Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the Bible question, “Why do people swear on a Bible when the Bible itself tells us not to swear by anything in Heaven or on Earth?” Here are some thoughts of why a person swear on a Bible: A. A person swears on the Bible in acknowledgement that s/he is under the authority … Read More “Why do people swear on a Bible when the Bible itself tells us not to swear by anything in Heaven or on Earth?” »
The word, separate, means to divide, to have a gulf in between. In other words, there is a wide gap that one is walking one direction and the other party is walking in the opposite direction. There is the lack of agreement or oneness. As one reads Isaiah 59, here are some thoughts for one’s … Read More “What does it mean in Isaiah 59:2 that sins separate us from God?” »
Hebrews 6 is a difficult passage to interpret for there are various Biblical and theological positions on the chapter. Thus I am sharing my understanding of the text, realizing others Christians may have a different view. This is for your consideration. The overall context is that the writer is encouraging the believers to move beyond … Read More “What does ”Repentance from dead works’ ‘ (Hebrews 6:1) really mean?” »
Here are some thoughts for your consideration as why the Angel of the LORD commanded Hagar to submit to Sarai. A. The role of Hagar within Abram’s family was a handmaid to Sarai (Gen. 16:2). Hagar was a purchased Egyptian maid. She was in bondage before Abram purchased her. Abram gave Hagar to his wife, … Read More “Why did the Angel of the Lord demand that Hagar return to Sarai (Genesis 16: 9) if she mistreated Hagar (Genesis 16: 6)?” »
Thank you for the question on the Book of Lamentation, “Why was the Book of Lamentations included in the Old Testament? What is the significance of the book of lamentations?” As I was reading again the Introductions to the Book of Lamentation in the NIV, I found the Introduction very helpful and good reminder of the … Read More “Why was the Book of Lamentations included in the Old Testament? What is the significance of the book of lamentations?” »
Thank you for the question on Hagar’s submission to Sarai, “Why did the Angel of the Lord demand that Hagar return to Sarai (Genesis 16: 9) if she mistreated Hagar (Genesis 16: 6)?” Here are some thoughts for your consideration as why the Angel of the LORD commanded Hagar to submit to Sarai. A. The role … Read More “Why did the Angel of the Lord demand that Hagar return to Sarai (Genesis 16: 9) if she mistreated Hagar (Genesis 16: 6)?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on Hebrews 6:1, “What does ”Repentance from dead works’ ‘ (Hebrews 6:1) really mean?” Hebrews 6 is a difficult passage to interpret for there are various Biblical and theological positions on the chapter. Thus I am sharing my understanding of the text, realizing others Christians may have a different view. … Read More “What does ”Repentance from dead works’ ‘ (Hebrews 6:1) really mean?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “What does it mean in Isaiah 59:2 that sins separate us from God?” The word, separate, means to divide, to have a gulf in between. In other words, there is a wide gap that one is walking one direction and the other party is walking in the opposite direction. There … Read More “What does it mean in Isaiah 59:2 that sins separate us from God?” »
Thank you for the question of the historicity and application of Bible events, “Why do the stories from the Bible feel like fairy tales? Why don’t we see God move the similar way he did in the Bible?” The question posed to readers is a valid one. There are many Christians and non-Christians wonder about the … Read More “Why do the stories from the Bible feel like fairy tales? Why don’t we see God move the similar way he did in the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on the cultural influence on Bible writers, “To what extent do you think the mores, culture, and the world view of the ancient biblical writers colors the Bible’s morality? How does one put that into context for modern believer?” As one reads the Old Testament and New Testament, the Scriptures are … Read More “To what extent do you think the mores, culture, and world view of the ancient biblical writers colors the Bible’s morality? How does one put that into context for modern believers?” »