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  1. How can one become a “partaker of the divine nature”?
  2. What does the potter’s work in Jeremiah 18:1-6 teach us about God’s authority over our lives and His ability to reshape us when we go astray?
  3. Does Ezekiel prophesy about an invasion of Egypt by Nebuchadnezzar which never actually took place? Ezekiel 29:17–20
  4. How do we minister unto the Lord?
  5. Why would Pharaoh "console" himself when he saw that his fate was the same as the great nations of the past (Ezekiel 32:31)?
  6. What does the Bible say about Christians and Israel?
  7. What is meant by "the age" or "the ages" in the Bible (Ex: Matthew 28:20, Hebrews 9:26 and Romans 16:25; Ephesians 2:7 and 3:9)?


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Answer by Doreen Lovell , Evangelist and Prayer Intercessor

How can a Christian continue to turn the other cheek when they are being intentionally hurt by law enforcement or politicians?

Matthew 5 :1-48 The opening verses of this sermon indicate that the inner states of mind and heart is the indispensable absolute of true Christian...

November 16 2017 5 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by matt porter

Which laws apply to Israel and which laws still apply to the Church?

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The word Christian means Christlike, we are to follow His example. So, if Jesus and the early church honored the Sabbath before and after the death, burial,...

November 16 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

How can a Christian continue to turn the other cheek when they are being intentionally hurt by law enforcement or politicians?

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It helps to remember that Jesus, who taught the principle of turning the other cheek, wasn't just hurt by soldiers and politicians - he was beaten,...

November 16 2017

Answer by Angel Williams

How can a Christian continue to turn the other cheek when they are being intentionally hurt by law enforcement or politicians?

As a Christian, we have to believe the Word of God. Our natural man feels the emotion of injustice however, we must remember God is Just. He declares in His...

November 16 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?

John 6:32 And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me. First Timothy 2:4 Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the...

November 16 2017 4 Comments 15 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Was Timothy an evangelist?

If the term "evangelist" denotes an individual who attempts to spread the Gospel message, and to convert others to Christianity, then I think that the Bible...

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

How do Roman Catholics view salvation?

I am not a Roman Catholic. I copied the text below verbatim from the website https://www.catholicscomehome.org, which purports to present the Catholic...

November 16 2017 2 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Kenneth Heck

Where does the narrative, in Daniel Chapter 11, turn from past to future?

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This is the fifth and last comment allowed on ebible. The time of the end is the time of the "end of the indignation" Dan 8:19, not the end of the world or...

November 16 2017

Comment by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?

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Don, you are correct. I would add 1 thing if I havent already. We do have a will that chooses. We never go against our will. But our will is in bondage,...

November 16 2017

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

Why is there so much disagreement about holy communion?

Why would Holy Communion be any different from virtually every other tenet of the Christian Faith? 1Cor 10:16 Salvation; is it permanent at inception or can...

November 16 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment 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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Some say the gift is faith, but the bible says the gift is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23 All believers have eternal life. Because...

November 16 2017

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

Who or what is Amalek?

Amalek was not the father of the Amalekites of Gen. 14:7 who were of the giant races (Num. 13:29; 14:39-45) but of those among "the first of the nations"...

November 16 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does it mean that we have eternity in our hearts?

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November 16 2017

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

What is the Sabbath day?

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Crystal, the below links I believe will answer to your question about the Sabbath. https://www.gotquestions.org/Saturday-Sunday.html...

November 16 2017

Comment by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

Where does the narrative, in Daniel Chapter 11, turn from past to future?

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I would like to submit that the narrative in Daniel, Chapter 11, is Gabriel’s explanation of Daniel’s Second vision in Dan. 8:3-14. Daniel only had two...

November 16 2017

Comment by Terry Gillard , Worship Leader and Engineer

Is it wrong to have angel figurines?

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You see this regularly at this time of year when "angels" are put on top of Christmas trees, They are actually fairies - and then you are touching on some...

November 16 2017

Answer by Doreen Lovell , Evangelist and Prayer Intercessor

Who or what is Amalek?

Amalekite: A nomadic tribe of formidable people that first attacked the Israelites after the Exodus at Rephidim. Descendants of Amalek, the grandson of Esau...

November 16 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Mickey Johnston , Retired

Why does God require faith?

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Bartley, this is how I view faith as well. It is a miraculous gift from God, and the more we act on it, the more faith is poured into us. We cannot muster up...

November 16 2017

Comment by dee scott , Divine Mercy Apostle

What did Jesus mean when He instructed us hate our father and mother (Luke 14:26)?

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Thank you for your response. One thing that might be the confusion with some people is the commandment, "Honor your Father and your Mother;.The most...

