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

When one passes is it correct to say, "S/he is now with Jesus"?

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Hi Jennifer. You made the statement, "The Word of God that states that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord does not only apply to...

April 12 2021

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

What did Jesus mean by "My burden is ‘light’”?

Jesus' description of His yoke as light reflects the following aspects: 1) The weight of our yoke is immeasurably increased by the innate, universal...

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Answer by Jennifer Taylor

When one passes is it correct to say, "S/he is now with Jesus"?

The Word of God clearly states that whether we live, we live unto the Lord and whether we die, we die unto the Lord; therefore whether we live or die, we...

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Answer by robert hough

Why weren't Adam and Eve created at the same time?

In my opinion, this is a "trick" question. I say that because, I believe Scripture tells us (in one place) that "Adam and Eve" (i.e. male and female) WERE...

April 12 2021 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Gregory Boldon , Christian Military Veteran Warrior for God

What does the Bible say about interracial marriage?

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Mr. Hickman's answer hits close to home. I have been struggling with this "problem". I am copying his answer on paper. This way I will not have to power up...

April 12 2021

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Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?

April 11 2021

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

What are some things we should not take for granted after the pandemic?

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Yes, Shirley, some specific verses: “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how...

April 11 2021

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Was Jesus Christ married? Did Jesus have a wife?

April 11 2021

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

What does it mean to delight yourself in the Lord in Psalm 37:4?

Psalms 37:3-4 37:3 "Trust in the Lord and do what is right! Settle in the land and maintain your integrity!" 37:4 "Then you will take delight in the Lord,...

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Answer by robert hough

Why wasn't Cain's punishment death?

First, Cain, being the offspring of Adam, was already under the curse of death Secondly, God had not given / revealed the "LAW" which included " a life for a...

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

What are some Bible verses having to do with the battle for the eyes?

Purity's importance is summed up by our Lord: "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God" (Matt. 5:8). In the rest of His Sermon on the Mount, Ch...

Job 31:1

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

What is the supremacy of Christ and what are its implications?

There is much to say about the supremacy of Christ: The supremacy of his deity, equal with God the Father in all his attributes — the radiance of his glory...

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Answer by Heather Wise

Do we have freedom or responsibility to wear face masks during COVID-19?

I am in agreement with some of the answers. I have done some research on this very question. Masks can be very harmful especially over hours of wearing. God...

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

Were the saints resurrected when Christ died or after His resurrection?

I think they were raised when Christ died. I am a grammarian and the grammar supports my view: Even though it sounds very strange, Matthew locates the...

April 11 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

What does the Bible say about Christians participating in political rallies against the government. Should we be involved in such activities?

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John, God raised up Christian leaders to fight against Black racism in the US and South Africa. God used Christian members of parliament in England to...

April 11 2021

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

What is the order of Christ's appearances after His resurrection?

NKJV records... On Sunday at dawn, location Jerusalem, Jesus appeared to Mary Magdaline.Mark 16:9-11; John 20:11-18. Location - Jerusalem Jesus appears to...

April 11 2021 Follow Vote Up

Comment by King Ace

What is the land that God promised to Israel?

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That city (New Jerusalem) is for the 12 tribes of Israel. Its for no one else. Revelation 21:10-14 (kjv) 10) And he carried me away in the spirit to a great...

April 11 2021

Comment by King Ace

Is Israel, the "Promised Land", the same Israel of today?

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There is not supposed to be a migration of Israelites in the Land of Canaan before CHRIST returns. CHRIST will gather them upon his return.

April 11 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why do people reject Jesus as their Savior?

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Romans 3:26-28 Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? By works? nay, but by the law of faith, therefore we conclude a man is justified by...

April 11 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why do people reject Jesus as their Savior?

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John 6:37 All that the Father giveth me, will come to me, and all that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out. Repentance is faith. It is to go from...

April 11 2021

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Why do people reject Jesus as their Savior?

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In Heb 12:2 the word is not, "author" as some transate, but file-leader or "pioneer." Question: What does it mean that Jesus is the author and perfecter of...

April 11 2021

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

What does the Bible say about Christians participating in political rallies against the government. Should we be involved in such activities?

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Grant, interesting that you equate families with governments. Jesus was talking about those who believe in him and those who don't want to accept Him....

April 11 2021

Comment by Ben Jones , Retired Professional Photographer

Why do people reject Jesus as their Savior?

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Is God the God of destiny, or does He leave our destiny to our on again off again thinking "I am a Christian" or "No I'm not because I sin too much." Are we...

April 11 2021

Comment by King Ace

Who were the Chaldeans in the Bible?

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The Chaldeans aka the Babylonians descend from a man name Arphaxad. They lived in Ancient Babylon which is today Southern Iraq.

April 11 2021

Comment by King Ace

Who were the Assyrians in the Bible?

