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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  3. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  4. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  5. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  6. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  7. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  8. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  9. What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28
  10. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14


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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What did Jesus mean when He instructed us hate our father and mother (Luke 14:26)?

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We ought to love Him for what He has done. But it is because He loved us that He paid the penalty for all our sin so we would not have to go to hell lo pay...

August 25 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to count the cost?

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You are mixing salvation which is a free gift from God with disciple ship which is for rewards in heaven for the believer. First Corinthians 3:11-15. Eternal...

August 25 2021

Comment by Perry Peterson

Was the resurrection of Jesus on a Sunday?

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I understand what you are saying. I think that the teaching of partial days is wrong. I just finished reading the law in the Old Testament. I found nothing...

August 25 2021

Comment by Ronnie James

How can we recognize the voice of God?

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Well said: "While God could speak audibly to people today, He speaks primarily through His written Word. Sometimes God's leading can come through the Holy...

August 25 2021

Comment by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?

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Dieter, do you think your homosexuality is a sin? If not, how have you reconciled your lifestyle with Christianity and scripture? I would really like to...

August 25 2021

Question by Peggy Johnson , Local Busness Owner-Retired

What response can I give to my 11-year-old when he says, "I can't be a Christian because God has a standard too high to actually be a true Christian. Our sin nature is too powerful!"?

He knows God... He prays to God... He ask question. He seeks and examines information. "D" struggles with what is expected against what he sees. Loving his...

2 Votes August 25 2021 8 Answers Follow Vote Up

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Should Christians get vaccinated?

August 24 2021

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Is it a sin to lust, or does it only become a sin when I give in to it?

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Jennifer, I especially liked your remark about sin "'missing the mark', and to set one's desire on things below vs. things above is how sin is conceived.'" I...

August 24 2021

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Was the resurrection of Jesus on a Sunday?

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I agree, though I would add that the hour before and after was considered a sort of fuzzy period that belonged to both days unless a priest needed to...

August 24 2021

Answer by Perry Peterson

Was the resurrection of Jesus on a Sunday?

What day did Jesus rise from the dead? In doing some study I believe that it was on Saturday. Jesus had His disciples prepare for Passover. There is a High...

August 24 2021 4 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What happens to our soul at death?

August 24 2021

Comment by Dieter Haas

How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?

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I was born heterosexual. It was not my choice. It just happened. Most probably your son was born homosexual. It was not his choice, but it happened. I don’t...

August 24 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Where (if at all) in the word of God does it say a man can continually be disobedient and still have the favor of God?

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Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, physical death, but the GIFT of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. First John 1:8 If we say we...

August 24 2021

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How should a Christian view vaccinations/vaccines?

August 24 2021

Answer by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

Who was the Festus mentioned in the Bible?

Acts 24:27, "But after two years Porcius Festus succeeded Felix..." Acts 25: 1-22, Festus is the topic. The Jews hated Felix. They wrote letters to Rome...

August 23 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Where (if at all) in the word of God does it say a man can continually be disobedient and still have the favor of God?

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Saul disobeyed God so many times that he lost the Holy Spirit. He was about to go into battle but was not confident of the outcome. Samuel the prophet was...

August 23 2021

Answer by n.l. pearson , bible study teacher/revealer of the WORD

Where (if at all) in the word of God does it say a man can continually be disobedient and still have the favor of God?

Nowhere! We hear this from a lot of people, especially if they've convinced themselves it’s okay because it’s what they do! They curse, cheat, steal, lie,...

August 23 2021 3 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Who was the Festus mentioned in the Bible?

As indicated in Acts 24-26, Festus (full name Porcius Festus) was the successor to Antonius Felix as the Roman procurator of Judea (the same position...

August 23 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What was the lesson Elisha wanted to teach Joash using the arrows?

I would say that, in regard to this particular issue, Joash had already unfortunately and irremediably displayed that he did not possess the pre-existing...

August 23 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Where (if at all) in the word of God does it say a man can continually be disobedient and still have the favor of God?

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There are lots of verses for disobedient believers. John 3:18 First John 2:2. Romans 4:5-8. Romans 3:26-28. John 6:47 John 6:40 John 3:36. First John 5:13...

August 23 2021

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

How should a Christian view vaccinations/vaccines?

I humbly submit for your consideration some data to ponder and as always for you to freely decide. (1 Peter 2:16) There are PERFECT vaccines, like the polio,...

August 23 2021 8 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What are some encouraging Bible verses?

