Dr. J. Vernon McGee, B.Div., Th.M., Th.D.

This Week’s Questions & Answers Re-Aired May 24, 2025
These Questions & Answers originally aired on Thru The Bible radio beginning in 1967 until Dr. J. Vernon McGee’s death 36 years ago on December 1, 1988. Questions and Answers offers Dr. J. Vernon McGee’s signature wit and wisdom in answering Bible questions sent to him by radio listeners throughout his years of ministry.

1) How many dispensations are there, and can you put them in chronological order?
2) Can you explain Matthew 6:34 – "take no thought of tomorrow"?
3) Why do you say that Matthew 10:14 is not for us today?
4) Why do Matthew, Mark, and Luke say Simon carried Jesus’ cross, but John says that Jesus carried His own cross?
5) Do you believe in demon possession, and how do you pray for someone you think is possessed?
6) Since David was punished and not Bathsheba, does that mean adultery is the man’s sin and not the woman’s?
7) What is your view on the Rapture?
2) Can you explain Matthew 6:34 – "take no thought of tomorrow"?
3) Why do you say that Matthew 10:14 is not for us today?
4) Why do Matthew, Mark, and Luke say Simon carried Jesus’ cross, but John says that Jesus carried His own cross?
5) Do you believe in demon possession, and how do you pray for someone you think is possessed?
6) Since David was punished and not Bathsheba, does that mean adultery is the man’s sin and not the woman’s?
7) What is your view on the Rapture?


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John Vernon McGee was born in Hillsboro, Texas, in 1904. Dr. McGee remarked, “When I was born and the doctor gave me the customary whack, my mother said that I let out a yell that could be heard on all four borders of Texas!” His Creator well knew that he would need a powerful voice to deliver a powerful message.

On the morning of December 1, 1988, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, age 84, fell asleep in his chair and quietly passed into the presence of his Savior. » Find out more
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About Church of the Open Door
Built in 1914, the 4000-seat Church of the Open Door was conceived by R. A. Torrey who had come to Los Angeles to start a Bible institute (now known as Biola University) similar to Moody Bible Institute. Other pastors have included Louis T. Talbot (1932–1948) and J. Vernon McGee (1949–1970). The church is strictly non-denominational, though Evangelical. Its mission was to reach the lost of Los Angeles, which was reflected in the name ‘Church of the Open Door’ based on two passages of Scripture:
“I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.” - Jesus Christ, John 10:9 KJV
“I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.” - Jesus Christ, Revelation 3:8 KJV
“I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.” - Jesus Christ, John 10:9 KJV
“I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.” - Jesus Christ, Revelation 3:8 KJV

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