Answers to Christianity Questions
Thank you for the question on faith and feeling, “How can I have faith in Paul’s letters in the Bible? I have a feeling they might go against God.” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. One’s faith is not based on one’s feelings. Feelings are subjective. It is easily swayed by one’s circumstances or … Read More “Question: How can I have faith in Paul’s letters in the Bible? I have a feeling they might go against God.” »
Read John 9:39-41. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 39 Jesus said, “For judgment I have come into this world, so that the blind will see and those who see will become blind.” 40 Some Pharisees who were with him heard him say this and asked, … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 9:39-41” »
Thank you for the question on eschatology of does the Bible foretell the future. There will be scholars or historians who would advocate that the Bible is written post event after it happened and others who would advocate that it is a game of chance. In other words, they would infer or state that the … Read More “Question: Can we learn about the future from the Bible?” »
Thank you for the question on calendar, “Where was the calendar first developed according to Genesis 8:12-13?” According to Genesis 1, God made it possible for man to understand the seasons and times. Thus, the “calendar” was not developed in Genesis 8 but in Genesis 1. Genesis 1 says this, “14 And God said, “Let there … Read More “Question: Where was the calendar first developed according to Genesis 8:12-13?” »
Thank you for the theological question, “If Matthew chapter 28 describes the great commission, would that be the evidence against predestination?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration: A. Predestination may be viewed as the plan of God for the salvation of individuals to become children of God. Romans 8 says this, “29 For those God foreknew … Read More “Question: If Matthew chapter 28 describes the great commission, would that be the evidence against predestination?” »
Thank you for the question on Adam and Eve, “If Adam and Eve had to eat from the tree of knowledge to know right from wrong, how could they know it was wrong to eat from the tree?” Here are some thoughts on your question of Adam and Eve knowing Good and Evil: A. Adam and … Read More “Question: If Adam and Eve had to eat from the tree of knowledge to know right from wrong, how could they know it was wrong to eat from the tree?” »
Thank you for the interpretation of creation days, “Exodus 20:11 and 31:15 say, “In six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth.” Do “six days” mean literal six days, that is, 24 hours x 6 times?” Although many Christians hold to a literal six days of creation, I do not hold to that point … Read More “Question: Exodus 20:11 and 31:15 say, “In six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth.” Do “six days” mean literal six days, that is, 24 hours x 6 times?” »
Part IV: The Journey From Sight To Faith Chapter 1: The Last Laugh! I said to Ramona that if the Lord wanted me to be a pastor, He will have to open the door for me to be accepted in a seminary. However, deep down in my heart and mind, I thought to myself, “I … Read More “My Journey of Faith: The Last Laugh!” »
Read John 9:35-38. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 35 Jesus heard that they had thrown him out, and when he found him, he said, “Do you believe in the Son of Man?” 36 “Who is he, sir?” the man asked. “Tell me so that I … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 9:35-38” »
Thank you for the question on the Bible and the Constitution, “What is more legitimate, the Bible or the Constitution?” For one’s consideration, here are some thoughts on your question: A. The question asks about the legitimacy of the Bible and the Constitution. Definition of legitimate has to do with conforming to the laws or rules. … Read More “Question: What is more legitimate, the Bible or the Constitution?” »