Witchcraft is quite common, mostly in traditional settings, as elders often communicated to supernatural beings through people whose powers did not align with God’s. Witchcraft draws its roots in the Old Testament and has several expressions and forms. Though people do not practice witchcraft and sorcery openly, the practices are well-known for people to question … Read more
When I was a theology student, I discovered that some of my Christian friends were very pickyabout what they ate. They considered some animals and plants unfit for consumption. We oncehad a debate regarding one of the most loved and consumed animals, pigs. Those who feltthese pigs were unclean even quoted bible verses to support … Read more
With spirituality and different forms of meditation gaining in popularity, doing shadow work is more widespread than ever. It involves exploring the inner depths of one’s suppressed subconscious to understand oneself better. But does it conflict with traditional Christian teachings? Is shadow work a sin? It is believed that shadow work is not a sin … Read more
We wish the scripture could be more clear about several things than it does. For example, can women braid their hair, will we be adults in heaven, at what age will we be in heaven, and even where does Cain’s wife come from? Though the Bible leaves room for interpretation in some cases, there are … Read more
Different people have different images of meditation. For some people, meditation is a way of calming your mind and connecting to yourself. For others, it is sitting in a particular position and allowing your mind to clear out and relax. On the other hand, most believers view meditation as a spiritual discipline that will enable … Read more
Some behaviors like smoking and drinking alcohol are deemed as socially and culturally unfit and unacceptable. Additionally, smoking is quite unhealthy and can pose serious health threats. Though we know smoking is culturally unacceptable and unhealthy, is it a sin? Is smoking a sin? The Bible does not mention or talk about smoking directly. However, … Read more
Mental health has been a trending topic lately, with depression being a core disease affecting millions of people (Christians and non-Christians). Symptoms of depression often include intense sadness, fatigue, hopelessness, emptiness, and fatigue, among other symptoms. Being depressed can make one feel like they are worthless and might lead to suicide. The main cause of … Read more
Killing is one of the things that God forbids in the ten commandments. Jesus emphasized it by declaring that hating your brother was equal to killing. Although God forbids killing, we also notice that he instructed the children of Israel to defend themselves, kill the Canaanites and occupy their land. So, is killing in self-defense … Read more
The kidneys play a significant role in keeping our body system toxin free. Sometimes, however, kidney failure may occur. Whenever this happens, a patient can either be on dialysis or undergo a kidney transplant. Dialysis is an expensive and time-consuming procedure. However, patients on dialysis have a chance to live longer, productive lives. But what … Read more
Truth be said, there is a lot of pleasure and relief in smiling and laughing. A hearty laugh will always ease an aching heart. Most of the time, a hearty laugh is always a result of jokes. Though laughter is good, what does the Bible say about joking? Is joking a sin? The Bible does … Read more