Question: So archaeologist/historians have an explanation why the Hebrews wrote about their exodus from Egypt, since they come to the conclusion that it likely didn’t happen?

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Old Testament

As one reads about the Exodus on the internet, one will find reasons or arguments why the Exodus never happened. The most common conclusion is that since the Exodus never happened, then it must a fairy tale or a glorified history of Israelites. Most liberal scholars date the writings of the Old Testament to the … Read More “Question: So archaeologist/historians have an explanation why the Hebrews wrote about their exodus from Egypt, since they come to the conclusion that it likely didn’t happen?” »

Question: I am learning Hebrew by reading the Old Testament in the original. Much of what seems explicit in the KJV is actually inferred and implicit in the Hebrew text. Is this a widespread characteristic of Biblical Hebrew?

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The Bible

Thank you for the question, “I am learning Hebrew by reading the Old Testament in the original. Much of what seems explicit in the KJV is actually inferred and implicit in the Hebrew text. Is this a widespread characteristic of Biblical Hebrew?” There may be a variety of usages or meaning to a world. Context would … Read More “Question: I am learning Hebrew by reading the Old Testament in the original. Much of what seems explicit in the KJV is actually inferred and implicit in the Hebrew text. Is this a widespread characteristic of Biblical Hebrew?” »

LSFC Sermon PowerPoint, War of Words, Ephesians 6:1

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Sermon/Sunday School

To access the hyperlink for the sermon notes in the slide presentation you MUST go into the POST. To be directed to the post, CLICK on the BOLD TITLE (LSFC Sermon PowerPoint, War of Words, Ephesians 6:1) above. PowerPoint presentation for February 27th, 2022, click here: PowerPoint presentation -Kingston

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 10:1-2

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 10:1-2. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 1 “Very truly I tell you Pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The one who enters by … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 10:1-2” »

Question: Why is the Bible read by both believers and non-believers?

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Christian Living, The Bible, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on reading the Bible, “Why is the Bible read by both believers and non-believers?” Here are some thoughts on why believers and non-believers read the Bible: A. The Bible is read in seeking life questions of purpose and meaning of life. B. The Bible is read for comfort and hope to … Read More “Question: Why is the Bible read by both believers and non-believers?” »

Question: According to Proverbs 1:7, what is “the beginning of knowledge”?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the interpretative question on Proverbs 1:7, “According to Proverbs 1:7, what is “the beginning of knowledge”? Proverbs 1:7 says this, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools[c] despise wisdom and instruction.” The fear of the LORD is not just fearful of God for the “hammer” that he may bring … Read More “Question: According to Proverbs 1:7, what is “the beginning of knowledge”?” »

My Journey of Faith: The Giants of Getting Ready for Dallas

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Devotional Thoughts

Part IV:  The Journey From Sight To Faith. Chapter 2: The Giants of Getting Ready for Dallas The Transfer to Dallas, Texas As I was waiting for my GRE Score and my anticipated letter of rejection from Dallas Theological Seminary, AT&T was on strike in the late May and into June. With all that free … Read More “My Journey of Faith: The Giants of Getting Ready for Dallas” »

Question: The stories in the Torah about the Patriarchs emphasize the eternal implications of posterity, of children, of extended multigenerational family. What have we lost by shifting the emphasis to the individual?

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Christian Living, Old Testament

Thank you for the application question of passing on one’s faith, “The stories in the Torah about the Patriarchs emphasize the eternal implications of posterity, of children, of extended multigenerational family. What have we lost by shifting the emphasis to the individual?” The question that you posed is a very relevant one. Here are some thoughts … Read More “Question: The stories in the Torah about the Patriarchs emphasize the eternal implications of posterity, of children, of extended multigenerational family. What have we lost by shifting the emphasis to the individual?” »

Question: Is there still a turning sword at the Garden of Eden according to the Bible?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question about Tree of Life in the Garden of Eden, “Is there still a turning sword at the Garden of Eden according to the Bible?” Genesis 3 records this narrative after Adam and Eve sinned by eating the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden. “23 So the Lord God banished him from … Read More “Question: Is there still a turning sword at the Garden of Eden according to the Bible?” »

Question: What would society be like if breaking the ten commandments and sinning had always been legal and acceptable?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the absence of moral laws, “What would society be like if breaking the ten commandments and sinning had always been legal and acceptable?” It would be likely that most if not all society had some form of government or tribal rules to maintain some order in that community. The values … Read More “Question: What would society be like if breaking the ten commandments and sinning had always been legal and acceptable?” »