Why do today’s ‘Bible scholars’ claim to know Hebrew and Greek but conveniently don’t know English when it comes to the Word “but” in Matt 3:11; Mk 1:8, Lk 3:16, Acts 1:5 that puts contrast on water baptism to justify a water baptism after the cross?

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New Testament

I was going to pass on your question, since the question implies that the Greek scholars had some ulterior motive in selecting the conjunction, “de”. The question further assumes that the word, baptism, refers to water baptisms. May I asked that one read again the broader passage for the text is not referring to water … Read More “Why do today’s ‘Bible scholars’ claim to know Hebrew and Greek but conveniently don’t know English when it comes to the Word “but” in Matt 3:11; Mk 1:8, Lk 3:16, Acts 1:5 that puts contrast on water baptism to justify a water baptism after the cross?” »

If God cannot change his mind, what happened in the case of King Hezekiah?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on God “changing his mind” on King Hezekiah, “If God cannot change his mind, what happened in the case of King Hezekiah?” II Kings says this, “In those days Hezekiah was stricken with a terminal illness. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz visited him and told him, “This is what the LORD … Read More “If God cannot change his mind, what happened in the case of King Hezekiah?” »

What is the message of John 6:60-69?

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Christian Living, New Testament

Thank you for the question on the meaning of John 6:60–69, “What is the message of John 6:60-69?” The message of John 6:60–69 is that no human being can come to the Father unless the Father draws that person to himself. In John 6, Jesus had a large crowd following and listening to his words. They … Read More “What is the message of John 6:60-69?” »

What hermeneutic methods did the Matthew use in quoting Hosea 11 —- He clearly used that quote out of context?

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New Testament

Thank you for the hermeneutic question of Matthew 2 quoting Hosea 11, “What hermeneutic methods did the Matthew use in quoting Hosea 11 —- He clearly used that quote out of context?” If I may venture an answer for one’s consideration on Matthew citing Hosea 11 on Matthew 2:15, from a both historical, exegetical, and eschatological … Read More “What hermeneutic methods did the Matthew use in quoting Hosea 11 —- He clearly used that quote out of context?” »

Did St. Paul use the Greek translation of scripture because this is the one his target audience was most familiar?

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New Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question on “Did St. Paul use the Greek translation of scripture because this is the one his target audience was most familiar?” The Apostle spoke and quoted the Hebrew, Aramaic or Greek language and Scriptures according to the targeted audience. Since the Apostle Paul’s mission was to Greeks, he would have spoken … Read More “Did St. Paul use the Greek translation of scripture because this is the one his target audience was most familiar?” »

Does the Bible still possess the same influence in society that it once had?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the influence of the Bible on our modern society, “Does the Bible still possess the same influence in society that it once had?” As I read the Bible, the influence of the Bible will diminished because of the condition and increased hardness of man’s heart. The Apostle Paul wrote this in II Tim. … Read More “Does the Bible still possess the same influence in society that it once had?” »

Among the synoptic gospels, why was the gospel of Matthew canonized first before the Gospel of Mark?

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New Testament, The Bible

Thank you for the question on canonization of Matthew, “Among the synoptic gospels, why was the gospel of Matthew canonized first before the Gospel of Mark?” Here are some thoughts for one’s consideration as to the reasons why the Gospel of Matthew was canonized first in the Gospels: A. Among the synoptic Gospels, Matthew is recognized … Read More “Among the synoptic gospels, why was the gospel of Matthew canonized first before the Gospel of Mark?” »

What was really Esau’s main crime that made God actually pronounce His resentment for him according to Mal 1:3 and Rom 9:13?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the biblical question, “What was really Esau’s main crime that made God actually pronounce His resentment for him according to Mal 1:3 and Rom 9:13?” The citation of Malachi 1:3 and Romans 9:13 declares that God loved Jacob but hate Esau. It seems unfair that God loved one over another as if Esau … Read More “What was really Esau’s main crime that made God actually pronounce His resentment for him according to Mal 1:3 and Rom 9:13?” »

Was Ishmael the father of Israelites?

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Old Testament

In responding to this question, I am giving my understanding on this difficult question. My viewpoint doesn’t represent other Christians, church or denomination whether Ishmael is the father of the Israelites. From a cultural viewpoint, Ishmael is the firstborn of Abraham. Hagar was elevated from concubine to one of the wives of Abraham. If Hagar … Read More “Was Ishmael the father of Israelites?” »

What Bible stories could be made into rich, thought-provoking movies?

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Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on biblical stories that can be made into rich, thought-provoking movies? There are many films and movies that are already made of Bible characters from Noah, Joseph, The Exodus, Esther, King David, Jesus, and The Tribulation. There are Bible study guides on nearly every subject/topics. What would be interesting to … Read More “What Bible stories could be made into rich, thought-provoking movies?” »