Suffering in this life as a Christian    

Suffering in this life as a Christian Luke tells usActs 14:22 strengthening the souls of the disciples, exhorting them to continue in the faith, and saying, "We must through many tribulations enter the kingdom of God."What are tribulations which could be translated from Strong’s to mean:  pressure, afflicted, anguish, burdened, persecution, tribulation or trouble Apostle Paul says suffering can be…

Women as Prophetess and Teachers   

Women as Prophetess and Teachers Some women have the gift of teaching and being a prophetess as is Anna,  Philip’s daughters are another example of prophetesses in the NT.  I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy. First, however, let’s examine what a prophet is, biblically. Often when people think of prophets, they think…

Elisha, and the 2 Bears

Elisha, and the 2 Bears Who was this prophet and wonder-worker of Lord God.  Bears, I have a view that might give us some insight into why bears with background and scriptures. Name also spelled Elisaios, or Eliseus – Greek and Latin, in the Old Testament, Israelite prophet, the pupil of Elijah, and also his successor (c. 851 BC). Name…

Women Close to Jesus: Mary – Jesus Mother, Salome, Mary the wife of Clopas, Mary Magdalene.

Women Close to Jesus: Mary – Jesus Mother, Salome, Mary the wife of Clopas, Mary Magdalene. The New Testament reveals how women served the Lord Jesus, served the church, and also served the Great Commission that was given to the Church.  Hall of Fame of Women in the New Testament. Let’s look at some ways women in the Church served,…