Category: New Testament

Question: “Is Mark 11:24 the most sound teaching as far as pragmatism is concerned in day to day living? This question is open to every one, including atheists.”

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on Mark 11:24, “Is Mark 11:24 the most sound teaching as far as pragmatism is concerned in day to day living? This question is open to every one, including atheists.” Quoting Mark 11:24 must be taken into context and with other teachings of Jesus. The citation of Mark 11:24 is NOT the most … Read More “Question: “Is Mark 11:24 the most sound teaching as far as pragmatism is concerned in day to day living? This question is open to every one, including atheists.”” »

What is your reflection about the Gospel of Mark?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question about the Gospel of Mark, “What is your reflection about the Gospel of Mark?” Here are some thoughts regarding my reflection of the Gospel of Mark: A. The Gospel of Mark is the shortest of the four Gospels. If one wants an abbreviated and simple accounting of the life of Jesus, … Read More “What is your reflection about the Gospel of Mark?” »

Why did Luke write his Gospel?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the purpose of the Gospel of Luke, “Why did Luke write his Gospel?” In the introduction of the Gospel of Luke, the author states the reason why he writes this letter to him. He wanted Theophilus to be assured of the things that he had heard is true. Luke declares … Read More “Why did Luke write his Gospel?” »

Was the Bible verse Acts 4:13 instrumental in the development of an American subculture that values ignorance?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on Acts 4:13, “Was the Bible verse Acts 4:13 instrumental in the development of an American subculture that values ignorance?” No, I do not believe that Acts 4:13 was instrumental in the development of an American subculture that values ignorance. That is a misapplication of the text. I am not aware … Read More “Was the Bible verse Acts 4:13 instrumental in the development of an American subculture that values ignorance?” »

What does it mean that the dead in Christ shall rise first in 1 Thessalonians 4:16?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on I Thess. 4:16, “What does it mean that the dead in Christ shall rise first in 1 Thessalonians 4:16?” In seeking to answer this question, one should consider the context of the surrounding verses which may provide insight as to the the interpretation of I Thess. 4:16. The broader … Read More “What does it mean that the dead in Christ shall rise first in 1 Thessalonians 4:16?” »

According to Matthew 27:27-31 (NKJV), the soldiers gathered round to mock Christ. They draped Him in a red robe, and put a reed in His right hand. What did they put on His head?

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New Testament

Thank you for the biblical question, “According to Matthew 27:27-31 (NKJV), the soldiers gathered round to mock Christ. They draped Him in a red robe, and put a reed in His right hand. What did they put on His head?” According to Matthew 27, the text says this, “7 Then the governor’s soldiers took Jesus into the … Read More “According to Matthew 27:27-31 (NKJV), the soldiers gathered round to mock Christ. They draped Him in a red robe, and put a reed in His right hand. What did they put on His head?” »

What are your thoughts about the Gospel of Mark?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the Gospel of Mark, “What are your thoughts about the Gospel of Mark?” Here are some thoughts on the Gospel of Mark: Mark is the shortest of the four Gospels. Mark is less complicated in sentence structure. Mark begins the life of Jesus with John the Baptist. Mark emphasizes … Read More “What are your thoughts about the Gospel of Mark?” »

The Gospel according to Saint Luke says the Ascension occurred in the vicinity of Bethany (Luke 24:50-51). Where do the Acts of the Apostles say it happened?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the ascension of Jesus, “The Gospel according to Saint Luke says the Ascension occurred in the vicinity of Bethany (Luke 24:50-51). Where do the Acts of the Apostles say it happened?” The Gospel of Luke says that Jesus ascended in the vicinity of Bethany, not in Bethany. Bethany itself is … Read More “The Gospel according to Saint Luke says the Ascension occurred in the vicinity of Bethany (Luke 24:50-51). Where do the Acts of the Apostles say it happened?” »

Are 2 Thessalonians 2:6-8 and Revelation 20:1-3 talking about the same time period and events?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question, “Are 2 Thessalonians 2:6-8 and Revelation 20:1-3 talking about the same time period and events?” As I read the context of both passages, the passage is speaking about the same time period: The Tribulational Period and the events within the Tribulational Time Period are different. II Thess. 2 says this, “3 … Read More “Are 2 Thessalonians 2:6-8 and Revelation 20:1-3 talking about the same time period and events?” »

According to Matthew 8:23-26, how did “a great storm” test the disciples’ faith?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on Matthew 8:23–26, “According to Matthew 8:23-26, how did “a great storm” test the disciples’ faith?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration that the great storm tested the disicples’ faith. In the beginning of Matthew 8, the disciples saw a leper asked Jesus to heal him, a Centurion came … Read More “According to Matthew 8:23-26, how did “a great storm” test the disciples’ faith?” »