Question: I realize that astrology and the Zodiac today is something that God would not condone, but I heard some argue that the Zodiac was originally a biblical concept that was corrupted during the time of the tower of Babel. Is there any proof supporting this claim? ;Also, in my Rome and Jerusalem class, we […]
Question: Doesn’t Mark 16 where Jesus says, “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved” contradict teachings on salvation by grace alone? Also, if you say that Mark 16 was inserted over time then doesn’t the Bible fall short of it’s claim to be inerrant? Answer: First of all, you will not find the phrase […]
Question: After studying through the book of Esther and trying to draw parallels, I had a few things that I just could not make sense of. First, I had a hard time figuring out King Xerxes and Queen Vashti?s interaction in the first chapter. I could not be sure who was the villain and who […]
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Cristianismo y Ciencia: Una Historia. Las notas son en ingles pero, un powerpoint en Espanol esta aqui. Christianity and Science: A History San Diego, CA August 5, 2005 John Oakes evidenceforchristianity.org The ancient world: Chaos vs Cosmos 1. Thales (585 BC) Predicted a Solar Eclipse: Nature is predictable. Cosmos and the […]
Question: I have been developing a theory or a concept for living according to God’s plan for mankind. Please tell me where there are flaws in my concept. God created man and all other creation according to his will and pleasure. He differentiated man to be in his own “image,” which I think should read […]
Question: I have heard a few sermons preached on the situation that took place in the Garden of Eden. Eve being tempted by the snake, Adam standing by and also partaking in the forbidden fruit. The questions of Adam’s fault or Eve’s fault seem secondary to the question why let the #&@% snake in the […]
Question: I had a question about a passage I read recently. It’s the passage in 1 Corinthians 10 that talks about the 23,000 killed for sexual immorality. However, in Numbers, it states that 24,000 were killed. I ‘ve read Paul was referring to Ex 32 and not the passage in Numbers. I’ve also read that […]
Question: Thanks a lot for your extremely informative book “Is there a God?” I have read it several times. I totally agree with your opinion that the Creationist’s theory about the creation of up to thousands of feet of sediments through the flood (described in Genesis 7-9) is wrong. Nevertheless, in a creationist book I […]
Question: I wonder why the break-up in the churchof God. I mean Catholic, Anglican, Baptist, International Church of Christ etc…. Sometimes I imagine why most group claim to be the only Christians among the Christian circle. What caused the break up? How did it happen? What could be done? The Catholic Church has been existing […]
Question: For a long time I have wondered why Luke and John describe the Mary?s and the disciples not recognizing Jesus after the resurrection. Even Thomas didn?t recognize him until he saw the scars (even after the other disciples told him who he was.) I guess I just always chocked it up to the disciples […]
Question: I heard someone say they thought Moses striking the rock in to get water in Exodus 17 and then the second time being told to speak to it, was supposed to be a model of the first and second coming of Christ that Moses messed up. (1st he had to be “struck” and killed […]
Question: Do you think there were significant scientific changes that occurred with the fall of man? Is it possible it was not until this point that the spiritual and physical realms became separate, or was it just that Adam and Eve didn?t realize it until then? Also, I remember from chemistry talking about the theory […]
Question: I have been talking to a friend and we are trying to understand luke 16:9. My friend sees this as something negative “…buying your friends” because of the previous context, but I see it as something positive. Can you help me understand this verse? Answer: This is a good question. There are a couple […]
Question: What is the significance of the angel that appears to Daniel in chapter 10 telling him that he was summoned 21 days ago but was held up by “the Prince of the Kingdomof Persia”? I believe every scripture is there for a reason and God does not bother with insignificant issues, so what is […]
Question: My question is about doubt. I have to write a paper for a Bible class I take at my school. The paper is on the subject of doubt. I was just wondering if you think doubt is a sinfull act or an act of trying to find God. What do you think is the […]
Question: i would like to add one more question is that, what does exact interpretation of the scripture in 1 cor. that poul says there is a thorn in my flesh,is he talking bout any desease or something else?PLs explain me. Answer: I assume you mean 2 Corinthians 12:7-10. Many commentators have debated the interpretation […]
