Does God punish Christians who sin (1 Thess. 4:6)?
Comment:
It is written if we are without chastisements we are not God’s. Hebrews 12: 8 But if ye be without chastisement, whereof all are partakers, then are ye...
Comment
by Daniel Veler
Award
for
Emma Crockett
![]()
Silver Teacher award!
Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.
See Answer:
Can women serve as deacons in the church?
Award
for
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
See Answer:
Does God punish Christians who sin (1 Thess. 4:6)?
Answer
by
Daniel Veler
What does the oil represent that the virgins went to buy?
This is concerning the parable of the ten virgins. Five were wise and five were foolish. All ten had lamps but the five foolish lamps no longer had oil. The...
Comment
by Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
What is theistic evolution?
Comment:
Hi Ainsley. Thanks for your comments. I will check out your book, “Truth in a Nutshell.” If you read my book, “Evolution or Creation? A Comparison of the...
Comment
by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What is meant by "the righteous considers the cause of the poor, but the wicked does not understand such a knowledge?"
Comment:
See also Psalm 41:1 — English Standard Version (ESV) 1 Blessed is the one who considers the poor! In the day of trouble the Lord delivers him;
Award
for
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
See Answer:
Just how narrow is the narrow gate?
Comment
by ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
![]()
What is theistic evolution?
Comment:
Albert thanks for your comments. Jesus our Lord was the first cause of our universe. The James Webb is throwing huge question marks re the validity of the...
Answer
by
CLARCK JEROME
Why would the Gerasene people beg Jesus to leave their region after He cast the demons into the pigs?
I feel like it's because that they think that they can't be in the presence of the Messiah, so they ask Him to leave. As it says in Matthew 18:20 - "For...
Answer
by
Daniel Veler
What did Jesus mean when He said 'It is finished'?
30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. There is more to the story. When...
Comment
by Daniel Veler
What is the most important piece of the Armor of God?
Comment:
His love in your heart.
Answer
by
Terry Finch
What does the oil represent that the virgins went to buy?
The answers given before all add value and meaning to the passage. One must have the Holy Spirit and through the Holy Spirit (only through the work of the...
Answer
by
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does the Bible say about grudges?
"To carry a grudge is like being stung to death by one bee." William H. Walton I like how the modern translation, The Living Bible, puts it: TLB "Be gentle...
Award
for
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Gold Evangelist award!
Criterion: 25 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
See Question:
What does it mean to trust in God’s name? (Psalm 20:7)
Award
for
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
See Answer:
What did Jesus mean when He said 'It is finished'?
Comment
by Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment:
I don't see any such implication. But again, we rely on scholars to tell us the meanings of original language words, do we not? We also rely on them to tell...
Comment
by Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
![]()
How do I know the Bible is not just mythology?
Comment:
How do I know that the bible is not mythology? Fulfilled prophecy!
Answer
by
Leslie Coutinho
What did Jesus mean when He said 'It is finished'?
John 19:30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. The coming of our Lord Jesus...
Comment
by Daniel Veler
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment:
Paula I was only implying that with your reasoning it seems the uneducated person is not able to understand God’s word. So we have to leave it up to the...
Comment
by Justin Hale
How can the God of love in the NT be reconciled with the vengeful God of these cursing Psalms? (Psalm 109, for example)
Comment:
"With what shall I come before the LORD, and bow myself before God on high? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves a year old? 7 Will the...
Answer
by
Daniel Veler
What does it mean to seek first the kingdom of God?
Here is the definition of the kingdom. Romans 14: 17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost....
Comment
by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How can the God of love in the NT be reconciled with the vengeful God of these cursing Psalms? (Psalm 109, for example)
Comment:
Justin, I especially liked your statement, "Let love be without hypocrisy—by abhorring what is evil, clinging to what is good..." (Romans 12:9).
Comment
by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How can the God of love in the NT be reconciled with the vengeful God of these cursing Psalms? (Psalm 109, for example)
Comment:
I believe that we can show love to the LORD our God by walking in his ways and clinging to him.
Comment
by Robert Hibbard
, Retired Christian High School Teacher
![]()
How can I be ready to be caught up in the Rapture?
Comment:
I appreciate your comments but would take issue with your last one. I tend to agree with "once saved always saved," since being called by God is His choice...
Comment
by Robert Hibbard
, Retired Christian High School Teacher
![]()
How can I be ready to be caught up in the Rapture?
