How does the practice of "Urim and Thummin" in the Old Testament differ from forbidden practices of divination?

How do you describe one's sin nature? How do we inherit this nature? In what ways are we sinners?

Bible sacrifices can be placed into several categories: Old Testament animal sacrifices, the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, and the spiritual sacrifices made by New Testament believers.

The Bible says that if any have not the spirit of Christ, he is none of His. In the Old Testament, the spirit of God would come upon a man and leave him. How can an Old Testament person be regenerated by the Spirit if this is so?

Which books in the Bible are called "The Law"? Which are called "The Prophets"?

I know King Saul committed suicide and King Solomon worshipped idols, so are they in hell?

Do you know of any passages in the bible which state that God demands righteousness from all people or does the Bible make a distinction between righteousness required by the world at large and that required by God's children?

What does having the favor of God mean?

Does the soul just go to sleep after death awaiting the return of the Lord?

What are some of the common characteristics and distinctions of salvation throughout the ages? Is there a connection between the new covenant and the new birth?