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  1. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  2. What's the meaning of this "flying scroll"? (5:1)
  3. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  4. Why include a final warning about adding or subtracting from this book? Revelation 22:18-19
  5. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  6. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  7. What does judgment mean in this passage?
  8. What is the role of Elihu in the book of Job?
  9. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  10. How much did soldiers get paid? 2 Chronicles 25:6


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Comment by Peter Charles

How could there be light on the first day of Creation if the sun was not created until the fourth day?

Comment:
Day 1 “Let there be light” (Gen 1:3-5) Interpretations: • The light is not natural light from the sun, moon, or stars since their light is seen later (Gen...

October 09 2017

Question by Amy Farrens

What does an angel look like in real life?

Daniel 10:10 - 21

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Comment by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

Should the title of 'reverend' be given to a church leader?

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How do you know this? The only one who called him "Brother" was Peter, one who had been appointed to the same authority that Paul had been appointed. (You...

October 09 2017

Answer by Kenneth Heck

What is the latter rain?

The agricultural cycle of the Israelites of spring and fall rains is the basis for the activity of the Holy Spirit. The "latter rain" refers to the markedly...

October 08 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What/where was the land of Nod in the Bible?

Comment:
Eileen, very good 'Bible-strong' truth about Cain and his descendants' history! Excellent comment! --Andy--

October 08 2017

Answer by Don W

What is the latter rain?

Latter rain, means spring rain between March and April. These rains will mature the crops in Israel. First rain means autumn or fall rain between late...

October 08 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jennifer Henkel , Bible/History Middle School Teacher, Lover of the OT!

Should the title of 'reverend' be given to a church leader?

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No, because no one called him "Father" Paul. He was Brother Paul. He may have "fathered" them (been the one who introduced the Gospel to them) but it did not...

October 08 2017

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

What does the wrong kind of fire mean in Numbers 26:61?

I think that the actions for which God judged Nadab and Abihu may have consisted of several separate aspects that violated the detailed instructions that God...

October 08 2017 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Comment by Charles Stanley , Bible College graduate/former pastor/financial planner...

What exactly is meant by being "filled with the fullness of God" mentioned in Ephesians 3:19?

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This is at the end of the second prayer that Paul prays for the Ephesians in this epistle. In both prayers, Paul is concerned with practical, experiential...

October 07 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How should we understand the Lion and the Lamb passage?

Comment:
I took this passage to be during the 1,000 year reign of Christ. It says the young child shall put his hand in the adders dem and not be bitten. The bear...

October 07 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does the warning in Revelation 22:18-19 apply to the entire Bible or just the Book of Revelation?

Comment:
That is what Paul meant also in Galatians 1:7-9 Those that pervert the gospel of all grace, will be accursed. Romans 11:6

October 07 2017

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

How is it that we could "become known by God" if He already knows all things and knows us before we're even born?

I agree that the way this verse is worded raises questions such as the one being asked. However, I think that the emphasis that Paul is trying to make here...

October 07 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why did Jesus refer to false teachers as wolves?

Comment:
These same false teachers are the ones that become the fruit inspectors examining your life with a magnifying glass to see if you are bearing any fruit. When...

October 07 2017

Comment by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

Should the title of 'reverend' be given to a church leader?

Comment:
Was Paul also in "direct violation of this command" when he said, "Even if you had ten thousand guardians in Christ, you do not have many fathers, for in...

October 07 2017

Answer by Ursula S Monroe

Why is the idea of eternal damnation so repulsive to many people?

For me it’s because as Christians we are told to love all including our enemies. God is love. So it stands to reason that we along with Jesus don’t want to...

October 07 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Greg Williams

What does the wrong kind of fire mean in Numbers 26:61?

Numbers 26:61

1 Vote October 07 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

What happened at the Council of Ephesus?

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"Over time, this respect for Mary would mutate, within Catholicism, into belief in her perpetual virginity, sinlessness, and cooperative work in human...

