Month: October 2021

Why is fornication not mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible but only in the New Testament (in Apostle Paul’s Epistles)?

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Christian Living, New Testament, Old Testament

Thank you for the question on fornication in the Old and New Testament, “Why is fornication not mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible but only in the New Testament (in Apostle Paul’s Epistles)?” The definition of fornication is sexual intercourse between people who are not married to each other. The emphasis is on individuals … Read More “Why is fornication not mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible but only in the New Testament (in Apostle Paul’s Epistles)?” »

Acts 23:23 tells of a worker in the early church being transferred to Caesarea by a detachment of two hundred soldiers and two hundred spearmen as well as a number of horsemen. Who was the worker in the early church?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the person who was take to Caesarea by a Roman detachment, “Acts 23:23 tells of a worker in the early church being transferred to Caesarea by a detachment of two hundred soldiers and two hundred spearmen as well as a number of horsemen. Who was the worker in the early … Read More “Acts 23:23 tells of a worker in the early church being transferred to Caesarea by a detachment of two hundred soldiers and two hundred spearmen as well as a number of horsemen. Who was the worker in the early church?” »

The Bible says that we are made in the image and likeness of God. Why are some humans black and others white?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the humans being in the image of God and skin pigmentation of humans, “The Bible says that we are made in the image of likeness of God. Why are some humans black and other white?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration on the image of God in humans and … Read More “The Bible says that we are made in the image and likeness of God. Why are some humans black and others white?” »

Would events in the modern day Middle East possibly parallel biblical prophecy?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the Middle East and biblical prophecy, “Would events in the modern day Middle East possibly parallel biblical prophecy?” Today, there is great interest in eschatology, the study of future events by Christians. For one’s consideration on the events in the Middle East that may parallel biblical prophecy, here are some … Read More “Would events in the modern day Middle East possibly parallel biblical prophecy?” »

Was it biblically that marriage is made to be for better or for worse?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on marriage, “Was it biblically that marriage is made to be for better or for worse?” The phrase, for better or for worse, is not found in the Scriptures. That phrase affirms rather that the wedded couple will be faithful to each other regardless of the circumstances of life, for richer … Read More “Was it biblically that marriage is made to be for better or for worse?” »

Genesis 46:26 tells of sixty-six people leaving Canaan and going to Egypt. The sixty-four people constituted the family led by an elderly patriarch. Who was the patriarch?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the patriarch who led his family into Egypt, “Genesis 46:26 tells of sixty-six people leaving Canaan and going to Egypt. The sixty-four people constituted the family led by an elderly patriarch. Who was the patriarch?” To be honest, I am confused as to why you are asking that question. … Read More “Genesis 46:26 tells of sixty-six people leaving Canaan and going to Egypt. The sixty-four people constituted the family led by an elderly patriarch. Who was the patriarch?” »

Why do names of most prominent people in the Bible similar to names in the Qur’an? Yusuf and Joseph, Ibrahim and Abraham, Musa and Moses, Ayub and job, Nuhu and Noah, etc. Are the people the same?

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Old Testament, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the names in the Bible and the Quran, “Why do names of most prominent people in the Bible similar to names in the Qur’an? Yusuf and Joseph, Ibrahim and Abraham, Musa and Moses, Ayub and job, Nuhu and Noah, etc. Are the people the same? The names in the Bible … Read More “Why do names of most prominent people in the Bible similar to names in the Qur’an? Yusuf and Joseph, Ibrahim and Abraham, Musa and Moses, Ayub and job, Nuhu and Noah, etc. Are the people the same?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 1:1-5

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Devotional Thoughts

John 1:1-5 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 1:1-5” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John: Introductory Thoughts

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Devotional Thoughts

The Gospel of John is one of most beloved books in the New Testament Books. It’s beloved because it is written by the beloved disciple of Jesus Christ, the Apostle John. The Apostle John records his memories and experiences with Jesus Christ through the enablement of the Holy Spirit. As an elderly and perhaps the … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John: Introductory Thoughts” »

Why does God care so deeply about David when he is so emotional and sinful?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on God’s care for us, “Why does God care so deeply about David when he is so emotional and sinful?” God knows that we are imperfect humans who is prone to wander from the God that s/he loves. Our wandering from God doesn’t change his love for us. Here are some … Read More “Why does God care so deeply about David when he is so emotional and sinful?” »