John 1:1 and John 1:3 teach Jesus is God! Does John 1:1-18 teach the Trinity doctrine? The Word was God the LOGOS is God! Jesus Christ is the eternal Creator of all things according to John 1:3, Colossians 1:16-17, Hebrews 1:1-3, and Revelation 3:14. Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons/ Latter Day Saints/ LDS, Muslims, Oneness Pentecostals, and … Continue reading
Berean Perspective first online Bible Study starting in the Gospel of John! This will be a new addition to our online ministry along with articles, videos, and now Bible studies going through the Scriptures. Hope you can check these out and be a part of the studies, and share with others. Does the Gospel of … Continue reading
What does apologetics mean? Live online classes and Bible studies about Christian apologetics according to 1 Peter 3:15, how to evangelize and effectively witness to those in non-christian cults, nonbelievers, friends, family, etc. The Greek word in 1 Peter 3:15 for apologetics is apologia which means to give an answer, a reason, a defense for … Continue reading
What is Counter-Cult Christian Apologetics? When Jehovah’s Witnesses come knock on your door do you know what to say or do you get turned into a pretzel? When Christians are asked what they believe about God, why the Bible is divinely inspired, what is special about who Jesus Christ is, “how come the majority of them don’t know how to answer?” Sadly many Christians and churches lack sound Bible teaching, discipleship classes and studies, and many Christians are not equipped on how to effectively witness to Jehovah’s Witnesses, Latter Day Saints (Mormons), Muslim’s, atheists, etc. Continue reading
Why did Jesus say the Father is greater than I in John 14:28? How do we respond to Jehovah’s Witnesses, biblical unitarians, Muslims, and others when they use John 14:28 to prove Jesus is not God and to refute the Trinity doctrine. The Bible teaches that Jesus is God in numerous places such as John … Continue reading
Over the years I am amazed that my most viewed article and now YouTube video is on Joyce Meyer. I get people saying I am a servant of Satan, that I am going to hell, and that God will judge me! Touch not God’s anointed! Check out my recent update and feel welcome to share … Continue reading
A special message to pastors. Dear pastors we need to be taught the true gospel of Jesus Christ, and to be protected from watered down feel good liberal fluffy gospel of modern day churches and the traditions of men that twist the Scriptures to fit their denominations (2 Timothy 4:3-4). Today we have many churches … Continue reading
What is the evidence that the New Testament is inspired, trustworthy, and reliable? The evidence is the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead! If Jesus Christ was not raised from the dead 3 days later the whole New Testament would be false and a lie! The apostle Paul says in 1 Corinthians 15:14-17 that … Continue reading
Can Christians lose their salvation? Many teach Christians can lose their salvation from Hebrews 6:4-6, but does the Hebrews 6:4-6 teach that Christians can lose their salvation? In the Bible there are differing views on what is called once saved always saved, eternal security, assurance of salvation, abide in Christ doctrine, faith plus works for … Continue reading
Why do people stop going to church? Why are Christians or non-Christians fed up with church, the religious hypocrisy (hypocrites), and organized religion? Over the years I have observed and talked with Christians and others who used to go to a church, but now they no longer do. Christians and non-Christians have either stopped believing in God … Continue reading
What is Mid Acts Dispensationalism? What do Mid Acts Dispensationalists believe about the Gospel? Why be concerned? What is wrong with what Mid Acts Dispensationalists believe and teach about the Gospel? Mid Acts are not rightly dividing the Word of God, the Bible, by falsely teaching that Paul and Peter preached different gospels. Mid Acts Dispensationalism … Continue reading
What does Joyce Meyer believe a person must believe to be saved? What does Joyce Meyer believe about the gospel, Jesus, and did Jesus go to hell? This information is exposing Joyce Meyer’s false gospel teaching that Jesus went to hell and died spiritually to atone for sin, and that Jesus was no longer the … Continue reading
Many young adults are seeking answers to various questions on the Bible, Christianity, Doctrines, Religions, Science, etc. If you are a youth, teenager, older adult, feel free to ask questions or request for something to be written. It is healthy to be a seeker of God’s Word, to learn Christian Apologetics, to grow in the … Continue reading
The purpose of this information is to show from the Bible that the Trinity Doctrine is true and not false, and to do that from what the Bible teaches. In the Gospel of John we find many places where the apostle writes about and defends the Deity of Jesus Christ, that Jesus is God, that Jesus is Creator, that Jesus is the Son of God, and more. In the gospel of John 1:1-3 we see the following written concerning Jesus. Continue reading
