Why would Jesus tell the demoniac he didn't need further training, but could go on mission right away and tell his story?
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why would Jesus tell the demoniac he didn't need further training, but could go on mission right away and tell his story?
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Tim, You are so right that very few Christians will ever have formal training, so it can’t be a requirement. And it is hard to argue with a Personal...
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why would Jesus tell the demoniac he didn't need further training, but could go on mission right away and tell his story?
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Donna, I love your comment that Jesus had no formal training at all. He knew his Father’s will (the Scriptures) and he depended on the wisdom and power of...
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Donna Williams
What must I do to hear “well done My good and faithful servant?”
I believe that in order to hear the words "Well done my good and faithful servant", it will be because we have humbly submitted ourselves to the will of our...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is replacement theology?
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Amen. Romans 4:2: If Abraham was justified by works, He would have something to glory in, but not before God. Abraham was saved by faith alone. Romans 1:16...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can "envy" rot one’s bones? (Proverbs 14:30)
Proverbs 14:30 NIV says, “A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.” Envy gives us stress, disrupts our sleep, distorts our thinking,...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Saul strip off his clothes as he danced and prophesied before Samuel? 1 Sam. 19:24
Samuel was conducting a service in which the group of prophets was prophesying. When Saul’s men came to capture David, they were overcome by the Spirit of th...
1 Samuel 19:24
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does the fact that Jesus called the Father the "only true God" mean that He Himself is not God (John 17:3)?
No, I don’t believe Jesus was denying His divinity here (note my capitol “H” in “His.”) That would contradict many passages in the Bible. Jesus is God: He is...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What was the deadly wound that was healed on the beast in Revelation 13?
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I'm sorry if I did not make my meaning clear. I did not by any means intend to imply that the beast was somehow a reference to Christ. Rather, the beast is...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why does God condemn idolatry in 1 Cor. 8:4 when idols are actually “nothing”?
Paul says here that “an idol is nothing in the world.” Yet the Bible repeatedly condemns idolatry (cf. Ex. 20:4), and even Paul said there are demons behind ...
1 Corinthians 8:4
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by Grant Walton
What was the deadly wound that was healed on the beast in Revelation 13?
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How can the verse be talking about Jesus? The verse is describing the first beast of Revelation 13. Jesus is the lamb that was slain, so how can you say that...
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Philip Davies
What is replacement theology?
Replacement Theology is a derogatory term for the belief that God's people are characterised by faith alone and it has always been that way in both the Old...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How can "envy" rot one’s bones? (Proverbs 14:30)
I think that if you are saved, you are at peace with God and receive eternal life. If you are envious, your heart is not at peace. You do not enjoy the...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did David name his son Solomon when God said his name was to be Jedidiah?
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The baby evidently was given 2 names, even though 1 was prominent, “Solomon.” Even today some people go by their middle name. QSB
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What are some things I need to know about the Antichrist and his rise to power?
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I believe that he will be very charismatic, a smooth talker. People will want to be around him. Suddenly, he will become the opposite of his suave...
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Donna Williams
Why would Jesus tell the demoniac he didn't need further training, but could go on mission right away and tell his story?
I believe that many of us in the Body of Christ have been deceived into believing that it takes formal training to serve in "the ministry". That is why Jesus...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why would Jesus tell the demoniac he didn't need further training, but could go on mission right away and tell his story?
All Christians are commanded (as Jesus commanded the demoniac) to testify and give witness to their faith, based on their own personal experiences. Since...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Is man's sin passed down only via the male?
Although the account of the fall of humanity into sin in Genesis indicates that Eve was actually the first individual to commit sin, the Bible consistently...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How can "envy" rot one’s bones? (Proverbs 14:30)
First, I would say that the beginning of the cited verse is meant to be a contrast to the effects of envy. A heart at peace is used as a symbol for the...
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Are Jews saved because they are God's chosen people?
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What is the difference between the priests and the Levites?
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Tim Maas
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Does the fact that Jesus called the Father the "only true God" mean that He Himself is not God (John 17:3)?
There are multiple occasions in the gospels (such as the verse cited in the question; Jesus' cry from the cross of "My God, my God, why have you forsaken...
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Is baptism the New Covenant equivalent of circumcision?
