Thank you for question on the differences between a Christian and a Believer “What are the differences between a Christian and a Believer?” Normally, the term, Christian, and Believer would be synonymous or interchangeable words. Within the Christian community, there is no differences within the Christian community, but not necessarily in our culture. For one’s consideration, … Read More “What are the differences between a Christian and a Believer?” »
Category: Christian Living
Thank you for the Bible reading question, “For someone who has never read the Bible, how would you recommend going about it?” I suggest that one begins reading in the Gospel of John and the Gospel of Matthew. This will give you an overall view of the Christian beliefs and values. Upon completion of that, … Read More “For someone who has never read the Bible, how would you recommend going about it?” »
Thank you for the question on hearing prayers, “Mary cannot hear your prayers. Can you prove me wrong?” The question being posed appears to be adversary in nature, to prove me wrong. Each person will stand the Lord and give an account of one’s attitudes and actions. Within the Christian faith, one seeks harmony, not dispute, … Read More “Mary cannot hear your prayers. Can you prove me wrong?” »
Thank you for the application question from Matthew 23:1–12, “When you read Matthew 23:1-12, what is the most important thing that you can gather and really remember for the rest of your life?” Since all Scripture is profitable for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, I can’t say that the above passage is The passage … Read More “When you read Matthew 23:1-12, what is the most important thing that you can gather and really remember for the rest of your life?” »
Thank you for the question on understanding the Scriptures, “If we are to read and understand Holy books for ourselves, why are scriptures the only writings that seem to require particular skills or supernatural abilities to understand?” Almost anyone can read the Scriptures. Both non-Christians and Christians, children to adults have read portions of the Bible. … Read More “If we are to read and understand Holy books for ourselves, why are scriptures the only writings that seem to require particular skills or supernatural abilities to understand?” »
Thank you for the question on obedience and eternal life, “Does being obedient to God get you eternal life? Why?” Absolutely Not. Obedience is a reflection of a believer’s love for God and a desire to please God. There is the recognition by believers BECAUSE God saved me and set forth commands for my well being, … Read More “Does being obedient to God get you eternal life? Why?” »
Thank you for the question of following God’s example in Ephesian 5:1, “Why does the apostle Paul ask us to follow God’s example in Ephesians 5: 1?” As one reads the preceding and the following verses of Ephesians 5:1, the Apostle Paul states the reason of selfless love for others are to be the hallmark of … Read More “Why does the apostle Paul ask us to follow God’s example in Ephesians 5: 1?” »
Thank you for the question about Ravi Zacharias, “What do you think of Ravi Zacharias owning a massage parlor?” I read briefly reports that Ravi Zacharias had invested into a massage parlor. The ownership of a spa or massage parlor is not immoral in itself depending on whether it was a genuine spa or a disguise … Read More “What do you think of Ravi Zacharias owning a massage parlor?” »
Thank you for the question on understanding the Bible, “I’m getting better at knowing how to read the Bible and understanding it. Why is that?” Here are some thoughts for your consideration: A. It may be because you have incline or open your heart and spirit to want to understand the Bible. It is no longer … Read More “I’m getting better at knowing how to read the Bible and understanding it. Why is that?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on Ecclesiastes 7:10, “What trap does Ecclesiastes 7:10 warn us against?” As I read Ecclesiastes 7:10, I had to pause and think about this saying by King Solomon. The book of Ecclesiastes is written from a human perspective, not necessary from a God centered perspective. How should we understand this … Read More “What trap does Ecclesiastes 7:10 warn us against?” »