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| 2024-03-25 |
King of Tyre & Bible Chapter Titles:
Who has the power to title the Bible's chapters and why would the title given be ignored? Isn't it irresponsible to apply something that scripture does not say? [Ezekiel 28:12-16, Isaiah 14:12-15, Ezekiel 26-28, Ezekiel 28:1, Ezekiel 28:12, Ezekiel 12:16]. |
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| 2024-03-13 |
Parable of the Sower:
Do you think that the "Parable of the Sower" is teaching that there are two ways to lose your salvation? [Matthew 13:18-23, John 15:1-4, Luke 8:4-15, Mark 4:4-20]. Understanding Scripture: How do you understand the nuance of just reading the Bible and really understanding, especially when writers like James seem to stretch for the explanation? How do we know when to apply it to then or now? [Acts 15:14-17, Amos 9:11-12]. |
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| 2024-02-16 |
The Problem with Dispensationalism:
Do not Dispensationalists tend to interpret scripture by what is not there, and often they don't allow the Bible to interpret itself? [1 Thessalonians 4:16, John 6:39, 40, 44, 54, John 12:48, Isaiah 28:16, 2 Corinthians 3:16-18, 2 Peter 1:20, Luke 24:45] |
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| 2024-01-08 |
No Food (or Stomachs) in Heaven:
Caller thinks there will be no need for stomachs in heaven because the food will be so pure. [1 Corinthians 6:13]. Liberty for the Christian: When does one take "liberty" with scripture too far? Can we read too much into it? [Luke 17:10]. |
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| 2023-09-28 |
The Living Bible:
What do you think about "The Living Bible?" |
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| 2023-09-14 |
Age of Earth:
What are your thoughts on the age of the earth? [Genesis 1]. |
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| 2023-08-09 |
Literal vs Metaphor:
How do we know when to interpret the Bible literally versus metaphorically? Like the Genesis creation story and when devils and demons are identified? [Hebrews 12:22-24, Isaiah 28:16, 1 Corinthians 10:4]. Climate Change: What is the possibility that humans can change the climate? |
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| 2023-05-24 |
Bible Translation Evaluation (Pet Peeves):
What are some of your "pet peeves" when assessing Bible translations?[Romans 6:6, Colossians 3:9-10, Ephesians 2:15, Ephesians 4:22-24]. |
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| 2023-04-17 |
Revelation's Difficulty:
Caller shares her insight as to why she thinks that Revelation is so confusing, then asks, "Why do you think it is?" |
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| 2023-03-02 |
Dress Rehearsal:
So you don't believe that this is a "dress rehearsal" for the next life? Rabbi's Midrash (Jewish View): Do you think it is essential to understand the Jewish rabbi's "Midrash" to understand the scripture properly? |
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| 2022-12-08 |
Jeremiah 31:
Can you bring clarity to these two verses in Jeremiah? [Jeremiah 31:22, Jeremiah 31:27]. |
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| 2022-11-18 |
Taking License in Translating:
Some versions seem to suggest that the coming event being described is more immediate than it was. Is that intentional? [Mark 11:10]. Star of Bethlehem: Should I be giving away the documentary "Star of Bethlehem? [Matthew 2:9]. |
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| 2022-10-20 |
Bible Literalism:
What do you think about Karen Armstrong (in her book, "The Bible-a Biography.") claiming that Genesis was not considered literally true in previous centuries? [Judges 9:8]. Literal vs Symbolic Passages: Where does one draw the line in understanding which passages in scripture to take literally vs symbolic? [Genesis 1:26-27, Isaiah 40:3, Mark 1:3]. |
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| 2022-10-20 |
Bible Literalism:
What do you think about Karen Armstrong (in her book, "The Bible-a Biography.") claiming that Genesis was not considered literally true in previous centuries? [Judges 9:8]. Literal vs Symbolic Passages: Where does one draw the line in understanding which passages in scripture to take literally vs symbolic? [Genesis 1:26-27, Isaiah 40:3, Mark 1:3]. |
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| 2022-08-01 |
"Life Application Bible" or "The Living Bible":
What do you think of "Life Application Bible" and "The Living Bible?" Bible Translations: Which Bible translation would you recommend? Perhaps something easier than "The New King James"? |
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| 2022-07-01 |
Altering the Word of God:
How do they scriptures against altering the Word of God apply to some of the paraphrases, dynamic equivalency and other translations of the Bible? |
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| 2022-04-12 |
Bible Translation-King James Only:
