Category: New Testament

Why do today’s ‘Bible scholars’ claim to know Hebrew and Greek but conveniently don’t know English when it comes to the Word “but” in Matt 3:11; Mk 1:8, Lk 3:16, Acts 1:5 that puts contrast on water baptism to justify a water baptism after the cross?

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New Testament

I was going to pass on your question, since the question implies that the Greek scholars had some ulterior motive in selecting the conjunction, “de”. The question further assumes that the word, baptism, refers to water baptisms. May I asked that one read again the broader passage for the text is not referring to water … Read More “Why do today’s ‘Bible scholars’ claim to know Hebrew and Greek but conveniently don’t know English when it comes to the Word “but” in Matt 3:11; Mk 1:8, Lk 3:16, Acts 1:5 that puts contrast on water baptism to justify a water baptism after the cross?” »

What is the message of John 6:60-69?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on the meaning of John 6:60–69, “What is the message of John 6:60-69?” The message of John 6:60–69 is that no human being can come to the Father unless the Father draws that person to himself. In John 6, Jesus had a large crowd following and listening to his words. They … Read More “What is the message of John 6:60-69?” »

What hermeneutic methods did the Matthew use in quoting Hosea 11 —- He clearly used that quote out of context?

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New Testament

Thank you for the hermeneutic question of Matthew 2 quoting Hosea 11, “What hermeneutic methods did the Matthew use in quoting Hosea 11 —- He clearly used that quote out of context?” If I may venture an answer for one’s consideration on Matthew citing Hosea 11 on Matthew 2:15, from a both historical, exegetical, and eschatological … Read More “What hermeneutic methods did the Matthew use in quoting Hosea 11 —- He clearly used that quote out of context?” »

Did St. Paul use the Greek translation of scripture because this is the one his target audience was most familiar?

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New Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question on “Did St. Paul use the Greek translation of scripture because this is the one his target audience was most familiar?” The Apostle spoke and quoted the Hebrew, Aramaic or Greek language and Scriptures according to the targeted audience. Since the Apostle Paul’s mission was to Greeks, he would have spoken … Read More “Did St. Paul use the Greek translation of scripture because this is the one his target audience was most familiar?” »

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?” »

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?” »

What does it mean that faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17)?

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New Testament

Thank you for the biblical question, “What does it that faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17)?” In Romans 10, the Apostle Paul explains how a person comes to faith in Jesus Christ. Someone needs to proclaim the message of salvation. Without that knowledge and understanding, that person is not able to call on the name … Read More “What does it mean that faith comes by hearing (Romans 10:17)?” »

Which story in the Bible do you find difficult to read due to its theological complexity?

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New Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question on the theological complexity of a Biblical narrative, “Which story in the Bible do you find difficult to read due to its theological complexity?” One of the most complex theological biblical narrative is Romans 1:8–11:36. As one reads the biblical text, the grammar and sentence structure in Greek is complex and … Read More “Which story in the Bible do you find difficult to read due to its theological complexity?” »

To what extent are the contents of the four gospels [Matthew Mark Luke John] affected, impacted, shaped, or influenced by the sermons, doctrines, views, beliefs, interpretations and teachings of Paul (from say 34 to 50 AD)?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question relating to Paul’s teaching dependent on the Four Gospels, “To what extent are the contents of the four gospels [Matthew Mark Luke John] affected, impacted, shaped, or influenced by the sermons, doctrines, views, beliefs, interpretations and teachings of Paul (from say 34 to 50 AD)? As one reads the Book of … Read More “To what extent are the contents of the four gospels [Matthew Mark Luke John] affected, impacted, shaped, or influenced by the sermons, doctrines, views, beliefs, interpretations and teachings of Paul (from say 34 to 50 AD)?” »