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A few more. First Corinthians 15:51-53 and First Thessalonians 4:13-18. We are to comfort one another with these words.

August 23 2021

Comment by Clyde Brake

Can a Christian today perform an exorcism? What does the Bible say about casting out demons?

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I agree. The gospels and Acts reported miracles and casting out of demons, but it was necessary to authenticate they were preaching the gospel of Christ....

August 23 2021

Question by j Avila

What was the lesson Elisha wanted to teach Joash using the arrows?

2 Kings 13:18 - 19

2 Votes August 23 2021 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to be missional? Should Christians be missional?

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The great commission is to go into all the world and preach the good news of the gospel. That Christ died for the sins of the whole world, First John 2:2, so...

August 23 2021

Question by Anonymous
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When does the soul enter the body of a fetus or newborn baby?

Psalms 139:1 - 24

2 Votes August 23 2021 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Gregory Jones

Where (if at all) in the word of God does it say a man can continually be disobedient and still have the favor of God?

I have a friend who continues to be disobedient and claims that he has favor with God. Can you please show me some scripture to show this is true or untrue?

2 Votes August 23 2021 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Avierre Worthy

Is speeding a sin?

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Thank you all so much for this, I hope y'all are doing alright, and I hope y'all have a great, wonderful, and blessed life, I love y'all!

August 23 2021

Comment by Avierre Worthy

Is speeding a sin?

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Thank y'all so much for this, I hope y'all are doing alright, and I hope y'all have a great, wonderful, and blessed life, I love y'all!

August 23 2021

Comment by Avierre Worthy

Is speeding a sin?

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Thank y'all so much for this, I hope y'all are doing alright, and I hope y'all have a great, wonderful, and blessed life, I love y'all!

August 23 2021

Comment by Avierre Worthy

Is speeding a sin?

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Thank y'all so much for this, I hope y'all are doing alright, and I hope y'all have a great wonderful, and blessed life, I love y'all!

August 23 2021

Comment by Avierre Worthy

Is speeding a sin?

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Thank y'all so much for this comment, I hope all of y'all have a great wonderful, and blessed life, and I hope y'all are alright, love y'all!

August 23 2021

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Is Reuel the same as Jethro (Moses' father-in-law)?

Yes, he was the father-in-law of Moses (Exod. 2:18) and called Jethro and Raguel (Num. 10:29). Raguel, then, yes, was the father of Hobab and father-in-law...

August 23 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why did God love Jacob and hate Esau (Malachi 1:3; Romans 9:13)?

August 22 2021

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Is speeding a sin?

August 22 2021

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Is speeding a sin?

August 22 2021

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Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

August 22 2021

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

How is God "clearly seen" in this world? (Romans 1:19–20)

“When we witness to people, we don’t have to worry about proving God’s existence. According to this verse, God makes Himself evident, open, and plain to...

August 22 2021 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Why did Jesus tell the recently healed blind man not to return to the village in Mark 8:26?

[Apparently,] the man was not from Bethsaida, for Jesus sent him home and cautioned him not to enter that town. Now that he had been healed, why go to...

August 22 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What is the correct posture for praying?

1. Kneeling Kneeling has always been a universal sign of submission and obedience – Daniel 6:10 (Daniel knelt three times a day, praying and giving thanks,...

August 22 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What age was Jehoiachin when he began his reign?

How old was Jehoiachin when he became king? I agree with Michael’s answer that this was probably a copyist error. Most likely, Jehoiachin was 18 when he...

August 21 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What age was Jehoiachin when he began his reign?

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I'd like to see this: "In ancient Hebrew, the numbers 8 and 18 would have been differentiated by a very small mark."

August 21 2021

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What are the types of prayers?

I can think of twelve types of prayers appearing in Scripture, although (to my knowledge), other than the Lord's Prayer, no specific wording or "formula" is...

August 21 2021 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Where was Adam when Eve ate the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil?

To my knowledge, the Bible does not specifically say where Adam was when Eve was tempted by Satan in the guise of the serpent, but he was apparently not with...

August 21 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Kessele Monibah

What are the types of prayers?

1 Timothy 2:1

1 Vote August 21 2021 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

If Christ reconciles all things, why doesn’t everyone believe? (Colossians 1:20)

When Paul speaks of being “in Christ” (i.e., being saved), (Col 1:2: “To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse..."), he does not...

August 21 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

How do we pray effectually and fervently as in James 5:16?

If you like me follow the King James Version (I do in most instances), then compare these 3 examples as to the effectual or effective praying: "The effectual...

August 21 2021 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up