Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question, “Why would I post the same scripture and get 5 different opinions?” The primary reason is that readers are reading their theological teaching of their pastor’s or someone they admire to the interpretation of the biblical text. To be honest, we all have our theological bias. It is challenging to set … Read More “Question: Why would I post the same scripture and get 5 different opinions?” »
Thank you for the question on Luke, “Did Luke, the Greek Gentile influence the Apostle Paul?” The Scripture is mostly silent about the Apostle Paul’s traveling companion, Luke. Luke was a physician. Colossians 4 says this about Luke, “4 Our dear friend Luke, the doctor, and Demas send greetings” (NIV). II Timothy 4 says this about Luke, 11 Only … Read More “Question: Did Luke, the Greek Gentile influence the Apostle Paul?” »
Thank you for the question on the Beatitude, “According to Matthews 5:5, how can the meek inherit the earth?” (NIV). The text says this: “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration on how the meek inherit the earth: A. Jesus gives the description of a person who … Read More “Question: According to Matthews 5:5, how can the meek inherit the earth?” »
Thank you for the comparative question between the Quran and the Bible, “Is the Quran more progressive than the Bible?” Here are some thoughts on the comparative question between the Quran and the Bible: A. The Quran is more progressive in that it was written later while the Bible is written earlier. The Quran is written … Read More “Question: Is the Quran more progressive than the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on time to repent, “Biblically speaking: Why do some children (both young and older) live past their parents even if they’ve been disrespectful for whatever and however long? Is it punishment once their parents passed that they lost a chance to repent?” It is commonly expected that children will outlive their … Read More “Question: Biblically speaking: Why do some children (both young and older) live past their parents even if they’ve been disrespectful for whatever and however long? Is it punishment once their parents passed that they lost a chance to repent?” »
Thank you for the question on the Apostle Paul’s travel, “Where did Paul go after leaving Athens?” I am uncertain as to the purpose of the question since Acts 18:1 states that Paul went to Corinth after leaving Athens. If there is something more to you question, please let the readers know. Thanks. The earlier context … Read More “Question: Where did Paul go after leaving Athens?” »
Thank you for the question about Nihilism, “Is the book Ecclesiastes advocating nihilism?” Merriam-Webster defines Nihilism as a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless Nihilism is a condition in which all ultimate values lose their value.— Ronald H. Nash. b : a doctrine that denies any objective ground … Read More “Question: Is the book Ecclesiastes advocating nihilism?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on III John 1:7, “In 3 John 1:7, what is meant by “because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.”? As one reads the broader context of verse 7, the text says this, “5 Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for … Read More “Question: In 3 John 1:7, what is meant by “because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.”?” »
Thank you for the question on the Scriptures, “Have we yet reach any point where humanity has proven the Bible wrong in some way, shape, or form, or have we found anything that’s altered the way we view the Bible now?” The question is basically asking is there anything to disprove the Scripture. The answer to … Read More “Question: Have we yet reach any point where humanity has proven the Bible wrong in some way, shape, or form, or have we found anything that’s altered the way we view the Bible now?” »
Thank you for the question on comprehension of the Bible, “This might be a bad idea, but does anyone know where to take a thorough course on the Bible in the original languages? I’m confused about some things in the world based on my current understanding of scripture and want to understand.” If one wants to … Read More “Question: This might be a bad idea, but does anyone know where to take a thorough course on the Bible in the original languages? I’m confused about some things in the world based on my current understanding of scripture and want to understand.” »