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What is the purpose of Jesus interceding for us in Heaven?

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What are the biblical principles for solid decision-making?

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What is the doctrine of eternal security?

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What does the Bible say about Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depression?

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What is libertinism? What is a libertine?

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What does it really mean by "God chose us before the foundation of the world to be holy"?

April 11 2018

Answer by Paul Plumb

Why did the demons ask to be cast into the herd of pigs, and why did the pigs then run into the water to be drowned?

The possession of a physical body is an eternal privilege and a blessing. The righteous decision to accept the plan of God the Father and come into this...

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Comment by Robert Broyles

Are we born sinful?

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We are all born indwelt with iniquity. That word implies that we are born "bent-to-self" or selfish. Because we are born without God's Spirit in our spirit...

April 11 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

What does it mean in Gal 3:13 that the believer has been redeemed from the curse of the law?

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Robert, I believe Paul in Galatians is talking about the Ceremonial Law, not the Ten Commandments (TC) – and here is why I say this. In Galatians 3:10, Paul...

April 11 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

What does it mean in Gal 3:13 that the believer has been redeemed from the curse of the law?

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Robert, I appreciate your thoughtful comments regarding Christ dying the 2nd death – however, I stand by my previous statements. And one final thought on...

April 11 2018

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

How should a Christian view gun control?

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So far in 2018 London's murder rate has surpassed that of New York City, forcing it's Muslim Mayor Sadiq Khan into action trying to stop it. Police will...

April 11 2018

Comment by Robert Broyles

What does it mean in Gal 3:13 that the believer has been redeemed from the curse of the law?

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Aurel, you asked, "what law is Paul talking in Galatians? The Ten Commandments - or the ceremonial law (Moses' law)?" Let's look at the immediate context: “...

April 11 2018

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

Is there any power in positive thinking?

The “power of positive thinking” can be negative or positive. Negative: When one uses the “power in positive thinking” in a manner that boasts that they...

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Comment by Billy P Eldred

Paul tells us that "One died for all, therefore all died." How did we die "in Christ" almost 2,000 year ago?

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Which brings us back to where we started. Semantics. In a flash.

April 11 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can I detect a false conversion?

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Jesus said, few their be that find it. You can see all these false teachers on you-tube. I can just begin to watch one of them, and tell right away by what...

April 11 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can I detect a false conversion?

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First John 3:9 is confirming our salvation. Whosoever is born of God, doth not commit sin; For His seed, (the Holy Spirit) remaineth in him, and He can not...

April 11 2018

Answer by Kathy King

How can I know for sure that I will go to Heaven when I die?

I firmly believe our spirit goes to heaven. Our earthly, fleshly bodies lie in the grave until the rapture - or the resurrection of the saints. Consider that...

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Comment by Dalia Smith

What is a Christian couple allowed to do in sex?

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Yes. I don’t understand how people can ignore the health issues all for the sake of “being married.” It’s like diseases from these filthy practices won’t...

April 11 2018

Comment by Robert Broyles

What does it mean in Gal 3:13 that the believer has been redeemed from the curse of the law?

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Aurel, you state that "the Scripture never say Christ died the 2nd death - however He died the equivalent of the 2nd death." Please revisit Gal 3:10...“...

April 11 2018

Comment by Robert Broyles

Paul tells us that "One died for all, therefore all died." How did we die "in Christ" almost 2,000 year ago?

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Billy, Let's go to the faith chapter, Hebrews chapter 11 starting with verse 3: "All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not...

April 10 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What are the four spiritual laws?

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I agree with you. I also believe if we just sail through life with no troubles our faith would not grow. And then we have a tendency though our old nature...

April 10 2018

Comment by Edite Wilson

Should Christians celebrate Halloween?

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Hi Elisabeth S, Thank you for your comment on Halloween. I am at present preparing to write and publish an article on Halloween in Portugal for parents and...

April 10 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible say about Christian liberty?

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Everyone has to ask themselves this question to see if you are in the faith, or have believed in vain. Does keeping the law and doing good works save you? If...

April 10 2018

Comment by Terry Gillard , Worship Leader and Engineer

What does the Bible say about the concept of a common law marriage?

