Learning the New Song
(Copyright 06-07-2024) by Gregory Diaz (Wayne, New Jersey) Christians and Bible students familiar with chapters seven and fourteen of Revelation have questioned who the 144,000 will be. In a previous article called “The 144,000 Virgins,” I discussed the meaning of virginity in the context of Revelation and the Bible. In this article I will present […]
The 144,000 Virgins
(Copyright 2024) by Gregory Diaz (Wayne, New Jersey) Many Christians and Bible students have wondered who the 144,000 will be. They are mentioned in both the seventh and fourteenth chapters of the book of Revelation. Let us explore what we may find out about them from these chapters and other places in the Bible. (The […]
What Does the Parable of Tares Teach About Judging?
(Copyright) by Gregory Diaz (Wayne, New Jersey) Judging is an interesting and important subject. Like any other doctrine it should be studied to see what the bible says about it. Judging has more than one meaning. It can mean either (1) pass sentence; punish; condemn or 2) discern; form an opinion. These definitions are relevant with […]
Understanding Circumcision and the New Testament Covenant
by Gregory Diaz (Wayne, New Jersey) The great controversy of the New Testament church regarded whether or not gentile believers needed to be circumcised. It will be seen that this question is one concerning whether the unconverted may fellowship with the church. It is a question regarding communication. Communication is the key component of the gospel […]
Beware of the Leaven of the Pharisees
by Gregory Diaz (Wayne, New Jersey) Christians are commanded to “grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Pet 2:3). Christians should be open to gaining a deeper understanding of the bible. Therefore, let us consider one important concept that has not yet been understood, although it is […]