Month: August 2020

How long should my personal Bible study be? I’m trying to deepen my relationship with God. Is thirty minutes too short? I know you’re supposed to commune with God all day.

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Christian Living

Thank you for the application question, “How long should my personal Bible study be? I’m trying to deepen my relationship with God. Is thirty minutes too short? I know you’re supposed to commune with God all day?” I commend you for your desire to deepen your relationship with God. This is to be a desire of … Read More “How long should my personal Bible study be? I’m trying to deepen my relationship with God. Is thirty minutes too short? I know you’re supposed to commune with God all day.” »

What are your thoughts on “John 18:2-9”?

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New Testament

Thank you for interpretative question, “What are your thoughts on John 18:2–9?” The question being asked is a vague as one wonders if the questionnaire has a textual criticism issue or an interpretative question on the passage. The cited text is as follows from the NIV, “When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples … Read More “What are your thoughts on “John 18:2-9”?” »

Is it scientifically possible for people to be swallowed by whales just like Jonah in the Bible?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the scientific question on Jonah and the sea creature, “Is it scientifically possible for people to be swallowed by whales just like Jonah in the Bible?” From what I read, it is highly unlikely that Jonah was swallowed by any typical sea creature as a whale. The Biblical text in Jonah 1 does … Read More “Is it scientifically possible for people to be swallowed by whales just like Jonah in the Bible?” »

In Genesis 1:11-13, were there trees by the end of day 3?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on Genesis 1:11–13, “In Genesis 1:11–13, were there trees by the end of day 3?” The creation account of Genesis 1–2 are complementary as Genesis 1 gives an overarching view while Genesis 2 focuses on man in creation. As one may already know there is a slight difference between Genesis … Read More “In Genesis 1:11-13, were there trees by the end of day 3?” »

How has the Bible Belt affected American politics?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the Bible Belt, “How has the Bible Belt affected American politics?” As I thought about this question, one may read the question as a “loaded” question just as one may asked how has the East Coast and West Coast affected American politics. It is true that every region has attracted … Read More “How has the Bible Belt affected American politics?” »

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?

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Old Testament

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?” »

Who is the bird of prey in Isaiah 46:11?

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Old Testament

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?” »

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?

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New Testament

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?” »

What does the Bible say citizens should do when the government steps out of bounds?

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Christian Living, New Testament, Old Testament

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?” »

Does using the Bible as a weapon make people want to believe in it?

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Christian Living, New Testament

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?” »