What does it mean to dress modestly?
Dressing is the act of wearing clothes, especially for public appearance. Therefore it is important to dress appropriately for dignity. Hebrews 13:7,...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is biblical theology?
We need to remember there are different dispensations in the bible. God deals with different people differently. We who are in the church age, the age grace...
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Aurel Gheorghe
Why was Moses punished so harshly? (Numbers 20:12)
Moses did have a problem with his temper. Earlier in his life he lost his temper and killed an Egyptian (Ex 2:12). Now Moses, because of his temper, he lost...
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Aurel Gheorghe
When Jesus said, "But you say 'Whoever says to his father or mother, "Whatever profit you might have received from me is a gift to God,"'" was He talking about monetary gain or spiritual gain?
Jesus was talking here about financial affairs. During this encounter (Matt. 15:1-20; Mark 7:1-13), the Pharisees questioned Jesus about a man-made tradition...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
When Jesus said, "But you say 'Whoever says to his father or mother, "Whatever profit you might have received from me is a gift to God,"'" was He talking about monetary gain or spiritual gain?
In my opinion, Jesus was speaking of material wealth or possessions that could (and should, according to the commandment to honor one's father and mother)...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why was Moses punished so harshly? (Numbers 20:12)
Even though Moses was spoken of very favorably as someone with whom God spoke face to face (as one would with a friend) (Exodus 33:11), there remained a...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why was the Lord so angry about the people’s complaints? (Numbers 11:1)
The Bible describes God as merciful and slow to anger (Psalm 103:8), which are both true. When He became angry with His own chosen people in the wilderness,...
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How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?
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How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?
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Why is the real presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper such a controversial issue?
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As a follower of Christ you need to believe ALL the scripture. Christ said 'This is my body' not a symbol of my body. He told us to eat his body and drink...
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What is Euthyphro's Dilemma?
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Should Christians celebrate Passover?
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Ariel, You are correct in much of what you say. There is no question whatsoever that the early church celebrated 'passover' as you say, and the verse you...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is biblical theology?
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Galatians 1:7-9 Though we or an angel from heaven preach any other gospel unto you, than that which we have preached unto you let them be accused. As we...
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Frederick Thomas
, Rom 3:4 ...let God be true...
Is it wrong to feel someone is disturbing me by praying out loudly, for example at 4am?
The question seems to be asking for reason of fear for God's word. One the one end you scared to voice your opinion on something that appears godly but in...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is evidence of the Holy Spirit?
The evidence of the Holy Spirit is written in scripture. We receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit when we believe the gospel of our salvation. First...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can I discover my purpose in life?
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Really good Tim. God brought me through several different things to learn from which always led to something more. I ended up my last 26 years using the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about dealing with difficult people?
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The thing is, we do not know whether a person is saved or not. We have no way of knowing whether a person is trusting in their works, or doing good works...
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Paul Castellanos
Is Luke 16:19-31 a parable or an account of events that actually occurred?
I am a lay person and new to eBible. I am a Ruling Elder in my church and a student of the Bible. Luke was a physician as am I. He was an expositor of great...
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Should Christians celebrate Passover?
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the difference between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Heaven?
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I see the Kingdom of Heaven as being within the Kingdom of God. It is all God's!
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why was Moses punished so harshly? (Numbers 20:12)
12 But the Lord said to Moses and Aaron, “Because you did not trust in me enough to honor me as holy in the sight of the Israelites, you will not bring this ...
Numbers 20:12 - 13
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by Laurie Johnson
What is Christadelphianism, and what do Christadelphians believe?
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If they believe that man does not have an immortal soul, death is unconsciousness or annihilation, and heaven and hell are myths..... Then, why believe...
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by Tim Darden
, Retired from corporate America
What is the correct interpretation of John 20:23?
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I often wondered about the reference to forgive 7 times 70, or 490 times. I do not think we get a "pass" when, or if, we ever get to number 491. Neither do I...
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by James Fehr
, I'm a farmer
Should Christians celebrate Passover?
