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Question: After the apostle Paul had established the church at Corinth, he had to write them letters correcting some of their errors. In his first letter to the Corinthians, what was the first problem that they had which he felt obliged to address?

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New Testament

Thank you for the question on the problems with the Church at Corinth, “After the apostle Paul had established the church at Corinth, he had to write them letters correcting some of their errors. In his first letter to the Corinthians, what was the first problem that they had which he felt obliged to address?” The … Read More “Question: After the apostle Paul had established the church at Corinth, he had to write them letters correcting some of their errors. In his first letter to the Corinthians, what was the first problem that they had which he felt obliged to address?” »

Question: Why does no one understand the Bible? Is it because they don’t read it as it should be read from the middle?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on reading the Bible, “Why does no one understand the Bible? Is it because they don’t read it as it should be read from the middle?” If one wishes to read and understand the Bible, starting at the “middle” of the Bible would make it more confusing than helpful. I don’t … Read More “Question: Why does no one understand the Bible? Is it because they don’t read it as it should be read from the middle?” »

Question: Are the Bible translations and versions accidentally corrupted by translators and copyists from ancient manuscripts?

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The Bible

Thank you for the question on translations of the Bible, “Are the Bible translations and versions accidentally corrupted by translators and copyists from ancient manuscripts?” Since I have written on this topic on my website, the current translations and versions are based on the based compared and earliest manuscripts that we have today. Scholars have compared … Read More “Question: Are the Bible translations and versions accidentally corrupted by translators and copyists from ancient manuscripts?” »

Question: Is it a sin to not read the Bible every day?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on Bible reading, “Is it a sin to not read the Bible every day?” It is not a sin to forget or at times neglect to read and mediate on the Scriptures. Just as our body needs physical food every day, so we also need spiritual food every day. Jesus says … Read More “Question: Is it a sin to not read the Bible every day?” »

Question: Who was stronger, Samson or Joseph?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the comparative question, “Who was stronger, Samson or Joseph?” For a short answer, Samson was physically stronger as he was able to defeat the Philistines, while Jospeh was morally stronger as he was able to withstand temptation. Brute strength is not enough. A person’s moral character is more important than muscles. It was … Read More “Question: Who was stronger, Samson or Joseph?” »

Question: What sort of “punishment” awaits those who violate the dietary laws of the Old Testament?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the effects of neglecting the dietary laws of the Old Testament, “What sort of “punishment” awaits those who violate the dietary laws of the Old Testament?” In our modern health-conscious world, we know that many of the dietary laws given to the nation of Israel was for their good. God … Read More “Question: What sort of “punishment” awaits those who violate the dietary laws of the Old Testament?” »

Question: My parents pay me to watch my little brother when they’re away. In a biblical sense, is it wrong for me to profit off of this?

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Christian Living

Thank you for your question on receiving income, “My parents pay me to watch my little brother when they’re away. In a biblical sense, is it wrong for me to profit off of this?” Congratulations. This means that your parents trust you more than most babysitters. It is a great honor to be entrusted with the … Read More “Question: My parents pay me to watch my little brother when they’re away. In a biblical sense, is it wrong for me to profit off of this?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 10:11-18

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 10:11-18. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 12 The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 10:11-18” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 10:7-10

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 10:7-10. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 7 Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. 9 … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 10:7-10” »

Question: Who gets mad when they read Leviticus 20:13? Who are the first people who say, ‘God is not right’?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the application question on Leviticus 20:13, “Who gets mad when they read Leviticus 20:13? Who are the first people who say, ‘God is not right’?” I do not get mad when I read Leviticus 20:13 nor do I say that God is not right. It is understandable that there will be individuals who … Read More “Question: Who gets mad when they read Leviticus 20:13? Who are the first people who say, ‘God is not right’?” »