Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question about boasting, “Is it a sin to be proud of yourself and others about being “Born Again”? As I thought about this question, here are some thoughts of relating to being proud of being “born again”? A. If the person being redeemed takes the credit that one saved himself that … Read More “Is it a sin to be proud of yourself and others about being “Born Again”?” »
Thank you for the comparison question on The Epic of Gilgamesh and the Book of Genesis, “Is the Book of Genesis a rehash of the poem of The Epic of Gilgamesh?” I have read The Epic of Gilgamesh as it relates to the Flood in comparison to the the Flood as recorded in Genesis 6–9. In … Read More “Is the Book of Genesis a rehash of the poem The Epic of Gilgamesh?” »
Thank you for the interpretative and theological question on free will and God’s sovereignty, “How does someone who believes in free will interpret John 6:44, “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day?” As I think about that question, Jesus … Read More “How does someone who believes in free will interpret John 6:44, “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day?”” »
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 evidences in a court of law for he resurrection, “How can you explain how you’ve determined that circumstantial evidence, eyewitness testimony, and the resurrection claim in the Bible is what they consider as “strong” evidence in a court of law?” I. The eyewitnesses testimony that Jesus was trialed, crucified, and died. A. … Read More “How can you explain how you’ve determined that circumstantial evidence, eyewitness testimony, and the resurrection claim in the Bible is what they consider as “strong” evidence in a court of law?” »
Thank you for the archaeological question on the Exodus, “Is there any archaeological proof at all for the biblical Exodus?” As one asks that critical question, the answer is what kind of archaeological evidence or proof for the Biblical Exodus? Does one expect a stele erected by the Egyptians that an enslaved group of people exited … Read More “Is there any archaeological proof at all for the biblical Exodus?” »
Thank you for the question on the best translated version of the Bible, “What is the most accurate, complete, and authentic version of the Bible?” This question is a very common one. The most accurate translation of the New Testament is the NASB-NIV Parallel New Testament in Greek and English by Marshall in my opinion. It … Read More “What is the most accurate, complete, and authentic version of the Bible?” »
Thank you for the interpretation and application question on Matthew 5:40, “What is Matthew 5:40 really about?” As I read Matthew 5–7, Jesus is teaching his followers about Kingdom Principles of Living in the Kingdom of God even in this world. This is in contrast to letter of the Law/Torah to the grace principle of God’s … Read More “What is Matthew 5:40 really about?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “What new situation is addressed in Deuteronomy 12-26? How do the ten commandments provide a structure to the laws of Deuteronomy 12-26?” As I reflect on this question of the Ten Commandments and its relevance to Deuteronomy 12–26, the Ten Commandments states the overall principles for the Jewish people and … Read More ““What new situation is addressed in Deuteronomy 12-26? How do the ten commandments provide a structure to the laws of Deuteronomy 12-26?”” »
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?” »