How does the Holy Spirit transform our lives as Christians?
Good question, Grant! The Holy Spirit transforms our lives as Christians by renewing our minds, reshaping our character, and empowering us to live according...
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Leslie Coutinho
What does it mean, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you"?
John 15:7: If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. The Son of God the Father, as John the...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the significance of the imagery of "sheep" and "laid upon" or "attack" him in Isaiah 53:6?
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As a technical footnote I include this footnote from bible.org: "Elsewhere the Hiphil of פָגַע (paga’) means “to intercede verbally” (Jer 15:11; 36:25) or “...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the significance of the imagery of "sheep" and "laid upon" or "attack" him in Isaiah 53:6?
That illustrates the universal sinfulness of humanity and the substitutionary suffering of the Messiah. Let's focus on the imagery of sheep and the phrase...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who was Mary Magdalene?
I am just finishing my second book on Mary Magdalene. It is good! Unveiling Mary Magdalene : discover the truth about a not-so-bad girl of the bible by Liz...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does the Bible prophesy a one-world government and a one-world currency in the end times?
My opinion is yes. In Matthew 24:21 Jesus describes the Great Tribulation as a time of unparalleled suffering, confirming the severity of the events in...
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by Silas Cheung
What is the Shepherd of Hermas and should it be in the Bible?
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I have reservations about this. I do not think Luke was seen by, spoken with or commissioned by Jesus.
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Anonymous
Why did Jesus go into Gentile territory (Mark 7:24-28)?
Then compare Matthew 15:26 with Mark 7:27.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does "God hate shrimp"?
Distinguish between ceremonial and moral laws (maintaining that prohibitions against homosexuality belong to the latter category and thus remain binding.)...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
What is the difference between Christians and Catholics?
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Paul's Gentile audience did not know God. He was commissioned with the gospel of God's grace. The twelve were commissioned with Israel's kingdom gospel. They...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
How can I sing a new song when I'm experiencing grief?
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It may assist to view how God operates today differently than how he operated in "times past" or in the "ages to come". Yes, God is always the same, but how...
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by John Stone
What is the difference between Christians and Catholics?
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Ultimately, God can use any portion of Scripture to bring someone to salvation. Hebrews 4:12 states, “For the word of God is alive and active,” showing that...
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by John Stone
What is the difference between Christians and Catholics?
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Ultimately, God can use any portion of Scripture to bring someone to salvation. Hebrews 4:12 states, “For the word of God is alive and active,” showing that...
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by John Stone
What is the difference between Christians and Catholics?
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While Paul’s letters explain salvation by grace through faith, they were written primarily to churches and individuals who had already heard the Gospel. His...
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by John Stone
What is the difference between Christians and Catholics?
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It is true that only God can discern the hearts of individuals and ultimately determine their salvation. The question of whether someone could be saved if...
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Lee Osaka
How can I sing a new song when I'm experiencing grief?
I was happy and kept working for the company as usual with my daily tasks. But suddenly, my boss called me. I went, and I heard, feeling like an unfair deal ...
Psalms 98:1
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the significance of the imagery of "sheep" and "laid upon" or "attack" him in Isaiah 53:6?
Multiple locations in the Bible (both the Old and New Testaments) portray believers as sheep over whom God (or Christ) is their shepherd who goes seeking...
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How do Christians today experience the fountain of life and God’s light? (Psalm 36:9)
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about the virgin Mary?
I just read a book I loved, historical fiction, but based on the Bible and Bible times: Mary, the Mother of Jesus by Diana Wallis Taylor is a historical...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about trust?
The Bible speaks extensively about trust, particularly in the context of trusting in God rather than in human strength, wealth, or circumstances. The verses...
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Anonymous
What is the significance of the imagery of "sheep" and "laid upon" or "attack" him in Isaiah 53:6?
NET All of us had wandered off like sheep; each of us had strayed off on his own path, but the Lord caused the sin of all of us to attack him. NIRV All of...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Should I serve in church leadership if I still wrestle with serious sin?
Bob, your honesty and self-awareness are commendable, and it's clear that you desire to serve God with integrity. That’s the heart of a true leader—someone...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
What is the difference between Christians and Catholics?
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It is true that only God can discern our hearts, and ultimately His righteous decision in salvation of an individual. Just a hypothetical, do you believe...
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John Stone
What is the difference between Christians and Catholics?
