Read John 14:5-8. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 5 “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 6 If you do not remain in … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 15:5-8” »
Month: May 2022
Read John 15:1-4. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 15:1-4” »
Read John 14:25-31. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 25 “All this I have spoken while still with you. 26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 14:25-31” »
Read John 14:22-24. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 22 Then Judas (not Judas Iscariot) said, “But, Lord, why do you intend to show yourself to us and not to the world?” 23 Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 14:22-24” »
Thank you for the distinction question of Bible and Scripture, “What are the differences between a Bible and a scripture?” Here are three differences between a Bible and a Scripture for one’s consideration: A. The word, Bible, refers to the whole of Scripture while a scripture may refer to a passage or a verse within the … Read More “Question: What are the differences between a Bible and a scripture?” »
Thank you for the question on the Bible and us, “Why are many educated people looking into the Bible, and should what it says about the creator matter to us and our loved ones?” Whether one is more educated or less educated, every human being ponders about life. The poor people wonder about the continuous struggle … Read More “Question: Why are many educated people looking into the Bible, and should what it says about the creator matter to us and our loved ones?” »
Thank you for the question on reading the Bible, “Is it acceptable for a Christian to read only the New Testament?” The answer is clear to any Christian. It is not acceptable for a Christian to read only the New Testament. Reading the New Testament is like reading the last chapter of the book. The … Read More “Question: Is it acceptable for a Christian to read only the New Testament?” »
Thank you for the question on the earliest Hebrew manuscripts, “What are the earliest manuscripts for the Hebrew Bible?” The earliest least uncontested Hebrew manuscripts is the Dead Sea Scrolls dating to the 2nd or 1st BCE. Prior to the discovery of the Dead Sea Scroll, the earliest scroll is the Nash Papyrus, dating 2nd BCE and contains … Read More “Question: What are the earliest manuscripts for the Hebrew Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on mental illness, “Is it wrong to take medication for your mental illness as a Christian? Does this mean my faith is weak? Should I try to find natural remedies instead?“ Jesus said, “I come that you may have life and life more abundantly.” but many Christians ask themselves, “Why am … Read More “Question: Is it wrong to take medication for your mental illness as a Christian? Does this mean my faith is weak? Should I try to find natural remedies instead?” »
Thank you for the question on assurance of salvation, “Why are so many people on Quora saying that you can lose your salvation when the Bible says otherwise?” The reason why individuals say that one can lose one’s salvation is that there is a failure to distinguish between relationship and fellowship with God. Relationship has to … Read More “Question: Why are so many people on Quora saying that you can lose your salvation when the Bible says otherwise?” »