I am sorry to hear that a friend of yours has a passing of her granddaughter. The grieve may be very deep depending on the relationship with her granddaughter and the circumstances of her passing. May I suggest this for your consideration: A. Reflect on your friendship with your friend. The closeness of your friendship … Read More “Question: My friend lost a grandmother, what can I do for her?” »
Read John 20:1-2. Circle the word(s) that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 1Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. 2 So she came running to Simon Peter and the … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 20:1-2” »
Thank you for the question about Genesis 1:20, “In Genesis ” God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life, and fowl that may fly above the earth in the open firmament of heaven” is this a Biblical version of evolution?” In sharing my response to the question, the question is … Read More “Question: In Genesis ” God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life, and fowl that may fly above the earth in the open firmament of heaven” is this a Biblical version of evolution?“ »
Thank you for the question on the Great Flood of Genesis, “According to Genesis, did God destroy all life on Earth or just mankind during the Great Flood?” Genesis 6 says this, “The LORD regretted that he had made human beings on the earth, and his heart was deeply troubled. 7 So the LORD said, “I will … Read More “Question: According to Genesis, did God destroy all life on Earth or just mankind during the Great Flood?“ »
Thank you for the interpretative question, “If borders are biblical, is it because of Acts 17:26?” If I may suggest that borders are biblical The text says this, “24 The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. 25 … Read More “Question: If borders are biblical, is it because of Acts 17:26?“ »
Thank you for the question on the Great Tribulation, “Why do theologians believe the two witnesses show up in the first half of the Great Tribulation? Do they possibly come during the time of the Feast of Trumpets?” The appearance of the two witnesses during the first half of the Great Tribulation is subjective . As … Read More “Question: Why do theologians believe the two witnesses show up in the first half of the Great Tribulation? Do they possibly come during the time of the Feast of Trumpets?“ »
Thank you for the opinion question, “Any theological arguments made without any reference to the Bible can be dismissed on the grounds that such claims are not based on the scripture. Do you agree or disagree?” As I ponder this question, it would be helpful if one has an example of a theological argument without any … Read More “Question: Any theological arguments made without any reference to the Bible can be dismissed on the grounds that such claims are not based on the scripture. Do you agree or disagree?” »
Read John 19:38-42. Circle the word(s) that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 38 Later, Joseph of Arimathea asked Pilate for the body of Jesus. Now Joseph was a disciple of Jesus, but secretly because he feared the Jewish leaders. With Pilate’s permission, he came and took the body away. … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 19:38-42” »
Thank you for the question on rudeness, “Does the Bible justify rudeness?” In orderr to answer this question one has to define rudeness. Rudeness is defined as lack of manners; discourtesy. It may be regard to table manners as constantly interrupting someone or giving negative comments about something or someone. As a general principle, the Bible … Read More “Question: Does the Bible justify rudeness?“ »
Thank you for the question on Bible verses, “Are there any books containing professional documentaries about the Bible’s verses?” In thinking about your question, the phrase professional documentaries need to be clarified. There are theological journals and commentaries that may address your question. Theological research papers are published in theological journals. They are usually published by … Read More “Question: Are there any books containing professional documentaries about the Bible’s verses?“ »