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Why does God allow natural disasters, i.e., earthquakes, hurricanes, and tsunamis?
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
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by George Fitt
, Spiritual Gift of Discernment
Isn't God's calling and election sure without our help (2 Peter 1:10)?
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The law Paul sees in his members is the instinct of self preservation, which wars with the law in his mind. The law in his mind is dedicated to sacrificing...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Will everyone who accepts Jesus as their Savior be saved?
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John 1:12 has to be understood contextually. It's really easy to understand. When John writes that the people Jesus was sent to "received Him," he means that...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is someone a born again Christian if they say they’ve “always loved Jesus" instead of “receiving Jesus as their Lord and Savior “?
The requirement for salvation today (Eph 3:1-2) is to believe in Jesus Christ (have faith). Acts 16:29-32 "Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and...
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
How does Peter’s awareness of his approaching death shape the way he encourages believers in 2 Peter 1:12-15?
In full awareness of his own mortality, Peter wanted to make every effort while he was still living to assure that his teachings about Jesus (including such...
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
What does it mean in Revelation 22:4 that believers will ‘see His face’?
Since Jesus (in His glorified, resurrected bodily form (Luke 24:37-43), and also as fully God) visibly ascended to heaven in the presence of many witnesses,...
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
Is someone a born again Christian if they say they’ve “always loved Jesus" instead of “receiving Jesus as their Lord and Savior “?
I would be hesitant to require any specific wording as an expression of saving faith, or to judge a person who uses a different wording from the way you...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Will everyone who accepts Jesus as their Savior be saved?
God didn't ask Abraham if he wanted Him to make of him (Abraham) a great nation. He said to Abraham, 'I'm going to make of you a great nation; I'm going to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the burned plow have to do with Elisha?
After reading the surrounding verses, my opinion is the following. The fact that he sacrificed a span of the bulls and used the implements as fuel speaks for...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Who are the ones who would not see death in Matthew 16:28?
My opinion of that verse after reading through the context is the following: Prior to ascending the mountain, Christ had asked all of his disciples: “Who are...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the book of Jeremiah?
After reading the context of the Book of Jeremiah my opinion of the Book is as follows: What is the main point of the book of Jeremiah? Book of Jeremiah...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the correct interpretation of Jeremiah 31:22?
Jeremiah's words are address to Israel and my opinion of the verse after reading the context is as follows: Jeremiah 31:22 describes God doing "a new thing"...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the correct translation of Psalm 22:16?
In reading the account in Psalm 22:16, my opinion is as follows: Aspects of the Messiah’s impalement were foretold. “The assembly of evildoers themselves...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What can we learn about David, the author of Psalm 16, from Psalm 16?
In my opinion, after reading Psalm 16, I learned a lot about David, which teaches me valuable lessons: Jehovah, the Source of goodness “Jehovah is my portion...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Isn't God's calling and election sure without our help (2 Peter 1:10)?
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Rom 7:22-25 "For I delight in the law of God after the inward man: 23 But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing...
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Silver Evangelist award!
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What happens to a person who commits a terrible crime, such as a child rapist, when he dies?
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can we learn to pray from Psalm 143?
After reading Psalm 143 my opinion is as follows: I love to read the Psalms, as when I am down I can be encouraged and built up by reading how God helped...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What can we learn about Jehovah from Psalm 17?
After reading Psalm 17, my opinion is as follows: A prayer for protection “You have examined my heart” (3) “In the shadow of your wings” (8) David who wrote...
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by Isaya Bitware
Who are the 99 and who is the 1 in the parable of the lost sheep?
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Okay, all of this makes sense, but then my 2 questions are: you said that Jesus brings them back into the flock, but scripture doesn't say that, so where...
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Donna Williams
What can we learn about Ezra and his character from verse 10?
We see that Ezra was a man who revered God and kept the commandments of the LORD (Yahweh). Not only did he keep the commandments of the LORD, but he also was...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about racism, prejudice, and discrimination?
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I liked your answer, Ainsley! A good movie about racism that I just saw is called, "Remember the Titans." The film's primary message of valuing a person...
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by Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
What is the origin of the Catholic Church?
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Hi Frank Scimeca, Having been a Roman Catholic myself, I agree with what you said. When someone points out that people pray to Mary, the Roman Catholic...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What can we learn from Luke in Acts about salvation?
