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Readers have highlighted the differences between Genesis 1 and Genesis 2. Among the differences are the creation account of Adam and Eve. Genesis 1 recorded that God made man and woman simultaneously (vs. 27), while Genesis 2 recorded that God made man before He made the woman (vs. 18). Both accounts can’t be correct. Are … Read More “Question: How does a Christian reconcile the two differing creation accounts of Adam and Eve in Genesis 1 and 2?” »
Thank you for Biblical question on I Peter 1:23, “What is eternal life according to 1 Peter 1:23?” Eternal life is being regenerated or born again out of an imperishable seed. The means or method of receiving the eternal life is through the Word of God. The NIV says this, “For you have been born again, … Read More “Question: What is eternal life according to 1 Peter 1:23?” »
Thank you for the question on the lineage of Laban to the Patriarch Abraham, “If the ancient Israelites could trace their roots back to father Abraham, what place would Jacob’s father-in-law Laban have had the lineage?” Here are two thoughts for one’s consideration in regards to the lineage of Laban to Abraham’s descendants: I. Considerations on … Read More “Question: If the ancient Israelites could trace their roots back to father Abraham, what place would Jacob’s father-in-law Laban have had the lineage?” »
Read John 7:25-29. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 25 At that point some of the people of Jerusalem began to ask, “Isn’t this the man they are trying to kill? 26 Here he is, speaking publicly, and they are not saying a word to him. … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 7:25-29” »
Thank you for the question on Jonah, “Was the fish that God sent to carry Jonah an angel?” As one reads the Book of Jonah, the fish is not an angel nor did an angel carry Jonah to safety. It is a literally a “ great fish” that God prepared to swallow Jonah. It’s a special … Read More “Question: Was the fish that God sent to carry Jonah an angel?” »
Thank you for the question about ridiculed, “What does the Bible say about being ridiculed?” Here are some thoughts on ridicule: A. The definition of ridicule. Ridicule is someone speaking in a contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior. Common synonyms of ridicule are deride, mock, and taunt. It is malicious belittling. It is related to bullying. B. … Read More “Question: What does the Bible say about being ridiculed?” »
Thank you for the question on not forsaking meeting together, “I’m told the Bible says not to forsake meeting together. Does the Bible allow for common sense if you know the people are unkind, judgmental, devious, and toxic to your soul?” Hebrews 10:24–25 says this, “24 And let us consider how we may spur one another on … Read More “Question: I’m told the Bible says not to forsake meeting together. Does the Bible allow for common sense if you know the people are unkind, judgmental, devious, and toxic to your soul?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on Matthew 19:9, “What does the colon in verse Matthew 19:9 in the Bible help further explain? Is it a general explanation or a situational explanation?” The punctuation marks in our English translation of the Bible are arbitrary as the translator(s) decide best how to interpret the text or convey … Read More “Question: What does the colon in verse Matthew 19:9 in the Bible help further explain? Is it a general explanation or a situational explanation?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question about John Mark, “Why did John Mark leave Paul and Barnabas while in Perga and went back to Jerusalem?” Acts 13 says this, “13 Now Paul and his companions set sail from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia. And John left them and returned to Jerusalem, 14 but they went … Read More “Question: Why did John Mark leave Paul and Barnabas while in Perga and went back to Jerusalem?” »
Read John 7:20-24. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 20 “You are demon-possessed,” the crowd answered. “Who is trying to kill you?” 21 Jesus said to them, “I did one miracle, and you are all amazed. 22 Yet, because Moses gave you circumcision (though actually it … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 7:20-24” »