Year: 2020

Thank you for the interpretative question, “What is the modern interpretation of “Sell your garment and buy a sword” in the scripture Luke 22:36-38?” As one reads Luke 22:36–38, if an interpreter fails to take into account the historical setting of a statement, then that historical statement is distorted and interpreted to justify one’s own viewpoint. … Read More “What is the modern interpretation of “Sell your garment and buy a sword” in the scripture Luke 22:36-38?” »

Thank you for the question about Matthew 22:15–32, “What is a complementary reflection about Matthew 22:15-32?” Matthew 22:15–32 is relevant to our times with the Cancel Culture and the “contested” Presidential Election. I listened to a sermon by Pastor Paul Shen on the subject of submission and honoured. I enjoyed it. I Peter 2:11–25 is a … Read More “What is a complementary reflection about Matthew 22:15-32?” »

Thank you for the question on Paul’s suffering, “Is it true that Paul looked at his sufferings as the true badge and reward of his life as a missionary and an apostle?” As one reads the Book of Acts and II Corinthians, Jesus called Saul of Tarsus to be his witness and servant. Acts 9:15–16 says … Read More “Is it true that Paul looked at his sufferings as the true badge and reward of his life as a missionary and an apostle?” »