What should a Christian understand about the theory of plate tectonics?
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Who are the parents of Mary, the mother of Jesus?
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I have spent the last two mornings studying the genealogy of Mary and Joseph and wish to affirm your more complete research. Yes, I believe the Bible teaches...
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What do I need to know about surviving the end times?
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What do I need to know about surviving the end times?
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why is every sin ultimately a sin against God?
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Romans 6:23: For the penalty for sin is death, but the GIFT of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. The GIFT of God is eternal life. Jesus...
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Is the Calvinist theory of 'total depravity' biblical?
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Janet Austin
, Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author
What is the key to effective prayer?
In addition to Houdmann’s outstanding answer, I would add, after repenting, it is ideal to pray, “God, make Your desires mine.” Then, be SILENT and LISTEN....
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by Ursula S Monroe
How can I overcome temptation?
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For me I pray that the Lord will cover my thoughts and my heart, protecting me not only from those entities that wish to trip me up but also from my own sin...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does it mean, “Unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds”?
As I see it, Jesus was using a physical example from agriculture to teach a spiritual truth. For a seed to be more than just a seed, it had to be buried in...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What are some common themes within Hebrews 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10?
The mix of things in the book of Hebrews has caused much debate over the purpose. There doesn't seem to be a conclusion. I think that the purpose is to...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Who wrote the Book of Hebrews? Who was the author of Hebrews?
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Whether Paul wrote it or someone else, the book was written to believers. Hebrews 13:5 And be content with such things as ye have, for He has said, I will...
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by Fran Joa
, Interested in God and hopeful
I’ve heard people testify that God told them so and so, or God spoke to them. Are they really hearing a voice?
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Mark, sounds like you want to be certain that no one changes the Word of God. That's great. But in addition, people can hear God today (through faith and the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is the Calvinist theory of 'total depravity' biblical?
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John 3:16. Whosoever, Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on Him who justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. Faith...
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What does the Bible say about work ethic? What is a Christian work ethic?
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the biblical reference for "quoting" verses as a means to overcome difficult situations?
In Luke chapter four Jesus is being tempted by Satan in the wilderness. In verse 4, Jesus says, "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of...
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by Stuart Cohen
What does the Bible say about transformation?
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Hi, dear Lawrence. Thank you for this; it is beautifully put and excellent teaching. I am a little unsure of what you are referring to with ALHYM? The Hebrew...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Do we become angels after we die?
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Peter, James and John had never seen Moses or Elijah, so how could they be "recognizable" to them? I don't think they'd seen photos either... They were...
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Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
Is the Calvinist theory of 'total depravity' biblical?
Something everyone is missing is found in Ephesians 1:4: "For He chose us in Him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight." So...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why would the writer of Ecclesiastes say the wise won't be remembered any longer than the fool after their deaths?
To me, this is a further example of portions of the book of Ecclesiastes where the writer is speaking from the point of view of knowledge "under the sun "...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Why would the writer of Ecclesiastes say the wise won't be remembered any longer than the fool after their deaths?
For the wise and the foolish both die. The wise will not be remembered any longer than the fool. In the days to come, both will be forgotten.
Ecclesiastes 2:1 - 26
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What does the Bible say about favoritism?
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Donna Williams
In the parable of the 10 bridesmaids, the five bridesmaids did not go into the wedding. Does that mean that you can be saved, but not be raptured when the rapture happens?
In this parable, what stands out to me the most is the fact that the 10 virgins all heard the same message. They knew that the Bridegroom was coming, but the...
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Pearce Elliott
In the parable of the 10 bridesmaids, the five bridesmaids did not go into the wedding. Does that mean that you can be saved, but not be raptured when the rapture happens?
I think you are making an error in thinking all of the bridesmaids are saved. There is a mention of not having oil, which is often used as a symbol of the...
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Michael Jones
How long were Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden before the Fall?
I have read and studied the account of Adam and Eve from, “The Forgotten Books of Eden: The Story of Adam and Eve,” and want to suggest reading it as it...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What should we learn from the life of Samuel?
I tremble at the command of God sometimes. He says, "Find out what pleases the Lord." God used the Apostle Paul to write that down for us to obey. The one...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does "deceitful" mean in Jeremiah 17:9, and in Jer. 17:10 what do "heart" and "reins" mean?
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I like your thoughtful answer, Tim, especially this part: ("Reins" is an outdated term for the kidneys, derived from the same Latin root from which related...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How can we stray if we remember God’s commands? (119:176)
How can we stray if we remember God’s commandments? Ps. 119:176 says,“I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek thy servant; for I do not forget thy...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Does the warning in Revelation 22:18-19 apply to the entire Bible or just the Book of Revelation?
There is a statement in the Book of Revelation that has been used to argue that nothing else can be added to Scripture. John wrote: I warn everyone who hears...
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Steven Scott
, Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry
Could an alien deception be part of the end times?
I am thinking about Jesus. If there were aliens on other planets, wouldn't Jesus have to visit each one, be born [or however they procreate] of that species,...
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Just how narrow is the narrow gate?
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by Albert Muraya
What is the biblical/scriptural purpose of gender?
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If man is the image of God, what is woman the image of? Why the different roles? Are there different rights/responsibilities and if so why? How does this...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Why is repentance so important?
This is an interesting question. We need to repent because we all have heart problems, a heart malady. This is a universal problem. We need the Great...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the biblical/scriptural purpose of gender?
If I am understanding the question correctly, I would say that the purpose of gender would have been, first, to make reproduction possible, and, then, from a...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What was the significance of the pomegranates that adorned the priests’ garments?
My understanding is that the depiction of pomegranates was as a symbol of eternal life, accompanied by a belief that the original "Tree of Life" in Genesis...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the biblical reference for "quoting" verses as a means to overcome difficult situations?
In John 14:26, Jesus said that a function of the Holy Spirit would be to bring to His followers' remembrance all that He had said. Also, Paul said in 2...
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What happened to the descendants of Cain? Did they survive the flood?
My opinion is that John Appelt's post contains a lot of merit and leaves open the door of possibility that Singaporean Moses shut without conclusive...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
Eliphaz was probably the oldest of Job’s friends. He obviously believed doctrine of retribution theology. This is to say, you get what you deserve. God will...
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Eliezer Mensah
What is the relationship between grace and righteousness?
Righteousness of the gospel is transformative, not just a pronouncement. Righteousness of the gospel is God's saving action on behalf of his people and...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How can we stray if we remember God’s commands? (119:176)
In my opinion, the psalmist is not speaking of his own spiritual state, or moral failings on his part, as leading or having led him astray, but is referring...
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by Vijaya Lekamge
, A retired, part qualified Accountant
Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?
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I wish to add to Mr.Salem's statement: 'Do they really know who Jehovah is?' This is what the Lord Jesus Christ said: Matthew 11: 27 “All things have been...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
I want a baby, but my spouse does not. What do we do?
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Brian, I cannot agree with you on any level as your opinion is not based on any scripture of which I am familiar. Jennifer, amen to your response. God does...
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Kathlelen Kelnhofer
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about when God will judge us?
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Jesus said when He comes for the church, the body of Christ, the rapture, He will bring His rewards with Him. The rapture of the church is where we go to...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
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Eliphaz's basic argument in his initial speech in Job 4-5 was that, since God is good, the calamities that had befallen Job must have been a just consequence...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How can we stray if we remember God’s commands? (119:176)
How can we stray if we remember God’s commands? (119:176) 176 I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek your servant, for I do not l forget your commandme...