Down through the centuries, folks have debated lots of foolish questions. I ran across a list of some questions debated since the Middle Ages:
- What shape are Gabriel’s wings?
- Are there any angels with baritone voices?
- Did Pilate use soap when he washed his hands?
- Could Christ have changed Himself into a devil or a pumpkin?
- How much wine did guests drink at the wedding in Cana?
- Could an egg laid on Passover be eaten?
It is hard to believe that people spent time debating such trivial matters. After all, they really don’t make much difference in what I believe and no difference in how I ought to live. We, however, sometimes get caught up in things that really are not essential. Such speculations seldom edify and often create ill will, pride, controversy, and strife,
We must learn to refocus our lives and our discussions on helping those around us to learn about Christ, living the Christ-like life, and glorifying God.
‘…avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable.’ —Titus 3:9
