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Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

How can I forgive myself?

The issue of forgiveness begins with God. You see, he defined what sin was when he gave us the Ten Commandments. Then he told the Israelites how they could...

June 09 2018 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

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?

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Great answer. I would add that the Mosaic law was quite clear that God expected to receive the tithe from the Israelites to fulfil their financial commitment...

June 09 2018

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

How can I discover my purpose in life?

God says in the Bible that he created human beings (Gen 1:26-27). It also says that God has plans for our lives (Jer 29:11), that his will for us is “good...

June 09 2018 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is Jesus the only way to heaven?

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All we have to do to be saved is believe the gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4. That Christ died for our sins, was buried and rose again on the third day...

June 09 2018

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What is the gospel of inclusion?

June 09 2018

Answer by Matthew Andrew

Is Jesus the only way to heaven?

John 14:6 is the reference place the Holy Spirit in me tells me to send and reference any/everyone who would ask this question. It is clearly stated, JESUS...

June 08 2018 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the Urantia book?

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The Urantia Book is not meant or proposed to be a religious document. In fact, the book states that it is not intended to be used for such purposes. It does...

June 08 2018

Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

Was Saint Peter the first Pope?

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Meghan, Jesus said in Matthew 16:18 ‘I will build my church’ therefore Peter did not build it. Jesus is the founder of the church and no one else (Ephesians...

June 08 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is evidence of the Holy Spirit?

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Notice the difference between the KJV of First John 3:9 and the version that comes up when you put your cursor on it. It has a whole different meaning. That...

June 08 2018

Answer by Dorothy Mathieson

Do Christians believe in three gods?

At Sunday School, I learned in the Bible, how we humans were formed. “In the beginning....”Genesis 1:1-31. But the most important part being Genesis 1:26-28....

June 08 2018 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Olusegun Afolabi

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,...

June 08 2018 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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)...

June 08 2018 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 1 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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,...

June 08 2018 Follow Vote Up

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How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?

June 08 2018

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June 08 2018

Comment by Stephen Charsky

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...

June 08 2018

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What is Euthyphro's Dilemma?

June 08 2018

Comment by David P. Larsen

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...

June 08 2018

Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 3 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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June 08 2018

Comment 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!

June 08 2018

Question by 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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Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Question by Carl Buckalew

How can I forgive myself?

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Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Comment 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?

June 08 2018

Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Comment 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...

June 08 2018

Answer by 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...

June 08 2018 2 Comments 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by 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

June 08 2018 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by 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

June 08 2018 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment 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...

June 07 2018

Answer by 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...

June 07 2018 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment 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...

June 07 2018

Comment 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 “...

June 07 2018

Comment 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...

June 07 2018

Comment 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...

June 07 2018

Answer by 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...

June 07 2018 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up