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Restoration

How can I disciple someone else?

Discipleship is more than sharing information—it’s helping others follow Jesus and walking with them toward spiritual maturity. Every believer is called to “pay forward” the faith they’ve received, helping others grow strong in Christ.
Redemption

Does the number forty (40) have any biblical significance?

The number forty appears most frequently in the Old Testament and often (not always) connects to incidents of judgment, testing, or preparation. Though numerology is intriguing, reading the Bible should focus more on understanding its truths than figuring out secret meanings in numbers.
Redemption

Did God promise the Promised Land to Israel forever (Deuteronomy 4:40)?

God promised Abraham a specific land as an everlasting inheritance, rooted in an unconditional covenant that depends on His faithfulness, not Israel’s obedience. Though Israel’s disobedience led to temporary exile, God promised to restore them to their land and to fully fulfill His promise when He brings His future kingdom under Christ.
God

Is it true that Jesus will rule and reign from Jerusalem?

Jesus will one day reign from Jerusalem as the promised Son of David, fulfilling God’s covenant promises and establishing His righteous kingdom over all the earth. Christ reigns now from heaven, yet His return will bring the visible rule of the King of kings, when every nation will answer to Him and creation itself will finally be made new.
Restoration

What does the Bible teach about joy?

Biblical joy is rooted not in changing circumstances but in God’s unchanging character, salvation, and eternal promises. Even in suffering, believers can rejoice because the Holy Spirit produces joy as we fix our hearts on God and the certain hope of eternal life.
Fall

What does it mean that we are sinners by nature and sinners by choice?

Humanity is sinful both by nature and by choice. We inherit a fallen nature because of Adam’s sin, and we personally confirm that sinful condition through our own thoughts, desires, and actions.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about food sacrificed to idols?

Food sacrificed to idols is spiritually neutral because idols are nothing, but believers must use their freedom with wisdom and love toward others. Christians are free to eat, yet they must never participate in idolatry or cause weaker believers to stumble by how they exercise their liberty.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about primary vs. secondary issues?

Primary issues define the gospel and cannot be compromised, while secondary and tertiary issues allow room for faithful believers to disagree in love. In all things, we are to have: unity in essentials, liberty where Scripture permits difference, and charity in all things.
Fall

What does the Bible say about cover-up culture?

Cover-up culture thrives on hiding sin, but the Bible reveals that even what is hidden will be revealed. God calls us out of secrecy and into the light—not for shame, but for truth, mercy, and real restoration.
Restoration

What does it mean to raise a hallelujah?

To raise a hallelujah means to boldly praise God for who He is, even in the middle of difficulty or uncertainty. It is worship that lifts our eyes from our circumstances to God’s greatness and declares that He is still worthy no matter what we face.
Restoration

Is missionary dating biblical?

Missionary dating may feel like a way to lead someone to Christ, but romance is never a wise strategy for evangelism. God calls believers to pursue relationships especially leading to marriage that are rooted in shared faith and direction.
Redemption

What does it mean to “lead me to the rock that is higher than I” (Psalm 61:2)?

“Lead me to the rock that is higher than I" is a cry of dependence, recognizing our limits and turning to God. It calls us to stop relying on ourselves and to build our lives on Him.
Redemption

How can we hide God's Word in our hearts (Psalm 119:11)?

Hiding God’s Word in our hearts means treasuring it enough to fill our minds with it and allowing it to shape how we think and live. As it takes root within us, it naturally flows as our first response in every situation.
Fall

What are some Halloween alternatives for Christians?

Don’t just avoid the darkness—choose to shine in it. Whether you step back or step in with purpose, make Halloween a moment to reflect the light of Christ.
Redemption

What does selah mean?

Selah is best understood as a holy pause—a moment to stop, reflect, and let God’s truth sink deeply into the heart. In a world that constantly rushes, we need to be people who selah.
Restoration

Should we always obey our father and mother?

We are called to always honor our parents as a lifelong command, but obedience applies primarily when under their authority and never when it conflicts with God’s will. We don't always have to obey as children do, but we are called to honor them in every season of life.
Redemption

Does the Old Testament teach the atonement?