Michael Hill, in my opinion the statement you provided is not accurate from a theological, historical, or biblical perspective. It reflects a common...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about art?
The Bible speaks positively about art, creativity, and craftsmanship, showing that artistic expression can glorify God and be used for His purposes. Here are...
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by Richard Candell
Should we tithe off our gross or net income?
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I also see that some people believe that we must give according to a specific law or amount. I find it difficult to believe that God requires a specific...
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by Richard Candell
Should we tithe off our gross or net income?
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The way that I am looking at this question is that back when this was written, in that context, first fruits of labor usually meant from a flock of sheep or...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is there a heavenly language? What language will we speak in heaven?
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Could it be that the language of heaven is praise? Look at Revelation 19:4,5.
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What are all the names for God and Jesus?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can our lips "nourish many" (Proverbs 10:21)?
Proverbs 10:21 (NIV) says: "The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of sense." The phrase "the lips of the righteous nourish many"...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can our lips "nourish many" (Proverbs 10:21)?
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See The Quest Study Bible for more insight on this verse.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Did King David ever feel prayer wouldn't help the situation he got himself into?
Nice question, Nece! Yes, King David experienced moments where he felt overwhelmed by his circumstances, even to the point of despair. While he always turned...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Did King David ever feel prayer wouldn't help the situation he got himself into?
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Many of the Psalms attributed to David, like Psalm 13, openly express feelings of abandonment and questions about God's presence, indicating times when he...
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Rod Peeler
What does the Bible say about the virgin Mary?
Jesus Christ is fully God (conceived on earth by God) and fully man (born of a human mother). This means that the pre-existent, eternal Son of God has been...
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by Rod Peeler
What does the Bible say about the virgin Mary?
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Yes Cindy, your answers are entirely scriptural and you make some very good points. God bless.
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Is there power in positive confession?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How is the "fear of the Lord" like the law? (19:7–9)
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I so love all these Scripture Memory Songs! Here is the one based on Psalm 19:8-10 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Mqnw0AcH8c
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why pray? What is the point of prayer when God knows the future and is already in control of everything. If we cannot change God's mind, why should we pray?
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Jennifer, I loved your comments, "When God changes his mind, it is out of mercy - not because his first decision was in any way unjust. (I Chron 21:15, Gen...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God cause his servant to suffer so? (Isaiah 53:10)
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In Christian understanding, the suffering of the Servant (Jesus) is viewed as a means of reconciling humanity to God. The concept is rooted in the doctrine...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God cause his servant to suffer so? (Isaiah 53:10)
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Compare this verse in Isaiah, Isaiah 53:10, with Isaiah 53:6 -- "All of us had wandered off like sheep; each of us had strayed off on his own path, but the...
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by Phil Bloom
, retired, BibleCollege graduate
Does the Bible teach mortal and venial sin?
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The analogy you give is one and the same. The Bible is clear on only one unforgivable sin. Matthew 12:31-32 ESV is very clear on this issue. Vs. 31:...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
In what ways does this truth of God's great mercy and the 'new birth into a living hope' influence your daily life, especially in the face of challenges? 1 Peter 1:3
For me, the "new birth into a living hope" is a matter of the perspective that the knowledge that I am going to live eternally (even though I may die...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is wrong with being a grouchy giver? (as opposed to a "cheerful giver" in 2 Cor. 9:7) The job still gets done.
Cheerful giving reflects God’s grace – 2 Corinthians 9:8 reminds us that God's grace abounds so that we can give freely. "And God is able to bless you...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?
Hebrews 11:1: "Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen." This book the Bible is God's gift, a love letter actually. It...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the gospel?
I like the gospel outline presented near the end of An Advanced Scripture Memory Program: The Gospel (Summary Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4) 3 "For I passed on...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
When I read the Bible using a one-year chronological plan, why does it jump from Genesis to Job and then back to Genesis again?
I am holding The One Year Chronological Bible in my hands as I write this. When following a one-year chronological Bible reading plan, the reason it jumps...
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Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Why has Christianity portrayed Jesus as White?
As a descendant of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and Abraham being from Ur of the Chaldeans, Jesus was likely middle- to light-brown. But many cultures portray...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is it right for a Christian nation to strong arm another country to carry its Christian values?
In actuality, there is no such thing as a "Christian nation". Christianity is on an individual basis today. Any single person living today can become a true...