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In this work, 'apologetics' takes on a different meaning. It simply means teaching the mystery. | In this work, 'apologetics' takes on a different meaning. It simply means teaching the mystery. | ||
We have all been told that there is no such thing as a stupid question. This is false. Paul says that there are foolish questions. <ref>[[Tit 3:9]] ¶ But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.</ref> | We have all been told that there is no such thing as a stupid question. This is false. Paul says that there are foolish questions. <ref>[[Tit 3:9]] ¶ But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.</ref> Our first task is to determine id a question is foolish, then if it is not, simply teach the scriptures. | ||
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