The Old Testament taught atonement through the sacrificial system, which shows that sin demands a substitute and that humans cannot bridge the gap themselves. Every sacrifice and every Day of Atonement points forward to Jesus, the once-for-all High Priest and perfect sacrifice who fully accomplishes what the old system could only foreshadow.
Fall

What does the Bible say about snake handling?

Snake handling isn’t a biblical command but a dangerous misreading of Scripture, built on a disputed passage and a one-time event not meant for all believers. True faith isn’t proven by risking your life—it’s shown through daily trust and obedience without testing God.
Redemption

What does “blessed are the meek” mean (Matthew 5:5)?

“Blessed are the meek” means God honors those who live with humility rather than pride (Matthew 5:5). Meekness is not weakness—it is Christlike strength under submission to God.
Restoration

How should we respond to verbal abuse?

Verbal abuse should be clearly recognized and not minimized, since words that tear down are sinful and harmful. The right response is to speak truth, set wise boundaries, and seek restoration while protecting against ongoing harm.
Restoration

How can we decide what movies to watch, music to listen to, or video games to play?

We must evaluate whether what we watch, listen to, or play is shaping our minds toward what is true, good, and pleasing to God. Is it honoring to God and does it pull me to or from Christ? Asking those questions can help us decide what to do.
Redemption

If Adam’s sin made all humanity guilty, why doesn’t Jesus’ death automatically save everyone, since He died for all?

If Adam’s sin spread guilt to all through a free choice to rebel, then salvation in Christ is also offered through a real choice to receive or reject Him. Jesus’ death is sufficient for all, but it only restores those who willingly accept His gift of grace and lordship.
Fall

What is a reprobate mind?

A reprobate mind is what happens when people persistently reject God and are given over to their own sinful desires, losing the ability to clearly discern right from wrong. The good news is that repentance restores a right mind because God always forgives those who turn back to Him.
Creation

What happened to the dinosaurs?

The Bible teaches that all of creation, which would include dinosaurs, was subject to the effects of the fall, including death. Environmental and dietary changes of the post-flood world likely contributed to the extinction of dinosaurs.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about making vows or oaths?

The Bible teaches that vows to the Lord are serious commitments that must be kept without delay. Jesus raises the standard even higher, calling His followers to such honesty that simple truthfulness makes extra vows unnecessary.
Redemption

What does mene mene tekel upharsin mean?

Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin was God’s chilling verdict on King Belshazzar—his days were numbered, his life weighed and found lacking, and his kingdom finished. It’s a powerful reminder that God’s patience has a limit and that His judgment is both certain and swift.
Fall

What is a canon within the canon?

A “canon within a canon” is the theologically dangerous idea that only parts of the Bible are really God's Word, leaving people to decide what’s truly authoritative. Scripture presents itself as fully God-breathed—meaning all of it carries equal weight, not just the parts we prefer.
Redemption

What does the Bible say about the inerrancy vs. infallibility of the Bible?

The Bible affirms both the inerrance and infallibiilty of God's Word. Infallibility, the idea that Scripture cannot err, logically means that the Bible is inerrant, i.e., it contains no errors in its original manuscripts.
Restoration

What does the Bible teach about monogamy?

Monogamous marriage—one man and one woman for life—is God’s design, established in creation and reaffirmed by Jesus and the apostles. While the Bible records polygamy, it consistently shows that it leads to brokenness.
God

What does it mean that God is the Elohim of elohim?

God is the Elohim of elohim—the one true, supreme authority over every spiritual power, false god, and earthly ruler. That truth calls us to dethrone everything we treat as ultimate instead of God.
Redemption

What can we learn from the account of the rich man and Lazarus?

This life is short, but eternity is real—and what you live for now determines where you stand forever. The rich man and Lazarus confront us with a sobering choice: are you living for temporary comfort or for a relationship with Jesus that lasts forever?
Redemption

How old were the disciples?

The Bible does not specifically state the ages of Jesus’ disciples, but clues suggest Jesus’ disciples were likely teenagers or young adults when they followed Him. Whether young or old, we can follow Jesus wholeheartedly and help others do the same.
Restoration

How can I experience peace?

