Thank you for the biblical question on Acts 12:21–23, “Which king was struck down by an angel of the Lord and eaten by worms before he died, because he did not give praise to God (Acts 12:21-23)?” For your consideration, the descendants of King Herod who was the king who attempted to kill the infant Jesus … Read More “Which king was struck down by an angel of the Lord and eaten by worms before he died, because he did not give praise to God (Acts 12:21-23)?” »
Thank you for the question of the status of Anna, “When you read the book of Luke 2:1-32, was Anna the prophetess able to conceive? If yes, show with reference.” Since Anna was married before her husband died, it is assumed that she was able to conceive. One of the reasons why a person would marry … Read More “When you read the book of Luke 2:1-32, was Anna the prophetess able to conceive? If yes, show with reference.” »
Thank you for the question on the descendants of Adam and Eve, “How did we multiply on Earth, since it was only Adam and Eve that were first created and it’s forbidden for a brother to marry among his sisters?” As one reads Genesis 1–2, God didn’t prohibit the marrying of brothers to a sister. The … Read More “How did we multiply on Earth, since it was only Adam and Eve that were first created and it’s forbidden for a brother to marry among his sisters?” »
Read Matthew 6:8-13. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. 9 “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your name,10 your kingdom come,your will be done, on earth as it is in … Read More “Devotional Thoughts on Matthew 6:8-13” »
Read John 3:3-8. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 3 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” 4 “How can someone be born when they are old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely they cannot enter a second time … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 3:3-8” »
Read John 3:1-3. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 1Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 3:1-3” »
Read John 2:18-25. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 18 The Jews then responded to him, “What sign can you show us to prove your authority to do all this?” 19 Jesus answered them, “Destroy this temple, and I will raise it again in three days.” 20 They replied, “It has taken … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in John 2:18-25” »
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Read John 2:13-17. Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 13 When it was almost time for the Jewish Passover, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 In the temple courts he found people selling cattle, sheep and doves, and others sitting at tables exchanging money. 15 So he made a whip out of cords, … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 2:13-17” »
Thank you for the question on discipleship from Luke, “Based on Luke 22:26 and 9:60-62, what does discipleship mean?” Before one seeks to define the meaning of discipleship, I cite the broader passage so that one can understand the context of the verses. Luke 22 says this, “A dispute also arose among them as to which of … Read More “Based on Luke 22:26 and 9:60-62, what does discipleship mean?” »