Author: Kingston Tong

Question: Were the lineages of Joseph and Mary found in the oldest available copy of the Old Testament? Were they included by the New Testament scribes to further build on the birth of Christ and the Christmas story?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on lineage, “Were the lineages of Joseph and Mary found in the oldest available copy of the Old Testament? Were they included by the New Testament scribes to further build on the birth of Christ and the Christmas story?” I appreciate the question about the lineage of Joseph and Mary. The … Read More “Question: Were the lineages of Joseph and Mary found in the oldest available copy of the Old Testament? Were they included by the New Testament scribes to further build on the birth of Christ and the Christmas story?” »

Question: If all languages are virtual, is there something to God confusing them at the tower of Babel and what happened at Pentecost (Genesis 11:9, Acts 2:6)?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question regarding the Tower of Babel and the Day of Pentecost, “If all languages are virtual, is there something to God confusing them at the tower of Babel and what happened at Pentecost (Genesis 11:9, Acts 2:6)?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. The Tower of Babel is a time … Read More “Question: If all languages are virtual, is there something to God confusing them at the tower of Babel and what happened at Pentecost (Genesis 11:9, Acts 2:6)?” »

Question: “Is it a sin to say that the Bible is not the Word of God?”

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Christian Living

Thank you for your question on the Bible, “Is it a sin to say that the Bible is not the Word of God?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: 1. It is expected of a person who is NOT a Christian to say that the Bible is not the Word of God. To that person, … Read More “Question: “Is it a sin to say that the Bible is not the Word of God?”” »

Question: “Who first received the gospel?”

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New Testament

Thank you for the question, “Who first received the gospel?” As one reads the Gospels and Acts, there are two persons who may be considered the first to receive the Gospel: A. It can be Zechariah, the father of John. The angel gave Zechariah the message of the Good News. In Luke 1, it says this, “6 … Read More “Question: “Who first received the gospel?”” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 6:30-40

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 6:30-40. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 30 So they asked him, “What sign then will you give that we may see it and believe you? What will you do? 31 Our ancestors ate the manna in the wilderness; as it is written: ‘He … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 6:30-40” »

Question: We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. Hebrews 2:1, NIV. What does this mean? Drift away to where?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the interpretation question, “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. Hebrews 2:1, NIV. What does this mean? Drift away to where?” Here are some thoughts for one’s considerations: A. Definition of Drift. The Greek word is “pararheo” which literally means … Read More “Question: We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. Hebrews 2:1, NIV. What does this mean? Drift away to where?” »

Question: What will you do if you pastor begins to claim that he is another Jesus?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on heresy, “What will you do if you pastor begins to claim that he is another Jesus?” This is what I will do according Matthew 18: “5 “If your brother or sister[b] sins,[c] go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you … Read More “Question: What will you do if you pastor begins to claim that he is another Jesus?” »

Question: Why did God send Moses to Egypt to free Israel?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question about Moses, “Why did God send Moses to Egypt to free Israel?” The Scriptures does not state the exact reason why God chose Moses to free the Israelites from Egypt. For one’s consideration, here are some thoughts as to the reason why God chose Moses to free the Israelites: A. God … Read More “Question: Why did God send Moses to Egypt to free Israel?” »

Question: What does it mean in Christianity when it says in the Bible that “So now, kill all the boys, as well as every woman who has had relations with a man, but spare for yourselves every girl who has never had relations with a man.” [Numbers 31:18]?

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Christian Living, Old Testament

Thank you for the biblical question on Numbers 31:18 as it applies to Christianity. The citation of Numbers 31:18 does NOT apply to Christianity. That command of God was given to the nation of Israel in their conquest of the Promised Land. It would be equally mistaken to think that Christians have to bring an … Read More “Question: What does it mean in Christianity when it says in the Bible that “So now, kill all the boys, as well as every woman who has had relations with a man, but spare for yourselves every girl who has never had relations with a man.” [Numbers 31:18]?” »

Question: Where do you find all 613 commandments of Moses?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the commandments of Moses, “Where do you find all 613 commandments of Moses?” I heartedly agree with another respondent in giving the 613 as numbered by the Jewish scribes. The citation is accepted by me. https://www.jmu.edu/dukehallgallery/exhibitions-past-2018-2019/the-613-mitzvot.shtml Of course, one can do an in-depth study of the Law to see how … Read More “Question: Where do you find all 613 commandments of Moses?” »