Why were babies dashed to pieces in Isaiah 13:16?
The cited verse is describing the treatment that would be visited upon the Babylonian empire when it would be conquered by the Medo-Persian empire. In...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can it be said that we have everlasting life when we still die?
John 5:24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, he that heareth my word, and believeth on Him that sent me, hath everlasting life. After our physical death our...
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by Connie Rosario
How does radiometric dating fit with the view of a young earth?
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This is an interesting question. Scientists use carbon and other dating processes but overlook one detail. Because they are not believing God created the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What can we learn from King Ahab’s letting surrender an unspeakably cruel king, Ben Hadad, who started 2 wars vs. God’s people (1 Kings 20, 22)?
As indicated in the chapters cited in the question, despite the wickedness of Ahab as king of the northern kingdom of Israel, God had indicated to Ahab...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does it mean to be an idolater?
An idolater in the broadest sense is an individual who accords to any object, person (including oneself), or concept a greater honor and priority than the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why didn't god kill satan instead of Jesus?
I would say that God did not kill or otherwise eliminate Satan (as well as the angels who joined him) at the time of his rebellion, because he was created as...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What is the effect on our Christian faith if the Perseverance mission proves there was ancient life on Mars?
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I'm not as curious as some are. I don't wonder about there being other beings. I don't wonder if there is, did they sin against God, and did Jesus die for...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why does the psalmist in psalms 137:9 state, "Blessed is he who takes your little ones and dashes them against the rock"?
The writer of this Psalm 137 seems to be glad that babies would be injured. How could such a righteous writer rejoice over such a happening so tragic and...
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How is Satan god of this world?
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by Shirley H
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What is the effect on our Christian faith if the Perseverance mission proves there was ancient life on Mars?
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Well said! God knows what we need. He has provided all for us. We even have unending curiosity!
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Could Calvinism be a stumbling block to the spread of the gospel of Christ?
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First John 2:2. And He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only, but for the sins of the whole world. First Timothy 2:4. God is not willing...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can God’s words be "unfolded"? (Psalm 119:130)
The word "entrance" (kjv) -- Strong's Concordance pethach: an opening, unfolding Original Word: פֵתַח (Hebrew is read from right to left) Part of Speech:...
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by Danny Hickman
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What is the effect on our Christian faith if the Perseverance mission proves there was ancient life on Mars?
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Whether there is, has ever been, or ever will be life on Mars has nothing to do with us. God is eternal. I'd be surprised if this existence is the only plan...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is New Testament theology?
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New Testament theology. Romans 4:5-8. And Romans 3:26-28. You can not boast in free. Romans 6:23 and Romans 11:6. Romans 1:16 For I am not shamed of the...
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Why were babies dashed to pieces in Isaiah 13:16?
Isaiah 13:16 gives a very brutal description of babies being dashed to pieces. Did God command this, and why did this happen?
Isaiah 13:16
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What is the meaning of the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price?
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What does the Bible say about doubt?
Doubt is something that is advised against as being not of faith. James says that anyone who doubts or is double minded won’t receive anything from the Lord....
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Emmanuel Antwi DWUMA
How is Satan god of this world?
To answer this question, we need to read Luke 4:5-7: "The devil led him up to a high place and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. 6. And...
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How should a Christian view climate change?
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Can playing musical intruments and singing in choirs be regarded as a ministry?
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by Robert Butler
, I am a servant of the most high God
How could Judas be included as a disciple and follower of Jesus when he had it in his heart to betray him all along?
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Judas betrayed Jesus because he was prophesied upon to do it, just like Peter.
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by Ryan Simpkins
Where did Joel Osteen get the saying "this is my Bible I can do what it says I can do"?
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His father John Osteen began his sermons with that confession. I realized this once I began watching him on YouTube. John Osteen has a powerful message. I...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What do Christians mean when they say, "I will do such and such if the Lord tarries"?
"Tarry" means to delay or wait. These individuals are saying that they plan to do something, as long as Christ delays His return in glory at the end of the...
