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  5. What can we learn from Jesus about generosity?
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Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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There are no "regulations on Christian ministry." Righteousness has rules and regulations baked in the way yeast causes bread to rise. Service to Jesus...

December 19 2019

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Who was Absalom?

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What is the Gap Theory? Did anything happen between Genesis 1:1 and 1:2?

December 19 2019

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

Why am I hurting so much if God loves me?

The greatest evidence of God's love for each and every human is the incarnation of Christ to make eternal life possible for all who place their faith in Him....

December 18 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

Why does Judges chapter 2 talk about Joshua when he died in chapter 1?

The book of Joshua mentions the death of Joshua in Joshua 24:29. The book of Judges begins in Judges 1:1 after Joshua's death. Judges 1 then describes the...

December 18 2019 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Comment by Daves Deli

Why does the Bible say the name Quirnius and the eBible version says Cyrenius in the book of Luke chapter 2 verse 3?

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WOW! Thanks for that. Many different levels of knowledge, that’s for sure.

December 18 2019

Question by Anonymous
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Why am I hurting so much if God loves me?

John 3:16

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Why is 'taming the tongue' so difficult?

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Who are the biblical patriarchs?

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Can women serve as deacons in the church?

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How could David be considered a man after God's own heart?

December 18 2019

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

Why does the Bible say the name Quirnius and the eBible version says Cyrenius in the book of Luke chapter 2 verse 3?

They are the same name/person. His full Roman (Latin) name was Publius Sulpicius Quirinius, which would have been applicable because the Romans controlled...

December 18 2019 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

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

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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In verse 1 Timothy 3:2 the New Living Translation says it this way "So a church leader must be a man whose life is above reproach. He must be faithful to his...

December 18 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Should a Christian invest money in the stock market?

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My wife and I worked hard to pay the 30 year loan on our house in 15 years as we bought it in the late 70's when interest rates were 11 and 12 percent on...

December 18 2019

Comment by Xavier Gomez

Is Jesus a myth? Is Jesus just a copy of the pagan gods of other ancient religions?

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Thank you, what an amazing response. (Assuming your statements are accurate)

December 18 2019

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Should a Christian woman wear a bikini?

Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty with which Christ has made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. We have so many...

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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the difference between mercy and grace?

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Amen Shirley; We read in Romans 3:26-28 that since salvation is a free gift, we have nothing to boast in. Ephesians 2:8-9 Again, For by grace are ye saved,...

December 18 2019

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What does the Bible say about communication?

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What does it mean to have a reprobate mind?

December 18 2019

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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My view is that there are several passages of New Testament Scripture that explicitly set out qualifications for Church offices and contain regulations on...

December 18 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Will there be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture?

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David. Read First Corinthians 15:51-53 and First Thessalonians 4:13-18. The church, those who have accepted Jesus free gift of eternal life by faith alone,...

December 18 2019

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Is Jesus a myth? Is Jesus just a copy of the pagan gods of other ancient religions?

December 18 2019

Answer by Shantkumar S. Kunjam , An Indian, Mennonite Church, Pastor, Administrator, Bishop,

Why did God put the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil in Eden?

In 1 Corinthians 15:28 is mentioned an eight word phrase "So that God may be all in all", which, I believe, summarizes the ultimate goal of God in creating...

December 18 2019 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is there a biblical list of sins?

No, there is not a complete list of sins anywhere in the Bible, but Michael mentioned sins of commission which the Rabbis had codified into 613 laws, and 365...

December 18 2019 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the difference between mercy and grace?

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AbsolutelyJames, it is ALL about Him. Our God is wonderful! Praise and honor and glory are His. Thank Him for His Beautiful Wonder Son always. And for the...

December 17 2019

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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If a woman is single, she wouldn't need to consult with her husband about taking a preaching position, since she hasn't willingly agreed to be under anyone...

December 17 2019

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

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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I read here where if a "wife has PERMISSION from her husband" she can preach..." What if a woman is single, where does she go for that PERMISSION? Some of us...

December 17 2019

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

What is the Christian view of QEC (quantum energy coaching), and is it safe to do it?

Based on information found on the internet, Quantum Energy Coaching (QEC) appears to be a two-day workshop that presents itself as a technique of...

December 17 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

What will we be doing in heaven?

We will be singing as Michael said (Isaiah 44:23; Hebrews 2:12 --saying, "I will tell of your name to my brothers; in the midst of the congregation I will...

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Why did God strike Uzzah dead for touching the Ark of the Covenant?

December 17 2019

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the meaning of sackcloth and ashes?

Sackcloth and ashes were used in Old Testament times as a symbol of debasement, mourning, and/or repentance. Someone wanting to show his repentant heart...

December 17 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

Who makes up the armies in heaven, as mentioned in Revelation 19:14?

This is an interesting question, Murray Roulstone! The angels in part(Matt. 25:31; 2 Thessalonians 1:7 -- "and to grant relief to you who are afflicted as...

December 17 2019 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the cost of following Jesus?

Following Jesus has eternal benefits and can also have many potential temporal blessings. However, as Jesus Himself made clear, those who follow Him will...

December 17 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Allen Miole , Family Pastor

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

The bible tells us after resurrection, Jesus went to meet His disciples and particularly (in spite of being denied not only once but trice!) Jesus had an...

December 17 2019 1 Comments 40 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Deborah Agyemang

What is the cost of following Jesus?

Mathew 8:20

Matthew 8:20

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Answer by Kelli Hamann , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

When a person has a long-standing illness and decides against further treatment, is that a sin?

No, I don't believe a person who doesn't elect to pursue treatment would in any way be committing a sin, and here are my reasons: 1) To decline treatment is...

December 17 2019 7 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Rebecca Donaldson

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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Luke 2:36–38 There was also a prophet, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years...

December 17 2019

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?

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Hi Ainsley Chalmers, Thank you for your response. My book discusses the effects of what happens when one has a mutation that prevents one to obtain sickle...

December 17 2019

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

Why is God going to release Satan after the 1000 years?

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How come? It is the ultimate proof that the heart of man is desperately wicked (Jeremiah 17:9) and can be changed only by God’s grace. (Jeremiah 13:23)....

December 17 2019

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

What does it mean to "taste and see that The Lord is good"?

Benjamin, good question! First, see the big picture: Psalm 34 1. Bless the Lord (Psalm 34:1-3). 2. Seek the Lord (Psalm 34:4-8). 3. Fear the Lord (Psalm...

December 17 2019 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by gerald heard

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

Brother and sisters, we all know the Holy Spirit can come upon anyone. Who are we to say a woman can't preach? I would say to you all: God's word can be...

December 17 2019 40 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Was the American Revolution a violation of Romans 13:1-7?

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Was the American Revolution a violation of Romans 13, I don't think so. Were the founders of this Republic the type of men whom they are reputed by their...

December 17 2019

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

Was Mary at the tomb before sunrise or after?

I would say that plausible interpretations of the wording of John 20:1 leave open the possibility of the reference to darkness applying to the time when Mary...

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What is kindness (fruit of the Holy Spirit)?

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