Category: Questions & Answers

What is meant by “the kingdom of heaven is within us”? Are there any Bible scriptures that speak about the Kingdom of Heaven being within us?

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New Testament

Thank you for the biblical interpretation question on the Kingdom of God, “What is meant by “the kingdom of heaven is within us”? Are there any Bible scriptures that speak about the Kingdom of Heaven being within us?” As I read the context and the text, I would like to suggest for one’s consideration that when … Read More “What is meant by “the kingdom of heaven is within us”? Are there any Bible scriptures that speak about the Kingdom of Heaven being within us?” »

What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?

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Christian Living, New Testament, Old Testament

Thank you for the Biblical question on civil government, “What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?” In our modern period, the Christian Church and Christians have been and may continue to face an unparalleled attack on the Christian faith and their practices. Will the pandemic become a future … Read More “What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?” »

Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe in it?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on evangelism, “Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe it?” There are individuals who perceive that the Bible is used as a weapon to force someone to believe. However, one knows that no one can’t make/force someone to truly believe. That person may say, “I believe” … Read More “Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe in it?” »

Was Exodus written by the same authors as Genesis?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question of the authorship of Genesis and Exodus, “Was Exodus written by the same authors as Genesis?” In the last 100 years or more, the authorship of the Torah has been questioned by scholars. There are scholars who teaches the JEDP of four or more authors in the writing of the Torah … Read More “Was Exodus written by the same authors as Genesis?” »

How does the Bible violate basic human rights?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the human right question, “How does the Bible violate basic human rights?” It is faulty in my view to impose our modern standard on any culture in the present or in the past. Each culture in its time period is unique. Would it be alright if a future generation may ask how … Read More “How does the Bible violate basic human rights?” »

What is the meaning of honoring God in the Bible?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the interpretative question, “What is the meaning of honoring God in the Bible?” There are two words that one might consider distinguishing between honoring God and glorifying God. It’s an important difference and a meaning one. A. Thoughts on honoring God for one’s consideration. When one hears the word, honoring, one might think … Read More “What is the meaning of honoring God in the Bible?” »

If the holy Bible is the word of god then why was it written in an ancient language that is difficult to decipher, understand, and translate into modern day languages?

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The Bible

Thank you for the translation and comprehension of the Bible, “If the holy Bible is the word of god then why was it written in an ancient language that is difficult to decipher, understand, and translate into modern day languages?” The Bible is primarily written in Hebrew and Greek. As one may already know, every culture … Read More “If the holy Bible is the word of god then why was it written in an ancient language that is difficult to decipher, understand, and translate into modern day languages?” »

Has Covid 19 deepened your faith?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question, “Has Covid 19 deepened your faith?” As I thought about this question, Covid 19 has affected and affirmed my faith. Covid 19 has shown that no one at this time is not immune from Covid. There is always that 1% chance of getting it despite all the protections that one takes. … Read More “Has Covid 19 deepened your faith?” »

How much of my profits do I need to give away to get right with God?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on getting right with God, “How much of my profits do I need to give away to get right with God?” The short answer is that God does not want or need your profits or riches. One can’t buy a right relationship with God or with people since all that one … Read More “How much of my profits do I need to give away to get right with God?” »

Is Martha of Bethany fake. Just another way for the Scribes to refer to Mary of Bethany (the Magdalen). And is James Bar-Zebedee fake. Just another way for the Scribes to refer to Lazarus of Bethany (i.e. John Bar-Zebedee)?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the historicity of Biblical characters, “Is Martha of Bethany fake. Just another way for the Scribes to refer to Mary of Bethany (the Magdalen). And is James Bar-Zebedee fake. Just another way for the Scribes to refer to Lazarus of Bethany (i.e. John Bar-Zebedee)? As one reads this question, is … Read More “Is Martha of Bethany fake. Just another way for the Scribes to refer to Mary of Bethany (the Magdalen). And is James Bar-Zebedee fake. Just another way for the Scribes to refer to Lazarus of Bethany (i.e. John Bar-Zebedee)?” »