What is the meaning of, "We are gods" in John 10:34?
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This was spot on! Thank you for your diligence and focus. May God continue to use you. For you have truly blessed me.
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Gerritt Schuitema
, Persecutor & Mocker transformed to Faithful Believer
What is the meaning of, "We are gods" in John 10:34?
The context for this scene is in John 10:23-38, where the Jews surround him, attempting to verbally trap him. Jesus does not succumb to their taunts and...
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by Gerritt Schuitema
, Persecutor & Mocker transformed to Faithful Believer
What is the meaning of, "We are gods" in John 10:34?
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The Hebrews were not polytheistic. The word elohim (god) didn’t mean to them what it means to us today (God). It simply meant they lived in the spiritual...
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
What is the meaning of, "We are gods" in John 10:34?
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Interestingly, Psalms 82:6 is a verse the Mormons will use to prove that they, too, can become "gods." Hence their polytheistic worldview.
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why do these Scriptures indicate that God intends to leave us alone at some point?
Our enemy the devil wants us to camp down and stay focused on verses that might cast doubt on God’s continual love and faithfulness. He is trying to destroy...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is Jesus saying when he says, "For wherever the carcass is, there eagles will be gathered together"?
Whenever we come across a verse we are puzzled about, it is really important to study and interpret the verse in its complete context. The referenced verse...
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Steve Epps
What is Jesus saying when he says, "For wherever the carcass is, there eagles will be gathered together"?
Jesus is talking about the coming destruction of Jerusalem and the Roman army that will surround it. One interesting fact is the insignia of an eagle on the...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Where was Satan when God was creating the universe?
Nehemiah 9:6, "Thou even Thou art Lord Alone -Thou hast made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host, the earth, and all things that are therein,...
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Why do these Scriptures indicate that God intends to leave us alone at some point?
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Jerri Pineda
How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?
In Leviticus 18:22 says,”You shall not lie with a male as with a woman. It is an abomination.” Romans 1:27 says,”Likewise also the men, leaving the natural...
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Jerri Pineda
How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?
In Leviticus 18:22 says,”You shall not lie with a male as with a woman. It is an abomination.” Romans 1:27 says,”Likewise also the men, leaving the natural...
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gord chevy
How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?
Most of the responses to the original question are comprehensive, therefore, I can add little with the exception of the reminder, that the secular worldly...
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as 'father' (Matthew 23:9)? Is it wrong for Catholics to refer to their priests as 'father'?
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Danny, I totally agree with you. Until their hearts are opened because they truly seek a relationship with God through Jesus, they will continue to practice...
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as 'father' (Matthew 23:9)? Is it wrong for Catholics to refer to their priests as 'father'?
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What really helped me grow spiritually by leaps and bounds was to immerse myself in Christian podcasts. I commute into Wash DC every day so I'm in the car...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?
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When we trust Jesus as our savior, we are given His righteousness, and He will no longer impute sin to our account. Romans 4:6-8 John 3:18 We can no longer...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as 'father' (Matthew 23:9)? Is it wrong for Catholics to refer to their priests as 'father'?
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I totally agree Danny. All we need to know to preach the gospel is the gospel. The whole gospel of John is one great big tract. Ephesians 2:8-9 I have...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?
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The truth is we al deserve to go to hell. But Jesus died for all sin so that any one could be saved just by believing on Him as the only way of salvation by...
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
What will we be doing in heaven?
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None of the unrighteous will "benefit" from the resurrection. They will be judged according to their works and found to be lacking because your works cannot...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is replacement theology?
It is true that God never changes, but how He deals with people does change. In the old testament a saint could lose the Holy Spirit through sin. But in the...
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Bonnie Agudelo
How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?
We all struggle with lust one time or another - or all the time for some. When we give in to the thoughts to fantasize in our minds that’s when sin comes. We...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can being gay be wrong if you've always felt attracted to the same sex, you're a devoted Christian, and it wasn't something you chose?
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If we continue to live in sin, the Lord does chasten His children. He will never condemn us, (John 3:18) but He may cut our life short. First Corinthians...
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Why did Jesus refer to James and John as the sons of thunder?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Can an divorced, unbelieving woman remarry a different husband?
