Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on Christopher Hitchens’ video on Christianity, “Is it possible to have faith in Christianity after watching this video of Christopher Hitchens?” I have watched the video and I am still a Christian. To be fair and balance one should watch a debate between a Christian apologists and Atheists to hear and … Read More “Is it possible to have faith in Christianity after watching this video of Christopher Hitchens?” »
Thank you for the question on furthering or earning a second degree in theology, “How are the prospects of taking theology as a second degree?” The prospect for someone to earn a MA, M’Div, or Ph’d in Bible or theology is readily offered by seminaries to the public. The critical questions are two fold: Why does … Read More “How are the prospects of taking theology as a second degree?” »
Thank you for the question on formation of the sun and earth, “Are Bible critics wrong when they criticize the fact that earth formed before the sun?” If I may added to the discussion since other respondents have answered the question. A. The age of the Universe and the Earth. Bible scholars debate on the interpretation … Read More “Are Bible critics wrong when they criticize the fact that earth formed before the sun?” »
Thank you for the question on hearing prayers, “Mary cannot hear your prayers. Can you prove me wrong?” The question being posed appears to be adversary in nature, to prove me wrong. Each person will stand the Lord and give an account of one’s attitudes and actions. Within the Christian faith, one seeks harmony, not dispute, … Read More “Mary cannot hear your prayers. Can you prove me wrong?” »
Thank you for the question on dreams, “I’m a senior Pastor in my church, I had a dream and in the dream a Pastor came and anoint my lips and forehead. What does it mean?” I would freely admit that I am not a prophet nor a son of a prophet. Thus my comments are from … Read More “I’m a senior Pastor in my church, I had a dream and in the dream a Pastor came and anoint my lips and forehead. What does it mean?” »
Thank you for the question about Ravi Zacharias, “What do you think of Ravi Zacharias owning a massage parlor?” I read briefly reports that Ravi Zacharias had invested into a massage parlor. The ownership of a spa or massage parlor is not immoral in itself depending on whether it was a genuine spa or a disguise … Read More “What do you think of Ravi Zacharias owning a massage parlor?” »
Thank you for your question on the Middle East, “Does the Bible say anything about their not being peace in the Middle East until Gods second coming? Does that mean that the Abraham Accords are a sign that the antichrist/second coming are getting closer?” The Scriptures seem to imply that there will not be any lasting … Read More “Does the Bible say anything about their not being peace in the Middle East until Gods second coming? Does that mean that the Abraham Accords are a sign that the antichrist/second coming are getting closer?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question, “What does the word “Selah” in the Bible mean?” According to the Introduction to the Book of Psalms, the word, “selah” is used 39 times in the Psalms. As one reads the Psalms, the word, “selah” is found in the first three sections of the Psalms before 90 and … Read More “What does the word ‘Selah’ in the Bible mean?” »
Thank you for the question on the translation of the Bible, “Can you truly understand the Bible from its translated form?” If I may express an opinion here that even if one was raised speaking Hebrew and Greek, there will always be a translation from Hebrew and Greek into another language. There are nuances and interpretative … Read More “Can you truly understand the Bible from its translated form?” »
Thank you for the question on confession, “What are the scriptural points on both sides of confession of sin in general like Lutherans believe versus confession by actually enumerating individual sins to God like evangelicals believe? Confession is defined as naming that sin or admitting the wrong attitude or action before God. The verses are as … Read More “What are the scriptural points on both sides of confession of sin in general like Lutherans believe versus confession by actually enumerating individual sins to God like evangelicals believe?” »