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How could Judas be included as a disciple and follower of Jesus when he had it in his heart to betray him all along?
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Thanks Tim! Your guess about Judas' motivation sounds very plausible - hating the criticism about money and then stealing money. Very insightful.
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What are the different theories of biblical inspiration?
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by Tim Maas
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How could Judas be included as a disciple and follower of Jesus when he had it in his heart to betray him all along?
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By my reading of the gospels, although Jesus had previously prophesied his betrayal, Judas actually went to the chief priests about betraying Jesus sometime...
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How could Judas be included as a disciple and follower of Jesus when he had it in his heart to betray him all along?
Although it was prophesied years earlier that Judas would betray Jesus, Judas may have truly loved Jesus until shortly before he decided to betray him. I'm...
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Should a Christian let himself be walked on?
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California will pay more than $2 million legal fee settlement to churches for significant restrictions. A federal judge approved the settlement for a San...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
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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Amen. First John 1:8. If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. We are all sinners. Jesus died for sinners. Romans 3:26-28....
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Why does James 1:13 say God cannot be tempted by evil?
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the effect on our Christian faith if the Perseverance mission proves there was ancient life on Mars?
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AMEN Ainsley, as for me, I choose to accept God's gift of salvation. I pray that those I know, have or will accept His abounding love. I praise Him and thank...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How could Judas be included as a disciple and follower of Jesus when he had it in his heart to betray him all along?
Actions associated with Christ's betrayal had been foretold in the Old Testament in multiple passages such as Psalm 41:9, Psalm 55:12-14, Jeremiah 32:6-15,...
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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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Amen Mr Kraft. To repent is not simply being sorry for who you are and what you do. If that was it the process would never be finished or come to a close. We...
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Is it wrong to plan ahead? (James 4:13–15)
I don't think there is a problem with planning ahead, although there are caveats in my answer. I heartedly believe that God wants us to use the gifts and...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why does Peter say repent and be baptized for the remission of sins if baptism has nothing to do with remission of sins?
Repentance. The Jews had to change their mind from trusting in keeping the law to Jesus salvation by grace. What Jesus did for us, not what we do or do not...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean to humble yourself?
To humble ourselves is to realize we are all still sinners and if Jesus had not paid the penalty for all sin, no one would be saved. First John 1:8. If we...
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Does it violate religious liberty to close churches over coronavirus?
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California in a more than $2 million attorney legal fees settlement to churches suffering significant restrictions. A federal judge approved the settlement...
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by Rumen Zapryanov
Who is the "we" in Daniel 2:36? Daniel + ?
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Who gave Daniel the knowledge about the dream? God! So Daniel said "we" means "God (who gave me that information) and I" - so "we".
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by ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
What is the effect on our Christian faith if the Perseverance mission proves there was ancient life on Mars?
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That there may be life elsewhere in the universe on the many exoplanets in our universe is pure speculation or brainstorming. It certainly is not science...
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How could Judas be included as a disciple and follower of Jesus when he had it in his heart to betray him all along?
How is Matthew 16: 24-26 applicable to Judas Iscariot, who was one of the disciples of Jesus Christ?
Matthew 16:24 - 26
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Why did Jesus tell the Apostles to "go not the way of the Gentiles and Samaritans?"
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What is cheap grace?
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How could Jesus say we will never die when the Bible says all will eventually die, such as in Hebrews 9:27?
In the first place, even if taken literally, Christ wasn't negating that Christians die. In fact, He affirmed it in an earlier verse, "Although one dies, he...
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by David Quey
Can/should a believer enlist the help of a non-Christian life coach?
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A life coach's duties & influence means the life coach has the role of a "counselor" - - not infallible (since it takes a multitude of counselors to be...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Should a child obey his parent if the parent is causing the child to sin?
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Hannah, great question! And I agree with Pastor Jeremiah in his telling of the story of the born who was Born Again. The same thing happened to me after I...