Category: New Testament

Thank you for the question on the Apostle Paul, “Who taught Apostle Paul the scriptures?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. Saul of Tarsus learned the Old Testament Scriptures under the teachers of Israel. As one reads the Book of Acts, Luke records that Saul of Tarsus was trained in the Law. Paul says … Read More “Question: Who taught Apostle Paul the scriptures?” »

Thank you for the interpretative question, “When you read what Simon requested in Acts 8:24, did Peter do what was asked of him?” (NIV). Acts 8 says this, “ 8 When Simon saw that the Spirit was given at the laying on of the apostles’ hands, he offered them money 19 and said, “Give me also this ability … Read More “Question: When you read what Simon requested in Acts 8:24, did Peter do what was asked of him?” »

Thank you for the interpretative question on debt and debtor in Matthew 6:12 The Greek word for debt is οφειλετης (opheiletes). This is the noun form. It means a debtor; someone who owes. It has the idel of someone who sold or borrowed against something in which that borrower couldn’t delivered. It’s liken to an … Read More “Question: What do ‘debt’ and ‘debtor’ mean when used in the Lord’s Prayer?” »

Thank you for the biblical question on the message of the Apostles in the Book of Acts, “What message was preached by the apostles in the Book of Acts?” For your consideration, the Apostles preached that men and women are to repent and believe that Jesus is the resurrected Lord and the suffering Messiah who will … Read More “Question: What message was preached by the apostles in the Book of Acts?” »

Thank you for the question on the dating of the Gospel of John, “In which time was the book of John written?” There are two dates for the writing of the Gospel of John. The dates are before 70 CE or around 85 CE. Among the various pros and cons for the dates, the critical question … Read More “Question: In which time was the book of John written?” »