What is Psalm 74 verse 13 talking about where it mentions dragons in water? (KJV)
I would say that the psalmist was speaking metaphorically in comparing the power of Egypt's armies under Pharaoh which were pursuing Israel after the exodus...
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by Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
Why will there a a half hour of silence in heaven (Revelation 8:1)?
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I found the following commentary to be a useful discussion of this subject: https://www.gotquestions.org/silence-in-heaven.html
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
What does the term "prodigal son or daughter" mean?
"Prodigal" derives from the Latin word "prodigus", meaning "lavish", from which we also derive the English word "prodigious", meaning "remarkably or...
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Jack Gutknecht
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What does it mean to "believe" (John 3:16-18)?
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Donna Williams
How does the assurance of eternal life (1 John 5:13) relate to our confidence in prayer (1 John 5:14-15)?
Dear Anonymous, the two are related because God, who cannot lie gives us the assurance that we have eternal life through faith in His Son Jesus Christ. And...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What are Red-Letter Christians?
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So it is good, wonderful to read the words of Jesus. However even more fantastic is a complete reading of scripture! The Old Testament is fulfilled in the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are the marks of a true child of God?
1. Believes that Jesuss is the Christ — 1 John 5:1 TLB If you believe that Jesus is the Christ—that he is God’s Son and your Savior—then you are a child of...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How can the resurrection power we celebrate at Easter impact our marriage?
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Is this question based on a particular Bible verse?
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What is the book of Judges?
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Jeffrey Johnson
What should we learn from the life of Timothy?
What should we learn from the life of Timothy? The life of Timothy teaches that God values faithfulness, availability, and character over perfection or age....
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Anonymous
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Jeffrey Johnson
What should we learn from the life of Elisha?
What should we learn from the life of Elisha? The life of Elisha teaches us to follow God with total commitment, seek spiritual power over worldly success,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to be immoral?
What does it mean to be immoral? To be immoral means to intentionally violate accepted moral principles, acting in a way that is considered wrong, dishonest,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What will be the purpose of the walls around the New Jerusalem?
What will be the purpose of the walls around the New Jerusalem? The walls around the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21 symbolise eternal security, holiness, and...
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John Appelt
What kind of divination did Joseph do in Genesis 44:5, 15?
In Genesis 44:5, the steward is told what to say to the brothers. When he mentions the cup, he is to say, “Is not this the one from which my lord drinks, and...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does "the love of God" mean in 1 John 5:3, God's love for us, our love for God, or both?
In this specific verse (1 John 5:3), option #2 (the objective sense--our love for God) is the correct meaning, I believe. Why? Because the previous verse (1...
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Anonymous
How can the resurrection power we celebrate at Easter impact our marriage?
Our faith permeates every facet of our lives. And one of the areas where the transformation in us should be visible is in the way we see and interact with ou...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What is the importance of Christian baptism?
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Tom, baptism cannot save you nor is it a requirement of salvation. There is only one "requirement" for salvation: a belief that Jesus Christ, the Son of God,...
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by Jeffrey Johnson
What will be the purpose of the walls around the New Jerusalem?
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How does your name become part of the Book of Life? Please find verses to explain your answer and add them as a comment. I'd like to see! Rev 20:15 - "And...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to seek first the kingdom of God?
What does it mean to seek first the Kingdom of God? "Seek ye first the kingdom of God" (Matthew 6:33) means making God's will, righteousness, and priorities...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to glorify God?
What does it mean to glorify God? To glorify God means to honour, praise, and magnify Him, acknowledging His supreme greatness, holiness, and love in all...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible mean by saying that all the nations of the earth will be blessed because of Abraham?
What does the Bible mean by saying that all the nations of the earth will be blessed because of Abraham? The promise that all nations will be blessed through...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to be blessed with all spiritual blessing?
What does it mean to be blessed with all spiritual blessings? Being blessed with "all spiritual blessings in the heavenly places" (Ephesians 1:3) means...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to be a slave to sin?
