There is a popular idea that those who go to Heaven either immediately or can one day become angels--often the latter with some sort of process to it. However, all of these ideas are extra-biblical. They do not come from within the Scriptures. In fact, everything in the Scriptures points to humans and angels being … Continue reading After Death, Becoming Angels?
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Attributes of Satan
The text explores the nature of Satan, distinguishing him as a created, finite being opposed to God. Unlike God, who is infinite and unchanging,
The Number 7 in Revelation
A simple look at the number 7 in Revelation.
Do Angels Have Wings?
The shortest answer would be 'yes' and 'no'--and possibly 'maybe'. However, to answer this question thoroughly, we will need to delve into some Scripture as well as delve into some popular myths surrounding angels. What Scripture actually has to say about angels . . . Nowhere do you find a statement within the Scriptures that … Continue reading Do Angels Have Wings?
The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 12
This is part of a series of posts presenting the story of the incarnation of Christ from the Gospel of Luke. Luke 2:36 And there was a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was advanced in years, having lived with her husband seven years from when she was a virgin, 37 … Continue reading The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 12
The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 11
This is part of a series of posts presenting the story of the incarnation of Christ from the Gospel of Luke. Luke 2:33-35 And his father and his mother marveled at what was said about him. 34 And Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother, “Behold, this child is appointed for the fall and rising of many … Continue reading The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 11
The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 10
This is part of a series of posts presenting the story of the incarnation of Christ from the Gospel of Luke. This time, we will repeat the text in Part 9 in this Part 10 post. Luke 2:25-32 Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the … Continue reading The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 10
The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 9
This is part of a series of posts presenting the story of the incarnation of Christ from the Gospel of Luke. Luke 2:25-28 Now there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. 26 And it had been revealed to … Continue reading The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 9
The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 8
This is part of a series of posts presenting the story of the incarnation of Christ from the Gospel of Luke. Luke 2:22-24 And when the time came for their purification according to the Law of Moses, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23 (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “Every … Continue reading The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 8
The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 7
This is part of a series of posts presenting the story of the incarnation of Christ from the Gospel of Luke. Luke 2:21 21 And at the end of eight days, when he was circumcised, he was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived in the womb. Miss Part 6, see it here. … Continue reading The Incarnation According to Luke – Part 7