Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on understanding, “What does the Bible say understanding is based on?” As I thought about your question, a passage came to my mind that may help us gain insight to your question about understanding. I hope Isaiah 6 in the commissioning of Isaiah and the message that he was to proclaim … Read More “What does the Bible say understanding is based on?” »
Thank you for the question about diseases, “What does the Bible say causes disease?” As one reads Genesis 3, there are two primary causes of diseases. Those two causes are from the ground being cursed by God and the seed of death in humans. Can this be the beginning of mutations of DNA/RNA’s that allows for … Read More “What does the Bible say causes disease?” »
Thank you for the question on being right with God, “When you want to be right with God and do your spring cleaning, what would you do? Repentance, forgiveness, meditation, deliverance, prayer, break contracts, worship, and soak?” For a Christian, it is best to keep short accounts for one’s sin with God rather than wait for … Read More “When you want to be right with God and do your spring cleaning, what would you do? Repentance, forgiveness, meditation, deliverance, prayer, break contracts, worship, and soak?” »
Thank you for the question, “Is there any American who finds Trump’s pose with a Bible sincere?” As an American and as a Christian, one can’t judge the sincerity or motivation of a person. God will reveal President Trump motives in all of his decisions and actions just as God will reveal each person’s motive in … Read More “Is there any American who finds Trump’s pose with a Bible sincere?” »
Thank you for the question on foods and animals in heaven, “If there are no animals in heaven, how is there meat at the Marriage Supper of the Lamb?” As I think about the question, the Scriptures do not state that there are no animals in heaven. The implication of Scriptures is that there are animals … Read More “If there are no animals in heaven, how is there meat at the Marriage Supper of the Lamb?” »
Thank you for the question about space, “What does the Bible say about space?” As I read the various definition of space, generally speaking the definition is a good one. Wikipedia says this, “Space is the boundless three-dimensional extent in which objects and events have relative position and direction. Physical space is often conceived in three linear dimensions, although modern … Read More “What does the Bible say about space?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question, “What is the difference between a pastor, a apostle, and an evangelist?” As one thinks about this question, one may want to consider differentiating between the offices of pastor, apostle, and evangelist and the spiritual gift of pastor-teacher, apostle, and evangelist. The key passages for one to consider and study … Read More “What is the difference between a pastor, a apostle, and an evangelist?” »
Thank you for the question on understanding the parables, “How many non-saved people understand parables?” In our modern age of the easy access to books, recordings or videos, I believe that many non-saved individuals can read and understand the parables. If the parable was heard the first time without anyone explaining it, the listener will … Read More “How many non-saved people understand parables?” »
Thank you for the question on reading the Bible, “Do some people like to read the Bible because the stories there are so extraordinary?” I would agree with you that some people like to read the Bible the biblical account are so extraordinary. Within each person, especially Christians, that person desires to experience what the Spirit … Read More “Do some people like to read the Bible because the stories there are so extraordinary?” »
Thank you for the question on the meaning of everlasting in the Bible, “What does the word everlasting mean in the Bible?” If I may suggest a distinction between eternal and everlasting for one’s consideration. The word, eternal, reflects without beginning and end. It is continuous existence or self-existence. Only God is eternal as he has … Read More “What does the word everlasting mean in the Bible?” »