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I'm just wondering why you write everything in English but not Jesus?
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by Meghan Morse
Was Saint Peter the first Pope?
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As Ravi Zacharias says, it's possible to be a good Christian and a bad Catholic. I am one of these people- I was raised Catholic but I don't subscribe to...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does 'blessed are the peacemakers' mean?
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First John 3:9 Whosoever is born of God, doeth not commit sin, for His seed, (the Holy Spirit) remaineth in HIm, and HE, (the Holy Spirit ) cannot sin...
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by Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
What should be our response as Christians when people say that 'gay marriage is ok as long as it doesn't affect me personally?'
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The First Amendment has been held to protect freedom of association, but with freedom of association must also logically come freedom FROM association. It is...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass until all these things take place"?
Jesus said this generation will not pass away until all be fulfilled. When Israel came back into their land in 1948, it had been prophesied that this would...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Miriam and Aaron become opposed to Moses’ Cushite wife? (Numbers 12:1)
Numbers 12 New International Version (NIV) Miriam and Aaron Oppose Moses 12 Miriam(A) and Aaron began to talk against Moses because of his Cushite wife,...
Numbers 12:1
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why was the Lord so angry about the people’s complaints? (Numbers 11:1)
Numbers 11 New International Version (NIV) Fire From the Lord 11 Now the people complained(A) about their hardships in the hearing of the Lord,(B) and ...
Numbers 11:1
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Under the Israelite law, why were people with skin disease prevented from combing their hair?
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Good answer, Tim! I agree with you, now.
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by Stephen Bostwick
Will there be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture?
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Great job explaining about the pre-tribulation myth. Pre-trib believers get hung up on the tribulation being GOD's wrath when it has nothing to do with GOD's...
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Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
Why did Jesus teach in parables?
Why did Jesus teach in parables? In my opinion, I do not believe that Jesus spoke in parables to make the gospel message more understandable to everyone. The...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What are Pelagianism and Semi-Pelagianism?
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John 12:32 I, if I be lifted up will draw all men to me. First John 2:2 And He is the propitiation for our sins, and not ours only but for the sins of the...
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by Jerry Tate
How can Christians be sensitive to Muslim/Islamic culture?
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The consensus appears to be “exercise caution”, not isolation or condemnation, when dealing with false religions. Paul says as much in II Cor. 6:14 “...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What are Pelagianism and Semi-Pelagianism?
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We are all sinners. If we could live without sin, then Jesus died in vain. The good news is Jesus paid our sin debt in full, so we would not have to go to...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What are Pelagianism and Semi-Pelagianism?
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Lets take Calvinism first. 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. First Timothy...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
What should Christian parents do if they have a prodigal son (or daughter)?
My answer is unique in that I'm a prodigal daughter. I was raised in a semi-Christian home. (Mother was Christian, Father was working alcoholic) I was...
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by Rotimi EWEDEMI
, Very keen Bible Researcher
Is Jesus the only way to heaven?
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The following scriptures are helpful to make above points clearer: And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never...
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by Rotimi EWEDEMI
, Very keen Bible Researcher
Is Jesus the only way to heaven?
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Good quotes these are. But we should not read them in isolation. John 14:1-4 should be read along with Luke 12:32. Fear not, little flock; for it is your...
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How can I stop judging others?
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Who was Saint Patrick and why do we celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
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What does the Bible say about cavemen, prehistoric men, neanderthals?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does the Hebrews 10:26 mean concerning 'willful sin?'
To me, the passage that is most applicable to the situation described is 1 John 1:8-10. All Christians continue to sin, even after coming to Christ. This...
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Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?
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Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
Is there any conclusive proof of God?
Is there any conclusive proof of God? I have dealt with this question before using the DNA Code and Quantum Consciousness as strong inferences, if not...
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Sharon Ray
, A Child of the Great "I AM"
If we sin willfully and harden our hearts after being saved does this mean we won't go to Heaven?
I was saved in the early 80’s. Divorced my unfaithful husband and started living with a man before the divorce was final. I felt the conviction then, but aft...
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