Peace isn’t found by escaping life’s chaos but by anchoring ourselves in the God who is greater than it all and who personally walks with us through it. When we abide in Him and trust Him, He gives us a deep peace that circumstances can’t shake.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about negative thinking?

Negative thinking clouds our view of God, but it never changes who He is. Real peace and clarity come when we replace those thoughts with His truth and fix our minds on Christ.
Guide

The Guide To God's Power and Sovereignty

What does it look like to know that God is Almighty, all-powerful, and sovereign? Everything competing for control in our lives starts to lose its grip.

5 Articles
Restoration

How does discipleship shape how I live?

Discipleship is what you follow, and what you follow is what you become. As you stay close to Jesus, He transforms your choices, character, and direction so your life increasingly reflects His.
Restoration

How should Christian parents respond if their child gets pregnant out of wedlock?

If a child gets pregnant out of wedlock, the instinct may be to react with anger, shame, or a need to control—but God calls us to something deeper. What if, instead of pushing them away, we chose to step in with steady love, support both them and the baby, and faithfully point them to Christ?
Fall

What does the Bible say about trick or treating?

The Bible doesn’t mention trick-or-treating, but it does call us to test what we do, to avoid what celebrates evil and darkness, and to walk in the light. The real issue isn’t the costume or candy but whether what we’re doing actually reflects Jesus and the light of His salvation.
Redemption

What is a Nazirite vow?

A Nazirite vow was a specific Old Testament pledge of total devotion to God, marked by separation through no wine, no haircuts, and no contact with the dead. Nazirite vows are no longer in effect, but believers are called to live visibly set apart for God.
Fall

What does the Bible say about eating disorders?

Eating disorders are not specifically mentioned in the Bible, but it addresses the deeper heart issues behind them. For those who struggle with eating disorders, we must remember that God is near and loves us and that we can trust Him, even with our bodies.
God

What does Abba mean?

The word “Abba” basically means “daddy” in Hebrew. When people call God their Abba, they express their deep, intimate relationship with God, as a loving father has with his son or daughter.
Restoration

How are men and women unique?

Equal in worth, different by design—men and women uniquely reflect God's character and purposes. The differences between men and women aren’t weaknesses—they’re the strength of a unified whole.
Redemption

What does the word elohim mean?

Elohim is a Hebrew word that can refer to God, false gods, spiritual beings, or human authorities, but these things are not equal. Scripture is clear: there is only one true Elohim of elohim—the eternal Creator above all, and everything else is created and under His rule.
Fall

Should we unhitch from the Old Testament?

Unhitching from the Old Testament is not only unnecessary but impossible. The New Testament and the sacrificial framework that Jesus came to fulfill cannot be understood without it/
Redemption

What does the Apostles' Creed mean when it says that Jesus descended into hell?

The phrase “He descended into hell” from the Apostles' Creed most likely means Jesus truly died and entered the realm of the dead not that He suffered in eternal punishment or offered a second chance after death. Whatever the interpretation, Scripture is clear that Jesus fully accomplished salvation on the cross and that judgment comes after death, not another opportunity to decide.
Fall

How should a Christian view The Da Vinci Code?

The Da Vinci Code should be seen as a fictional story built on discredited theories and late, unreliable sources that distort the true history of Jesus and the church. Christians can confidently reject its claims and stand firm on the trustworthy, eyewitness testimony of Scripture that clearly reveals Jesus as the divine Savior.
Fall

What does the Bible say about believing in yourself?

The Bible never tells us to believe in ourselves because our hearts are unreliable and our strength isn’t enough. Instead, it calls us to humility and full trust in God, who alone gives us what we need and makes our lives truly meaningful.
Redemption

What does it mean to be transformed by the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2)?

Romans 12:2 means that real change happens when God reshapes your thinking so you stop absorbing the world’s patterns and start thinking like Christ. The Holy Spirit renews our mind through Scripture, prayer, and fellowship, leading us to recognizing God’s will and living in a way that reflects Him.
Fall

What does this saying mean: "Know God, know peace. No God, no peace"?

