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  1. How can one become a “partaker of the divine nature”?
  2. What does the potter’s work in Jeremiah 18:1-6 teach us about God’s authority over our lives and His ability to reshape us when we go astray?
  3. Does Ezekiel prophesy about an invasion of Egypt by Nebuchadnezzar which never actually took place? Ezekiel 29:17–20
  4. How do we minister unto the Lord?
  5. Why would Pharaoh "console" himself when he saw that his fate was the same as the great nations of the past (Ezekiel 32:31)?
  6. What does the Bible say about Christians and Israel?
  7. What is meant by "the age" or "the ages" in the Bible (Ex: Matthew 28:20, Hebrews 9:26 and Romans 16:25; Ephesians 2:7 and 3:9)?


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Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the story of Abraham and Lot?

Lot being rescued from the cities was a picture of the rapture of the church. God will not pour out his wrath on believers during the tribulation God could...

August 09 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Kelli Hamann , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

Can the dead be raised?

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Ezekiel, I believe we've had some discussion about this in a previous Q/A thread. The bottom line is that she was at the hospital, hooked up to monitors,...

August 09 2021

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Can the dead be raised?

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I don't doubt God's power in raising the dead but it is also possible that the patient in question may simply have been in a comma for the ten minute period...

August 09 2021

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What does the Bible say about raising children?

August 09 2021

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

What did Zacchaeus do to show that he was sorry for the way he had cheated people?

In the story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10), Zacchaeus showed his sorrow and repentance in the following ways: 1) by actively seeking Jesus out in a way that...

August 09 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is public confession necessary for salvation?

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I think that accepting Jesus as your Lord and Saviour is a personal decision between yourself, God, The Holy Spirit and Jesus. No one else knows your heart...

August 09 2021

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

Why are Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke so different?

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Joseph was the son of Jacob. So why in Luke is He called the "son of Heli"? Because, Joseph was his son-in-law. The husband of his daughter Mary. Heli traces...

August 09 2021

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

What does Apostle John mean or refers to when he says, "All wrongdoing is sin, but there is sin which does not lead to death"?

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James, Luke 18:31-34, "Then taking the twelve aside, He said to them, 'Look, we are going up to Jerusalem, and everything that is written by the prophets...

August 09 2021

Comment by Frantz Philossaint

What were the Dark Ages?

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You are welcome Shirley! We need to get ready and understand that Jesus is coming soon!

August 09 2021

Comment by Bobbie Perkins

Why did God command the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments to be placed 'inside' the Ark of the Covenant, but the Law of Moses 'beside' the Ark?

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I have come to the conclusion that both are important and should be obeyed. The difference to me is the ones in the ark are non-negotiable to entering the...

August 09 2021

Comment by kel gens

What happens once we die?

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- Of course you don’t ponder on what anyone says. One cannot institute doctrine on what is silent in scripture. You quote John 11:26 but fail to understand...

August 09 2021

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

What does the Bible say about raising children?

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I especially appreciate the closing remark: Proverbs 23:24 NLT 24The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure to have children who are...

August 09 2021

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

What does the Bible say about raising children?

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Susan, everything you said is so good! Proverbs 23:24 NLT 24The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure to have children who are wise.

August 09 2021

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

Why does God refer to Himself in the plural in Genesis 1:26 and 3:22?

My church, East Delavan Baptist Church, is using its Sunday School (for all ages) curriculum from answersingenesis.com. Bodie Hodge on that site writes,...

August 08 2021 2 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What are some good biblical principles about communication in marriage?

Although Christian marriage has a unique "one-flesh" aspect, many biblical principles that apply to more common interpersonal communication between...

August 08 2021 Follow Vote Up

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

What were the Dark Ages?

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Insightful! I will note your information, and study also. Thank you Frantz!

August 08 2021

Comment by Alan Hitchner

What is the Comma Johanneum?

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The eternal Spirit, the cleansing and the purification.

August 08 2021

Comment by Alan Hitchner

How can there be subordination in the Trinity?

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Instead of Gods they are One by their own Word. Instead of subordination, cooperation.

August 08 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does Apostle John mean or refers to when he says, "All wrongdoing is sin, but there is sin which does not lead to death"?

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First Corinthians 5:5 Turn such a one over to Satan to kill the flesh so that his Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord. This was a born again believer,...

August 08 2021

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What are the keys to resisting temptation?

August 08 2021

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Is the Church of Christ denomination a good biblical church group?

August 07 2021

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

What does Apostle John mean or refers to when he says, "All wrongdoing is sin, but there is sin which does not lead to death"?

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Shirley, I like your reference to Hebrews 5:2 He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and are going astray, since he himself is subject to...

August 07 2021

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

What does Apostle John mean or refers to when he says, "All wrongdoing is sin, but there is sin which does not lead to death"?

