Author: Kingston Tong

What is the chapter and verse of the New Testament that commands people against polygamous marriage?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on polygamy, “What is the chapter and verse of the New Testament that commands people against polygamous marriage?” As one reads the Old Testament and the New Testament, one must remember that God gave his words or didn’t restrict his words through progressive revelation. In a very broad sense, God allowed … Read More “What is the chapter and verse of the New Testament that commands people against polygamous marriage?” »

Has an Arabic inscription been found under the Tower of David?

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Thank you for the question on the Arabic inscription on the Tower of David, “Has an Arabic inscription been found under the Tower of David?” In reading an article which I included in this reply, there is no reason to doubt the authenticity of this finding during the Medieval Period. The relationship between Muslims, Christians, and … Read More “Has an Arabic inscription been found under the Tower of David?” »

Is it possible that Joshua would have unofficially begun the time of the judges in ancient Israel upon entering the promised land?

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Old Testament

Thank you for your biblical question, “Is it possible that Joshua would have unofficially begun the time of the judges in ancient Israel upon entering the promised land?” It is possible that the time of the judges could have begun at the end of Joshua rule, but unlikely at the beginning of the Israelites entering the … Read More “Is it possible that Joshua would have unofficially begun the time of the judges in ancient Israel upon entering the promised land?” »

Why did God promise Abraham the whole of Egypt in Genesis 15 and only Canaan in Genesis 17?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the biblical question on the land promised by God to Abraham, “Why did God promise Abraham the whole of Egypt in Genesis 15 and only Canaan in Genesis 17?” It may appear that God promise Abraham the whole land of Egypt, but Genesis 15 excludes the land of Egypt. Genesis 15 says this, “When … Read More “Why did God promise Abraham the whole of Egypt in Genesis 15 and only Canaan in Genesis 17?” »

Whoever is born of the flesh is flesh yet whoever is born of the Spirit is spirit (John 3:1-15). If the Son of God became flesh then how could He have returned to Heaven?

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New Testament

Thank you for biblical question, “Whoever is born of the flesh is flesh yet whoever is born of the Spirit is spirit (John 3:1-15). If the Son of God became flesh then how could He have returned to Heaven?” John 3 speaks of the need of spiritual birth, not just a physical birth. Without a … Read More “Whoever is born of the flesh is flesh yet whoever is born of the Spirit is spirit (John 3:1-15). If the Son of God became flesh then how could He have returned to Heaven?” »

Why do priests/pastors get upset when someone asks how we know God exists? Is it because, deep down, they know there’s no way to prove it?

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Thank you for the question on God’s existence, “Why do priests/pastors get upset when someone asks how we know God exists? Is it because, deep down, they know there’s no way to prove it?” For one’s consideration, may I share a perspective on one’s question: A. No human being including a pastor/priest can demand that appear … Read More “Why do priests/pastors get upset when someone asks how we know God exists? Is it because, deep down, they know there’s no way to prove it?” »

Which apostles wrote the Bible?

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New Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question on the human authorship of the Bible, “Which apostles wrote the Bible?” The Apostle Paul writes that it is the Holy Spirit who inspired the writers of Scripture, being under his influence and direction. The Apostle Peter affirms in his letter that no prophesy came about by the writer’s themselves. As … Read More “Which apostles wrote the Bible?” »

Why are the stories in the Bible taken literally by some people, when if they were written today, they would be immediately understood as fiction?

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Thank you for the question on biblical events, “Why are the stories in the Bible taken literally by some people, when if they were written today, they would be immediately understood as fiction?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration, A. The Bible states that the events were witnessed by individuals. The Apostle John wrote in … Read More “Why are the stories in the Bible taken literally by some people, when if they were written today, they would be immediately understood as fiction?” »

How do I explain to a young believer that the Holy Trinity is one God in three persons and not the worship of three different gods?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the theological question on the Trinity, “How do I explain to a young believer that the Holy Trinity is one God in three persons and not the worship of three different gods?” Here are some thoughts for one consideration in explaining the Godhead: A. I would explain that the term, trinity, is not … Read More “How do I explain to a young believer that the Holy Trinity is one God in three persons and not the worship of three different gods?” »

What kind of advice can we find in the Bible?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on the value of the Bible, “What kind of advice can we find in the Bible? As one reads the Bible as literature, one can find the following advices: A. Advice on One’s Self Worth. The person’s self worth is not based on one’s place of birth, performance, position or … Read More “What kind of advice can we find in the Bible?” »