What do you think about those that think that only the King James Translation is a good translation? |
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| 2022-03-18 |
Eschatology & Politics in Judges (Daniel, Isaiah):
Atheist asks-Is there any eschatological or current political application to the Old Testament story of Ehud? [Judges 3]. Determining Biblical History from Parables & Allegories: From an atheist-How does one determine the difference between actual Biblical history, allegory, fables, parables, etc.? Atheist Questions Authenticity of Scripture: Atheist challenges that various religious groups differ dramatically in their opinions of the meanings in scripture, asserts that the Bible is false, and challenges how one determines the correct interpretation of scripture. |
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| 2022-02-22 |
Unclear Bible Passages:
Do you think that God leaves some things unclear to keep us busy? [Matthew 24:46, Luke 12:43, Luke 19:13, Acts 1:7]. |
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| 2022-02-16 |
King James Only:
What do you think of Peter Ruckman (King James Only)? Pauline Doctrine: What is Pauline doctrine? Recommends chart, "Jesus & Paul", found at Matthew713.com. [Galatians 5:6, James 2:26, Ephesians 2:8-9]. |
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| 2022-02-10 |
Eastern Orthodoxy vs Protestantism and Church Fathers:
Are Protestants inconsistent to say they only go by the Bible when church tradition is what gave them the canon of scripture? Trusting the Church Fathers for the Books & the Doctrines: Is it inconsistent to accept the church father's view of authorship of the books, while rejecting the church father's theological interpretations and doctrines such as, transubstantiation, etc.? |
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| 2022-02-10 |
Babylon has Fallen:
When Revelation says that "Babylon has fallen", to whom is that referring? [Revelation 18:2, Revelation 11:8]. |
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| 2021-11-04 |
New King James Version:
Do you think that the New King James improves upon the King James Version? |
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| 2021-11-04 |
Good Bible Commentators (Commentaries):
Who are some good Bible commentators you respect? |
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| 2021-10-15 |
Salvation without Repentance:
Could you explain what is meant by "the gift of God is without repentance"? [Romans 11:29, John 3:5]. King James Bible Version Only: What do you think about a church who thinks that the King James Bible is the only acceptable Bible to use? Recommended book; "The King James Only Debate" by James White |
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| 2021-10-14 |
Inspired Bible Translators:
Were the translators of the Bible inspired as the original writers were? The 144,000: Could you talk about the 144,000 who will be ruling in heaven some day? [Revelation 7, Revelation 14, Hebrews 12:22, James 1:18]. |
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| 2021-09-07 |
Bible or Holy Spirit:
Should we follow the Bible or the Holy Spirit? [I Thessalonians 5:21]. |
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| 2021-08-27 |
Understanding Matthew 24:
Isn't it necessary to read the preceding chapters to understand Matthew 24? [Matthew 24]. |
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| 2021-08-20 |
The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved:
Caller attempts to make the case that the "disciple whom Jesus loved" was someone other than John the Apostle (Caller thinks it's Lazarus.) [John 21:7, John 21:20, Acts 4:13, John 11:5]. |
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| 2021-06-24 |
Biblical Mathematical Calculations:
Isn't it realistic to think that some of the biblical mathematical calculations, such as in the 70 weeks in Daniel's prophecy and Cyrus' Decree? |
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| 2021-06-24 |
Symbolism in Scripture:
Why does the Bible have so many symbolic references, instead of just explaining directly what is meant? |
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| 2021-05-17 |
Symbolism & The Millennium in Scripture:
Caller disagrees with Steve about his stance on when to use symbolic or literal interpretation, particularly in regard to The Millennium. [Revelation 20, I Thessalonians 4:14, Revelation 11-12, Revelation 19, Psalm 50:10, Psalm 90:4, 2 Peter 3:8]. |
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| 2021-04-22 |
Seeing Ourselves in Bible Story:
The video series called "American Gospel" made the statement that people should see themselves in the Bible stories, such as David overcoming a giant? Korah author of Psalm: How is it that the Sons of Korah could have written Psalms, when he was so evil and killed by God? |
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| 2021-03-01 |
Words in Red in Revelation:
Why are some parts of Revelation in red? [Revelation 1:8, Revelation 1:18]. Capitalized Pronouns in Bible: Who decided which pronouns are capitalized in Bibles? |
