Is the Bible really inspired by God? | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
Is all Scripture inspired by God? 2 Timothy 3:16 says yes, but 1 Corinthians 7:12, 25 indicate otherwise. Is there a contradiction?
William Stewart
Holy Spirit or Water Baptism? The Truth about Acts 22:16, Romans 6:3-4, and more…
Last week we considered the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and wehter Mark 16:16 and Acts 2:38, 41 are speakign about the bapttism of the Holy Spirit or water baptism. Today, we will look at the texts listed below, which some have claimed to be Holy Spirit baptism rather than water baptism.
- Acts 22:16
- Romans 6:3-4
- 1 Corinthians 12:13
- Galatians 3:27
How did Sisera really die? | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
Was Sisera killed in his sleep? Judges 4:21 says that he was sleeping, but Judges 5:26-27 says he was awake and standing up. Is there a contradiction?
Holy Spirit or Water Baptism? The Truth about Acts 2:38 and Mark 16:16
The necessity of baptism is evident to any honest Bible student, as dozens of New Testament texts require it. However, some will dispute whether it is water or Holy Spirit baptism required. We’ll address this question today.
Here are some texts that I’ve been told are Spirit, not water baptism:
- Mark 16:16
- Acts 2:38, 41
- Acts 22:16
- Romans 6:3-4
- 1 Corinthians 12:13
- Galatians 3:27
Before we look at these, consider a few important principles for Bible study.
Secret Teachings of the Lord | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
Did Jesus have secret teachings? Matthew 13:10-11 says He did, but John 18:20 says that He didn’t. Is there a contradiction?
The Spiritual Water Cycle: How the Bible Produces Growth in You
Hydrogeology is the science of water cycle and distribution through the earth. Consider a simple description of the cycle:
- The ground is watered by the falling rain and snow;
- The water runs off into the oceans by the river system;
- Then the water returns to the sky by the process of evaporation.
With the water back in the sky, it is set to fall yet again.
The prophet Isaiah uses the hydrological cycle to tell us about the working of God’s word. Consider:
What should happen to the trees? Spare or destroy them? | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
Were the Israelites to spare the trees in the countries they invaded? Deuteronomy 20:19 says no, but 2 Kings 3:19 says yes. Is there a contradiction?
Modern Paganism: A New Spin on an Ancient Sin
The front page of the August 16th Whig Standard had an article on the Pagan Pride day hosted in City Park last Saturday. What is paganism, or what is more commonly referred to today as Modern Paganism?
Is the Death of Innocent Children Justified? | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
In 1 Samuel 15:3 God orders the slaughter of men, women, and children, including infants. Isn’t that a contradiction to the fact that God is reluctant to punish the innocent with the guilty (Genesis 18:23-33), especially infants and innocent children that can’t make moral choices. How is gthe killing of innocent children and infants justifed? Is there a contradiction?
A Pillar of Salt: A Warning from Lot’s Wife
On the western shore of the Dead Sea, on Jebel Usdum (the Hill of Sodom), is a pillar of salt known as Lot’s wife. Is it her? I don’t know. What I know is that there is a lesson about faith and obedience to learn from her.
Lot’s family were warned,
Escape for your life! Do not look behind you… (Genesis 19:17)
