What are some Scriptures pertaining to Advent that I could read with my family?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What did angels have to do with Jesus' ministry?
See too Matthew 2:13, 19-20 for additional passages but I am sure there must be more.
Matthew 1:19 - 20
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about satire and/or sarcasm?
I once heard a sermon decades ago, I think, at Scottsdale Bible Church (AZ), about Elijah’s gibe directed at the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:27. 1 Kings...
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Anonymous
Can Satan injure God’s children or not? (1 John 5:18)
Indeed, even Jesus admitted to Peter, "Satan has requested you, that he may filter you as wheat" (Luke 22:31). Notwithstanding, John demands here that "he wh...
1 John 5:18
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by Coby Helton
What can I say to help another believer who wants speak in tongues?
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Good answers Arun Kumar. You are correct.
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What spiritually should I expect in a Lutheran church?
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Tim, thank you for the link to the LCMS website. I have gone to that sight and can report that my original assumption concerning the LCMS was correct. Only...
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Emem Efe
Is it a sin if my past sexual experiences keep coming to my mind?
When the thoughts flash, they greatly weigh me down spiritually and physically, making me doubt if I'm truly saved.
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can I guarantee my eternal destination (heaven)?
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Believing is repentance. We go from trusting in what we do to save us, to what He did to save us. Metanoia, a change of mind. Law/works to grace. John 5:24
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Modecai not bow down to Haman?
Mordecai was the one in particular who wouldn't bow down to Haman. Why? The vast majority accept circumstances for what they are. They would prefer not to...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What spiritually should I expect in a Lutheran church?
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In the interest of wanting to avoid saying anything that would not be in complete conformance with current LCMS teaching or doctrine, I would refer you to...
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by Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
Do we have freedom or responsibility to wear face masks during COVID-19?
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Republican Maryland governor: "You have no constitutional right to walk around without a mask." Such declarative statements are a line of defense by those...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What spiritually should I expect in a Lutheran church?
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Tim, is it a fact that the LCMS forbids non LCMS persons to partake of Holy Communion? I remember going to a wedding where communion was served and only...
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
When a child dies, is he also a child in the Kingdom of God? What about an elderly person?
According to scripture, John 14:6 - No one comes to the Father except through me. That's pretty plain. An elderly person has had the chance to believe in the...
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How can I overcome doubt in my relationship with God?
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Can the deceased leave signs to let you know they are okay?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Are we to bear other’s burdens or our own? (Galatians 6:5)
In my opinion, any seeming contradiction between the verses cited in the question can be addressed by considering the type of "load" of which each is...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Are we to bear other’s burdens or our own? (Galatians 6:5)
Gal 6:5 for each one should carry their own load.(H) Galatians 6:5 : ver 2; Jer 31:30 2 Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill th...
Galatians 6:5
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How should a Christian view wealth?
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An excellent image and text that goes along with your reference to riches, Michael, in Mt 13 is https://dailyverses.net/2020/11/27/kjv
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does God forgive all of our sins? How?
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A good witness, Tim.
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the gift of the Holy Spirit?
The gift of the Holy Spirit to which Peter was referring would not be the "gifts" of the Holy Spirit enumerated by Paul in 1 Corinthians 12 (that is, the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the "sin that leads to death"? (1 John 5:16–17)
In my opinion, John is speaking of spiritual or eternal death, and the sin to which he is referring is thus an individual's final and unalterable rejection...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Does God forgive all of our sins? How?
God will never tire of forgiving our sins if we continue to seek forgiveness of them for Jesus' sake (just as Jesus instructed us to forgive each other an...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about what foods we should eat (kosher)? Are there foods a Christian should avoid?
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Colossians 2:13 God has forgiven us all trespasses. 2:14-17 Let no man there fore judge you in FOOD, OR IN DRINK. or in a feast day or of a new moon, or of...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does God forgive all of our sins? How?
God hates sin. That much we know. But doesn't God ever tire of forgiving our sins? Aren't there some sins that God won't forgive?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What’s the test of loving one another? (John13:34–35)
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Great comparisons with Jesus, Tim!!
