Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the questioning of parenting, “How does a father bring up his children with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord (Eph.6:4)?” As parent and grandparent, there are many things that I could or should have done with my children and there are things that we are doing better in helping others. … Read More “How does a father bring up his children with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord (Eph.6:4)?” »
Thank you for the biblical question on John 3:16, “Did God have a son? How come I read in the scriptures that “For God so loved the world that he gave is only begotten son”?” John 3:16 is one of the most loved passages for Christians. Many Christians know the verse by heart. It is probably … Read More “Did God have a son? How come I read in the scriptures that “For God so loved the world that he gave is only begotten son”?” »
Thank you for expressing your desire to know God more intimately, “I notice I use the phone more than read the Bible. As a 14-year-old, how can I get into the Bible more and have a relationship with God?” The modern technology can be a blessing and also be a distraction. The Ipad or cellphone are … Read More “I notice I use the phone more than read the Bible. As a 14-year-old, how can I get into the Bible more and have a relationship with God?” »
Thank you for the question on polygamy, “What is the chapter and verse of the New Testament that commands people against polygamous marriage?” As one reads the Old Testament and the New Testament, one must remember that God gave his words or didn’t restrict his words through progressive revelation. In a very broad sense, God allowed … Read More “What is the chapter and verse of the New Testament that commands people against polygamous marriage?” »
Thank you for the question on the Arabic inscription on the Tower of David, “Has an Arabic inscription been found under the Tower of David?” In reading an article which I included in this reply, there is no reason to doubt the authenticity of this finding during the Medieval Period. The relationship between Muslims, Christians, and … Read More “Has an Arabic inscription been found under the Tower of David?” »
Thank you for your biblical question, “Is it possible that Joshua would have unofficially begun the time of the judges in ancient Israel upon entering the promised land?” It is possible that the time of the judges could have begun at the end of Joshua rule, but unlikely at the beginning of the Israelites entering the … Read More “Is it possible that Joshua would have unofficially begun the time of the judges in ancient Israel upon entering the promised land?” »
Thank you for the biblical question on the land promised by God to Abraham, “Why did God promise Abraham the whole of Egypt in Genesis 15 and only Canaan in Genesis 17?” It may appear that God promise Abraham the whole land of Egypt, but Genesis 15 excludes the land of Egypt. Genesis 15 says this, “When … Read More “Why did God promise Abraham the whole of Egypt in Genesis 15 and only Canaan in Genesis 17?” »
Thank you for biblical question, “Whoever is born of the flesh is flesh yet whoever is born of the Spirit is spirit (John 3:1-15). If the Son of God became flesh then how could He have returned to Heaven?” John 3 speaks of the need of spiritual birth, not just a physical birth. Without a … Read More “Whoever is born of the flesh is flesh yet whoever is born of the Spirit is spirit (John 3:1-15). If the Son of God became flesh then how could He have returned to Heaven?” »
Thank you for the question on God’s existence, “Why do priests/pastors get upset when someone asks how we know God exists? Is it because, deep down, they know there’s no way to prove it?” For one’s consideration, may I share a perspective on one’s question: A. No human being including a pastor/priest can demand that appear … Read More “Why do priests/pastors get upset when someone asks how we know God exists? Is it because, deep down, they know there’s no way to prove it?” »
Thank you for the question on the human authorship of the Bible, “Which apostles wrote the Bible?” The Apostle Paul writes that it is the Holy Spirit who inspired the writers of Scripture, being under his influence and direction. The Apostle Peter affirms in his letter that no prophesy came about by the writer’s themselves. As … Read More “Which apostles wrote the Bible?” »