Question: My question is: we have only one God (Jesus) but is it differentiated in the Bible as Father, Son and Spirit? Is the Father the only God and Jesus is His son or are Jesus and the Father one being? Answer: These questions have puzzled Christians for centuries, so you are not alone! It […]
ARS Evidence for Christianity Newsletter Letters to the Editors September 2006 John, I’m at AIM in Athens(Online course) and I just wanted to say "thanks" for the lesson today. It was very inspirational and it fueled my desire to study more so that I can get some evangelistic "Evidence" classes going when I get […]
? The Jewish High Holy Days Phillip Lester 9/23/06 Jews all over the world are about to enter a three week period called the High Holy Days. They involve special Jewish celebrations for the fall season. Although they are found in the Scriptures, their position in the Jewish calendar is often overlooked by disciples. They […]
Question: Is there such thing as speaking in tongues? In the Bible Paul said he had that spiritual gift and it was his greatest gift (1CO 14), and then I read a study Bible and it said that as Christians we could have the gift but it is not of help to others but just […]
Cosmic Origins The significance of the Big Bang for Theism Matt Longhorn, Reading, UK (philosophical_1@hotmail.com) September 21, 2006 The story of our understanding of the universe has been charted well in the agnostic author Robert Jastrow?s – God and the Astronomers. Jastrow traces the Big Bang theory back to mathematical calculations by […]
Question: Why does Jude quote apocryphal literature in verse 9 and 14? People often immediatley dismiss this by saying “just because he quotes apocryphal literature doesn’t mean he considers it scripture”, and point out to where Paul quotes other pagan poets. This is true, however what bothers me is that he refers the prophecy directly […]
Question: How do we know that the word “Law” in the NT is referring to the Mosaic Law? Also does baptism equateto circumcision? Answer: I want to suggest you do your own additional research on this topic, as I cannot claim to be an expert on this. Let me share with you what I have […]
Question: When Jesus’ resurrection happened why did he appear to his apostles first? Why did he not appear to the Pharisees & teachers of the law who handed Jesus over to be crucified? Answer: The Bible does not answer this question, at least not directly. This requires me to speculate to some extent. First of […]
Question:What is Buddism & its childhood & what is the difference between him & Christ? I’m a Christian ; How can I speak with atheists & what is the main point to persuade them to be a Christian? Answer: Here is a little information on Buddhism, its founder and its teachings: Founder: Gautama Buddha or […]
Question: I run a “myspace” for Christianity and I had my first tough post. I don’t know how to respond to it. Where did Jesus first appear to the eleven disciples after the resurrection? Here is the comment I got at my site: ;Where did Jesus first appear to the eleven disciples? oh wait i […]
Question/Comment: I just finished reading an article you wrote regarding the ‘evidence’ for an intelligent designer and I found it so intellectually dishonest that it inspired me to write you. I hope that someday you come to see the ‘folly’ that comes with accepting ideas such as the ‘anthropic principle.’ Someday I think you will […]
Question: Why did God choose to deliver His only begotten through a virgin when He has the ability to use another way, for example turn a rock into Jesus Christ? Answer: It is always tricky to answer “why” questions about God when he has not answered the question for himself. This requires an educated guess […]
Question: I was born & brought up in a Muslim family in Bangladesh. I had a God fearing heart. From my childhood I tried to follow my rituals. In 1995 I went to Delhi ( INDIA) for my graduation. There I came across with some christian brothers who used to teach among campus students. I […]
What does the Bible have to say about cremation? The Bible says absolutely zero about cremation. Any thoughts on this practice must be generated based on biblical principles, not on direct Bible teaching. What we can say for sure is that our original bodies will completely decay eventually. They will return to dust, as you […]
Question: When will the end of this world come according to the Bible? Answer: That is a great question. Jesus made it clear that no one knows the time of his return. Anyone who tells you when he will come again is deceived. You should not listen to such people. Here is what Jesus said: […]
Question: Can we have the communion on any other day than Sunday? What does the insciption, INRI on the cross mean? Answer: Let me answer the easy question first. INRI is an acronym for a Latin translation of the inscription Pilate had put on the sign he placed on Jesus’ cross. Pilate had a sign […]