Comment:
I appreciate your comments but would take issue with your last one. I tend to agree with "once saved always saved," since being called by God is His choice...
Answer
by
Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
How much did the disciples actually know about Christ's crucifixion and resurrection before it happened?
They understood none of that which was "hid" from them. Mark 9:31-32 "For he taught his disciples, and said unto them, The Son of man is delivered into the...
Award
for
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
See Question:
Why did this secret disciple risk discovery after Jesus was dead (Luke 23:50-53)?
Award
for
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
Comment
by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Since God withholds forgiveness, can we?
Comment:
God does not withhold forgiveness. Jesus died for the forgiveness of the sin of the world. All sin except unbelief is forgiven. No one has a personal sin...
Comment
by Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment:
Daniel, I implied no such thing... Peter did ;-) And yes, I've done a NT translation just to share how I understand the Greek:...
Answer
by
Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What did Joseph mean when he said to his brothers, "Do not fear, for am I in the place of God?"
I went out to station the garbage for pickup this morning and looked around my neighborhood. I began to thank God for a quiet, clean and nice, comfortable...
Comment
by Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment:
Thank you, but of course, all glory to God :-)
Answer
by
Mike Olynyk
Why does God say whoever sees His face will die?
I love how we can try and try and try to understand the fullness of who God is, and we will never get there. It is a life long journey to fully know our...
Comment
by Daniel Veler
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment:
What you are implying is that only the educated can understand the true meaning of the Bible. This is so wrong. If you truly believe what you’re saying then...
Answer
by
Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
![]()
What is the Great Tribulation?
The Great Tribulation starts 31/2 years after Israel signs a peace treaty with the leader of the 10 Muslim nations that surround Israel. This will happen...
Comment
by Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
What is theistic evolution?
Comment:
Hi Ainsley, I agree with your conclusion that God created the universe and life. At one point, I believed in Darwinian evolution however, after much research...
Comment
by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
![]()
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment:
Paula, what a great response. Would that those who disagree with your premise seek insight and revelation through your excellent words. Bless you!
Award
for
Laura Nelson
![]()
Silver Teacher award!
Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.
See Answer:
What can I do when I am under spiritual attack?
Award
for
Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
Silver Teacher award!
Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.
See Answer:
What is the significance of tearing one's clothes in the Bible?
Award
for
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
Silver Apostle award!
Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 favorites.
See Answer:
What is a Foursquare Church?
Award
for
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
See Answer:
How can we store up treasures in heaven?
Answer
by
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What is the most important piece of the Armor of God?
Not a bad question, Noel! In my opinion, I would start with the last piece of armor to learn, the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God. The Greek term...
Award
for
Ezekiel Kimosop
![]()
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
See Answer:
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment
by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does the Bible mean when it says to not withhold good from those to whom it is due?
Comment:
And Vanessa and Tim, this goes along with what Paul said (and true of all Christians), "I am a debtor to all" in sharing the gospel.
Comment
by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does it mean that Jesus was cursed by being on the cross?
Comment:
Tim, a good evangelistic answer, my brother. Also see: Who, who, my Savior, this hath done? Who could Thy sacred body wound? No guilt Thy spotless heart hath...
Answer
by
Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does Jesus mean when he says, "But wisdom is justified by her children"?
Good question, Gregory, and I am glad you asked! Warren Wiersbe says, "God’s wisdom...is demonstrated in the changed lives of those who believe." I like how...
Answer
by
Daniel Veler
What did Jesus mean when He said, 'Today you will be with me in paradise'?
We know when Christ died it wasn’t until 3 days later he rose from the Grave in glory. He told Mary not to touch him. John 20: 16: Jesus saith unto her,...
Answer
by
Dwight Brown
Is baptism is symbolic or an outward sign of an inward faith, or is it required?
Peter called baptism a figure, which means it's symbolic - i.e. it's a ceremony. 1 Peter 3:21. When being baptized, are we literally being buried with...
Comment
by Ezekiel Kimosop
![]()
Can women serve as elders in the church?
Comment:
John Matthews, thanks for catching up with me after 8 years! My position remains unrevised. I firmly stand by my comment of 20 June 2016 on the OP question....
Answer
by
Alpha Omega
What Bible is free of Roman and Roman Catholic influences?
I've been doing bible research for long now. When we look at the history of bibles, especially the King James Bible (kjv), we need to ask why he created...