Is the teaching of eating meat offered to idols contradictory in the Bible (1 Cor 8; Colossians 2)?

Question: Are there differences of opinions regarding what is sinful when comparing what is taught in 1 Corinthians 8 and Colossians 2:8,16 in regards to eating meat. Since there is one God, should there not be just one truth to be followed by the weak and strong alike? Shouldn’t the impetus be to educate the …

Understanding Romans 8:1 with missing last clause in some translations

Romans 8:1 “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” (ESV) When reading this passage using different translations of the Bible, you will notice an extra clause at the end of this passage in many translations.  For example: New International VersionTherefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in …

Is speaking in tongues the evidence of being filled with the Holy Spirit?

Some Christian denominations believe that speaking in tongues is evidence of being filled with the Holy Spirit. In addition, believers in these churches are constantly encouraged to seek after receiving the gift of tongues. When they cannot do so, they are often advised to utter whatever comes into their minds and consider it the gift …