Let the Bible Interpret Itself
A true Christian, according to the Bible, is not simply someone who professes belief in Jesus Christ. Romans 8:14–15 teaches that a real Christian is one who is led by the Spirit of God. This Spirit is received through repentance and baptism, bringing the believer into a genuine relationship with God as His child and … Read more
Being led by the Holy Spirit means allowing God’s power and presence to guide your thoughts, actions, and decisions in obedience to His Word. According to the Bible, those led by the Spirit produce spiritual fruit, reject sin, and walk in alignment with God’s truth (Romans 8:14; Galatians 5:16). A Common Phrase Many Christians say, … Read more
What is the difference between biblical Christianity and traditional Christianity?Biblical Christianity is based strictly on the teachings of the Bible, emphasizing obedience to God’s law, the gospel of the Kingdom of God, and a transformed life through the Holy Spirit. Traditional Christianity often includes doctrines and practices developed over time through church tradition, such as … Read more
Does Mark 7:18–19 mean all foods are clean? No. In context, Jesus was addressing human traditions about ritual handwashing—not abolishing God’s dietary laws. The phrase “thus purifying all foods” is a translator’s interpretation, not a direct statement from Christ. When compared with passages like Acts 10 and Romans 14, the Bible shows that these verses … Read more
No. Romans 14:14 does not teach that all foods are clean. The passage discusses personal conscience regarding meat—especially meat associated with idols—not the biblical distinction between clean and unclean animals found in Leviticus Q1: Does Romans 14:14 teach that Christians can eat any kind of meat? Answer:No. Romans 14:14 does not teach that all meats—including … Read more
Passover in the Bible is a God-ordained observance that commemorates Israel’s deliverance from Egypt and ultimately points to Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God who takes away sin. Instituted in Exodus and fulfilled in the New Testament, Passover symbolizes redemption through the blood of Christ (Exodus 12; John 1:29). Christians should celebrate Passover because … Read more
God’s Annual Festivals (Holy Days) are seven biblical observances established by God and recorded in Leviticus 23 that reveal His plan of salvation for humanity. These days—Passover, the Days of Unleavened Bread, Pentecost, the Feast of Trumpets, the Day of Atonement, the Feast of Tabernacles, and the Last Great Day—outline the step-by-step fulfillment of God’s … Read more
Christians should keep the Passover because Jesus Christ commanded His followers to observe it in remembrance of His sacrifice, and the early Church continued this practice. The Passover reveals the foundation of salvation—Christ as the Lamb of God whose blood brings forgiveness of sins (1 Corinthians 5:7; Luke 22:19–20). Rather than being replaced, Passover was … Read more
Romans 14: What Did Paul Really Mean? Romans 14:14 is often quoted to support the idea that Christians can eat anything, including meats the Bible identifies as unclean. But when examined carefully in context—and with attention to the original language—this verse reveals a very different meaning. To understand it properly, we must ask an important … Read more
Q1: Does Romans 14:14 teach that Christians can eat any kind of meat? Answer:No. Romans 14:14 does not teach that all meats—including those identified as unclean in the Bible—are now acceptable to eat. The context of Romans 14 is not about clean vs. unclean animals. Instead, it addresses a different issue: whether Christians should eat … Read more