Why is this verse on the Trinity missing in many modern translations? PROBLEM: John declares that “there are three who bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one” (KJV). This is the clearest statement on the Trinity in the Bible. However, most modern... [ Continue Reading ]
What is a sin unto death? Is it forgivable? PROBLEM: On the one hand, the Scriptures speak of God’s free and unconditional forgiveness to all who want it (cf. Acts 13:38-39; Romans 5:20; 1 John 2:1). On the other hand, Jesus spoke of an unpardonable sin that can never be forgiven. And John declares... [ Continue Reading ]
Can Satan injure God’s children or not? PROBLEM: Even Jesus admitted to Peter, “Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat” (Luke 22:31). However, John insists here that “he who has been born of God keeps himself, and the wicked one does not touch him.” These passages appear to conflict... [ Continue Reading ]