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What is the sin that leads to death in 1 John 5:16?

Interpretation Sin Theology Questions
/ By Randall Johnson

Question: In 1 John 5 16-17 it says, “If anyone sees his brother commit a sin that does not lead to death, he should pray and God will give him life.” Since the word “brother” is used I don’t

How could Jesus legitimately be our high priest?

Question: If the priesthood was for the tribe of Levi only, then how could Jesus be considered High Priest? Answer: Well, of course, Jesus was from the tribe of Judah as to his human nature, and you’re

Do the Matthew and Luke accounts of Jesus’ birth contradict each other?

Question: In Matthew 2, right after the visit from the Magi, an angel of the Lord appeared in verse 13 and instructed Joseph to take Mary and Jesus to Egypt because their lives were in danger. In verse

Why does Jesus often say, “Verily I say to you”?

Question: Currently we are studying the Sermon on the Mt. The question arose as to why Jesus said, “truly I say to you.” I know in the KJV the actual word was verily, but why that word? Answer: The

Should we pick up snakes?

Question: Could you tell me what your translation of Mark 16:15-18 is? Are believers given the power to drive out demons, speak in new tongues, pick up snakes and heal sick people? Answer: There are two

Is Preaching the Kingdom and the Gospel the Same Thing?

Question: What is the Kingdom of God mentioned in Luke 9? It says, “When Jesus had called the Twelve together, he gave them power and authority to drive out all demons and to cure diseases, and he sent

Are Paul’s Writings Scripture?

Question: How do we know that everything Paul wrote is true? Answer: Jesus told His apostles in John 16:13 that when the Spirit of truth came, He would lead them into all truth. Jesus himself taught his

Why Did Caiaphas Say It Was Good for Jesus to Die?

Atonement Gospel Theology Questions
/ By Randall Johnson

Question: Why in John 18:14 does Caiaphas advise the Jews that it would be good if one man died for the people? Answer: Caiaphas believed that Jesus was a threat to the commonwealth of Israel because he

Do We Believe There Can Never Be More Revelation from God?

Question: I should know the answer to this already, but why do Christians think there can never be more revelation from God (as opposed to the Mormons, who are just fine with God revealing more ideas and

Before Christ, Did God Expect Gentiles to Become Jews in order to be Saved?

Interpretation Law Theology Questions
/ By Randall Johnson

Question: Cornelius was a God-fearing Roman. One commentary says, ”These were Gentiles who loved the God of Israel and were sympathetic to and supportive of the Jewish faith. Yet they stopped short of

Was John the Baptist the Promised “Elijah” Who Was to Come?

Question: In Matthew 17:11-13 Jesus tells his disciples that Elijah has already come, and he was not recognized. It goes on to say that the disciples understood that Jesus was speaking of John the Baptist,

Is Man the Only One Made in God’s Image?

Question: Genesis 2:7 says that God breathed into the man’s nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being. Does it say this of any other creation of God? Answer: It only says that of

Is there a difference between the soul and spirit?

Humanity Theology Questions
/ By Randall Johnson

Question: What is the best way to explain the differences in our soul and spirit? And what happens eternally? Answer: If you do a study of the use of the words “soul” (Hebrew, nephesh, Greek, psuche)

Is Jesus God or the Son of God?

God Jesus Theology Questions
/ By Randall Johnson

Question: Was Jesus God or the Son of God–did God beget him or was he always around–and did he (Jesus) create the world? Answer: Yes. All of that is true. Mark 1:1 says Jesus is the Son of God. John

In “The Passion of the Christ” movie, who is the baby the Satan figure is holding?

Jesus Movies Theology Questions
/ By Randall Johnson

Question: In the movie, The Passion, could you please explain what was the meaning of Satan carrying the baby. Answer: Here is the answer given by an unofficial fan website on the movie, http://www.passion-movie.com: Q.

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