyred. His successors as bishop of Rome became known as the popes. In the early centuries of the church, five cities emerged as important centers of Christianity: Jerusalem, Antioch, Alexandria, Constantinople, and Rome. Rome…