Posted on 19 June 2026
The Bible has a lot to say about alcohol. It mentions the word "wine" 232 times and references to fermented drinks about 20 times. Let's take an overview of this topic.
In ancient Israel, possessing wine and new wine was seen as a sign of God's …
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Posted on 19 June 2026
Anarchy is often associated with chaos and a lack of governmental authority in society. However, some individuals embrace anarchism, which is the belief that society functions best when people rule themselves without any laws or governing authorities. Anarchy occurs when prevailing authorities are overthrown or removed, leading to …
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Posted on 18 June 2026
Beverly Jean Davenport LaHaye (1929—2024) was a highly influential figure in the American evangelical Christian community. As a passionate conservative political activist, bestselling writer, and devoted wife of Dr. Tim Francis LaHaye (1926—2016), she played a pivotal role in …
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Posted on 18 June 2026
The story of Bezalel and Oholiab is found in the book of Exodus. They were two men chosen by God to play a significant role in the construction of the tabernacle, which was the holy tent where God dwelled among His people. This event took place during …
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Posted on 18 June 2026
The Bhagavad Gita, a 700-verse poem, is considered one of the holy scriptures of Hinduism. It is a part of the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. The Bhagavad Gita, which means "The Song by God," was written sometime between …
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Posted on 18 June 2026
Acculturation is the process of adapting to a foreign culture or adopting aspects of another culture. It can also refer to the merging of two cultures to create a new mix of ideas, customs, food, dress, and traditions. In our interconnected world, acculturation is occurring at a faster …
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Posted on 18 June 2026
When it comes to assessing the accuracy of the Bible, it is essential to use a method that historians employ to evaluate any other historical book. The forensic method, which is commonly used in legal settings, can help us determine the trustworthiness of historical texts and …
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Posted on 18 June 2026
Adultery is a term often used to describe voluntary sexual activity between a married person and someone other than their spouse. In the Bible, adultery is explicitly forbidden by the seventh commandment: "You shall not commit adultery" (Exodus 20:14). The meaning of adultery was well understood …
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Posted on 17 June 2026
In Biblical times, betrothal was a significant step in the process of marriage. Although the specific traditions and practices varied across different cultures and time periods, there were certain common elements that characterized betrothal during this era. Similar to modern Western countries, engagements in Bible times …
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Posted on 17 June 2026
Being a pastor is often a full-time job, with the demands of church ministry filling up the pastor's days. However, there are some pastors who find themselves in a situation where they need to take on an outside job to supplement their income and …
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Posted on 17 June 2026
In discussions about accepting events or situations that are outside of our control, two extreme views often emerge. On one hand, some people advocate for a resignation to whatever life hands us, while on the other hand, there are those who believe in the "name-it-and-claim-it" approach, where they …
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