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  1. How can one become a “partaker of the divine nature”?
  2. What does the potter’s work in Jeremiah 18:1-6 teach us about God’s authority over our lives and His ability to reshape us when we go astray?
  3. Does Ezekiel prophesy about an invasion of Egypt by Nebuchadnezzar which never actually took place? Ezekiel 29:17–20
  4. How do we minister unto the Lord?
  5. Why would Pharaoh "console" himself when he saw that his fate was the same as the great nations of the past (Ezekiel 32:31)?
  6. What does the Bible say about Christians and Israel?
  7. What is meant by "the age" or "the ages" in the Bible (Ex: Matthew 28:20, Hebrews 9:26 and Romans 16:25; Ephesians 2:7 and 3:9)?


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Which of the 30,000 Protestant denominations is the true church of God?

June 15 2018

Answer by Esther Carrington

When God flooded the earth, was the Garden of Eden also destroyed?

I think that the Garden of Eden was on the earth from Adam to Noah and the flood. Gen. 3:24 So he drove outH1644 (H853) the man;H120 and he placedH7931 at...

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Answer by Victor Sopeju

What does the Bible say about oral sex?

God created different organs in the human body for different and unique functions. In oral sex, the mouth is being used with the natural sex organ. In God’s...

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What is the connection between prayer and fasting?

June 15 2018

Comment by Billy P Eldred

What is the doctrine of the sufficiency of Scripture? What does it mean that the Bible is sufficient?

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To me there is a danger in ALL man made doctrine. I believe that this is one such. There was a movie made and released in 2002 called "Time Changer" which...

June 15 2018

Comment by Salvador Silva

What is the meaning when Jesus said He gives His own new name to those who endure?

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Aurel… Thank you for your kindness to comments my question and provided all the names of Jesus. However, what I am asking is not about names that tribute for...

June 15 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?

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We not become a Christian by calling ourselves one. We become Christian by believing that Jesus is God in the flesh and He is the only savior. That there is...

June 15 2018

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Is it wrong for a christian to dance to secular music?

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Probably, 1 Corinthians 10:31 which is "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."

June 15 2018

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Do pets / animals go to Heaven? Do pets / animals have souls?

June 13 2018

Comment by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

How does the Cambrian Explosion fit within the framework of young-earth creationism?

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Yes, I'm familiar with Walt Brown's hydroplate theory. If you look closely at the fine print he admits that it would never happen without God's direct...

June 13 2018

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Why is serving God important?

June 13 2018

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

What does the Bible say about torture?

The Bible says, in every case, that torture is a thing to be feared because of the pain it causes. Matthew 24:9, Hebrews 11:35, Hebrews 13:3, Revelation 9:5...

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Answer by Gregory Tomlinson , Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

Matthew 13: [18] Hear ye therefore the parable of the sower. [19] When any one heareth the word of the kingdom, and understandeth it not, then cometh the...

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

Why were infants dashed to pieces?

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Michael, you didn't mention God's commands to kill men, women and children found throughout the Old Testament? Deut. 2:34, Deut. 3:6, 1 Samuel 22:19, etc....

June 13 2018

Comment by Tim Ranck

How does the Cambrian Explosion fit within the framework of young-earth creationism?

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Ok, I’m still not following how the 85miles of combined fossil layers and rapid plate movement are incompatible. Are you familiar with Walt Brown’s...

June 13 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

What is the meaning when Jesus said He gives His own new name to those who endure?

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Jesus has many names in the Scriptures. Here are just a few: Son of Man Son of God Son of Righteousness The Branch The Vine The Root of David The Door The...

June 13 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?

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The Sermon on the Mount clearly shows that only by abiding in Him we have assurance of salvation (Matt 7:17-23). Christ is talking here about saved people...

June 13 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?

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The assurance of salvation for all who once accepted Christ as their Savior, regardless of what they might do or believe from that moment onward is not...

June 13 2018

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Why did God judge the sin of Achan so severely?

June 13 2018

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What does it mean to be "thirsty" in Rev 21:6?

June 13 2018

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What should a Christian wife do if her husband leaves her and refuses to reconcile?

June 13 2018

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Which of the 30,000 Protestant denominations is the true church of God?

June 13 2018

Comment by Len Thies , Bible researcher and author

What is the Charismatic movement?

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As to the origin of the Charismatic Movement, it began 10 days after Jesus ascended into Heaven. The early church was Charismatic and it gradually died out...

June 13 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

When is the right time for marriage?

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My wife was 17 and I was 18 when we got married. That was 59 years ago. I believe it is the responsibility of the husband to keep the romance alive. I still...