Salvation is by faith not works is a discussion and debate that has been around for hundreds and hundreds of years. In Acts 15:7-11 we see that Peter stood up for the Gentiles in that they were saved by grace through putting their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, just as they did. (Jews) Some believe that salvation is not by faith alone but is accomplished through doing some type of works, whether being water baptized or keeping the 10 commandments or some other law keeping perspective. What does Acts 15:7-11 teach about being saved by faith? What does Peter demonstrate from Acts 15:7-11 that is relevant for today? Continue reading
Hello out there, how are you? This is simply and to the point. The true gospel message is that Jesus is the Christ, (Messiah) whom was prophesied to come from the Hebrew Scriptures, (Old Testament, Tanakh) and that He gave His life as a sacrifice for sins. In simple terms Jesus died on the cross … Continue reading
There is a view by some people that the name of Jesus is not found anywhere in the Old Testament (Tanakh), and according to them this proves that Jesus is not the true Messiah or Savior of the Jews. (Israel) The name Jesus in Hebrew is “yeshua”, and that Hebrew word can be found in … Continue reading
Years ago I became a Christian at the age of 6 and though I was young I had a good understanding of who Jesus Christ was, why He came, and what He did for me. The story is long but I will keep it simple and to the point. Simply put both my parents were … Continue reading
I was in a audio chat room (pal talk) recently and the discussion in the room (reformed room) was on the absolute sovereignty of God and how God is in control and wills all things, but God is not responsible for mankind’s sin and fallen state. With that being said I listened and simply asked … Continue reading
Sometimes it is hard to stay focused and on track in the Christian faith and the following reminds me of why we have the Berean Perspective site online: “I remember I found your site when I was looking for information about ultra -dispensationalism. I had attended a bible study for about a year, that had me so confused. … Continue reading
What does it mean to be evangelizing & witnessing to those in Cults? In simple terms that means that we obey the Biblical teachings for going into all the world with the message of salvation and witnessing to those involved in Cults. There are many people who are involved in some form of a non … Continue reading
Many people have asked the question, What does the Bible teach about the Trinity Doctrine? Some people say the Bible does not teach the Trinity Doctrine, however with a proper understanding one will see that the Bible does teach the Trinity Doctrine. The Bible teaches that there is only one God who has been revealed through 3 … Continue reading
I believe it is more difficult to address the issues within Christianity than outside of it. The reason I believe this is because it is easier to identity the Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, Muslims, and other groups which deny the Deity of Jesus and other Biblical doctrines clearly held within Christian orthodoxy. It may seem as … Continue reading
I would like to give a brief introduction on why I am writing this blog so that those of you whom read this can understand where I am coming from. I have been listening to a show for some time while now called the “Open Line”, which is a sponsored program through the EWTN. (Eternal … Continue reading
Have you ever heard of the doctrine of Unconditional Election? Have you ever heard of the doctrine of Predestination? You will not find the doctrine of Unconditional Election in the Bible, however you will find the doctrine of Predestination. The doctrine of Unconditional Election comes from the doctrines of Calvinism known as the “TULIP.” The … Continue reading
Examining the doctrine of “Total Depravity” in Calvinism Total Depravity is a doctrine that stems from the TULIP. The TULIP is also called the 5 points of Calvinism. The TULIP stands for Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, and Perseverance of the saints. Total Depravity teaches man has no free will to choose … Continue reading
There are many people who are misinformed on what the doctrine of the Trinity is. There are people and movements that teach the Trinity Doctrine is false and against what the Bible teaches. The Trinity Doctrine is true and based upon what the Bible teaches, and the purpose of this information is to give a … Continue reading
Many people ask, “What does Apologetics mean?” The Greek word for Apologetics is “Apologia” which means: “verbal defense, speech in defense a reasoned statement or argument”, according to the Strong’s Greek Dictionary. Apologetics gets its attention from Peter’s first epistle, which states: “…but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to … Continue reading
