What does the Bible say about church discipline / excommunication?
I am submitting an answer to the question "What is church discipline?" which has been merged (inappropriately in my opinion) with another question about...
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is the meaning of, "We are gods" in John 10:34?
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Cindy, God chose the nation of Israel to be an example of God's character for the whole world to see, so they would seek him and find him. God shows us the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did Jesus tell His disciples to take nothing on the journey?
I would say that Jesus gave this instruction to them for three reasons: 1) to increase their faith in God's provision for them, as well as their reliance on...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Is a sin still a sin if you don’t know it’s a sin? In other words, if you never learned that killing was wrong, is it still a sin to do so?
God decided what sin was by giving us his moral law. Jesus further explained this law in detail to include sins of "thought, word, and deed", "sins of...
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by Den Path
Does the pastor of the church receive all the tithes?
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We have looked at this law from the Old Covenant perspective. Under the New Covenant the law still applies but takes on a different form. As we mature and...
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Charles Crabtree
What is the meaning of the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price?
The parables of hidden treasure and the pearl of great price are different but similar in that both the treasure and pearls are both Christens. The treasure...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Is 'what would Jesus do?' (WWJD) something we should seek to live by?
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I agree with Mr Houdmann. "IF" you could somehow know what the LORD would do in a certain situation, how would you be certain you were certain? You cite the...
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by andrew kameya
When Jesus was nailed to the cross did the nails go through His hands or His wrists?
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In several near death experiences, they say that the wounds were in his hands. That is good enough for me - and since it really does not matter. It does not...
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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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Grant, The prodigal son was already a member of God's family when he strayed. Could you provide me a verse that says we are "all God's children" prior to...
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by Iliani Tuikenatabua
, Avionics Engineer at Fiji Airways.
Why did God command the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments to be placed 'inside' the Ark of the Covenant, but the Law of Moses 'beside' the Ark?
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The 10 Commandments were written on stone by the very finger of God and is eternal therefore it was placed inside the Ark. But the Law of Moses was written...
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by Iliani Tuikenatabua
, Avionics Engineer at Fiji Airways.
Why did God speak to Moses out of the burning bush?
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Nice angle of viewpont.
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is the Bible relevant for today?
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ABSOLUTELY, AMEN, TRUTH IS ALWAYS UNDENIABLY RELEVANT! The world needs TRUTH like it never has before!!
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean that the Lord is my Shepherd?
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The good news. John 6:39 Jesus has never lost one. Second Timothy 2:19 Nevertheless, the foundation of God is sure, having this seal, (the Holy Spirit) The...
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by STANLEY S. DRANE
How do I open the door of my heart to let Jesus in?
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Good question! First of all, you must tell Jesus that you're a sinner, confess/repent of all thy sins, and invite him in you heart. Plus he'll not only...
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by Vijaya Lekamge
, A retired, part qualified Accountant
Why did the sacrificial system require a blood sacrifice?
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I agree that there are no two separate ways unto righteousness— We look back to the cross and the Old Testament believers looked forward to the cross. The...
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Does the Bible call Christians to defend the faith / argue for the faith?
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What does it mean to pray in Jesus' name?
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What is Old Testament theology?
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Does the Bible call Christians to defend the faith / argue for the faith?
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Why did God keep the burial place of Moses a secret?
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by Vijaya Lekamge
, A retired, part qualified Accountant
Why did the sacrificial system require a blood sacrifice?
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Chris,in the penultimate para, line three and four ,you wrote and I quote, 'True to that pattern, after being raised as a spirit, Jesus went to heaven...
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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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Blessed co-heirs of eternal life, Would there be agreement that Psalm 82, and Psalm 89 are connected? Could the idea of a heavenly council be demonstrated by...
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What is Old Testament theology?
Short Answer: "O.T. Theology" is a made up idea originating in the minds of certain supposed scholarly men that were most probably non-believers. Satan is a...
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What is spiritual death?
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What does the Bible say about laying of hands?
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Why does Christ's righteousness need to be imputed to us?
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?
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It is not our sins that send us to hell. It is not believing Jesus paid for all of our sins so that we do not have to go to hell to pay for them. First John...
