In the book of Acts, Luke records the scene where an angel of the Lord tells Philip (one of the … More
Author: theidolbabbler
“Just Look!”
Numbers 21:4-9 (GNT) – The Israelites left Mount Hor by the road that leads to the Gulf of Aqaba, in … More
When do “Those who believe without seeing…” finally get to see Jesus?
Back in 2004, I had the privilege of seeing the Christian band Mercy Me in concert. This is the band … More
The Sea Was No More
When we read the Bible, we must approach it within the context of which it was written. That means, if … More
Why Do We Exist?
Acts 17:26-27 (HCSB) – “From one man He has made every nationality to live over the whole earth and has … More
Breath in James 2:26
If you are a regular reader of my blogs, you might recall a blog that I wrote entitled What Happens … More
Division in the Church
If you have been a Christian for any considerable length of time, you have probably experienced “Division in the Church.” … More
Thoughts on Matthew 17:11
Matthew 17:1-13 (ESV) – And after six days Jesus took with him Peter and James, and John his brother, and … More
Believeth?
John 3:16 (KJV) – For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth … More
Tapping Out
I am not a fan of the sport: Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). I was only exposed to it once, when … More
Continuity Continued
I wanted to add some additional thoughts regarding the subject of my last article where I talked about the continuity … More
The “New” Body and the Continuity of Being
Philippians 3:10-12 (HCSB) – “My goal is to know Him and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of … More
What Happens to Babies Who Die?
Revelation 20:13 (HCSB) – Then the sea gave up its dead, and Death and Hades gave up their dead; all … More
Why Our God Determined Steps Do Not Excuse Our Thoughts
Proverbs 20:24 (HCSB) – A man’s steps are determined by the LORD, so how can anyone understand his own way? … More
Evangelism and Romans 6:16
Romans 6:16 (NLT) – Don’t you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can … More
How to Become a Mature Believer
Hebrews 6:1-2 (NLT) – So let us stop going over the basic teachings about Christ again and again. Let us … More
What Happens When We Die?
Several years prior to my dear friend’s passing last December, Vinny Saccone had challenged me to reconsider my view of … More
The Difference Between Humans and Animals
I recently recalled an old conversation that my daughter and I had when she was in grade school, many years … More
Death and Consumption
Romans 6:20-23 (HCSB) – For when you were slaves of sin, you were free in regard to righteousness. But what … More
Degrees of Discipline
In my experience throughout my walk with Jesus, a common theme that is traditionally taught regarding the final punishment of … More