Why did God want blood as payment for sin? (Hebrews 9:22)
God is holy. Sin (the essence of which is rebellion against God) is His antithesis, which cannot abide in His presence, as demonstrated by Satan being cast...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God want blood as payment for sin? (Hebrews 9:22)
22 In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.
Hebrews 9:22
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why was there so little concern for the 99 sheep left "in the open country"? (Luke 15:3–7)
They were not left unattended. We tend to/as a general rule suppose that there was only 1 shepherd, but an ancient Near Eastern shepherd would seldom go out...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does God ever hide from us? (Hosea 5:6)
Is God hiding? God Himself asks us this question through the prophet Jeremiah. “‘Am I a God near at hand,’ says the LORD, ‘And not a God afar off? Can anyone...
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by Larry Burks
How can I overcome an addiction to internet porn? Can addiction to pornography be defeated?
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I know just what you mean with that spirit coming on you. My friend and I have discussed it. It is an overwhelming spirit but we have to pray, read the word...
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Derrol PORTER
, Emancipated by the Liberating King
Does everyone who claims to be saved go to heaven?
Is a profession, a possession? The definition of profession in the dictionary is a variety of meanings, however the 3rd meaning declared is: A declaration of...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Is it sinful to prefer Bible apps on smart phones rather than the physical hard copy Bible?
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The "Law" isn't represented in its entirety by the ten commandments. For instance, "kidnapping" isn't condemned in the ten commandments, but is by the law of...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Who was the angel in Genesis 48:16?
I interpret Jacob's reference here as speaking of the dream that he had (as indicated in Genesis 28:12-17), as part of which God told Jacob, "I am with you...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How should a Christian view Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
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Thanks, Michael, for your great answer. One of our daughters has OCD.
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by Rick Torres
When should a spouse intervene in an inappropriate opposite sex friendship?
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Thank you for further explaining and your suggestions. I will consider them. God bless.
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How do I encourage my fiance to figure out what exactly he believes in, especially since I intend on taking our future children to a Pentecostal church?
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God draws all men to believe and be saved. John 12:32. The GIFT of God is ETERNAL LIFE. Romans 6:23 and Ephesians 2:8-9; John 6:40 And this is the will of...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are the types and illustrations of the Holy Spirit?
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Tim, great job on this question! I never thought of your last 3 types or illustrations of the Holy Spirit, but I think you could be right. Have you thought...
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Larry Burks
How will the Lord judge Neanderthals, cavemen and those who existed during the time of dinosaurs?
Jeremiah could have lived during the time of these animals, so could he have witnessed to them?
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What does the Bible say about ghosts or hauntings?
There are no spirits except the Holy Spirit. Evil, as well as good, exists in the heart of mankind only. "The devil made me do it," is completely bogus. The...
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Jay Saunders
Did Enoch escape death? (Genesis 5:24)
The answer to did Enoch escape death is really a yes and no answer. It is appointed unto all of mankind to die and then the judgment. Hebrews 9:27 He escaped...
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Donna Williams
How do I encourage my fiance to figure out what exactly he believes in, especially since I intend on taking our future children to a Pentecostal church?
Let me start by saying, I have taken note of the date this question was asked and so I am wondering if you are already married, and if so, what I have to say...
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Why was a burial place so important in the Bible?
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What is the easiest Bible translation to read?
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What does the Bible say about pets?
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Are people who claim to talk to God insane?
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How do beliefs about creation impact the rest of theology?
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What are the most common world religions?
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When and how do we receive the Holy Spirit?
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Does everyone who claims to be saved go to heaven?
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Why do so many young Christians lack discernment?
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What does the Bible say about dance in worship?
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What is the Eastern Orthodox Church and what are the beliefs of Orthodox Christians?
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What does it mean that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit?
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What did Jesus mean when He said 'he who is without sin can cast the first stone'?
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What does the Bible say about ancestor worship?
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Who are the Amish, and what are their beliefs?
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Who are the Mennonites, and what are their beliefs?
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Where did Joel Osteen get the saying "this is my Bible I can do what it says I can do"?
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What does the Bible say about political correctness? Should a Christian be politically correct?
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What is the transcendental argument for the existence of God?
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Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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What caused the extinction of the dinosaurs?
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Is it sinful to prefer Bible apps on smart phones rather than the physical hard copy Bible?
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How do I encourage my fiance to figure out what exactly he believes in, especially since I intend on taking our future children to a Pentecostal church?
It’s great that you want to raise your future children in the church, but the issue of your fiancée’s salvation needs to be settled first. 2Corinthians 6:14...
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Is abuse an acceptable reason for divorce?
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Does the Bible instruct us to have childlike faith?
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What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to love our enemies?
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Is God sovereign and/or do we have a free will?
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Ezekiel, As a parent, I give my children limited amounts of freedom according to their ages. I also give them rules and parameters. But, toddlers don't...
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Is God sovereign and/or do we have a free will?
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Technically, God could give us free will and then put a limit on our freedom, just as a parent could allow a teenager to go out in the evening but later...
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Al Mark
Is it sinful to prefer Bible apps on smart phones rather than the physical hard copy Bible?
Having a Bible app and using electronic Bibles and tools can be very helpful - it is easier to search, link, and copy text than to do it with a hardcopy. You...
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Niamien Aka
Is it sinful to prefer Bible apps on smart phones rather than the physical hard copy Bible?
New technologies can be used by both non-Christians and Christians. We Christians should use them to support the spreading of the good gospel of Jesus...
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Jay Saunders
Is it sinful to prefer Bible apps on smart phones rather than the physical hard copy Bible?
I wore out three very expensive Dakes study bibles in my life time since being born again in the mid 1980s. Now all I use is my smart phone as a bible. At my...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are the ministries of the Holy Spirit?
Revelation and inspiration of Scripture (2 Samuel 23:2-3; John 14:26; John 16:13-14; Acts 4:25-26; 2 Peter 1:21) Yes, Mr. Maas had an excellent answer here....
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by Anthony Clinton
, Teacher in China
Is the Calvinist theory of 'total depravity' biblical?
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JD there was a good reason described in the Bible as to why Abraham was chosen even though he was an idol maker and sinfully depraved. God saw something in...