The Laodicean Letter: But It’s A Third-Century Forgery
The document below is believed to have been written near the end of the third century and therefore could not be written by Paul to the Laodiceans.
William Stewart
2 Versions Of The Ten Commandments? | Answering The Atheist
Inquiry:
Traditionally, the Ten Commandments are known as the commandments stated in Exodus 20:1-17. In Exodus 34:1-2, Moses is told to get another set of tablets to rewrite what was on the first tablets. In Exodus 34:10-26, Moses was told a number [ten] of things of what to and not to do. In Exodus 34:27-28, God tells Moses to write the words he told him on those very tablets and name them the Ten Commandments. These aren’t the same commandments in Exodus 20. Is there a contradiction?
What Happened to the Epistle to the Laodiceans?
At the conclusion of the epistle to the Colossians, the apostle Paul wrote, “…when this epistle is read among you, see that it is read also in the church of the Laodiceans, and that you likewise read the epistle from Laodicea” (Colossians 4:16). Where is this epistle that Paul wrote to the church at Laodicea? Why is it not in the New Testament?
Who were Saul’s Sons? | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
Who were Saul’s sons? 1 Samuel 14:4 lists them as Jonathan, Ishui, and Malchishua, but 1 Chronicles 8:33 & 9:39 list them as Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Eshbaal. Is there a contradiction?
He Had Faith To Be Healed
It is a common perception in the religious world that for one to be healed, she or he must have adequate faith. I’m sure this false idea has allowed many fake healers to save face when their hypnotic ad-vantage over a would-be recipient has failed. And as sure as it has been a refuge for the charlatan, it has no doubt been the breaking point in the faith of those accused of failing to believe in God’s power.
Was Saul Really Among the Prophets? | Answering The Atheist
Inquiry:
When did “Is Saul among the prophets?” become a proverb? Was it when Saul prophesied in 1 Samuel 10:11-12 or later, when he prophecied in 1 Samuel 19:24? Is there a contradiction?
God’s Word Cannot Be Bound – Even When God’s People Are
Jesus warned His disciples that persecution would come because of the word. Being arrested and bound for preaching the truth was not a possibility, it would be a reality. Jesus said,
…when they arrest you and deliver you up, do not worry beforehand, or premeditate what you will speak. But whatever is given you in that hour, speak that; for it is not you who speak, but the Holy Spirit. (Mark 14:11)
When did Saul meet David? | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
When did Saul meet David? Was it before David slew the giant (1 Samuel 16:21-23) or was it after David slew the giant (1 Samuel 17:55-58)? Is there a contradiction?
Order of Melchizedek: The Superior Priesthood of Christ
In Genesis 14 this man appeared to Abram, blessed him, received a tithe in return, and then disappeared again. Though he made just a brief appearance, we shall find that he is an important individual in the Bible narrative. He is only mentioned in the OT twice, but nine times in the NT.
Saul and his son’s death | Answering the Atheist
Inquiry:
Did Saul’s family die with him? 1 Chronicles 10:6 says all of his family died with him, but 2 Samuel 2:7-9 says that Saul was survived by one son, Ishbosheth. Is there a contradiction?
