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  1. Does God ever destroy a soul?
  2. How does Psalm 71 encourage someone who’s getting older and still facing hard things?
  3. Why did the Sovereign Lord say “as surely as I live“ when He is immortal?
  4. Is it biblical to have a service of remembrance and to light candles in the memory of loved ones?
  5. How can we guard our hearts from becoming self-righteous or judgmental like Pharisees?
  6. Who was Barnabas in the Bible?
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Answer by 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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Comment 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...

September 13 2018

Answer by 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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Comment 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...

September 13 2018

Comment 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...

September 13 2018

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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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Answer by 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...

September 12 2018 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment 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...

September 12 2018

Comment 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...

September 12 2018

Comment 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'...

September 12 2018

Comment 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...

September 12 2018

Comment 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...

September 12 2018

Answer by 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...

September 12 2018 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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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Comment 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...

September 12 2018

Answer by 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...

September 12 2018 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment 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’?

September 12 2018

Answer by 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...

September 12 2018 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jay Saunders

What is Spiritism?

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Spiritism comes in many forms and labels. They may or may not include the bible but most of the time they shy away from the wisdom and knowledge of the...

September 12 2018

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What does it mean to be crucified with Christ?

September 12 2018

Comment by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

What are the different forms of biblical literature?

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As stated in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, God breathed the words of scripture. The only scripture known by the author, presumably Paul, when 2 Timothy was written - c....

September 12 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why can't I stop sinning?

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Paul talked about his struggle with sin in the flesh in Romans 7. But talked about how nothing could separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. And...

September 12 2018

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

Is it true that everything happens for a reason?

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John, See 2 Cor 5:9-10. Each one of us has been given spiritual gifts and we will be rewarded depending upon how we have used them. Every believer is saved;...

September 12 2018

Question by VALERIE Bridges

Who does the "us" refer to in Genesis 1:26?

Genesis 1:26

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Comment by STANLEY S. DRANE

What does it mean that Jesus is the Son of God?

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He (Jesus) was crucified, mistreated, whipped (39times), He died on the cross, for the sins of the universe, that as saints, have a right to the tree of...

September 12 2018

Comment by Mark Williams

What does it mean, "You will heap burning coals on his head" in Romans 12:20?

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Back in bible days fire was very important to daily life. Often if your fire went out people would go to a neighbors to get a bunch of coals (embers) to...

September 11 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is moral absolutism?

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Romans 3:23 Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith, and not by the deeds of the law. The law is the knowledge of sin, to bring us to Christ...

September 11 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is moral absolutism?

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None of us could ever live up to Gods perfect Holyness, That is why we have to have His to be saved. Romans 4:6. When we believe the gospel, First...

September 11 2018

Question by Anonymous
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Is it ok to minister with an online ordination?

Are online ordinations sufficient for ministering?

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What does it mean that we are fearfully and wonderfully made?

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What is the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares?

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Should a Christian watch scary movies/horror movies?

September 11 2018

Answer by holly coffay

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?

I’m answering in reference to the Catholic and Presbyterian ways of adding or splitting the Ten Commandments. I feel that God specifically gave Noah what HE...

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Answer by Michael Morgan , Child of God saved by Grace

Why can't I stop sinning?

In reviewing the previous responses to this, I pray mine is unique, yet it is grounded in those given, and of course grounded in Scripture. First, our idea...

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What is Judaism and what do Jews believe?

September 11 2018

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Why do these Scriptures indicate that God intends to leave us alone at some point?

Although I can understand the questioner's perspective, I would say that, in these verses, what is being emphasized is not a plan on God's part to leave at...

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Comment by holly coffay

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’m answering in reference to the Catholic and Presbyterian ways of adding or splitting the Ten Commandments. God specifically gave Noah what HE wanted to be...

September 11 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What is the key to witnessing to Muslims?

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I agree with you John. The question presumes that witnessing to muslims is somehow a different experience than witnessing to others. Islam is just a...

September 11 2018

Answer by Vattachal-Vadakketil Thomas John alias V T John , Rtd Joint.Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala. India

Why does Acts 9:7 say that those traveling with Paul heard a voice, but Acts 22:9 says that they heard no voice?

The words in Acts 9:7 are the words of St Luke.while the words in Acts 22:9 are the words of St Paul. The former verse is to be taken as biographical words...

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Answer by Roger Young

What does the Bible say about Creation vs. evolution?

Although a basic reading of Genesis chapter 1 seems to say that everything came into existence, including mankind, in six 24 hour days, it has always...

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Answer by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

Should Christians attend a funeral of someone of another faith?

Colossians 3:14, 17, "Over all these clothes put on love, the perfect bond....and whatever you say or do, let it be in the name of the Lord Jesus, in...

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Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Should Christians attend a funeral of someone of another faith?

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I understand Tim. If I was at the funeral of a person of another faith and someone wanted to know what I believe about anything but grief I'd politely find a...

September 11 2018