Why does the Catholic Church pray to Mother Mary?
I am not a Roman Catholic, but I would say that the practice of praying to Mary originally was based on a sense among Christians of humility or unworthiness...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
"Does Genesis 8:21 cancel the 'Thorns and Thistles' Curse?"
My opinion is that it did not. Under Edenic conditions, before the presence of sin in the world, it would not have been necessary for humans to perform...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
When and where in the Bible did burnt offerings stop?
Although it is not recorded in the Bible, my understanding is that the Jewish practice of animal sacrifice done in accordance with the Law that God gave to...
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Why is faith without works dead?
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by Vattachal-Vadakketil Thomas John alias V T John
, Rtd Joint.Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala. India
What is the immutability of God?
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In the Old Testament, God Himself directs all sort of animal sacrifices. Solomon is given credit for sacrificing 22,000 bulls and 120, 000 sheep at the time...
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STANLEY S. DRANE
What did Jesus mean when He said, 'He who has ears to hear'?
He means that he/she must not only hear the word of God, but obey and believe what it says, that it will help them to love everybody. Be aware of falsehood.
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What is Trinitarianism? Is Trinitarianism Biblical?
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The best symbol for the Trinity is not there at the end of the answer.
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Is the last verse in the book of John literal or hyperbole?
John says that Jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book (John 20:30). If one book was used...
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Allen Dicker
What is Christian dominionism?
One important subset of dominionism is replacement theology. This belief system postulates that the promises that were made to Israel were forfeited when the...
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Ara Nelson
Is it wrong for a husband and wife to have separate bank accounts?
Having seperate accounts can give you independence, and in certain instances having one account isn't the best choice. Your spouse could have an addiction...
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Ara Nelson
Should all mothers be stay-at-home moms?
Though it is the woman's choice, the role of a housewife is based on a sexist patriarchal structure. There is no where in the Bible that says a woman has to...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean to seek first the kingdom of God?
This verse has several meanings. For the Christian it means John 6:40 And this is the will of Him who sent me, that all that seeth the Son, and believeth on...
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Richard McCabe
What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?
For the New Testament, the older the source the less likely it is to have been altered. The exception to this is books that were known to be fraudulent when...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
With all of the different religions, how can I know which one is correct?
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Christianity is a religion, but Jesus did not intend to establish a new religion. The church was/is Jesus's intention. The church is an assembly of...
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by Jay Saunders
Why does God demand, seek, or request that we worship Him?
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Why does God demand, seek, or request that we worship Him?
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Jay, excellent insight into GOD'S WORD answer! --ANDY--
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Why does God demand, seek, or request that we worship Him?
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Janice, excellent points! A vote up I give you. --ANDY--
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does the Bible say about war?
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There is a very good book on this topic. "War, Peace, and Christianity, " by authors J.Daryl Charles & Timothy J. Deny. I found it totally Biblical and...
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Jay Saunders
What does it mean that believers are to be salt and light?
Salt has always been used as a preservative of meat. The word of God is referred to as meat and milk. It has been implied to be light. Without light we and...
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Jay Saunders
Why does God demand, seek, or request that we worship Him?
The scriptures give us answers to every question that we can devise with the word of God and stories where the word of God was put into action. If you read...
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Why is there so much animosity between the Catholic and the Protestant groups?
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Why is there so much animosity between the Catholic and the Protestant groups?
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Myron Robertson
, Seeking God's heart
Why did dreams seem to help people know God’s will in the Bible? (Judges 7:15) Does this apply to people today?
Joel 2:28, quoted by Peter in Acts 2:17 very definitely applies here. God very definitely continues to speak to us in dreams. Peter quoted this as "in the...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What sort of things should be in Christian wedding/marriage vows?
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The Biblical references given have to do with relationships between the couple and God. There are no "legal" requirements according to Scripture. Today,...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why is living together before marriage considered living in sin?
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Cindy, taking an oath before God can be done by two people, on their own; regardless of who is present or where it is done. At this point, a couple can think...
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A F
Should a Christian read romance novels?
NO. The modern Christian always claims legalism when they want to skirt righteousness. It is not legalistic to say NO. Rev 22:11 He that is unjust, let him...
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STANLEY S. DRANE
What does the Bible say to do with a rebellious child?
The Bible tells us to train up a child in the way he/she should go, and when they become old, he/she will not depart from it. (Proverbs 22:6) Also, pray for...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How does a person live in humility?
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We always have to compare what men say, with what the bible says. A lady told me the other day you can lose the Holy Spirit and lose your salvation. I went...
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andrew kameya
Why does God demand, seek, or request that we worship Him?
I agree with Tim. God does not need our worship, praise... We need to worship, praise... for our benefit - so that we can be humble, grateful... God Bless
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is "faith" a gift or a process?
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We are saved the instant we believe. If a man was driving down the road and heard John 3:16 on the radio, and believed it, and died in a car crash two...
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by Gregory Jones
Are the ideas of Jesus and Christianity borrowed from Mithra and Zoroastrianism?
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Have we not been warned to follow no other Doctrine?
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean that Jesus died for our sins?
First John 2:2 and He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only, but for the sins of the whole world. But only those who put their trust in Him...
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What does it mean that there is only one baptism?
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Why do Catholics believe that Mary's parents were Anna and Joachim?
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Ed Besselman
Did Jonah die while he was in the belly of the fish?
Maybe we can rephrase the question... Did Jonah die before the great fish swallowed him? Jonah 1:17 Now the LORD had prepared a great fish to swallow up...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
"Does Genesis 8:21 cancel the 'Thorns and Thistles' Curse?"
21 The Lord smelled the pleasing aroma and said in his heart: “Never again will I curse the ground because of humans, even though[a] every inclination of the...
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Why is obedience to God important?
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Is there a scriptural difference in age limitation for a man and woman to be married?
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I completely agree sister Trish. I met my husband in my early 20's and he is 20 years my senior. God has always been throughout our relationship. Though at...
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david vernon
Is "faith" a gift or a process?
I believe it is both a gift and a process. Rom.10:17 shows it is a process, so does Heb.11:6. But then if you really break down Eph. 2:8 you can begin to see...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Where is Mary, the mother of Jesus, now?
Where is Mary the Mother of Jesus Now? The last mention of Mary mother of Jesus in Scripture is in Acts 1:14 where she listed listed among the Jerusalem...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why do you think Jesus decided to become involved when the people ran out of wine at the wedding in Cana?
Mary told Jesus that the hosts of the wedding feast had run out of wine, undoubtedly feeling sympathetic to the hosts' predicament. To me, the clear...
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What does the Bible say about ambition?
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What does the Bible say about attitude?
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Is there a scriptural difference in age limitation for a man and woman to be married?
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lynn Sander
Should Christians celebrate birthdays?
It boggles my mind that this would even be a question! God knew me before the foundation of the world was made. From the time I was conceived, I was...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How does a person live in humility?
For by grace ye are saved, though faith, and that not of yourselves, it is the GIFT of God, not of works, lest any man should boast. We have nothing to boast...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is "faith" a gift or a process?
For by grace ye are saved, through faith, and that not of yourselves, it is the GIFT of God, not of works, lest any man should boast. Faith is not a work....
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What is the heart?