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  1. How can we carry the death of Jesus in our bodies (2 Corinthians 4:10)?
  2. What does the Bible say about a married man becoming close friends with a single woman who has bad intentions?
  3. What does the Bible say about a Christian attending funerals of other faiths that will be preaching a message different from Christian?
  4. Why did God make them go through all these steps in Joshua 7:14-15?
  5. Did Jeremiah fear God might let him down (Jeremiah 15:19)?
  6. In what ways is God’s perfection seen in Scripture?
  7. Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?
  8. What parts of early Christian worship have completely disappeared from modern services?
  9. Why did God choose someone whose family worshipped Baal (Jg. 6:25)?


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What does it mean to take a thought captive?

February 19 2025

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Why did Noah release a raven? Why did he later release a dove?

February 18 2025

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Why did Noah curse Ham / Canaan?

February 18 2025

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

Will the Jews have another chance to accept Jesus as their Messiah when He returns?

Yes. When Christ returns, Israel will receive an "unction from the Holy One", and will "know all things" (1 John 2:20). He will be their God and they will be...

February 18 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?

The next verse (v19 in bold below) explains the purpose of why we must prepare ourselves with "the whole armor of God": Eph 6:10-19 "Finally, my brethren, be...

February 18 2025 Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?

The Christian life is filled with dangers, granted. The enemy continually assaults believers. How can we stand against this constant warfare?

Ephesians 6:10 - 20

1 Vote February 18 2025 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by J Snowrider

When did the teaching of rapture of the church began?

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Matthew 24:29-31 agrees with 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5. Whether both passages are referring to a rapture or the Second Coming is debatable. However, both are...

February 18 2025

Answer by Robert Hibbard , Retired Christian High School Teacher

Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead?

In reading the story I am of the opinion that the medium herself was surprised and irritated at what happened; it wasn't her doing. I believe God did bring...

February 18 2025 1 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by J Snowrider

When did the teaching of rapture of the church began?

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Matthew 24: 29-31 agrees with 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5. Whether both passages are referring to a rapture or the Second Coming is debatable. However, both are...

February 18 2025

Answer by Donna Williams

How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?

Please allow me to say that the Old Testament was a covenant between the LORD and Abraham his servant. The LORD promised him that through his seed all...

February 18 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What are prayer beads? Is it okay to use beads while praying?

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I don't understand what you mean by "you must be in the spirit realm." Can you explain? Thank you.

February 18 2025

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

What is meant by the phrase "fountain of life?"

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Psalms 36:9 NET For you are the one who gives and sustains life. 1 NIV For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light. NET For you are...

February 18 2025

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

What is meant by the phrase "fountain of life?"

Ps 36:9 the fountain of life is a symbol of renewal and vitality, this is a common term in Proverbs (Prov 13:14; 14:27; 16:22). --Faithlife Study Bible "For...

February 18 2025 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How much do we know about Matthew the disciple?

I am so impressed with the call of Levi (Matthew). I compare it to my own call. It beautifully highlights his transformation from a despised tax collector to...

February 18 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean to "worship in the Spirit?" Philippians 3:3

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Together, these passages (both yours and mine) I believe emphasize that true worship transcends mere outward ritual. It is empowered by the Holy Spirit and...

February 18 2025

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

What does it mean to "worship in the Spirit?" Philippians 3:3

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Tim, that's right to the heart of the matter! Romans 12:1 – "I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living...

February 18 2025

Comment by Truth Finder

What does this verse mean that even the demons believe in Jesus (James 2:19)?

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You’re welcome. Real truth can be spread here despite what naysayers try to tear down and destroy.

February 18 2025

Answer by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?

Whatever is claimed to be the voice of God must be in line with scripture. We are to "test the spirits" (1 John 4:1) by the Word. In the context of Ps. 95,...

February 17 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean to "worship in the Spirit?" Philippians 3:3

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From biblehub.com: Worship in the Spirit signifies a departure from the ritualistic and legalistic practices of the Old Covenant. Jesus spoke of true...

February 17 2025

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

What does this verse mean that even the demons believe in Jesus (James 2:19)?

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Maurice, I agree with you 100%! Thanks for the added information! I loved EE in the mid to late 1970s and still use it today!

February 17 2025

Question by Anonymous
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How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?

"Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord our Maker; for he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his ...

February 17 2025 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is Christian persecution?

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Tim, a great movie dramatizing persecution of Christians is one I love. Sabina: Tortured for Christ, the Nazi Years | Official Trailer

February 17 2025

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

What is the book of Leviticus?

Leviticus is the 3rd book of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and primarily focuses on laws and regulations regarding ritual practices, including sacrifices,...

February 17 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What should we learn from Jesus' forgiving and healing a paralyzed man?

