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  1. How does the assurance of eternal life (1 John 5:13) relate to our confidence in prayer (1 John 5:14-15)?
  2. Why should David get a place for his parents to be able to inquire of the Lord since they could have been with him in the cave of Adullam?
  3. What can we learn about discipleship from what Jesus says about sheep and shepherds (John 10:1-21)?
  4. What does "the love of God" mean in 1 John 5:3, God's love for us, our love for God, or both?
  5. What is the meaning of Hebrews 9 verse 23 where it says, "Thus it was necessary for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these rites, but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these"?
  6. How can we seek to dwell in the Lord's house daily? (Ps27:4)
  7. Why does 2 John 10 tell us not to receive certain people when Jesus told us to love our enemies?
  8. How can the resurrection power we celebrate at Easter impact our marriage?
  9. What is the Church of God Worldwide Association, and is it founded totally on the truth found in the Bible?


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Comment by Timmy Keil

With all of the different religions, how can I know which one is correct?

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In Jesus day on earth, Messiahs were like Santa Clauses- there was one on every corner! The Jews were an educated people and not unaware of the meaning of...

March 09 2020

Answer by Timmy Keil

Is, "Grace Got You," by Mercy Me, a theologically sound song?

All music belongs to God and I've no reservations about the authenticity of the Faith of Bart Millard. All music belongs to God, the Father of music, even...

March 09 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What is Calvinism and is it biblical? What are the five points of Calvinism?

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Sovereignty means power/authority/domain, not meticulous control or meticulous providence or that the Sovereign must decree everything that occurs. In...

March 09 2020

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is Calvinism and is it biblical? What are the five points of Calvinism?

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I agree with Anthony Clinton. There's evidence from Scripture that God has granted every living soul an opportunity for redemption. John 3:16 is explicit....

March 09 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is Calvinism and is it biblical? What are the five points of Calvinism?

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In Gods sovereignty He gave man a free will. First Timothy 2:4 Who will have all men to be saved and come unto the knowledge of the TRUTH. First Corinthians...

March 09 2020

Comment by Anthony Clinton , Teacher in China

What is Calvinism and is it biblical? What are the five points of Calvinism?

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God is sovereign even when He gave us the gift of free will choice and He can change His mind when someone such as Eli or Saul forfeits their election and...

March 09 2020

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

What should I do if I cannot decide who I should be dating?

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And why does "submission" head the lineup whenever the relationship between a man and a woman is deliberated? Is submission the most important measure of the...

March 09 2020

Comment by Scott Broberg , Fig Tree Ministries

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?

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Thanks for the comment, James. I sense that we are using the word "judgment" differently. That is certainly possible since there are numerous types of...

March 08 2020

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What does the Bible say about sadness?

March 08 2020

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

How can we rely on the power of God?

This is a great question. There are a few ways to interpret this question. "CAN we rely on God's power?" A simple "yes we can," can be proven on almost every...

March 08 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

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?

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We are restored to God the second we believe on His Son as the only way of salvation by grace. It is a free gift. Our sin debt has been paid in full, and we...

March 08 2020

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

What should I do if I cannot decide who I should be dating?

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This was a good reminder of what the bible describes as a man and a woman who is pleasing to God. "Who a person should date" has nothing to do with the...

March 08 2020

Answer by Ben Jones , Retired Professional Photographer

What is Calvinism and is it biblical? What are the five points of Calvinism?

Either God is sovereign over all, or He is not sovereign at all. You can't have it both ways. You cannot surprise God because He knows exactly what you are...

March 08 2020 12 Comments 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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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Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace ye are saved, (what Jesus did for us) through faith, (when we believe on Jesus as the only way of salvation by grace) and that...

March 08 2020

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Should a Christian play video games?

March 08 2020

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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...

March 08 2020 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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...

March 07 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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...

March 07 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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...

March 07 2020 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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....

March 07 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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...

March 07 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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...

March 07 2020 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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...

March 07 2020 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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...

March 07 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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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

Award for Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3

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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...

March 06 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

March 06 2020 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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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?

March 06 2020

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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