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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  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. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  6. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  7. What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28
  8. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14
  9. How much did soldiers get paid? 2 Chronicles 25:6
  10. Who is speaking in Malachi 3?


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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the meaning of the cross?

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Eternal life is a free gift from God by faith alone plus nothing. John 6:47. Man can do nothing to save himself. In effect, those who have trusted Jesus as...

January 28 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is it wrong to live in nice houses?

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God does chose some, like Saul the Pharisee to become Paul the Apostle to the gentiles. But, Jesus died for the sins of the whole world, First John 2:2, and...

January 28 2020

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

What does it mean, "And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death." (Revelation 20:14 KJV)

To better understand Revelation 20:14, a little context might be useful. The saved who died in Christ will be raised in the first resurrection, during Jesus'...

January 28 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Does following God guarantee a comfortable life? (Proverbs 1:33)

Proverbs 1:33 33but whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm." New International Version , Copyright 2011-2019 Biblica

January 28 2020 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What are some bases for trusting in God?

Bases for trust in God We can trust His power and strength (2Timothy 1:12. Compare Psalm 9:9f). We can trust in His lovingkindness (His unbreakable or...

January 28 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by John Moyo , Christian youth teacher

What are some modern forms of idolatry?

One modern form of particularly abominable idolatry can be found in dictatorships, especially in Third World countries. This form involves idolizing a...

January 28 2020 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Should pastors make millions and live in houses worth millions of dollars?

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So by this "logic" a pastor should be destitute. A preacher who writes one best seller after another should give the proceeds to widows and orphans? He or...

January 28 2020

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

Is it wrong to live in nice houses?

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I don't see anywhere in the bible where God tells us to not work "80 hr weeks." New York City wasn't built in a day. Most business owners never "clock out."...

January 28 2020

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

Is it wrong to live in nice houses?

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It's just as hard for a poor person as it is for a wealthy person to get born again. It's just as easy for a wealthy person to get born again as it is for a...

January 28 2020

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Why should we bless our enemies as instructed in 1 Peter 3:9?

January 28 2020

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

What are some bases for trusting in God?

Trust in anything is based on either the authority of it, or its record of reliability. God is worthy of our trust for both of those reasons. First, He is...

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

What was the meaning and purpose of Jesus' temptations?

One interpretation that I have seen regarding the significance of the three specific temptations that were recorded as being presented to Jesus is that each...

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What was the meaning and purpose of Jesus' temptations?

January 28 2020

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Why does God allow Satan to attack us?

January 28 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does John 3:16 mean?

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John 6:47 Verily, verily, I say unto you, he that believeth on me HATH EVERLASTING LIFE. If we have everlasting life today, we will still have everlasting...

January 27 2020

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

When Jesus was nailed to the cross did the nails go through His hands or His wrists?

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Michael, great article! It was interesting to me that you said, "Experiments have shown that both ways do work and either way could have been used in the...

January 27 2020

Comment by Tim Ranck

How does the Cambrian Explosion fit within the framework of young-earth creationism?

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Sea level would have been lower and land bridges would connect all land masses for a few hundred years. There is both science and bible to back this up. In...

January 27 2020

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How can I know that Scripture is of itself sufficient for faith and for life?

January 27 2020

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What is the Hebrew alphabet in Psalm 119?

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What are some hindrances to a potent prayer life?

January 27 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can you believe in salvation by faith alone when the only occurrence of 'faith alone' in the Bible (James 2:24) says that salvation is not by faith alone?

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Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the GIFT of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but...

January 27 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can you believe in salvation by faith alone when the only occurrence of 'faith alone' in the Bible (James 2:24) says that salvation is not by faith alone?

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Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but believe on Him who justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. James is for us, but not to...

January 27 2020

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

Why did the resurrected Jesus ask Mary to tell his disciples that He would meet them in Galilee, when He first saw them in Judea?

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I'm not sure I understand the reason for this question. Is it to call into question the veracity of the bible, or is this being asked to cast doubt on Jesus...

January 27 2020

Comment by Gary Pattillo

How does the Cambrian Explosion fit within the framework of young-earth creationism?

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Just a couple of logic points: Fossils record the deaths of animals/plants, not the births or creations, so the Day 5 situation mentioned wouldn't hold....

January 27 2020

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

What determines a person’s eternal destination?

Only a fool drifts with the wind and tide. A wise man marks out his course, sets his sails, and guides the rudder until he reaches his destination. Sin has...

January 27 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ravikumar T

How can you believe in salvation by faith alone when the only occurrence of 'faith alone' in the Bible (James 2:24) says that salvation is not by faith alone?

"Philippians 2:13" You are able to do these things, since God himself causes you to desire to do what he wants you to do, and he also enables you to do what...

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Comment by Donna Williams

Why weren't Adam and Eve created at the same time?

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Amen Shirley!

January 27 2020

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What determines a person’s eternal destination?

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Why did Jesus sweat blood in the Garden of Gethsemane?

January 26 2020

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What does it mean to walk with God?

January 26 2020

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Is pork not good to eat for Christians?

The Bible clearly states that pigs are unclean animals that should not be consumed (Deut 14:8; Lev 11:7; Isaiah 66:17). I could not find one single Scripture...

January 26 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why Is the Garden of Gethsemane Important?

To me, the importance of the Garden of Gethsemane (and, specifically, of the Bible's account of Jesus' experience there immediately prior to His arrest,...

January 26 2020 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jay Saunders

What is the difference between praise and worship?

Praise is a state of thankfulness and is a much more conscious mind and flesh-driven act and more public, whereas worship is more intimate and more...

January 26 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What determines a person’s eternal destination?

January 26 2020

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

What determines a person’s eternal destination?

If a person's desired eternal destination is the attainment of everlasting life in God's presence, reaching that destination is determined by what the person...

January 26 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What is Trinity Sunday?

January 26 2020

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What does the Bible say about abortion in extreme medical cases?

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I'll need to write a full answer for this eventually, but the idea that abortion is ever needed - even in extreme medical cases - is mostly myth. The cases...

January 26 2020

Answer by Jay Saunders

Who am I supposed to choose when put in a situation between my own child or my husband, who is not my son's biological father?

"Ruled by emotion" is always a concern especially concerning our children. But when it becomes to a in road to division between a husband and a wife, it can...

January 26 2020 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is a believer expected to do after s/he realises that s/he has grieved the Holy Spirit?

Ephesians 4:30 And grieve not the Holy Spirit in whom ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. Believers can get out of fellowship with God through sin, but...

January 26 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How can I understand the Book of Revelation?

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Mr Love, The scripture says the leaves of the tree of life is for the healing of the nations. It says nothing about the nations being in heaven, so you're...

January 26 2020

Comment by Kenny W

Who is Larry D. Harper, and is his 'Voice of Elijah' newsletter Biblical?

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I found this audio. Here is the link. Fast forward to about 21 minutes, he starts talking about Larry there....

January 26 2020

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

Why weren't Adam and Eve created at the same time?

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A beautiful and true belief Donna. God has planned and provided all for His creation. Especially for those who believe!

January 26 2020

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January 25 2020

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How can I know when God is telling me to do something?

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