Thank you for the interpretation question on Matthew 7:13–14, “In the Bible which mentions that many are on the path to destruction, what exactly is that destruction? The Bible never specifically states that that destruction is hell.” Scriptures exhorts believers to study the Scriptures. For Christians, this takes into account the context and text of any … Read More “In the Bible which mentions that many are on the path to destruction, what exactly is that destruction? The Bible never specifically states that that destruction is hell.” »
Category: Theology
Thank you for the question on the independence of the Holy Spirit, “Why cant the holy spirit if “he” is God speak of his own initiative? Why is it that “he” can only speak what “he” hears? “He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak” John 16:13 (NASB)?” As … Read More “Why cant the holy spirit if “he” is God speak of his own initiative? Why is it that “he” can only speak what “he” hears? “He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak” John 16:13 (NASB)” »
Thank you for the question on the Kingdom of God, “Why is the Kingdom of God important for understanding the Bible?” The Kingdom of God is quite often equated with the Patriarchs of Abraham, Issac, and Jacob and God’s unconditional covenant with them and their descendants (Genesis 12:1–3). As a Christian, quite often Christians focus on … Read More “Why is the Kingdom of God important for understanding the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question of age limits to enter heaven or hell, “What is the age limit to enter heaven or hell in different scriptures?” The answer which I am suggesting is my own observation of the Scriptures. It does not represent other Christians or churches. As one reads the Scriptures, there is no one … Read More “What is the age limit to enter heaven or hell in different scriptures?” »
Thank you for the question, “Does the Bible support animal sacrifices?” In our modern 21st century custom and practices, the idea of animal sacrifices may seem cruel and barbaric. Could God asked for some other form of offering or worship of himself? Yes, one can conjecture that God could have asked for plants, fruits, or a … Read More “Does the Bible support animal sacrifices?” »
Thank you for the question on the Godhead, “If the Old Testament God and God are different beings, then how many gods have there been?” If a person is unfamiliar with the Bible, the subject of the Godhead may be very confusing. One may hear that there is the God of the Old Testament or Jehovah, … Read More “If the Old Testament God and God are different beings, then how many gods have there been?” »
Thank you for the question on the Bible in God’s plan, “Which came first, God or the Bible? If God gave all free will, then the Bible & church mean nothing to God or to our faith, right?” As I pondered this question, I was inclined not to answer this question for it seemed that this … Read More “Which came first, God or the Bible? If God gave all free will, then the Bible & church mean nothing to God or to our faith, right?” »
Thank you for the question on the nature of God, “How can I be sure that god is a benevolent entity after reading the Old Testament?” As one reads the Old Testimony, the question becomes this, “Am I letting the biblical speak for itself or am I reading into the text?” Part of the answer … Read More “How can I be sure that god is a benevolent entity after reading the Old Testament?” »
As one reads the Scriptures, theologians and Bible scholars have completed word studies on the subject of the Holy Spirit. One can do a personal study of the Spirit or Holy Spirit through a concordance of any book in the Bible. The theological statement that the Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity … Read More “What does the Bible say the Holy Spirit is based on?” »
Thank you for your question on the Bible offering the solution on life, “How do I know that the Bible is an Instrument of God to save mankind?” The question is a complex one for the question asks “how”. Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. The key thought is this, “How does the … Read More “How do I know that the Bible is an instrument equipped with Knowledge Of God to save humanity?” »