Just curious (hypothetical, if you dare to answer honestly): For those who wear a cross on a chain around your neck, are you so assured of the credibility of your Bible that you would actually wear a guillotine, or stretch rack if written instead?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the application question, “Just curious (hypothetical, if you dare to answer honestly): For those who wear a cross on a chain around your neck, are you so assured of the credibility of your Bible that you would actually wear a guillotine, or stretch rack if written instead?” There are hundreds if not … Read More “Just curious (hypothetical, if you dare to answer honestly): For those who wear a cross on a chain around your neck, are you so assured of the credibility of your Bible that you would actually wear a guillotine, or stretch rack if written instead?” »

People told me the Dead Sea Scrolls are a joke and were made by the powerful elites to throw us off track of the 100% real word of the Bible, King James version, how are they so sure? And aren’t the Dead Sea Scrolls 100% authentic?

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Old Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question on the translation of the Hebrew and Greek text, “People told me the Dead Sea Scrolls are a joke and were made by the powerful elites to throw us off track of the 100% real word of the Bible, King James version, how are they so sure? And aren’t the Dead … Read More “People told me the Dead Sea Scrolls are a joke and were made by the powerful elites to throw us off track of the 100% real word of the Bible, King James version, how are they so sure? And aren’t the Dead Sea Scrolls 100% authentic?” »

What does Hagai 2:6-8 mean?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the interpretive question, “What does Hagai (Haggai) 2:6-8 mean?” As I read again the contexts of Haggai 2, the writer is comparing the present glory of the Temple to the former glory of the Temple. The present condition and state of the Temple was pale in comparison to the former building to those … Read More “What does Hagai 2:6-8 mean?” »

Why am I so repulsed by those preaching the Bible to me while I myself have enjoyed studying it for all my life?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the application question, “Why am I so repulsed by those preaching the Bible to me while I myself have enjoyed studying it for all my life?” There may be a variety of reasons for the aversion of preachers of the Word. Here are the reasons for one’s consideration: A. One may interpret that … Read More “Why am I so repulsed by those preaching the Bible to me while I myself have enjoyed studying it for all my life?” »

In Hebrews 12:25, who is “Him”?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretive question, “In Hebrews 12:25, who is “Him”? As one reads the context of Hebrews 12, there is a reference to Moses-Israelites at Mount Sinai. There is the reference to the speaker at Mount Sinai. There is the reference to the speaker to the followers of Jesus Christ. As one reads the … Read More “In Hebrews 12:25, who is “Him”?” »

When did the Apostle Paul learn Greek?

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New Testament, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question, “When did the Apostle Paul learn Greek?” The Scriptures does not state when Saul of Tarsus learned Greek. Since Saul was born in Tarsus of Cilicia (Acts 22:2), it is likely that he learned Greek as a child as this was a Greek-Roman city. It is may well be that … Read More “When did the Apostle Paul learn Greek?” »

If every person is destined to be born, why do women ovulate 12 times per year? Why not ovulate 3 times in your life, if you’re destined to have 3 kids?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on pregnancy of women, “If every person is destined to be born, why do women ovulate 12 times per year? Why not ovulate 3 times in your life, if you’re destined to have 3 kids?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. No couple knows in advance how many … Read More “If every person is destined to be born, why do women ovulate 12 times per year? Why not ovulate 3 times in your life, if you’re destined to have 3 kids?” »

Who wrote the first dictated letter?

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New Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question, “Who wrote the first dictated letter?” If one is referring to the New Testament, it is most likely Caesar Augustus when he issued a decree that a census should be taken of the Roman empire (Luke 2:1). It is noted that rulers would often dictate their decrees in a letter … Read More “Who wrote the first dictated letter?” »

Do you think President Trump can quote or even paraphrase two scriptures from the Bible?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on President Trump, “Do you think President Trump can quote or even paraphrase two scriptures from the Bible?” Absolutely for even agnostics and atheists can cite more than two verses from the Bible. As I have read some of the respondents, the choice by Christians is both a moral and personality … Read More “Do you think President Trump can quote or even paraphrase two scriptures from the Bible?” »

In James 2:23, does the use of the word “fulfilled” (ἐπληρώθη) suggest that Genesis 15:6 was a prophecy about the future?

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New Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question, “In James 2:23, does the use of the word “fulfilled” (ἐπληρώθη) suggest that Genesis 15:6 was a prophecy about the future?” As I read Genesis15 and James 2 again, the answer is yes in that Genesis 15:6 is prophetic since it was a promise made by God to Abram. Genesis … Read More “In James 2:23, does the use of the word “fulfilled” (ἐπληρώθη) suggest that Genesis 15:6 was a prophecy about the future?” »