How Often Should We Take Communion?
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What Is Open vs Closed Communion?
Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 9009 When a church gathers for the Lord’s Supper, who is welcome at the table? This question has led to different practices among churches, often described as “open communion,” “closed communion,” and “close communion.” Understanding these different approaches will help you navigate the variety of practices you may encounter and think through what your…
What Is the Lord’s Supper?
Reading Time: 6 minutesQuestion 9006 Alongside baptism, the Lord’s Supper is the other ordinance that Jesus gave to His Church. It has been called by various names: the Lord’s Supper, Communion, the Eucharist, the Breaking of Bread, the Lord’s Table. But what exactly is it? What does it mean? And why do we observe it? These are important…
Who Can Take Communion?
Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 9007 When the bread and cup are passed at the Lord’s Supper, a question naturally arises: who may participate? Is it for everyone present? Only church members? What about visitors? What about children? These are practical questions that churches must answer, and Scripture provides guidance for us. For Believers Only The most fundamental principle…
What does the Bible teach about human sexuality and gender?
Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 5002 Few topics generate more heat in our current cultural moment than questions of sexuality and gender. Yet these are not merely contemporary concerns; they go to the very heart of what it means to be human. Scripture speaks clearly and beautifully about how God designed us as sexual beings, and understanding this design…
What is the beatific vision?
Reading Time: 4 minutesQuestion 10114 The beatific vision is a theological term for the direct, face-to-face experience of God that believers will enjoy in eternity. The Latin term visio beatifica means “blessed sight” or “happy-making vision,” pointing to the ultimate source of human happiness: seeing God as He truly is. While this terminology comes from church history rather…
What crowns will believers receive?
Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 10111 The New Testament speaks of crowns that believers will receive as rewards for faithful service. These are not merely symbols but represent genuine recognition from Jesus for how we have lived for Him. Understanding these crowns helps us grasp what really matters in the Christian life and motivates us toward godly living while…
What is the Bema seat (judgment seat of Christ)?
Reading Time: 4 minutesQuestion 10110 The Bema seat is a term that refers to the judgment seat of Jesus before which all believers will stand. It is not about determining whether we go to heaven or hell—that question was settled when we trusted Jesus. It is about evaluating our lives as believers and distributing rewards. Understanding this judgment…
Is Smoking a Sin?
Reading Time: 3 minutesQuestion 12049 The question of whether smoking is sinful troubles many believers. Scripture never mentions tobacco—unsurprising given that it was unknown in the biblical world—so we must apply broader biblical principles to reach a faithful conclusion. This requires careful thought rather than mere proof-texting. The Body as God’s Temple The most frequently cited passage in…
Is Islam Compatible with Christianity?
Reading Time: 4 minutesQuestion 60051 In an age of religious pluralism, many suggest that Islam and Christianity are compatible faiths—perhaps different paths to the same God. Some point to shared figures like Abraham, Moses, and Jesus, or to similar ethical teachings, as evidence of fundamental unity. But can these two faiths actually be reconciled? A careful examination reveals…