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  1. What's the meaning of this "flying scroll"? (5:1)
  2. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  3. Why include a final warning about adding or subtracting from this book? Revelation 22:18-19
  4. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  5. What does judgment mean in this passage?
  6. Why does Zimri execute the friends, as well as the family of Baasha (1 Kings 16:11)?
  7. When did the diaspora which Peter mentions in 1 Peter 1 start and end?
  8. Why does Jezebel call Jehu "Zimri" in 2 Kings 9:31?
  9. What is the role of Elihu in the book of Job?
  10. Why did the lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s


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Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Why have pastors died due to COVID-19?

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I got my first Pfizer vaccine a few days ago on the 12th. I started having symptoms within a few minutes. I had a half hour seizure when I got home, and...

May 15 2021

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

What do I do if my friends are not believers, but I think God put me in their lives for a reason?

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People don't "get saved" because they're friends with a saved person or persons. Hanging out with a person and witnessing their pious lifestyle doesn't cause...

May 15 2021

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

Do dogs go to heaven?

I have always found C. S. Lewis' thoughts on this issue to be useful. In his book The Problem of Pain, he wrote: "The real difficulty about supposing most...

May 14 2021 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is point of the story of the crippled man at the healing pool?

In my opinion, the main point of the account in the cited chapter was to testify to Jesus' position and authority as the Son of God -- both in the power that...

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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?

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First of all this is not a salvation issue. There are believers that believe differently about the timing of the rapture. When I received the free gift of...

May 14 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?

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John 3:36 Believers are saved but unbelievers are under the wrath of God. The rapture of the church has to happen first. Then the wrath of God is sent on the...

May 14 2021

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Where did the name Moab come from?

May 14 2021

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

Why are Israel and Palistine bombing each other, aren't they all Jewish?

Although there may be Palestinians who live in Israel and are Israeli citizens, and who also may have even converted to Judaism, the Palestinians who live in...

May 14 2021 Follow Vote Up

Comment by Rotimi EWEDEMI , Very keen Bible Researcher

How does the "gospel of the Kingdom" in Matthew 4:23 and 9:35 compare to "the eternal gospel" in Revelation 14:6 ?

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Thanks to Shirley and all the responders. I will like to add that the good news (gospel) of the kingdom that Jesus was sent by God to preach ( Matt 4:23;...

May 14 2021

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

Do dogs go to heaven?

Many of us have felt the heartache that comes from losing a family pet. And to soothe the pain, we may begin to wonder where are they now? Will we ever see t...

May 14 2021 6 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Do human beings truly have a free will?

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Amen.. We have dominion, but He has sovereignty. We make our own decisions and so does He. Our dominion and rule is limited, His sovereignty is by...

May 14 2021

Answer by Nathaniel Sklenicka

Why did the Pharisees say it was illegal to carry the mat on the Sabbath?

I think the religious leaders in Jesus's culture missed the heart of God behind the commandments in the Torah and regarding carrying on the Sabbath. I...

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

Where did the name Moab come from?

Moab was conceived as a result of the elder daughter of Abraham's nephew Lot making Lot drunk and then having sexual relations with him in order to be able...

May 13 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What are the different meanings or interpretations of mountainside in the Bible?

To me, mountains or mountainsides in the Bible have three symbolisms: as sources of strength (based on the rugged nature of their terrain); as places of...

May 13 2021 Follow Vote Up

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

What are the strongest biblical arguments for the divinity of Christ?

Dr. Charles Ryrie says that Christ's deity is proved by His equality in the trinity and lists Matthew 28:19 as well as 2 Corinthians 13:14. Regarding the...

May 13 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is the deity of Christ Biblical?

Dr. Charles Ryrie says that Christ's deity is proved by His equality in the trinity and lists Matthew 28:19 as well as 2 Corinthians 13:14. Regarding the...

May 13 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is entire sanctification / sinless perfection possible in this life?

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Romans 4:5-8 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on Him who justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. We have to be as righteous...

May 13 2021

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What sort of outreach ministries should a church have?

May 13 2021

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What was the spirit of God hovering over?

May 13 2021

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

What is the best New Testament book in the Bible to share with unbelievers?

Multiple sources that I have seen over the years have recommended the gospel of John for the purpose described because it is a narrative of events (rather...

May 13 2021 Follow Vote Up

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

Why "rejoice and be glad" about persecution? (Matthew 5:11–12)

As Jesus said in the very passage cited in the question, believers who experience such persecution for His sake, or because of being His followers, in this...

