Author: Kingston Tong

Question: Do you know someone who feels their work is a calling or a passion, that their whole identity is wrapped up in their profession? Are they happy and enjoy what they do?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on passion and identity, “Do you know someone who feels their work is a calling or a passion, that their whole identity is wrapped up in their profession? Are they happy and enjoy what they do? I would think that many people are passionate about what they do each day in … Read More “Question: Do you know someone who feels their work is a calling or a passion, that their whole identity is wrapped up in their profession? Are they happy and enjoy what they do?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:13-19

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 17: 13-19.  Circle the word(s)that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 20 “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, 21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:13-19” »

Question: Who taught Apostle Paul the scriptures?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the Apostle Paul, “Who taught Apostle Paul the scriptures?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. Saul of Tarsus learned the Old Testament Scriptures under the teachers of Israel. As one reads the Book of Acts, Luke records that Saul of Tarsus was trained in the Law. Paul says … Read More “Question: Who taught Apostle Paul the scriptures?” »

Question: When you read what Simon requested in Acts 8:24, did Peter do what was asked of him?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question, “When you read what Simon requested in Acts 8:24, did Peter do what was asked of him?” (NIV). Acts 8 says this, “ 8 When Simon saw that the Spirit was given at the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money 19 and said, “Give me also this ability … Read More “Question: When you read what Simon requested in Acts 8:24, did Peter do what was asked of him?” »

Question: What does the Bible say about eternal life?

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Theology

Thank you for the question on eternal life, “What does the Bible say about eternal life?” The common misconception about eternal life is duration of time. Eternal life is much more than the quantity of time but the quality of time. Eternal life entering a relationship with God that enables a person to enjoy the person … Read More “Question: What does the Bible say about eternal life?” »

Question: If one stays home on Sunday listens to preaching on TV and reads the Bible can that be considered the same as going to church on Sundays?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on worship, “If one stays home on Sunday listens to preaching on TV and reads the Bible can that be considered the same as going to church on Sundays?” Yes, one can consider listening to preaching on TV and reading the Word as going to church on Sundays. The central question … Read More “Question: If one stays home on Sunday listens to preaching on TV and reads the Bible can that be considered the same as going to church on Sundays?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:13-19

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 17:13-19.  Circle the word(s) that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 13 “I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them. 14 I have given them … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:13-19” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:9-12

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 17:9-12.  Circle the word(s) that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 9 I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours. 10 All I have is yours, and all you have is mine. And glory … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:9-12” »

Question: What do ‘debt’ and ‘debtor’ mean when used in the Lord’s Prayer?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on debt and debtor in Matthew 6:12 The Greek word for debt is οφειλετης (opheiletes). This is the noun form. It means a debtor; someone who owes. It has the idel of someone who sold or borrowed against something in which that borrower couldn’t delivered. It’s liken to an … Read More “Question: What do ‘debt’ and ‘debtor’ mean when used in the Lord’s Prayer?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:6-8

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 17:6-8.  Circle the word(s) that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 6 “I have revealed you to those whom you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me and they have obeyed your word. 7 Now they know that everything you have … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 17:6-8” »