(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Leviticus 16:16-So he shall make atonement for the Holy Place, because of the uncleanness of the children of Israel, and because of their transgressions, for all their sins; and so he shall do for the tabernacle of meeting which remains among them in the midst of... Continue Reading →
Learning To Pray (One)
(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Luke 11:1-Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, "Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples." Jesus taught His disciples how to pray. We need to... Continue Reading →
Did King Solomon Repent?
It is written: “Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, For this is man's all.” (Ecclesiastes 12:13) A critic of the Bible has objected that king Solomon never repented of his wickedness, since such repentance was not recorded in 1 Kings. What shall we say to this?... Continue Reading →
The Dilemma Of The Christian Who Struggles With Same Sex Attraction
It is written: “Surely you know that people who do wrong will not get to enjoy God's kingdom. Don't be fooled. These are the people who will not get to enjoy his kingdom: those who sin sexually, those who worship idols, those who commit adultery, men who let other men use them for sex or... Continue Reading →
The Danger Of An Unforgiving Spirit
It is written: “Then Peter came to Him and said, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times?" 22 Jesus said to him, "I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven. 23 Therefore the kingdom of heaven is like a... Continue Reading →
Impossible To Bring Some People To Repentance?
The Bible makes it clear that God’s people continue to struggle with sin throughout their life. Several passages point this out to us: Psalm 38:4-For my iniquities have gone over my head; Like a heavy burden they are too heavy for me. Psalm 39:8-Deliver me from all my transgressions; Do not make me the reproach... Continue Reading →