FAQs

F.A.Qs.

Most of these studies have come about because someone has asked what appears to be a simple question. Rather than give the ‘stock’, off-the-cuff answer, it required anything but a simple answer.

Adoption – what was the Roman concept of adoption?

This study discusses the legal aspects of Roman adoption.

See page 2. Adoption – First Generation Assembly

Adoption – what are the consequences of being adopted into God’s family?

This study discusses both the duty and benefits of salvation.

See page 3. Adoption – First Generation Assembly

Abrahamic Covenant – what is it?

Abrahamic Covenant – First Generation Assembly

Abraham – why was his name changed?

See page 6. Abrahamic Covenant – First Generation Assembly

Angels – do people become angels when they die?

Angelology (the study of Angels) discusses what (not who) angels are, their origins and the position or status.

See pages 2-5. Angelology – First Generation Assembly

Angels – are there such a thing as a bad angel?

Angelology discusses what angels are and the different classifications.

See page 8. Angelology – First Generation Assembly

Babies – what happens if a baby dies before he or she is saved?

This study discusses the error of ‘Original Sin’and its consequences.

See page 6. Sin – First Generation Assembly

Baptism – is this essential for salvation?

This refers to Water Baptism.

See page 2. Baptism – First Generation Assembly

Body – what does the Bible say about the human body?

This study discusses the biblical meaning and differences between body, soul and spirit.

See pages 12 & 13. Righteousness, Obedience and Rewards – First Generation Assembly

Body – how is the flesh mortified?

This study discusses how to combat the flesh.

See page 14. Spiritual Warfare – First Generation Assembly

Bread – what is Breaking of Bread?

The study discusses the phrase and the importance of saying matzah instead of bread.

See page 2. Breaking Matzah – First Generation Assembly

Church – who or what is the One World Church?

This study charts the basis of the One World Church/Government from antediluvian times to the present.

See all study. Nicolaitans – First Generation Assembly

See page 3. End Times Part 2 – Redemption – First Generation Assembly

Circumcision – what is it and what does it mean?

See page 7. Abrahamic Covenant – First Generation Assembly

Communion – can anyone take this?

There is a Biblical warning regarding who can break matzah.

See page 2. Breaking Matzah – First Generation Assembly

Communion – what is it?

The study discusses what it is and what it is not.

See page 1. Breaking Matzah – First Generation Assembly

See page 17. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Crucifixion – what happened to Jesus on the Cross?

See page 6. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Crucifixion – what was this?

See page 4. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Crucifixion – when was it?

See page 35. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Crucifixion – where did it take place?

See page 45, The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Crucifixion – why was it necessary?

See page 2. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

David – what is the Davidic Covenant?

This study discusses this covenant.

See page 6. The Seed – First Generation Assembly

Death – What happens when we die?

This study discusses the Intermediate State.

See page 1. Judgement – First Generation Assembly

Divorce – is it right for a person to divorce?

The study discusses if and when it is or is not necessary.

See all study.

Divorce – First Generation Assembly

Eighth Day – what is the significance?

See page 8. Abrahamic Covenant – First Generation Assembly

See page 8. Fall Feasts – First Generation Assembly

Election – what is it?

This study discusses the biblical concpt.

See page 7. Salvation – First Generation Assembly

End Times – what are the signs?

This study describes the signs of the End Times, what has to be in place and the order of events both before and after Ya`akob’s Trouble (The Great Tribulation). It does not discuss the events of Ya`akob’s Trouble. Present Age: signs of the times, war; global, internecine, terrorism and rumours; diseases; agricultural, livestock, human epidemic and pandemics.

End Times Part 1 – Birth Pangs – First Generation Assembly

Fig Tree – why did Jesus curse the fig tree?

See page 12. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Flood – why did it happen?

This study discusses the state of the world in Noach’s time.

See pages 1 & 4. Noach – First Generation Assembly

Fortune telling – is this just harmless fun?

The study discusses what fortune-telling actually is and its dangers.

See page 14. Angelology – First Generation Assembly

Free-will – What is it?

This study discusses this concept.

See page 4. Salvation – First Generation Assembly

Genealogy – Why is there a difference in Matthew’s and Luke’s genealogies?

This study discusses the two genealogies.

See page 7. The Seed – First Generation Assembly

Gethsemane – what took place in the Garden of Gethsemane?

See page 19. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

God – how can God be God?

The most powerful of all computers cannot hold the information that is needed to answer this question. Thousands of years of study by the greatest minds ever, has only scratched the surface of the contents of the Bible. However, this study discusses some aspects of Yahuah `Elohiym.

See pages 1-3. Salvation – First Generation Assembly

Hagar – who was she?

