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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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How does predestination work as described by scripture?

September 21 2017

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Is the war in heaven in Revelation 12 describing Satan's original fall or an end times angelic battle?

September 21 2017

Answer by Robert Bills , High Pursuit Ministries

Should a Christian celebrate Hanukkah (Christmaskah)?

Hanukkah (Chanukah) though it does have interesting history was not God ordained like the Biblical feasts. Many call these feasts (Jewish) but they were...

September 20 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Bob Griffith

Is it possible that more of the angels could sin?

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Sandra, I think the Angels had one chance because they saw the spiritual realm as it is, and saw the result of those angels who rebelled. No created angel in...

September 20 2017

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

How could David have been referred to as a man of war when he was not yet even old enough to have joined the army, as his three oldest brothers had?

I humbly submit for your consideration; that among the Jewish people there is a cultural tradition of prophesying over their young children. It is common for...

September 20 2017 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Question by COLIN WOO

How does speaking in tongues edify a person?

1 Corinthians 14:13 - 17

September 20 2017 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

How is eternity in hell a fair punishment for sin?

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John sorry for the late response but the parable must be read together with other parts of the bible for a balanced understanding. This parable had very...

September 20 2017

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How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?

September 20 2017

Answer by Philip Davies

Who are the Israelites in today's society that God was referring to as his chosen people?

The Jews and the nation of Israel no longer have any privileged status before God. Rom 9:25 The unbelieving nation of Israel is not the chosen people. The...

September 20 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What should we learn from the life of Paul?

September 20 2017

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How does predestination work as described by scripture?

September 20 2017

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

How old was David when he was anointed by Samuel?

David was anointed by Samuel in 1 Samuel 16:13. The age associated with conscription into the Israelite army was twenty (Numbers 1:45). David's three oldest...

September 20 2017 Follow Vote Up

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

Can a Christian consider a career in acting / entertainment?

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I have a unique view. First, I took drama in middle school and fell in love with the stage! I was fortunate enough to have a Pastor who saw this passion and...

September 20 2017

Question by Anonymous
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How could David have been referred to as a man of war when he was not yet even old enough to have joined the army, as his three oldest brothers had?

When Saul was afflicted by an evil spirit, and his servants were looking for someone to play the lyre for him in order to soothe him, one of Saul's servants ...

1 Samuel 16:18

2 Votes September 20 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Rav H

How much emphasis should be given to demonic deliverance in the Christian life?

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Hi DW, Jesus has spoken about preaching the Gospel, healing the sick and casting out demons in Bible. Mark 16:17 “And these signs will accompany those who...

September 20 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What are your thoughts on a significant sign from God in the stars supposedly occurring Sept 23, 2017? It's taken from Rev. 12.

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Wow, that was exactly 100 years ago. Another Jubilee year for Israel. No one is saying the rapture will be on this date, but we should not rule it our...

September 20 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does Hebrews 10:26 mean that a believer can lose salvation?

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You are so right Anthony. I did change my answer above because it did not agree with what the bible says. These were Jewish converts that needed to go on to...

September 20 2017

Comment by Laurie Johnson

What were the Dark Ages?

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I would love to have more Information on this view...

September 20 2017

Question by Dean Herman

How old was David when he was anointed by Samuel?

2 Samuel 5:7

September 20 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What are your thoughts on a significant sign from God in the stars supposedly occurring Sept 23, 2017? It's taken from Rev. 12.

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Absolutely. I am not setting any dates. I am just seeing the signs an letting others know that it is going to happen. Not the rapture, but the sign itself. I...

September 20 2017

Comment by Angel karing

Why does Psalm 51:5 say we are conceived in sin?

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In Genesis, it says God made man and put his seed inside Him...we were all inside Adam (a box inside a box inside a box...). We were inside Adam when he...

September 20 2017

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

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

NO and that's the wonderful news for those who have placed their faith in Jesus and the power of His atoning blood; to make a sinner righteous before God....

September 20 2017 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Is the Family Research Council and American Family Association Christian based?

Are their positions, such on topics like homosexuality, rooted in Scripture? Are they a hate group as some organizations charge?

September 20 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lawrence wong , Disciple of iEsou ("Yeh-sou") christou

Should a Christian see a psychologist or psychiatrist?

The Question is “Should a Christian see a psychologist or psychiatrist?” Each one of us have been given a free will to choose who to take our problems to. I...

