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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 are "pruning hooks" and "plowshares" in Micah 4:3?
  7. What does the Bible say about Christians and Israel?
  8. 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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Comment by Enoch Ilisia

What does it mean that Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath?

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This is straight and biblically sound truth which adds no extra human opinions anti-law sentiments against the Lord's Holy Sabbath Day.

March 16 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can the church achieve a true, biblical unity?

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A test to see if you are a real Christian? Do you believe that how you live and what you do has anything to do with you going to heaven? If so, you are...

March 16 2021

Answer by Ray D

What is a Christian?

I like to use Acts 2:37-42 when thinking about this. At this point, new converts came to Peter and the apostles and asked, “Brethren, what shall we do?” And...

March 15 2021 14 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Ray D

Who is the woman mentioned in Revelation 12:1?

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Absolutely! Thank you so much for the comment! Like most Bible verses, the passage has both a literal and figurative meaning (and sometimes even more). On...

March 15 2021

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

How do I pray for God to help me conceive another child?

Great question! To help lead the way try Ruth 4:11 New International Version "Then the elders and all the people at the gate said, 'We are witnesses. May...

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Answer by Antony Njenga , I am a member of the body of the messiah and a teacher

Why did Jesus sweat blood in the Garden of Gethsemane?

Another point that has not been mentioned is that Jesus knew His time of ministry was coming to an end yet there was so much still to be done, the laborers...

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Comment by Vijaya Lekamge , A retired, part qualified Accountant

Who is the woman mentioned in Revelation 12:1?

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Ray D thank you for both the literal and the deeper/figurative answers. How far can you go with the literal answer that the woman is Mary, not only in the...

March 15 2021

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Comment by King Ace

If the original people of Judah and Israel were ethnic people of color, why are today's Jews mostly European?

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The BIBLE actually says that Jews and Israelites shouldn't be in the Land of Canaan before CHRIST returns. In fact, if you read the book of Joel, they will...

March 15 2021

Answer by Donna Williams

Is it ok to use tithe or giving money to a ministry where you’ll receive back something?

As I considered the question, my first thought was the intent of the heart. It sounds like the motive is one of selfishness, looking to receive something in...

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What is the Christian view of Tai Chi (TaiChi)?

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How can I overcome fear of praying in church?

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What is tithe used for according to the Bible?

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Can a Christian be demon possessed? Can a Christian be demonized?

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Why did Jesus say, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"

March 14 2021

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March 14 2021

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

Why was the psalmist "persecuted" (Psalm 119:86, NIV)?

We, God's children, are different from others in this world, lost people whom Jesus called "the children of this world" (Luke 16:8). We are non-conformists...

March 14 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How do I get right with God?

According to Romans 3:23, sin is plainly disobeying God. One of the most important words for sin in the New Testament is the Greek word "hamartia --αμαρτια,"...

March 14 2021 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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How do I pray for God to help me conceive another child?

Been trying to conceive since October 2020. Not sure what scripture or prayer to help lead the way.

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Answer by Malachi Ntloko

What is the "Apostles' Doctrine" mentioned in Acts 2:42?

1 Peter 1:14-16 says, "As obedient children, not conforming yourselves to the former lusts, as in your ignorance; but as He who called you is holy, you also...

March 14 2021 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?

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The question is should a Christian be a republican or a democrat? The problem is the Bible believing Christian to run for the presidency?

March 14 2021

Comment by Vijaya Lekamge , A retired, part qualified Accountant

Did Jesus go to hell between His death and resurrection?

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Mr. Donald Woody, Thank you for your answer. You wrote, line 3 and 4: "... First if there is anyone currently in hell.” In line 20,"NO ONE IS THERE .." 1...

March 14 2021

Comment by Vijaya Lekamge , A retired, part qualified Accountant

Did Jesus go to hell between His death and resurrection?

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Thank you Mr. Bruce Lyon for the answer. In para.6 you wrote: "..that after they have died they know nothing, that they go down into silence, and will remain...

March 14 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the origin of Christianity?

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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 It is Gods will that...

March 14 2021

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

What does Psalm 119 say about revival?

There are other verses in Psalm 119 that refer to revival as well, I'm sure.

