The Bible contains a few verses that prohibit wearing garments made of two different types of material. These verses are found in the Old Testament books of Leviticus and Deuteronomy: “You shall keep my statutes. You shall not let your cattle breed with a different kind. You shall not sow your field with two kinds of seed, nor shall you wear a garment of cloth made of two kinds of material.” (Leviticus 19:19 ESV) “A woman shall not wear a man’s garment, nor shall a man put on a woman’s cloak, for whoever does these things is an abomination to…
Author: Nicole Sands
The question of whether a Christian can be a model is an important one for many believers who feel called to work in the fashion industry. On one hand, modeling often involves promoting worldly values like vanity, materialism, and sexuality. On the other hand, some argue that models can be a godly influence and light if they maintain high moral standards. What does the Bible say about this issue? The most relevant biblical principles to consider are modesty, purity, and avoiding worldliness. Passages like 1 Timothy 2:9 instruct women to dress modestly and 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 call our bodies temples…
Whether Christians should use the preferred pronouns of transgender individuals is a complex issue with arguments on both sides. Here is an in-depth 9,000 word exploration of what the Bible says about this topic: The key biblical passages related to gender identity are found in Genesis 1:27 and Matthew 19:4 which state that God created humans male and female. From these verses, Christians derive that there are only two genders sanctioned by God at creation. However, the Bible does not directly address the issue of transgenderism or preferred pronouns. Transgenderism and gender dysphoria are modern phenomena that the biblical authors…
This is a common question that many people have about Christianity. At its core, Christianity is about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. However, it is also accurate to describe Christianity as a religion. So which is it – a religion or a relationship? To answer this question, we first need to define what we mean by “religion” and “relationship.” A religion is an organized system of beliefs, ceremonies, practices and worship that centers on one or more deities. Religions often have specific rituals, clergy, sacred texts and formalized doctrine. On the other hand, a relationship is a connection…
The concept of a “mother god” is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible. However, there are a few relevant points from Scripture that can help address this topic: God is Spirit The Bible teaches that God is spirit (John 4:24). As spirit, God is not male or female, but transcends gender. God contains all the qualities of masculinity and femininity in perfect harmony. Scripture sometimes uses masculine pronouns to refer to God (such as calling God Father), but this is to portray attributes like strength and leadership, not to imply God is male. God as Creator The Bible describes God…
The Bible provides guidance on who should participate in communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper or Eucharist. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about who can take communion: Baptized Believers According to Scripture, communion is intended for baptized believers in Jesus Christ. In Acts 2:41-42, after people repented and were baptized, they then continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. The Lord’s Supper was observed by the early church after people were baptized into the faith. The implication seems to be that the communion elements of bread…
The verse in Proverbs 24:16 states “for the righteous falls seven times and rises again, but the wicked stumble in times of calamity.” This verse provides insight into how God views and responds to the struggles and failures of righteous and wicked people. Here are 9000 words explaining what this verse means: 1. The righteous will fall into sin and failure The verse acknowledges that even righteous people will stumble and fall into sin and failure. As humans, we have a sin nature and will make mistakes (Romans 3:23). Even the most mature believers struggle with sin at times (1…
Ecclesiastes 3:2 states, “a time to plant and a time to uproot what is planted.” This verse comes in the midst of a poetic reflection on the seasons and rhythms of life. The Teacher in Ecclesiastes observes that there are natural seasons and times appointed by God for various human activities and experiences. Specifically, Ecclesiastes 3:2 refers to the agricultural seasons of planting and harvest. There is a proper time to plant crops in the field and a proper time to uproot or harvest what has been planted. Farming requires recognizing these natural seasons and aligning one’s labors accordingly. Planting…
The concept of karma, which refers to the idea that our actions in this life determine our circumstances in the next, is central to many Eastern religions like Hinduism and Buddhism. However, it is not a biblical concept. The Bible does not teach that we earn favor with God or determine our next life based on our works. Instead, it teaches that salvation comes by God’s grace through faith in Christ. Though the word “karma” itself is not found in the Bible, there are several key biblical principles that relate to this popular idea: 1. God is sovereign over all…
The author of Hebrews gives a direct command in chapter 10 verse 25: “And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” (NLT). This verse highlights the importance of Christians continuing to meet together regularly for worship, teaching, prayer and fellowship. But why is this so important? 1. Meeting together is God’s design for the church Throughout the New Testament, we see that the early church met together regularly. In Acts 2:42, Luke describes the first Christian community in Jerusalem: “They devoted…