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       • ​"Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world." ​"You are from God, little children, and have overcome them; because greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world." — 1 John 4:4 ​"You are from God, little children, and have overcome them; because greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world." — 1 John 4:4 • ​"The same power that raised Jesus from the dead lives in me." ​"But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you." — Romans 8:11 ​"But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you." — Romans 8:11 • "My body is the temple of the Lord." ​"Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spiri...

  History of Braided Hair and Jewellery in the Bible IS BRAIDING HAIR AND WEARING JEWELRY A SIN? In Bible times, braided hair and jewellery were common and were often worn as signs of beauty, honour, and wealth. In the New Testament period, some people wore elaborate hairstyles decorated with gold, pearls, and costly ornaments to display their status and attract attention. Because of this, Paul and Peter taught Christians to focus on modesty, good works, and inner beauty rather than outward display. T heir emphasis was on godly character rather than expensive adornment. Teaching on Braided Hair and Jewellery The Bible does not directly say, “Braiding your hair is a sin" or “Wearing jewelry is a sin. " The passages most often discussed are 1 Timothy 2:9–10 and 1 Peter 3:3–4, where Paul and Peter teach that a Christian's beauty should come from good character and godly conduct rather than an excessive focus on appearance. In the first-century Roman world, elaborate hairs...

  In the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, the word "breeches" appears only in the Old Testament as sacred linen undergarments worn by priests. The word does not appear in the New Testament . Old Testament Verses (KJV) Exodus 28:42 — "And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover their nakedness..." Exodus 39:28 — Mentioned as part of the holy garments made for Aaron. Leviticus 6:10 — Worn by the priest when cleaning the altar. Leviticus 16:4 — Worn by the High Priest on the Day of Atonement. Ezekiel 44:18 — Commanded for the priests' attire to prevent sweating . Women, Pants, and Scripture The Bible never mentions "pants" because people in biblical times wore robes and tunics. However, people often reference one key verse on the topic: Deuteronomy 22:5 (KJV) — "The woman shall not wear that which pertaineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman's...

  “Eat anything sold in the meat market without raising questions of conscience.” — 1 Corinthians 10:25 At first glance, Paul’s instruction in 1 Corinthians 10:25 seems surprisingly casual. Why would an apostle tell Christians not to worry about where their food came from—especially in a city filled with pagan worship? To understand the verse, we need to step into the world of ancient Corinth and then view it within the larger biblical story of food, freedom, and faith. The Problem Behind the Verse: Meat and Idolatry in Corinth In first‑century Corinth, most meat sold in the public marketplace—the macellum —had a history. Often, animals were first sacrificed in pagan temples, with only a portion burned on the altar. The remaining meat was distributed, eaten at temple feasts, or sold to local butchers. This created a moral dilemma for Christian believers: Was eating this meat the same as participating in idol worship? Did consuming it compromise their faith? Paul addresses this conc...

The History of Meat  Consumption The history of meat consumption in the Bible follows a distinct trajectory: beginning with a plant-based ideal, transitioning into a regulated sacrificial system, and finally moving toward a "liberty-first" approach in the New Testament. 1. The Edenic Ideal (Creation) According to Genesis 1:29 , humanity was originally given a vegetarian diet. God provided "every seed-bearing plant" and "every tree that has fruit with seed in it" for food. At this stage, there was no recorded death of animals for human consumption. 2. The Post-Flood Permission The shift to meat-eating occurs after the Great Flood. In Genesis 9:3 , God gives Noah a new mandate: "Everything that lives and moves about will be food for you. Just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you everything." However, a strict boundary was set: humans were forbidden from eating meat that still had the "lifeblood" in it, establishing the sanctit...

OLD VS NEW TESTAMENT ON MARRIAGE, DIVORCE, AND REMARRIAGE   1. Marriage is God’s design, not a human invention Key Scriptures: Genesis 2:18, 24 “It is not good that the man should be alone…” “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” → Marriage originates in creation, before law or nationhood. Proverbs 18:22 “Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.” Proverbs 19:14 “A prudent wife is from the LORD.” ✅ Marriage is portrayed as God‑given, not culturally invented. 2. Divorce is permitted but regulated, never celebrated Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 24:1–4 → Divorce is allowed, but with: Legal process (certificate) Moral limits Permanent consequences (no return to first spouse) Malachi 2:14–16 “…the wife of thy covenant… therefore take heed to your sp...

  Faith is a central theme in the Bible, and numerous scriptures highlight its importance.  Faith, in the biblical sense, is not simply believing something exists. It's a firm trust and confidence in God, rooted in His character and promises, and evidenced by obedience and actions.    Hebrews 11:1 defines it beautifully: " Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." It's more than just intellectual assent; it's a deep, personal conviction that God is who He says He is and that He will do what He has promised. The Bible often uses the word "trust" interchangeably with "faith" (e.g., Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart..."). This faith is demonstrated in tangible ways, as seen throughout Scripture. Abraham, for example, demonstrated faith by leaving his homeland and following God's commands, even when those commands seemed impossible (Genesis 12) . This is not blind fai...