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A very clear outline of what marriage is. However, I have been concerned for a while that the Church has surrendered its responsibility of marrying couples...

April 10 2018

Comment by Ni Jay , Researcher into human reasoning

Are the ideas of Jesus and Christianity borrowed from Mithra and Zoroastrianism?

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Dear Jennifer, Thanks for the clarification.

April 10 2018

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What does it mean that we live in a fallen world?

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What should we learn from the life of Noah?

April 10 2018

Comment by Billy P Eldred

Paul tells us that "One died for all, therefore all died." How did we die "in Christ" almost 2,000 year ago?

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Robert, faith is hollow if not backed up by reality, else what is your Faith in? Jesus will fulfill his word. My eternal life is a reality. My debt has been...

April 10 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

Does Matthew 19:17 infer that one can gain heaven by keeping the law?

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Robert, James mentions Rahab to prove his point on works of faith; Paul uses her as an example of faith (Heb. 11:31). Paul emphasizes the faith that made her...

April 10 2018

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

What are the four spiritual laws?

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James, I get what you are saying. I'm sure you couldn't talk about a "wonderful" life to people suffering in third world countries. That is, if you define...

April 10 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

If the penalty for our sins is eternity in Hell, how did Jesus' death pay our penalty if He did not spend eternity in Hell?

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Physical death is not the same as our soul/spirit. Our soul/spirit lives on after physical death. Our soul/spirit never dies. But those of us who are saved...

April 10 2018

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

What does it mean in Gal 3:13 that the believer has been redeemed from the curse of the law?

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Robert, the Scripture never say Christ died the 2nd death - however He died the equivalent of the 2nd death. Also, it would have been impossible for Christ...

April 10 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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First John 3:9 proclaims our salvation. Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for His seed (the Holy Spirit) remaineth in him, and He can not sin,...

April 10 2018

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Are the ideas of Jesus and Christianity borrowed from Mithra and Zoroastrianism?

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Ni Jay, I think he means that the oldest manuscript copies we have are from the 4th century, not that that is when they were written. I agree though,...

April 10 2018

Comment by Ni Jay , Researcher into human reasoning

Are the ideas of Jesus and Christianity borrowed from Mithra and Zoroastrianism?

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Brother Michael, I have just sent this information around to establish that all the manuscripts of the New Testament could not be more than 36 years after...

April 10 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Salvation is a free gift. Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin, is death, (spiritual death) but the GIFT of GOD IS ETERNAL LIFE, through Jesus Christ our Lord....

April 10 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him, should not perish, but have everlasting life. John...

April 10 2018

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

How do we know that the Bible is the Word of God, and not the Apocrypha, the Qur'an, the Book of Mormon, etc.?

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When the Canon was originally put together, it was taken from the Latin Vulgate version, which was a translation from the Greek Septuagint, not the original...

April 10 2018

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What is the Tribulation? Will the Tribulation last seven years?

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Michael Houdmann you said and I quote: "The church will be removed from the earth in an event known as the rapture (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 1 Corinthians...

April 10 2018

Comment by Kieran O'Donnell

Why did the demons ask to be cast into the herd of pigs, and why did the pigs then run into the water to be drowned?

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I think Jesus has even shown patience with the demons here! He didn't completely take away their will, He reasoned with them. If Jesus treats demons this...

April 10 2018

Answer by Steve Hertz

What is the significance of the symbols used for Christ in Rev. 2:18, the "eyes like flames of fire" and "feet like polished bronze"?

My opinion is that God is said to be a consuming fire. Jesus being the Son of God would also have this characteristic. Fire, the apostle PAUL said is also...

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Does the Bible record the death of the apostles? How did each of the apostles die?

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What is the Presbyterian Church, and what do Presbyterians believe?

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Does God killing people make Him a murderer?

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What is postmillennialism?

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What is Bibliology?

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Why did God allow Satan and the demons to sin?

April 09 2018

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

What are the mainline denominations?

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The United Methodist Church forbids homosexual clergy. Please do not lump all "mainline" denominations together, for they are very different in doctrine.

April 09 2018

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

How can I best reach my non-Christian family members with the gospel?

It is not always easy to share the Gospel with non believers, especially when they are member of your own family. Sometimes when we engage in doctrinal...

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