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  1. What is the significance of God the Father Jehovah being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture?
  2. Can we earn God's approval? (2 Timothy 2:15)
  3. Why did Jesus sometimes heal people who didn’t believe or even ask for help?
  4. Was Jairus’ daughter dead or near death when he came to see Jesus?
  5. Why is the gift of tongues a sign for unbelievers and prophecy a sign for believers?
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Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Why does it seem that Jesus teaches that you have to be perfect to be saved (Matthew 5:48)?

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Tim, Jesus often spoke of sin in metaphors that illustrate the havoc sin can wreak in one's life. He described sin as blindness (Matthew 23:16-26), sickness...

March 06 2021

Answer by Frank McFarland

How is Jesus from David's bloodline if he was born of a virgin?

When you adopt a child that child is legally YOURS. Joseph not only adopted the child, he had named the child before the child was born. Joseph was told, “...

March 06 2021 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?

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In my humble opinion while in theory an OATH may give a somewhat comforting appearance, the cold reality is that it is next to useless when administered,...

March 05 2021

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

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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Jamie, remember Jesus said, 'Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe in Me.'" "And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which...

March 05 2021

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

How can infants and young children who die, people with special needs, and those who have never heard the gospel be saved?

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Jack, Thanks for correcting me. The general revelation is explained in Romans 1:19-21 and our conscience is explained in Romans 2:14-16. Your attention to...

March 04 2021

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

How can infants and young children who die, people with special needs, and those who have never heard the gospel be saved?

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Great answer, Grant! In your Point #2. God is Merciful. God is not willing that any should perish but that everyone would come to a knowledge of the truth (2...

March 04 2021

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

How did God send a tormenting spirit to Saul?

Every person chosen by God, the Israelites in the Old Testament and the Christians in the New Testament) is protected from all spiritual forces of evil....

March 04 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How did David let himself fall deeper and deeper into sin, in the episode with Bathsheba?

Every event in scripture is recorded to teach us one of two things: 1) a faithful & obedient example of a God-pleasing life, or 2) a warning to avoid the...

March 04 2021 2 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about the end of the world?

March 04 2021

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Why in the, "Glory Be" prayer (AKA "Gloria Patri") does it say, "World without end"?

March 04 2021

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Why did Jesus say the poor widow who had given two mites, had given more than all the rest of the rich men had given?

March 04 2021

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

How did God send a tormenting spirit to Saul?

God is sovereign over all spiritual beings, including evil ones (even Satan). He is capable of using them for his purposes, and they can also do no more than...

March 04 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How did David let himself fall deeper and deeper into sin, in the episode with Bathsheba?

A clear progression: 1) Neglecting his duty as king by remaining in Jerusalem, rather than leading his army in the field 2) Spending his time in Jerusalem in...

March 04 2021 3 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Can loved ones in heaven look down on you?

When Christians die our souls are instantly transported to heaven to be united with Christ. We know that our souls are in heaven from the descriptions in...

March 03 2021 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is smoking marijuana a sin?

Everything God created is good because God is good by nature. God gave everything he created to human beings to bless our lives. Marijuana can be used for...

March 03 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How can infants and young children who die, people with special needs, and those who have never heard the gospel be saved?

Let's focus on the scriptural truths and promises that underlie God's plan of salvation. 1. God is Sovereign. He decided before the foundation of the world...

March 03 2021 4 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What behaviors and attitudes of Judas opened him up to the influence of Satan, resulting in his betrayal of Jesus? How can I avoid such behaviors and attitudes?

Before we seek to learn something from Judas' life, we must remember this important truth - Judas was destined to betray Jesus because it was the sovereign...

March 03 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Can loved ones in heaven look down on you?

The question assumes that upon death the righteous immediately will ascend to heaven to be with God. I’m well aware that for many Christians this is a...

March 03 2021 5 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

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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Jamie, Thanks for sharing your struggle. That's how God brings Christians together to help each other heal and grow. God loves to do things for his people...

March 03 2021

Answer by Wenona Hollis

Which version of the Bible would be best for a person with a learning disability?

I too, have a learning disability, and understand your concerns for your son's need to get the best for his learning. I see a lot of answers which are...

March 03 2021 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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 thank you for your answer and I thank you for your time. I wish I could understand what it is that I am supposed to do. I have a PsD in Psychology and 25...

March 03 2021

Question by Adjoa Acheampong

How did God send a tormenting spirit to Saul?

