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What are the six parts of the Bible? The Bible: A six act play Act One. — Creation: In the beginning. Act Two. — The Fall: Human rebellion. Act Three. — Israel: A chosen people. Act Four. — Jesus: The faithful Israelite. Act Five. — Church: The new Israel. Act Six. — New Creation: A …
What does Hur mean in the Bible? Biblical Names Meaning: In Biblical Names the meaning of the name Hur is: Liberty, whiteness, hole. What did Aaron and Hur do for Moses? As long as Moses held up his hands, the Israelites would prevail, but whenever he lowered his hands, the Amalekites prevailed. When Moses’ hands …
Why did Jesus choose Peter among his disciples? But Jesus chose Peter. The main reason could not be Peter’s character of his strength, but rather the strength of his faith. Deep down he knew himself to be weak and imperfect, hence he was convinced that his total security and strength could only come from a …
What was the role of the church in Europe? The church was not simply a religion and an institution; it was a category of thinking and a way of life. In medieval Europe, the church and the state were closely linked. It was the duty of every political authority — king, queen, prince or city …
What did Jesus say to Peter after he denied him? Jesus restored Peter to fellowship after Peter had previously denied him and told Peter to feed Jesus’ sheep. What was Peter’s response to Jesus? Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God.” Jesus said that Peter was blessed as this was …
Where in the Bible does it say Jesus was gentle? The Bible urges followers of Jesus to be gentle. Not only is it a fruit of the Spirit, but it is also a command in Colossians, Proverbs, and other books. Even Jesus describes himself as “gentle and lowly in heart” in Matthew 11:29. What does …
What is the Bible’s definition of a disciple? In Christianity, disciple primarily refers to a dedicated follower of Jesus. This term is found in the New Testament only in the Gospels and Acts. In the ancient world, a disciple is a follower or adherent of a teacher. What are the 3 characteristics of a disciple? …
Does the Bible say you can’t eat meat during Lent? “Because of lent, no meat.” For Christians, Lent is the time from Ash Wednesday to Easter to mark the time Jesus spent fasting in the desert. During Lent the religious faithful abstain from eating meat on Fridays. Can you eat meat during Lent Christianity? Some …
What does it mean to dance like David danced? The verse said that David danced before God with all his might. This means that he was jumping, leaping, whirling and rejoicing with all his strength, to the extent that his wife, Michal, who saw him dancing detested his actions. Who mocked David for dancing? After …
What is the week before Jesus died called? During Holy Week, Christians recall the events leading up to Jesus’ death by crucifixion and, according to their faith, his Resurrection. The week includes five days of special significance. What are the events of the last week of Jesus life? The Savior’s Last Week Healing and Teaching …