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  3. Who was Saul in the Old Testament?
  4. Did Mephibosheth ever walk again?
  5. Why did Elihu spend so much of this time defending his right to speak (Job 33:2-7)?
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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What happened to Put, the son of Ham in the book of Genesis?

Although no detail is provided in either Genesis 10 or 1 Chronicles 1 as to the descendants of Put (whose name meant "a bow" (that is, a weapon of war)),...

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Answer by Thomas K M , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

How can I get my name in the book of life?

For God to record our names in the Book of Life, we must repent of our sins, be baptized and become spiritually converted. Water baptism symbolizes one’s...

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Answer by Christine LaRocca , Retired Business Owner

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

I would like to answer the question regarding whether or not baptism is required for salvation. The question was posted, "Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism...

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What does the Bible say about setting goals?

July 13 2016

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Does Acts 2:38 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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What does it mean in 1 Cor 10:13 that 'No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind?'

July 13 2016

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What should we learn from the life of John the Apostle?

July 13 2016

Answer by Thomas Mathew , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

What does it mean in 1 Cor 10:13 that 'No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind?'

I would like to give some inputs to this question. 1 Corinthians 10:13 is a wonderful promise about overcoming temptation! Such help from God is one of the...

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What should we learn from the life of John the Apostle?

July 13 2016

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What does the Bible mean when it says 'The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God''?

July 12 2016

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Should attention be given to one race of people over another race?

In the eyes of God, all humans are equal, regardless of considerations such as race or ethnicity. (God did choose the descendants of Abraham to be the people...

July 12 2016 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What does the term "Sovereign Grace" refer to?

God is Sovereign over all, and Gracious in character, which all Christians would agree with - but that is not what the term 'Sovereign Grace' generally...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

Why is 'accepting Christ' often mentioned in evangelism?

"Got questions" has, as usual, done a good job with their answer to this question. I wish to add a simpler one. John 14:6 quotes Jesus saying "I am the Way,...

July 12 2016 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Why is 'accepting Christ' often mentioned in evangelism?

To 'accept Christ' is a short-hand summary of coming to have faith, of 'believing in our heart' that Jesus is Lord, and turning from sin to follow Him as...

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Answer by Thomas K M , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

Who is the antichrist?

The title Antichrist means 'against Christ or ' instead of Christ'. Apostle John referred to the Antichrist as the Beast (Rev13:1). Antichrist is definitely...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Does the Bible require a civil death penalty for homosexuality?

After the June 2016 terrorist attack by an Islamic extremist against a gay night club in Orlando, Florida, some have claimed that Christians are just as...

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Why did Jesus say, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"

July 12 2016

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What does it mean to confess Jesus Christ?

To confess Jesus Christ is, first, to personally have faith in Jesus as one's Savior from sin through His death and resurrection -- the only means by which...

July 12 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Which comes first Grace or Faith?

"Which comes First? Grace(from GOD) --or-- our Faith?" My answer would be one of looking into where, when and whom each emanates from! It is God's love that...

July 11 2016 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Who resurrected Jesus?

In Acts 2:24, Peter says that "God raised [Jesus] from the dead" (see also Romans 8:11 and 2 Corinthians 4:14). Romans 1:4 (and possibly 1 Peter 3:18) seems...

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What does "Let this mind be in you which also was in Christ Jesus (KJV)" mean?

I would emphatically disagree with the interpretation of the pastor mentioned by the questioner. Paul himself explains what he means by "the mind that was in...

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What does "Let this mind be in you which also was in Christ Jesus (KJV)" mean?

I heard a pastor say that a born again child of God should think he is equal to God. Is this how a believer should interpret this verse in Philippians 2:5 (K...

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What is the first Adam and the last Adam?

July 11 2016

Answer by Tony Flores , Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ

Who is the antichrist?

1. MATTHEW 24; MARK 13; LUKE 21; JOHN 16 The Antichrist will be the worst person the world has ever known. 2. Daniel 8:25; 9:27; 11:38 He will enter the...

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What did it mean to be devoted to destruction?

July 11 2016

Answer by Thomas K M , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

What do the four horses and their riders represent in Zechariah.6:1-8?

Horses in the Bible often represent God's activity on earth. In Zac. 6:1-8 for example, horses are agents of God's wrath and vengeance upon sinful men. In...

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Should a Christian join a fraternity / sorority?

July 10 2016

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Did God give Israel the Promised Land for all time?

July 10 2016

Answer by Thomas K M , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

How can we recognize the voice of God?

God spoke to very few people in the Old Testament. For example God spoke to Abraham, Noah, Isaac, Jacob, Samson, David and prophets. But when we turn to New...

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Is ISIS a sign of the end times?

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What does the Bible say about gay marriage / same sex marriage?

July 10 2016

Answer by Thomas K M , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

Does scripture mention anything about a world leader in the last days?

The Antichrist is described as a stern faced king, a master of intrigue(Dan. 8:23),a despicable person (Dan.11:21), a worthless shepherd(Zach. 11:16-17) and...

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Is there anything God cannot do?

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What are angels and what is their significance in our life?

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What does the Bible say about gay marriage / same sex marriage?

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What is the Book of Jubilees and should it be in the Bible?

July 09 2016

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What does it mean to press on toward the high calling in Philippians 3:14?

The ultimate reward of the Christian is to receive eternal life in God's presence in heaven. This is the "high calling" to which Paul is referring in this...

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Is the phrase "God helps those who help themselves" in the Bible?

July 09 2016

Answer by Billy P Eldred

Was Adam the first man?

The first thing I wish to say is that my opinion admittedly differs from most Christians so please take this for what it is, an opinion. Yes Adam was the...

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Can God break the cycle of generational sin?

July 08 2016

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What does the Bible say about ego?

July 08 2016

Answer by Jim Stevens

How can the church achieve a true, biblical unity?

Unity is not something we "achieve" it is something we embrace "in the bond of peace" Ep 4.1-4, Ph 3.1-4. All too often believers divide over different views...

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