What can we learn from David's confession of sin in Psalm 32?
When we sin, that small voice inside will bother us. But, when we pray to our Father, and admit our sin, God who loves us will understand. When we...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why was there a Roman census at the time of Jesus' birth? Luke 2:1
Luke 2:1 "In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world." (NIV)
Luke 2:1 - 7
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Who is the "great nation" from the "north"? (Jeremiah 6:22)
The immediate fulfillment of this prophecy was the destruction of Judah and Jerusalem by the Babylonian empire under Nebachednezer. The Jewish people were...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Looking at the examples of Cain and Abel, and also Jacob and Esau, does this mean that there are children who are cursed even before they’re born?
The fundamental truths of Scripture need to applied to interpret individual stories in the bible. 1) God is not willing that any should perish but that every...
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by Gary Wainwright
, Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer
What does granted mean in John 6:65?
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The context of Romans 10:17 is faith comes from hearing the gospel, i.e., it is the Word of God that produces faith. Since it is the dissemination of the...
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Veronica N
Looking at the examples of Cain and Abel, and also Jacob and Esau, does this mean that there are children who are cursed even before they’re born?
“‘I have loved you,’” says the LORD. But you ask, ‘How have you loved us?’ ‘Was not Esau Jacob’s brother?’ the LORD says. ‘Yet I have loved Jacob, but Esau I...
Malachi 1:2 - 3
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Are there personal responsibilities associated with receiving honor as a parent?
Once there was a little old man. His eyes blinked and his hands trembled; when he ate he clattered the silverware distressingly, missed his mouth with the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who are the "least of these" in the Bible?
Matthew 25:40 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ I...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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Mr Matthews, do you think it's an act of evil to nail an innocent man to a cross? First you beat Him, and just to make sure, you spear Him in His side. And...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who were the Magi?
Great question, John Hull! Old Testament verses that foretell of the [3?] visitors are these: Isaiah 60:6:..."The wealth of the nations will come to you. A...
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by Aurel Georgescu
What does the Bible say about praying to / speaking to the dead?
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The Bible is the word of God that does not lie. The Bible says that Samuel spoke to Saul (Samuel 28:15 And Samuel saith unto Saul, `Why hast thou troubled...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does Luke's claim that Jesus was born in Bethlehem at the time of Quirinius' census match the historical record?
Yes, Luke matches the historical record. It seems to me that Quirinius was governor of Syria twice. The 1st time was before the birth of Christ, and the 2nd...
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by Kathy Sands
If Adam was not deceived, then why did he allow Eve to deceive him?
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There is another possibility demonstrated in Adam's behavior in this instance, one which I have personally observed in my own marriage. Briefly, a matter...
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by Adeola Joseph
Is the Covid-19 vaccine the mark of the beast?
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I agree with you Micheal. Exactly my thought.
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by A Lamb
What does granted mean in John 6:65?
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In the context of this verse please refer to the original Greek. You will then come to an understanding that faith is not the gift being referred to in the...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean to be above reproach / blameless?
If we think we are perfect we are about to fall. Pride goeth before a fall. None of us are beyond reproach. Chastening by the Lord. The Lord chastens every...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean to be above reproach / blameless?
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Spurgeon was a lover of fine cigars. They practically crucified him for it. Romans 14:22.
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean to be above reproach / blameless?
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We can only have practical righteousness. Perfect righteousness can only come from God. Romans 4:5-6 Colossians 2:13. And if we look hard enough we can find...
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by Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
What is meant by this passage, Rev. 19:11-16, in relation to tatoos?
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On HIS robe and on HIS thigh is a NAME written, so the real question. Could there be but one object with a NAME & TITLE, that might give the ILLUSION of...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the "husband of one wife" phrase in 1 Timothy 3:2 mean? Can a divorced man serve as a pastor, elder, or deacon?
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We can take that verse too far and say a man who is not married can not be a pastor.
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by Donald Short
, Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent, Board of Trustees
What does the Bible say about social justice?
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To view or trying to relegate the definition of "social justice" along the lines of whether "the government" should or should not play a role is pointless....
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John Appelt
Does Luke's claim that Jesus was born in Bethlehem at the time of Quirinius' census match the historical record?
There have been many questions concerning Quirinius, Luke 2:1, 2, but it can be shown that history does verify Luke’s account of the birth of Christ. Caesar...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
If motherhood was so blessed by God, why did mothers have to bring a sacrifice to God to expiate for having children?
"If motherhood is blessed by God..." Is there any doubt that being able to do God's will is to be blessed by God or not? God determined that women would bear...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the meaning of Azazel / the scapegoat?
The 1st goat was killed and his blood was shed (Lev. 16:15 --"Then he shall kill the goat of the sin offering that is for the people and bring its blood...
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John Appelt
What is the location of the real Mount Sinai?
The location of the real Mount Sinai might be debated for a long, long time. However, there seems to be one place that seems to fit every Scriptural detail....
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John Appelt
Where is Goshen today, where the Israelites were living within Egypt?
