Just how narrow is the narrow gate?
God’s people have always been a remnant, a small minority in this world. The reason is not difficult to discover: The way of life is narrow, lonely, and...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why does God require faith?
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Amen. The good news is we only have to believe it once to receive the free gift of ETERNAL LIFE. John 6:47. God cannot lie. First John 5:13 These things have...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why does God require faith?
Three reasons (3) why God requires faith are: (1) God requires faith so that we can obtain His blessing (Heb. 11:6; Jer. 17:7-8; John 5:24 where Jesus says,...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
The Voice Translation of the Bible translates Job 15:1 like this, "Eliphaz reiterated his points."
Job 15:1 - 35
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean that love is not proud?
Love is edifying (1 Co 13:4-7). “Knowledge puffeth up, but love edifieth [builds up]” (1 Cor. 8:1). The purpose of spiritual gifts is the edification of the...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Who is the elect lady in 2 John?
I believe that the elect lady in 2 John 1 is a reference to the Bride of Christ. Otherwise known as the church. John writes about truth and love. Truth is...
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John Appelt
Why did Abraham lie that Sarah was his sister?
Twice, Abraham passed off his wife as his sister, once with the Egyptians, Genesis 12:10-20, and the other time with the people of Gerar, Genesis 20:1-18....
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Mamdouh Tawadros
What is the doctrine of substitution?
The substitution includes the “people of God.” It used to be the Israelites, but now all nations who believe in him and act according to his teachings, as...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is going to happen according to end times prophecy?
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Another thing. First Corinthians 3:11-15 is about rewards in heaven for the faithful in Christ Jesus. Jesus said when He comes for the church He will bring...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is going to happen according to end times prophecy?
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When Jesus comes for the church, He does not come back to earth. We go to meet Him in the clouds. At the end of the tribulation, Jesus comes back to earth,...
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Why do we need to repent of our sins?
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did God say, "Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated"? Romans 9:13
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https://ebible.com/questions/289-why-did-god-love-jacob-and-hate-esau-malachi-1-3-romans-9-13
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How was Abraham able to see God and not die (Genesis 18:1-8) since Exodus 10:28 states that no one can see God and live?
I interpret God's statement to mean that no human could see Him in His full glory and live. Commentaries that I have read indicate that Abraham's...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How do we interpret Psalm 38, literally or symbolically?
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Anthony-Wayne, good answer! How did you find the above correct chapter in this commentary you cited:...
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Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
How was Abraham able to see God and not die (Genesis 18:1-8) since Exodus 10:28 states that no one can see God and live?
Why did God allow Moses and Abraham to see God while Exodus 10:28 states that no one can see God and live?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is "my long home" in Ecclesiastes 12:5?
Eaton said, "Always liked the imagery of the departed one setting sail for a new destination; mourners grieving on one shore as the ship disappears; but...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Are we to love the sinner but hate the sin?
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When it comes down to it, only God has the ability to love sinners. He loves us so much that He sent His only Son, Jesus, To die for the sins of the whole...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Should Mark 16:9-20 be in the Bible?
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I don't think it is harmful in any way. I think it is a reassurance to believers of the absolute resurrection of Our Lord. It is comforting...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does Corban mean in Mark 7:11?
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Corban is also found in Mark 7:11.
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
In what order were the Leviticus offerings made by the priest and why?
By my understanding, the offerings were made in the following order, with each of them intended to foreshadow a particular aspect of Christ's work: Burnt...
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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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Thank you for the above answer. I wish to add what the Bible says as who archangel Michael is. A claim made by a Jehovah's Witness was that God's first...
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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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Dear Mr. Shelley Studdard, You wrote: 'What about scriptures that seem to testify the other way? ....... 1 Corinthians 15: 25-28.’ I wish to comment, with...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How does a peaceful heart lead to a healthy body? How are they connected?
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And Hebrews 13:5. Be content with such things as ye have, for He hath said, I will never leave you or forsake you.
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
Is raising the dead still possible today?
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Thanks for your observation. Have you ever witnessed a dead person being raised from the dead? Have you raised one yourself?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is "my long home" in Ecclesiastes 12:5?
The phrase "long home" is referring to the grave or Hades ("long" being a measure of time or duration, rather than a physical dimension).
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How do we interpret Psalm 38, literally or symbolically?
I believe that this Psalm is both literal and symbolic. It is included in scripture for our learning. David asks God for mercy. We too need to ask God for...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the spiritual gift of faith?
