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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  3. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  4. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  5. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  6. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  7. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  8. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  9. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14
  10. How much did soldiers get paid? 2 Chronicles 25:6


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Comment by Joseph Flynn

Where did Lazarus go when he first died, before The Lord Jesus raised him from the dead?

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Where in the Bible does it say when Christians die, we go to sleep? It doesn't. Jesus was speaking metaphorically. Otherwise, there are 100's of millions, if...

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Comment by Kilian Kean , Telecommunications Engineer (Retired)

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Please note what I said originally. "If you run into a situation where the above two commands don't apply, then the Law in the OT is a good guide from which...

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

What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28

I think that there are multiple principles to be observed or learned from the account of Paul's shipwreck. We should heed the warnings of Scripture or of...

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How is "the name of the Lord a strong tower" for believers? Proverbs 18:10

3 hours ago

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does Corban mean in Mark 7:11?

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I took Greek at Arizona Bible College, and Hebrew I took for 3 years at Dallas Theological Seminary. And more Greek for at least 2 years there, too.

10 hours ago

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does Corban mean in Mark 7:11?

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Greek: korbān (κορβᾶν) — a direct transliteration The word reflects the idea of something devoted or set apart for God, and Jesus uses it to expose how...

10 hours ago

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does Corban mean in Mark 7:11?

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"Corban" is a Hebrew word that shows up in the Greek New Testament. "Thus קָרְבָּן unfolds the storyline of Scripture: sinners draw near through a divinely...

10 hours ago

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What happened to those who believed in God before Jesus?

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It was apparently clear to Abraham and Sarah that Sarah was never going to bear children. What kept them from concocting the scheme to have Abraham go in to...

10 hours ago

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What happened to those who believed in God before Jesus?

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"The requirement for salvation has always been faith." That's true. It's also true that we can't produce our own faith. Abraham didn't wake up one morning...

10 hours ago

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?

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Great answer!! It matters not whether a man is a Jew or Gentile, and it never has. God begins a relationship with whomever He chooses; He always has....

10 hours ago

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

How can I know if I am truly discerning the Bible properly?

Vincent, good question! Regarding your question about discerning the Bible properly while avoiding feelings, I must say this first. It was John Wesley who...

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Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does the scripture mean in (KJV) Matthew 5:22 where it says whoever is angry without a cause

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Paula, good answer. Some ancient manuscripts do not include the phrase “without a cause.” Modern translations like the ESV and NIV often leave it out, making...

23 hours ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Kilian Kean, I do not believe that followers of Yeshua (Jesus) are required to observe the Law of Moses. We are not living during Old Mosaic Law Covenant...

23 hours ago

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does Corban mean in Mark 7:11?

Good personal question as I have been guilty of this in the past. "Corban" is a Hebrew word that shows up in the Greek New Testament and most English Bibles...

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Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Genovine Ozichi, It is true that the Old Testament and the New Testament are not two separate Bibles. Both are the Word of God. However, within this one...

23 hours ago

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

When Jesus said, "Render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and render what belongs to God to God," was he also including tithing?

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Matthew 22:17 Is it permitted to pay taxes to Caesar A clever query. Answering yes could discredit Jesus among the people for supporting the empire; but...

23 hours ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Michael Scott, Nowhere in the New Testament is anyone commanded to observe the Law, except the Gospels. And the only reason why Jesus taught the Jews to...

23 hours ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Michael Scott, Nowhere in the New Testament is anyone commanded to observe the Law, except the Gospels. And the only reason why Jesus taught the Jews to...

23 hours ago

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

When Jesus said, "Render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and render what belongs to God to God," was he also including tithing?

Insightful question, Salvador! I wondered about that myself, previously. Now, though I believe this: Jesus said, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God...

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Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What does it mean that there is only one baptism?

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"Tickled for you to hear it, I am pickled with the Spirit!" Billy...you might be on to something!

2 days ago

Comment by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

What should be the Christian view of romance?

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Amen! Much more romantic than Song of Solomon, which is way deeper than romance!

2 days ago

Comment by Billy P Eldred

What does it mean that there is only one baptism?

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Doug, I posted some time ago and explanation of the difference in the meaning of the two words. Seems there was an old text that used both words. It was an...

3 days ago

Comment by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

How does archaeology support the Bible?

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I would also like to add to Houdmann's (gotquestions.org) answer that we have to take most of the Bible on faith and not fact. For instance, nothing has been...

3 days ago

Answer by Leslie Coutinho

Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?

Genesis 4:4: And Abel, he also brought of the firstling of his flock and of the fat thereof. And the Lord had respect unto Abel and to his offering: The...

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Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Does a wife have to submit to her husband?

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Amen, Kelli! Attitude is usually a reflection of leadership! And leadership is a heavy lift, an awesome challenge!! There are some women who can handle it...

3 days ago

Comment by Kelli Trujillo , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

Does a wife have to submit to her husband?

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Danny, I totally agree with you. Too many Christian men love to take choice verses from Ephesians 5 and use them to "lord it over" their wives, and they...

3 days ago

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Does a wife have to submit to her husband?

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I believe this point of view misses at least one particular truth; that there are women who have never seen the inside of a church building, or read a...

3 days ago

Comment by Mickey Stubler

How does the Spirit teach us?

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Yes, that is a great scripture and thoughtful read. For me the next bit I've found that brings me even more energy into my life is finding the right Pastor...

3 days ago

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does it mean, "Those who pull evil along using cords of emptiness are as good as dead, who pull sin as with cart ropes"?

My opinion of this (What does it mean, "Those who pull evil along using cords of emptiness are as good as dead, who pull sin as with cart ropes"?) is here:...

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Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi John Whittaker, I agree with your comments. Christians are not obligated to observe the Law. We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Tony Flores, We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times of the Mosaic Law. We are now living during the New Testament (Covenant) times...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Thomas, I agree with your comments. Christians are not obligated to observe the Law. We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times of the...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Christian, We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times of the Mosaic Law. We are now living during the New Testament (Covenant) times...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Tom Howard, I agree with you. Those who believe Jesus died for their sins are not obligated to observe the Law of Moses. The only commandment that is not...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Melissa Nock, I agree with your comments. Christians are not obligated to observe the Law. We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Joe Cattani, We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times of the Mosaic Law. We are now living during the New Testament (Covenant) times...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Bryan Naidoo, I agree with your comments. Christians are not obligated to observe the Law. We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Curtis Reed, I agree with your comments. Christians are not obligated to observe the Law. We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times of...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Vin Smith, I agree with you. Those who believe Jesus died for their sins are not obligated to observe the Law of Moses. The only commandment that is not...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Salem Markus Purba, We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times of the Mosaic Law. We are now living during the New Testament (Covenant)...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Cliff Fleming, It is true that the Old Testament and the New Testament are not two separate Bibles. Both are the Word of God. However, within this one...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Keith Slough, We are no longer living during Old Testament (Covenant) times of the Mosaic Law. We are now living during the New Testament (Covenant) times...

3 days ago

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Bruce Schultz, I agree with you. Those who believe Jesus died for their sins are not obligated to observe the Law of Moses. The only commandment that is...

3 days ago

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Did God create evil?

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Proverbs 6:16-19 lists out evil things that God hates or abhors. God was not and cannot be the author of evil. He neither created or permitted it.

3 days ago

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Is the Calvinist theory of 'total depravity' biblical?

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My view is that his writeup has been carefully crafted to support deterministic soteriology, a doctrine that finds no support in Scripture. The poof texts...

3 days ago

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is a dispensationalist?

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Thanks for the elaborate summary.

3 days ago