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What does the Bible say about child sexual abuse?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Scripture Guide
, Evangelist Remolded by the Potter to share the Living Gospel
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Will I be fat in heaven?
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Is there such a thing as an ex-Christian?
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Brother James Kraft, you got that right!!! As I have stated in a previous answer/comment, God, The Father does NOT go back on His word--EVER! When one is...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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Why did Naomi want to be called Mara?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean that "righteousness and peace kiss each other? What kind of kiss is this? (Psalm 85:10)
The late Dr. Warren Wendell Wiersbe (Warren Wendel Wiersbe (May 16, 1929 – May 2, 2019) was an American pastor, Bible teacher, conference speaker and a...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What "signal" would God send to gather his people? (Zechariah 10:8, NIV)
Zechariah 10:8 NIV "I will signal for them and gather them in. Surely I will redeem them; they will be as numerous as before."
Zechariah 10:8
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What temple is this? (Ezekiel 40:5–42:20)
Ezekiel 40:5
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by Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
Why is encouragement so important according to the Bible?
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Andy, you are always such an encourager to others in the eBible community! Thanks for being a source of light here!
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Derrol PORTER
, Emancipated by the Liberating King
Is Jesus talking about the dead when He says, "But those who are counted worthy to attain that age, and the resurrection from the dead, neither marry nor are given in marriage"?
There is a parallel verse in Matthew 22:30. Jesus is being tested or really mocked by the hypocrite lawyers and Pharisees' and Sadducees' attempt to...
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by Charles Crabtree
Why did Jesus call the Canaanite woman a dog?
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Jesus was sent to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. Being true to his mission he would have treated all non Israelites the same as the Canaanite woman....
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by Lisa Spencer
What is the significance of 153 large fish in John 21:1-11?
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Thank you for sharing. Very informative!
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is it wrong to question God?
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Andiy, I will be praying for your situation. I know what it is like having lost a Son, and 3 grand children. But losing a wife is a major deal. Man, my heart...
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norman Phillips
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Naomi want to be called Mara?
1:20 Mara The name Mara means “bitter.” Given her circumstances, Naomi thinks “bitter” is a more fitting name than “pleasant” (see Ruth 1:2). -- Naomi—“fair...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did Naomi want to be called Mara?
Just as names do today, the names given to, or assumed by, people in Biblical times had meanings. The meaning of the name "Naomi" in Hebrew was "pleasant",...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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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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by Ezekiel Kimosop
Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?
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I agree with you that there was possibly some local issues but Paul's statement in 1 Timothy 2:8-14 is of universal application given the reference to the...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?
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What is your interpretation of 1 Timothy 2:8-15?
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by chris ertell
Why did Naomi want to be called Mara?
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Good question! I believe that "Mara" means "bitter" in Hebrew, or did at the time.
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Is it wrong to question God?
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Wow! what an excellent answer, my Bro. James!!! With the situation that my 17 year old son; a Junior in High School and that his mother and my wife has just...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can God “come down” from heaven when He is already here (and everywhere)? Genesis 11:5
I, too, like Mr. Maas, believe in the omnipresence of God. See Genesis 11 in context for the big picture: Genesis 11 God Stops a Revolt (Genesis 11:1-9)...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can God “come down” from heaven when He is already here (and everywhere)? Genesis 11:5
I, too, like Mr. Maas, believe in the omnipresence of God. See Genesis 11 in context for the big picture: Genesis 11 God Stops a Revolt (Genesis 11:1-9)...
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Charles Crabtree
What is the importance of the Lord's supper / Christian Communion?
The importance of The Lord's Supper is as Jesus said, "Remember me" his life, death and resurrection. God instructed Israel to do the Passover in remembrance...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What did Jesus mean when He said it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to get into heaven?
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It is hard for a man rich in good works to see his need for a savior. The Pharisees believed they were saved by keeping the law so well that God had to let...