October 07 2017

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What is the power of prayer?

October 07 2017

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What does it mean to have mustard seed faith?

October 07 2017

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What does it mean that Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath?

October 07 2017

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Should we have a Christmas Tree? Does the Christmas Tree have its origin in ancient pagan rituals?

October 07 2017

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How can I forgive those who sin against me?

October 06 2017

Answer by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

Why is every sin ultimately a sin against God?

The simple answer may be the most obvious, in my opinion. We know that there is a “contest” being waged between God and the Devil. This was exemplified in...

October 06 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is it biblical for some churches to require the worshippers to kneel to partake of the Lord's Supper?

As far as I am aware, the Bible does not contain specific guidance on the proper posture or position to assume when receiving the elements of Communion. From...

October 06 2017 Follow Vote Up

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Why are Christians guilty of hate speech?

October 06 2017

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Why are Christians guilty of hate speech?

October 06 2017

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

Why did Jesus say 'Father, forgive them' on the cross?

Comment:
Lynn, my Sister-IN-CHRIST: You gave an insightful and 'Bible-strong' answer that deserves a vote up and a hearty Kudos as well! -Andy-

October 06 2017

Comment by Jamie Brown

How can I continue to stay strong physically and mentally while being wronged by people who are close to me?

Comment:
Sometimes those we love unconditionally and give our whole hearts to may lead you to believe that they will do the same and you will believe it. We have...

October 06 2017

Answer by Jamie Brown

How can I continue to stay strong physically and mentally while being wronged by people who are close to me?

It is my experience that any Christian that finds themselves in this position has most likely gone through a major life event wether it be negative or...

October 06 2017 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Where did the precious stones come from for the breastplate that Aaron wore when he ministered?

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I love questions such as these as they truly make one pull out the thinking cap and Reason with the LORD. First, when...

October 06 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is deism? What do deists believe?

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This answer contradicts itself in the following two selections. "The Bible presents God as sovereign, although incomprehensible in His totality. It is...

October 06 2017

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Why did Jesus say 'Father, forgive them' on the cross?

October 06 2017

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

What has changed since Martin Luther started the Protestant Reformation?

It was martin Luther who shook the entire world with the following sound fundamental doctrines "O Lord, open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in Your...

October 06 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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Is prayer effective if we have unconfessed sin?

October 06 2017

Comment by Lynn Sander

Did Jesus change the water into wine or grape juice?

Comment:
Mr. Hecks statement ,"My personal belief isn't based on the Bible" says it all.

October 06 2017

Comment by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

What is Hamartiology?

Comment:
Ezekiel, Now that we have, in part, approached hamartiology from the standpoint of what it is we are missing (the fullness of God’s glory), how we attain to...

October 06 2017

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

If someone became a pastor without a "calling," would that person be a false teacher?

To me, the two issues raised by the question (having a "calling" as a pastor, and being a false teacher) are separate concerns. A person having a calling to...

October 06 2017 Follow Vote Up

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October 06 2017

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What does it mean, "In Christ God was reconciling the world to himself"?

October 06 2017

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

Why do we have to be resurrected to have eternal life?

Comment:
I contacted Doorway Publications (which is the organization carrying on Dr. Custance's work) about the passage you cited, since it was not directly discussed...

October 05 2017

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Is baptism necessary for salvation?

October 05 2017

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If a Christian commits suicide, will he/she still be saved?

October 05 2017

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

What do I do if my friends are not believers, but I think God put me in their lives for a reason?

If you're implying by your question that you aren't sure what the reason you refer to might have been, I think that it is at least safe to say that God would...

October 05 2017 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to truly follow Christ?

Comment:
John 6:28-29 Then said they unto Him, What shall we do, that we might work the works of God? Jesus answered and said unto them. This is the work of God that...

October 05 2017

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What does the Bible say about humility?

October 05 2017

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What did Jesus mean when He said to 'not cast your pearls before swine'?

October 04 2017