Year: 2021

When the Bible states that the saints in Heaven will be like the angels, do the writers mean that they will be doing much of the same jobs as the heavenly beings themselves?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question regarding angels and believers, “When the Bible states that the saints in Heaven will be like the angels, do the writers mean that they will be doing much of the same jobs as the heavenly beings themselves?” The passage that one is alluding to is Matthew 22 regarding the resurrected state … Read More “When the Bible states that the saints in Heaven will be like the angels, do the writers mean that they will be doing much of the same jobs as the heavenly beings themselves?” »

Is it true that Abram left his father’s household and all that he knew in his country to follow the Lord and become Abraham?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on Abram following God’s command, “Is it true that Abram left his father’s household and all that he knew in his country to follow the Lord and become Abraham?” As I read the Biblical text, Abram partially obey the LORD God by leaving his country and traveling as far as Haran. … Read More “Is it true that Abram left his father’s household and all that he knew in his country to follow the Lord and become Abraham?” »

Is there a deal among the Trinity, like a memorandum of understanding? What do you think could be a dealbreaker, even if they’re one?

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Theology

Thank you for the question on the interrelationship between the Trinity, “Is there a deal among the Trinity, like a memorandum of understanding? What do you think could be a deal breaker, even if they’re one?” As one reads the Scriptures, there is no memorandum of understanding or written contract between the Godhead. There isn’t any … Read More “Is there a deal among the Trinity, like a memorandum of understanding? What do you think could be a dealbreaker, even if they’re one?” »

I’m a senior Pastor in my church, I had a dream and in the dream a Pastor came and anoint my lips and forehead. What does it mean?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on dreams, “I’m a senior Pastor in my church, I had a dream and in the dream a Pastor came and anoint my lips and forehead. What does it mean?” I would freely admit that I am not a prophet nor a son of a prophet. Thus my comments are from … Read More “I’m a senior Pastor in my church, I had a dream and in the dream a Pastor came and anoint my lips and forehead. What does it mean?” »

What does Matthew 24:32 mean? Is he saying that the generation that seen Isreal become a nation will see the second coming so would that mean that if theirs a rapture it’ll happen this year & if thiers not the great tribulation will begin this year?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on Eschatology, future events, “What does Matthew 24:32 mean? Is he saying that the generation that seen Israel become a nation will see the second coming so would that mean that if theirs a rapture it’ll happen this year & if theirs (there’s) not the great tribulation will begin this year?” … Read More “What does Matthew 24:32 mean? Is he saying that the generation that seen Isreal become a nation will see the second coming so would that mean that if theirs a rapture it’ll happen this year & if thiers not the great tribulation will begin this year?” »

Does being obedient to God get you eternal life? Why?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on obedience and eternal life, “Does being obedient to God get you eternal life? Why?” Absolutely Not. Obedience is a reflection of a believer’s love for God and a desire to please God. There is the recognition by believers BECAUSE God saved me and set forth commands for my well being, … Read More “Does being obedient to God get you eternal life? Why?” »

Why does the apostle Paul ask us to follow God’s example in Ephesians 5: 1?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question of following God’s example in Ephesian 5:1, “Why does the apostle Paul ask us to follow God’s example in Ephesians 5: 1?” As one reads the preceding and the following verses of Ephesians 5:1, the Apostle Paul states the reason of selfless love for others are to be the hallmark of … Read More “Why does the apostle Paul ask us to follow God’s example in Ephesians 5: 1?” »

Is James 5:13 basically saying that nothing is too difficult for the Lord to handle?

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New Testament

Thank you for your Biblical question on James 5:13, “Is James 5:13 basically saying that nothing is too difficult for the Lord to handle?” As I read the context of James 5:13, the main topic is about spiritual restoration of a believer’s life from a difficult circumstances. The emphasis is on the believer’s trust that the … Read More “Is James 5:13 basically saying that nothing is too difficult for the Lord to handle?” »

If Noah and his family were the only people to have survived the worldwide flood, how did giants come to dwell in the land of Canaan when God commanded the Israelites to destroy them?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on existence of giants in the land after the Flood, “If Noah and his family were the only people to have survived the worldwide flood, how did giants come to dwell in the land of Canaan when God commanded the Israelites to destroy them?” Noah and his three children and wives … Read More “If Noah and his family were the only people to have survived the worldwide flood, how did giants come to dwell in the land of Canaan when God commanded the Israelites to destroy them?” »

What do you think of Ravi Zacharias owning a massage parlor?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question about Ravi Zacharias, “What do you think of Ravi Zacharias owning a massage parlor?” I read briefly reports that Ravi Zacharias had invested into a massage parlor. The ownership of a spa or massage parlor is not immoral in itself depending on whether it was a genuine spa or a disguise … Read More “What do you think of Ravi Zacharias owning a massage parlor?” »