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What is the river of life?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why is Christ the only way of salvation? (Acts 4:12)
Peter says that “there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” What about the sincere pagan or Buddhist? Is God going to se...
Acts 4:12
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is the effect on our Christian faith if the Perseverance mission proves there was ancient life on Mars?
The Perseverance rover will be collecting geologic samples from the Jezero crater for 30 Mars days. Scientists believe the crater formerly held a lake in anc...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who was Theophilus?
Great question about Theophilus, Judith! He was a Christian of high rank for whose use Luke wrote his gospel and the Acts of the Apostles (Luke 1:3; Acts...
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Tony Railton
What does the Bible teach about the Trinity?
1. The Trinity, although not mentioned in the Bible, consists of 3 Persons, each with a different function, yet all in agreement in one, as they are God in...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why are these words from Jesus "Don't be afraid; just believe" (NIV) so important when we need something seemingly impossible from Jesus?
Why do our fears prevent us from believing in Jesus - believing what he can do to meet our needs?
Mark 5:21 - 43
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What can we learn about how Samuel prayed in 1 Samuel 12:23?
23 Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way:) KJV
1 Samuel 12:23
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How did Jesus answer Philip's question in John 14:8, "Lord, show us the Father and we will be satisfied."
Jesus' full answer may be found in John 14:9-21, I believe. a. Christ: “I have been with all of you for a long time. Don’t you know me yet, Philip? [I'd...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What must I do to hear “well done My good and faithful servant?”
Matthew 25:21, 23 NLT “The master was full of praise. ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so ...
Matthew 25:14 - 30
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How did Jesus answer Philip's question in John 14:8, "Lord, show us the Father and we will be satisfied."
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You are spot on with the Athanasian Creed, Tim. "God reveals Himself as a triune being: Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. “The whole three persons are co-eternal,...
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ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
Where is a good place for a teenager to start reading the Bible?
Where to start in reading the bible can be a hard question. Before reading the bible an overview of it;s fundamentals leading to what we as Christians...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Does God take the Holy Spirit out of us if we fall back into habitual sin?
One of the promises of God. Hebrews 13:5 And be content with such things as ye have, for He hath said, I will never leave you or forsake you. John 1:12 But...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can I be ready to be caught up in the Rapture?
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Romans 11:29 For the GIFTS, eternal life, and the calling of God, John 12:32, are without repentance. Irrevocable. Can not be changed back. Repentance, which...
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Donna Williams
Is it a sin to help in the preparation of an offering in a Buddhist tradition?
According to the Word of God, as believers we have been instructed not to have any fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather we are to...
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Donna Williams
Why would an evil spirit visit a confessed and forgiven sinner?
Based on the context of the Scripture referenced in the question, I would like to share that the Holy Spirit through the writer is expressing worldliness or...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the abomination of desolation?
Daniel 9:27 Matthew 24:15 It is when the anti Christ sets him self up in the temple during the 7 year tribulation period. It is the middle of the 7 year...
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James Marstaller
, Pastor of Cornerstone Gospel Church
Where is a good place for a teenager to start reading the Bible?
If they have grown up in the church and been exposed to the gospel that changes the approach a little. John is a good place to start (it was written to the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the evidence that Christians are supposed to do GOOD WORKS, other than Ephesians 2:10?
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Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on Him who justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. John 6:47.John 5:24. John...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What are some mistakes for us to avoid in the Parable of the Rich Farmer (Luke 12:13-21)?
I would say that the farmer's overriding mistake was to concentrate solely on the amassing of material wealth for his own ease and comfort in this temporal...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How did Jesus answer Philip's question in John 14:8, "Lord, show us the Father and we will be satisfied."
Perhaps I am misunderstanding the point or intent of the question, but the answer to it appears to have been plainly given by Jesus in the very next verse...
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What does the oil represent that the virgins went to buy?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are some mistakes for us to avoid in the Parable of the Rich Farmer (Luke 12:13-21)?
And what kind of fool was he?
Luke 12:13 - 21
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What can we learn about the wrong way and the right way in Proverbs 14:12?
The Wrong Way—The Right Way A WAY Proverbs 14:12 1 Turned into Isa. 53:6: “All we like sheep have gone astray, every one hath turned aside into his own way:...