Usually understood as the final abode of the unrighteous dead wherein the ungodly suffer eternal punishment; the term translates one OT word and several NT words.
OLD TESTAMENT USAGE – The only Hebrew word translated “hell” in the KJV (though not in modern translatons) is Sheol. Sheol itself is a broad term that, depending on the context, may signify the abode of the both the righteous dead and the ungodly dead. Continue reading DEFINITION OF THE DAY (HELL)
The resurrection of Christ is at the very heart of the Christian faith. It was prophesied in the Old Testament (Psalm 16:10; 1 Corinthians 15:4). Hundreds of witnesses attested to it (1 Corinthians 15:5-8). It gives the gospel its hope and power by explaining the benefits of the forgiveness of sin (1 Corinthians 15:14-15). Continue reading WHY IS THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST SO IMPORTANT TO CHRISTIAN FAITH?
Could any punishment be worse than being forced to eat stones? Jeremiah used this graphic image to show how severely the Lord was punishing the nation of Judah for her sin and idolatry. Continue reading ROCKS FOR DINNER?