See page 4. Abrahamic Covenant – First Generation Assembly

Head Covering – Do women Believers have to cover their heads in church?

What form does the head covering take?

Head Covering – First Generation Assembly

Hell – can a loving God really condemn a person to eternal torment?

This study discusses the apparent paradox between a loving Father and a wrathful Judge.

See page 17. Judgement – First Generation Assembly

See page 47. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Hell – is hell forever or is there any release from punishment?

This study discusses the error of Universalism and Annihilationism.

See page 21. Judgement – First Generation Assembly

Homosexuality – is it nature or nurture?

This study discusses different aspects of homosexuality.

See pages 6-7. Homosexuality – First Generation Assembly

See page 18, One World Religion – First Generation Assembly

Jewish Feasts – do Christians have to observe these?

This study discusses the command to observe Yahuah’s feasts but not Jewish traditional holidays.

See all study. Fall Feasts – First Generation Assembly

John 6:4 – Is this Bible verse in the original text?

The original text is unavailable but textual evidence suggests that it is added. See page 3. The Duration of The Master Yahusha’s Ministry – First Generation Assembly

Judgement – Will Believers be judged?

This study discusses why Believers are to be judged.

See pages 5 & 15. Judgement – First Generation Assembly

Judgement – Who will judge the dead?

This study discusses the role of the Judge.

See page 14. Judgement – First Generation Assembly

Lamb’s Book of Life – what is it?

This study discusses the use of the Book and who is in it and who is not.

See page 20. Salvation – First Generation Assembly

Last Supper – when did it take place?

See page 15. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Law – is it right to obey the Mosaic laws?

This study discusses the role of Torah today.

See all study. Commandments – First Generation Assembly

Lord’s Day – when is this?

This study discusses the full spectrum of meanings for this phrase.

See page 6. The Seven Assemblies – Introduction – First Generation Assembly

Lottery- is this or gambling in moderation ok?

Any form of benefit from activity that tries to predict the future by speculation or chance must be considered as fortune-telling.

See pages 14 and 20. Angelology – First Generation Assembly

Man (Woman) – how was Man created?

Man and Woman was not created but formed by Yahuah `Elohiym.

See page 12. Spiritual Warfare – First Generation Assembly

See page 12. Nicolaitans – First Generation Assembly

Maryam – what was Mary’s (Maryam’s) relationship to Joseph (Yosip) when Jesus (Yahusha) was born?

The study looks at what betrothal meant in 1st. Century C.E.

See page 6. Women – First Generation Assembly

See page 7. The Seed – First Generation Assembly

Messiah – Who were the Messiah ben Joseph and the Messiah ben David?

This study discusses the two Messiah’s.

See page 5. The Seed – First Generation Assembly

Murder – Why was Abel killed?

This study discusses the cause of the first murder.

See page 4 Kayin and Hevel – First Generation Assembly

See page 3 One World Religion – First Generation Assembly

Nicolaitans – who or what were they?

This study charts the basis of the One World Church/Government from antediluvian times to the present.

See all study. Nicolaitans – First Generation Assembly

See page 6 One World Religion – First Generation Assembly

Noah – who was he?

This study discusses who Noach was.

See page 2. Noach – First Generation Assembly

Noah’s Ark – what was it?

This study discusses the building of the tayvah (ark).

See page 6. Noach – First Generation Assembly

Noah’s Ark – isn’t this just a toddler’s story for pre-schoolers?

This study discusses the greatest in-depth chronological account in ancient history.

See page 11. Noach – First Generation Assembly

One World Religion – what is this?

This study discusses the origins and development from Gan Eden to Rome.

See all study One World Religion – First Generation Assembly

Original sin – is this Biblical?

This study discusses this erroneous doctrine.

See page 6. Sin – First Generation Assembly

Pray – why should we do it?

This study discusses why we should pray; believers and un-Believers both.

See page 4. Prayer – First Generation Assembly

Prayer – how should we pray?

This study discusses the attitude (Page 7), the position (page 8) and the Master’s prayers (pages 8-9). Prayer – First Generation Assembly

Prayer – why does some prayer not get answered?

This study discusses what people think is prayer but is, in fact, not prayer (Page 4); patience as a requirement (page 10); common failings of Man (page 17). Prayer – First Generation Assembly

Punishment – are Believers punished?

This study discusses the difference between punishment and chastisement for correction.

See pages 5 & 15. Judgement – First Generation Assembly

This study discusses the different types and reasons for punishment.

See page 3. Punishment – First Generation Assembly

Punishment – what is it?

This study discusses the different types and reasons for punishment.

See page 3. Punishment – First Generation Assembly

Punishment – where will it take place?

This study will discuss temporary and eternal punishment.

See pages 6 & 9. Punishment – First Generation Assembly

See page 47. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Rapture – what and when is it?

