Year: 2022

Question: What is the biblical definition of a unbeliever? What are some biblical examples of a unbeliever? In the Bible could a person’s belief be seen in their actions, or are there examples of a person just saying they believe and having no actions?

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Christian Living, Theology

Thank you for the Biblical question, “What is the biblical definition of a unbeliever? What are some biblical examples of a unbeliever? In the Bible could a person’s belief be seen in their actions, or are there examples of a person just saying they believe and having no actions?” Here are some thoughts for one consideration: … Read More “Question: What is the biblical definition of a unbeliever? What are some biblical examples of a unbeliever? In the Bible could a person’s belief be seen in their actions, or are there examples of a person just saying they believe and having no actions?” »

Question: How do you explain 1 Corinthians 3:3 and Exodus 34:14?

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New Testament, Old Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on I Cor. 3:3 and Exodus 34:14. As one reads I Corinthians 3:3 and Exodus 34:14, there seems to be a contradiction or conflict whereby God says that he is a jealous God and Paul rebukes the Corinthians for their jealous behaviors. Thus, one may be asking, “Is it … Read More “Question: How do you explain 1 Corinthians 3:3 and Exodus 34:14?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 18: 39-40

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 18:38-40. Circle the word(s) that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 39 But it is your custom for me to release to you one prisoner at the time of the Passover. Do you want me to release ‘the king of the Jews’?” 40 They shouted back, “No, not … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 18: 39-40” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 18:33-28

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 18:33-38. Circle the word(s) that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 33 Pilate then went back inside the palace, summoned Jesus and asked him, “Are you the king of the Jews?” 34 “Is that your own idea,” Jesus asked, “or did others talk to you about me?” 35 … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 18:33-28” »

Question: When reading Isaiah 55:8, do you somehow feel left out? How can you get to a better way of doing things?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the application question on Isaiah 55:8, “When reading Isaiah 55:8, do you somehow feel left out? How can you get to a better way of doing things?” As I read Isaiah 55:8–9, I can glad that God has a greater perspective of life. He sees the overall picture while I am looking at … Read More “Question: When reading Isaiah 55:8, do you somehow feel left out? How can you get to a better way of doing things?” »

Question: What is your understanding of 2 Chronicles 1:11-12? Would you say King Solomon got more than he bargained for?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on Solomon’s Prayer in II Chronicle 1:11–12, “What is your understanding of 2 Chronicles 1:11-12? Would you say King Solomon got more than he bargained for?” As one reads the text, God granted to King Solomon more than he requested from him. It is not my understanding that Solomon bargain … Read More “Question: What is your understanding of 2 Chronicles 1:11-12? Would you say King Solomon got more than he bargained for?” »

Question: Why do many people not believe the gospel?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the disbelief of the Gospel, “Why do many people not believe the gospel?” Here are three main reasons why people do not believe or accept the Gospel anymore: A. Science is now the foundation of one’s beliefs and value, not the Bible. Many people has accepted the teaching that mankind … Read More “Question: Why do many people not believe the gospel?” »

Question: How is it, the characters of the Bible had common English names, Peter, Paul & Mary, literally? Something is amiss.

Posted on By Kingston Tong No Comments on Question: How is it, the characters of the Bible had common English names, Peter, Paul & Mary, literally? Something is amiss.
Uncategorized

Thank you for your question on names, “How is it, the characters of the Bible had common English names, Peter, Paul & Mary, literally? Something is amiss.” Parents like to name their sons or daughters after famous people. It’s their hope that their child will become like the person that they name. Since Europe and the … Read More “Question: How is it, the characters of the Bible had common English names, Peter, Paul & Mary, literally? Something is amiss.” »

Question: The Bible has a lot of things in it that aren’t very inspiring (like Genesis 34 and Numbers 31). These are usually not covered in sermons or Sunday School. How is it that people who haven’t read the entire Bible think all of it is the Word of God?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the distasteful aspects of the Bible, “The Bible has a lot of things in it that aren’t very inspiring (like Genesis 34 and Numbers 31). These are usually not covered in sermons or Sunday School. How is it that people who haven’t read the entire Bible think all of it … Read More “Question: The Bible has a lot of things in it that aren’t very inspiring (like Genesis 34 and Numbers 31). These are usually not covered in sermons or Sunday School. How is it that people who haven’t read the entire Bible think all of it is the Word of God?” »

Question: Do they mean that the sin wasn’t forgiven them or what do they mean by not cleansed until this day (Joshua 22:17)?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the interpretive question on Joshua 22:17, “Do they mean that the sin wasn’t forgiven them or what do they mean by not cleansed until this day (Joshua 22:17)?” The context of 22:17 is settlement of the Twelve Tribes into the Promised Land. The broader text says this in the NIV, “When they went … Read More “Question: Do they mean that the sin wasn’t forgiven them or what do they mean by not cleansed until this day (Joshua 22:17)?” »