“What was in the shadow of Peter that healed people (Acts 5:15-16)?”……The early days of the church were a time of phenomenal growth and apostolic miracles. Acts 5:15-16 As a result of the apostles’ work, sick people were brought out into the streets on beds and mats so that Peter’s shadow might fall across some […]

“What is the meaning of Jezreel?”……Answer: Jezreel was a city in the plain, or valley, or Esdraelon. It was also called the valley of Jezreel. The word “Jezreel” comes from two Hebrew root words, meaning ‘to sow’ and ‘mighty, especially Almighty.” Put together, the two root words mean “God will sow.” ……The valley of Jezreel […]

What can we learn from the thief on the cross?……Why is sexual purity so important?……What were the 400 years of silence?……How can I experience true intimacy with God?……What does the Bible say about respect?……What does in mean to boast in the Lord?……What is Nestorianism? Who were the Nestorians?……What is the Nazirite/Nazarite vow?……Are the writings of […]

“Is it acceptable to “lay out a fleece” before God in prayer?”……Answer: The concept of “putting out a fleece” comes from the story of Gideon, a leader in Israel, in Judges 6. When God directed him to gather the Israelite troops to defeat the Midianite invaders, Gideon wanted to be sure it was really God’s […]

Stress and Syllabi Stress relief for university students by Brandon Markette …Email article to a friend With the start of each new term, it once again rears its ugly head. As we move through the first few days, each class spawns its own syllabus. At first glance these syllabi do not seem very threatening. After […]

“What is the Adamic covenant?”……Answer: The Adamic Covenant can be thought of in two parts: the Edenic Covenant (innocence) and the Adamic Covenant (grace). The Edenic Covenant is found in Genesis 1:26-302:16-17. The details of this covenant include the following:……Mankind (male and female) created in God’s image.…Mankind’s dominion (rule) over the animal kingdom.…Divine directive for […]

“What does it mean to take the Lord’s name in vain?”……Answer: Although many people believe taking the Lord’s name in vain refers to using the Lord’s name as a swear word, there is much more involved with a vain use of God’s name. To understand the severity of taking the Lord’s name in vain, we […]