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Should Christians Handle Snakes?

'Ready Answer' by Mike Ford

Mark 16:18 says that Jesus' disciples 'will take up serpents.' Does this mean that Christians should handle snakes as a sign of their faith?


Facing Times of Stress: When God Is Silent (Part Three)

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Acts 27 teaches that we must distinguish among several types of suffering. Regardless of the type of suffering, we must remember that God will deliver us.


Letters to Seven Churches (Part Four): Pergamos

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Cultural compromise, such as found in Pergamos, brings judgment from Jesus. To those who refuse to compromise their convictions, Christ promises eternal life.


The Spiraling Impact of Alien Invasion

Commentary by Martin G. Collins

A real alien invasion has been underway by such species as flying silver carp, Asian tiger mosquitoes, Burmese pythons, feral hogs, and zebra mussels.


Why Does Jesus Say His Disciples 'Will Take Up Serpents' (Mark 16:18)?

Bible Questions & Answers

Mark 16:18 is a promise of protection—not a command—to those individuals God has called to preach the gospel, as Mark 16:15 shows.