Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question about knowledge, “What does the Bible say knowledge is based on?” I would like to add some additional thoughts to what other respondents have written on that question. There is natural observation of the world and divine revelation to the world. A. Knowledge is based on the omniscience of God (Psalm … Read More “What does the Bible say knowledge is based on?” »
Thank you for the question, “How far did the Israelites travel from Egypt to the Red Sea?” As one reads Exodus 12–14, the distance is difficult to calculate from Egypt to the Red or Reed Sea. The Scriptures states the places of encampment. Enclosed are the stopping point: A. Rameses to Succoth (Exodus 12:27) B. Succoth … Read More “How far did the Israelites travel from Egypt to the Red Sea?” »
Thank you for the question, “Was it really necessary for the Israelites to destroy all the people living in Canaan?” There is a misconception that the Israelites destroyed all the Canaanites. The Israelites were commanded by the LORD God to destroy the inhabitants of the Promised Land but they failed to obey his command. The Israelites … Read More “Was it really necessary for the Israelites to destroy all the people living in Canaan?” »
Thank you for the question, “I have a question for historians, was the book of Genesis meant to be taken literally?” The Book of Genesis can’t be separated from Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. It is one continuous record of the beginning of mankind to one person who became a people group. Although I am not … Read More “I have a question for historians, was the book of Genesis meant to be taken literally?” »