Psalms 119:153 - 160

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Comment by Vijaya Lekamge , A retired, part qualified Accountant

Why was Moses punished so harshly? (Numbers 20:12)

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Thank you Ovie for the answer. Could you expand on : "Same pattern with David and his intention to build the temple, God also rejected him, again the promise...

March 14 2021

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible say about sex before marriage?

In the old testament law, Deuteronomy 22:28-29. if a man find a damsel who is a virgin, who is not betrothed, and lay hold on her and lie with her, and they...

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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the origin of Christianity?

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Some believers are chosen for special service. Some believers are elected to service. But no one is saved until they believe the gospel of their own free...

March 14 2021

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

How might Jesus encourage someone who doubts his ability to memorize Bible verses?

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In context, Romans 10 is a testimony of how people get saved, not how they learn to memorize scripture. He says 'faith comes by hearing the word of God' (Rom...

March 14 2021

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

How might Jesus encourage someone who doubts his ability to memorize Bible verses?

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This is exactly how we "recall" scripture and use them to minister with the word. Of course there are a few scriptures that are cited so much by so many...

March 14 2021

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?

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March 10th. is National Abortion Providers Appreciation Day. “It’s just remarkable legislation,” a boasting House speaker PELOSI gushed before criticizing...

March 14 2021

Answer by Veselin Tsonev

What will happen after Jesus reigns on earth for 1,000 years?

If you pay close attention, you will understand that after the second coming of Jesus, there will be a judgment for the wicked for 1,000 years, and all...

March 14 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why does it seem that God is punishing me when I’ve done nothing wrong, and also prospering those who have hurt me and caused me pain?

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When I received the 1A draft status as an 18-year-old young man, fresh out of high school, I became afraid of going to war against Vietnam and getting...

March 14 2021

Comment by Al Mark

Are Mormons Christians? Are Mormons saved?

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Who you think Jesus is defines whether you you have the right view of salvation. If you think Jesus was just a man who became God, your view of God is...

March 13 2021

Answer by Simon Henson

What did Jesus mean when He said, "It is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs? (Matthew 15:26 ESV)

Jesus spoke to shame the prejudice of those disciples and fellow Jews with him. Jesus was close to his mother, and would have understood the fervent request...

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Comment by Jamie Brown

Why does it seem that God is punishing me when I’ve done nothing wrong, and also prospering those who have hurt me and caused me pain?

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I have no one to help me, I have no network of support. I would really like that; believe me, I would, but it’s just not there. I can not make folks like me....

March 13 2021

Comment by Jamie Brown

Why does it seem that God is punishing me when I’ve done nothing wrong, and also prospering those who have hurt me and caused me pain?

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As forgiving, I’ve forgiven every person who has ever caused me pain or harm. It’s forgiving myself that’s the issue. I consider myself to be of, at least,...

March 13 2021

Comment by Jamie Brown

Why does it seem that God is punishing me when I’ve done nothing wrong, and also prospering those who have hurt me and caused me pain?

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Oh I will never give up, I’m a fighter. I never quit anything I start and I don’t like to lose. I guess playing college and pro football gave me those habits...

March 13 2021

Comment by Jamie Brown

Why does it seem that God is punishing me when I’ve done nothing wrong, and also prospering those who have hurt me and caused me pain?

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I will. It’s hard knowing that I must spend my remaining years on this earth alone, but I am beginning to understand why God tells us very stringently that...

March 13 2021

Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

How should a Christian spouse handle an adulterous affair that has resulted in a child?

How should a Christian spouse handle an adulterous affair that has resulted in a child? This is simple to answer. Yehovah was married to Israel and Israel...

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

How can we appropriate God's blessings according to Psalm 34 when we really want to live?

We can appropriate God's blessings when we seek Him (Psalm 34:4, 10*), cry out to Him (Ps 34:6, 17), trust Him (Ps 34:8**), fear Him (Ps 34:7,9***), refrain...

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

What should we learn from the life of Jonah?

At Dallas Theological Seminary we seminary students (all men at that time) had to translate the whole book of Jonah from Hebrew to English in our Hebrew...

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

How can we appropriate God's blessings according to Psalm 34 when we really want to live?

To me, the portion of the cited psalm that speaks most directly to the subject of how to appropriate God's blessing is Psalm 34:12-14, which advises avoiding...

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