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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28
  3. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  4. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  5. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14


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Should a Christian play video games?

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Does God change His mind?

March 08 2020

Answer by Evan Doan

How is the Christian religion different from all the other world religions?

The difference between biblical Christianity and other religions/belief systems is very simple: the reconciliation of the concepts of perfect justice and...

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

How does a prostitute reduce someone to a loaf of bread (Proverbs 6:26)?

The loaf of bread (or the price of that loaf) of which the proverb is speaking is the cost of hiring a prostitute for sex. The proverb is comparing that...

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

Why would anyone offer a "bribe" to a man for his wife’s favors (Proverbs 6:32–35)?

The bribe of which the passage is speaking is not being offered to the woman's husband before the commission of adultery, but afterward. Solomon is advising...

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

Why would anyone offer a "bribe" to a man for his wife’s favors (Proverbs 6:32–35)?

NIV He will not accept any compensation; he will refuse a bribe, however great it is.

Proverbs 6:35

March 07 2020 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How does a prostitute reduce someone to a loaf of bread (Proverbs 6:26)?

26 for the price of a prostitute is only a loaf of bread, but a married woman hunts down a precious life. (ESV) For the context, see Proverbs 6:20-...

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Answer by Cathy kelso

If God knew that Satan would rebel and Adam and Eve would sin, why did He create them?

In my perception of this is, God has a reason for all. We as parents, even before we have children, subconsciously we know that it will be difficult to raise...

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Answer by Davida Rosenberg

What did Jesus mean by "strain out a gnat and swallow a camel?"

In my opinion, the characteristics of the Pharisees of the past has morphed into today's Democratic Party. These pseudo-democrats starting with former Pres....

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Answer by Thomas Riccardi , Warrior Spirit

How can anyone be "perfect" (James 3:2)? Can anyone attain perfection?

We are born into sin, imperfect. But through Jesus Christ we are made perfect and seen as perfect in the eyes of the Father! As it states in Hebrews 10:14...

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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Which church is the true church?

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John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, Jesus, that WHOSOEVER, BELIEVETH in Him, should not perish, but have EVERLASTING...

March 07 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What are the results of redemption given to us in Paul's writings?

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My favorite verses of redemption through His one blood sacrifice for all sin forever for the believer are in Romans 4:4-8 But to him that worketh is the...

March 07 2020

Answer by Michael Davenport

Is there any evidence for the Bible's view of a young earth?

The problem is the opposite. There is no evidence for an old earth. The assumptions built into the various "scientific calculations" fall apart when actually...

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Answer by Ken Egan

Specifically, whom does or will God judge? If God is "the Judge of all the earth," then who will be the recipients of His judgment?

Let the Word of God guide us in our understanding. 2 For 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what...

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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can anyone be "perfect" (James 3:2)? Can anyone attain perfection?

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James is not to us Gentile believers. There are things in there for us, but not to us. James 1:1 To the twelve tribes of Israel scattered abroad. It is true...

March 07 2020

Answer by Jay Saunders

What is meant by the power of the Lord? (Luke 5:17)

The power of the Lord is written about in examples of many healings but if you have ever felt the power of the Lord, you will never forget it. I have...

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Who were the authors of the books of the Bible?

March 07 2020

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

Does trusting God mean ignoring common sense? (Proverbs 3:5–6)

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I was already familiar with the passage that I cited. It came to my mind or recollection as I was writing my answer.

March 07 2020

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Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?

March 07 2020

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

Does trusting God mean ignoring common sense? (Proverbs 3:5–6)

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Interesting parallel with Luke 5:4-5. Did you think of this yourself, Tim, or use a commentary?

March 07 2020

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

What happens at the final judgment?

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James, My "Brother-IN-CHRIST...You have definitely stated GOD'S ETERNAL TRUTH as written in The New Testament so "Spot-On" correctly and eternally explains...

March 07 2020

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What are the Major Prophets and Minor Prophets?

March 07 2020

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Who is authorized to oversee the Lord's Supper?

