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Is 2 Peter 3:10-12 biblical proof that the heavens and the elements will be no more on the last day?

April 22, 2021October 25, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

New Testament

Thank you for the biblical question, “Is 2 Peter 3:10-12 biblical proof that the heavens and the elements will be no more on the last day?” As one reads II Peter 3:10–12, one must be careful in using the term, “biblical proof.” As I understand the biblical text, the Scriptures do not state that there will … Read More “Is 2 Peter 3:10-12 biblical proof that the heavens and the elements will be no more on the last day?” »

Did Job love God with all his heart, mind soul and strength, if so, how?

April 17, 2021October 25, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

Old Testament

Thank you for the question, “Did Job love God with all his heart, mind soul and strength, if so, how?” As I read the Book of Job, Job had a great reverence of and for God. The only person who loved God with his/her total being is Jesus Christ. Job 1 says this about Job’s character, “In … Read More “Did Job love God with all his heart, mind soul and strength, if so, how?” »

Is the world coming to an end according to the Bible?

April 17, 2021October 25, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the End Times, “Is the world coming to an end according to the Bible?” If I may suggest that the signs of the world coming to an end would be based on the world events that sets the stage for the rise of the Antichrist. The revealing of the Antichrist … Read More “Is the world coming to an end according to the Bible?” »

Did original sin cause mankind to have Satan as their father? Is the meaning of life to open the door (quicken our spirit) and become righteous with God the Father?

April 13, 2021October 25, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

Theology, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on original sin, “Did original sin cause mankind to have Satan as their father? Is the meaning of life to open the door (quicken our spirit) and become righteous with God the Father?” The topic of original sin has been debated by theologians. There are two basic views: inherited sin nature … Read More “Did original sin cause mankind to have Satan as their father? Is the meaning of life to open the door (quicken our spirit) and become righteous with God the Father?” »

Why does the gospel tell us that we must endure trials with joy in James 1:2?

April 6, 2021October 25, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question, “Why does the gospel tell us that we must endure trials with joy in James 1:2?” James 1:21 does not say that believers are to endure trials with joy. James 1:21 says that believers are to view trials with joy. There is a difference between enduring trials and viewing trials with … Read More “Why does the gospel tell us that we must endure trials with joy in James 1:2?” »

What is an overseer in the church?

March 29, 2021October 26, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

Uncategorized

Thank you for the question, “What is an overseer in the church?” As the Apostle Paul formed house churches in various city, there was a need of a mature believer who can shepherd the people who came to that house church. This title or position was established for the church just as the Jews had a … Read More “What is an overseer in the church?” »

How did being born again change how you spend your time?

March 29, 2021October 26, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

Christian Living

Thank you for the question, “How did being born again change how you spend your time?” Being born again not only changed how I spend my time, but it change my life! It is not purely about amount of time one spends in certain activities, but a change attitude or heart toward the things of this … Read More “How did being born again change how you spend your time?” »

Which English version of the Bible has the best translation of the original text?

March 29, 2021October 26, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

The Bible

Thank you for the question, “Which English version of the Bible has the best translation of the original text?” For my own critical study of the New Testament, I used the NASB-NIV Parallel New Testament in Greek and English. It is an excellent book for one can read the translations of the Greek words as … Read More “Which English version of the Bible has the best translation of the original text?” »

Being born dead spirits (Rm 5:12-14) why is faith afterwards revealed (Gal 3:23)? How can a dead spirit (Rm 5:12-14) be saved by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8) when dead and faith is afterwards revealed?

March 28, 2021October 26, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the Biblical question, “Being born dead spirits (Rm 5:12-14) why is faith afterwards revealed (Gal 3:23)? How can a dead spirit (Rm 5:12-14) be saved by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8) when dead and faith is afterwards revealed?” Your astute observation and question is correct. A person with a dead spirit can’t by … Read More “Being born dead spirits (Rm 5:12-14) why is faith afterwards revealed (Gal 3:23)? How can a dead spirit (Rm 5:12-14) be saved by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8) when dead and faith is afterwards revealed?” »

What does it mean that God knows your heart (Luke 16:15)?

March 27, 2021October 26, 2021 Kingston Tong No Comments

New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on Luke 16:15, “What does it mean that God knows your heart (Luke 16:15)? As one reads this passage, some readers may be frightened by it or comforted by it. We have experienced being misunderstood or even being falsely accused of something, but in our own hearts that was not … Read More “What does it mean that God knows your heart (Luke 16:15)?” »