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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 witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  4. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  5. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  6. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  7. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  8. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  9. What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28
  10. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14


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Is it wrong to have a relationship with a close relative?

October 10 2019

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What is Christianity and what do Christians believe?

October 10 2019

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What is the purpose of miracles?

October 10 2019

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What is a Christian view of 'A Course in Miracles'?

October 10 2019

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Why did Jesus perform miracles?

October 10 2019

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

What is Christianity and what do Christians believe?

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Perfect answer by Michael and fantastic commentary by my Brother-in-Christ, James Kraft! --ANDY--

October 10 2019

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

How do I resolve an issue with a person who has hurt me and has no idea that they have?

If I were in the questioner's situation, I would say that it might be necessary (as Jesus recommended in Matthew 18:15-17) for me to have a private...

October 10 2019 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why did Job say creatures and the earth "teach" us? (Job 12:7–10)

In Job 12:7-12 Job appeals to all creation to testify that God does what He pleases. Job 12:7 they will teach you Job points to creation to show that God’s...

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

What does God/ the Bible say about widows dating after their spouse has died?

As Paul noted in 1 Corinthians 7:39-40, a widowed Christian spouse is free to remarry another Christian. To me, this clearly implies that dating by the...

October 10 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Since Adam was created before Eve, does this mean a couple is incompatible if the woman is older than the man?

To me, if the fact that Adam was created before Eve was meant as an indication that it was not proper in God's eyes for a man to marry a woman who was older...

October 10 2019 Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about soul ties?

October 10 2019

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

Who was Apollos?

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I find it very encouraging to know about Appolos. It affirms that God can use anyone. Even though we may not know all the facts, God used him (Appolos) to...

October 10 2019

Comment by Billy P Eldred

How, why, and when did Satan fall from heaven?

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Tim, in the scripture you quoted, it seems to me that verse 7 describes the fall. That would be after the birth of Jesus and therefore after the fall of man....

October 10 2019

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

Can a Christian be a model? Is a modeling career something a Christian can consider?

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Let each one remain in the same calling In which he was called. Were you called while a slave? Do not be concerned about it;(1Cor 7:20, 21). Was anyone...

October 10 2019

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

Can a Christian be a model? Is a modeling career something a Christian can consider?

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This answer was given by Mr Houdmann back in 2013. I read his answers, he is very knowledgeable about the scriptures. His answers are now much less...

October 10 2019

Comment by George A. GATES GATES

Why do some say that there are no more apostles and prophets today for the church?

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Brent you have this correct. I see lots of people quoting different passages of scripture to deny modern-day apostles and prophets. Ephesians 4:13 makes it...

October 10 2019

Comment by Kas Davis

What is the definition of sin?

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Sin is not loving God enough to do what he wants us to do

October 10 2019

Answer by Derrol PORTER , Emancipated by the Liberating King

What does it mean that Jesus is the Lamb of God?

Isaiah 53:1-7, is the prophecy that foretold one that would be pierced and thus shedding blood as a sacrifice from God.Before that Genesis 22:1-22 tells...

October 10 2019 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What sort of careers can a Christian consider?

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Not all clothing is scanty or provocative. I see children modeling clothes sold at Macy's and JC Penney on TV. I see young people selling Sketchers shoes,...

October 10 2019

Answer by Bryan Naidoo , Post graduate and pastor

Was Jesus rich or wealthy?

Jesus being born from above, without sin, the notion of rich or wealthy was not his desire. Even though the Bible declares the richness and the wealth of the...

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What does it mean that God is the Ancient of Days?

October 10 2019

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What does it mean that God speaks in a still small voice?

October 10 2019

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What are the seventy weeks of Daniel?

October 10 2019

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What is a 'Daniel fast'?

October 10 2019

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What are the Major Prophets and Minor Prophets?

October 10 2019

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Why is it important to study the Bible in context?

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Great answer, Michael and really good commentary Bro. James!!! --ANDY--

October 10 2019

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

What is the Mounce Reverse-Interlinear New Testament?

Although I have not personally had experience with the Mounce Reverse Interlinear New Testament, my understanding is that it differs from a normal...

October 09 2019 Follow Vote Up

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How is Christ the "atoning sacrifice"? 1 John 4:10

October 09 2019

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Why did Job say creatures and the earth teach us? (Job 12:7–10)

October 09 2019

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What happens to those who have never heard about Jesus?

October 09 2019

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What was in a "writing kit"? (Ezekiel 9:2)

October 09 2019

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

How can we best make prayer requests to God for ourselves or on behalf of others?

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Suggested prayer for yourself and your neighbors Bless my neighbors with freedom from worry. May we determine to turn every anxious thought into prayer with...

October 09 2019

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

What is the substitutionary atonement?

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Heavenly Father, may we daily rejoice in the Atonement, the loving act whereby Jesus Christ removed our guilt as sinners by dying in our place to reconcile...

October 09 2019

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How should one answer a Hindu/Muslim who questions the sexual nature in Songs of Solomon?

October 09 2019

Comment by Terry Gillard , Worship Leader and Engineer

Can Satan read our minds or know our thoughts?

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Much of the influence we blame on Satan comes from ourselves, not him! James 1:13-15 "Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot...

October 09 2019

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How can a Christian overcome the fear of witnessing?

October 09 2019

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

Where was Zechariah when he wrote this book?

In my opinion, when Zechariah recorded his prophecy, he was in Jerusalem, following a return from Judah's exile in Babylon. To me, this is indicated in...

October 09 2019 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

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Can a Christian be a nudist? What does the Bible say about nudity?

October 09 2019

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What happened at the Tower of Babel?

October 09 2019

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

Who was God's war club in Jeremiah 51:20?

Although the verses cited in the question are separated from their antecedent by several verses, I would say that the reference in Jeremiah 51:20 to God's...

October 09 2019 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about people who are transgender?

October 09 2019

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

How did God send his word to Jonah? (Jonah 1:1)

In my opinion, the word of the LORD was not delivered to Jonah through any human intermediary, but as a direct command from God. The Bible does not specify...

October 09 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

Why would Israel’s sons come from afar? (Isaiah 60:4) Why will Israel's sons be so far away (Isaiah 60:4)?

In my opinion, the passage is referring not only to the descendants of Jacob when speaking of Israel, but to the extension of God's kingdom in the future...

October 09 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

What was in a "writing kit"? (Ezekiel 9:2)

My understanding of the Hebrew word used in this passage is that it refers to a container for ink (often the hollowed-out horn of an animal), into which a...

October 08 2019 3 Comments Follow Vote Up