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I agree with Michael. My view is the pastorate and the elders should be responsible for serving the Lord's Table in the same way that they proclaim Christ to...

March 07 2020

Comment by Linda Kowatsch

Can a Christian be cursed? Will God allow a curse on a believer?

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I see what you mean, so am I to understand that goes for Satan, or can he send evil spirits to curse us?

March 07 2020

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

Does trusting God mean ignoring common sense? (Proverbs 3:5–6)

I would say that humans are expected to employ reason and judgment (which are, after all, abilities originally given to them by God) in making decisions....

March 06 2020 4 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Why are the cloven-footed animals are considered clean?

God’s laws always serve a purpose - in the case of the dietary laws, the purpose is His children's well-being (Deut 5:29). The "clean" animals mentioned in...

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

Does trusting God mean ignoring common sense? (Proverbs 3:5–6)

5 Trust the Lord with all your heart, and don’t depend on your own understanding. 6 Remember the Lord in all you do, and he will give you success....

Proverbs 3:5 - 6

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As a Christian what should I do, if anything, if I know of an illegal immigrant in my country?

March 06 2020

Comment by Billy P Eldred

If the fear of man is on all beasts, why do some animals not fear humans? Proverbs 30:30

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Good answer Jennifer as always. I would add that just because any animal or person for that matter does not act afraid does not mean that they are not....

March 06 2020

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Did the apostles know every language of the countries they went and preached too?

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Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?

March 06 2020

Comment by Douglas Barron

How can I overcome the fear of death? How can I stop being scared of dying?

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I’ve discovered that the closer I become to Abba, the less I fear death, and as is in His will, embrace it. In 2014, I was told that I would not leave the...

March 06 2020

Comment by Ken Egan

Should a Christian go into business with an unbeliever?

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I agree with Mr Houdmann with respect to entering into a contractual business arrangement with a non believer. I do not want another non believer as my...

March 06 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible say about prostitution? Will God forgive a prostitute?

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First Corinthians 5:5 Turn such a one over to Satan to kill the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord. This born again believer,...

March 06 2020

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Why is it that some Christians suffer more than others?

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How can I help my dad grow closer to God?

March 05 2020

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What are the most common world religions?

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What is the significance of high places in the Bible?

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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is there a difference between knowing Jesus vs. knowing about Jesus?

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Now that I am saved and given eternal life, now I can earn rewards in heaven by how I live and what I do. First Corinthians 3:11-21 What I do can not save...

March 05 2020

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

In what ways was the apostle Paul a servant? (Romans 15:17) How did he consider himself a servant?

Paul is spoken of as a servant in the following ways: A servant of God (2 Corinthians 6:4) A servant of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:1) A servant of the...

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Answer by Jay Saunders

What does the Bible say about prostitution? Will God forgive a prostitute?

All sin is equal in the eyes of God. The Word of God says: That we have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Meaning his standard of sinlessness...

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Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

Do the souls of aborted babies go to heaven?

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John 12:33 states “He said this to show the kind of death he was going to die” therefore in context John 12:32 is saying “And I, when I am lifted up from the...

March 05 2020

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

I am a Christian in debt. What should I do?

God is indeed "able to make all grace abound toward us." But if you're in over your head in debt you have to do more than "start paying your tithes and...

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Why is sola gratia important?

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What are the seven dispensations?

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Thank you it is very clear

March 05 2020

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Why does the bible tell us to do things that seem impossible to do?

March 05 2020

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

As a Christian what should I do, if anything, if I know of an illegal immigrant in my country?

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And among those same "illegal" wanderers could be the person sent here by God to save a life. That person doesn't have to be all of those "talking point" bad...

March 04 2020

Answer by Scott Broberg , Fig Tree Ministries

As a Christian what should I do, if anything, if I know of an illegal immigrant in my country?

The first thing I would do is pray because there is no easy answer. My prayer would be that God would help me to be discerning about the situation. The...

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Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

As a Christian what should I do, if anything, if I know of an illegal immigrant in my country?

I humbly submit that there are many unknown issues present in this anonymous post. That said the number one duty is to protect yourself or those in your...

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