If a testament only goes into effect after the death of the testator, then who died to authorize the effect of the Old Testament (Heb. 9:16-17)? Hebrews 9:16-17 was referenced in the question.  Let’s examine the verses which follow.  In them the writer of Hebrews shows that the first covenant – the Old Testament –… Read More Bible Q&A: Who Died To Authorize The Old Testament?

Please explain the differences between God’s religion and man’s religion. Let’s first define religion.  The dictionary defines “religion” as “a particular system of faith and worship,” “a pursuit or interest to which someone ascribes supreme importance,” and “the belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power, especially a personal God or gods.”  The New… Read More Bible Q&A: Please Explain the Differences Between God’s Religion and Man’s Religion

Were the apostles baptized? They were undoubtedly baptized for several reasons.  Some of them, such as Andrew and John, had been John the Baptist’s disciples before they came to Jesus (John 1:35-42).  They would have therefore been baptized with John’s baptism which was associated with repentance and for forgiveness of sins (Mark 1:4).  The apostles,… Read More Bible Q&A: Were the Apostles Baptized?