What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?

Comment:
In Nathan's parable to King David, (2 Samuel 12:9), it says why have you despised the commandment of the Lord to do evil in His sight? David had murdered...

July 17 2019

What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?

Comment:
I don't think that the woman "sold herself for pleasure." That I would say was prostitution. I don't think that the women in this period of time had much, if...

July 17 2019

What can we do if we find others in our church group who are pretend-believers or unfaithful?

Comment:
Amen, Sis. Wms.The high strung believer is as easily recognized as the high strung unbeliever if you listen to what they have to say. I'm no good at...

July 17 2019

What did Jesus mean when He promised an abundant life?

Comment:
To the Jews it was physical material blessings. To us it is spiritual blessings. It can also be material blessings. Jesus said, "If a man ask for bread will...

July 17 2019

How should Christians stand up for their faith in such an anti-Christian world?

Comment:
Been there done that. The other day we were about two miles from home and passed a vehicle parked across from as service station. There was a lady standing...

July 17 2019

What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?

Comment:
"I gave the thy master's wives into thy bosom" doesn't exactly say "I gave you your master's wives for you to marry" in the language that I speak. It sounds...

July 17 2019

What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?

Comment:
I think polygamy was a man's sinful idea. God made Eve as Adams helper. Abraham, the father of our faith, had more than one wife. Given to him by Sarai, to...

July 17 2019

What does the Bible say about masturbation?

Comment:
Jesus said that to the Pharisees to show them they were sinners. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:10 There is none...

July 17 2019

If a couple gets pregnant before marriage do they have to get married?

Comment:
Plus this: If I ever called my marriage to Faye a yoke I'd be sleeping in that cold den downstairs a few nights. "Honey how long have we been yoked...

July 17 2019

If a couple gets pregnant before marriage do they have to get married?

Comment:
I challenge anyone to find a reference to marriage in 2Cor 6, any verse in the whole chapter. The chapter is about Paul's ministry, a ministry of...

July 17 2019

How should Christians stand up for their faith in such an anti-Christian world?

Comment:
The best way to defend and keep the faith is to preach the gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4 That Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures, that...

July 17 2019

July 17 2019

What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?

Comment:
God gave plenty of specific instructions all along the way. In the Garden of Eden. At the end of the Flood. Those who provoked Him, He dealt with--such as...

July 17 2019

What can we do if we find others in our church group who are pretend-believers or unfaithful?

Comment:
My Brother Hickman, I completely understand where you are coming from. Our pastor has always said the church is a hospital and we are sick in our souls,...

July 17 2019

What is the Holy See?

Comment:
Scripture does not say that organizations, such as the Holy See, Southern Baptist Convention, General Council of the Methodist Church, etc., cannot be...

July 17 2019

How should a Christian view gun control?

Comment:
Regarding being in Law Enforcement, or the military: Luke 7:9 When Jesus heard this, He marveled at the Centurion. Turning to the crowd following Him, He...

July 17 2019

What does the Bible say about masturbation?

Comment:
Even if the word is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible, its ample clear that it's at par with adultery. Matthew 5:28 "But I say to you, That whosoever...

July 17 2019

What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?

Comment:
Excellent points made about translation problems. Language is very complex, as I learnt reaching Master's level in linguistics. There is so much more to be...

July 17 2019

What is a Foursquare Church?

Comment:
Ezekiel, I can understand Jacob's view of the compilation of scripture. The examples you give are Old Testament and refer to the Torah. The Matthew 4:4 and...

July 17 2019

What does the Bible say about sowing and reaping?

Comment:
Heaven is free gift to all believers. How we live after we have received the free gift, will determine our rewards or lack of rewards in heaven. And if we go...

July 17 2019

Was Jesus black?

Comment:
Well said...

July 16 2019

Was Jesus black?

Comment:
We must remember that "father" Abraham, was Syrian. God made all people, all races, colors and nations. God looks at the heart. Maybe that is why we are told...

July 16 2019

Is Jesus God? Did Jesus ever claim to be God?

Comment:
That is why when we trust Jesus as our savior His Holy Spirit in us, Ephesians 1:13 gives us His perfect righteousness. Romans 4:6 When we believe the...

July 16 2019

Does it show a lack of faith when you persistently ask for the same thing from the Father?

Comment:
So Brad, Did your wife praying for 18 years for you to repent show a lack of faith in her first prayer? Did you get saved because she persisted in prayer for...

July 16 2019

What should we learn from the life of Jonah?

Comment:
So true Danny, I really appreciate your deep interest in spiritual things.

July 16 2019