Knowing God through Jesus brings real peace—restoring our broken relationship with Him and removing the judgment we were under. Rejecting Him leaves us without that peace, still at odds with God and facing the consequences of sin.
Redemption

What are some lessons from the Book of Romans?

The book of Romans reveals that all people are under sin and can only be made right with God through His grace by faith in Jesus Christ, not by works. It also shows how the Holy Spirit transforms believers to live in obedience, love, and confident assurance of God’s unshakable love.
God

What does the name Jehovah mean, and where does it come from?

“Jehovah” comes from God’s revealed name YHWH—“I AM”—declaring that He is eternally self-existent and unchanging. Though the pronunciation likely shifted over time, the meaning stands firm: this is the God who has made Himself known so we can truly know Him.
Redemption

What does the husband of one wife phrase (1 Timothy 3:2) mean?

A “husband of one wife” means a “one-woman man”—someone marked by clear sexual faithfulness and moral integrity, not simply someone who is married. Whether single or married, the emphasis is on wholehearted devotion, purity, and consistency in character.
Redemption

What happens to a believer after death?

Believers go immediately to be with Christ in joy and rest after death. But the ultimate hope is still ahead—the resurrection and eternal life with Him.
Redemption

What is a Christophany?

A Christophany is a pre-birth appearance of the Son of God in the Old Testament. Christophanies show us that He was already revealing God even before His incarnation.
Redemption

What if someone who professed Christ died before they could get baptized?

Faith in Jesus—not baptism—is what saves, so dying unbaptized doesn’t change a true believer’s eternity. But real faith doesn’t stay private; it moves quickly toward obedience, making baptism the natural next step, not an optional extra.
Redemption

What are some lessons from the Book of Micah?

The book of Micah teaches that God requires us to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with Him. God values heart obedience and character over empty religious rituals.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about being homeless?

The Bible doesn’t address homelessness directly, but it calls for responsibility where sin is involved and compassion where suffering is real. We must respond to homeless people with both wisdom and mercy, helping without enabling and loving without overlooking truth.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about being an employer?

Employers don’t just answer to shareholders or customers—they answer to God for how they lead and treat those under them. Leadership is a high calling not a license for selfish indulgence.
Restoration

In the end times will people get more wicked or will there be a revival?

The Bible points to a sobering reality: as the end approaches, humanity will grow increasingly wicked, not better. While God is still saving people now, widespread revival won’t define the final days—rebellion will.
Redemption

Did Mary know that Jesus would endure the crucifixion before it actually happened?

Mary was told her Son would be great and reign forever but not clearly that He would suffer and die. Like everyone else, Mary likely didn’t fully grasp the cross until she stood before it.
Restoration

Can we hug Jesus when we get to heaven?

The Bible doesn’t say if we’ll hug Jesus—but it promises something even greater: we will be fully with Him, welcomed into His presence and joy. And when resurrection comes, we won’t just wonder—we’ll stand face to face with Him in a restored, physical reality where nothing is missing.
Redemption

What can we learn from Psalm 119?

Psalm 119 reveals that God’s Word isn’t just helpful—it’s essential for every part of life. As we treasure and obey it, we discover that His truth leads to joy, wisdom, and a deeper experience of His steadfast love.
Fall

What does the Bible say about sex trafficking?

The Bible condemns everything about sex trafficking as a direct assault on people made in God’s image. We must defend the vulnerable and trust that God will bring justice to every hidden evil.
Fall

What does the Bible say about the death penalty?

The Bible upholds the death penalty for murder as justice for God’s image bearers. Yet even the guilty aren’t beyond hope—grace in Jesus reaches further than the gravest sin.
Fall

What does the Bible say about weapons of mass destruction / nuclear weapons?

The Bible doesn’t mention nuclear weapons, but it consistently teaches that all power over life and death belongs to God, not humanity. Even in war, God places moral limits on destruction and makes clear that He will hold accountable all those who use violence unjustly or with unchecked brutality.
Guide

The Guide To Growing in Faith

What if your faith isn’t meant to stay where it is—but to grow stronger, deeper, and unshakable? And what if the key isn’t trying harder, but learning how to stay rooted in Christ no matter what comes?

5 Articles
Fall

What does the Bible say about witches?