November 16 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What did Jesus mean when He said 'he who is without sin can cast the first stone'?

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The law was given to show us we are sinners and can not keep the law. The Pharisees justified themselves by keeping the law. But Jesus said, by the works of...

November 16 2017

Comment by dee scott , Divine Mercy Apostle

What did Jesus mean when He said, 'Today you will be with me in paradise'?

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I don't think punctuation changes what JESUS said. I am not disputing that the thief would go to heaven that day either. I am however disputing the thief...

November 16 2017

Comment by ken egan

What does the Bible say about what foods we should eat (kosher)? Are there foods a Christian should avoid?

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God is unchanging? For sure the attributes of Almighty God are unchanging. Let me ask you this. Do you pray? You can't affect God's decisions can you? Isn't...

November 16 2017

Question by Jeanny Canlas

How do Roman Catholics view salvation?

John 3:16

November 16 2017 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ali Haverstock

Why do Catholics confess to a priest instead of praying to God through Jesus?

If in fact, a person feels the need to confess to a priest, I think the Lord knows our hearts well enough to love us unconditionally. I have a newly Catholic...

November 16 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Don Pack

What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?

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For a long time I have dealt with the whole idea of free will or not free will. More and more I am leaning to "no free will" when things pertain to...

November 16 2017

Question by Michael Pearl

Was Timothy an evangelist?

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Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

Where does the narrative, in Daniel Chapter 11, turn from past to future?

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Craig, Daniel 11 details world history beginning with the Medo-Persian Empire and continuing through the end of time, just prior to Christ’s return - thus...

November 15 2017

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

What did Jesus mean when he said, "No one, having put his hand to the plow and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God"?

No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. This answer to the request of the man in Lk. 9:61 seems harsh,...

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Comment by Kenneth Heck

Where does the narrative, in Daniel Chapter 11, turn from past to future?

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The fourth reference to the Abomination of Desolation is found in Dan 8:9-14. It describes Antiochus Epiphanes taking the daily sacrifice away. The words...

November 15 2017

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November 15 2017

Answer by Lena Wms , Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer

What does the Bible say about your wife wearing lingerie in the bedroom?

Dear Sisters in Christ, As born again believers we should glorify God with our bodies! 1 Cor. 6:20 So what exactly does this mean? How does a Sister do this?...

November 15 2017 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What does "carry nothing" mean in this verse?

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Precise and on point scripture strong answer, my Warrior Brother!!! A Kudos, a vote-up and also a Favorite Star I give you. --Andy--

November 15 2017

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

Will we still be judged by God for specific sins even after we have repented for them?

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Emo, a most excellent short and precise answer! A vote-up, a Kudos!...and a Favorite Star I give you! --Andy--

November 15 2017

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

What did Jesus mean when he said, "Salt is good but if the salt has lost its flavor how will you make it salty again?"

The larger teaching, of which the verse cited in the question (Mark 9:50) is the conclusion, began in Mark 9:33, and was prompted by a discussion or argument...

November 15 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

Where does the narrative, in Daniel Chapter 11, turn from past to future?

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As I see it, the Abomination of Desolation is identified in two places (Dan. 9:27 and Dan. 12:11) as an event that occurs at the mid-point of the...

November 15 2017

Comment by JD Abshire

Which laws apply to Israel and which laws still apply to the Church?

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Another attestation to the inspired Word of God! As Aurel stated, our Lord God instructed the Israelites concerning hygiene, disease and handling of the dead...

November 15 2017

Comment by James Munro

What does the Bible say about wearing hats in church?

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I always feel uneasy when culture is mentioned. Does this mean we need to know all the cultures of the New Testament times before we can know the truth of...

November 15 2017

Comment by Kenneth Heck

Who or what is Amalek?

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This is a strong argument that Haman may not have been an Amalekite. Although 1 Sam 27:8 shows David attacking the Amalekites and 30:1 where the Amalekites...

November 14 2017

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Why does God allow birth defects?

November 14 2017

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

Who or what is Amalek?

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I agree with the reference in Esther that refers to Haman as an Agagite. However, commentary at the web address...

November 14 2017

Comment by Kenneth Heck

Who or what is Amalek?

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Apparently, not all the Amalekites were destroyed, since Haman in the book of Esther was reported as an Agagite, a descendent of Agag, the king of Amalek...

November 14 2017

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What are some present day or modern times human achievements that can be compared to the Tower of Babel?

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

What does "Let this mind be in you which also was in Christ Jesus (KJV)" mean?

My short answer is that God's Word tells us and this specific scripture is instructing us as His children to "have the mind, mindset and attitudes that Jesus...

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