David, in my heart there was something counterintuitive in the New Testament. I am not a schooler but studying the Apocryphal books (removed from the bible) as well as letters to and from Herod and Pilate as well as letters to and from emperor Tiberius and Herod after the crucifixion of Christ have given me much insight and also a broader more loving faith. My entire relationship with the one true God has Jesus Christ, Yeshua has been hugely enhance. Happy Research and many tue lord bless you and keep you, may his coutinace shine upon you and bring your truth as you knock and seek the truth!