What is the difference between hope and faith?
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They really go hand in hand... to have faith is truly believing that something exists, without a doubt (God), even though there is no physical proof.... and...
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by Gregory Tomlinson
, Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate
If the penalty for our sins is eternity in Hell, how did Jesus' death pay our penalty if He did not spend eternity in Hell?
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Pss.16 [10] For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. I cannot find hades mentioned here I always...
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by Gregory Tomlinson
, Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate
If the penalty for our sins is eternity in Hell, how did Jesus' death pay our penalty if He did not spend eternity in Hell?
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it would seem many of your quotes refer to the body not the soul
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the difference between hope and faith?
As Hebrews 11:1 puts it, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." Hope is a wish or desire. Faith gives...
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Wanda Anthony
What is the difference between hope and faith?
1 Corinthians 13:13
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Why do Christians try to impose their values on others?
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John, Yes, America WAS established based upon Christian values. The Pilgrims fled England due to religious persecution and came to America where freedom of...
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What is the Hebrew Roots movement?
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Aurel Gheorghe
Why would Jesus tell the criminal, "...today you will be with Me in Paradise," when Jesus Himself ascended 40 days later?
Reading Luke 23:42-43 it seems that Jesus is telling the thief that on that very day, both of them will be in heaven together. However, three days later, in...
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by Rich Hazeltine
What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to turn the other cheek?
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Regarding pacifism. It could be that what Jesus bought to the world is more radical than not responding in like manner. He demonstrated how radical in dying...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why would Jesus tell the criminal, "...today you will be with Me in Paradise," when Jesus Himself ascended 40 days later?
Some denominations that do not subscribe to a belief in an immediate post-death existence of the soul prior to the resurrection of the body at the close of...
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by Rich Hazeltine
What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to love our enemies?
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The inference of this love for enemies would be a willingness to give up ones life for the enemies sake. Who would do that? Of course He did. So would I be...
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, Retired
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by Jason Ikeme
What does the Bible say about burnout?
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Thanks Michael for the wise response and recommendations. It is a wake up call for me. I work in a hospital and do take up a lot of responsibilities in...
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by Chris Heier
, Retired, living in Mexico and Arizona
What does the Bible say about ambition?
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Thank you Michael, always spot on. James thank you for further insight, ambition is good as long as it is Christ like. Christ was zealous as was Paul, we...
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Is creationism scientific?
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Aurel Gheorghe
Is Judas Iscariot in Heaven or Hell?
The short answer is neither - Judas is not in hell or heaven. There is no Bible text indicating that he repented, that he asked for forgiveness or that he...
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Rich Hazeltine
Who will occupy the Millennial Kingdom?
Some of us believe as Peter did (Acts: 2: 16: "But this is what has been spoken through the prophet Joel: 'In the last days I will pour out my Spirit on all...
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by Rich Hazeltine
Who is the false prophet of the end times?
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Could it be that the first beast, being from the sea indicates the nations and the second, from the earth indicates an Israeli?
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
What does it mean to be absent from the body?
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Albert, Not sure why you are referencing 1 Cor 13. This chapter has nothing to do with the soul moving on into eternity when the physical body dies. 2 Cor 5...
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by Gregory Tomlinson
, Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate
When you sin, is it true that you don't need to ask for forgiveness because Jesus already nailed your sin to the cross?
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The ongoing Sanctifications process I speak of is the perfecting of the saints; the blood of Jesus was sufficient for all our sin and is the perfect blood...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What values does a Christian family hold? (Joshua 24:15)
I think that, with respect to the question being asked, the wording of the cited verse from Joshua (Joshua 24:15) leaves out the most important part of the...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is liberal Christian theology?
Liberal theology says, their is more than one way to be saved. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life, no one comes to the father but by me....
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by Albert Ogier
What does it mean to be absent from the body?
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1 Corinthians 13 Paul talks about being absent from them but speaking as if he was present. This has nothing to do with being dead.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What values does a Christian family hold? (Joshua 24:15)
What values does a Christian family hold? (Joshua 24:15) -- 15 But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom yo...
