The role of pride and true faith

Tutankhamun statue in Egypt

People naturally want to feel respected and valued, which forms the basis for their self-esteem. Pride is a common feeling that makes individuals want to show off their accomplishments and contributions in life. Not surprisingly, the Bible contains numerous references to the word “pride”. Often, we ignore such references, discarding their meaning as something not applicable to us. However, let's take a closer look at it.

Why does God ask to kill animals as sacrifices and offerings for sin?

Lamb

The Bible describes in great detail the instructions for animal donations on the altar.

A person in the modern world sincerely does not understand why God can be pleased with the killing of innocent animals in order to propitiate God for human sins.

As early as the beginning of the Bible, we see that animal sacrifice was a human initiative. Cain and Abel decided to bring some sacrifices without God asking for those.

Why do righteous suffer and wicked flourish? Where is justice?

Judge hammer

In this world we often see that people are not treated fairly. We see righteous suffer and wicked flourish. But why is that? According to the Bible, God gives justice to those who are treated unfairly.

The LORD gives righteousness and justice to all who are treated unfairly.

( Psalms 103:6 )

But if God gives justice, then why are we seeing so much injustice around?