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The name “Lucifer” is a translation from a Hebrew word that means “shining one”-possible a Latin word for light giver. “Satan’’ means resister and “Devil” means slanderer. The name for Satan, Devil, wicked one (John 17:15; 1 John 5:19), god of this system (2 Corinthians 4:4), “original serpent”...

“’Babylon’ the Great, the mother of the harlots…” is symbolic of the world empire of false religion (not a physical woman); and, this identity is evident in more than two scriptures. Revelation 17:1: “waters” is identified in Rev. 17:15. Revelation 17:22: “fornication” is referring to...

Many theologians and religions adamantly have long dismissed any suggestion that the resurrection of the unrighteous may include those who commit suicide. As far as the ones who took their own lives, we humans cannot judge as to whether they will get a resurrection or not. I am only aware of...

These “bowls of the anger of God” are similes. They are not to be understood as literal. The symbolism here is that most of the human family whom symbolically inhabit the “sea,” is spiritually dead; thus alienated from God. Compare: Isaiah 57:20, 21; Matthew 22:32; Ephesians 2:1; Romans 6:11-13...

I see your point about my post. Work-with limitations-is not restricted on the Sabbath (old covenant) any longer because of Christ's sacrifice established a new covenant. Compare: 1 Corinthians 11:25; 2 Corinthians 3:14; Hebrews 8:6, 8; 9:15; 12:24.

The Sabbath ended with Christ's sacrifice. Work on the Sabbath is not a requirement.

Reconsider Genesis 1:5, 8, 13, 19, 23, 31. These creative days ended. With respect to the seventh day, God proceeded to rest. This indicates that this “day” has continued. (Genesis 2:1-3) Thousands of years later, Paul indicated that the seventh day has not concluded. At Hebrews 4:1-11 he...

I totally agree!

The Antichrist would not be given a crown, a white robe or be riding on a white horse. White signifies unblemished holiness. The rider of this white horse has a bow, an offensive weapon of war, but he is also given a crown. The only righteous ones seen wearing crowns during the Lord’s Day are...

The rider of the white horse is none other than Jesus.

Probably, as a possible cousin to Jesus, John was a man who had proved his faith. He was the disciple whom Jesus loved dearly, and this spiritual relationship transcended that of the flesh; in fact, there is no indication that his fleshly brothers were, as yet, had put faith in him.-Matthew...

In support of your post, the following scriptures in Revelation support that Babylon the Great (Harlot) is primarily the world empire of false religion. Compare Revelation 17:1, 2, 5, 15-18; 18:9, 11, 15, 23, 24.

Revelation chapter 7 mentions two groups of sheep. First, the 144,000 “sealed out of every tribe of the sons of Israel.” (Revelation 7:4) Comparing Revelation 14:1-5 shows that the 144,000 are “bought from the earth,” to become “firstfruits to God.” (See Luke 12:32; John 14:2-4) They will be...

I cannot believe otherwise because the is part of Jesus' linage.

Consider some additional scriptures: Romans 7:4-6; Galatians 3:23-25; Ephesians 2:13-15; Hebrews 8:6 Hebrews 8:6

Paul’s exhortation was not to diminish women‘s importance. He was reinforcing a biblical arrangement in relation to teaching and exercising spiritual authority in the congregation. Only spiritual men-in agreement-were tasked with such “shepherding”-whether in the home or congregation. This does...

I respectfully do not agree. Christians are not subjected to the Mosaic Law (i. e. Sabbath). Christ abolished the Law and instituted a new covenant. Compare Matthew 22:39, 40; John 13:34; Romans 7:6; 10:4; Colossians 2:13-16. Instead of commonly using one day to reflect on God, we should be...

I agree in part. It seems to me that Jesus was given authority-at least partially-and finally, totally as mentioned in Revelation. Consider these scriptures where Jesus, Paul, Peter and Stephen make reference and support an earlier “right hand” position. Matthew 22:41-46; 28:18; Acts 2:34-36...

Yes, the Bible can be confusing. However, with careful and consistent examination/study it does become clearer. Make this a petition in your prayers. Consider these scriptures about the dead:Genesis 3:19; Job 7:9, 10; 10:9; 14:10-15; psalms 6:5; 115:17; 146:3, 4; Ecclesiastics 3:19, 20; 9:5...

It seems to me that their faith at different times strong/weak, assured/doubtful, confident/afraid and so forth. Many Christians today undergo some of these same emotions and we have the Bible and history to consult. Anyway, based on a few accounts, I believe that they did and then doubted; but...