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| 2021-03-01 |
Words in Red in Revelation:
Why are some parts of Revelation in red? [Revelation 1:8, Revelation 1:18]. Capitalized Pronouns in Bible: Who decided which pronouns are capitalized in Bibles? |
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| 2020-12-21 |
Jesus the Beginning of Creation:
Could you help me understand the meaning of the Greek word for "beginning" in this verse about Jesus being the "beginning of creation" in Revelation? [Revelation 3:14, John 1:1-3, Colossians 1:15-16]. Biblical Writers Use of Words & Language: Do you look at the way the Biblical authors use certain words in your study? |
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| 2020-11-20 |
Bible That Doesn't Translate all the Greek Words for Hell:
Is there a Bible translation that actually uses the proper Greek words, like Tartarus and Gehenna, instead of "hell" for all them? Image of Fire & Torture in Hell: Whenever we hear the word hell, we all envision torture in a fire, why is that? [Revelation 20:15, Revelation 10, Matthew 25:41] God Didn't Translate His Word Very Well: Is there a case to be made that God didn't do a very good job of translating His word and getting His message across to us? [Psalm 92:15]. |
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| 2020-10-27 |
All Scripture is Inspired:
What does the verse about scripture actually say in the Greek? [2 Timothy 3:16]. |
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| 2020-10-26 |
Eternal Torment:
Why would God use the English words such as "eternal" and "everlasting" in regard to hell, if He knew how we would understand them, if it is not as we think as they translated it in English? [2 Peter 3, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 25:46, Revelation 20:10]. King James Bible Translation: Were the writers of the King James Bible inspired? |
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| 2020-10-26 |
Eternal Torment:
Why would God use the English words such as "eternal" and "everlasting" in regard to hell, if He knew how we would understand them, if it is not as we think as they translated it in English? [2 Peter 3, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 25:46, Revelation 20:10]. King James Bible Translation: Were the writers of the King James Bible inspired? |
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| 2020-10-22 |
By Whom also He made the Worlds
What other worlds is Hebrews talking about? [Hebrews 1:2] Being Made so much better than the Angels: What does it mean that Jesus was "made" so much better than the angels? [Hebrews 1:4] |
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| 2020-10-22 |
By Whom also He made the Worlds
What other worlds is Hebrews talking about? [Hebrews 1:2] Being Made so much better than the Angels: What does it mean that Jesus was "made" so much better than the angels? [Hebrews 1:4] |
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| 2020-09-21 |
Do Not Take Away From the Scriptures:
Would you put a finer point on the passages about the Bible about "not adding or taking away from scripture"? [Revelation 22:18, Deuteronomy 4:2 & 12:32, Proverbs 30:6, Colossians 2:21, Genesis 3:3]. |
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| 2020-09-01 |
The Creation & Earth's Age in Genesis & the Disciples:
Could you help me sort the age of the earth, creation, and the knowledge and task of the disciples? [Genesis 1:1-2, John 21:25]. |
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| 2020-08-11 |
Why Was Israel Chosen:
Why did God choose Israel to bring about New Testament restoration? "Already, Not Yet" Hermeneutic: I don't understand the "already, not yet" hermeneutic in Progressive Dispensational thinking? |
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| 2020-08-07 |
Bible Reading-Focus & Context
Caller comments on the need to really focus on scripture when reading it, and to consider the context. [I Corinthians 3:14-15, I Corinthians 4:6]. |
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| 2020-06-17 |
"Father, Forgive Them"-Manuscript Variance:
The "Father, forgive them..." verse does not appear in all of the manuscripts, would you speak to that? [Luke 23:34]. |
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| 2020-06-16 |
Scripture Variances in Translations:
Could you clarify the variance between translations regarding Jesus as the Son? [John 1:18]. |
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| 2020-06-10 |
What the Bible Says or Teaches:
Is the truth compromised to indicate what the Bible teaches, rather than what it says? How would that apply to Calvinism? |
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| 2020-05-13 |
Dispensationalism Defended:
Because the Plymouth Brethren and John Nelson Darby were the orginators of Dispensationalism, and were linquists & scholars, how can you disparage their belief system? [Matthew 11:25, Acts 4:13]. |