Witches and witchcraft aren’t just innocent curiosity in the spiritual realm—it’s a turn from God toward deceptive spiritual power that ultimately leads to darkness, not truth. Only God through Christ has real authority, and He alone leads us into life, clarity, and truth that never deceives.
Redemption

What does the Bible teach about gentleness?

Gentleness isn’t weakness—it’s strength under control. It is the kind of strength that doesn’t need to win every moment but chooses restraint in order to restore, protect, and reflect God’s character.
Restoration

What does the Bible teach about heaven?

Heaven is the fullness of God’s presence—where worship is unbroken and sin, sorrow, pain, and death are no more. For those in Christ, heaven is the sure hope of being with Him in unhindered fellowship forever.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about sexual compatibility?

The Bible doesn’t call us to test sexual compatibility before marriage but to build it within a covenant of lifelong commitment. Chemistry is not the foundation—character and covenant are, and they are developed within marriage through a commitment of sacrificial love over time.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about virginity?

Virginity isn’t about restriction—it’s about protecting something God designed to be powerful, sacred, and lasting. Trusting God's design for sexuality means choosing purpose over impulse and valuing what’s worth waiting for.
Redemption

Is 2 Chronicles 7:14 a promise for us today?

2 Chronicles 7:14 was a covenant promise to Israel tied to their land, not a blanket guarantee for every nation today. But it still reveals a timeless truth: God responds to humble, repentant hearts and brings true restoration to all who seek Him through Christ.
Redemption

What does it mean that love believes all things (1 Corinthians 13:7)?

Love that “believes all things” chooses not to assume or jump to judgment. Instead, it stays grounded in truth but refuses to write people off—trusting God is still at work in them.
Restoration

Is it possible to have the wrong job?

There’s no “wrong” job unless it leads you into sin. What matters most is not the job you have but how faithfully you honor God in it.
Restoration

How can I pick which college to go to?

Choosing a college isn’t about finding the one “perfect” school but about wisely picking a place where you can glorify God and grow in education and character. If you seek God, get wise counsel, and think about who you’re becoming, you can pick a college with confidence.
Restoration

How can I recover from heartbreak?

God invites us to bring our heartbreak to Him and to find healing through prayer and community over time. Even in deep pain, we can trust that God is shaping us and rest assured that we have hope in Him.
Fall

What does the Bible say about witchcraft?

Witchcraft in the Bible isn’t harmless curiosity—it’s a turn from God toward spiritual deception that leads to darkness. We are to trust God alone, who always leads us into truth, light, and life.
Fall

What does the Bible say about eternal conscious torment vs. annihilationism?

The Bible points to hell as eternal and conscious torment—not annihilation—with “destroyed” describing the certainty of judgment, not the end of existence. Because sin is against an eternal God, His justice endures—making hell real and eternal.
Redemption

What are some lessons from the Book of 2 Thessalonians?

The Book of 2 Thessalonians was written by Paul to believers in Thessalonica. Its themes center on encouragement in persecution, steadfastness in sound doctrine, and diligence in work.
Redemption

What are some lessons from the book of Zephaniah?

The Book of Zephaniah teaches that God takes sin and divided worship seriously and calls His people to turn away from anything that competes with Him. It emphasizes that God alone is worthy of our full devotion and that true security is found in humbly seeking Him.
Redemption

How many parables did Jesus teach?

Jesus taught dozens of parables, and each one was designed to reveal truth to those willing to truly hear. Parables were not just stories to understand but invitations to lean in, truly listen, and respond to God.
Fall

How should a Christian view the LDS's Light the World during Christmas?

The “Light the World” campaign is a Latter-day Saints movement that focuses Christmas on acts of service and generosity, which are genuinely commendable expressions of kindness. However, Christians must not confuse their good works with the gospel itself, which they significantly alter.
Restoration

What does the Bible say about being an employee?

Work isn’t just a job—it’s part of God’s design for humanity. Employees are called to work faithfully, honestly, and wholeheartedly as unto the Lord.
Restoration

What does it mean to take communion in an unworthy manner?

