What does the Bible say about the virgin Mary?
Jesus Christ is fully God (conceived on earth by God) and fully man (born of a human mother). This means that the pre-existent, eternal Son of God has been...
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What does the Bible say about the virgin Mary?
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Yes Cindy, your answers are entirely scriptural and you make some very good points. God bless.
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Is there power in positive confession?
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by Jack Gutknecht
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How is the "fear of the Lord" like the law? (19:7–9)
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I so love all these Scripture Memory Songs! Here is the one based on Psalm 19:8-10 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Mqnw0AcH8c
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why pray? What is the point of prayer when God knows the future and is already in control of everything. If we cannot change God's mind, why should we pray?
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Jennifer, I loved your comments, "When God changes his mind, it is out of mercy - not because his first decision was in any way unjust. (I Chron 21:15, Gen...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God cause his servant to suffer so? (Isaiah 53:10)
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In Christian understanding, the suffering of the Servant (Jesus) is viewed as a means of reconciling humanity to God. The concept is rooted in the doctrine...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God cause his servant to suffer so? (Isaiah 53:10)
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Compare this verse in Isaiah, Isaiah 53:10, with Isaiah 53:6 -- "All of us had wandered off like sheep; each of us had strayed off on his own path, but the...
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by Phil Bloom
, retired, BibleCollege graduate
Does the Bible teach mortal and venial sin?
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The analogy you give is one and the same. The Bible is clear on only one unforgivable sin. Matthew 12:31-32 ESV is very clear on this issue. Vs. 31:...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
In what ways does this truth of God's great mercy and the 'new birth into a living hope' influence your daily life, especially in the face of challenges? 1 Peter 1:3
For me, the "new birth into a living hope" is a matter of the perspective that the knowledge that I am going to live eternally (even though I may die...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is wrong with being a grouchy giver? (as opposed to a "cheerful giver" in 2 Cor. 9:7) The job still gets done.
Cheerful giving reflects God’s grace – 2 Corinthians 9:8 reminds us that God's grace abounds so that we can give freely. "And God is able to bless you...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?
Hebrews 11:1: "Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen." This book the Bible is God's gift, a love letter actually. It...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the gospel?
I like the gospel outline presented near the end of An Advanced Scripture Memory Program: The Gospel (Summary Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4) 3 "For I passed on...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
When I read the Bible using a one-year chronological plan, why does it jump from Genesis to Job and then back to Genesis again?
I am holding The One Year Chronological Bible in my hands as I write this. When following a one-year chronological Bible reading plan, the reason it jumps...
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Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Why has Christianity portrayed Jesus as White?
As a descendant of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and Abraham being from Ur of the Chaldeans, Jesus was likely middle- to light-brown. But many cultures portray...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is it right for a Christian nation to strong arm another country to carry its Christian values?
In actuality, there is no such thing as a "Christian nation". Christianity is on an individual basis today. Any single person living today can become a true...
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WESLEY BARNARD
Why has Christianity portrayed Jesus as White?
The Bible provides clear evidence that Jesus should be portrayed as a dark brown-skinned man.
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What happened to the lost tribes of Israel?
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Thanks Michael for your detailed response, which indeed proves that the assumption that the ten northern tribes of Israel were lost is wrong. I agree with...
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by Andrew Osakue
, Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader
Does the Holy Spirit "convict" born-again persons of sin?
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The Holy Spirit does not convict of sins but sin as singular (JN 16: 8); the sin of not believing in the atoning sacrifice, death and resurrection of Jesus...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who are the people of God?
The phrase "people of God" typically refers to those who are in a covenant relationship with God, encompassing both the Israelites in the Old Testament and...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'
Christ's resurrection is proof that the atonement He alone could make at the cross was the sufficient payment for our sins. Because of this, believers have...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why didn't the disciples always recognize Jesus after His resurrection?
Luke 24:16 says that the two disciples on the road to Emmaus were "kept from recognizing Him." This suggests that God supernaturally prevented them from...
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Anonymous
How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'
1 Peter 1:3 speaks of God's great mercy and the 'new birth into a living hope.'
1 Peter 1:3 - 12
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Billy P Eldred
What does it mean that we are not to love the world?
According to my Greek dictionary, the Greek word for world comes from another Greek word meaning "an orderly arrangement that is an adornment". In other...
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Leslie Coutinho
Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?
Jeremiah 23:3: And I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all countries whither I have driven them, and will bring them again to their folds; and they...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Can you suggest a Bible verse for someone who has been wronged and is struggling with feelings of revenge?
Matt 5:38-40 "Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever...
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Leslie Coutinho
Who is Daniel 7:14 talking about, God or Christ?
Daniel 7:14: And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an...
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What does the Bible say about being poor?
For those spiritually poor, Jesus in Matt 5 said that they are blessed. But in Rev 3. they are miserable. I think the difference is that those in Matt 5 knew...
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Is God compassionate or ferocious (Lamentations 3:22)?
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Why is Christian doctrine so divisive?
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What is the book of Leviticus?
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Was Jesus black?
Was Jesus Black? I think the better question is: “Was Jesus White?” For the most part, from the 16th century to date, Christianity has steadfastly portrayed...
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Why didn't the disciples always recognize Jesus after His resurrection?
I believe the reason the disciples of Jesus did not recognize him after his resurrection from the dead is because he manifested a different physical...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead?
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Application for Today God condemns all occult practices Saul's mistake was seeking answers from the dead instead of God. Many today turn to psychics,...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?
Genesis 32:24-29: "Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of day. Now when He saw that He did not prevail against him, He...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What was the significance of Moses putting ram's blood onto Aaron's right ear lobe, right thumb, and right big toe?
I like what the late Dr. Warren Wiersbe said about this consecration: "The unique part of the ceremony was the putting of blood and oil on the right ear,...
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What is The Living Bible (TLB)?
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, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead?
This was one of the topics we as students @ Arizona Bible College in Phoenix, Arizona could choose from to write a paper on. Then in Mr. Robert Bowles class...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead?
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Well put, Robert!
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What does it mean to take a thought captive?
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Why did Noah release a raven? Why did he later release a dove?
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Why did Noah curse Ham / Canaan?
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Will the Jews have another chance to accept Jesus as their Messiah when He returns?
Yes. When Christ returns, Israel will receive an "unction from the Holy One", and will "know all things" (1 John 2:20). He will be their God and they will be...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?
The next verse (v19 in bold below) explains the purpose of why we must prepare ourselves with "the whole armor of God": Eph 6:10-19 "Finally, my brethren, be...
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Anonymous
How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?
The Christian life is filled with dangers, granted. The enemy continually assaults believers. How can we stand against this constant warfare?
Ephesians 6:10 - 20
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When did the teaching of rapture of the church began?
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Matthew 24:29-31 agrees with 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5. Whether both passages are referring to a rapture or the Second Coming is debatable. However, both are...
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Robert Hibbard
, Retired Christian High School Teacher
Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead?
In reading the story I am of the opinion that the medium herself was surprised and irritated at what happened; it wasn't her doing. I believe God did bring...