Category: Theology

If all flesh is with sin which would be characteristic of the flesh, then did the Word of God become flesh, or did He become sinless flesh, which would indicate the distinction between sinful flesh and sinless flesh?

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New Testament, Theology

Thank you for the question on the nature of Christ, “If all flesh is with sin which would be characteristic of the flesh, then did the Word of God become flesh, or did He become sinless flesh, which would indicate the distinction between sinful flesh and sinless flesh?” Here are some thoughts on the nature of … Read More “If all flesh is with sin which would be characteristic of the flesh, then did the Word of God become flesh, or did He become sinless flesh, which would indicate the distinction between sinful flesh and sinless flesh?” »

Why is God so different in the Old Testament than He is in the New Testament?

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New Testament, Old Testament, Theology

Thank you for the question about the character of God in the Old and New Testament, “Why is God so different in the Old Testament than He is in the New Testament?” As one reads Exodus through Joshua in comparison to Matthew through Acts, it does appear that the actions of God are different. However as … Read More “Why is God so different in the Old Testament than He is in the New Testament?” »

How is it possible to know that there is only one God? How can you trust the Bible as your evidence when it is the propaganda of the God making the claim?

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Questions & Answers, Theology, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the existence of God, “How is it possible to know that there is only one God? How can you trust the Bible as your evidence when it is the propaganda of the God making the claim?” The question on the existence of God or the “proof” of the existence of … Read More “How is it possible to know that there is only one God? How can you trust the Bible as your evidence when it is the propaganda of the God making the claim?” »

If God is everywhere, why can’t anyone see him?

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Theology

Thank you for the question on seeing God, “Why does God not let us all see him?” Every person wants to “see” or experience God in some personal manner. The Scriptures reveal that one day each person will have a persona encounter before God whether at the Bema Seat of Christ, (I Cor. 4:10–15) or at … Read More “If God is everywhere, why can’t anyone see him?” »

If baptism is necessary for salvation, why do theologians say that a person can be saved on their deathbed?

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Christian Living, Theology

Thank you for the question on baptism and salvation, “If baptism is necessary for salvation, why do theologians say that a person can be saved on their deathbed?” Within the Christian faith, there is divergent view on salvation. There are those who believe that one is saved apart from any good works while other views that … Read More “If baptism is necessary for salvation, why do theologians say that a person can be saved on their deathbed?” »

I commonly see people say “3 persons one God”. What verse in the Bible does it say 3 persons?

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Theology

Thank you for the Godhead question, “I commonly see people say, “3 persons one God”. What verse in the Bible does it say 3 persons?” As one reads the Bible, one may want to keep in mind what is known as “Progressive Revelation.” God didn’t reveal his full time to humans at one point in … Read More “I commonly see people say “3 persons one God”. What verse in the Bible does it say 3 persons?” »

There is no Trinity. Do the Scriptures that appear to support a Triune God really mean something other than what they appear to mean at face value?

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Theology

Thank you for the question on the Triune God. The term, Trinity or Triune God is not in the Bible. Those term are a theological designation of the Godhead. For one’s consideration about the plurality of the Godhead: A. The Hebrew word for God is “Elohim.” The word, Elohim, is plural in form, not singular … Read More “There is no Trinity. Do the Scriptures that appear to support a Triune God really mean something other than what they appear to mean at face value?” »

Is TULIP biblical? Why does it seem to clash with the Bible?

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Theology

Thank you for the biblical and theological question on TULIP, “Is TULIP biblical? Why does it seem to clash with the Bible?” The acronym TULIP represents a theological understanding of salvation Bible based on one’s reading and interpretation of the Scriptures. TULIP stands for Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistable Grace, and Perseverance of the … Read More “Is TULIP biblical? Why does it seem to clash with the Bible?” »

Why has the Holy Spirit stopped influencing people to write an updated version of the Bible?

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Christian Living, New Testament, Theology

Thank you for the question on updating version of the Bible, “Why has the Holy Spirit stopped influencing people to write an update version of the Bible?” Many Christians believed that the new revelation from God ended with the Apostles in the first century CE. Here are some thoughts why the Holy Spirit has ceased divine … Read More “Why has the Holy Spirit stopped influencing people to write an updated version of the Bible?” »

Can you be intellectually honest and tell me which biblical miracles you believe and why?

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Christian Living, The Bible, Theology, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on miracles, “Can you be intellectually honest and tell me which biblical miracles you believe and why?” As an respondent, I am unsure how to interpret the tenor of the question as wanting to truly know what a Christian believe or to interpret the tenor of the question of the foolishness … Read More “Can you be intellectually honest and tell me which biblical miracles you believe and why?” »