Communion is a declaration of what Christ has done in giving Himself for us to be saved and it shows that we are one in Christ, equal at the foot of the cross. We take communion “unworthily” when our actions deny the very gospel we’re remembering, turning a symbol of grace into a misrepresentation of Jesus’ sacrifice.
God

What does it mean that Jesus is the good shepherd (John 10:11, 14)?

Jesus isn’t just a shepherd—He is the promised good shepherd who came to personally rescue, know, and lead His people. He proved it by laying down His life for His sheep, securing them forever and calling them to follow His voice.
Restoration

What are the dangers of rapture date-setting?

Date-setting for the rapture doesn’t show insight—it ignores Jesus’ clear warning that no one knows the day or hour. Instead of producing readiness, date-setting breeds deception and complacency, distracting us from the faithful, watchful living God actually calls for.
Redemption

Do we need to believe God exists to be saved?

Believing in God's existence isn’t optional for salvation because salvation is rescue from that which separates us from God. Denying Him isn’t a neutral position—it’s rejecting the truth made clear.
Redemption

What does strange fire mean?

“Strange fire” is what happens when we approach God on our own terms instead of His, as seen when Nadab and Abihu offered worship He never commanded. Today, it warns that anything that distorts God or bypasses Jesus—the only true mediator—is worship that misses the heart of who He is.
Restoration

Does the Bible teach the rapture?

The Bible never uses the word “rapture,” but it clearly describes a sudden moment when believers are “caught up” to meet Christ in the air. This future event offers both urgency and comfort—Jesus will come unexpectedly, gathering His people to be with Him forever before the day of wrath.
God

What does it mean that God is El Elyon?

El Elyon, a name of God in the Bible, means "The Most High". Understanding God as "The Most High" can deepen the faith of a believer and inform their worship of Him.
Redemption

What are some lessons from the Book of 2 Timothy?

Second Timothy teaches of the importance of godly mentors and of God's word. The book also teaches believers to expect hostility to the truth, persecution for devotion to Christ, but also God's eternal rewards for faithfulness.
God

What does it mean that God is El Olam?

El Olam, a name of God in the Bible, means "The Everlasting God" or "The Eternal God". God's eternality means He has always been and always will be, with no beginning, end, or change.
Redemption

What are some lessons from the Book of Amos?

The book of Amos demonstrates that God can use even "insignificant" people (by worldly standards) for His purposes. The book also shows that God's discipline is meant to turn us back to Him, He rejects empty ritual, and that He wants us to seek Him.
God

What does it mean that God is El Gibbor?

Throughout the Bible, God has many names and titles that speak to His characteristics. El Gibbor refers to God as "Mighty God."
Redemption

What does it mean to be theologically conservative?

To be theologically conservative means holding to the original, historic teachings of Scripture and seeking to preserve them faithfully. It involves aligning beliefs with the Bible’s intent, rather than reshaping doctrine to fit new ideas or cultural pressures.
Restoration

How can I turn the other cheek?

Turning the other cheek is Jesus' call to resist the impulse to retaliate against insults and injustice. We can do that by trusting that God will bring justice in His own time.
Redemption

What does it mean to be "handed over to Satan" (1 Timothy 1:20)?

Being “handed over to Satan” isn’t about giving up on someone—it’s a drastic act of love meant to wake a hardened heart through the loss of fellowship. It uses discipline to break through rebellion and bring about real repentance and restoration.
Redemption

How is the Old Testament different from the New Testament?

The Old and New Testaments are two parts of one unified story. The Old Testament sets the stage—revealing God’s covenant, the problem of sin, and the promise of a coming Savior—and the New Testament delivers the fulfillment.
Fall

What does it mean to not touch the Lord's anointed?

“Don’t touch the Lord’s anointed” isn’t a shield for leaders—it’s a call to trust God’s timing instead of taking justice into our own hands. David refused to harm Saul because God had appointed him, but Scripture is clear: leaders are still accountable and must be corrected when they stray.
Restoration

What does it mean to render to Caesar what is Caesar's (Matthew 22:21)?

When Jesus said to render to Caesar what is Caesar's, He was calling us to give the government what it is owed—but don't forget: your ultimate allegiance belongs to God. Honoring the government reveals living surrendered to the One who rules over it all.