Answers to Christianity Questions
As I thought about your question, here is one thing for your consideration. In the creation narrative of the rising of the land mass from submerged waters is something few if any would have believed it. A. Bible asserts that the landmass arose from the ocean floor. The reasoning is that geologist believe that tectonic … Read More “Is there anything in the Bible that makes one think, “How could they know this?”” »
Thank you for the interpretative question and application on II Corinthians 12:10, “What are your thoughts on the Bible verse 2 Corinthians 12:10?” As I read II Corinthians 12:7–10, the Apostle Paul is making an astonishing declaration that contradicts our responses to trials and tribulations. The trials and tribulations in one’s life are opportunities for God … Read More “What are your thoughts on the Bible verse 2 Corinthians 12:10?” »
Thank you for your question about Paul’s ministry. As one reads the personal letters to Timothy and Titus, the Apostle Paul encouraged his coworkers to be faithful to the Lord and to fulfill their ministry. He shared his testimony of God’s faithfulness and the reward that awaits him and them. His words to the Ephesians … Read More “How did the Apostle Paul end the ministry?” »
Thank you for the Biblical question on location, “Scripture tells of Joseph’s brothers going to Egypt to buy food because of a severe famine in their land. Where did his brothers and his father Jacob live?” As one reads the biblical narrative, Jacob moved away from Esau and initially lived in Shechem, to Bethel where he … Read More “Scripture tells of Joseph’s brother going to Egypt to buy food because of a severe famine in their land. Where did his brothers and his father Jacob live?” »
Thank you for the interpretative question on I John 4:4, “What’s the meaning of 1 John 4:4?” In interpreting a verse, the context may provide insight/clues to the meaning of a verse. The broader context says this, “This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges that Jesus Christ has come in … Read More “What is the meaning of 1 John 4:4” »
Thank you for the question on the Church Age, “Would the church age and the time of the gentiles have occurred without the apostle Paul?” The Church Age is founded on the words of Jesus that his followers are to be his witnesses both in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria, even to the ends of the … Read More “Would the church age and the time of the gentiles have occurred without the apostle Paul?” »
Thank you for the application question, “The Bible says we should only give and be centered on other people, but how if we don’t work on ourselves and wish good for ourselves too?” The Bible does not say followers of Jesus should only give and be centered on other people. The Bible states part of the … Read More “The Bible says we should only give and be centered on other people. How does this work if we don’t work on ourselves and wish good for ourselves too?” »
Thank you for the question on the uniqueness of the Gospel of Mark. For one’s consideration, here are some thoughts for consideration. A. Mark is not written by one of the 12 Apostles but probably under the direction of Peter. B. Mark is the shortest Gospel of the Four Gospel, C. Mark doesn’t include the … Read More “What is unique about the Gospel of Mark?” »
Today there is so much on the internet that one tends to avoid purchasing books and the ones that I recommend are already online. For critical study, I prefer using Analytical Key to the Old Testament by Owens and The NASB-NIV PARALLEL NEW TESTAMENT IN GREEK AND ENGLISH by Marshall. For exegetical study, I like … Read More “Would you be so kind to recommend me a book about the exegetical Bible commentary?” »
As one reads the life of Abram whose later name became Abraham, God promised to Abraham that his wife will have a son. In Genesis 18, God said this to Abraham, “Then one of them said, “I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife will have a son.” Now … Read More “How did Abraham know that God will provide a lamb (Genesis 22:8)” »