What would cause God to destroy the world he created and called “very good” (Gen. 1:31)? Why would he undo his separation of the seas and the land? Why would God drown the human and animal life he fashioned for his glory? The flood story is one of the most powerful narratives in the Bible…
The ancestry of Jesus Christ is important to the New Testament Gospels. Knowing who Jesus came from helps readers understand who he is. Two of the four Gospels — Matthew and Luke — even include genealogies. Readers of name lists often note famous Old Testament figures like David, Abraham, and Adam. One question people ask…
Noah is an iconic figure in the Bible who is known for his righteousness and faith. After God decided to destroy the world with a flood because of how sinful humanity had become, he called Noah to build an ark. The ark’s was to save Noah, his family, and animals from the floodwaters to start…
Noah is one of the most important characters in the Bible. His story stands alongside other central figures in the book of Genesis, like Adam, Abraham, and Joseph. Noah’s life is also significant to the Bible’s broader narrative, similar to the biographies of Moses and David in the Old Testament and Peter and Paul in…
Noah stands out to Bible readers because of the flood story. Yet, he first stood out to God because of his righteousness (Gen. 6:9). The New Testament mentions Noah, along with Abraham, Moses, and David, as a person of extraordinary faith (Heb. 11). His story in Genesis primarily relates to the worldwide flood. One question…
In the first chapter of Genesis, God called the world that he created very good (Gen. 1:31). However, by the sixth chapter, sin had corrupted creation so badly that he decided to destroy it with water (Gen. 6:7, 17). At this time, God told Noah to build an ark to save himself and thousands of…
For many Bible readers, the story of Noah’s ark never gets old. They are in awe when they read about the magnitude of the floodwaters, thankful when imagining how God saved the animals, and hopeful when he chose Noah to build the ark and start a new world with his family. A common question people…
The New Testament praises Noah as a man of extraordinary faith (Heb. 11:7), which is apparent in the story of the flood (Gen. 6-9). In addition to the flood account, the Bible reveals many fascinating details about Noah, such as that his grandfather was Methuselah (Gen. 5:25-32) and that he was a preacher of righteousness…
The story of Noah, the flood, and the ark is one of the most iconic narratives in the Bible. Not only does the magnitude of the floodwaters leave readers awe-struck, but so does the faith that Noah has amid a godless generation. Readers of Genesis often have many questions about the flood story, one of…
Noah is one of the most well-known figures in the Bible because of the profound faith he exhibited during a time of extreme moral and spiritual corruption in the world. The Old and New Testaments regularly commend Noah for his faith. His story is found in the book of Genesis. Noah’s family plays an important…
The book of Genesis devotes more space to the story of the flood, Noah, and the ark, than to the creation account or the story of Adam and Eve. The size of the flood story doesn’t necessarily make it more significant than others in the first section of Genesis, but it does reflect its importance…
The story of the global flood in the days of Noah is one of the most important in the Bible. The narrative reveals the nature of people, the nature of God, and the unparalleled worldwide catastrophe that occurs when the two intersect. In the story, Noah is set apart from the rest of humanity, as…
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The story of creation in the first chapter of Genesis is a highly-organized, masterfully-written account of the origin of the universe, including the earth. Each of the seven days is unique and corresponds to the other days in the sequence. What did God create on the fourth day, and how does it relate to what…
The creation account in the book of Genesis not only begins the story of the Bible, but it’s also referred to throughout the Old and New Testaments as a supernatural act of God that revealed his power and glory. The seven days of creation unfold in a sequence. The third day of creation, which is…
The creation account in the first chapter of Genesis is one of the most beautiful and powerful passages in the Bible. It explains to readers how God created the world, including what he spoke into being and when. Each day of the creation account is important. The second day of the creation account is important…
The Bible teaches that God didn’t use already-existing matter to create the universe but spoke into existence what he willed (John 1:3; Col. 1:16). The first chapter of Genesis sequentially describes the seven-day creation account. What God created on the first day of creation had an important purpose and set the stage for everything he…
The life of Jesus Christ continues to fascinate people more than 2,000 years after he walked the earth. The places where he called his disciples, preached about the Kingdom of God, and performed miracles are identified clearly in the Gospels, and their locations are well-known today. Bible readers today are often curious about where Jesus…
The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is one of the most dramatic moments in the Bible. Along with Jesus’ resurrection, it’s the climactic moment of all four Gospels in the New Testament. Yet, surprisingly, an unexpected figure entered the scene when Jesus became physically unable to carry his cross. Who helped Jesus carry his cross to…
Bible readers love the Gospel of John, partly because the stories within it are powerful yet easy to understand. However, a certain description, which appears in multiple stories, confuses many readers. For example, in some scenes, the Gospel refers to a certain individual as “the disciple whom Jesus loved” and doesn’t use a proper name….