June 13 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Where is hell? What is the location of hell?

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Jesus did not go to hell. He told the thief on the cross, "Today you will be with me in paradise." Was Abraham in paradise or in heaven? Jesus did not go...

June 13 2018

Answer by Jyotish Mishra , Saved by grace through faith in JESUS CHRIST.

What does it mean to worship the Lord in spirit and truth?

In His conversation with the Samaritan woman our Lord Jesus mentioned this point: “To worship God in Spirit and in truth." Worship means to fall prostrate...

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Answer by Michael Renoux

How do I quit addiction to alcohol?

I strongly recommend Celebrate Recovery. It is a Bible based 12 step program for recovery where Jesus Christ is our higher power.

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Comment by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

How does the Cambrian Explosion fit within the framework of young-earth creationism?

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85 miles is not found in one place. When you combine all the distinctive deposition layers, they add up to 85 miles. They are all sorted not by size but by...

June 13 2018

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What is the conviction of sin?

June 12 2018

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

Why does this passage referring to Adam and Eve talk about leaving a father and mother if Adam and Eve were the first people on earth?

I agree that neither Adam nor Eve was "born" of both a human father and mother, as everyone since them (except for Christ) has been. However, I think that...

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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?

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Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the GIFT of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace ye are saved,...

June 12 2018

Comment by Tim Ranck

How does the Cambrian Explosion fit within the framework of young-earth creationism?

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85 miles of fossils? Much of the whole crust of earth is only 5 miles thick. Also most think the flood lasted a year or a bit longer.

June 12 2018

Answer by Seamus Pettit

How do I quit addiction to alcohol?

Please join an AA GROUP that is based on the original teachings of bill. Only GOD can lift this burden from you. He is and always will be your Higher Power...

June 12 2018 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Nicky Homann

Should a Christian continue spanking his/her children if it is illegal?

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My personal opinion is that the rod mentioned in the Bible is the "rod of discipline/ correction." I don't think we can teach children not to use hitting to...

June 12 2018

Question by Mogobo Kgomo

Why does this passage referring to Adam and Eve talk about leaving a father and mother if Adam and Eve were the first people on earth?

24 f Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and g be 3 joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.

Genesis 2:23 - 24

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What are the most common things people think are in the Bible that are not actually in the Bible?

June 12 2018

Comment by Janet Austin , Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author

How can I discover my purpose in life?

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Grant, I especially love your "In conclusion" paragraph! Your entire answer is wonderful. Thank you!

June 12 2018

Question by Godwin Ogagaoghene

How do I quit addiction to alcohol?

Ephesians 5:18

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Answer by Chuck Cooper , Owner/Host of "It's A God Thing!" online radio ministry.

What is the key to making marriage last?

We have endured the numerous, typical ups and downs of marriage for almost 56 years! Why? 1. We made a vow to God to honor, serve, obey each other until...

June 12 2018 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Olusegun Afolabi

What is wisdom? What is the difference between wisdom and knowledge?

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WISDOM, is seen when knowledge is expressed. They are both required, and necessary in our daily Christians Life, Proverbs 2:6, "For the Lord gives wisdom,...

June 12 2018

Answer by Myron Robertson , Seeking God's heart

What is Pentecost Sunday?

Any answer which ignores the Old Testament roots of this day is incomplete at best. Pentecost means the 50th and is the 50th day after the wave sheaf...

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Comment by Serena Holland

Is observing the Ten Commandments more important than observing commands in other parts of the Bible?

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Are we as Christians required to hold ourselves to all of the law (not engaging in sexual immorality, homosexuality, and other laws that society has deemed...

June 12 2018

Comment by Salvador Silva

What is the meaning when Jesus said He gives His own new name to those who endure?

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Revelation 3:12: The victor I will make into a pillar in the temple of my God, and he will never leave it again. On him I will inscribe the name of my God...

June 12 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?

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There is no significant language difference between ESV and KJV translation of 1 John 3:9, (ESV translation is hyperlinked for all Bible texts cited on this...

June 12 2018

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

What does the Bible say about angels?

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The late Billy Graham wrote a book about angels entitled "Angels: God's Secret Agents". (I don't know whether it's still in print in hard copy or not, but I...

June 11 2018

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How can I discover my purpose in life?

June 11 2018

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Does God promise to not give us more than we can handle?

June 11 2018

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Why do so many of us still struggle with temptation and desires to sin if we're not controlled by our sinful nature anymore?

June 11 2018

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Why do so many of us still struggle with temptation and desires to sin if we're not controlled by our sinful nature anymore?

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