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

Where was the Kidron Valley (2 Chronicles 30:14)

13 A very large crowd of people assembled in Jerusalem to celebrate the Festival of Unleavened Bread in the second month. 14 They removed the altars in Jerus...

2 Chronicles 30:14

August 11 2019 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is the New International Reader's Version (NIrV)?

This is definitely one of my favorites! I used it profusely when teaching Children's Church for 14 years. A Word about the NIrV God has always spoken so...

August 11 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is the Modern English Version (MEV)?

I use this version when I want to share a specific verse from the Bible with the unsaved. The Modern English Version (MEV) heralds a new day for Bibles with...

August 11 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is the English Standard Version (ESV)?

We used this version in our Baptist church for years and gave out free copies to anyone we thought would read it. The English Standard Version (ESV) stands...

August 11 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is the ISV (International Standard Version)?

I use this version when I want to look up a particular verse in the Bible. The International Standard Version (ISV) is the first modern Bible translation in...

August 11 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

Why is a poem about romance and sex in the Bible? (Song of Solomon 1:2)

Comment:
"The love that God has for His people." Is that what really comes to mind when we read this passionate poem? I don't believe that to be the point of God...

August 11 2019

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

What are some Bible verses that address the Holy Spirit's role in convicting believers of sin after they've already been saved?

Great question, David Soto! "But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory,...

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

What is the shortest verse in the bible?

In the original Greek, it’s 1 Thessalonians 5:16 (“Rejoice always”). In the King James Version, the shortest verse is the emotional opposite—John 11:35 (“...

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

What is the Septuagint?

I have used this translation with joy. I got it from the public library, and it was useful to me to review the verses in the Old Testament that I had...

August 11 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is the Complete Jewish Bible (CJB)?

I use it on occasion. Presenting the Word of God as a unified Jewish book, the Complete Jewish Bible (CJB) is a translation for Jews and non-Jews alike. It...

August 11 2019 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Cassius D'Souza

Why did Jesus command people to not tell others of the miracles He performed?

Comment:
Well today it may seem like reverse psychology however if we consider the time and prevalent culture, even a good deed brought negative publicity forJesus...

August 11 2019

Comment by Evan DAILY

Why did Saul not recognize David after he defeated Goliath?

Comment:
As I read the text Saul says, "Who's son is this young man?" not "Who is this young man?" I think its likely that he knew David, but perhaps not who his...

August 11 2019

Answer by Vilma Sonnier

Why do some Christians blow the shofar when nowhere in the NT we're told to do so?

Here recently I have become a part of a church that uses the shofar. I have asked for an explanation and the best answer that I received was that the new...

August 11 2019 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Chris Heier , Retired, living in Mexico and Arizona

Who was Cain's wife? Was Cain's wife his sister?

Comment:
I think you have it, Amen. We cannot know all, we live by Faith in the Word Incarnate, Jesus Christ. Now we see only a reflection, our mortal sight.

August 11 2019

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What does the Bible say about lying? Is lying a sin?

August 11 2019

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What is Passion Week?

August 11 2019

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How can I forgive those who sin against me?

August 10 2019

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Do we have two or three parts? Body, soul, and spirit?

August 10 2019

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What does the Bible say about anointing oil?

August 10 2019

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What does the Bible say about animal/pet euthanasia?

August 10 2019

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

Will Christians live through the tribulation?

Before we answer this question we need to find out what are the events that are going to take place at the end time and the sequence in which they are told...

August 10 2019 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How are predestination and election connected with foreknowledge?

Comment:
An excellent answer, Pam. Very well supported by specific scripture that supports this eternal truth that God gives each 100% free will in any and all of our...

August 10 2019

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

Why in Genesis 11 5-9 did it bother God that the people he created were one and building something together?

As we answer this question, first of all we need to understand that whatever is taking place in this world has two levels of reasons or causes behind it's...

August 10 2019 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What altars were removed? (30:14)

The altars referred to as being removed in the passage cited in the question were the altars that had been erected in connection with the worship of any idol...

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

Did Jesus die for everyone or just believers?

I would say that Jesus' atoning death and resurrection were SUFFICIENT to pay the penalty for the sins of any and every human who has ever lived from...

August 10 2019 7 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What altars were removed? (30:14)

13 A very large crowd of people assembled in Jerusalem to celebrate the Festival of Unleavened Bread in the second month. 14 They removed the altars in Jerus...

2 Chronicles 29:1 - 31:21

August 10 2019 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Meshack Gachago

How can Jesus be the lamb of God and the lion simultaneously?

As Tim says its imagery used to refer to Jesus as the lamb showing humility, one who gives his life to save humanity. The lamb submits and is a sacrifice....

August 10 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Chris Heier , Retired, living in Mexico and Arizona

Who was Cain's wife? Was Cain's wife his sister?

Comment:
Thank you, Michael, Jennifer and John. We are saved by the blood of the Lamb, Jesus.

August 10 2019

Answer by Meshack Gachago

How could the heavens and the earth be witnesses? (Deuteronomy 30:19)

Yes, there are three witnesses in heaven, Father Son Spirit, and there are three on earth Spirit, water and blood. 1Jn 2. The temple was also where God and...

August 10 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Cody Shelby

Will Christians live through the tribulation?

I'm just curious because that’s a question that I can’t find the answer for.

Revelation 1:9

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the Young's Literal Translation (YLT)?

Young's Literal Translation - History Young's Literal Translation of the Bible was first translated in 1862 by Robert Young, a Scottish publisher who was...

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

What is the Young's Literal Translation (YLT)?

The Bible text designated YLT is from the 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young who also compiled Young's Analytical Concordance. This is an...

August 10 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

Why in Genesis 11 5-9 did it bother God that the people he created were one and building something together?

Comment:
Thank you Thomas and Xavier, you are being too kind!

August 10 2019

Award for Ariel HaNaviy , Messianic Jew and Torah Teacher with Messianic Congregation 'The Harvest'

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Will a Temple be built during the Millennial Kingdom?

August 10 2019

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Who were the Essenes? Was John the Baptist an Essene?

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Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?

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Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?

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Award for Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

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Why does it seem that sexual temptation is a bigger problem for men than for women?

August 09 2019

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Why did Peter deny Jesus?

August 09 2019

Answer by eva stevens

Was Noah's Ark found by Ron Wyatt? Is there any proof of this?

I agree with Evan Doan. I too would love to know if the Ark of the Covenant was truly found and the blood of Jesus. I found Ron Wyatt's account very...

August 09 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Rev. Carolyn Davis

Is the New World Translation a valid version of the Bible?

No! This version has been modified too much out of content. Jehovah Witnesses beliefs do not line up with Christianity, therefore this translation should NOT...

August 09 2019 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Tyrone Stacey

What did Jesus mean in Luke 22:36 about buying a sword?

Comment:
In Ephesians 6:11 the Bible instructs us "Put on the whole armour of God" to fight against evil that we will encounter in life and the sword is referred to...

August 09 2019