In Genesis 45:10, Joseph arranged for his father and family to live in Goshen. Traditionally the land is located in the eastern part of the Nile delta called...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What should I be looking for in a husband?
In answer to the question, “What should I be looking for in a Christian husband?” I will give my answer for my daughter, a pastor’s daughter, what I think...
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by John Appelt
How far was it from Canaan to Mesopotamia (the distance Abraham's servant would have to travel to find a bride for Isaac)? Genesis 24:10
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Thanks. With the size of the flocks Jacob had, he could only travel 5-10 miles a day, perhaps going 50-100 miles in 10 days. Three days after Jacob picked up...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can a person be cleansed of sexual immorality ?
I understand how this could be worrisome. But there's hope. First, see the big picture: Regarding 1 Corinthians 6:11, as JD Abshire mentioned, "And such were...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who is the "great nation" from the "north"? (Jeremiah 6:22)
Jeremiah 6:22 says in the New International Version, "This is what the LORD says: 'Look, an army is coming from the land of the north; a great nation is ...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What were these "ancient paths"? (Jeremiah 6:16)
Jeremiah 6:16 (NIV) says, "This is what the Lord says: 'Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and ...
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by Randy Pascasio
When we are glorified are we going to know good and evil in the new heaven and earth?
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I’m not sure about knowledge disappearing either. I believe we will know evil knowledge, but not have the desire or temptation to do so.
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John Appelt
How many Israelites left Egypt in the exodus?
Exodus 12:37 gives a count of “about 600,000 men on foot, besides women and children.” “Men on foot” may be “foot-soldiers.” Figuring in the women and...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What do Catholics believe?
Much of what Catholics believe is the same as Protestants. But there are crucial differences. Two of which are these: 1. You need to be baptized to be saved....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How far was it from Canaan to Mesopotamia (the distance Abraham's servant would have to travel to find a bride for Isaac)? Genesis 24:10
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Very interesting, John! One question, though. You wrote, "It was not too far as Laban chased him some 90 miles, Genesis 31:22-23." If this is true, 90 miles,...
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by Rajesh Sony
What is meant by this passage, Rev. 19:11-16, in relation to tatoos?
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Revelation 19:16 "On his robe and on his THIGH he has a name written, King of kings and Lord of lords." Your thigh is not a garment, it's part of your body...
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by Rajesh Sony
How do the souls banished from the presence of God (in Hell) live forever without access to the tree of life?
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"Great answer! Don't get discouraged WHEN this community doesn't "like" your answer, you're still correct in your presentation of the truth. The wages of sin...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is Christian theology?
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James was writing to Jewish converts. Telling them to go on to good works for rewards in Heaven. Not for salvation. If we could be saved by works then Jesus...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why does the Bible say the righteous ones have regard for their animals?
Great question, Samuel! The righteous are kind and generous (Pr 21:26 --"All day long he craves and craves, but the righteous gives and does not hold back.”)...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is a carnal Christian?
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That Thief on the cross was saved and sanctified in Christ the second He trusted Jesus as the savior. He was born again. Ephesians 1:13-14. Romans 4:5. That...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why does Isaiah 45:7 say that God created evil/calamity?
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Romans 8:29 To them He did FOREKNOW them He also did predestinate to become conformed to the image of His son, that He might be the first born of many...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How did Rebekah know Esau wanted to kill Jacob if he said it only in his heart?
Rebekah knew Esau would be angry when she and Jacob put the plan in place to defraud Isaac and Esau. None of this caught her by surprise. It was just common...
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by Gary Wainwright
, Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer
What does granted mean in John 6:65?
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Romans 10:17 says, "So faith comes from hearing..." Therefore our faith came to us / was given to us when we heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. We did not...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How did Pharaoh find out that Sarai was Abram's wife?
It isn't stated in the Bible how Pharaoh found out that Sarai was Abram's wife. We can only speculate. I believe Pharaoh was a little leery of trusting what...
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John Appelt
Was King Saul saved?
The language of the Scriptures is quite clear that Saul was saved. I Samuel 10:6-8 records Samuel’s predictions to Saul. Just as Samuel said, the Spirit came...
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n.l. pearson
, bible study teacher/revealer of the WORD
Why does Isaiah 45:7 say that God created evil/calamity?
Short answer, because I didn't see this reference scripture. Proverbs 16:4 says “The Lord has made everything for its own purpose, Even the wicked [according...
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John Appelt
Why did God want to kill Moses when he was traveling back to Egypt with Zipporah? What did Moses do to deserve death when God had chosen him to lead the children of Israel out of Egypt?
Exodus 4:21-26 is one of the most perplexing passages in Scripture. Commentators seem to unanimously say that Moses had sinned, but that the sin is not...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the spiritual gift of faith?
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You can take one verse, John 6:47, and go from there and all the pieces of the puzzle fall into place by just believing that one verse which is the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?
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Amen Emo. The question should be, why do good things happen to bad people? Romans 3:23. Romans 3:9-10. That is why we have to take the gospel to the world....