Elizabeth was an important biblical figure, being the wife of Zechariah and mother of John the Baptist. Here is a 9000 word overview of everything the Bible tells us about Elizabeth: Elizabeth’s family background The Bible first introduces Elizabeth in Luke chapter 1. Here we’re told that Elizabeth was from the daughters of Aaron (Luke 1:5). This means she was from the priestly line, being a descendant of Aaron the first high priest of Israel. Her husband Zechariah was himself a priest who served in the temple (Luke 1:8-9). So Elizabeth came from a devoted family that was faithfully serving…
Author: Richard Curi
Mental health issues like depression and anxiety are complex conditions that affect millions of people, including Christians. Many wonder if taking medication for these conditions aligns with biblical principles. Here is an in-depth look at what the Bible says about mental health and whether Christians should consider taking anti-depressants or other psychiatric medications. The Bible and Mental Health The Bible does not explicitly mention clinical depression, anxiety disorders, or other modern diagnostic labels. However, it contains many stories of people struggling with deep anguish, fear, sadness, and despair. Figures like Job, David, Elijah, Jeremiah, and Paul all opened up about…
The Universal Life Church (ULC) is a religious organization that offers anyone ordination as a minister for free, without requiring specific doctrinal adherence. The ULC has no traditional doctrine, instead promoting religious freedom and appreciation for all faiths. Anyone can become ordained online in minutes by signing up on the ULC website. Over 20 million ministers have been ordained through the ULC since its founding in 1959. The Bible does not directly address organizations like the Universal Life Church, as this type of non-denominational religious movement did not exist during biblical times. However, there are some biblical principles that can…
The Order of DeMolay is an international fraternal organization for young men aged 12 to 21. It was founded in Kansas City, Missouri in 1919 and named after Jacques de Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar. The Order of DeMolay aims to develop civic awareness, personal responsibility and leadership skills among young men. Some key aspects of the Order of DeMolay include: Origins and History The Order of DeMolay was founded in Kansas City in 1919 by Frank S. Land, a community leader and director of the Scottish Rite Masonic Bodies in Kansas City. Land was inspired…
Epistemology is the study of knowledge and justified belief. It seeks to understand what knowledge is, how it is acquired, and to what extent beliefs can be justified. The Bible has much to offer on this topic, though it does not use the term “epistemology” specifically. According to the Bible, true knowledge comes from God. Proverbs 1:7 states, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” God is the source of all wisdom and knowledge (Colossians 2:3). Any true knowledge that humans can attain comes ultimately from God, even if they do not acknowledge Him as the source.…
Love is a central theme in the Bible. God’s love for humanity and the love we are called to have for God and others are constantly emphasized throughout Scripture. Here are some key Bible verses about love from both the Old and New Testaments: Old Testament Verses About Love Leviticus 19:18 – Love your neighbor as yourself “You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord.” This verse commands us to love others just as much as we love ourselves. Loving…
The “Way of the Master” is an evangelism method developed by Ray Comfort and Kirk Cameron. It focuses on using the moral law and the fear of God’s judgment to convict people of sin, with the goal of leading them to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Here is a 9,000 word examination of whether this method is biblical: The core premise of the “Way of the Master” is that people need to be shown their sinfulness before they will see their need for a Savior. It draws heavily from verses like Romans 3:19-20, which says “Now we know that…
The tribe of Dan was one of the twelve tribes of Israel descended from the sons of Jacob. Dan was the fifth son of Jacob and the first son of Bilhah, Rachel’s maidservant (Genesis 30:1-6). Here are some key things we can learn from the biblical accounts about the tribe of Dan: 1. The prophecy of Dan When Jacob blessed his sons before his death, he said this about Dan: “Dan shall judge his people as one of the tribes of Israel. Dan shall be a serpent in the way, a viper by the path, that bites the horse’s heels…
The book of Psalms in the Bible contains 150 psalms, hymns, and prayers. However, the authorship of the Psalms has been a subject of much debate. Based on textual evidence, various psalms in the collection are attributed to different authors: David King David is named as the author of 73 psalms in the superscriptions or titles of the psalms. Some examples are Psalm 3, Psalm 18, Psalm 24, Psalm 51, and Psalm 139. Many of David’s psalms reflect events in his life, such as God’s deliverance, struggles with enemies, confession of sin, and more. Based on this evidence, David is…
The Bible has much to say about the topic of ignorance as it relates to sin. At first glance, it may seem that ignorance could be an excuse for sin, since one cannot be held accountable for what one does not know. However, a closer examination of Scripture reveals that the picture is more complex. On one hand, the Bible makes it clear that intentional, willful sin is always wrong, whether done in ignorance or not. Sins done in ignorance still have consequences. When discussing sacrifices for unintentional sins in the Old Testament, the author of Hebrews says, “But in…