by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Jun 26, 2017
Follow Us The answer is easy. No. We were not spirit beings prior to birth. While the soul of man will live eternally (either in Heaven or in Hell), the soul of man did not exist in a spirit form (or any other form) prior to conception. Erroneously, some...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Jun 20, 2017
Follow Us This is a great question. Who should we address when we pray to God? Should we pray to the Father, the Son, or the Spirit? Does it matter? Let’s look at what we can learn from God’s Word about praying to each Person of the Trinity. Jesus Taught Us to...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Jun 12, 2017
Follow Us [Video Below] In our English Bibles, in the books of Mark, Roman, and Galatians, we find the Greek word “abba.” Mark 14:36 And He said, “Abba, Father, all things are possible for You. Take this cup away from Me; nevertheless, not what I...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Jun 4, 2017
Follow Us This is a great question. Unfortunately, this is a question for which there is no definitive answer. The Bible simply does not give us a clear answer. But while the Bible does not tell us where the disciples were when the Holy Spirit was given, it does...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | May 26, 2017
Follow Us Shavuot 2017 begins at sunset on May 30, 2017. Sunset is the earliest possible definition of night/evening. It is the time when the sun sets below the horizon. Shavuot is a one-day feast in Israel and a two-day feast elsewhere. Therefore, Shavuot ends at...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | May 22, 2017
Follow Us [Watch Video Below] We know that we are to give of our time, talents, and treasures to the Lord. But there’s another “t” that should be included. The fourth “t” is “testimony.” We should always be ready to tell others about Jesus. 1 Pet 3:15 ...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | May 15, 2017
Follow Us [Watch video below.] Question People tell me I should be bold, but I’m not a very bold person. Aren’t we supposed to be gentle like doves when we talk to lost people? Answer How we witness to others is of great importance so this question...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | May 7, 2017
Follow Us There are many examples of God’s love for mankind. Of course, the first and foremost example is in God’s gift of Jesus to the world. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Apr 28, 2017
Follow Us If God knows what I need, why should I pray? Just as the Bible is important for teaching us about who Jesus is, what He has done for us, and who we are in Him, so also is prayer a key part of building a deeper and abiding relationship with God. When we read...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Apr 24, 2017
Follow Us Question I get a lot of Internet Forwards about God, the Bible and faith. Should I forward them? Is this a good way to share my faith? Answer Knowledge of God’s truths is necessary to determine if a forward is of value for learning about God, for...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Apr 17, 2017
Follow Us OBITUARIES Nisan 15, 33 A.D. Crucified: Jesus of Nazareth, a Controversial Rabbi Jesus of Nazareth died Friday, Nisan 14 on Mount Calvary, also known as Golgotha the place of the skull. The cause of his death was loss of blood due to crucifixion that was...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Apr 14, 2017
Follow Us [Watch Video Below] We read the accounts of the crucifixion in the Bible and we often see it portrayed in movies and videos. The day in which Jesus was crucified was a day of darkness and death— and it seems to be anything but “good.” The...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Apr 12, 2017
Follow Us [Watch the Video Below: The Hope of Easter] [Read Reason #1 for a Thursday Crucifixion: Jesus’ words in the article Was Jesus crucified on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday?] Two More Reasons a Thursday Crucifixion Fits with What the Bible Teaches If you...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Apr 10, 2017
Follow Us [Video Below] Everyone knows that Jesus was crucified on Good Friday, right? And throughout the centuries we have always remembered His crucifixion on the Friday before Easter Sunday, right? But is Friday the correct day? Does the Bible support a Friday...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Apr 3, 2017
Follow Us We invite you to walk with us through Holy Week. Sign up for our emails and you’ll receive information articles and inspiring videos during the week preceding Easter. Sign up NOW! Judas—the Man Who Betrayed Jesus While we don’t know a lot about...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Mar 27, 2017
Follow Us WATCH THE VIDEOS BELOW Is Easter really an important day? Isn’t it just like Christmas, becoming more and more commercial? And hasn’t it become more about Easter eggs and candy than about our Passover Lamb? Before considering the question at...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Mar 20, 2017
Follow Us In answering this question (and all questions), we need to start by remembering Who God is and what He has done for us. Who God Is God is love. He is kind. He is merciful. He is gracious. And, He is also just. When God created the earth, and all that is in...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Mar 6, 2017
Follow Us Before starting, understand that this is not about the Jewish marriage traditions. That’s partially covered in Are We the Bride of Christ Now? Or is That Future? While there is a great deal of typology in the biblical marriage customs of ancient...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Feb 27, 2017
Follow Us (Video Below) Will you be giving something up something for Lent? If so, will it be something that will challenge you, something that you really desire, and going without it will be difficult? Or are you are one of the many Christians who doesn’t...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus | Feb 21, 2017
Follow Us Many will say, “We’re all God’s Children” with the intended meaning that everyone on earth is God’s child. That’s not a true statement. While it is true that everyone (and everything) belongs to God (Psa 24:1), not...