Question: I have been dating in the church for a while and I think she is the one. What is the biblical way to find a wife? How should I approach this? Answer: This is a very interesting question to come to a Christian apologetics web site. Normally, apologists are not the first place to […]
Question: I?ve seen somewhere that things such as yoga are instruments of deception becausethey deal with mystic andspiritual aspects. Iquite agree with this position. Can you please elaborate? What about martial arts? Answer: I believe it is possible to over react to yoga and the martial arts. Obviously, no Christian will (or should) take part […]
Question: I feel sad for Judas Iscariot for commiting suicide.I wish he could have waited, but my understanding is after Jesus’s death on the cross he was preaching to the dead. Somewshre in Hebrew or Peter it’s mentioned & Jesusmakes acomparison toJonahwhowas inside the fish for 3 days. In the same waythe son of man […]
Question: I have a question on John 19:6-7 (NIV); 6As soon as the chief priests and their officials saw him, they shouted, “Crucify! Crucify!” ;But Pilate answered, “You take him and crucify him. As for me, I find no basis for a charge against him.” The Jews insisted, “We have a law, and according to […]
Question: How can you have an intimacy with God? How can I have aclose relation with God?hear his voice or be blessed spiritually? Answer: I am certainly not an expert on this question! This is an Christian apologetics website! Nevertheless, I like to at least make an attempt at answering every question which comes in, […]
Question: I hear a lot of talk about prophecy concerning Israeland that what is going on with current events invloving Israelas fulfilling this prophecy. I suppose they are referring to scriptures such as Ezekiel 37:21 and Psalm 83:4. I always interpret these scriptures about the “nation” or “people Israel” as being symbolic for true Christians, […]
THE PROBLEM OF PAIN AND SUFFERING I An apologetic/intellectual problem. II A human problem. I Pain and Suffering: an apologetic problem. Agnostic says: God is completely good and all-powerful. Given the pain and suffering in the world, this cannot be true. He could be either: A. All-powerful, but certainly not completely […]
Question: I have a question on Polygamy. II Samuel 12:7-8 says that God gave Saul’s kingdom and his house to David. He also gave Saul’s wives in his arms. Does it mean that everything of Saul’s becomes David’s own including the wives? If so, then God does encourage polygamy or not being commited to one […]
Question Do you have a book that addresses a variety of alleged inconsistencies in the Bible. I recently bought a book called Encylopedia of Bible Difficulties. I have been able to resolve my questions through research. I must admit that I came upon some recently that concerned me. Is that normal? To see something that […]
Question: One of the questions I tend to run into a lot from co-workers of mine is “How do we know the Bible was inspired by God” and “How do we know that the men who wrote it didn’t just put in what they wanted us to hear and left other things out?” How could […]
Power Point: The Da Vinci Code 2.58 Mb Note: Approximately 2/3 of this power point was created by Jeff Chacon. Thank you to Jeff for permission to use his work. The Da Vinci Code: A Review Dan Brown?s book, The Da Vinci Code, has been the best selling book in the past few […]
Question: What does Luke11:24-26 mean? Answer: This passage is something like a mini-parable. It is not to be taken literally. Although perhaps it could happen literally, that is not the point. Jesus is talking about our lives. It is not enough to get the evil out or our house (life). We must fill our house […]
Power Point: Church History 609.00 Kb CHURCH HISTORY THE FALL OF THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH Theme #1 Learn from the mistakes of history. Ex: grace ? legalism Ex: doctrine ? zeal, emotion, ?life? John 4:24 in spirit and in truth?. Hard to do both. Ex: asceticism ? freedom be aware of natural […]
Question: This may seem a silly question but I studied out 1Corinthians 15:50-54. Paul says that our bodies, which are perishable and mortal, will be transformed into heavenly bodies which are imperishable and immortal. Would I be right in thinking that this means we will live infinitely when we are saved? Answer: This is not […]
The other gospels say that only ONE of the robbers mocked Jesus, while the other praised him. This is contrary to what Matt. 27:44 says which is that both robbers mocked the Lord. Please explain. One thing to bear in mind is that with the four gospels we have four independent accounts. Two of them […]
Question: Is the book of Revelation prophesying what is going to happen or stating what happened a long time ago? Also, in Revelation it says that the locusts were not given power to kill the people with the gold seal on their head but to torture them so does that mean God’s people will be […]
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