I think there may be 2 sins not deserving of death. True ignorance of Jesus, and unintentional sin. Ignorance, meaning you have never, ever heard....

August 07 2021 6 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about the arrival of a time in which people will celebrate their sins and have no remorse over their sins?

Good question, Gregory! I looked up what I remember of this verse, "not only do these things but egg others on" + bible verse, and this is what I found:...

August 07 2021 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why is Jesus called the rose of Sharon?

August 07 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Should Christians try to evangelize atheists?

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The gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4 That Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures, that He was buried and rose again on the third day,...

August 07 2021

Answer by Ben Jones , Retired Professional Photographer

Do dogs go to heaven?

For the "there will be no animals in heaven" people, horses are animals and Jesus Christ will be riding a white one when He returns according to Rev 19:11:...

August 07 2021 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by ainsley chalmers , Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.

Is there proof for the inspiration of the Bible?

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One further comment. Scientific findings in biology, geology, cosmology and physics all concur with the word of God. Some scientists put a different twist on...

August 07 2021

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

What is the difference between planting and watering seed in the word of God?

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Psalm 22:22,25 - "I will declare your name to my brethren; in the midst of the assembly I will praise You." I will put my trust in Him. Whenever, I can, I...

August 07 2021

Comment by Alan Hitchner

Do angels have souls?

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The bigger question is whether angels are just automatons, or do they have unique spirit identities? For a soul is nothing but a physical body bound to...

August 07 2021

Comment by Gregory Boldon , Christian Military Veteran Warrior for God

Can a Christian consider a career in acting / entertainment?

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I cannot answer to all experiences in college theater obviously. However, in my own experience it was the start of my fall into immoral behavior in the 70's....

August 07 2021

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Is gluttony a sin? What does the Bible say about overeating?

August 06 2021

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

Is gluttony a sin? What does the Bible say about overeating?

"Glutton" (from glut, to swallow greedily) is the translation of zolel from zalal, "to shake or pour out," "to be lavish, a squanderer." In De 21:20, "This...

August 06 2021 2 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

What does the Bible say about our loved ones in heaven coming to visit us on Earth?

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(Part 2 of 2) 5. The Bible is teaching that rewards are given after Christ’s second coming, not upon death (Matt 25:31, 32; Rev22:12). To believe that when...

August 06 2021

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

What does the Bible say about our loved ones in heaven coming to visit us on Earth?

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(Part 1 of 2) A careful reading of the text makes it difficult to see this is a literal event that took place in the afterlife. In my opinion, the story of...

August 06 2021

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Do dogs go to heaven?

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Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Would you mind citing some Scripture authority for your answer. Where in Scripture do you find support for your answer?

August 06 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the difference between planting and watering seed in the word of God?

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Amen. The great commission. Go into all the world and preach the good news of the gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4 That Christ died for our sins, according...

August 06 2021

Answer by Terry Doane

Do dogs go to heaven?

Although it is said that "animals do not go to heaven", I want to believe that they certainly do. God is a benevolent and loving creator. God is aware of the...

August 06 2021 1 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Laurie Ann Hunter

What does the Bible say about our loved ones in heaven coming to visit us on Earth?

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So, it seems you’re forgetting the story of Lazarus and the rich man that Jesus spoke of in Luke 16. This is not just a parable or Jesus would have said so...

August 06 2021

Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

Do dogs go to heaven?

To my knowledge, there is no single record of Scripture that teaches or implies that dogs or indeed any other non human creatures go to heaven alongside men....

August 06 2021 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about overcoming lust?

I know and Satan knows this is my weakness. Maybe it's yours too. So we have to do something To overcome lust you and I could memorize 4 verses detailing: •...

August 06 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

Can the dead be raised?

My view is that the gift of raising the dead was exclusively vested in two apostles - Peter and Paul - in the New Testament church and specifically during...

August 06 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Can the dead be raised?

August 06 2021

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What happens once we die?

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Continuing, As a precursor to this, the story is told in John 11 of the time when Lazarus of Bethany died. His sisters sent word to Jesus that Lazarus was...

August 06 2021

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What happens once we die?

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I don't think the people who believe we die and are "asleep" until "SOME DAY," a day that even Jesus Himself says He doesn't even know when that day is, I...

August 06 2021

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What happens once we die?

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Continuing, kel gens. Read these: We were buried therefore with Him by baptism into death, in order that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory...

August 06 2021

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What happens once we die?

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Here's my feedback, kel gens. I don't ponder why Peter either said or didn't say something he "couda' wouda'" said, or anything like that. I have no idea...

August 06 2021

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

What is the uniqueness of the scriptures as compared with other writings?

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I too like movies and books. But there isn't anything that comes close to the Bible. But, I have watched "The Book of Eli" several times. It is just like the...

August 05 2021