Abishag was a young woman who is mentioned in the Bible in 1 Kings chapters 1-2. She was brought into King David’s household in his old age to care for him. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about Abishag: Abishag Was Brought to Care for King David in His Old Age When King David was old and advanced in years, his servants advised him to let them find a young virgin to attend to him and care for him. 1 Kings 1:1-4 says “Now King David was old and advanced in years. And although they covered him…
Author: Mike Solis
The Bible has a lot to say about haughty eyes and a proud look. This attitude of pride and arrogance is strongly warned against throughout Scripture. Here is an in-depth look at the biblical meaning behind verses that speak against having “haughty eyes.” Definition of Haughty Eyes The phrase “haughty eyes” refers to a prideful, arrogant, or conceited attitude that is reflected in one’s gaze or facial expression. It conveys a sense of superiority, self-importance, and disdain for others. Some key aspects of haughty eyes include: Pride – An inflated view of oneself. Arrogance – Looking down on others; acting…
In the Bible, God is described as a father to the fatherless. This means that God cares for, protects, and provides for those who do not have a (human) father actively involved in their lives for whatever reason. God steps in to fill that fatherly role of guidance, discipline, comfort, and provision. Throughout Scripture, God commands His people to care for the fatherless and reminds them that He is their defender and provider. Here are some key verses that describe God as a father to the fatherless: Deuteronomy 10:18 – “He executes justice for the fatherless and the widow, and…
The Bible makes bold claims about its divine inspiration and authority. But how can we know if these claims are true? Is there real evidence that the Bible is divinely inspired, or is it simply a human book? Let’s explore some of the key proofs for the inspiration of the Bible. Fulfilled Prophecy One of the most compelling evidences for the divine inspiration of the Bible is the phenomenon of fulfilled prophecy. There are hundreds of prophecies in the Old Testament that were precisely fulfilled in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. For example, the Old Testament prophet…
A theophany is an appearance or manifestation of God to humans. The word comes from the Greek theos, meaning “God,” and phainein, meaning “to reveal.” Theophanies are recorded throughout Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation. Some major theophanies include God appearing to Moses in the burning bush (Exodus 3), the giving of the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai (Exodus 19), Elijah hearing God’s voice in the whisper (1 Kings 19), Isaiah’s vision of the Lord in the temple (Isaiah 6), and John’s visions of Christ recorded in Revelation. A theophany is a visible and/or auditory manifestation of God, giving people a…
The position of worship leader is an important one in the church. The worship leader is responsible for planning and leading the congregation in musical worship. This includes selecting songs, leading the singing, and coordinating the worship team or band. According to the Bible, worship leaders should exercise their responsibilities with skill, wisdom, and humility. The Bible does not explicitly describe the role of a worship leader like we think of it today. In biblical times, worship was led by priests, Levites, musicians, and prophets. King David established a tabernacle worship ministry with directors, singers, and musicians (1 Chronicles 15:16-22).…
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, is a day dedicated to environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970 and over the decades has grown into a global event with participants from over 190 countries. On Earth Day, people participate in various activities like planting trees, cleaning up litter, or attending rallies in support of environmental reforms. For Christians, participating in Earth Day may raise questions about how to reconcile care for God’s creation with faithfulness to biblical principles. There are several perspectives Christians can take on observing Earth Day: Viewpoint 1: Earth Day promotes views contradictory to the…
Glorification is the final stage in the order of salvation, according to Reformed theology. It refers to the final removal of sin from the life of the believer and their entrance into eternal life with God. Glorification happens after justification and sanctification. Here is an overview of glorification from a biblical perspective: The Basis for Glorification Glorification is made possible by the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross. When He said “it is finished” (John 19:30), Christ meant that He had completed everything necessary for the salvation of His people. This includes not only deliverance from the penalty…
The doctrine of the Trinity states that God is one in essence but three in person – God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit. This can seem paradoxical – how can God be both one and three at the same time? This has led some to accuse Trinitarians of believing in three Gods, a heresy known as tritheism. However, the doctrine of the Trinity is not tritheistic when properly understood. Here is a 9,000 word explanation of how the doctrine of the Trinity is not tritheism: The key to understanding how the Trinity is…
The number of lashes given to Jesus before his crucifixion is a detail not specifically mentioned in the biblical accounts. However, based on historical context and Jewish legal limits, it is likely that Jesus received the maximum of 39 lashes. The four gospels focus more on the overall fact of Jesus being flogged and provide few details. Matthew 27:26 states, “Then he released for them Barabbas, and having scourged Jesus, delivered him to be crucified.” Mark 15:15 and John 19:1 also simply mention Pilate having Jesus scourged before handing him over to be crucified. The most detailed account is from…