Steve Hunter Bible Study

A man asked Jesus, 'Teacher, what good thing must I do to get eternal life?' Matthew 19:16 (NIV) Why did the man ask this question, and what must we assume about him?  Obviously, the man understood enough of the law to know that the soul is eternal; however, he wrongly assumed that entry to heaven is based upon his personal efforts.  Many people share the misconceptions that either their good works earn them eternal salvation or that their good works will outweigh their evil deeds, thus qualifying them for salvation.  Ephesians 2:8 states that salvation is through faith alone.  Salvation is not through works.  John clearly states Jesus's own words regarding salvation in this statement, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.' John 14:6 (HCSB)   Sin's effects were well understood since Adam and Eve; however, the redeemer of God's people came in an unexpected way.  Many expected the Messiah as an e...

Questions from participants in a group study on Agents of the Apocalypse on the Book of Revelation 12/12/2017 I was asked to serve as the answer guy for a group study of Dr. David Jeremiah, Agents of the Apocalypse study of the Book of Revelation.  I jumped at the opportunity as I feel this series is one of the best introductions to the characters of the book.  It brings clarity to a highly symbolic book in the Bible.   The participants also have a few life questions they wanted to be answered.  I have included those as well.  I hope you the reader can benefit from our Q&A session. A little background on Revelation... There are many interpretations of Revelation scripture.  Revelation is the most self-revealing book in the Bible.  If you continue to read on, you will likely find the answer in the next few pages.  It is filled with symbolism.  It is difficult to understand as John the Apo...