What are the responsibilities of deacons in the church?
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The apostles' rationale for the appointment of deacons (as expressed in Acts 6:2) seems to me to have been an act of pride that ran counter to the example of...
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What is glorification?
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What does the Bible say about having a poor or healthy body image?
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Why is praising God important?
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What is the New Living Translation (NLT)?
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Is the Word of Faith movement biblical?
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by James Kraft
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How good do I have to be to enter heaven?
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The truth is we have to be perfect to go to heaven, and no one is. But, when we accept Jesus' free gift of salvation by grace. He imputes His perfect...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How good do I have to be to enter heaven?
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James is not to us. It is for us, but not to us. First verse, To the twelve tribes of Israel scattered abroad. To the saved Jews during the tribulation....
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How can we have peace from the Holy Spirit while we are experiencing physical or emotional pain?
In Philippians 4:11-12, Paul writes "I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to...
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Gregory Tomlinson
, Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate
Is saying OMG or words like 'geez' still taking the Lord's name in vain?
To take his name is to take his name like marriage to be called by his name. Invain means without fruit or you should not identify as children of God and not...
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Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
Why can't I stop sinning?
From our mother's womb we were sinners (Psa 51:5) and the first time we were given the opportunity to either choose sin or choose righteousness, we chose to...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about legalism? How can a Christian avoid falling into the trap of legalism?
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Galatians 2:21 says it best. I do not void the grace of God, for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain. When we trust Jesus as our...
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Is the Word of Faith movement biblical?
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What is pastoral care?
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Why is praising God important?
In the Bible sometimes God is praised for His inherent qualities. His majesty (Ps 104:1) or holiness (Isa 6:3) comes to mind, and He is "glorified as God"...
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How can we have peace from the Holy Spirit while we are experiencing physical or emotional pain?
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What does the Bible say about world missions?
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How should we praise God? (Psalm 150:3–5)
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How was Israel like a burning stick? (Zechariah 3:2)
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What does the Bible say about protection?
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What does 'selah' mean?
As a worship leader and otherwise musician, I have learned that Selah means "pause" There is however a lot of chatter in theological circles about the true...
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Aurel Gheorghe
When Jesus told the disciples, "If you don't have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one," was this to defend themselves?
Most commentaries I have read reject the interpretation that Jesus was telling the disciples to arm themselves - that notion would be difficult to reconcile...
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Eric NDICUNGUYE
How can I control sinful impulses?
To control the sinful impulses is possible but it requires steadfastness and soberness. Brethren, let's remember this: (1Peter 5:8) The devil always prowls...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How does my personal, private sin affect others?
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John 3:18 A born again believer Ephesians 1:13, can never be condemned again. We have eternal life. That is a free gift from God. All our sin debt has been...
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How can I guarantee my eternal destination (heaven)?
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What is the New English Translation (NET)?
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What is the river of life?
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What was Jesus' message to the church in Ephesus in Revelation?
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What is the second death?
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What is the meaning of wormwood in Revelation?
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How can a friend stick closer than a brother?
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How was Israel like a burning stick? (Zechariah 3:2)
In my opinion, the imagery in this verse likens the prior judgments that God had visited on Jerusalem for its sin to a fire. Now that those judgments...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why do I face the consequences of Adam's sin when I did not eat the fruit?
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To say we genetically inherit our parent's or ancestor's spiritual nature needs Biblical scrutiny. Physical characteristics? Absolutely! That is the nature...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is it ok for Christians to keep a nativity set, angel decor, or other decorations that are images of things on earth or heaven?
I am one of 6 cousins about the same age. Our grandmother brought us up in the summers as we stayed at her resort in the Northwoods. She indoctrinated us in...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How was Israel like a burning stick? (Zechariah 3:2)
TLB And the Lord said to Satan, “I reject your accusations, Satan; yes, I, the Lord, for I have decided to be merciful to Jerusalem—I rebuke you. I have decr...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean that a Christian is a new creation?
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Amen brother. John 3:18 Believers are not condemned, but unbelievers are condemned already because they have not believed on the name of the Son of God....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What was God doing before He created the universe?
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Amen Jon. Only those who have done the will of His Father will go to heaven. John 6:40 And this is the will of Him who sent me, that all that seeth the son,...
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by Shantkumar S. Kunjam
, An Indian, Mennonite Church, Pastor, Administrator, Bishop,
How can I control sinful impulses?
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All of the above answers are very helpful. Even being a bishop of my church denomination I have struggled with this challenge of controlling my sinful...
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by Jon Lucas
What was God doing before He created the universe?
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We are told that "not all who say Lord, Lord... shall make it"...Please note that those who rely upon their works for salvation are those Jesus was...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
Why did Ruth and Orpah make different decisions?
I believe that while living with Naomi, even after the death of her husband, both Oprah and Ruth had the opportunity to experience firsthand the LORD God of...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What does it mean that a Christian is a new creation?
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I agree with Al. Mr Houdmann's definition is very biblical, easily understood by the responders who said amen to it. Al said it more plainly. The how of his...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
When did Jesus create the angels? Before heaven and earth or after?
I would say that heaven (or, specifically, the "third heaven", as God's abode) has existed eternally, since God is eternal. I would also say that the...