Answer: The Bible asserts that God is unchanging (Malachi 3:6) and that He is both perfectly Holy (which requires justice against sin) and perfectly Love (which provides a way for forgiveness). Explanation: The Old Testament often highlights God's justice against covenant-breaking and sin, while also demonstrating incredible patience and love (e.g., the repeated forgiving of Israel). The...

The Old Testament recounts the story of creation, the covenant with Israel, the Law, and prophecies about the coming Messiah. The New Testament centers on the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ (the fulfillment of the Old Testament), the establishment of the Church, and instructions for Christian living.

Answer: There are two main theological viewpoints based on different interpretations of Scripture: Eternal Security (Once Saved, Always Saved): A truly saved person, whom God has chosen, will be kept by God's power and cannot lose their salvation (e.g., John 10:28-29; Romans 8:38-39). Conditional Security: Salvation can be lost if a believer deliberately and permanently turns away from...

Jesus' death on the cross is considered an atoning sacrifice. It satisfied God's justice for human sin, offering forgiveness and the way to eternal life to all who believe in Him (Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:21)