Isaiah 43:18 says, “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old.” This verse comes in the context of God promising to do a new work on behalf of His people Israel. He tells them not to dwell on the past, either their own past failures or God’s past acts of deliverance. Instead, they are to look forward to the “new thing” that God is going to do (Isaiah 43:19). The historical context The book of Isaiah contains prophecies to both the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah. The first 39 chapters focus primarily…
Author: Richard Curi
Prophetic worship is a form of worshipping God that focuses on hearing from the Holy Spirit and responding in obedience to the promptings and revelations received. It involves cultivating intimacy with God through praise and worship, while also exercising the gifts of prophecy, discernment, and revelation. The goal is to align one’s heart and life with God’s will and purposes as revealed in the moment by the Holy Spirit. Some key characteristics of prophetic worship include: Seeking God’s Presence – Coming before God with humility, openness and expectation to encounter His manifest presence. Listening to the Spirit – As worshippers…
The concepts of “binding” and “loosing” are mentioned several times in the New Testament, particularly in the teachings of Jesus. At its core, binding and loosing refer to the authority given to leaders in the early church to make decisions regarding doctrine and practice. Key Bible verses about binding and loosing Here are some of the main verses in the Bible that mention binding and loosing: “Truly, I say to you, whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” (Matthew 16:19 ESV) This verse comes right after…
Being a man of God means committing one’s life fully to serving and glorifying God. A man of God seeks to know God intimately through studying His word, praying continuously, and living in obedience to His commands. He walks closely with the Lord, relying on the Holy Spirit for strength and guidance in every area of life. Here is a more in-depth look at what the Bible teaches about being a man after God’s own heart. He Has Given His Life to Christ First and foremost, a man of God has surrendered his life to Jesus Christ as Lord and…
The issue of whether or not Saint Peter was the first pope is a complex theological question with differing perspectives among various Christian traditions. While the Roman Catholic Church holds that Peter was the first in an unbroken line of popes extending to the present, other traditions do not subscribe to this view of papal succession. Exploring this topic requires carefully examining relevant biblical passages about Peter, understanding the historical development of the papacy, and considering how different traditions interpret this history. This article will survey the evidence in scripture and scholarship regarding Peter’s life and ministry and his purported…
The question of whether there will be gender differences in heaven is an interesting one that many Christians wonder about. The Bible does not give a definitive yes or no answer, but it does provide some clues that can help us think through this issue. God Created Humanity Male and Female In Genesis 1:27 we read, “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.” This verse tells us that God deliberately created humanity as male and female. Gender is part of God’s original perfect design for…
The flood during Noah’s time was a significant event recorded in the book of Genesis. It served several important purposes according to the Bible: 1. Judgment for Widespread Sin and Wickedness By the time of Noah, wickedness had spread throughout the earth and corrupted all people except Noah and his family (Genesis 6:5-8). The flood was God’s judgment on such widespread sin and evil. Genesis 6:11-13 states that the earth was filled with violence and corruption, so God determined to destroy it along with mankind because of their wickedness. Noah alone “found favor in the eyes of the Lord” (Genesis…
The phrase “the sin of the Amorites has not yet reached its full measure” comes from Genesis 15:16, where God is speaking to Abram about the future of his descendants. This verse refers to a group of people called the Amorites, who lived in the Promised Land before the Israelites arrived. God tells Abram that his descendants would go into exile for 400 years, but afterward they would return and take possession of the land. The reason given is that “the iniquity of the Amorites is not yet complete.” So what does this mean? The Amorites were one group of…
Relationships are an important part of the human experience. As Christians, we believe that all relationships should be centered around God’s love and guided by biblical principles. Here is some Christian relationship advice on various topics: Choosing a Partner When looking for a romantic partner, it’s important to find someone who shares your faith and values. “Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?” (2 Corinthians 6:14). Pray for wisdom and discernment when dating and getting to know potential partners. Look for someone who…
This is a question that many Christians wrestle with at some point in their walk with God. On one hand, we know that God is infinite, eternal, and all-powerful—the Creator of the universe who sustains all things by His word (Hebrews 1:3). That makes Him seem very big and distant. On the other hand, the Bible tells us that God cares intimately about each one of us as individuals. He knows the number of hairs on our heads (Matthew 10:30) and catches every tear we cry (Psalm 56:8). He is a God who is near and involved in every detail…