February 2022 – Page 7

Question: Biblically speaking: Why do some children (both young and older) live past their parents even if they’ve been disrespectful for whatever and however long? Is it punishment once their parents passed that they lost a chance to repent?

February 3, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

Thank you for the question on time to repent, “Biblically speaking: Why do some children (both young and older) live past their parents even if they’ve been disrespectful for whatever and however long? Is it punishment once their parents passed that they lost a chance to repent?” It is commonly expected that children will outlive their … Read More “Question: Biblically speaking: Why do some children (both young and older) live past their parents even if they’ve been disrespectful for whatever and however long? Is it punishment once their parents passed that they lost a chance to repent?” »

Question: Where did Paul go after leaving Athens?

February 3, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

New Testament

Thank you for the question on the Apostle Paul’s travel, “Where did Paul go after leaving Athens?” I am uncertain as to the purpose of the question since Acts 18:1 states that Paul went to Corinth after leaving Athens. If there is something more to you question, please let the readers know. Thanks. The earlier context … Read More “Question: Where did Paul go after leaving Athens?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 8:6b-11

February 3, 2022January 19, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

Devotional Thoughts

Read John 8:6b-11. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? But Jesus bent down and started to write on the ground with his finger. 7 When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, “Let any one of you who is without sin … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 8:6b-11” »

Question: Is the book Ecclesiastes advocating nihilism?

February 2, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

Old Testament

Thank you for the question about Nihilism, “Is the book Ecclesiastes advocating nihilism?” Merriam-Webster defines Nihilism as a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless Nihilism is a condition in which all ultimate values lose their value.— Ronald H. Nash. b : a doctrine that denies any objective ground … Read More “Question: Is the book Ecclesiastes advocating nihilism?” »

Question: In 3 John 1:7, what is meant by “because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.”?

February 2, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on III John 1:7, “In 3 John 1:7, what is meant by “because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.”? As one reads the broader context of verse 7, the text says this, “5 Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for … Read More “Question: In 3 John 1:7, what is meant by “because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.”?” »

Question: Have we yet reach any point where humanity has proven the Bible wrong in some way, shape, or form, or have we found anything that’s altered the way we view the Bible now?

February 2, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

The Bible

Thank you for the question on the Scriptures, “Have we yet reach any point where humanity has proven the Bible wrong in some way, shape, or form, or have we found anything that’s altered the way we view the Bible now?” The question is basically asking is there anything to disprove the Scripture. The answer to … Read More “Question: Have we yet reach any point where humanity has proven the Bible wrong in some way, shape, or form, or have we found anything that’s altered the way we view the Bible now?” »

Question: This might be a bad idea, but does anyone know where to take a thorough course on the Bible in the original languages? I’m confused about some things in the world based on my current understanding of scripture and want to understand.

February 2, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on comprehension of the Bible, “This might be a bad idea, but does anyone know where to take a thorough course on the Bible in the original languages? I’m confused about some things in the world based on my current understanding of scripture and want to understand.” If one wants to … Read More “Question: This might be a bad idea, but does anyone know where to take a thorough course on the Bible in the original languages? I’m confused about some things in the world based on my current understanding of scripture and want to understand.” »

Question: Was conception/pregnancy more difficult in Biblical/Old Testament times or simply more valued?

February 2, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

Old Testament, Uncategorized

Thank you for the interpretation of pregnancy in Scripture, “Was conception/pregnancy more difficult in Biblical/Old Testament times or simply more valued?“ I would think that conception to delivery of a baby is more difficult in the Old Testament. The reason being that today, we have more medical understanding of conception to delivery with tools to help … Read More “Question: Was conception/pregnancy more difficult in Biblical/Old Testament times or simply more valued?” »

My Journey of Faith: Strange Encounters

February 2, 2022February 10, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

My Journey of Faith

II. The Journey of Salvation and Transformation. Chapter 1. Strange Encounters In my sophomore year, our group of guys started to go to a fellowship group in the “The Avenues.” For me, going to the Avenues was a new venture. I heard about relatives moving out of Chinatown to the Avenues, but I had no … Read More “My Journey of Faith: Strange Encounters” »

Question: How does the Bible prove that the Ashkenaz are actually the “house of Edom”?

February 1, 2022February 8, 2022 Kingston Tong No Comments

Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the descendants of Noah, “How does the Bible prove that the Ashkenaz are actually the “house of Edom”?” As I thought about this question, one needs to make a distinction between proof and prove. Proof means the evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement. Prove … Read More “Question: How does the Bible prove that the Ashkenaz are actually the “house of Edom”?” »