Amish families are usually quite large for several reasons. Children are seen as great blessings from God within the community, Amish don’t sanction any kind of birth control, and Amish women get married and start having children extremely young. Amish women get pregnant in their early twenties, shortly after they get married. They have an…
Mennonites (members of certain Anabaptist denominations and groups) have many unique practices and customs that those not part of this community may not know about or understand. This includes how they dress. Mennonite men typically wear linen shirts and pants to bed, and women wear handmade nightgowns. Women are expected to wear caps or bonnets…
Many people struggle to distinguish between the Amish and the Mennonites. However, while the beliefs of the Amish and Mennonites are similar, their dress code and way of interacting with the world are different. Mennonite women usually dress in homemade dresses of plain and neutral colors, but some clothe themselves in ordinary “English” garb, such…
Many believe the Amish are an isolated community and don’t shop at stores or contribute to the national economy, but this is not true. The Amish shop at various stores, including Walmart, and purchase consumer goods. The Amish shop at Walmart because they are a thrifty community, and many members appreciate the low prices of…
Mennonites are members of an Anabaptist sect of Christianity that emerged during the Protestant Reformation. Members of this sect live simple lives and follow long-standing traditions and customs, including a simplistic way of dress. This includes a black cap or headscarf for women. [1] Female Mennonites wear black caps to conform with the…
The tribes of Israel, such as the Levites, Benjamites, and Reubenites, have a fascinating history that readers love to trace throughout the pages of the Bible. The history of Israel also contains the story of Jesus Christ’s ancestry, which the genealogies in Matthew and Luke make clear. One question many people ask about Jesus’ ancestral…
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith. It’s so important that the Apostle Paul said that people should pity Christians if it’s not true (1 Cor. 15:19). Yet every year without fail Resurrection Sunday is permeated with images of the Easter Bunny. This makes many people wonder what the Easter Bunny…
The Amish and Mennonite traditions fascinate many people. Each group’s convictions about their Christian beliefs, community values, and the extent to which they should interact with society are central to their identity. Amish and Mennonite communities are distinct, yet outsiders easily confuse them. Amish and Mennonite are Christian traditions that date to the time of…
Christ the Redeemer is a large soapstone statue located on the Corcovado mountain overlooking Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro. Since its construction, it has become one of the most well-recognized statues in the world and is widely considered a symbol of Christianity. So, who built the Christ the Redeemer statue? Heitor da Silva Costa, a Brazilian…
Few things are more symbolic of Rio de Janeiro than the Christ the Redeemer statue, also known as the Christo Redentor. This statue of Jesus Christ is located on top of Mount Corcovado and is visible from almost anywhere in the city. So how tall is this awe-inspiring monument? The Christ the Redeemer statue in…
Resting on a 26-foot (8 meters) high stone pedestal is a giant statue of Jesus of Nazareth — Cristo Redentor — Portuguese for Christ the Redeemer. This iconic statue is one of the seven wonders of the world. But where is it located? Christ the Redeemer statue is located in Brazil, a country in the central-eastern…
Mennonites are known for their Christian faith, conservative lifestyle, authentic kindness, and distaste for extravagance. Though Mennonites tend not to separate from society as much as their like-minded Amish friends do, they are more traditional than most in society. One question a lot of people have about Mennonites is whether or not they celebrate Christmas….
