What kind of work did the people do during the time Jesus walked and taught on earth?
How was it possible for so many people to follow Jesus to hear Him speak and teach if they had jobs?
Matthew 5:1 - 48
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What did Paul mean when he wrote, "...indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to "separate" us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.?
It simply means that there exists no possible separation from the Savior (Romans 8:35-39): This entails both life and death (8:35-38a 35 Can anything ever...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is forgiveness?
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Also see If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. Even if they sin against you seven times in a day and...
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Billy P Eldred
Is God cruel?
My answer is much simpler than the others here and is based on my perception. When I first read the Bible front to back for the first time, I would not say...
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by Jacob Gingerich
What is prophetic prayer?
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We have the mind of Christ. We have the Holy Spirit of truth. To say that no one needs a prophetic word Is saying that no one needs an encouraging word....
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What is theistic evolution?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What sorts of things can we pray for, for other Christians, following the example of Paul's prayer in Romans 15, (Romans 15:5-13?)
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How can we sinful beings have the ability to keep acting so altruistically towards others? (Romans 15:5, etc.)
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does "set your 'hope' fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ" mean?--what is "hope" in this context of Peter's command in 1 Peter 1:13?
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Where do you get your "way with words" that you have, Tim: e.g. "forward-focused expectation) of the full and final outcome"? I love your alliteration here!
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What sorts of things can we pray for, for other Christians, following the example of Paul's prayer in Romans 15, (Romans 15:5-13?)
Paul supplicates that God would support the Roman church with perseverance, consolation, and solidarity (Ro 15:5-7. He implores that God will fill the Roman...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How can Christians be sensitive to Muslim/Islamic culture?
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Billy, I think you're dissecting my words, and I don't know why. I've preached many, many sermons, just read them on here. I've never "pushed" anything on...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What sorts of things can we pray for, for other Christians, following the example of Paul's prayer in Romans 15, (Romans 15:5-13?)
The apostle Paul prays, "May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What does "set your 'hope' fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ" mean?--what is "hope" in this context of Peter's command in 1 Peter 1:13?
I believe Peter is referring to us setting our hope on the grace we will receive when Jesus Christ is revealed at his second coming. So what is this grace we...
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Why does God create people when He knows they are going to go to hell?
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What is the Nazirite/Nazarite vow?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does "set your 'hope' fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ" mean?--what is "hope" in this context of Peter's command in 1 Peter 1:13?
As Paul said, it is only by God's grace (undeserved favor or mercy) that Christians are saved through faith in Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9). In light of that, I...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What sorts of things can we pray for, for other Christians, following the example of Paul's prayer in Romans 15, (Romans 15:5-13?)
Based on the elaboration provided in the Discussion section, I would say that we are motivated to act altruistically toward others, as well as to pray for...
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What is the significance of a red heifer in the Bible? Is a red heifer a sign of the end times?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the meaning of the tree of life?
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Our Father has planted a beautiful tree, Whose evergreen branches His children behold; They walk ’neath its shade in the City above, Whose gates are of pearl...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the meaning of the tree of life?
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Our Father has planted a beautiful tree, Whose evergreen branches His children behold; They walk ’neath its shade in the City above, Whose gates are of pearl...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is a prophet's reward?
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I love the poem: We all can do good, and we all can bestow Some gift for the sake of the Lord; If only a cup of cold water we give, Our souls will not lose...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does "set your 'hope' fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ" mean?--what is "hope" in this context of Peter's command in 1 Peter 1:13?
ESV Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Je...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is a prophet's reward?
A prophet’s reward was just a great reward. It was being kind to a prophet back in the days when there were prophets. Take, for example, the widow who was...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
How can a pastor, who people say is anointed and so wonderful, verbally abuse his wife in private?
Pastors are not immune from being captivated by sin. In fact, they are under spiritual attack much more. Why? Because they are the spiritual leaders of the...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Can the deceased leave signs to let you know they are okay?
A deceased person leaves behind them what we call a legacy. It is a trail of deeds that illustrate, demonstrate and prove what kind of life they led, what...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Is it right for a Christian to date or marry a non-Christian?
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Yoking yourself to an unbeliever should not change your relationship with Jesus Christ. In my experience, most people, believer or not, have basically good,...
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Anonymous
How can a pastor, who people say is anointed and so wonderful, verbally abuse his wife in private?
My husband, a pastor, calls me names, dumb, stupid, loser and worse, yet when he preaches he is an amazing preacher and many hail him as an anointed man of G...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Jesus say the mustard seed was 'least of all seeds' and 'grows larger than all the garden plants and becomes a tree?'
Jesus was not alluding to all the seeds on the planet, however, just those that a Palestinian rancher planted in his field. This is clarified by the passing...
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by barbretta marshall
How can I do good works if I am unable to leave my home?
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I have certainly enjoyed all the responses and ideas I have read here today. Our God is amazing and if you ask Him he will certainly make a way for you. My...
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by Billy P Eldred
How can Christians be sensitive to Muslim/Islamic culture?
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Danny, I think you have a very low idea of what you are offering when witnessing to others. Do you truly believe you are pushing something on to them and not...
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Why did God put the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil in Eden?
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What are some examples of circular reasoning in issues that Christians debate?
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the importance of the Lord's supper / Christian Communion?
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Wow! That would be great! I would love to wash the feet of Jesus!
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the importance of the Lord's supper / Christian Communion?
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AMEN, AMEN Ben! Communion is all about celebrating Jesus sacrifice. It is not about me! It is about thanking Him!
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
When we pray, can Satan hear my conversation with God?
Before I can provide an answer to this question I need to provide some background about holy angels and demonic spirits (fallen angels). Satan and his evil...
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How can I do good works if I am unable to leave my home?
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Who was the first Jew?
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What does it mean in Rom 3:27 that boasting is excluded because of the law that requires faith?
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by Gene Coleman
Does voting for a person who backs abortion or supports same sex marriage make you complicit in their sin?
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My understanding is that Christians should, to the best of their ability use every opportunity possible to promote and encourage everyone, including...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is truth?
John 17:17 ("Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.")(both the written word (the Bible) and the living Word (Christ))
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What does it mean to "not walk according to the flesh"?
Unfortunately, bible translations often interchange the "desires of our flesh" with "our sinful nature". In my view, the bible teaching is clear that we were...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is truth?
The revelation from the Lord God Almighty in the bible is the only absolute truth. It is truth that God the Father created and sustains the universe - the...
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john kangas
What specific commandments did Jesus tell the eleven to observe in Matt.28:20?
Our Lord told the eleven in the previous two verses (Matt.28:18 and 19), that all power had been given unto Him in Heaven and in Earth and to go and teach...
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Billy P Eldred
What specific commandments did Jesus tell the eleven to observe in Matt.28:20?
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength and with all your mind; and, love your neighbor as yourself.” All...
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Is abuse an acceptable reason for divorce?
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Pastor Jesus Ramos Jr
, Prophet, Pastor and Missionay
What does the Bible say about the power of words?
I recently shared a message I titled "don't own it" where I talked about how people "own" sickness and disease simply by what they speak. For instance,...