Difference between a Disciple and an Apostle? Disciple comes from the Greek word mathetes, which means “learner, pupil, disciple.” Apostle comes from the Greek word apostolos, which means “a delegate, messenger, one sent forth with orders.” The term apostle is … Read More
Raising Hands One frequently sees people raise one or both hands while singing, listening to preaching/teaching, etc., in denominations today. Could this practice be related to “raising holy hands” in the Bible? No, for several reasons. First, “lifting up holy … Read More
Bible Translations Should a Christian use only certain translations of the Bible? If so, which ones? The Bible contains no specific command concerning which Bible translation to use. In order to avoid adding to God’s Word, we must not legislate … Read More
An Appeal for a Good Conscience Please explain 1 Peter 3:21’s statement about baptism not being a removal of dirt from the body but an appeal to God for a good conscience. “Baptism, which corresponds to this, now saves you, … Read More
Do Angels Walk Among Us? Let’s first define the term “angel.” It comes from the Greek word angelos and literally means “messenger.” Many are not aware that the Bible uses the word “angel” or angelos to simply refer to a … Read More