Month: August 2020

What would the meal be like in Genesis 1:1-8? How long might this meal have lasted? What would be brought first? What prayers would be said, and how would the meal end?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question, “What would the meal be like in Genesis 1:1-8? How long might this meal have lasted? What would be brought first? What prayers would be said, and how would the meal end?” I was going to pass on this question since I wasn’t sure it was a serious question or not, … Read More “What would the meal be like in Genesis 1:1-8? How long might this meal have lasted? What would be brought first? What prayers would be said, and how would the meal end?” »

Why does the Bible say we must forgive seventy seven times? Is 7 a holy number?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question, “Why does the Bible say we must forgive seventy seven times? Is 7 a holy number?” There are some Christians and Jews that believe there are significance to the numbers in the Bible. There is some bases for it as God created the earth in 6 days and on the … Read More “Why does the Bible say we must forgive seventy seven times? Is 7 a holy number?” »

My daughter and I are in the middle of a series of books we started reading aloud together two years ago. Now she refuses to finish the collection. What would you do?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question, “My daughter and I are in the middle of a series of books we started reading aloud together two years ago. Now she refuses to finish the collection. What would you do?” I would suggest the following steps: A. Express the joy that you had when the both of you … Read More “My daughter and I are in the middle of a series of books we started reading aloud together two years ago. Now she refuses to finish the collection. What would you do?” »

Is it possible that obedience to God’s word will save you more than grace will?

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Christian Living, Theology

Thank you for the theological question, “Is it possible that obedience to God’s word will save you more than grace will?” As one thinks about the Saul of Tarsus before he became the Apostle Paul, he certainly believed that he was most pleasing to God. In fact, he was very proud of his personal status and … Read More “Is it possible that obedience to God’s word will save you more than grace will?” »

Why does god continue to allow Satan and demons to live, but has no issue with wiping out millions of humans in a biblical flood?

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Theology, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question, “Why does god continue to allow Satan and demons to live, but has no issue with wiping out millions of humans in a biblical flood?” I believe many readers of the Bible know the answer for God’s judgment on destroying all humans except 8 in the Flood and the end judgment … Read More “Why does god continue to allow Satan and demons to live, but has no issue with wiping out millions of humans in a biblical flood?” »

Is it possible that King Solomon’s temple would have been as magnificent as the ancient pyramids of Egypt before the Exodus to Babylon?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question about the magnificence of King Solomon’s temple, “Is it possible that King Solomon’s temple would have been as magnificent as the ancient pyramids of Egypt before the Exodus to Babylon?” There are scholars who state or doubt the existence of King Solomon or the Temple, but that assumption is slowly being … Read More “Is it possible that King Solomon’s temple would have been as magnificent as the ancient pyramids of Egypt before the Exodus to Babylon?” »

What is the easiest version of the Bible to read?

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Christian Living, The Bible

Thank you for the question on Bible reading, “What is the easiest version of the Bible to read?” I have lost count of the multiple versions of the Bible. If one wants a Bible version to read, I would recommend The New English Version. If one wants to do a more critical Bible study, I would … Read More “What is the easiest version of the Bible to read?” »

What is the point of Matthew 26:6-13?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on, “What is the point of Matthew 26:6–13?” As I read the text, there are three viewpoints on the woman’s action. A. The woman wanted to show the depth of her love for Jesus. B. The disciples wanted to rebuke the woman for the wasted resource on him instead of … Read More “What is the point of Matthew 26:6-13?” »

In order to achieve a perfect understanding of the Bible and what it meant to say originally, what language should I learn, Hebrew or Aramaic?

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Christian Living, The Bible

Thank you for the question, “In order to achieve a perfect understanding of the Bible and what it meant to say originally, what language should I learn, Hebrew or Aramaic?” It is an illusion to think that one can achieve perfect understanding of the Bible. The rabbi’s who study the Old Testament and know the Old … Read More “In order to achieve a perfect understanding of the Bible and what it meant to say originally, what language should I learn, Hebrew or Aramaic?” »

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?” »