Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on furthering or earning a second degree in theology, “How are the prospects of taking theology as a second degree?” The prospect for someone to earn a MA, M’Div, or Ph’d in Bible or theology is readily offered by seminaries to the public. The critical questions are two fold: Why does … Read More “How are the prospects of taking theology as a second degree?” »
Thank you for question on the differences between a Christian and a Believer “What are the differences between a Christian and a Believer?” Normally, the term, Christian, and Believer would be synonymous or interchangeable words. Within the Christian community, there is no differences within the Christian community, but not necessarily in our culture. For one’s consideration, … Read More “What are the differences between a Christian and a Believer?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on the Messianic Temple from Zechariah, “Did Zechariah prophecied in the Tanakh that when the kingdom of Yahweh arises, there will be a temple where sacrifices will be performed?” As one reads Zechariah, there is the question whether there will be a Temple when the Messiah reigns. Zechariah was written … Read More “Did Zechariah prophecied in the Tanakh that when the kingdom of Yahweh arises, there will be a temple where sacrifices will be performed?” »
Thank you for the question on David cutting off Goliath’s head, “Why did David cut off Goliath’s head?” David cut off Goliath’s head to show that the Philistine’s champion is truly dead. The Scriptures record that David stated that he will cut off the head of the Philistine’s champion head. I Samuel says this, “David said to … Read More “Why did David cut off Goliath’s head?” »
Thank you for the question about etiological motifs in Genesis 1–11, “Do you agree or disagree about H. Gunkel proposed that the author of Genesis 1-11 contains some etiological motifs and Genesis 1 explains the origins of Sabbath? How would you discuss as much as you can?” One can agree with H. Gunkel that there is … Read More “Do you agree or disagree about H. Gunkel proposed that the author of Genesis 1-11 contains some etiological motifs and Genesis 1 explains the origins of Sabbath? How would you discuss as much as you can?” »
Thank you for the question on formation of the sun and earth, “Are Bible critics wrong when they criticize the fact that earth formed before the sun?” If I may added to the discussion since other respondents have answered the question. A. The age of the Universe and the Earth. Bible scholars debate on the interpretation … Read More “Are Bible critics wrong when they criticize the fact that earth formed before the sun?” »
Thank you for the question on Cain building his city, “Where did Cain get the people from to build his city which he named after his son?” As one reads Genesis 4–5 about Cain, careful observation of the text helps us to understand of the people or descendants who built his city. Here are some thoughts … Read More “Where did Cain get the people from to build his city which he named after his son?” »
I was thinking about declining to answer one’s question, “In the Bible, was Samson strong enough to carry the entire Earth on his shoulders?” Taking the question at face value, the answer is obviously, No. In order for Samson to accomplish the feat of carrying the entire earth on his shoulder, he would have to exist … Read More “In the Bible, was Samson strong enough to carry the entire Earth on his shoulders?” »
Thank you for the question on Lucifer, “If Lucifer have been considered an archangel before he rebelled against God, would he then have become the serpent in the Garden of Eden immediately after?” Here are some thoughts for one consideration about Lucifer being a serpent: A. Lucifer remains as an fallen angel before and after deceiving … Read More “If Lucifer had been considered an archangel before he rebelled against God, would he then have become the serpent in the Garden of Eden immediately after?” »
Thank you for the Bible reading question, “For someone who has never read the Bible, how would you recommend going about it?” I suggest that one begins reading in the Gospel of John and the Gospel of Matthew. This will give you an overall view of the Christian beliefs and values. Upon completion of that, … Read More “For someone who has never read the Bible, how would you recommend going about it?” »