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the "sin that leads to death"? (1 John 5:16–17)
16 If you see any brother or sister commit a sin that does not lead to death, you should pray and God will give them life. I refer to those whose sin does no...
1 John 5:1 - 21
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What would be some Thanksgiving verses to read at our Thanksgiving Table this year?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about lying? Is lying a sin?
The first lie in the early church that was made a public example was that of Ananias and Saphira. Ananias was a devotee at Jerusalem, spouse of Sapphira....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are some ways Christians can still give thanks in 2020?
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The latter.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are some ways Christians can still give thanks in 2020?
My opinion is there are at least 3 ways Christians can still give thanks in 2020. Share your time, treasures, and talents. 1. Share what you have “Do not...
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Coby Helton
When Paul spoke of speaking in tongues in 1 Corinthians 14, was it a language that only God can understand?
1 Corinthians 14:2 ESV - For one who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God; for no one understands him, but he utters mysteries in the Spirit. To...
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Thonii Pao
What are the names of the 12 kinds of fruits on the tree of life?
The twelve fruits from the tree of life represent the eternal life. In the Garden of Eden in the Genesis account, Adam and Eve were thrown or chased out; the...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Should a church accept into their membership someone who owns a brothel? Or a bar?
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The place where I worship meets on Sunday mornings and about 5,000 are usually in attendance. Should the pastor do a background check before allowing the...
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Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
What are some ways Christians can still give thanks in 2020?
In my humble opinion to be alive on this little sphere during this time. And being blessed with the truly priceless gifts of both health and a clear mind....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How much power does Satan possess?
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Job's friends believed Job must have committed some great sin or he would not be in all the trouble he was in. But they did not know what was going on in...
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Is the church missing during the events from Rev 4 to Rev 20?
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What does the Bible have to say about gay adoption?
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What are some ways Christians can still give thanks in 2020?
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Is the question asking about things that Christians can currently be thankful for (despite whatever problems they may be experiencing)? Or is it asking about...
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Dale Casselman
, Christian/Circus Clown
Is a man who divorced and remarried before coming to Christ eligible to pastor a church?
It would be a decision of the church, and they will decided based on their usual norms. But, he could just start his own ministry. In the end, this man will...
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Dale Casselman
, Christian/Circus Clown
When a man is divorced by an adulterous wife can he remarry?
Certainly, The question is: Why would you? My wife did this to me as I traveled for work. It has been a blessing for me to remain single, as now I can truly...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What’s the test of loving one another? (John13:34–35)
In the passage cited in the question, Jesus told His apostles that they were to love one another as He had loved them. By that standard, the ways in which...
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Dale Casselman
, Christian/Circus Clown
Is seeing a married man, who is separated from his wife but not divorced, adulterous?
It is adultery. Rule of thumb: That little voice inside you is the first red flag that something doesn't jive here. It is your cue to stand up, turn away,...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What’s the test of loving one another? (John13:34–35)
John 13:31 - 35
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Dale Casselman
, Christian/Circus Clown
Is it biblical for a woman to marry a man with whom she had an affair before each one got a divorce?
It is really just adding more fuel to the fire. So thank goodness that Jesus did pay for all of our sins in full. In my opinion, you really should be asking...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How do I get to heaven?
There is only one way to get to heaven so know that the Romans Road says: - Romans 3:23 “For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” - Romans...
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Trevor Geddes
What does “without leaving the others undone” (Luke 11:42 NKJV) mean in this passage addressed to the Pharisees?
It is possible that it should be translated, "These you should have been doing - not overlooking them" but either way the emphasis here is that justice and...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about Christian behavior?
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Salvation is a free gift by faith alone apart from works. Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on Him who justifieth the ungodly, his faith...
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by Jim Tumlinson
, One beggar leading others to where the bread is
Is it biblical for a woman to marry a man with whom she had an affair before each one got a divorce?
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Yes, God knew you both before you were born and had your life planned out before you were born; if you can believe that, think about this. Grace = A divine...