Thank you for the interpretative question on Genesis 1:6–9, “The Book of Genesis states that there is a space that cuts the waters into two parts. The first part: the oceans. The second part: the cosmos (they must’ve believed that the cosmos is water). What’s in the middle is the atmosphere. Right or wrong?” There are … Read More “The Book of Genesis states that there is a space that cuts the waters into two parts. The first part: the oceans. The second part: the cosmos (they must’ve believed that the cosmos is water). What’s in the middle is the atmosphere. Right or wrong?” »
Year: 2020
Thank you for the interpretative question on Isaiah 46:11, “Who is the bird of prey in Isaiah 46:11?” The Prophet Isaiah prophesied of an impending invasion by the Babylonians and their downfall. The pride of the Babylonians will be their downfall and destruction (Isa. 47). The gods of the Babylonians will fall as Bel and Nebo … Read More “Who is the bird of prey in Isaiah 46:11?” »
Thank you for the biblical interpretation question on the Kingdom of God, “What is meant by “the kingdom of heaven is within us”? Are there any Bible scriptures that speak about the Kingdom of Heaven being within us?” As I read the context and the text, I would like to suggest for one’s consideration that when … Read More “What is meant by “the kingdom of heaven is within us”? Are there any Bible scriptures that speak about the Kingdom of Heaven being within us?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question on civil government, “What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?” In our modern period, the Christian Church and Christians have been and may continue to face an unparalleled attack on the Christian faith and their practices. Will the pandemic become a future … Read More “What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?” »
Thank you for the question on evangelism, “Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe it?” There are individuals who perceive that the Bible is used as a weapon to force someone to believe. However, one knows that no one can’t make/force someone to truly believe. That person may say, “I believe” … Read More “Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe in it?” »
Thank you for the question of the authorship of Genesis and Exodus, “Was Exodus written by the same authors as Genesis?” In the last 100 years or more, the authorship of the Torah has been questioned by scholars. There are scholars who teaches the JEDP of four or more authors in the writing of the Torah … Read More “Was Exodus written by the same authors as Genesis?” »
Thank you for the human right question, “How does the Bible violate basic human rights?” It is faulty in my view to impose our modern standard on any culture in the present or in the past. Each culture in its time period is unique. Would it be alright if a future generation may ask how … Read More “How does the Bible violate basic human rights?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “What is the meaning of honoring God in the Bible?” There are two words that one might consider distinguishing between honoring God and glorifying God. It’s an important difference and a meaning one. A. Thoughts on honoring God for one’s consideration. When one hears the word, honoring, one might think … Read More “What is the meaning of honoring God in the Bible?” »
Thank you for the translation and comprehension of the Bible, “If the holy Bible is the word of god then why was it written in an ancient language that is difficult to decipher, understand, and translate into modern day languages?” The Bible is primarily written in Hebrew and Greek. As one may already know, every culture … Read More “If the holy Bible is the word of god then why was it written in an ancient language that is difficult to decipher, understand, and translate into modern day languages?” »
Thank you for the question, “Has Covid 19 deepened your faith?” As I thought about this question, Covid 19 has affected and affirmed my faith. Covid 19 has shown that no one at this time is not immune from Covid. There is always that 1% chance of getting it despite all the protections that one takes. … Read More “Has Covid 19 deepened your faith?” »