Three prominent James’ exist in the New Testament. What can we learn of these men and can this help us identify the author of the book bearing that name?
Was the kingdom offered to Israel? Ultimately, one’s answer to this question hinges upon how strictly he defines the word offer.
Bible Dictionary Entry. Abba is the transliteration of the Aramaic word for father. It is always used as a direct address to God the Father.
Now let us consider what is most properly called Spirit baptism. The Bible does not talk as much about this one. However, it is a Bible doctrine. At the point of salvation the Holy Spirit places us into Jesus Christ. When a soul trusts in Christ and is saved, he or she is “in Christ.”
To understand the baptism with the Holy Ghost, you must understand that it was an event. Acts 1:6 teaches that the baptism with the Holy Ghost would occur “not many days hence.” We know that this baptism occurred in Acts chapter two on the Day of Pentecost. It was a special day. It was a unique day. It is not to be sought again and again.
