Category: Questions & Answers

Among the synoptic gospels, why was the gospel of Matthew canonized first before the Gospel of Mark?

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New Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question on canonization of Matthew, “Among the synoptic gospels, why was the gospel of Matthew canonized first before the Gospel of Mark?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration as to the reasons why the Gospel of Matthew was canonized first in the Gospels: A. Among the synoptic Gospels, Matthew is recognized … Read More “Among the synoptic gospels, why was the gospel of Matthew canonized first before the Gospel of Mark?” »

What was really Esau’s main crime that made God actually pronounce His resentment for him according to Mal 1:3 and Rom 9:13?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the biblical question, “What was really Esau’s main crime that made God actually pronounce His resentment for him according to Mal 1:3 and Rom 9:13?” The citation of Malachi 1:3 and Romans 9:13 declares that God loved Jacob but hate Esau. It seems unfair that God loved one over another as if Esau … Read More “What was really Esau’s main crime that made God actually pronounce His resentment for him according to Mal 1:3 and Rom 9:13?” »

Was Ishmael the father of Israelites?

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Old Testament

In responding to this question, I am giving my understanding on this difficult question. My viewpoint doesn’t represent other Christians, church or denomination whether Ishmael is the father of the Israelites. From a cultural viewpoint, Ishmael is the firstborn of Abraham. Hagar was elevated from concubine to one of the wives of Abraham. If Hagar … Read More “Was Ishmael the father of Israelites?” »

What Bible stories could be made into rich, thought-provoking movies?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on biblical stories that can be made into rich, thought-provoking movies? There are many films and movies that are already made of Bible characters from Noah, Joseph, The Exodus, Esther, King David, Jesus, and The Tribulation. There are Bible study guides on nearly every subject/topics. What would be interesting to … Read More “What Bible stories could be made into rich, thought-provoking movies?” »

Does Philippians 1:15-18 relate to today’s way of preaching? Should it not matter as long as Christ is being proclaimed?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on preaching Christ. Here are some thoughts for your consideration: A. The motivation of preaching the Gospel of salvation. The Apostle Paul recognized that some followers of Jesus Christ proclaimed the Gospel of salvation from selfish motives. Although he doesn’t state their motives, one can surmise that there are individuals … Read More “Does Philippians 1:15-18 relate to today’s way of preaching? Should it not matter as long as Christ is being proclaimed?” »

Mathew 24:36 states that no one knows when the Second Coming is. Mathew 24:5 (and another verse I’m still looking for) say that those who claim to know are wrong. How does this not completely discredit John of Patmos?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question about the Second Coming of Christ. Here are some thoughts why John of Patmos doesn’t contradict the words in Matthew 24:36: A. John of Patmos recorded the vision that was revealed to him by the resurrected Jesus. The vision didn’t originate with him. B. The recorded vision was an expansion … Read More “Mathew 24:36 states that no one knows when the Second Coming is. Mathew 24:5 (and another verse I’m still looking for) say that those who claim to know are wrong. How does this not completely discredit John of Patmos?” »

Who wrote the Ten Commandments for the first time?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the authorship of the Ten Commandments. Modern scholars attribute the Torah to different authors as the JEDP Theory. For one’s consideration that the author is God who verbalized the Ten Commandments and Moses wrote the words down in the Book of the Covenant. A. The Ten Commandments were first … Read More “Who wrote the Ten Commandments for the first time?” »

With hundreds of contradictions, how can anyone believe anything the Bible says?

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The Bible

Thank you for your question on contradictions in the Bible. I would appreciate if you would cite one or two of the most egregious contradictions of the Bible and how they are contradictory in your viewpoint. This may allow readers to agree or disagree with your viewpoint. I hope this is not asking too much … Read More “With hundreds of contradictions, how can anyone believe anything the Bible says?” »

If Abraham believed that God expected him to sacrifice Isaac, why did Abraham tell Isaac “The Lord will provide”? If Abraham knew how it would turn out, how was it a test of his faith?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question, “If Abraham believed that God expected him to sacrifice Isaac, why did Abraham tell Isaac “The Lord will provide”? If Abraham knew how it would turn out, how was it a test of his faith?” As one reads Genesis 22, God commanded Abraham to sacrifice him on the mountain that he … Read More “If Abraham believed that God expected him to sacrifice Isaac, why did Abraham tell Isaac “The Lord will provide”? If Abraham knew how it would turn out, how was it a test of his faith?” »

How were the books in the Bible chosen?

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The Bible

Thank you for the question on canonicity of the Bible. Since l have addressed this question on other occasions, here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. The authorship of the scroll or text. The priests and scribes preserved the Old Testament Scriptures based on the oral tradition that the writer of that scroll was … Read More “How were the books in the Bible chosen?” »