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Comment by David Huffman

What day is the Sabbath, Saturday or Sunday? Do Christians have to observe the Sabbath day?

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I have never said that the law was no longer valid. What I am advocating is that we have never "kept the Law" perfectly. But Jesus did. Additionally, in...

February 26 2018

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What is the fruit of the Holy Spirit?

February 26 2018

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Why is the love of money the root of all kinds of evil?

February 26 2018

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What does it mean to be above reproach / blameless?

February 26 2018

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

Did serpents not crawl on their bellies before the devil tempted Eve?

Perhaps the serpent crawled on its belly prior to the Fall, but its use by Satan as an agent for temptation specifically turned its means of locomotion into...

February 26 2018 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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What does it mean to be above reproach / blameless?

February 26 2018

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

Did the Old Testament only list male descendants in Genesis?

In Genesis 5:1-31 and Genesis 11:10-24, the text notes that the patriarchs from Adam to Noah, and then Noah's son Shem and his descendants, respectively, all...

February 26 2018 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Comment by JD Abshire

What does the Bible say about AIDS / HIV? Is AIDS / HIV a judgment from God?

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Even if you disagree with my assessment of Christ's pre-incarnate activity, one thing can not be denied. This "Lord of host's" was not a freelance destroyer...

February 26 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Is it really possible for Christians to do greater works than Jesus?

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Cindy, I agree with what you're saying; miracles are not "The power unto salvation", the Gospel is, Romans 1:16. Miracles might set the table, but the gospel...

February 26 2018

Comment by JD Abshire

What does the Bible say about AIDS / HIV? Is AIDS / HIV a judgment from God?

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(John18:36?) The Lord Jesus Christ was very active in the Old Testament. There's not enough space to go into it all but look up the name/title "Lord of...

February 26 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Is it right for a Christian to date or marry a non-Christian?

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So, your point is that darkness is stronger than light? The Bible doesn't teach that. Real love is stronger than hatred. I wouldn't date an atheist, or a...

February 26 2018

Comment by Robert Broyles

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

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I would like to clarify my following statement: "...There is a difference between transgression, which requires a knowledge of the law, and being born a...

February 26 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why did Lot offer up his daughters to be gang raped? Why did God allow Lot's daughters to later have sex with their father?

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I agree with you Danny. I just do not like to say what I would do because I don't know. The one thing we do know is God called Lot a righteous man. Not...

February 26 2018

Comment by Robert Broyles

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

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Paul states that "through one act of righteousness there resulted justification of life to all men." Rom 5:18 "All men" is a universal statement. Christ's...

February 26 2018

Answer by Robert Broyles

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

First let's establish that we are all a bunch of sinners: "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" Rom 3:23 "As it is written: 'There is no...

February 26 2018 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

How should we as Christians deal with the homosexual situations and issues taking over the media today?

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sandra blankespoor, Some people still question a networks reasoning for showing an interracial couple on tv. They say 'I don't want my kids exposed to that.'...

February 26 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?

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Emo, I'm not a politician, you don't need to deflect with me. Innocent people sitting on death row might be okay with some, but not with me. Avoiding that is...

February 26 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?

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Continued,,, his lawyer paid a porn star to keep quiet before the 2016 election, but I guess the fact that he is a conservative republican is enough for the...

February 26 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?

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It's now 2018 and we have a different president than when I gave my response. The guy we have now is a conservative republican. I hope the christian...

February 26 2018

Answer by Douglas Arendsee

Can women serve as elders in the church?

Most confuse ministry and office. Ministries have to do with the service we are providing for others. There seems to be little restriction on what ministry...

February 26 2018 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by P Jackson

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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Good day! I am not sure if I am totally grasping what everyone is saying. If the legion of devils would not die when cast into the herd of swine when they...

February 26 2018

Comment by Dale Richardson

What day is the Sabbath, Saturday or Sunday? Do Christians have to observe the Sabbath day?

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In my opinion there is a problem with how you defined Jesus fulfilling the law. If the law was no longer required then there is 0 point of the new covenant...

February 26 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why did Lot offer up his daughters to be gang raped? Why did God allow Lot's daughters to later have sex with their father?

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One thing you said about the bride price reminds us that that is what Jesus did for us. He paid the price for us His bride. Those of us who have received the...

February 26 2018

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Should a Christian marry for love?

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Love is an act of will, an ongoing decision, a commitment. Emotions and hormones will fluctuate throughout it, but what is essential is the commitment to...

February 26 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Should a Christian marry for love?

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James my wife and I have a similar story. We met in high school. She was 14, and I was 15. We've been married almost 44 years. If anyone, christian, muslim,...

