Thank you for the question about Matthew 22:15–32, “What is a complementary reflection about Matthew 22:15-32?” Matthew 22:15–32 is relevant to our times with the Cancel Culture and the “contested” Presidential Election. I listened to a sermon by Pastor Paul Shen on the subject of submission and honoured. I enjoyed it. I Peter 2:11–25 is a … Read More “What is a complementary reflection about Matthew 22:15-32?” »
Category: New Testament
Thank you for the question on Paul’s suffering, “Is it true that Paul looked at his sufferings as the true badge and reward of his life as a missionary and an apostle?” As one reads the Book of Acts and II Corinthians, Jesus called Saul of Tarsus to be his witness and servant. Acts 9:15–16 says … Read More “Is it true that Paul looked at his sufferings as the true badge and reward of his life as a missionary and an apostle?” »
Thank you for the question the practices of the followers of Jesus/Messiah, “Did all the DISCIPLES, Apostles and followers of Messiah after the resurrection continue to keep the Sabbath and Appointments of the Most High that where originally written with finger of The Most High given to all 12 tribes of Israel?” In reading the Book … Read More “Did all the DISCIPLES, Apostles and followers of Messiah after the resurrection continue to keep the Sabbath and Appointments of the Most High that where originally written with finger of The Most High given to all 12 tribes of Israel?” »
Thank you for the application question on II Timothy 3:1–17, “What is the one thing that speaks volumes to your heart and mind in reading 2 Timothy 3:1-17? How could this section help you and others?” As I read the verses, many Christians would cite II Timothy 3:16–17 on the divine inspiration of the Scriptures. This … Read More “What is the one thing that speaks volumes to your heart and mind in reading 2 Timothy 3:1-17? How could this section help you and others?” »
Thank you for the question on the “End Times”, “Are we in the end times, if so what in the Bible backs up you thinking this?” The question of the “End Times” brings and evokes different thoughts and emotions for Christians and non-Christians. Fear or peace may propel, drive a person to certain actions or the … Read More “Are we in the end times, if so what in the Bible backs up you thinking this?” »
Thank you for the question on the writing of the Synoptic Gospels and Acts, “Do you think it is logical to think that the synoptic Gospels and Acts were written before the Temple was destroyed?” As the news about the words and works of Jesus spread from mouth to mouth, there were living witnesses who heard … Read More “Do you think it is logical to think that the synoptic Gospels and Acts were written before the Temple was destroyed?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “What’s the main idea behind the “sermon of the mount”? The main idea for the “Sermon on the Mount” is that kingdom people are to live according to kingdom principles. John the Baptist and Jesus with his disciples preached that the kingdom of God is near. The Jewish people who … Read More “What’s the main idea behind the “sermon of the mount”?” »
Thank you for the question, “Why doesn’t God smite evildoers like in the Bible?” This is a common question asked by many agnostics and atheists of why God does not reveal himself or judges evildoers. Since this question is about the reason why God doesn’t judge the evildoers, here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. God … Read More “Why doesn’t God smite evildoers like in the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on Matthew 16:27–28, “How come Christians preach the Bible but do not believe what Jesus himself says in Matthew 16:27-28 that He will be back before the generation he is preaching to dies out? He did not return and they are all dead, don’t you agree?” As I read Matthew 16:27–28, … Read More “How come Christians preach the Bible but do not believe what Jesus himself says in Matthew 16:27-28 that He will be back before the generation he is preaching to dies out? He did not return and they are all dead, don’t you agree?” »
Thank you for the question on the authenticity of the New Testament, “Which scripture of the New Testament is considered the most authentic both chronologically and scientifically?” As I read this question, it feels like it is a trolling question. It is asking for Scriptures that is “most authentic both chronologically and scientifically.” It is implying … Read More “Which scripture of the New Testament is considered the most authentic both chronologically and scientifically?” »