What does "the Apostle of Love" (John) write about brotherly love in 1 John 2-5?
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What happens when we aren't motivated by love (Galatians 5:14-15)?
Galatians 5:14-15 "For the law is summed up in this one command: 'Love your neighbor as yourself. But if you are always biting and devouring one another, w...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who was Manasseh? 2 Chronicles 33:1–20
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Manasseh serves as the ultimate example of God's willingness to forgive even the most heinous sins if the repentance is sincere—is the classic interpretation...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the book of 1 Corinthians?
What is the book of 1 Corinthians? 1 Corinthians is a New Testament Pauline epistle written by the Apostle Paul (with Sosthenes) around A.D. 55 to the church...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is incontinency (1 Corinthians 7:5)?
What is incontinency (1 Corinthians 7:5)? In 1 Corinthians 7:5, "incontinency" refers to a lack of self-control or inability to manage one's sexual desires,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Does Paul in 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 contradict what Jesus said about divorce?
Does Paul in 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 contradict what Jesus said about divorce? Paul in 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 does not contradict Jesus’ teaching on divorce,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What sort of spiritual boundaries should we set in our lives?
What sort of spiritual boundaries should we set in our lives? Spiritual boundaries are essential limits that protect your inner peace, align actions with...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How should we live our lives in light of our identity in Christ?
How should we live our lives in light of our identity in Christ? Living in light of our identity in Christ means embracing our role as new creations (2...
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Leslie Coutinho
How does Joel 2:11 stress repentance?
Joel 2:11: And the Lord shall utter his voice before his army: for his camp is very great: for he is strong that executeth his word: for the day of the Lord...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How do we refresh our hearts in Christ?
How do we refresh our hearts in Christ? Philemon 1:20 ESV: "Yea, brother, let me have joy of thee in the Lord: refresh my heart in Christ." Refreshing your...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why would God kill someone who was just trying to help? (2 Samuel 6:7)
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Aurel's answer is right on. The reason Uzzah lost his life is right there in the text. It says, "because of his irreverent act." I think he was just...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Do we have to confess with our mouth that we believe in Christ?
Do we have to confess with our mouth that we believe in Christ? According to Romans 10:9-10, yes, confessing with your mouth that "Jesus is Lord" and...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does 'selah' mean?
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James 5:16 The Prayer of Faith 16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who was Manasseh? 2 Chronicles 33:1–20
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The text is an excellent, concise, and theologically sound summary of the biblical account of Manasseh. It does not add any doctrines not found in the text,...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who is "them" in 1 John 4:4 that the children have overcome?
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Hear it now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOW_r3KIX3I 3:25
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Why is it important for both leaders and church members that leaders are servants, not owners of the church?
In verse 5, Paul describes leaders as servants rather than owners of the church. Why is that an important perspective for both leaders and church members? (1...
1 Corinthians 3:1 - 23
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What does 1 Corinthians 3:7 teach us about the role of different leaders in the life of a church?
Paul says, “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.” 1 Cor. 3:7
1 Corinthians 3:1 - 23
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can we use prayers for repentance in scripture as guidelines to help us confess and repent of our sin?
How can we use prayers for repentance in scripture as guidelines to help us confess and repent of our sin? There is a powerful, direct prayer of confession...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What does it mean to be crucified with Christ?
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This is well written.
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why would God through Samuel tell Saul to "kill... even their babies"? 1 Samuel 15:3 CEV
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Shaddai, All of the heinous acts you listed were / are atrocious and inexcusable. None of those murders and unjust rulings of death penalty cases are...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Should we allow false teachers into our home?
Should we allow false teachers into our homes? Based on 2 John 1:10-11, you should not welcome false teachers into your home or greet them, as this makes you...
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What are some present day or modern times human achievements that can be compared to the Tower of Babel?
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
Why did David allow Absalom to return to Jerusalem but refuse to see him for two years?
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This is a profound analysis.
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Why would God through Samuel tell Saul to "kill... even their babies"? 1 Samuel 15:3 CEV
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To claim that, “The only person to ever live as a human who was unjustly put to death was Jesus Christ,” is essentially suggesting that the suffering of...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Does God love Satan?
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To reply, as it says. I see what you mean! Wow, Dan! Well said!
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did David allow Absalom to return to Jerusalem but refuse to see him for two years?
