Genesis 46:26 tells of sixty-six people leaving Canaan and going to Egypt. The sixty-four people constituted the family led by an elderly patriarch. Who was the patriarch?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the patriarch who led his family into Egypt, “Genesis 46:26 tells of sixty-six people leaving Canaan and going to Egypt. The sixty-four people constituted the family led by an elderly patriarch. Who was the patriarch?” To be honest, I am confused as to why you are asking that question. … Read More “Genesis 46:26 tells of sixty-six people leaving Canaan and going to Egypt. The sixty-four people constituted the family led by an elderly patriarch. Who was the patriarch?” »

Why do names of most prominent people in the Bible similar to names in the Qur’an? Yusuf and Joseph, Ibrahim and Abraham, Musa and Moses, Ayub and job, Nuhu and Noah, etc. Are the people the same?

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Old Testament, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the names in the Bible and the Quran, “Why do names of most prominent people in the Bible similar to names in the Qur’an? Yusuf and Joseph, Ibrahim and Abraham, Musa and Moses, Ayub and job, Nuhu and Noah, etc. Are the people the same? The names in the Bible … Read More “Why do names of most prominent people in the Bible similar to names in the Qur’an? Yusuf and Joseph, Ibrahim and Abraham, Musa and Moses, Ayub and job, Nuhu and Noah, etc. Are the people the same?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 1:1-5

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Devotional Thoughts

John 1:1-5 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 1:1-5” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John: Introductory Thoughts

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Devotional Thoughts

The Gospel of John is one of most beloved books in the New Testament Books. It’s beloved because it is written by the beloved disciple of Jesus Christ, the Apostle John. The Apostle John records his memories and experiences with Jesus Christ through the enablement of the Holy Spirit. As an elderly and perhaps the … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John: Introductory Thoughts” »

Why does God care so deeply about David when he is so emotional and sinful?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on God’s care for us, “Why does God care so deeply about David when he is so emotional and sinful?” God knows that we are imperfect humans who is prone to wander from the God that s/he loves. Our wandering from God doesn’t change his love for us. Here are some … Read More “Why does God care so deeply about David when he is so emotional and sinful?” »

Matthew 6:28 why worry about clothes?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the biblical question on Matthew 6:28 why worry about clothes? As one reads the broader context of Matthew 6:28, Jesus declares that one should be more concern for the eternal things rather than the temporary things on earth. Matthew 6 says this, “25 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, … Read More “Matthew 6:28 why worry about clothes?” »

Is the Biblical account of events in Babel the origin of multiple languages?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the origin of languages from the Biblical account, “Is the Biblical account of events in Babel the origin of multiple languages?” According to the Bible, the building of the Tower of Babel was the reason why God “confused” the language of the gathered people. Genesis 11 says this, “Now the whole … Read More “Is the Biblical account of events in Babel the origin of multiple languages?” »

How is it possible to know that there is only one God? How can you trust the Bible as your evidence when it is the propaganda of the God making the claim?

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Questions & Answers, Theology, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on the existence of God, “How is it possible to know that there is only one God? How can you trust the Bible as your evidence when it is the propaganda of the God making the claim?” The question on the existence of God or the “proof” of the existence of … Read More “How is it possible to know that there is only one God? How can you trust the Bible as your evidence when it is the propaganda of the God making the claim?” »

What does Canaanite stand for spiritually in the Bible?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the interpretive question on the Canaanite, “What does Canaanite stand for spiritually in the Bible?” As a respondent to this question, I want to be cautious in not categorizing a people group in a derogatory manner. Here are some thoughts on the Canaanites: A. The Canaanites may represent a people group who has … Read More “What does Canaanite stand for spiritually in the Bible?” »

According to the Bible, how should we purify ourselves before prayer and worship?

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Christian Living

Thank you for the question on worship, “According to the Bible, how should we purify ourselves before prayer and worship?” As one ponders this question, there is a difference between preparing and purifying oneself before prayer and worship. For one’s consideration, here are some thoughts on preparing and purifying oneself. A. Believers can’t purify oneself of … Read More “According to the Bible, how should we purify ourselves before prayer and worship?” »