I would say that, if the woman were not a Christian at the time of her divorce and re-marriage (even if her former husband had been a Christian), and even if...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What is the key to witnessing to Muslims?
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The early church was no more unworldly than the church of today. The early church was not a picture of Jesus. It's my contention that today's church is far...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is the meaning of the Parable of the grain of wheat?
Jesus willingly died so that billions of human beings, since Adam and Eve, could be reconciled to God, by having their sins forgiven. Jesus was resurrected...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as 'father' (Matthew 23:9)? Is it wrong for Catholics to refer to their priests as 'father'?
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Cindy, Catholics are catholic, totally. Catholics follow the tradition of the catholic assembly or congregation. They have what they have and are who they...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as 'father' (Matthew 23:9)? Is it wrong for Catholics to refer to their priests as 'father'?
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Peter's sermon is in Acts 2, my finger is too fat.. Lol
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Doreen Lovell
, Evangelist and Prayer Intercessor
What did Jesus mean when He said 'I am the Light of the World'?
I am the Light of the world Light is that which penetrates and dispels darkness. God created light (Gen. 1:3), however; a careful reading of the Scriptures...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as 'father' (Matthew 23:9)? Is it wrong for Catholics to refer to their priests as 'father'?
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James Kraft, "If christians would read their bible"... Mr Kraft I've known people who don't bother trying to study the bible because of their difficulty...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as 'father' (Matthew 23:9)? Is it wrong for Catholics to refer to their priests as 'father'?
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Steven Scott, holy means "separated" for service and to represent the Lord in society. Holy does not mean anything that pertains to sinning. If any man...
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Why does God refer to Himself in the plural in Genesis 1:26 and 3:22?
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What does it mean to be crucified with Christ?
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What is the meaning of the Parable of the grain of wheat?
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What will we be doing in heaven?
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What will we be doing in heaven?
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Lucas McDonald
What is the meaning of the Parable of the grain of wheat?
While Jesus may very well have been referring to his own death and resurrection, I do not believe that is the main point of the parable. If you look at the...
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by Rotimi EWEDEMI
, Very keen Bible Researcher
What will we be doing in heaven?
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Dear Ally’s C, I just wish to draw your attention to what the inspired scriptures say at Acts 24:15, viz: “And have hope toward God, which they themselves...
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
What does the Bible say about tattoos or body piercings?
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Will we have perfect bodies? We have little information on what our New Spiritual bodies will be like, but if Jesus is any example then some scars may...
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
What will we be doing in heaven?
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As much as the comma (which you are right is a far later addition) is debated, it probably doesn't matter for the sake of what Jesus actually meant. 'TODAY'...
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by Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
What will we be doing in heaven?
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Jesus could not have told the man next to him that was being crucified that he would be with Jesus in Paradise that day {today] because he was soon to die...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why did Jesus have to die?
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We all deserve to go to hell. God has to punish sin. And since we are all sinners, we deserve to go to hell. But God sent His only Son to take our place...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is it ok to minister with an online ordination?
We do not have to be ordained to preach the gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4 That Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures, that He was buried...
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STANLEY S. DRANE
What will we be doing in heaven?
I'm glad you asked. We as Saints will be rejoicing with him, eternally, and living with him; no sickness, nor heartache, nothing!
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by Marvin Pace
Is it ok to minister with an online ordination?
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As with most professions today you can receive your degree on line so why not the ministry? I do believe that in addition to on line studies a person needs...
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mary anderson
Who are the twenty-four (24) elders in Revelation?
I believe that the 24 elders are the patriarchs of the Old Testament that were faithful to GOD. As it is here on earth it is in Heaven, an elder has a...
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by Gerritt Schuitema
, Persecutor & Mocker transformed to Faithful Believer
Why did Jesus have to die?
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Is it worth debating what the questioner means by ‘death’?
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John Olson
Is it wrong to read the Bible online?
In my opinion, there is nothing wrong with reading the Bible on line. In fact being a single-armed stroke survivorIi use one during church services as using...
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by Steven Scott
, Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry
Why does the Catholic Catechism omit commandment #2 (You shall not make idols) and split #10 (You shall not covet your neighbor's belongings) into two, making them #9 and #10?
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I don't remember God giving The Ten Commandments to Noah. When did this happen?