Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question about the 12 disciples of Jesus, “Which of the 12 disciples mentioned in the Bible understood Greek?” As one reads the Gospels and the New Testaments, there is little doubt that the 12 apostles spoke Aramaic, probably some Hebrew and Greek. As one look at their occupation before they encountered Jesus, … Read More “Which of the 12 disciples mentioned in the Bible understood Greek?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “Is Matthew 16:25 teaching the way to eternal life?” As one reads the larger context of Matthew 16:25, the text speaks about discipleship, not having or earning eternal life. Matthew 16 says this, “21 From that time on Jesus began to explain to his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem … Read More “Is Matthew 16:25 teaching the way to eternal life?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on Hebrews 2:5, “In Hebrews 2:5, what is “the world (οἰκουμένη) to come?” I want to commend you for the precise observation of the Greek word, oikoumene, which is translated in English as being world. In the Greek, the word, world, is more precise than in English. In the Greek, … Read More “In Hebrews 2:5, what is “the world (οἰκουμένη) to come”?” »
Thank you for the question on “rest” in Hebrews 4:8, “In the context of Hebrews 4:8, what is the difference between Rest in Old Testament and Rest in the New Testament?” As one reads the context of Hebrews 4:8, the text states this: “4 Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands, let … Read More “In the context of Hebrews 4:8, what is the difference between Rest in Old Testament and Rest in the New Testament?” »
Thank you for the question, “Is there a connection between Genesis 9:21,22 to Habakkuk 2:15?” As one reads the context of the two passages, there are two main views. The two views are parallel-literal or literal-figurative interpretation. I would like to suggest for one’s consideration the literal-figurative interpretation of the two passages. In Genesis 9:21–22 … Read More “Is there a connection between Genesis 9:21,22 to Habakkuk 2:15?” »
Thank you for question on why hasn’t Christ come. The Gospel has not been preached in the world especially in the third world countries. People groups have not been reached for Jesus Christ. It is estimate exactly how many people groups are in the world today but the best guess, calculated by Joshua Project, is 16,543 people groups. … Read More “Why hasn’t Christ come? Has the gospel not been preached everywhere?” »
Thank you for the question on foods and animals in heaven, “If there are no animals in heaven, how is there meat at the Marriage Supper of the Lamb?” As I think about the question, the Scriptures do not state that there are no animals in heaven. The implication of Scriptures is that there are animals … Read More “If there are no animals in heaven, how is there meat at the Marriage Supper of the Lamb?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on Luke 14:26, “What does Luke 14:26? Isn’t hatred a sin?” Reading or citing a verse must be in its context. Perhaps the context may shed some insight as to what Jesus meant by hating one’s family or even one’s self. Luke 14 says this, “25 Large crowds were traveling with … Read More “What does Luke 14:26 mean? Isn’t hatred a sin?” »
Thank you for the question, “What are the “new scrolls” talked about in the Book of Revelation? Are these books that have already been published?” I wished the questionnaire would have stated what verses one was referring to in the Book of Revelation. That would be very helpful in giving an answer to the question. The … Read More “What are the “new scrolls” talked about in the Book of Revelation? Are these books that have already been published?” »
Thank you for the question on marriage, “Where in the Bible does it say marriage is not for everyone?” There are two Bible passages that addresses marriage and it’s exceptions for one’s consideration. A. Jesus said this in Matthew 19, “7 “Why then,” they asked, “did Moses command that a man give his wife a certificate of … Read More “Where in the Bible does it say marriage is not for everyone?” »