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Are we saved through grace alone or are we saved through grace and baptism?

May 13 2021

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

How can our lips "nourish many" (Proverbs 10:21)?

I would say that the proverb is using the word "nourish" in a spiritual or intellectual sense, rather than referring to physical sustenance. Various...

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Are we saved through grace alone or are we saved through grace and baptism?

May 13 2021

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

Which prophets in the Old Testament spoke about the coming of Christ?

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Is the question referring to prophecies pertaining only to the birth/incarnation of Christ, or is it referring also to prophecies of events in His life and...

May 13 2021

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

Why "rejoice and be glad" about persecution? (Matthew 5:11–12)

See especially Matthew 5:11-12 NIV -- 11 “Blessed are you when people insult you,(M) persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because o...

Matthew 5:2 - 12

May 13 2021 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How can our lips "nourish many" (Proverbs 10:21)?

Proverbs 10:21 NIV: The lips of the righteous nourish many.

Proverbs 10:21

May 13 2021 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why have pastors died due to COVID-19?

While pastors may be commonly regarded as being "holier" than other individuals, all people (including even the most devout Christians, as well as those...

May 12 2021 4 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Robert Bourque

Are we saved through grace alone or are we saved through grace and baptism?

This is a "VERY" confusing subject and one that I've been praying on for a while. I believe in Jesus Christ, he is my Lord and Savior. I trust in him to lead...

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Could God create a rock so heavy He could not lift it?

May 11 2021

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What is inductive Bible study?

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Question: Must precept be upon precept? See Answer: http://ebible.com/answers/21241?ori=167400

May 11 2021

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What is inductive Bible study?

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I agree with Terry, here. This can be a great method to aid studies, but we have to be careful on observation/interpretation that we aren't removing it too...

May 11 2021

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What is conditional election?

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Billy, that's a great point. "Election" in scripture can refer to many things, and one of the main ones is the election of Israel to be a) God's chosen...

May 11 2021

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

Why does Peter say repent and be baptized for the remission of sins if baptism has nothing to do with remission of sins?

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Okay, yeah, we do agree. I misunderstood, my bad. Peter's awkward statement in 1 Pet 3:21 is a reason for much of the confusion. "Corresponding to that,...

May 11 2021

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

What are some ways COVID-19 could transform us for better or for worse?

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Mr Abbott this answer is a breath of fresh air. I read these questions and answers about the Corona virus, asked and answered by people who say they are...

May 11 2021

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

Who is David Jeremiah?

Jeremiah succeeded Tim LaHaye as Shadow Mountain Community Church's senior pastor in 1981. Jeremiah's leadership of the church has led it to become...

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What is conditional election?

May 11 2021

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

What does the Bible say about praying for wisdom?

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The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir has a lovely song about praying for guidance based on Psalm 119:133 -- Order my steps in Your word dear Lord Lead me, guide me...

May 11 2021

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

What does the Bible say about praying for wisdom?

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The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir has a lovely song about praying for guidance based on Psalm 119:133 -- Order my steps in Your word dear Lord Lead me, guide me...

May 11 2021

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is conditional election?

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My view is that the conditional election doctrine as it relates to God's redemption of sinners in Christ is supported by the text of Scripture. It cannot be...

May 11 2021

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May 11 2021

Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is conditional election?

The doctrine of conditional election teaches that salvation is available to the sinner based on his fulfillment of certain conditions set out by God in...

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

Does baptism erase all prior sins?

Someone says, "baptism saves," and attributes 1 Peter 3:21 as definitive proof of that belief. It's very unfortunate that it reads the way it does. Baptism...

May 11 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Yolanda Marshall

Why does Peter say repent and be baptized for the remission of sins if baptism has nothing to do with remission of sins?

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Maybe I miscommunicated, but I’m in 100% in agreement with you. When I say ordinance, I mean in such a way that it cannot be dismissed but by no means is it...

May 11 2021

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

Why does Peter say repent and be baptized for the remission of sins if baptism has nothing to do with remission of sins?

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Continuing, This actually directly refutes any notion that Jesus is promoting baptism here, because He's emphatically saying that man can't "DO" anything in...

May 11 2021

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

Why does Peter say repent and be baptized for the remission of sins if baptism has nothing to do with remission of sins?

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John 3:5 ~ Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. This doesn't confuse me. Why did Jesus...

May 11 2021