Q&A 0239 – Horoscopes
Written on April 30, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
I would like to ask you about your attitude to horoscopes. Can they ever be useful for knowing a man’s character, and then using this knowledge for better communication, even… Read More
Q&A 0238 – Traffic regulations
Written on April 28, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
The Bible says we are to obey the law of the land — its authorities and their rules (1 Peter 2:13-17, Romans 13:1-7, Titus 3:1). If going against laws instituted… Read More
Apologetics: The Real Jesus of History, by Joel Stephen Williams
Written on April 26, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Material found and used with permission from www.DoesGodExist.org. The Real Jesus of History by Joel Stephen Williams Since many have undertaken to set down an orderly account of the events… Read More
Q&A 0237 – Interpretation and the Genesis account
Written on April 26, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
I have been reading the book, Is there a God? by John Oakes. I have found this book most interesting, but there is one question that still bothers me referring… Read More
Q&A 0236 – Why don’t children take communion?
Written on April 24, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
This question was prompted by a friend who came to church with me. So, I followed up and read your wonderful article on the Lords Supper. However, a question remains for me. I… Read More
N.T. Wright on The Da Vinci Code
Written on April 22, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Wright’s response to The Da Vinci code is worth reading. Click here. Many other works by Wright may be found at http://www.ntwrightpage.com/
Q&A 0235 – Chronology in the Gospel accounts
Written on April 22, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Were two different chronological systems in use here? John 19:13-14a reads, "When Pilate heard this, he brought Jesus out and sat down on the judge’s seat at a place known… Read More
Liftin’ Holy Hands, Shoutin’ and Dancin’ – Anon.
Written on April 21, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
The following is an exploratory study emphasizing select worship practices common in Bible times, yet uncommon in our fellowship. We hope that by expanding our awareness of the heart worship… Read More
Q&A 0234 – Matthew 28 a late addition?
Written on April 20, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
I recently in a book read that there is much criticism among biblical scholars as to the authenticity of the Great Commission passage. It is alleged that Mt 28:18-20 is… Read More
Gender Ideology Harms Children
Written on April 19, 2006 at 5:01 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
From the American College of Pediatricians. Read the article by clicking here. For a dissenting view (the other side of the issue) the next link is from Huffington Post’s “Queer… Read More
Q&A 0233 – Polygamy
Written on April 18, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
I was wondering, how is it that polygamy was allowed in the Old Testament and yet is frowned upon in the New Testament? — Marcie Lindow (Tampa) I do not… Read More
Gospel of Judas
Written on April 17, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
From Paris Murray (Manila, Philippines): For any interested, here’s the full meal deal on the Gospel of Judas thus far. Very fascinating — there’s a lot to learn hear about… Read More
Gnosticism
Written on April 17, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
The following website will help those unfamiliar with Gnosticism to understand this ancient (and modern) heresy, and to see easily why recent sensationalistic announcements about Gnostic documents barely faze the… Read More
Q&A 0232 – What is the battle of Armageddon?
Written on April 16, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
What exactly is the battle of Armageddon? Is there going to be a literal battle, as Revelation 16 seems to indicate? And how can we prepare for this awful battle… Read More
Q&A 0231 – Should Christians be involved in politics?
Written on April 14, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
What is your opinion on whether is it right for a Christian to be involved in politics? I am wary of politics, perhaps because we lived for ten years in… Read More
Q&A 0230 – What about the pagans?
Written on April 12, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Could you clarify how ancient races outside the Middle East had the opportunity to learn about God? E.g. what about the 40,000+ year-old aboriginal culture of Australia, Pacific islanders or… Read More
Apologetics: Bug-Eating Snapping Plants
Written on April 12, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Used by permission from John Clayton (Does God Exist?) Most of us have heard of the Venus flytrap. We know it is a plant that eats bugs, and we may… Read More
Q&A 0229 – Hippocratic Oath
Written on April 10, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Wasn’t there once a pledge doctors used to have to make about not performing abortions? Yes indeed! Please listen to the words of Hippocrates, the great ancient Greek physician (died… Read More
Q&A 0228 – Dinosaurs
Written on April 8, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Where are the dinosaurs mentioned in the Bible? How would you answer this question and what scriptures convey the truth about the matter? — Athena Gonzalez The fact is nowhere… Read More
Gospel of Judas: the developing story
Written on April 6, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Lately the media have been making a big deal out of the so-called “Gospel of Judas,” and even National Geographic is getting in on the action. This document, like hundreds… Read More
Q&A 0227 – Death and Hades
Written on April 6, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
In Revelation 20:13 it says that "death and Hades gave up the dead that were in them." What exactly is meant by the phrase "death and Hades"? I always thought… Read More
Apologetics: God Lives Under the Bed (John Clayton)
Written on April 5, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
With thanks to John Clayton (www.DoesGodExist.org), 2006. We, John & Phyllis Clayton, received this as an e-mail from Ann Halford, a friend of ours and of our multiply-handicapped son Tim…. Read More
Q&A 0226 – Anthropomorphisms
Written on April 4, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Genesis 18:20 reads: “The Lord said, ‘The outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is so great and their sin so grievous that I will go down and see if what they… Read More
Q&A 0225 – Outsiders
Written on April 2, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
In Luke 9, some of the apostles tell Jesus they tried to stop someone who was driving out demons in his name, yet Jesus told them not to stop them,… Read More