Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the exegetical question on John 3:16, “What roles do God and the son have according to John 3:16, and what does the word begotten mean?” Realizing that there are various opinions on the person and deity of Jesus Christ, the view presented is a personal one. It does not represent other Christians or … Read More “What roles do God and the son have according to John 3:16, and what does the word begotten mean?” »
Thank you for the biblical question, “Who is described in the Old Testament as the mother of all living (Gen. 3:20)? Genesis 3 says this regarding Adam and Eve “16 To the woman he said, “I will make your pains in childbearing very severe; with painful labor you will give birth to children. Your desire will … Read More “Who is described in the Old Testament as the mother of all living (Genesis 3:20)?” »
Thank you for the biblical question, “Is the Gospel found in the Old Testament?” The Apostle Paul states the Gospel in I Corinthians 15, “Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. 2 By this gospel you are … Read More “Is the Gospel found in the Old Testament?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question, “When was the Bible divided into the Old and New Testament?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration on the division of the Old Testament and New Testament: A. By the time of the first century BCE, the Old Testament was recognized in a three fold section which for Jewish … Read More “When was the Bible divided into the Old and New Testament?” »
Thank you for your willingness to share your struggle about your disrespectful thoughts toward God and the Holy Spirit. I John 1:9 states that if a person confesses his/her sin to God, that God is faithful and just to forgive that person of one’s sins and even the sins that one is not aware of … Read More “I was having really disrespectful thoughts towards God and blasphemous thoughts towards the Holy Spirit and I regret it and I feel really guilty. Can God still forgive me?” »
Thank you for the question on a parent’s sin, “Does the Bible say the sins of the father are visited on the sons to the seventh generation? If so, what is the context and what is this in reference to?” Deuteronomy 5 says this,”8 “You shall not make for yourself an image in the form of … Read More “Does the Bible say the sins of the father are visited on the sons to the seventh generation? If so, what is the context and what is this in reference to?” »
Thank you for the question on historian’s view of the Apostle Paul, “I see that many scholars no longer regard Acts as history. How does this change our view of St. Paul?” This is no surprise at all for there are many historians and theologians who do not believe that Moses, David, or even Jesus existed. … Read More “I see that many scholars no longer regard Acts as history. How does this change our view of St. Paul?” »
Thank you for the biblical and theological question on TULIP, “Is TULIP biblical? Why does it seem to clash with the Bible?” The acronym TULIP represents a theological understanding of salvation Bible based on one’s reading and interpretation of the Scriptures. TULIP stands for Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistable Grace, and Perseverance of the … Read More “Is TULIP biblical? Why does it seem to clash with the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question, “Which of the books of the Bible brings you peace?” The Psalms is one of the books that gives me encouragement a ons a reminder that God looks over me and cares for me. In particular, Psalm 23 and Psalm 139 helps quiet my anxious heart when trials seems to overwhelm … Read More “Which of the books of the Bible brings you peace?” »
Thank you for the question about God, “Who can help me? The god of Israel says always the same words by the Bible. Is he dead?” The reason why the God of Israel uses the same word about himself is because that is who he is to his people. The phrase, I am the God of … Read More “Who can help me? The god of Israel says always the same words by the Bible. Is he dead?” »