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  1. How does one solve the problem that no one can earn their right standing with God (Gal. 3:10-14)?
  2. Who was Barnabas in the Bible?
  3. How can we guard our hearts from becoming self-righteous or judgmental like Pharisees?
  4. How does Psalm 71 encourage someone who’s getting older and still facing hard things?
  5. Why did the Sovereign Lord say “as surely as I live“ when He is immortal?
  6. How is the phrase "not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing," found in 1 Timothy 2:9, to be understood today?
  7. Who was Silas in the Bible?
  8. Is it biblical to have a service of remembrance and to light candles in the memory of loved ones?
  9. What Bible verses state there will not be any new revelations after Jesus?
  10. Is there value in other religions like Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism? Galatians 1:9


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

What does the Bible say about remarriage?

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Amen Mark. We are not, and have never been kept by the Law of Moses. We're the Church; the Church was born free; free from the curse of the Law. All who rely...

October 19 2025

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What does Jesus mean by "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you" in Jn 15:16?

October 19 2025

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

October 19 2025

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How much do we know about Matthew the disciple?

October 19 2025

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

What is the significance of the number 12 in scripture?

Good observation and question, Shirley! The number 12 in Scripture carries rich symbolic meaning, especially when understood as three times four. Three...

October 19 2025 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Can Satan read our minds or know our thoughts?

Can Satan read our minds or know our thoughts? Although we cannot be dogmatic, it would appear that neither Satan nor his demons can read our thoughts. The...

October 19 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does Jesus mean by "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you" in Jn 15:16?

Comment:
The hymn has 1 line variation but is good with both of them: My Lord, I did not choose You, For that could never be; My heart would still refuse You, Had You...

October 18 2025

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

What does the Bible say about remarriage?

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Danny, more specifically...we are not under "the law" today (Rom 5:13-17), and we WERE forgiven (already)...at the cross (2 Cor 5:19). Rom 6:14 "For sin...

October 18 2025

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Should Christians stockpile food/supplies in preparation for a possible future disaster?

October 18 2025

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

Should Christians stockpile food/supplies in preparation for a possible future disaster?

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Hi Aurel. Yes, I do remember the Y2K scare: Y2K was the fear that computers using two-digit years (e.g., "99" for 1999) would misread "00" as 1900,...

October 18 2025

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

What does it mean to waste away? (2 Corinthians 4:16)

Comment:
Other examples of occurences of this exact Greek word: 1 Cor 15:42 φθείρομενον (phthíremon) Perishable body raised imperishable; physical decay James 1:11...

October 18 2025

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

What does the Bible say about remarriage?

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I agree with what Sarah said to Seth: that if anyone teaches that an abused family leaves the abusive person, the only way for the spouse who is being abused...

October 18 2025

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does it mean that love is patient?

What does it mean that love is patient? What a beautiful description of love: "Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous. It does not brag, does not get...

October 18 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does it mean that love does not boast?

What does it mean that love does not boast? That love does not boast means that love is not self-centred, proud, or arrogant. Instead of bragging about...

October 18 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does it mean that we are not to love the world?

What does it mean that we are not to love the world? 1 John 2:15: Be not loving the world Nor yet the things that are in the world: If anyone be loving the...

October 18 2025 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about government as far as "God being in control" is concerned?

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Daniel 4:35 Nebuchadnezzar Restored Nebuchadnezzar said this, 35 all the inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing, and he does according to his will...

October 18 2025

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is the significance of yeast in the New Testament?

What is the significance of yeast in the New Testament? The term "yeast" can have a two-fold meaning: 1: In the New Testament, yeast (or leaven) is primarily...

October 18 2025 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is the significance of the number 12 in scripture?

What is the significance of the number 12 in scripture? The number 12 in scripture signifies completeness and divine authority, often representing God's...

October 18 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is the significance of God the Father Jehovah being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture?

What is the significance of God the Father, Jehovah, being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture? Acts 17:22: "Then Paul stood...

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Why did the disciples wake Jesus up during the storm?

October 17 2025

Answer by Leslie Coutinho

What does "renew their strength" mean in Isaiah 40:31?

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and...

October 17 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Ronnie Fenezia

Why do some say that there are no more apostles and prophets today for the church?

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There are no more apostles. The canon of Scripture is complete. Those who teach the restoration of the office teach that the men who claim to be apostles and...

October 17 2025

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

What is the main message or messages to learn from Luke 16:1-13 about the dishonest steward?

Jim, you have asked a good and useful question. I like to apply this one to my life. The dishonest steward makes me think about how I use what God has given...

October 17 2025 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?

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Terry, how is the pastor of your church any different than the Pope? You do what your pastor says all the time. Catholics do not pray "to" the Pope. They...

