Thank you for the question on hearing the Gospel of Salvation, “Does everyone worldwide have to hear the gospel of Christ before his return?” In Acts 1:8, Jesus declared to his disciples that they are to be witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to ends of the earth as well as make disciples of all … Read More “Does everyone worldwide have to hear the gospel of Christ before his return?” »
Category: New Testament
Thank you for the interpretive question on the Lord’s Prayer, “When we pray, “Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”, what does it mean?” As thought more about your question, I would like to answer it from an exegetical and application viewpoint. I. Exegetical viewpoint on Matthew 6:10 … Read More “When we pray, “Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”, what does it mean?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question, “When will Matthew 24:14 be completed? And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.” Matthew 24 is a difficult passage to interpret with theologians having varying viewpoints from post-millennialists, amillennialists, and even pre-millennialist. … Read More “When will Matthew 24:14 be completed? And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.” »
Thank you for the question on the 12 Apostles convincing people of their message, “How did the 12 apostles manage to convince so many people to believe in what they said? What kind of persuasion technique did they use?” The 12 Apostles did not have to convince so many people to believe in what they said … Read More “How did the 12 apostles manage to convince so many people to believe in what they said? What kind of persuasion technique did they use?” »
Thank you for the interpretive and application question on Matthew 25:29, “Does Matthew 25:29 support why the rich get richer?” Matthew 25:29 does not support or give the reason why the rich get richer. Matthew 25:29 is part of a parable on stewardship and accountability to the master. The Parable of the Talents is not … Read More “Does Matthew 25:29 support why the rich get richer?” »
The question being asked does not do justice to the Scriptures since one is making certain assertions that is not found in the text. There are certain assumptions or assertions that I disagree with you based on the text. These are the following: A. Joseph was an immoral man while the Biblical text states that … Read More “Do you believe like me, that Joseph preyed on Mary Magdalene, made her pregnant, and because of shame, they decided to lie that the Holy Spirit impregnated her?” »
Thank you for the question, “Are Paul’s letters applicable for us today? In what particular situations?” The Apostle Paul states that ALL Scripture is beneficial for every generation of believers and for every believer. It is not applicable to non-believers since without a regeneration and transformation of life, the purposes and principles of Scriptures will not … Read More “Are Paul’s letters applicable for us today? In what particular situations?” »
Thank you for the question on Bible College teaching on tithing, “Does Bible College teach inspiring pastors that their congregation should pay 10% tithes, or is this something they do on their own?” Having graduated from a non-denominational Bible College in my undergrad studies, I was taught the the both Biblical theology and Practical Theology. The … Read More “Does Bible College teach inspiring pastors that their congregation should pay 10% tithes, or is this something they do on their own?” »
Thank you for the question about tattoo, “Does Leviticus 19:28 “nor print any marks upon you (tattoos): for I am the Lord” still apply? If no, why not? I think just because things are in the Old Testament doesn’t mean that the laws are all vetoed because of Christ. Am I wrong?” The subject of the … Read More “Does Leviticus 19:28 “nor print any marks upon you (tattoos): for I am the Lord” still apply? If no, why not? I think just because things are in the Old Testament doesn’t mean that the laws are all vetoed because of Christ. Am I wrong?” »
Thank you for the question, “Is it a sin not to follow God or being an atheist or agnostic?” The Apostle Paul states God’s perspective of humans who refuses to acknowledge the Creator God or to follow him. Romans 1 says this, ”The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness … Read More “Is it a sin not to follow God or being an atheist or agnostic?” »