Thank you for the question on understanding the Bible, “How would it be possible to understand the Bible if a person hasn’t been born again of the spirit?” The Bible is a literature book. Anyone can read and understand the context of the Bible. One does not need the Spirit of God to know the facts … Read More “Question: How would it be possible to understand the Bible if a person hasn’t been born again of the spirit?“ »
Category: Theology
Thank you for the question on the wrath of God, “Isn’t God a bit too angry in the Old Testament for theologians to say that he loves us infinitely?” If I may suggest that one look at two biblical examples to see if God over-reacted in his anger against humans. A. The biblical narrative of the … Read More “Question: Isn’t God a bit too angry in the Old Testament for theologians to say that he loves us infinitely?“ »
Thank you for the opinion question, “Any theological arguments made without any reference to the Bible can be dismissed on the grounds that such claims are not based on the scripture. Do you agree or disagree?” As I ponder this question, it would be helpful if one has an example of a theological argument without any … Read More “Question: Any theological arguments made without any reference to the Bible can be dismissed on the grounds that such claims are not based on the scripture. Do you agree or disagree?” »
Thank you for the question on the Holy Spirit, “Do you have to be a Christian to have the Holy Spirit?” According to the Scriptures, the Holy Spirit lives within a Christian upon faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. The Apostle Paul says this in Romans 9, “9 You, however, are not in the … Read More “Question: Do you have to be a Christian to have the Holy Spirit?“ »
Thank you for the morality question, “Why is LGBT a sin in the Bible?” The reason why LGBT is a sin in the Bible because it distorts the design of God for men and women who are made in the image and likeness of God. Having said that, if a person is not a Christian, the … Read More “Question: Why is LGBT a sin in the Bible?“ »
Question: Do Trinitarians and Binitarians think Paul changed his teaching regarding Jesus (Rom 9:5)?
Thank you for the theological question on Romans 9:5, “Do Trinitarians and Binitarians think Paul changed his teaching regarding Jesus (Rom 9:5)?” If I may cite the broader context in answering one’s question, “I speak the truth in Christ—I am not lying, my conscience confirms it through the Holy Spirit— 2 I have great sorrow and unceasing … Read More “Question: Do Trinitarians and Binitarians think Paul changed his teaching regarding Jesus (Rom 9:5)?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “What is a clean spirit in the Bible?” In thinking about how to answer the question, I like to suggest two approaches to a “clean spirit.” A. The correlation between “evil spirit and “clean” spirit as being angelic beings. In the Gospel, the term, evil spirit, refers to demons. For … Read More “Question: What is a clean spirit in the Bible?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question, “What is the biblical definition of a unbeliever? What are some biblical examples of a unbeliever? In the Bible could a person’s belief be seen in their actions, or are there examples of a person just saying they believe and having no actions?” Here are some thoughts for one consideration: … Read More “Question: What is the biblical definition of a unbeliever? What are some biblical examples of a unbeliever? In the Bible could a person’s belief be seen in their actions, or are there examples of a person just saying they believe and having no actions?” »
Thank you for interpretative question on John 1:18, “How does the original text say “only begotten God” or “only Begotten Son” in John 1:18?” In seeking to answer the question, here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: There is no original autograph or original text. Those written text has been lost or decayed over time since … Read More “Question: How does the original text say “only begotten God” or “only Begotten Son” in John 1:18?” »
Thank you for the question on eternal life, “What does the Bible say about eternal life?” The common misconception about eternal life is duration of time. Eternal life is much more than the quantity of time but the quality of time. Eternal life entering a relationship with God that enables a person to enjoy the person … Read More “Question: What does the Bible say about eternal life?” »