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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Bonnie Agudelo
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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Skip O'Rourke
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...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did the daughters claim a right to land? (Joshua 17:4)
As noted in Joshua 17:4, the daughters of Zelophehad were "following up" on the request that they had previously made of Moses (when he had still been alive)...
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by Chris Heier
, Retired, living in Mexico and Arizona
Do I need to be baptized again as an adult if I was baptized in a Catholic church as a baby?
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Carolyn do not worry, none of us are worthy. But Christ died for our sins so that if we believe in Christ's saving blood he makes us worthy. That little...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why did God command the extermination of the Canaanites, women and children included?
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If my understanding of scripture is right, the children of those wicked nations that were killed before the age of accountability would have been saved. If...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How are people destroyed from a lack of knowledge?
There are two salvations mentioned in the bible. One is salvation by grace by believing in Jesus for salvation. John 6:47 Verily, verily, I say unto you, he...
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Ernest Pearson
How can I reconcile my understanding of God and salvation with predestination?
Predestination is what God has already called us to, and we can relate to this by taking hold of the past tense of God's promises. Example: while God has...
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Ernest Pearson
Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
The bible says many people perish for a lack of knowledge. If we as Christians knew the blessings of God, we would be enjoying and walking in the promises of...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why do Christians try to impose their values on others?
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Cindy, I don't understand your comment. I am a Christian and have a strong relationship with Jesus Christ. I believe that abortion is a horrible form of...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about fun and entertainment?
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Colossians 2:16 Let no man, therefore, judge you in food or in drink, or in respect of a feast day, or of the new moon, or of a sabbath day. I believe we...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How can I reconcile my understanding of God and salvation with predestination?
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God has made the way of salvation open to everyone. John 3:16 And He wants everyone to be saved. First Timothy 2:4, and He died for the sins of the whole...
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Jay Saunders
How can I overcome doubt in my relationship with God?
A big obstacle for many of us is our earthly parents. Some of us have had parents that could be totally trusted to be there for us through thick and thin....
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did the daughters claim a right to land? (Joshua 17:4)
Why did the daughters claim a right to land? (Joshua 17:3-4)-- 3 But (H)Zelophehad the son of Hepher, the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manas...
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by Gerritt Schuitema
, Persecutor & Mocker transformed to Faithful Believer
Is creationism scientific?
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Check out the ‘reasons to believe’ ministry. Founded by a Christian astrophycist, RTB is a Christian, scientific think tank dedicated to the harmony of...
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Derek Blake
, 45 Years a Christian, ex-aerospace engineer, now in Cornwall
What is Old Earth Creationism?
As others have said, Old Earth Creationism is the belief that God created 'everything' over a much longer period than the six standard days. There is,...
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Darryl Seay
When you sin, is it true that you don't need to ask for forgiveness because Jesus already nailed your sin to the cross?
I submit that we must confess our sins and repent (turn away) of them (James 5:16, 1John 1:9, and Romans 6:13). However the work of forgiveness was secured...
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by DJ Field
, Minister of the Gospel
What does it mean that Jesus is the second Adam?
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JH Newman (1801-1890) did not originate the phrase 'the second Adam.' It was, in fact, originated by Joseph Hart (1712-1768) an 18th-century Calvinist...
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by Nicholas Ayah
Is there a scriptural difference in age limitation for a man and woman to be married?
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When Eve was given to Adam, she was created from his rib and Adam had reached the age of realization of loneliness as of different sex. God could have...
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kenny lamm
When you sin, is it true that you don't need to ask for forgiveness because Jesus already nailed your sin to the cross?
First off, I’m a newby to the forum. Wanted to acknowledge Grant, Gregory and Tim, it is already worth the trip; great answers very well stated. It’s...
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by Serge Botans
Why should I retire at 67 when retirement is not in the Bible?
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My first thought when I read the question was: there is no mention of electricity in the Bible, there is no mention of the Internet, there is no mention of...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Is creationism scientific?
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Faith in God is the basis of creationism, which, in turn, explains the beginning of the universe, etc. I accept that God created the universe. I also accept...
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by Andrew Osakue
, Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader
Where was Joseph when Jesus was an adult?
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Thanks Cindy. I agree with you completely after reading articles on the five Jameses in the N.T and the six Maryes of the N.T. I have never imagined that...
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Nneka Ugwu
When you sin, is it true that you don't need to ask for forgiveness because Jesus already nailed your sin to the cross?
If we [freely] admit that we have sinned and confess our sins, He is faithful and just [true to His own nature and promises], and will forgive our sins and...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why should I retire at 67 when retirement is not in the Bible?
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There are certain jobs that require physical abilities that we run out of at a certain age. It is different for different people. Air line pilots have to be...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
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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Since we are washed in the blood of the lamb, we can never be condemned. God has forgiven us all trespasses. So we do not ask for forgiveness of sin. We...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
When you sin, is it true that you don't need to ask for forgiveness because Jesus already nailed your sin to the cross?
First John 1:9 says, we are to confess our sins to stay in fellowship with our heavenly Father. Since all of our sins are paid for, we can no longer be...
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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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An atheistic professor recently once stated words to the effect: Now biology has shown there was no Adam and Eve which means there was no original sin and...
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by Mark Labriola
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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Yes, if all sin was paid for on the cross thanksgivings for our forgiveness is all we need to offer up when we fall. Our flesh falls not our new man. 1John...
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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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Jesus did not die to make us perfect; far from it. Jesus sacrificed Himself so that we could have grace and forgiveness for the sins we commit. He died for...
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