The study discusses the correct term Snatching Away.

See page 1. End Times Part 3 – Snatching away – First Generation Assembly

Resurrection – when did it take place?

See page 42. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Revelation Churches – to whom were the letters addressed?

This study discusses the recipientsand numbers of the letters.

See page 5. The Seven Assemblies – Introduction – First Generation Assembly

Rewards – can Believers expect any rewards for doing what they should?

This study discusses both transient and eternal rerwards.

See page 10. Righteousness, Obedience and Rewards – First Generation Assembly

Salvation – what is it?

This study discusses both physical and spiritual salvation.

See page 8. Salvation – First Generation Assembly

Salvation – can it be lost?

The study discuses eternal salvation.

See page 7. Righteousness, Obedience and Rewards – First Generation Assembly

See page 12. Salvation – First Generation Assembly

Sarah – why was her name changed?

See page 8. Abrahamic Covenant – First Generation Assembly

Satan – who is he?

Most importantly, HaSatan (the Satan) is and IT and not a HE: a created being, not a person. The many names, titles and works are discussed and what Believers must do to counter its ways.

See pages 15-20. Angelology – First Generation Assembly

Satan – how can Believers combat the devil?

This study discusses the struggle with haSatan.

See page 1. Spiritual Warfare – First Generation Assembly

Seed – what is the importance of the woman’s seed?

This study discusses the theological and scientific significance of a woman’s seed.

See page 2. The Seed – First Generation Assembly

The Serpent – who or what was he/it?

This study discusses the Serpent in Gan Eden.

See page 1 One World Religion – First Generation Assembly

Sin – what is it?

This study discusses the concept of sin.

See pages 1, personal page 20 and national page 21. Sin – First Generation Assembly

Sin – is it really a bad thing?

This study discusses the consequences of sin.

See page 15. Sin – First Generation Assembly

Sin – how do we escape from the consequences of sin?

This study discusses the need for a Saviour/Redeemer.

See page 24. Sin – First Generation Assembly

Sin – why is there sin in the world?

This study discusses that only Yahuah `Elohiym knows the answer to this but also points to free-will and why it is so prolific.

See pages 11 & 12. Sin – First Generation Assembly

Soul – what does the Bible say about the human soul?

This study discusses the biblical meaning and differences between body, soul and spirit.

See page 12 & 13. Righteousness, Obedience and Rewards – First Generation Assembly

Spirit – what does the Bible say about the human spirit?

This study discusses the biblical meaning and differences between body, soul and spirit.

See page 12 & 13. Righteousness, Obedience and Rewards – First Generation Assembly

Strongholds – with what do Believers struggle?

This study discusses destroying strongholds.

See page 17. Spiritual Warfare – First Generation Assembly

Temple – why did it need cleansing?

See page 10. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Temple – must the Third Temple be built before the Great Tribulation?

This study discusses the requirements prior to Ya`akov’s Troubles (the Great Tribulation).

See page 5. End Times Part 4 – The Abomination – First Generation Assembly

Timing – how was time measured in the 1st. Century?

See page 51. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Tithing – is this a requirement in the New Testament?

This study discusses the what, when and where tithing is commanded.

See the whole study and in particular Page 2. Tithing – First Generation Assembly

Torah – what does Torah mean?

This study discusses the complete meaning of Torah.

See page 3. Commandments – First Generation Assembly

Tribulation – what and when is it?

The study explains the correct term Ya`akov’s Trouble.

See page 2. End Times Part 5 – Judgement – First Generation Assembly

Trial – was Jesus’ trial legal?

There were three trials prior to the Crucifixion.

See page 23. The Crucifixion – First Generation Assembly

Trinity – is the Trinity mentioned in the Bible?

The actual word Trinity is not in Scripture but must be carefully drawn out.

See whole study. Trinity – First Generation Assembly

Warfare – what do Believers battle against?

This study discusses spiritual warfare against haSatan, the flesh and strongholds.

See all the study. Spiritual Warfare – First Generation Assembly

Women – aren’t all religions misogynistic. having an all-male structure?

FGA does not aim to comment on other religions. However, the study does consider a woman’s status in Scripture.

See whole study. Women – First Generation Assembly

Women – was Eve the first woman?

The study looks at Creation of Woman.

See pages 2-4. Women – First Generation Assembly

Women – can women be bishops?

The study looks at the role of women in the Renewed Covenant (New Testament) society,

See page 12. Women – First Generation Assembly

Ya`akob’s Trouble – what are they?

The study explains this term commonly called the Great Tribulation.

Yom Kippur – what is this?

This study discusses the significance of Yom HaKippurim – Day of Atonements.

See page 3. Fall Feasts – First Generation Assembly