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Also, Jesus' question in Mark 2:9 is interesting: Which is easier, 1 to say to the paralytic, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Stand up, take your...

February 17 2025

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

What is the book of Leviticus?

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Great question. I love how our small church group offers online help with its weekly meetings. One recent especially helpful resource was Bible Project's...

February 17 2025

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

Why did they write God's name on their hands (Isaiah 44:3)?

I agree with Phil Bloom that it should be Isaiah 44:5. The phrase about writing God’s name on their hands symbolizes ownership, devotion, and commitment to...

February 17 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Does God expect all of us to have children?

No, I don't think God expects all people to have children. I was preaching on Genesis 1:28 and/or Psalm 127:3-5 once in a small church in Wisconsin....

February 16 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Has God broken His covenant with man, that He shall never again flood the earth? Why are many people dying because of floods all over the world today?

Marvelous question, Ma. Bernadette Lavin! Genesis 9:13 says: "I have set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be a sign of the covenant between me and the...

February 16 2025 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean that love is kind?

Comment:
Cross references to the verse in the question, 1 Co 13:4 follow: 13:4 = Ge 30:1; Ge 37:11; 1 Sa 25:21, 22, 33, 34 Ki 20:10,11; Ne 9:17; Ps 10:5; Pr 10:12; Pr...

February 16 2025

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

What does it mean that love is kind?

"Kindness makes a person attractive. If you would win the world, melt it, do not hammer it." - Alexander Maclaren "[Love] 'Is kind'(χρηστεύεται). Only here...

February 16 2025 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Phil Bloom , retired, BibleCollege graduate

Who are the people of God?

This may be a longer curve to answer the question but, I think that this answers the question in maybe a different point. I wrote this when I was attending...

February 16 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Billy P Eldred

Why is Christian doctrine so divisive?

Jesus said: "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life! No one comes to the father except through me!" This statement in itself creates division in itself between...

February 16 2025 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Billy P Eldred

Why was God so angry at David for taking the census?

To me this is a short answer. Why did David take a census? Because he was checking his power to go into war. You will notice that in the census, it lists how...

February 16 2025 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?

A very learned question, Lawrie! I have three remarks about the remnant. 1. Israel’s Failure and the Faithful Few At Mount Sinai, all of Israel accepted God’...

February 16 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Truth Finder

What does this verse mean that even the demons believe in Jesus (James 2:19)?

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Awesome answer! Most people just accept the sacrifice of JESUS and never make Him their LORD. Saving faith is more than just accepting salvation, it’s being...

February 16 2025

Answer by Janet Austin , Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author

What are prayer beads? Is it okay to use beads while praying?

I like Linda’s story and agree with Mr Houdmann’s info. Just want to add two things. I heard the most interesting response to the use of the rosary last week...

February 16 2025 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Silas Cheung

What are the causes and solutions for a hardened heart?

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A hardened heart is the result of growth in capability or status. Exo. 4:21 said that the Lord harden his heart. The way to do so is to give pharaoh and his...

February 16 2025

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

Why do some Bible verse teach there is 'no fear in love', but other verses seem to say the opposite?

Good question, Georg! The "fear" spoken of in Proverbs 9:10 is about reverence, respect, and submission to God's authority—it's the kind of fear that...

February 16 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Maurice Rice

What does this verse mean that even the demons believe in Jesus (James 2:19)?

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Became an EE leader back in the 1980s and we were taught that the demons recognize that Jesus exists. However they cannot repent of sin and will not accept...

February 16 2025

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

What does James mean when He says there is no "shadow of turning" with the Father?

Good question, Brother Gregory! James 1:17, a verse I memorized @ Scottsdale Bible Church, says: "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and...

February 16 2025 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does James mean when He says there is no "shadow of turning" with the Father?

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I love this song relating to the question, by SMF (Scripture Memory Fellowship): Every Good and Perfect Gift (James 1:17 – NIV) Spotify...

February 16 2025

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

Why did the psalmist compare God to a bird? (Psalm 91:4)

The psalmist compares God to a bird, particularly in Psalm 91:4 ("He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge") and Psalm...

February 16 2025 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Why did the psalmist compare God to a bird? (Psalm 91:4)

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Psalm 124:8 The psalmist compares being overwhelmed by calamity to being trapped like a bird in a snare.

February 16 2025

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

What is the significance of acacia wood in the Bible?

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https://www.gotquestions.org/acacia-wood.html

February 16 2025

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What is the key to effective prayer?

February 16 2025

Question by Anonymous
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What is the significance of acacia wood in the Bible?

Exodus 37:1 - 9

February 16 2025 Follow Vote Up

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What does it mean that love is kind?

February 15 2025