Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on knowing the Scriptures, “How is it that people can attend church for years and still know little about what is in the Bible and have scant understanding of the Bible?” Here are some reasons how or why a person who attends church and yet has a limited understanding of the … Read More “How is it that people can attend church for years and still know little about what is in the Bible and have scant understanding of the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on prophets serving as priests, “Why didn’t the ancient prophets serve as priests at times or vice versa since they both served the other’s functions at times?” As I thought about your questions, here are some thoughts for your consideration. A. God designated the Tribe of Levi to be priests before … Read More “Why didn’t the ancient prophets serve as priests at times or vice versa since they both served the other’s functions at times?” »
Thank you for the biblical question, “Is 2 Peter 3:10-12 biblical proof that the heavens and the elements will be no more on the last day?” As one reads II Peter 3:10–12, one must be careful in using the term, “biblical proof.” As I understand the biblical text, the Scriptures do not state that there will … Read More “Is 2 Peter 3:10-12 biblical proof that the heavens and the elements will be no more on the last day?” »
Thank you for the question, “Did Job love God with all his heart, mind soul and strength, if so, how?” As I read the Book of Job, Job had a great reverence of and for God. The only person who loved God with his/her total being is Jesus Christ. Job 1 says this about Job’s character, “In … Read More “Did Job love God with all his heart, mind soul and strength, if so, how?” »
Thank you for the question on the End Times, “Is the world coming to an end according to the Bible?” If I may suggest that the signs of the world coming to an end would be based on the world events that sets the stage for the rise of the Antichrist. The revealing of the Antichrist … Read More “Is the world coming to an end according to the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on original sin, “Did original sin cause mankind to have Satan as their father? Is the meaning of life to open the door (quicken our spirit) and become righteous with God the Father?” The topic of original sin has been debated by theologians. There are two basic views: inherited sin nature … Read More “Did original sin cause mankind to have Satan as their father? Is the meaning of life to open the door (quicken our spirit) and become righteous with God the Father?” »
Thank you for the question, “Why does the gospel tell us that we must endure trials with joy in James 1:2?” James 1:21 does not say that believers are to endure trials with joy. James 1:21 says that believers are to view trials with joy. There is a difference between enduring trials and viewing trials with … Read More “Why does the gospel tell us that we must endure trials with joy in James 1:2?” »
Thank you for the question, “What is an overseer in the church?” As the Apostle Paul formed house churches in various city, there was a need of a mature believer who can shepherd the people who came to that house church. This title or position was established for the church just as the Jews had a … Read More “What is an overseer in the church?” »
Thank you for the question, “How did being born again change how you spend your time?” Being born again not only changed how I spend my time, but it change my life! It is not purely about amount of time one spends in certain activities, but a change attitude or heart toward the things of this … Read More “How did being born again change how you spend your time?” »
Thank you for the question, “Which English version of the Bible has the best translation of the original text?” For my own critical study of the New Testament, I used the NASB-NIV Parallel New Testament in Greek and English. It is an excellent book for one can read the translations of the Greek words as … Read More “Which English version of the Bible has the best translation of the original text?” »