The Amish have a fascinating culture that many non-Amish people respect. While Amish people live in the United States, they are distinct from most Americans in several ways. Their lives, including their appearance, work, and families, are interesting and unique. One question that many people ask about the Amish is whether or not they vote…
The Amish people have a rich history full of interesting customs and traditions. Because the Amish live in communities that tend to be isolated from the outside world, their beliefs and behaviors can be a source of mystery for non-Amish people. For example, one question people ask about them concerns their unique hygiene habits. Amish…
The Amish culture has always been a source of curiosity for the general population. It’s a well-known fact that the Amish are highly devout people, and their way of observing holidays is often different from the rest of society. This makes many people wonder if the Amish celebrate the American holiday of Thanksgiving. The Amish…
The Amish culture is fascinating, and it’s only natural to wonder about their unique dialect, given their origins in Southern Germany. So do Amish people speak Yiddish? If not, what language do they speak? Amish people do not speak Yiddish since that language is primarily spoken by those with European Jewish ancestry, and Amish people…
The Amish and cell phones, like other technology, don’t go well together, at least traditionally. However, as times change, there are also changes to the traditional Amish way of life, and some more progressive Amish communities are opening to technology. Sometimes, this means opening up to cell phones and the Internet. Owning phones, including cell…
The life of Jesus of Nazareth still fascinates people even 2,000 years after he walked on earth. In addition to his teaching and ministry, his family is of interest to many people. People want to know more about his earthly parents, Joseph and Mary. They also want to learn more about his brothers and sisters….
According to one common definition, parables are earthly stories with heavenly meanings. Jesus often spoke in parables and had a clearly-defined reason for doing so. Stories like the Prodigal Son, the Sheep and the Goats, and the Good Samaritan are three well-known examples. Yet, even those who love Jesus’ teaching wonder why he spoke in…
The same Jesus who stilled storms, exorcized demons, and rose from the dead, also became so welled up with emotion one day that he wept. The creator of the universe (John 1:3; Col. 1:16) cried tears with a heavy heart. Many people know the shortest verse in the Bible — “Jesus wept” (John 11:35) —…
Just the name “Judas” elicits thoughts of deception, unfaithfulness, and greed. The betrayer is one of the most well-known villains in the Bible, alongside the Pharaoh that Moses confronted, Goliath, who David killed, and of course, Satan himself. One of the most common questions people have about Judas concerns his motivation for the most infamous…
The birth of Jesus of Nazareth is one of the most iconic events in the Bible and an essential date on church calendars. Christians love the story of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph traveling to Bethlehem, staying in a manger, and having shepherds visit them. Most people think of the setting of the story as the…
The theme of kingdom is evident in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. It’s a prominent subject because Jesus Christ made it one of the centerpieces of his preaching. The Gospels contain overlapping revelations about the kingdom, but each includes unique teaching as well. One writer uses a particular name, the kingdom of heaven, and many…
The seven-day creation account in the first chapter of Genesis is the foundation of the Bible. Not only does God stretch out the sky, put the sun and moon in their place, and fashion animals and people, but he reveals himself in the process (Rom. 1:20). The climax of the creation account is the sixth…
The creation account that unfolds in the first chapter of Genesis leads to a profound climax that completes God’s creative work. The text of Genesis portrays the sixth day as God’s crowning achievement, a depiction that doesn’t apply to anything he already created, like the stars, animals, or vegetation. So what did God make on…
The record of the creation account in the first chapter of Genesis is a favorite passage for many Bible readers. They marvel when they imagine the first appearance of light, the formation of the oceans, and the exact placement of the moon within the solar system. Like the other days in the sequence, day five…
The ascension of Jesus Christ doesn’t often receive as much attention in churches as his birth, death, and resurrection, but it’s critically important. It’s not merely the ending of one story, the earthly ministry of Jesus, but the beginning of another one — the arrival of the Holy Spirit and the start of the Church….
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The Bible reveals a lot about life after death, which is the hope of every follower of Jesus Christ. Heaven is a theme in the teachings of Jesus, the Apostle Paul, and the book of Revelation. Yet several other writers in the Old and New Testament also mention it. In one passage, Paul uses the…
Anyone, no matter their nationality, race, gender, social class, background, or income level, can go to heaven when they die. Heaven is the abode of God, though he is present on earth as well, and he invites people to live with him forever in the place that the Bible calls “paradise” (e.g. Luke 23:43). Yet…
Lucifer, who is often referred to as Satan or the devil in the Bible, is a sinister fallen angel who opposes God, his plan, and his people. He successfully tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden and unsuccessfully enticed Jesus Christ to rebel in the desert. While Lucifer’s activity on earth is known,…
The Bible talks about heaven from Genesis to Revelation. Moses, David, Jesus, Peter, and others mentioned it, described it, and told others about it. Below, there are over 100 Bible verses about heaven. They are organized under the following headings: Heaven, as the abode of God, in the Old Testament Heaven, as the abode of…