Was the New Testament written while Jesus was alive? Jesus is still alive. Or more accurately: has remained alive since His resurrection and will eternally.…
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Confusion abounds regarding the Apostles creed, which (in English) says Jesus “…descended to hell.” The concept of Jesus suffering after the cross is incongruous with…
Comments closedWhy is there skepticism about the authenticity of prophecies in religious texts like Isaiah, and what evidence do scholars use to support their views? The…
Comments closedThat’s a great question! But, like so much of modern life, it involves scrutiny because of extreme revisionism that has happened in recent decades. Let’s…
Comments closedJesus has two genealogies listed in the new testament: that of Joseph’s ancestry and that of Mary’s (which is listed by Luke under Joseph). Both…
Comments closedGod killed a lot of people in the Bible. Why do Christians say he’s “pro-life”? First, you must understand that God sustains all life, every…
Comments closedWhy does the Gospel of John hardly mention David, while other Gospels emphasize Jesus’ Davidic lineage? There are multiple reasons, in our understanding: 1. Each…
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Comments closedHow can I tell if a new church’s teachings are aligned with having a true personal relationship with Jesus, beyond just denominational practices? Look to…
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Why give credence to Paul’s authority?
By Nik Mouser Early in my walk I struggled with accepting Paul’s authority. Over time, these reasons have convicted me of Paul’s appointment, affirmation and…