After reading the account mentioned by Luke in Acts Chapter 13 - 38-39, my opinion based on what I read is as follows: Be it known unto you therefore,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What can we learn about Ezra and his character from verse 10?
After reading the Book of Ezra, my opinion is the following: Ezra 7:10 - For Ezra had settled his heart, to study the law of Yahweh and to do [it],—and to...
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Leslie Coutinho
What does the prophecy of Isa 11:2 that 'the Spirit of the LORD will rest on him' mean?
Isaiah 11:2: And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge...
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TIMOTHY OWEN-SMITH
Why did Saul not recognize David after he defeated Goliath?
It is interesting to notice that Saul has already lied to Samuel about the loot and blamed his Israelite Soldiers. He was fully aware of his disobedience. He...
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by George Fitt
, Spiritual Gift of Discernment
Isn't God's calling and election sure without our help (2 Peter 1:10)?
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Mark Vestal, I think Paul is warning seekers to not be deceived, because saved believers cannot lose their salvation. Although saved believers can be...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What good quality or qualities did the Bereans have in Acts 17:11 that so many churches name themselves after the Bereans?
When I pastored the church in Genoa City, Wisconsin for 7 years (the Genoa City Bible Church which has since become Anchor Baptist Church), we had another...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How can we recognize the voice of God?
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This is a good word!! This is the way the Word is to be taught!! Excellent!
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How can we recognize the voice of God?
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We are supposed to be servants of the LORD. When we are born again of the Spirit of truth, we are then called into God's service as followers of the Son of...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How do you fear the Lord when you love Him?
In my opinion on the subject after reading the scriptures, I comment with the following: How do you fear the Lord when you love Him? Fearing the Lord: For a...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Was Adam the first man?
Regarding the question, the Bible says in Genesis Chapter 1:26-27: And God went on to say: “Let us make man in our image, according to our likeness, and let...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Was Saint Peter the first Pope?
Was Saint Peter the first Pope? Some religions would say yes—but what does the Bible actually say about Peter? Peter is considered the first Pope in Roman...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Who are the 99 and who is the 1 in the parable of the lost sheep?
In my opinion after reading the account please note the following: The Pharisees and scribes notice that such individuals—people whom they consider unworthy—...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Gold Evangelist award!
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Did Jephthah sacrifice his daughter to the Lord?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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What does it mean for God to deliver us?
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Silver Evangelist award!
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Is it wrong to attend two (or more) different churches?
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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How do we explain to a Muslim why Jesus had to die for us?
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?
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Hello Jack and Jeffrey! Yes, we work our salvation that is within us "out" to others...with "fear and trembling" of what would happen to them if they were to...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Isn't God's calling and election sure without our help (2 Peter 1:10)?
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Brother George, thanks!
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What can we learn about Ezra and his character from verse 10?
10 For Ezra had set his heart to study the Law of the Lord, and to do it and to teach his statutes and rules in Israel. How was he an example to follow?
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by Isaya Bitware
Who are the 99 and who is the 1 in the parable of the lost sheep?
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I see what you mean, thank you.
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by Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
What is the Hebrew Roots movement?
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Hi Allen Dicker, I am glad that you believe that Jesus (Yeshua) is the Messiah and that He died for your sins. Regarding Judaism, I am not sure what you...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?
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Hi Mark, thanks for your thoughts. I completely agree with you that salvation is entirely God’s work and not dependent on our own righteousness. Our...
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by Jeffrey Johnson
Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?
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I appreciate your views and comments - All religions do have their own interpretation of Bible verses and I appreciate yours: biblical interpretation is...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why do people die?
The Bible’s answer to why people die: It’s natural to wonder why people die, especially when we lose someone close to us. The Bible says: “The sting...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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Isn't God's calling and election sure without our help (2 Peter 1:10)?
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What does it mean in Revelation 22:4 that believers will ‘see His face’?
3 No longer will there be anything accursed, but the throne of God and of the Lamb will be in it, and his servants will worship him. 4 They will see his fac...
Revelation 22:1 - 21
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by George Fitt
, Spiritual Gift of Discernment
Isn't God's calling and election sure without our help (2 Peter 1:10)?
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Brother Jack, You and all our brethren may share anything I write.