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Charles Crabtree
Why did Judah and Israel split?
In 1 Kings 16 God told Solomon, "Now the Lord was angry with Solomon because his heart was turned away from the Lord, the God of Israel, who had appeared to...
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David Buyna
, Retired US Sailor
Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?
I have for some time failed to understand the hype concerning women in the church. Gal_3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free,...
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vivian lipari
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Should Christian men or women wear earrings?
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by Jim Stapleton
Can you explain how one can understand the vast chasm that separates our nature from God's nature?
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Easy, we as people of the earth are physical and we operate in the physical realm. God is Spirit and operates in the spiritual realm. We can get a good look...
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Jim Stapleton
Has God turned his back on American Christians?
I don't propose to know your circumstance but I will tell you this: Job was a very wealthy man and Satan accused God of protecting him, and he said that...
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by Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
Why is encouragement so important according to the Bible?
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Andy: Spot on it's the magic that causes a mustard seed to grow into something much larger than first seen or thought, my warrior brother.
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by Jim Stapleton
Why should I witness to non-christians if God has already predestined his elect for salvation?
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If God "predestined" men for hell then they would be denied the " choice" that all people have to accept Jesus Christ as the sacrificial lamb for our sins....
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by Jim Stapleton
What are the implications of salvation if someone believes in millions of years of creation?
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While I don't propose to know very much at all, I do see things differently. In the first two Scriptures we learn that God created the heavens and the earth....
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the meaning of the Valley of Dry Bones in Ezekiel 37?
The Work of the Spirit of God 1 In Regeneration—a new heart and a new spirit (Life and Cleansing) Ezek. 36:26,27; John 3:5 2 In Revival of Dead Bones in a...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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What does it mean that "righteousness and peace kiss each other? What kind of kiss is this? (Psalm 85:10)
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Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Why is encouragement so important according to the Bible?
ENCOURAGEMENT is a very important word for any and every Christian (Child of GOD) to be an active 'take the lead' and/or participate in daily in each of our...
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almeda nelson
Gold Evangelist award!
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What is the importance of the Lord's supper / Christian Communion?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why does the Catholic church display a cross with Christ impaled upon it?
Perhaps it is designed to impress upon people (or to attempt to "make real" to them) the degree of suffering that Christ was willing to endure in our place,...
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Ralph Bosse
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almeda nelson
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Was Martin Luther anti-Semitic?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What did Jesus mean when He said it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to get into heaven?
Mark 10:25. - It is easier for a camel to go through a needle's eye, etc. This is a strong hyperbolic proverbial expression to represent anything that is...
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Anonymous
Has God turned his back on American Christians?
Over these last nine years I have struggled to feel the presence of The Holy Sprit in my life. Having had everything going wonderful for me for 18 years afte...
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by Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
Is getting drunk a sin?
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Brother Andy, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. Thank you for your willingness to share your pain. We will be praying for you and your...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Should a Christian work where alcohol and tobacco are sold?
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The bible does warn against drunkenness, but not drinking in moderation. Paul said, be not drunk with wine wherein is excess, but be filled with the Spirit....
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by Jim Stapleton
Did the author of Genesis ever intend the 7-day creation story to be taken literally?
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My view of the six days are simple. I view them believing at this point in my spiritual growth, that each day could have been separated by millions upon...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Silver Teacher award!
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Should a Christian work where alcohol and tobacco are sold?
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Is getting drunk a sin?
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I have a very emotional *Kudos!* reply to Bro..Houdmann's answer!!! My comment comes from a deep, deep...very deep.....state of mind and emotional turmoil...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are some things that happen to the believer when he trusts Christ? I.e. what are the benefits of salvation?
1. The Believer Is in the Eternal Plan of God. Rom 8:29, 30 2. Redeemed Rom 3:24; 8:23 3. Reconciled II Cor. 5:18-20 4. Related to God Through Propitiation...