What does it mean to be a slave to sin? Being a slave to sin means being in spiritual bondage, where a person is unable to resist sinful desires and...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to be a man of God?
What does it mean to be a man of God? A man of God is a person who lives under God's authority, dedicating himself to following divine commands rather than...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What day is the Sabbath, Saturday or Sunday? Do Christians have to observe the Sabbath day?
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Gary, well spoken. Believers are not subject to the old covenant.
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about setting goals?
What does the Bible say about setting goals? The Bible supports setting goals through diligent planning, wisdom, and future-mindedness, provided they are...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Is street preaching an effective evangelism method?
Is street preaching an effective evangelism method? This type of preaching has been around for many a year: This is where I do this regularly because people...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why does God love us?
Why does God love us? God loves humanity not based on human merit, but because of His inherent nature, character, and grace, according to Christian theology....
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does "the love of God" mean in 1 John 5:3, God's love for us, our love for God, or both?
What does "the love of God" mean in 1 John 5:3, God's love for us, our love for God, or both? In 1 John 5:3, "the love of God" primarily means our love for...
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by Billy P Eldred
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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John, I agree that the evil of this world is not of God, but God is the same, yesterday, today and forever. He obviously used evil in the old testament as he...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What can we learn about discipleship from what Jesus says about sheep and shepherds (John 10:1-21)?
What can we learn about discipleship from what Jesus says about sheep and shepherds (John 10:1-21)? John 10:1-21 What are some insights on sheep? John...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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Billy, in response to your missive to me, I did not say that there wasn't evil in the world. There is plenty of evil. I just said that God is not the author...
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Does the total depravity doctrine mean that nobody can seek God?
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Donna Williams
Why should David get a place for his parents to be able to inquire of the Lord since they could have been with him in the cave of Adullam?
Dear Anonymous, I don't believe King David needed to find a place for his parents in order to inquire of Yahweh. I believe it was to honor them, and because...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Does insomnia indicate a spiritual problem? (Psalm 127:2)
In Genesis 32:2 we read about "Mahanaim" - the 2 hosts. There are those that are visible, and those that aren't. You need "eyes to see." All our lives we...
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Anonymous
What does "the love of God" mean in 1 John 5:3, God's love for us, our love for God, or both?
1 John 5:3 3 For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome.
1 John 5:1 - 21
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is faith justified by works?
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I see what you mean, I think. This brings us back to the question Thelma originally asked. If Galatians 2:16 is so clear that we are justified by faith and...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is a Christian Testimony?
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I love Johnny Cash, his songs, but mostly his testimony here: https://www.hopechannel.com/articles/inspirational-stories/the-day-god-saved-johnny-cash
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Anonymous
What can we learn about discipleship from what Jesus says about sheep and shepherds (John 10:1-21)?
John 10:1-21 What are some insights on sheep?
John 10:1 - 42
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ken springer
Does Acts 2:38 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
It is important to note that these specific statements cannot be found in the New Testament: 1) you must say “this prayer” or you are unsaved, 2) you must be...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
There are some good answers to the question already, and I would like to add the premise of Genesis 6:5: "And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in...
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Why are Christians so strongly against premarital sex?
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans? There's a big difference in the idea that God will USE evil, and whether He will CAUSE evil in order to...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does the Bible say about hope?
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Jack, In Hebrews 6:13-20 we read about the promise God made to Abraham. Notice particularly verse 19: "Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure...
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Anonymous
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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Billy, The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Should we sing psalms?
Yes, I have a whole list that I am learning. I love David who wrote, "During my brief earthly life I compose songs about your commands." (Psalm 119:54). And...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Should we sing psalms?
Yes, I have a whole list that I am learning. I love David who wrote, "During my brief earthly life I compose songs about your commands." (Psalm 119:54). And...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Should we sing psalms?
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Psalm 1:1-3 (ESV) 1:42 SwordGrip: Genesis to Psalms Play on Spotify Psalm 19:14 (ESV) 1:33 For You Are With Me Play on Apple Music Psalm 23:1-4 (ESV) 3:04...