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

Catholics pray with the sign of the cross - in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Is this wrong?

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Ferdy, you are so correct! I know a lot of Catholics and I'm perplexed about getting them to even listen to my suggestion to intently read and study God's...

September 16 2017

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

Who created the Heavens and the Earth (God the Father, Son or the Holy Spirit)?

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JD, excellent precision/on-point scripture answer, my brother! A Vote-Up and a hearty Kudos, my brother! --Andy--

September 16 2017

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

Who created the Heavens and the Earth (God the Father, Son or the Holy Spirit)?

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Very good answer that is definitively "Bible-strong"! A vote up and a Kudos! --Andy--

September 16 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

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

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"But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of...

September 16 2017

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

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

In my opinion, the concept of the "chosen people" in the Biblical sense (as used by Moses in the verse cited in the question) will always refer only to the...

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

When Timothy was advised to drink wine by Paul for medicinal purposes, did this signal the end of miraculous healings?

I don't see the New Testament either as indicating an endpoint to divine intervention in healing, or as viewing medical science as incompatible with healing...

September 16 2017 Follow Vote Up

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

Do faith in God and science contradict?

I mostly agree with Mark, Vincent and Salem, and differ from Seth a bit. Further let me support what they said in their views. If 6 blind men were to...

September 16 2017 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

What does it mean in Proverbs 22:3 that a prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, but the simple pass on and are punished?

I humbly submit for your consideration; that the prudent man is operating with total situational awareness in relation to his ever changing personal...

September 16 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by D. Michael Paxton , IT at Moody Publishers, MDiv Student at Moody Theo. Seminary

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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But keep in mind what Jesus said in Matthew 24:36-44 - "But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the...

September 16 2017

Answer by frances Keene

Will Jehovah's Witnesses go to heaven?

The Christian sees heaven as a place that cannot be seen by the naked eye. You have to die to get there. It is where Jesus lives now. Jehovah Witnesses don't...

September 16 2017 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Janet Austin , Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author

Why did God make man the head over woman if the two were created to be one flesh?

I have a couple thoughts: Maybe God made man the head over woman to challenge man…and woman. These challenges (of leading and following) would help mold the...

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Comment by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?

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Anthony, I see where you are coming from, but there are a couple of things you are missing. True, 2 Peter 3:10 strongly suggests the end of the earth when...

September 16 2017

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What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?

September 16 2017

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What is the secret to walking close to God?

September 16 2017

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

What is the secret to walking close to God?

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Grant, I agree completely with Bro. James Kraft; you submitted a really excellent answer! A vote up and a Kudos! --Andy--

September 16 2017

Comment by Tabi Jozwick , Journalism/Political Science Student

Why did Jesus tell the rich young ruler he could be saved by obeying the commandments?

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Jesus told the rich young man to sell his stuff because Jesus knew that for the rich young man, money was his god.

September 16 2017

Comment by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?

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Brother Ezekiel, What you say is true. The Rapture and Christ’s return (Second Coming) for the Battle of Armageddon cannot occur at the same time. At the...

September 16 2017

Answer by Tabi Jozwick , Journalism/Political Science Student

Why did Jesus command people to not tell others of the miracles He performed?

Jesus might gave that warning because He doesn't want people to think that the only thing that He does is to heal people. He actually wanted people to turn...

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Comment by Angel karing

How can I know if I am filled with the Holy Spirit?

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Excellent! I might add, Jesus said follow me, so we can look at what we are doing and ask ourselves if this is something Jesus did/does or would please Him....

September 16 2017

Comment by Iliani Tuikenatabua , Avionics Engineer at Fiji Airways.

How is an eternity in hell a just punishment for only a human lifetime of sin?

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The "eternal fire" of hell is one hot topic! Here are examples and scripture to show its true meaning. "Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand,...

September 16 2017

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Is it ever not a sin to masturbate?

September 15 2017

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

What does it mean in Proverbs 22:3 that a prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, but the simple pass on and are punished?

I would say that the point being made here is that it is not always or necessarily the wisest course of action for individuals to proceed or conduct...

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Are many practices and traditions in Christianity actually pagan in origin?

September 15 2017

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What are Codex Sinaiticus and Codex Vaticanus?

September 15 2017

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Does the Greek word arsenokoitai in 1 Corinthians 6:9 really mean homosexuals or something else?

September 15 2017

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What are the seven dispensations?

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Are there different levels of punishment in hell?

September 15 2017

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

Why did God call King Nebuchadnezzar His Servant?

There are multiple Biblical passages where God refers to earthly kings or rulers by name (such as Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon (in Jeremiah 27:6) and Cyrus of...

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Are demons fallen angels?

September 15 2017

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is Hamartiology?

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Bro Craig, thanks for your answer. I appreciate your view. However, there is one thing I wish to point out in humility. There is nothing mystical in...

September 15 2017

Comment by Bob Griffith

What is Calvinism vs. Arminianism?

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Dave Reesor this seems to be a very plausible explanation.

September 15 2017

Comment by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

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

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Cindy – Where in this account do you find “sin” mentioned. This account has nothing to do with sin. The rich man was told by Abraham: “Son, remember that in...

September 15 2017

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

What was the reason behind Peter's denial of Jesus?

I am not exactly sure whether I could be right in my guessing. But I strongly feel that there is something more than the fear, suffering and torture that...

September 15 2017 5 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why did God make man the head over woman if the two were created to be one flesh?

God made man from the dust and then the woman by taking a rib from his body and closing it with the flesh. That means God must have used the dust as well as...

September 15 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by David Armstrong

Does the Greek word arsenokoitai in 1 Corinthians 6:9 really mean homosexuals or something else?

The O.T. affirms this in Leviticus 18:22; 20:13 and it is also affirmed in Romans 1:26, 27. There really isn't any question for someone who simply wants to...

September 15 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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Comment by Gerritt Schuitema , Persecutor & Mocker transformed to Faithful Believer

Does it show a lack of faith when you persistently ask for the same thing from the Father?

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Yes to this! My first thought was this parable in Luke 18! And you are correct in your last comment, this prayer, this powerful intercession and dependence,...

September 15 2017

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Did God create science?

In the beginning God created: tells the creation that He was there creating whenever and wherever that was and science confirms that the creation that was...

September 15 2017 1 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by julian johns

Does the Greek word arsenokoitai in 1 Corinthians 6:9 really mean homosexuals or something else?

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Has anyone told homosexuals what went on in the gymnasium, even in Paul's time? It was the custom for mature men to sexually befriend male teenagers. So,...

September 15 2017

Question by Gregory Jones

What does it mean in Proverbs 22:3 that a prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, but the simple pass on and are punished?

What is the difference here between a prudent man and a simple man?

Proverbs 22:3

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Answer by Janet Austin , Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author

What is the secret to walking close to God?

Pray this continually...with sincerity and a repentant heart, humbling yourself before your creator...."God, make Your desires mine."

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Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is Hamartiology?

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Powerful and concise teaching from Michael

September 15 2017

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What does it mean to have mustard seed faith?

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What does it mean to be pure in heart?

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What does it mean to be poor in spirit?

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