What is the difference between water baptism and Spirit baptism?
In my opinion, water baptism is an external, material ritual that is symbolic of repentance, and that does not necessarily have to be in the name of Jesus or...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does the 'wind' signify in Acts 2:2-3?
In my opinion, the wind was a manifestation of the Holy Spirit's presence, in the same manner as the tongues of fire that appeared on the heads of the...
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What is phileo love?
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Can natural, fallen man do anything that is spiritually good?
No amount of 'righteous works' can save a person, since no one can achieve the utter perfection God requires. We all, save Christ, have sinned and fallen...
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Anonymous
Can natural, fallen man do anything that is spiritually good?
Can a non-Christian without the Holy Spirit do anything spiritually good, such as glorifying God, seeking God, praising God, obeying God, fearing God, pursui...
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by RICK PORTER
, Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God
Does Galatians 3:27 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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Kevin, I don't know from your comment if you are responding to my comments by saying physical baptism is required for salvation and all the things your...
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Kevin Honeycutt
, Servant of Jesus Christ
Does Galatians 3:27 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
Here is what the Bible tells us that baptism does from Romans. Romans 6:3-11, "3Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were...
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gary mcpherson
, follower of Christ
What year was Jesus Christ born?
Zechariah father of John the Baptist being the Hebrew temple priest by tradition went to the temple during the month of June to pray to God and was told by...
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Steven Scott
, Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry
What is the multiverse theory?
I really don't believe there is life anywhere else but on earth. If there were life elsewhere, they would also need to be saved. Jesus would have to go to...
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by Kevin Honeycutt
, Servant of Jesus Christ
Does Galatians 3:27 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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Amen, Sir!!!
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by Barbara Wilson
, Retired Nurse
What are 'the Stations of the Cross'?
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Amen, and amen.
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Was Judas Iscariot forgiven / saved?
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Jesus also specifically mentions that Judas was 'lost,' or more literally 'destroyed away,' but the other 11 were not lost. While Jesus was alive, all were...
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by Anthony Clinton
, Teacher in China
Was Judas Iscariot forgiven / saved?
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Danny Hickman Exactly what is your point? my point is that "Judas by transgression fell". My question to you is "What did he fall from?" if you think he...
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dale dorsett
How does the geologic timescale fit with the view of a young earth?
In the so-called scientific community in my lifetime, I have seen shifts in approach and compliance and reasoning that is disturbing. It is interesting how...
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Is saying OMG or words like 'geez' still taking the Lord's name in vain?
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How can we express our doubt to God without offending Him (Malachi 2:17; 3:14-15)?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the difference between peace and joy?
To me, joy is a more visible and emotive concept than peace that is more readily reflected and apparent in behavior, and one that can transcend external...
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RICK PORTER
, Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God
Does Galatians 3:27 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
I totally agree with Mr. Houdmann, that Context is everything in the study of what Scripture is saying.Pulling out one verse without seeing all the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Does the fact that "the way of faith has come" mean the Old Testament, regarding ways of life, are for historical reference only?
The concept noted in the verse cited in the question is repeated multiple times in the New Testament. The point being made is that, now that Christ has come,...
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What is the symbolism of the Garden of Eden?
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Was Judas Iscariot forgiven / saved?
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Bro Clinton Judas' name was never recorded in any book and erased; he was never redeemed because he never repented. He showed by his reaction to Jesus' death...
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Does the fact that "the way of faith has come" mean the Old Testament, regarding ways of life, are for historical reference only?
Is the Old Testament obsolete now that the Messiah, as predicted in the OT, has come?
Galatians 3:25
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Joshua Babbitt
Should Christians celebrate birthdays?
1. When the Bible mentions birthdays it's the heathen who are celebrating them. 2. Birthdays have you focus on yourself instead of others, setting a bad...
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by Angel karing
What is holy magic hair?
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Does this teaching/belief have anything to do with Sampson?
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by ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
Will we experience time in heaven?
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Rev 15:3 mentions singing in Heaven so there must be a time factor involved where one has singing. I also suspect that we will dance before the Lord in...
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Lawrence wong
, Disciple of iEsou ("Yeh-sou") christou
Are faith healers for real? Does a faith healer heal with the same power as Jesus?
The question is: “Are faith healers for real? Does a faith healer heal with the same power as Jesus?” I have a few thoughts: (1) Are faith healers for real?...
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Salvador Silva
Is the United States a Christian nation?
John 18:36 Jesus answered, "My kingship is not of this world; if my kingship were of this world, my servants would fight, that I might not be handed over to...
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by Salvador Silva
Did Jesus go to hell between His death and resurrection?
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100% I believe that Jesus is God. While on earth Jesus has two major characters that sometimes we forget; they are "100% God and 100% human". So, it was His...
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by Jermaine Land
Why do Jehovah's Witnesses refuse blood transfusions?
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The reason why they choose not to do blood transfusions is because the blood is full of germs. Now example Arthur Ashe the famous tennis player, became ill...
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Billye Miles Seale
Why did Jesus have to die?
Before Jesus was born, lived, and died, God had made Himself known to man by the things He had created. Romans 1:20 NIV "For since the creation of the world...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Was Judas Iscariot forgiven / saved?
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Right on Beth! Good point; I totally agree and believe your comment is needed here. The Got Questions Supporter is spot on in the answer of Judas' status at...
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Eric Acevedo
Who are the "other sheep"?
In order to know who the other sheep are, one needs to know who God calls sheep and for that we need to go back to the prophets in the old testament. Ezekiel...
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Atwebembeire Rodgers
What is the the significance of Jesus saying, "Where the corpse is, vultures will gather" in Mathew 24?
My opinion is that Jesus is pointing to many who will run to look for false prophets. Many will run to the false prophets and Christs where there is no life...
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What should we learn from the life of James, the brother of Jesus?
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What does it mean 'to live is Christ' (Philippians 1:21)?
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Why should I not commit suicide?
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Didn't the Old Testament punish blasphemy with death? How is that different from radical Islam?
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What is the symbolism of the Garden of Eden?
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by Angel karing
What are some encouraging Bible verses?
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Amen, amen, amen... blessings to you my brother James
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Who is the 'spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience'?
The phrase "the spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience" is a further description of the being referred to in the preceding phrase in the verse...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How should a Christian view sports / athletics?
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Just for the record: Athletes didn't only recently begin to get drunk, do drugs, get into fights, and do all the rest that they do, they, like many other...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How young is too young to be in a romantic relationship?
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"Marriage is the only time you should be in a romantic relationship." In my opinion, this comment is an example of why many people close their minds to the...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How should Christians discipline their children? What does the Bible say?
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Not everyone has the temperament to physically discipline children. Some parents have anger management issues and should "swear off" physical correction of...
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Anonymous
Who is the 'spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience'?
Who is the 'spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience'?
Ephesians 2:2
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How will I know when I have found the perfect spouse for me?
In my opinion, you won't know when you find the "perfect" spouse because you won't find the perfect spouse for yourself; no person is "perfect." You can...
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What did Jesus mean when He said to 'not cast your pearls before swine'?