Why did the old prophet lie to the man of God causing his death?
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by Grant Abbott
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Grant Abbott
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Why is Matthew the first Gospel? He doesn't address the birth of the Christ.
The apostle Matthew records his version of the birth of Jesus in Matthew 1:18-25, and verse 18 begins "This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
How can the meek inherit the earth? (Matthew 5:5)
This verse on meekness must be understood in context with all the verses in the Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount. In these verses (and the Sermon)...
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How should a Christian view the separation of church and state?
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by Crystal G
Why did the old prophet lie to the man of God causing his death?
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This is a great answer. I know someone that’s in this test right now. I’ve tried to warn him but he’s not listening. I’m so scared. I don’t know what’s going...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Who is Jesus referring to as "the salt of the earth" in Matthew 5:13?
Salt has two primary purposes, as a "preservative" to extend the usefulness of food and as a "seasoning" to improve the taste and enjoyment of food. Jesus is...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
How can I give in secret (Matthew 6:4) and still let my good deeds be seen (Matthew 5:16)?
Jesus’ entire ministry was public. He taught in the synagogues and public places. He healed and delivered people openly in the towns and villages. Jesus even...
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by Sheeja Kuruvilla
How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?
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Hello everyone. My name is Sheeja. I lost my 19 month old baby son on January 8 - 2021 by a drowning accident. He was a very handsome and healthy boy. Our...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Who are the righteous in Matthew 9?
The righteous are the true Saints in Israel at that time. These Jews knew and obeyed the bible. They believed what God said was true. They knew they were...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
How can I deal with being jealous and envious of others?
Jealousy and Envy are human emotions given to human beings when God created us. All human emotions are good, because everything God created is good. But like...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Do angels have free will?
Yes, angels do have a will. Jude 1:6 (Ryrie Study Bible) "And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What should we do with our doubts and complaints concerning God? (Isaiah 45:9)
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Interesting profile, Grant. You could be a pastor if you wanted to be.
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What should we do with our doubts and complaints concerning God? (Isaiah 45:9)
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Jack, check out my profile. I'm a retired accountant. I have no formal bible or theologicial training. I am simply a lay Christian who has had years of...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about government?
My short answer has always been "the purpose of government is for punishment and praise. Protect civilians from evildoers by punishing the evildoers, and...
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by dale dorsett
What is liberal Christian theology?
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You said,"He did not know them because the trusted in what they did instead of what HE did for us. They trusted in their own works to save themselves.They...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What should we do with our doubts and complaints concerning God? (Isaiah 45:9)
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Great answer, Grant! Your answer sounds like a pastor's answer. Are you a pastor?
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by Val Girard
How can I deal with being jealous and envious of others?
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Jesus understands. The religious leaders were jealous that they had lost followers to Jesus + plotted His death. He was shamefully, physically abused + spat...
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Should a Christian be opposed to globalization?
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Do angels have free will?
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What should we do with our doubts and complaints concerning God? (Isaiah 45:9)
The bible is clear that God welcomes the doubts and complaints of his people (Christians), who already have faith in Him. In the scripture reference...
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by Nesih Loveline
Can a Christian man marry a older Christian woman?
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Age is just a number when it comes to love.
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by Jen Reeder
How can I deal with being jealous and envious of others?
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I wrestle with that myself and if I find myself doing it I immediately ask God to forgive me and pray that I get better at not doing anything like that.
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Did Paul put anyone out of the church?
Here is what the apostle Paul actually said. "It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that even pagans do not...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Is suffering always a result of sin (Lamentations 3:38-39)?
There are no random events in the world God created. They are all acts of God, either expressly directed by God or deliberately allowed by God. Calamity in...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is the difference between obedience and disobedience?
The difference between obedience and disobedience is measured by love. In verse 23 Jesus says, "If you love me you will obey me.” In verse 24 Jesus says "If...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How can I deal with being jealous and envious of others?
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Is the jealousy and envy mentioned in the question related to wealth and material possessions, or is it in reference to some other attribute?
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What should a wife do when her husband is cruel?
Here are some practical helps for dealing with this type of situation. 1) Pray She can ask the Holy Spirit why the husband is being cruel. She can ask the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is liberal Christian theology?
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He did not know them because the trusted in what they did instead of what HE did for us. They trusted in their own works to save themselves. They boasted in...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Will we have physical bodies in heaven?
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Absolutely agree J.D. I look forward to having a body like Jesus glorified body. It will be marvelous! Amazing! I also think that when that happens, each...
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by John Goeddeke
Will we have physical bodies in heaven?
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Greetings JD. It seems you have the wrong address in Philippians. Can you find where that scripture is? John G
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How is Jesus our Sabbath Rest?
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Scott Broberg
, Fig Tree Ministries
How can I deal with being jealous and envious of others?
This is a difficult question. The causes of our envy or jealousy can be complex and deeply rooted in our being. I would suggest practicing forgiveness. As...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Should Christians get vaccinated?
I heartedly believe Christians should get vaccinated in view of the coronavirus. We are just stewards of our bodies (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), they are not our...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Does Joshua 10:13 indicate that the sun is moving? If not how could God order the sun to stop?
As a point of science (as far as I am aware), the sun (as well as the entire solar system of celestial objects that revolve around it) is not stationary but...
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dale dorsett
What is liberal Christian theology?
This is my take, religion forms gods out of God in the image of man and are superficial, often void of salvation. After studying many religions I recognized...
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by Andre Muller
Is the concept of Lucifer's Flood biblical?
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Hi Scarlett, I believe that you still wanted to explain where the king of Babylon, prince of Tyrus and Lucifer fits into all of this? Is it between Gen1:1...
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Simon Harry
Does Joshua 10:13 indicate that the sun is moving? If not how could God order the sun to stop?
Joshua 10:13 So the sun stood still and the moon stopped until the nation took vengeance upon its enemies. Is this not written in the Book of Jashar? “So th...
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Thelma Lesch
How can I deal with being jealous and envious of others?
Proverbs 24:9
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What should we do with our doubts and complaints concerning God? (Isaiah 45:9)
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Jesus' declaration to Thomas is one of my favorites, Tim, because it applies so directly to us: "Blessed are they who have not seen and yet have believed."...
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Tim Maas
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Where did Cain’s wife come from?
Adam and Eve undoubtedly had many children during their long lives, with only a very few of them having their stories recounted, or even having them...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What should we do with our doubts and complaints concerning God? (Isaiah 45:9)
I would first say that, regardless of whatever we may "do" with our doubts and complaints, God (being omniscient) is aware of them. We are not "hiding"...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Is having friends with benefits or sex with different guys a mortal sin?
The only unforgivable (or mortal) sin is UNBELIEF in Jesus Christ. So how do we know if we have belief? The bible presents us with the good news of what...
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What does the Bible say about believer's baptism?
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Robert, thanks for sharing your personal story, much appreciated. My wife and I were baptised as infants by our parents in the denomination they attended. We...
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Will God forgive me if I keep making promises to Him, then break my promise to Him many times?
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What are the covenants in the Bible?
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Robert DAVIS
What does the Bible say about believer's baptism?
This is a hot potato! I became a believer after being given a bible at a party. I married the giver, who had been baptised as a baby. Almost at once, we...
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by Carolyn Rosado
Will there literally be streets of gold in heaven?
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I must agree with Chuck Cooper, Amen!
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by Carolyn Rosado
Will there literally be streets of gold in heaven?
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Amen!