Nov 6, 2024
Who are the Poor in Spirit?
Are the poor people in the Bible, whom God says He defends and protects, universally under His protection, or is this promise limited to those who believe in Him? Additionally, what does Matthew 5 mean by “poverty of spirit” when it says, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”?
Nov 5, 2024
Election Day 2024: Keeping the Faith in Uncertain Times
I welcome any reader of course, but this letter is originally for the precious body of believers of Grace Bible Church of Bakersfield. Dear Brothers and Sisters of Grace Bible Church of Bakersfield, We have done our best to shepherd our own hearts concerning this year’s presidential election. We...
Nov 5, 2024
How do we deal with medically abnormal gender issues and offer biblical encouragement?
This question concerns the condition of being a hermaphrodite—a female born with male genitalia, or with ambiguous genitalia. This is a birth defect, and it’s a very sensitive and complex issue, particularly in our current era, where there’s an emphasis on choosing one’s gender identity. I’ll address that shortly.
Nov 4, 2024
How many temples are there in Jerusalem?
The first temple was built by Solomon, and the second one is mentioned in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. Is this the same temple that King Herod added to, or is it considered the third temple?