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The Assyrians descend from Asshur. Ishmael has no descendants from the 12 tribes. All 12 tribes come from Jacob and Jews come from Judah, the 4th son of...

April 11 2021

Comment by King Ace

Who were the Rechabites in the Bible?

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The Midianites descended from Midian a son of Abraham. The Rechabites came from Cain, they were Kenites. They were not related. They lived amongst each other...

April 11 2021

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

What does the Bible say about betrayal by family and by liars (Genesis 50:20, etc.)?

What Biblical exhortation(s) is there for help in the midst of being betrayed? What did Jesus say about being betrayed, not His betrayal but our betraya...

Genesis 50:20

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

What should we learn about God's hand in Daniel 6?

In Daniel 6:21-22, God shut the lions' mouths! Compare what Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego said in Daniel 3:18, "But even if He [God] does not [save us from...

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Why do people reject Jesus as their Savior?

April 10 2021

Comment by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

What does the Bible say about Christians participating in political rallies against the government. Should we be involved in such activities?

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John, Consider carefully these words of Jesus. I have come to bring fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled! 50 But I have a baptism to...

April 10 2021

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

Is the land of the Gadarenes in Mark 5:1 the same area as the land of Genessaret in Mathew 14:34?

They are not the same. The land of the Gadarenes (who were also known as Gerasenes or Gergesenes) mentioned in Mark 5:1 was located on the eastern side of...

April 10 2021 Follow Vote Up

Comment by Sharon Fiocca , Retired speech pathologist

Why did God allow Solomon to have 1,000 wives and concubines?

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I am guessing it was culturally accepted just like women once were to cover their heads in church but no longer do so. However since not God's perfect plan...

April 10 2021

Comment by Vijaya Lekamge , A retired, part qualified Accountant

What is the origin of Christianity?

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Praise the Lord, Mr. James Kraft. The Bible has given the best example of the unmerited favour of God, at the cross. Luke 23 32 Two other men, both...

April 10 2021

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

Should Christians get vaccinated?

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I just wish to clear up 2 points re science as there are 2 views on this subject. These views: 1. Experimental science where one does experiments to find out...

April 10 2021

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

What does the Bible say about Christians participating in political rallies against the government. Should we be involved in such activities?

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Grant, the people wanted Jesus to defeat the Romans. They had it wrong. Jesus had no intention of overthrowing any government. As the second example you...

April 10 2021

Answer by robert hough

Were the saints resurrected when Christ died or after His resurrection?

It is seems to me that the saints, here mentioned, must have come "out of the tombs" AFTER Christ’s resurrection. This would seem to be biblically...

April 10 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean when God says He'll break Israel’s bow in Hosea 1:5?

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The breaking of the bow... 1 Samuel 2:4, "The bows of the mighty men are broken." Hannah, in her prayer gives three ways that God reverses human...

April 10 2021

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

Do we have freedom or responsibility to wear face masks during COVID-19?

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Michele, no government could possibly enforce a law that prevents praying. In the United States, we have the right to pray to anyone we choose. We just can't...

April 10 2021

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What is moral absolutism?

April 09 2021

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April 09 2021

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What is YHWH? What is the tetragrammaton?

April 09 2021

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Do we have freedom or responsibility to wear face masks during COVID-19?

April 09 2021

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Do we have an appointed time of death?

April 09 2021

Answer by doran schwab

Do we have freedom or responsibility to wear face masks during COVID-19?

I largely agree with the good doctor above. Not only have many doctors and medical scientists spoken out against the efficacy of most masks, but mask wearing...

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

Who was Cain's wife? Was Cain's wife his sister?

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AMEN, Rudolph, James, Chris, and Allen. God tells us everything we need to know. The Bible does not necessarily tell us everything we may want to know. I...

April 09 2021

Comment by Paul Hooker

What does the Bible say about Christians participating in political rallies against the government. Should we be involved in such activities?

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One of the greatest problems in the mainstream church today is in applying the Spirit of the law as opposed to the letter of the law or rightly applying the...

April 09 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the origin of Christianity?

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Amen. Romans 3:26-28 Justified by faith apart from the deeds of the law. Galatians 2:21. Romans 11:6. Ephesians 2:8-9 You can not boast in free. And faith is...

April 09 2021

Answer by Kimm Gaines

How could Moses have written these words of self-praise in Exodus 11:3?

My impression in reading this scripture is not that it is boastful, but rather that it is a description of the circumstances at the time. Even if Moses had...

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Question by Gregory Boldon , Christian Military Veteran Warrior for God

Were the saints resurrected when Christ died or after His resurrection?

Matthew 27:50 "And Jesus cried out again with a loud voice and yielded up His spirit." Matthew 27:52 "The tombs also were opened. And many bodies of the s...

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