Category: Questions & Answers

How do you feel about people who say Christianity was created by Paul and Jesus had no intentions of us worshiping him as God?

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New Testament, The Bible, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question about Apostle Paul and Jesus, “How do you feel about people who say Christianity was created by Paul and Jesus had no intentions of us worshiping him as God?” The individuals who believe that Paul created Christianity and Jesus had no intention of his followers to worship him as God are … Read More “How do you feel about people who say Christianity was created by Paul and Jesus had no intentions of us worshiping him as God?” »

What Bible is the easiest to read?

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The Bible

Thank you for the question, “What Bible is the easiest to read?” The answer to which version of the Bible is easiest to read would normally be a paraphrase version, a dynamic equivalent translation, and a literal translation of the Bible. A paraphrase version is a restatement of the meaning of a text in an expanded … Read More “What Bible is the easiest to read?” »

Regarding James 2:10, if one offense makes me guilty of all, then how can I not also be guilty of the sin of presumption, an unforgiveable sin?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on sinning against the Holy Spirit, “Regarding James 2:10, if one offense makes me guilty of all, then how can I not also be guilty of the sin of presumption, an unforgiveable sin?” A person can be guilty of breaking the Royal Law and not be guilty of sinning against the … Read More “Regarding James 2:10, if one offense makes me guilty of all, then how can I not also be guilty of the sin of presumption, an unforgiveable sin?” »

Why did Jesus curse the fig tree in Matthew 21:18-19?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question, “Why did Jesus curse the fig tree in Matthew 21:18–19?” As I read Matthew 21:18–19 again to refresh my memory of the context and the text, the reason why Jesus cursed the fig tree was to illustrate that the nation of Israel had all the appearances of being a fruitful … Read More “Why did Jesus curse the fig tree in Matthew 21:18-19?” »

Did Jesus call his disciples apostles?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question, “Did Jesus call his disciples apostles?” I may be wrong, but from my reading briefly over the Gospels, Jesus did not call the 12 disciples with the title apostles. In other words, Jesus did not say, “Apostle Peter” or “Apostle John.” Jesus was their teacher. They were his disciples or … Read More “Did Jesus call his disciples apostles?” »

How did Jesus save everyone by dying on the cross?

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New Testament, Theology

Thank you for the salvation question, “How did Jesus save everyone by dying on the cross?” The atoning death of Jesus Christ DOES NOT SAVE EVERYONE, but MAKES AVAILABLE God’s salvation to ANYONE who believes in his substitutionary death for him or her. This is an important distinction for the question being pose would inferred that everyone is saved and none … Read More “How did Jesus save everyone by dying on the cross?” »

What are your thoughts on the Bible verses Genesis 18:11-12?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on Genesis 18:11–12, “What are your thoughts on the Bible verses Genesis 18:11–12?” As one reads the broader context, this help us to understand the response of Sarah overhearing a conversation between Abraham and God. My thoughts on this passage are as follows.: A. Sarah may be saying, “God, … Read More “What are your thoughts on the Bible verses Genesis 18:11-12?” »

How many verses are in the Gospel of John?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the number of Bible verses in the Gospel of John, “How many verses are in the Gospel of John?” Bible titles, chapters and verses were added to help readers find that passage more quickly and easily. Can one imagine trying to find a verse in the Book of Isaiah! Paragraph … Read More “How many verses are in the Gospel of John?” »

What is the modern interpretation of “Sell your garment and buy a sword” in the scripture Luke 22:36-38?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question, “What is the modern interpretation of “Sell your garment and buy a sword” in the scripture Luke 22:36-38?” As one reads Luke 22:36–38, if an interpreter fails to take into account the historical setting of a statement, then that historical statement is distorted and interpreted to justify one’s own viewpoint. … Read More “What is the modern interpretation of “Sell your garment and buy a sword” in the scripture Luke 22:36-38?” »

When are the 7 genuine epistles of apostle Paul dated?

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The Bible

Thank you for the question on canonicity of the Apostle Paul’s writings, “When are the 7 genuine epistles of apostle Paul dated?” The Apostle Paul wrote more than 13 letters to churches and individuals, but the 13 that has been considered as Paul’s writings are as follows: .A. Chronology of Epistles with suggested dates: 1 Thessalonians … Read More “When are the 7 genuine epistles of apostle Paul dated?” »