Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on the “Epistle of Laodicea,” “What has happened to the “Epistle of Laodicea” mentioned in the Book of Colossians? If it was found, would it be added to the Bible? ” Based on the comments from other respondents, it is unlikely that the “Epistle of Laodicea” would be added to … Read More “Question: “What has happened to the “Epistle of Laodicea” mentioned in the Book of Colossians? If it was found, would it be added to the Bible? ”” »
Thank you for your question regarding the afterlife, “Why does Paul always say we are asleep in the afterlife?” The Apostle Paul does not state that when a person or believer dies that they are asleep in the afterlife. I. I cite three text that implies that believers are not asleep in the afterlife for one’s … Read More “Question: Why does Paul always say we are asleep in the afterlife?” »
Thank you for the question on the canonization of the General Epistles, “Was Peter, Jude, James and Hebrews canonized later because they needed to be translated from Hebrew?” Since textual critics do not have the original autographs (original letter), we can’t say with absolute certainty that the General Epistles were written in Hebrew. It is more … Read More “Question: Was Peter, Jude, James and Hebrews canonized later because they needed to be translated from Hebrew?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on I Cor. 3:3 and Exodus 34:14. As one reads I Corinthians 3:3 and Exodus 34:14, there seems to be a contradiction or conflict whereby God says that he is a jealous God and Paul rebukes the Corinthians for their jealous behaviors. Thus, one may be asking, “Is it … Read More “Question: How do you explain 1 Corinthians 3:3 and Exodus 34:14?” »
Thank you for the opinion question on the Apostle Paul, “Why do some people consider biblical Paul to be a fraud?” For one’s cEponsideration, here are two reasons for rejecting Paul and the epistles attributed to him: A. Some people believe that the Apostle Paul didn’t exist. They cite the lack of non-biblical citation of his … Read More “Question: Why do some people consider biblical Paul to be a fraud?” »
Thank you for the biblical interpretation of uncleanness in Galatians 5:19, “What does the Bible mean by uncleanness in Galatians 5:19?” In order to understand the meaning of a word, there are two ways that one defined it. It may be by the dictionary meaning and or by the context usage of the word. A. Definition … Read More “Question: What does the Bible mean by uncleanness in Galatians 5:19?” »
Thank you for the question on the source of a quote, “Is “search for it and you will find it” a quote from the Bible?” In Matthew 7:7–8, Jesus says these words, “Ask and it will be given to you, seek and you will find, knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone … Read More “Question: “Is ‘search for it and you will find it’ a quote from the Bible?”” »
Thank you for the question on the parallelism of Matthew 24:1–45 with our society, “How close is society to Matthew 24:1-45?” Throughout every century, the social upheaval and moral decline may be prevalent and applicable to Matthew 24:1–45. One of the conditions of society is the reckless living of society. In verse 38, Matthew says this, “For … Read More “Question: How close is society to Matthew 24:1-45?” »
Thank you for the biblical question on being found, “What was lost is now found in the Bible?” The partial sentence of what was lost is now found come from the Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15. In this parable Jesus gives an illustration/story of two sons. the youngest son asks for his inheritance … Read More “Question: What was lost is now found in the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on the reason why Saul of Tarsus changed his name to Paul, “Why did Paul the Apostle change his name from Saul of Tarsus to Paul The Apostle?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. Saul of Tarsus may have wanted to use his Greek-Roman name to gain greater access … Read More “Question: Why did Paul the Apostle change his name from Saul of Tarsus to Paul The Apostle?” »