October 17 2025

Comment by Billy P Eldred

Why do Christians try to impose their values on others?

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John, my wish is that everyone in America would be a Christian which would make us a Christian nation. I also wish every nation on earth would become a...

October 17 2025

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why did Jesus sometimes heal people who didn’t believe or even ask for help?

Why did Jesus sometimes heal people who didn't believe or even ask for help? His miracles were a demonstration of his compassion and divine authority,...

October 17 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Is there such a thing as an ex-Christian?

The Bible helps us to understand this question. First John 2:18-19 - Rotherham Bible: Little children! It is the last hour; And just as ye have heard that an...

October 17 2025 27 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How could there be light on the first day of Creation if the sun was not created until the fourth day?

How could there be light on the first day of Creation if the sun was not created until the fourth day? The simplest explanation is that God is the source of...

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What does the Bible say about faith vs. fear?

October 17 2025

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What was the fall of man?

October 16 2025

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?

What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe? The Bible presents tithing as a requirement under the Old Testament law for the...

October 16 2025 23 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why do Christians try to impose their values on others?

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Billy, making disciples of all nations does not mean to make the government of any nation Christian. The making of disciples is done on an individual level...

October 16 2025

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

What is the significance of God the Father Jehovah being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture?

The references could have multiple implications, but my first thought is to primarily convey God the Father as being the one true God who is not only...

October 16 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Billy P Eldred

Why do Christians try to impose their values on others?

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John, I totally respect your effort to live a life of love not hate but forgive me if I do not understand a Christian saying praise God that we are not a...

October 16 2025

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

What is a prophet in the Bible?

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Michael, I think the lyrics of "Here I Am, Lord, by Collin Raye refer many times to a Bible prophet: I, the Lord of sea and sky I have heard my people cry...

October 16 2025

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

Who is "the beginning of the creation of God" referred to in Revelation 3:14?

Comment:
The scripture is misquoted in the presentation of the question. Rev 3:14 doesn't say, 'the beginning of the creation of God.' It says, 'the beginning of...

October 16 2025

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

What can we learn about Micah’s view of God in this passage? Micah 7:18-20

Comment:
Yes, Shirley, I know it! I like the one by the Gaither Vocal Band.

October 16 2025

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

Since Adam and Eve brought sin in the world, did they go to heaven?

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Only God truly knows. But, God is love, and righteous. He is perfect. I am sure that He expected that they might sin. Otherwise, why would He have warned...

October 16 2025

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

What is the significance of God the Father Jehovah being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture?

I understand that Jesus is declaring Himself to be the Bread of Life in this scripture narrative. I'm wondering about the many times God the Father is called...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Can we earn God's approval? (2 Timothy 2:15)

Can we earn God's approval? (2 Timothy 2:15) According to interpretations of 2 Timothy 2:15, we can earn God's approval not by trying to earn it in the first...

October 16 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Donna Williams

Since Adam and Eve brought sin in the world, did they go to heaven?

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Bro. Jeffrey, God was speaking about Adam's body that was made from the dust of the earth. As humans we are triune beings, meaning spirit, soul and body....

October 16 2025

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Was Jairus’ daughter dead or near death when he came to see Jesus?

Was Jairus’ daughter dead or near death when he came to see Jesus? Jairus' daughter was near death when he initially approached Jesus, but she died before...

October 16 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What can we learn about Micah’s view of God in this passage? Micah 7:18-20

Comment:
That's great Jack! I like the chorus, "Jesus, Jesus, Jesus there's something about out that name, Master, Saviour, Jesus, like the dew after the rain...etc.....

October 16 2025

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How does Jeremiah 10:23 challenge our culture’s idea of self-reliance and independence?”

How does Jeremiah 10:23 challenge our culture's idea of self-reliance and independence? Jeremiah 10:23 challenges the culture of self-reliance by stating...

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How did Paul survive his fight with wild beasts in Ephesus? 1 Corinthians 15:32

October 15 2025

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What does the Bible say about prostitution? Will God forgive a prostitute?

October 15 2025

Comment by Frank Mensah

What is the difference biblically between mind and heart?

Comment:
This is one of the best explanations I have seen about the heart in a quick summary.

October 15 2025

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

What can we learn about Micah’s view of God in this passage? Micah 7:18-20

Comment:
Another song relating to Micah 7:19 is "I Am Free / My Sins Are Gone" by the Herbster Trio. You ask me why I'm happy so I'll just tell you why, Because my...

October 15 2025

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

Why does God allow sickness?

Comment:
Very, very well-written, Evelyn! "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal." --Irish poet Thomas Moore, who wrote it as a lyric for his 1816 song, "Come,...

October 15 2025