Read John 14:22-24. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 22 Then Judas (not Judas Iscariot) said, “But, Lord, why do you intend to show yourself to us and not to the world?” 23 Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 14:22-24” »
Author: Kingston Tong
Thank you for the distinction question of Bible and Scripture, “What are the differences between a Bible and a scripture?” Here are three differences between a Bible and a Scripture for one’s consideration: A. The word, Bible, refers to the whole of Scripture while a scripture may refer to a passage or a verse within the … Read More “Question: What are the differences between a Bible and a scripture?” »
Thank you for the question on the Bible and us, “Why are many educated people looking into the Bible, and should what it says about the creator matter to us and our loved ones?” Whether one is more educated or less educated, every human being ponders about life. The poor people wonder about the continuous struggle … Read More “Question: Why are many educated people looking into the Bible, and should what it says about the creator matter to us and our loved ones?” »
Thank you for the question on reading the Bible, “Is it acceptable for a Christian to read only the New Testament?” The answer is clear to any Christian. It is not acceptable for a Christian to read only the New Testament. Reading the New Testament is like reading the last chapter of the book. The … Read More “Question: Is it acceptable for a Christian to read only the New Testament?” »
Thank you for the question on the earliest Hebrew manuscripts, “What are the earliest manuscripts for the Hebrew Bible?” The earliest least uncontested Hebrew manuscripts is the Dead Sea Scrolls dating to the 2nd or 1st BCE. Prior to the discovery of the Dead Sea Scroll, the earliest scroll is the Nash Papyrus, dating 2nd BCE and contains … Read More “Question: What are the earliest manuscripts for the Hebrew Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on mental illness, “Is it wrong to take medication for your mental illness as a Christian? Does this mean my faith is weak? Should I try to find natural remedies instead?“ Jesus said, “I come that you may have life and life more abundantly.” but many Christians ask themselves, “Why am … Read More “Question: Is it wrong to take medication for your mental illness as a Christian? Does this mean my faith is weak? Should I try to find natural remedies instead?” »
Thank you for the question on assurance of salvation, “Why are so many people on Quora saying that you can lose your salvation when the Bible says otherwise?” The reason why individuals say that one can lose one’s salvation is that there is a failure to distinguish between relationship and fellowship with God. Relationship has to … Read More “Question: Why are so many people on Quora saying that you can lose your salvation when the Bible says otherwise?” »
Thank you for the question on church practices, “Why are the practices of today’s churches different from that of the early church in the Bible?” In Acts 2, the text states what the early church practiced following the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The text says this, “42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to … Read More “Question: Why are the practices of today’s churches different from that of the early church in the Bible?” »
Read John 14:15-21. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 15 “If you love me, keep my commands. 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth. The world … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 14:15-21” »
Thank you for the question on belief of Exodus 21:22–25, “How many people still believe in the Exodus 21:22–25 that is in the Bible?” The number of people who still believe or affirm equal justice is 100%. Exodus 21:21–25 is the heart for equal justice under the law. In the heart of every victim, there is … Read More “Question: How many people still believe in the Exodus 21:22–25 that is in the Bible?” »