Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the application question, “Why am I so repulsed by those preaching the Bible to me while I myself have enjoyed studying it for all my life?” There may be a variety of reasons for the aversion of preachers of the Word. Here are the reasons for one’s consideration: A. One may interpret that … Read More “Why am I so repulsed by those preaching the Bible to me while I myself have enjoyed studying it for all my life?” »
Thank you for the question on the prosperity gospel, “Who prospers under the prosperity gospel?” The Prosperity Gospel teaches that God wants to bless humans with health and wealth for every person. In one senses, the bases of that teaching comes from the promises. God promised to the nation of Israel of health and wealth if … Read More “Who prospers under the prosperity gospel?” »
Thank you the hypothetical question of having only three books of the Bible, “If you had only three books to choose from the Bible, what would they be?” The Three Books are as follows: A. Psalms for hope and comfort in this life, a reminder to praise and worship God. B. The Epistle to the Romans … Read More “If you had only three books to choose from the Bible, what would they be?” »
Thank you for the application question, “How long should my personal Bible study be? I’m trying to deepen my relationship with God. Is thirty minutes too short? I know you’re supposed to commune with God all day?” I commend you for your desire to deepen your relationship with God. This is to be a desire of … Read More “How long should my personal Bible study be? I’m trying to deepen my relationship with God. Is thirty minutes too short? I know you’re supposed to commune with God all day.” »
Thank you for the Biblical question on civil government, “What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?” In our modern period, the Christian Church and Christians have been and may continue to face an unparalleled attack on the Christian faith and their practices. Will the pandemic become a future … Read More “What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?” »
Thank you for the question on evangelism, “Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe it?” There are individuals who perceive that the Bible is used as a weapon to force someone to believe. However, one knows that no one can’t make/force someone to truly believe. That person may say, “I believe” … Read More “Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe in it?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “What is the meaning of honoring God in the Bible?” There are two words that one might consider distinguishing between honoring God and glorifying God. It’s an important difference and a meaning one. A. Thoughts on honoring God for one’s consideration. When one hears the word, honoring, one might think … Read More “What is the meaning of honoring God in the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question, “Has Covid 19 deepened your faith?” As I thought about this question, Covid 19 has affected and affirmed my faith. Covid 19 has shown that no one at this time is not immune from Covid. There is always that 1% chance of getting it despite all the protections that one takes. … Read More “Has Covid 19 deepened your faith?” »
Thank you for the question on getting right with God, “How much of my profits do I need to give away to get right with God?” The short answer is that God does not want or need your profits or riches. One can’t buy a right relationship with God or with people since all that one … Read More “How much of my profits do I need to give away to get right with God?” »
Thank you for the question, “My daughter and I are in the middle of a series of books we started reading aloud together two years ago. Now she refuses to finish the collection. What would you do?” I would suggest the following steps: A. Express the joy that you had when the both of you … Read More “My daughter and I are in the middle of a series of books we started reading aloud together two years ago. Now she refuses to finish the collection. What would you do?” »