1 Samuel 16:1 - 23

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

Why do so many people have to experience terrible suffering before death?

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What we do know for sure is that God loves us. Indeed He is Love and Grace. He does not want anyone to suffer. But He can and does use all things for good....

March 03 2021

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Who are the Amish, and what are their beliefs?

March 03 2021

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What is Seventh-day Adventism (SDA), and what do Seventh-day Adventists believe?

March 03 2021

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What does the Bible say about feeling overwhelmed?

March 03 2021

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What does the Bible say about the end of the world?

March 03 2021

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

When referring to the marriage ceremony of the Lamb and the church, does this event occur pre-, mid-, or post-tribulation, or not at all?

At some point during the break between Christ's subsequent coming and the start of the millennial realm, the brilliant marriage dinner of the Lamb will occur...

March 02 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is it okay for me to ask my wife to cover up (to dress modestly, i.e. no yoga pants or such) if we have agreed to not have sex in order to pray?

I am seeing more and more women wearing yoga pants. I would like to see them (the yoga pants) on my wife, a Christian woman, only. Period. In our home, with...

March 02 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Becky Hunter

"Did the Catholic Church officially change the Sabbath day to Sunday?"

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The disciples gathered on the first day of the week, Sunday, and not the seventh day, Saturday, as the Jews did. In doing so, they established the day of the...

March 02 2021

Comment by Becky Hunter

Why was Jesus baptized? Why was Jesus' baptism important?

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It was an example for believers. By being dunked He was showing His death, His burial and His resurrection.

March 02 2021

Answer by Mark Bernard

What does "things under the earth" refer to in Philippians 2:10?

The 3-fold division that Paul uses here is a reflection of Near Eastern Cosmology. The ancient near eastern peoples saw a three-fold division of the entire...

March 02 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

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?

First, never give up. Next, you must forgive those who have hurt you. 1 Peter 2:19-23, "For this is commendable, if because of conscience toward God one...

March 02 2021 5 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How does God’s Word keep us from sin? (Psalm 119:11)

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Jack, David penned the words you reference. He could read and study the scriptures without ceasing and he'd still sin. It speaks of what was in David's...

March 02 2021

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

How does God’s Word keep us from sin? (Psalm 119:11)

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Grant, Yes, Satan lies to whomever will listen. The church began with one person, the founder and builder, Jesus the Christ. And His body, the Church, is...

March 02 2021

Answer by Perry Peterson

Why was Jesus baptized? Why was Jesus' baptism important?

Jesus going through baptism was necessary, not because He had anything to repent of, but because he was flesh...our Kinsman-redeemer. He is the God-man. All...

March 02 2021 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Donna Williams

Why do most Christians not keep the Sabbath by setting aside one day a week to focus on their spiritual growth?

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Grant: It saddens me to see the Body of Christ in the condition that she is in. I have had the opportunity to chat with men and women who profess to know...

March 02 2021

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

What behaviors and attitudes of Judas opened him up to the influence of Satan, resulting in his betrayal of Jesus? How can I avoid such behaviors and attitudes?

I would say that Judas' actions stemmed from three factors: 1) his fundamental dishonesty and lust for money, leading to his thievery (in his capacity as the...

March 01 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why does it seem that Jesus teaches that you have to be perfect to be saved (Matthew 5:48)?

This is a great example of the great DANGER of taking individual verses, out of context, and building a theology around them. Christian theology has been...

March 01 2021 1 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

When will "the hour of trial"--the testing of everyone on earth--occur? (Rv 3:10)

This passage is a great example of prophetic words from Jesus that have multiple fulfilments which is the most amazing miracle in the bible. The book of...

March 01 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about going to see a prostitute?

Sexual Immorality is the broad term used in the bible to describe a host of sexual sins, which includes, fornication, adultery, homosexual sex (sodomy),...

March 01 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

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?

When calamity strikes our life we can certainly think that God is punishing us. It is human nature to think that God will always bless Christians for having...

March 01 2021 6 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why do most Christians not keep the Sabbath by setting aside one day a week to focus on their spiritual growth?

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Donna, The scripture I referenced shows that Paul preached the gospel on the Sabboth in the Jewish synagogues because he was a Jew and had a right to be...

March 01 2021

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

How does God show us all the fine details so we can build the life he has planned for us?

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Tim, God gave Moses exacting details to build the tabernacle for his presence to dwell. God did the same thing with David, showing him the fine details to...

March 01 2021