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Salvation is by faith apart from works. Romans 4:5. And eternal life is the gift for those who believe. Romans 6:23. Faith is not the GIFT. Romans 1:16....
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How can we apply these words in Psalm 24 to our life, if any?
God has prepared everything for those who have faith and believe His words. Jesus came and sacrificed His life. The sun was darkened on the day of...
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by Joe cattani
Why do we need to repent of our sins?
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One of the better explanations of repentance. Changing one's mind will result in changing one's behavior. Thanks.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why do we need to repent of our sins?
Why do we need to repent? Because those who are sick need a physician. And we are all sick with sin! The universality of sin is spoken of by Isaiah the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How does a peaceful heart lead to a healthy body? How are they connected?
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No God no peace. Know God Know peace. Colossians 2:13. He has forgiven us all trespasses. Romans 4:5-8. Acts 16:31. John 3:18. I can no longer go to hell....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What was the principle behind the offering of first fruits?
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Jesus is the first fruit. Since He was raised from the dead, so we will be raised from the dead. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. All believers will be saved, John...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
did jesus go to hell and bring out the souls of the people that died before he did?
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Jesus was the sinless Son of God. He paid the penalty of sin for us. God accepted His sacrifice for our sins. The just for the unjust. He took the punishment...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is "my long home" in Ecclesiastes 12:5?
5 Also when they shall be afraid of that which is high, and fears shall be in the way, and the almond tree shall flourish, and the grasshopper shall be a bur...
Ecclesiastes 12:1 - 14
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Anthony-Wayne McCabe
How does one become a disciple of Jesus today? What does discipleship look like?
It’s interesting to note that the first directive that Yeshua (Jesus) ever said to His disciple, Peter, was,“Follow Me” (Matthew 4:19), and the last thing...
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Anthony-Wayne McCabe
How do we interpret Psalm 38, literally or symbolically?
It's a bit of both, really! David's own guilt-riddled sin is having an overwhelming effect on him physically, as well as a spiritual effect on him with the...
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by Michelle Edgett
What happened to the descendants of Cain? Did they survive the flood?
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To Singapore Moses, in response to your comment, what are your thoughts on people who are RH-NEGATIVE blood type? Where did it come from? Majority of people...
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Ellen Aranza
Is raising the dead still possible today?
Why would we not believe that people are raised from the dead in these current times? Maybe because of the blindness that the enemy afflicts us with. No...
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John Appelt
What should we learn from the life of Noah?
Noah is best known for building the ark and the safety of eight people during the Flood of the corrupted earth, Genesis 6:12, 7:7. Considering Noah and the...
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Anthony-Wayne McCabe
What does Job 5:7 mean by "the sparks fly upward"?
The words “man is born unto trouble” mean: “It is man’s nature through his sin to bring trouble upon himself; evil rises up out of his heart as naturally as...
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Donna Williams
How do we interpret Psalm 38, literally or symbolically?
Jack: I believe that this Psalm is symbolic; I know that what David was experiencing was real, and he used metaphors to describe his pain and suffering for...
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Anthony-Wayne McCabe
Will there be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture?
In a quick and simple answer: No! Many believers think there are years in-between the believers being taken up (Raptured) and the actual "touch down" of...
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by Donna Williams
Should a Christian attend a gay affirming Christian church?
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Seth, it is apparent that you know that homosexuality is a sin, but the Word of God tells us not to have fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness,...
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Billy P Eldred
How do we interpret Psalm 38, literally or symbolically?
To directly answer your question, I would say to interpret it as a lament from someone who is feeling defeated and abandoned by God, and is seeking...
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Billy P Eldred
Why did Nehemiah again and again ask God not to forget his good deeds?
Let me first say that This is not a question I have ever thought about or researched, so my answer is just an opinion. My feeling is that Nehemiah regularly...
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Pamela Davis
How does a peaceful heart lead to a healthy body? How are they connected?
It’s a scientific fact that a peaceful heart leads to a healthy body, as well as a spiritual one. Having a peaceful heart promotes low stress and anxiety,...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Does God expect Christians to vote?
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Danny, very well said. There is no requirement in scripture to vote. Our Bible tells us how we are to treat others and voting is not one of those commands....
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Rick Baugh
, Follower of Christ cleverly disguised as a software engineer
Why do we need to repent of our sins?
The most obvious answer is that our Lord has specified repentance as one of the terms of our salvation, along with belief that the blood of Christ is...