Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the theological question, “Is it possible that obedience to God’s word will save you more than grace will?” As one thinks about the Saul of Tarsus before he became the Apostle Paul, he certainly believed that he was most pleasing to God. In fact, he was very proud of his personal status and … Read More “Is it possible that obedience to God’s word will save you more than grace will?” »
Thank you for the question on Bible reading, “What is the easiest version of the Bible to read?” I have lost count of the multiple versions of the Bible. If one wants a Bible version to read, I would recommend The New English Version. If one wants to do a more critical Bible study, I would … Read More “What is the easiest version of the Bible to read?” »
Thank you for the question, “In order to achieve a perfect understanding of the Bible and what it meant to say originally, what language should I learn, Hebrew or Aramaic?” It is an illusion to think that one can achieve perfect understanding of the Bible. The rabbi’s who study the Old Testament and know the Old … Read More “In order to achieve a perfect understanding of the Bible and what it meant to say originally, what language should I learn, Hebrew or Aramaic?” »
Thank you for the question on reading the Bible, “What book in the Bible would you recommend to read first if someone is seeking out God or a new believer?” I would recommend reading the Gospel of John followed by reading the Gospel of Luke. The reason is that the whole Old Testament and New Testament … Read More “What book in the Bible would you recommend to read first if someone is seeking out God or a new believer?” »
Thank you for the question on understanding, “What does the Bible say understanding is based on?” As I thought about your question, a passage came to my mind that may help us gain insight to your question about understanding. I hope Isaiah 6 in the commissioning of Isaiah and the message that he was to proclaim … Read More “What does the Bible say understanding is based on?” »
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 on pastoral supplies and offerings, “What should I do as a pastor beginning a ministry with my offerings? I still need a few things, printer, some Bible reference books, etc.” As I thought about this question, the heart of the matter is the motive, having a clear conscience before God and … Read More “What should I do as a pastor beginning a ministry with my offerings? I still need a few things, printer, some Bible reference books, etc.” »
Thank you for the question, “If the Bible is filled with contradictions, what else can we depend on to gain knowledge and guidance? If a person rejects the Bible as truthful and true, then one’s experiences and the experiences of others become the bases of knowledge and guidance. The personal observations or experiments would lead … Read More “If the Bible is filled with contradictions, what else can we depend on to gain knowledge and guidance?” »
Thank you for the Bible reading question, “Is it true that there is a difference between memorizing biblical scripture and absorbing it?” There is a significant difference between reading and memorizing the Scriptures. Reading connotes understanding the content of what is written and being able to restate it in a verbal or written manner. Memorizing connotes … Read More “Is it true that there is a difference between memorizing biblical scripture and absorbing it?” »
Thank you for the question on the Law of Moses, “Are we still, currently in this day, supposed to follow the LOM (Law of Moses)? If no, what do we need to follow in obedience to God?” If one was to ask a Conservative Baptist, whether one is to follow the Law of Moses, that person’s … Read More “Are we still, currently in this day, supposed to follow the LOM (Law of Moses)? If no, what do we need to follow in obedience to God?” »