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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  3. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  4. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  5. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  6. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  7. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  8. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  9. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14
  10. How much did soldiers get paid? 2 Chronicles 25:6


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What did Jesus mean when He said 'Ask and you shall receive'?

December 08 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible say about the prosperity gospel?

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Hebrews 13:5 says; Let you manner of life be without covetousness, and be content with such things as ye have, for He hath said, I will never leave you or...

December 08 2017

Answer by Garry Tinch

What do I say to someone who brings up contradictions in the Bible?

Answer: If we read the Bible at face value, without a preconceived bias for finding errors, we will find it to be a coherent, consistent, and relatively...

December 08 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jay Saunders

What is meant by, "Who can stand before jealousy?" in Proverbs 27:4?

Wow! Jealousy is a problem for many. Growing up, I never felt a jealous thought towards anyone for any reason, but as an adult male I was blessed with...

December 08 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Vattachal-Vadakketil Thomas John alias V T John , Rtd Joint.Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala. India

What happened to the Virgin Mary after Christ went to heaven?

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A very balanced view for which I thank you sincerely .I belong to the Universal Syriac Orthodox Church which is one among Oriental Orthodox Churches

December 08 2017

Answer by Leah Reynolds

What exactly does the phrase mean, "No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper."?

I believe it means: no attack against your faith and integrity as a child of God can ever destroy you. Defend yourself against evil and trust in the Lord!

December 08 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Steven Scott , Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry

How long was Jesus on the cross?

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I am wondering ~ is there an error in the explanation? I see [About the 6th hour is 6AM], then I see [the 6th hour is Noon]. Or is there a difference between...

December 08 2017

Answer by BERTHA VILLA

What do I say to someone who brings up contradictions in the Bible?

In my opinion, when someone brings up contradictions in the bible. First, I would get as much information from that person to understand why he/she believes...

December 07 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by RICK PORTER , Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God

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

I would like to look at this question in a way as it applies to Eschatology. Hebrews 9:27, says it is appointed unto man once to die.So if that is a Divine...

December 07 2017 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about self-defense?

December 07 2017

Comment by Carl Buckalew

What does the Bible say about self-defense?

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As I read this more than a year later, it appears that God has had enough of our country’s direction and has begun steps to change it.

December 07 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ?

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Well, I have a question I ask people. Do you know where you are going when you die? Then I give them Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, and you and I...

December 07 2017

Answer by STANLEY S. DRANE

Why were Peter and John going to the temple at three in the afternoon?

I'm glad you asked. We see in Acts 3:1 (Matthew Henry Concise Commentary), the apostles and the first believers attended the temple worship at the hours of...

December 07 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

What is a mercy killing?

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There is death and suffering in the world because this is a fallen world, not because Jesus "allows" it. Man brought this upon himself. Jesus never promises...

December 07 2017

Comment by Thomas Kasperek

What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?

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Based on your feedback, where does the Geneva Bible fit?

December 07 2017

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How should a Christian respond to beggars?

December 07 2017

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December 07 2017

Comment by Taiwo Olorunyomi

Who / what were the Nephilim?

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God never called any angel his son, either before the fall or after the fall. Heb1:5 and 13. God only called 2 sets of people his sons: Christ and Man! Read...

December 07 2017

Answer by Johan Consumeres

Why did God use a lying spirit to deceive Ahab?

YHWH gave mankind free will. Ahab is given a choice. If he has wisdom and prayer, he will not be deceived. If he chooses to use prophets, because he lacks...

December 07 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by RICK PORTER , Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God

How can I trust God when I am facing unemployment, foreclosure, or bankruptcy?

Everything humans have in life is a gift from God. Breath, health, rain, the sun, moon, and stars.You didn't say whether you were a believer or not, just...

December 06 2017 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?

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When we trust Jesus as our savior He keeps us saved. We did nothing to save our selves, and we can do nothing to keep ourselves saved. We are saved because...

December 06 2017

Comment by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

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

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Tommy Brooks... when Paul says he would rather be absent from the body and to be present with the lord, what did he mean? When my brother was dying from...

December 06 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?

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Living a godly life can not save you. Repenting of sin can not save you. Giving your heart to Jesus can not save you, changing your life and turning over a...

December 06 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?

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To fall from grace is to boast in the law. We can only boast in the cross because salvation is a free gift. Romans 3:23 For the wages of sin is death, but...

December 06 2017

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How can I trust God when I am facing unemployment, foreclosure, or bankruptcy?

December 06 2017

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December 06 2017

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How should a Christian respond to beggars?

December 06 2017

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Is Jesus God in the flesh? Why is it important that Jesus is God in the flesh?

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My only answer to the statement is to say thank you. vergie edwards

December 06 2017

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

Is the United States a Christian nation?

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The United States of America is not a "Christian" nation as far the the government is concerned. We do not have a national religion. I take exception to one...

December 06 2017

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

Why was it wrong for the king to strike the ground only three times?

My opinion (from the reading of the entire passage involved) is that Elisha had already told King Joash that the arrow that Elisha had directed the king to...

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Should Christians care about physical appearance?

December 06 2017

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Should Christians be tolerant of other people's religious beliefs?

December 06 2017

Answer by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

What historical or archeological support is there for the Biblical account of the Battle of Jericho?

I seem to recall a report of an archaeological investigation of the site at Jericho but I don't remember it mentioning proof that a 'shout' caused the walls...

December 06 2017 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Comment by Tommy Brooks

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

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I have to say that I disagree with you Bruce. In 2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present...

December 06 2017

Comment by Alice Yornas

What does the Bible say about an unhappy marriage?

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What about emotional violence in marriage? Various researches have shown that emotional stress is one of the root causes of cancer. Should one continue to be...

December 06 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Where is Jesus now? Is Jesus in heaven?

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Amen Lynda; Once we have trusted Christ alone to save us, we are given His Holy Spirit who is our righteousness before God. Ephesians 1:13. He said John...

December 06 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to be free from sin?

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We will be conformed to His image at the resurrection when we get our new spiritual bodies that are without sin. We should hate sin because we see what it...

December 06 2017

Answer by Graham Sutton , Seeker of wealth turned paramedic

How has modern Christianity been politicalized? Is Christianity these days more fueled by politics rather than spirituality?

Certainly, some parts of the church today appear to be motivated by a misguided "desire" for "inclusivity" - interpreted as a need to appear relevant or...

December 06 2017 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Could Jesus have sinned?

Yes, He could have! Jesus' death fulfilled the plan to atone for the sin of the human race, to pay the price of our sin so we don’t have to (Isaiah 53:5)....

December 06 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Dwight Haas

Was the apostle Paul married?

Much of this has to do with our misunderstanding of what marriage is. In the time of Christ and before marriage was actually sexual union and didn't...

December 05 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

In Physics, what is the "God Particle," and does it have religious significance?

The term "God particle" is used to refer to the Higgs boson, which (as best I can understand it) is an elementary particle in the standard model of particle...

December 05 2017 Follow Vote Up

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

Could Jesus have sinned?

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This question appears to have been previously discussed on eBible at the following web address:...

December 05 2017

Question by George Ang

Could Jesus have sinned?

Hebrews 4:14

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Answer by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

How can I know if the desires of my heart are from God?

Paul says there are two distinct persons to us, in us. A sinful nature and our other nature from being reborn as a sinless Christian. He explains this at...

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