Was Jesus in the Tomb for Three Days and Three Nights?

Jesus continually reminded the disciples that He would die and rise again after “three days” (Mark 8:31; 9:31; 10:34; John 2:19 and 21).1 The Lord also made statements about dying and resurrecting on the “third day” (Matt. 16:21; 17:23; 20:18-19; Luke 9:22; 18:31-33). The Scriptures also indicate that Christ burial took place on Friday prior to … Continue reading Was Jesus in the Tomb for Three Days and Three Nights?

If the Heavenly Father is Greater than the Son, How Can There be a Trinity?

Recently a concerned gentleman asked for assistance on addressing the false teaching of an antitrinitarian teacher.1 The antitrinitarian teacher made assertions about the Trinity being a doctrine invented by men. Understanding the Trinity to be the doctrine about the Father, Son and Holy Spirit being three equal divine persons, he pointed out that Jesus said, “the … Continue reading If the Heavenly Father is Greater than the Son, How Can There be a Trinity?

How Do I Make a Difference in this Coronavirus Pandemic?

Here I am social distancing myself in a world grappling with the coronavirus pandemic. In the larger area of Charlotte, North Carolina, where I live, most businesses are temporarily closed, save banks, grocery stores, restaurants (offering take out), and other essential services. Cancellation or postponement of gatherings and events of over 50 people along with … Continue reading How Do I Make a Difference in this Coronavirus Pandemic?

How to struggle well with the COVID-19 pandemic?

Yesterday (March 11, 2020) we all had received the most unsettling news that the current outbreak of coronavirus (COVID 19) infections that emerged from Wuhan, China has reached pandemic” proportions, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) Director General. Even actors Tom Hanks and Rita announced they tested positive for COVID-19. Life has been shaped … Continue reading How to struggle well with the COVID-19 pandemic?

Did God or Satan Provoke David to Sin in Taking a Census of the People in the Land?

One of the apparent contradictions in the Bible that I come across is whether God or Satan provoked David to sin on a certain. 2 Samuel 24:1 tells us “The anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, and he incited David against them, saying, ‘Go, number Israel and Judah.’ ”1 On the other hand, 1 … Continue reading Did God or Satan Provoke David to Sin in Taking a Census of the People in the Land?