September 20 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What caused the extinction of the dinosaurs?

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So dinosaurs were killed by human activities

September 19 2017

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Is public confession necessary for salvation?

September 19 2017

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Is the human soul mortal or immortal?

September 19 2017

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Is the human soul mortal or immortal?

September 19 2017

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Is public confession necessary for salvation?

September 19 2017

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What is the power of prayer?

September 19 2017

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

Is it necessary to fully understand the Gospel to go to heaven? Is it enough to believe it, even if we do not fully understand it?

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Excellent and very stated to emphasize critical scripture points, my Brother! A vote up and a Kudos! --Andy--

September 19 2017

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What does Ecclesiastes mean when it says, "God seeks that which has passed by [has been driven away]"?

September 19 2017

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

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

I would say that sins that one has confessed and sought forgiveness of in Jesus' name will not cause us to be condemned eternally by God or to lose our...

September 19 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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What are the Catholic Ten Commandments?

September 19 2017

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

Are Christians homophobic?

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I would like to refer to a quote by Mr. Houdmann; "But the fact is that the term homophobic is merely a word used by homosexual activists and supporters in...

September 19 2017

Answer by Simplicius Pereira , Education Trainer & Trading Enterprenuer from Mumbai

What are the essential differences between the first covenant and the new covenant mentioned in Hebrews 9?

I agree with Tim Mass when he says the earlier offerings of blood sacrifices were of temporary in nature and had to be repeatedly done for the atonement....

September 19 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is it necessary to fully understand the Gospel to go to heaven? Is it enough to believe it, even if we do not fully understand it?

Basically all we need to know is that we are sinners, and Christ came to save sinners. We can only be saved on His terms, not on ours. His terms are simple....

September 19 2017 2 Comments 20 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 exactly is a 'holy kiss'?

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Holy Kiss of Peace In the Celebration of the Holy Qurbono [Eucharist] Holy Kiss of Peace is a regular practice of the Syriac Orthodox Church and the other...

September 19 2017

Comment by Heather Furby

What is behavior therapy, and is it biblical?

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My confusion here is that you are talking about psychology in general, particularly about Freud, who is a psychoanalyst - and somebody behaviourists would be...

September 19 2017

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

Did Satan know who Jesus was?

Just as the demons in the verse cited in the question knew who Jesus was, Satan (the master of those demons) knew also. When Satan said to Jesus during his...

September 19 2017 Follow Vote Up

Answer by ainsley chalmers , Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.

What is the New Atheism?

Lets see what atheists believe. 1. Evolution created you from goo via mutations and natural selection. Biology just doesn't and cannot work this way....

September 19 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mike Allen

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

While there may be more Christians exercising "works" which come from the Holy Spirit, commentators vary on wether Jesus laid aside His heavenly glory and...

September 19 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Randolph Logan

Did Satan know who Jesus was?

Mark 1:24

September 19 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

What are your thoughts on a significant sign from God in the stars supposedly occurring Sept 23, 2017? It's taken from Rev. 12.

We need to establish the fact that God doesn’t communicate with humans through astrological signs and other signs of the zodiac. The bible is very clear...

September 19 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Simplicius Pereira , Education Trainer & Trading Enterprenuer from Mumbai

Is there evidence that God answers prayer?

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When we pray for something to God, our last sentence should always be "But Lord let your will be done and lead me as you please " If this thing we keep in...

September 19 2017

Comment by Teresa Wiltz , Freelance writer and copy editor, Christian

In keeping with God's law, when should you take off your wedding ring, after divorce or during separation?

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Thank you, Angel for your kind words of inspiration...God bless you...

September 19 2017

Comment by EUGENIA LAGOSHA

What is the secret to walking close to God?

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Amen, Delight yourself also in the LORD; and he shall give you the desires of your heart...Psalm37v4

September 18 2017

Comment by Roger Young

Where is heaven? What is the location of heaven?

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Since God created the universe we live in it would make sense that His reality is outside Einstein's 4 dimensional space-time description of our universe. We...

September 18 2017

Comment by Georgia Pankey , Retired Cafe owner. History Major.

What is the New Covenant?

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Thank you so much for the wonderful responses to a question that has puzzled me, and I'm sure many, for a long time. e-bible is always here for those of us...

September 18 2017