Joshua 24:23
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by Trish Whitehouse
Is there a scriptural difference in age limitation for a man and woman to be married?
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The most important thing in any decision, large or small is that you are in the will of God. The question that is more important is whether or not it shows...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Is Judas Iscariot in Heaven or Hell?
In his "high-priestly prayer" to God the Father recorded in John 17, Jesus Himself said specifically that none of the apostles had been lost, except for...
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by Trish Whitehouse
When you sin, is it true that you don't need to ask for forgiveness because Jesus already nailed your sin to the cross?
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Ongoing repentance is needed for spiritual life, and to further our intimacy with Christ and others. Our sin nature, as you said, is not done away with until...
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by Derek Blake
, 45 Years a Christian, ex-aerospace engineer, now in Cornwall
How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?
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Ainsley, I agree, it is sad, but many people in the related sciences deny creation because of pressure from their piers and employers. The guy at California...
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by Derek Blake
, 45 Years a Christian, ex-aerospace engineer, now in Cornwall
How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?
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John, I agree that we will never be perfect on this Earth, until we receive our resurrection bodies, just as Jesus did, and inhabit the New Earth. Let's look...
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Lilybrian Obogro
, Student
Is Judas Iscariot in Heaven or Hell?
Based on the fact that Galatians 3:13 says that: “Cursed is everyone who hanged on a tree.” Then comes the question: Is Judas Iscariot in Heaven or Hell? W...
Galatians 3:13
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Myron Robertson
, Seeking God's heart
What is the book of Jasher and should it be in the Bible?
The book of Jasher is mentioned in the Bible twice, as something the readers should be familiar with, but then so are the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?
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Jennifer thanks for your response. I think we are in agreement that the tithe is not compelled on the church. What we do not appear to agree on is whether...
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Jay Saunders
What does it mean that women are the 'weaker vessel'?
Let's look at the most general purpose of the woman's role in the family unit. She is the most nurturing parent. She is ruled more by emotion than a man....
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by ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?
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I do understand what the fall is all about. The question is focused on how evolutionary thought can influence one's Christian walk. I have addressed this by...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?
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Derek, we will never be perfect in this world and a belief in Jesus Christ will not change that. But God forgives the true believer so that once dead, our...
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by Aurel Gheorghe
What does the Bible say about fun and entertainment?
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Colossians 2:16 must be examined within its context, which includes the surrounding verses, and even Paul’s other writings. Here, Paul is confronting a...
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What is the origin of the peace sign?
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?
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But the main reason offerings are encourages is because they are *also* encouraged by Jesus, were taken up by the early church for relief efforts to other...
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?
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Tithing under the Jewish law could not have continued in the Christian church. - The first/primary tithe was set up to be a source of goods and incomes for...
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Why is waiting on God so difficult?
Waiting on God, trusting and obeying Him go together. All through the Bible we read of people who had to wait on God. Job, David, Abraham, Samuel, etc. And...
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What does 'Many are called but few are chosen' in Matthew 22:14 mean?
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Should Christians try to force the kingdom on others?
When one sees how another conducts themself, living their life by example, they will be curious of what fuels that persons character in this life. Be that...
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by Derek Blake
, 45 Years a Christian, ex-aerospace engineer, now in Cornwall
How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?
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You don't seem to understand what the fall is all about John, Romans 5:12 says: "Therefore, just as sin came into the world through one man (Adam), and death...
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by STANLEY S. DRANE
How can I be saved?
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I'm glad you asked. To be saved, you must first, admit that you've been a sinner, then confess and repent of all thy sins, and the Lord will not only save...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What should we learn from the walls of Jericho falling down?
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I have to disagree that obedience is evidence of faith. lots of people obey Gods laws, but have never received the free gift of salvation by grace. The only...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?
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Myron, this is a balanced reflection of biblical truth. I support your rationale.
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?
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I agree that tithing is not imposed on the Christian. No one is compelled to tithe or even to serve God. Tithing is not a salvation issue. However, there is...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the significance of the salt and new bowl used by Elisha in healing the bitter water and barren land?
In my opinion, the employment of a new bowl (rather than one that had been previously used) was indicative of the holy, consecrated use that was to be made...