It's anybody's guess, but I can offer possibilities. Maybe David wanted to wait and see if Absalom was becoming repentant for having murdered Amnon. Then...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Does God love Satan?
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Danny I like your thinking here! One day we will understand all of these earthy dilemmas! My brain gets tired! Just keep holding on to faith! That's about...
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What sort of things should be in Christian wedding/marriage vows?
As gotquestions.org stated, there are no specific "vows" stated in scripture. The Bible states how we are to treat each other in the marriage relationship....
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Jeffrey Johnson
Who was Manasseh? 2 Chronicles 33:1–20
Who was Manasseh? (2 Chronicles 33:1–20) The son of Hezekiah, Manasseh, revived idolatry and became guilty of shameful oppression. The King of Judah, who was...
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Donna Williams
How can we apply "our eyes are upon You" in daily decision-making? 2 Chronicles 20:12
Dear Anonymous, as believers in Jesus Christ, we can follow the example of King Jehoshaphat, by looking to Him, and coming to Him, in a spirit of humility,...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible mean when it says 'The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God''?
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Jeremiah, good answer, brother! This is the kind of God we have. -- The crowd-feeding, sea-parting, dead-raising Jesus we follow— God’s math does tend to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can we apply "our eyes are upon You" in daily decision-making? 2 Chronicles 20:12
How can we apply "our eyes are upon You" in daily decision-making? 2 Chronicles 20:12 Applying "our eyes are upon You" (2 Chronicles 20:12) to daily...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why did David allow Absalom to return to Jerusalem but refuse to see him for two years?
Why did David allow Absalom to return to Jerusalem but refuse to see him for two years? David allowed Absalom to return to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 14) because of...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to watch and pray?
What does it mean to watch and pray? "Watch and pray" is a biblical injunction (Matthew 26:41) urging believers to remain spiritually alert, to be vigilant...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to pray for our daily bread?
What does it mean to pray for our daily bread? Praying for "our daily bread" in the Lord's Prayer means asking God to provide for our essential, day-to-day...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to pray in Jesus' name?
What does it mean to pray in Jesus' name? To pray in Jesus' name means to pray with His authority, according to His will, and based on His merit rather than...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why does God want anything to exist or occur that is less than perfect?
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Shelton Seward, you are right on, in my opinion. You're preaching the 'Sovereignty of God.' I totally agree! There are believers who constantly boast of...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why does God want anything to exist or occur that is less than perfect?
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Yeah, He said the created things were good, but He didn't say the creation was perfect. It wasn't perfect. Perfect in Scripture means complete, finished,...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Why did Joab use the wise woman of Tekoa to persuade David to bring Absalom back?
Why did Joab use the wise woman of Tekoa to persuade David to bring Absalom back? 2 Samuel 14:1–20 Reading through the account of 2 Samuel 14:1-20 brings to...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Why did David allow Absalom to return to Jerusalem but refuse to see him for two years?
Despite his handsome or comely looks reported in 2 Samuel 14:25, Absalom was decidedly a spoilt boy, a royal rebel per excellence whose moral reigns were...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
How does 2 Kings 6:16 encourage believers facing overwhelming odds?
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Jack, thanks for your feedback and glory to God!
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How can we apply "our eyes are upon You" in daily decision-making? 2 Chronicles 20:12
2 Chronicles 20:12 Jehoshaphat's Prayer 12 "O our God, will you not execute judgment on them? For we are powerless against this great horde that is co...
2 Chronicles 20:1 - 37
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does 2 Kings 6:16 encourage believers facing overwhelming odds?
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I inherited a Bible from my Uncle Dick when he passed. It was the Thompson Chain Reference Bible. My Gram gave it to me. In the back of this Bible it had a...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does 2 Kings 6:16 encourage believers facing overwhelming odds?
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Ezekiel, this is beautifully written!
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How do I open the door of my heart to let Jesus in?
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Ezekiel Kimosop
How does 2 Kings 6:16 encourage believers facing overwhelming odds?
How does 2 Kings 6:16 encourage believers facing overwhelming odds? 2 Kings 6:16 He said, "Do not be afraid, for those who are with us are more than those...
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by Donna Williams
How does Psalm 91:4 reflect God's protection in times of crisis?
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Thanks for sharing Jack!
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
In what ways can you rely on God as your "shield" today?
Psalm 18:2 describes God with several protective images: “The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my...