February 26 2018

Comment by Iliani Tuikenatabua , Avionics Engineer at Fiji Airways.

Why did God take Enoch and Elijah to Heaven without them dying?

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But Jesus said after his resurrection in John 20:17 Do not touch me for i have not yet ascended to the Father.

February 26 2018

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

If part of crucifixion was nakedness why then were soldiers gambling for Jesus' garments at the foot of the cross? Would he not have been naked from the scourging?

Matthew 27:31 and Mark 15:20 specifically note that, after Jesus was scourged, His own clothes were once again placed on Him. His clothing would have been...

February 25 2018 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

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Debra, I'm really sorry for the loss of your first born.

February 25 2018

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What is the Immaculate Conception?

February 25 2018

Answer by David Huffman

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

Jesus as our intercessor and mediator is fulfilling the capacity of the Old Testament priesthood. The High Priest, under God's prescription would generally...

February 25 2018 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is the purpose of the thousand-year reign of Christ?

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The Bible teaches in 2 Thess. 2:1-3 that two events must take place before the rapture namely 1) the falling away of the apostate church and 2) The revealing...

February 25 2018

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What does the Bible say about spiritual warfare?

February 25 2018

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the Church Age? Where does the Church Age fit in biblical history?

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This is where many get confused. The church age is from Pentecost to the rapture of the church, the body of Christ. The church will be taken out before the...

February 25 2018

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

What does the Bible say about AIDS / HIV? Is AIDS / HIV a judgment from God?

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JD, from your response, you say that the AIDS/HIV disease is God's punishment of homosexuals. Too bad some innocents got caught up in that divine punishment...

February 25 2018

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Who was the first Jew?

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I revisited your answer and just have to give you a Kudos for really strong points of scripture emphasis!!! -Andy-

February 25 2018

Comment by dee scott , Divine Mercy Apostle

Which is correct? "IF you believe, THEN you are saved" or "You're saved! Believe it!"!"

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Unless I missed it somewhere, I didn't see what I consider the most important step. We must first be baptized to have our "original sin" removed and accept...

February 25 2018

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Why did David choose five smooth stones before going to fight Goliath?

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Five is said to represent the grace of God in scripture. The five stones represent David's dependence on the grace of God to give him the victory over this...

February 25 2018

Comment by Rosemary Nord

Are we predestined to know Christ?

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Tim Collinson, reading through all the explanations people have shared had my mind spinning until I read your contribution. I have always believed that God...

February 25 2018

Comment by JD Abshire

Will Catholics go to heaven?

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Debra, May The Lord richly bless you, sounds as though He already has! What wonderful testimony, to God be the glory!

February 25 2018

Comment by Larry Stephens , Uncle Larry

What is the definition of sin?

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I agree with everything Michael said. From a practical, daily stand point I recently heard a message by Bob Goff in which he said something like he gained...

February 25 2018

Answer by Jessie Panopio

What is the meaning of "in season and out of season" in 2 Timothy 4:2?

I am thinking that "in season" means during the expected period of proclaiming the Scriptures - usually in a formal gathering like in a synagogue during...

February 25 2018 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Debra Davis

If we are born into sin, how are children judged?

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I wonder if you are taking Romans 5:12 into account when you say all are not sinners. Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin;...

February 25 2018

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

Are there any specific examples, in the Bible, of someone having the Holy Spirit enter into them without them first being saved or asking the Holy Spirit to enter into them?

After God had rejected Saul as king (1 Samuel 16:1), and Samuel had anointed David to replace Saul (1 Samuel 16:13) (and even while Saul was trying to kill...

February 24 2018 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

How does faith differ from wishful thinking?

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Danny, a Vote-Up and a Kudos!...for an excellent example of how to conduct ones self as a Godly parent. For every child of God, we all receive His...

February 24 2018

Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What was the time frame of the Egyptian plagues, first to last?

Biblical estimation of Length of the Plagues It is estimated between three to seven weeks for the ten plagues. Let us calculate: One day to go before...

February 24 2018 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Debra Davis

Will Catholics go to heaven?

I was so pleased to see the statement of faith. Having grown up a fourth generation Roman Catholic, I honestly have to say I never heard the gospel preached...

February 24 2018 2 Comments 15 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

How does faith differ from wishful thinking?

Wishful thinking has been disguising itself as "faith" since the early days of creation. They might seem to be related, but they aren't even distant cousins....

February 24 2018 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by BEN K

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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The legion of demons had choices. They could enter another person which at that point Jesus would not allow or enter the pigs which Jesus would allow. And...

February 24 2018