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Nathan Toronga
, Christian Elder.
Is a sin still a sin if you don’t know it’s a sin? In other words, if you never learned that killing was wrong, is it still a sin to do so?
I accept that our conscience is a very handy compass on matters of right and wrong. Maybe the example used in the question, of killing, could be an extreme...
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Tom Lackey
, Born again, semi-retired, short term missionary to Scotland
What is a Christian worldview?
In my opinion, a Christian worldview is determined by and characterized by a belief that the Bible is absolutely true. Extremely important are the first...
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by Dickson Ong
Should Christians attend a funeral of someone of another faith?
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Thanks for the good pointer to the Bible verse and the perspective to it. I am referring to my parent being on a different faith. My Dad's days are numbered...
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by Barbara Wallace
Why does God create people when He knows they are going to go to hell?
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Joshua 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve YEHOVAH, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the elohim which your fathers served that were on...
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gord chevy
What does it mean to pray in Jesus' name?
What does it mean to pray in Jesus' name? It is simply and only an acknowledgement that only reborn believers can approach the throne of God. In other words,...
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Katie Musser
How do I open the door of my heart to let Jesus in?
Let me start by saying I am not theological scholar or Bible teacher but I do believe I have the gift of encouragement and have a passion to share the gospel...
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by Elizabeth Clevenger
Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?
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The Bible states that it's the EVIDENCE of the holy ghost. And if you don't have the EVIDENCE of something then you don't have it. I mean I can say I'm a...
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by Brian Ansell
, Retired school teacher, now sell homemprovements i
Why is corporate worship important?
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If god exists and is everywhere, then anyone who wants to speak with god can do so at any time and any place. Places of worship are for people who wish to...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How does God see me in Christ?
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John 6:37 All that the Father giveth me, will come to me, and all that come to me I will in no wise cast out. John 6:39 Jesus has never lost one. Once we...
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is the meaning of, "We are gods" in John 10:34?
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Every person belongs to God’s human family and he is their Father. However, only those people who come to faith in Jesus are born again and become adopted...
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
What is the meaning of, "We are gods" in John 10:34?
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Cindy, In the story of the Prodigal Son, the one who rebelled against his father was still his son. All human beings have rebelled against God, their Father....
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Michael Davis
, Former Baptist Pastor now Catholic, lover of the poor
Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?
I am a Catholic. And the honest answer is Yes, Catholics are guilty of worshipping idols. Often, I worry about finances, putting worldly goods ahead of...
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What should we learn from the tribe of Dan?
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What is the significance of the Greek Empire in biblical history?
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Jonathon Kerkhoff
What does it mean to render your heart and not your garment?
I agree with Galen's answer. Sadly, since mankind has not changed in the millennia since this was written the issues of Joel's day to this day are still the...
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by Vattachal-Vadakketil Thomas John alias V T John
, Rtd Joint.Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala. India
Why did God require animal sacrifices in the Old Testament?
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I refer to the statement of Rev Houdmann in his write up (quote) When Adam and Eve sinned, animals were killed by God to provide clothing for them (Genesis...
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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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Grant, All human beings are God's creation but not all human beings are sons and daughters of God. That implies being adopted into the family of God and...
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by Vattachal-Vadakketil Thomas John alias V T John
, Rtd Joint.Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala. India
Why did Jesus tell Peter to 'feed my sheep' in John 21?
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Each time Peter declared his love for our Lord, He (our Lord) entrusted with him (Peter) one responsibility each; these three responsibilities are different...
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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 meaning of BC and AD (B.C. and A.D.)?
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We can say very well BCE is Before Christian Era and CE is Christian Era. When they say BCE is Before Common Era and CE is Common Era they have to explain...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why does the Catholic Church pray to Mother Mary?
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A harlot is a prostitute. Mary, the mother of Jesus, was not a prostitute. She had absolutely nothing to do with people praying to her. She never claimed she...
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why is corporate worship important?
Corporate worship does not necessarily mean attending an organized church. If one is in a regular fellowship of believers in someone's home, that satisfies a...