Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on Matthew 6:12–15, “What are your thoughts on the Bible verses Matthew 6:12-15?” As one looks at the context of Matthew 6–8, Jesus is declaring the Kingdom values to his followers. The Kingdom values reflect the heart of the person. Jesus warns his followers not to practice acts of righteousness before … Read More “What are your thoughts on the Bible verses Matthew 6:12-15?” »
Thank you for the question on election and missions, “How can you reconcile the doctrine of biblical election and the mandate of mission?” The doctrine of Biblical Election is part of God’s mysterious plan. God knows the beginning and the end. He is the Creator God of the Universe and everything in it. Since God is … Read More “How can you reconcile the doctrine of biblical election and the mandate of mission?” »
Thank you for the question on the prolong lifespan listed in the Bible, “Are there any theories on the meaning of the extremely long lifespans listed in the Bible (for example, Adam is said to have lived over 900 years)?” There are basically two positions on the age of humans before the Flood, if one believes … Read More “Are there any theories on the meaning of the extremely long lifespans listed in the Bible (for example, Adam is said to have lived over 900 years)?” »
Thank you for the question of the distinctive of Exodus 20 in comparison to other books in the Old Testament, “What is the distinction of Exodus chapter 20 among other books in Exodus Ace?” For one’s consideration of the distinctiveness of Exodus, I suggest the following for one’s consideration: A. Exodus 20 is the only time … Read More “What is the distinction of Exodus chapter 20 among other books in Exodus Ace?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on John 4:1–2, “In the gospel of John 4:1-2, do we have any information regarding the nature, import, or process of the baptisms they would have conducted?” As one reads about John the Baptist, one can glean about the nature and process of the baptism of John and by the … Read More “In the gospel of John 4:1-2, do we have any information regarding the nature, import, or process of the baptisms they would have conducted?” »
Thank you for the question regarding the Torah/Law, “Was there a confession in the Torah before Leviticus?” If I am not mistaken, most readers of this question would be puzzled by the above question since the Book of Leviticus is part of the Torah or the Law. It appears that one is making a distinction … Read More “Was there a confession in the Torah before Leviticus?” »
Thank you for the question of age limits to enter heaven or hell, “What is the age limit to enter heaven or hell in different scriptures?” The answer which I am suggesting is my own observation of the Scriptures. It does not represent other Christians or churches. As one reads the Scriptures, there is no one … Read More “What is the age limit to enter heaven or hell in different scriptures?” »
Thanks for the question on my favorite books from the Old Testament that are most instructive. Having just read through the Old Testament, Numbers and Ezra-Nehemiah were most instructive for me. Numbers reminds me that I am like the Jews who grumbled and complained to God when things just doesn’t go the way that I … Read More “What are your favorite books from the Old Testament that are the most instructive?” »
Thank you for the question on End Times Prophecies being or have been fulfilled, “What are all the correct end time predictions the Bible has made so far?” As I read the above question, the question is fraught with dangers with the words, “all”, “correct”, and “made so far.” It presumes that the writers know everything … Read More “What are all the correct end time predictions the Bible has made so far?” »
Thank you for the question, “Does the Bible support animal sacrifices?” In our modern 21st century custom and practices, the idea of animal sacrifices may seem cruel and barbaric. Could God asked for some other form of offering or worship of himself? Yes, one can conjecture that God could have asked for plants, fruits, or a … Read More “Does the Bible support animal sacrifices?” »