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

Why did God use the word "good" to describe what He created each day of Creation? What does the word "good" mean in this context?

Good means blessed because it was the creation of God himself! God has never created anything bad. It was the creation or the creature that thought itself or...

September 01 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

Is it wrong to pray the prayer of Jabez or other such prayers that Jesus didn't mention?

Any prayer used from the bible as a formula for getting God to do something positive for us is really trying to manipulate God - getting him to respond like...

September 01 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

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Ainsley, my Brother-IN CHRIST: You are so welcome and want to let you know how important it is for Christian people of and in the scientific community to...

September 01 2017

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Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

August 31 2017

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What is Heaven like?

August 31 2017

Answer by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

Why did God use the word "good" to describe what He created each day of Creation? What does the word "good" mean in this context?

Why did God use the word "good" to describe what He created each day of Creation? What does the word "good" mean in this context? The word “good” (ṭôḇ,...

August 31 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What did Jesus mean when He spoke of living water?

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Simply a beautiful answer by Brother Houdmann. A vote up and a favorite star! --Andy--

August 31 2017

Answer by Vernon Justus

Why didn't God see that 'it was good' after the second day of creation?

The reason is quite simple. God didn't actually create anything the second day, He only moved things around.

August 31 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Is the Church unfairly 'picking on' the homosexual community?

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A bill has passed the California state senate and is now moving through the Assembly that threatens jail time for anyone who refuses to use a transgender...

August 31 2017

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What is the American Standard Version (ASV)?

August 31 2017

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

Should a Christian practice yoga?

Yoga as we hear and witness is the physical training for the better functioning of our bodily tissues (both internal and external). These exercises have to...

August 31 2017 26 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Angel karing

Is priesthood ordination necessary since God ordained us before we were born? Was this statement only for Jeremiah or made to everyone alive?

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The question is, is this verse for everyone or just Jeremiah? Did God hand form us all in the womb, set us all apart and appoint us all as prophets to the...

August 31 2017

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Is total depravity biblical?

August 31 2017

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

Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

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Thanks Andy. I get so frustrated by some of the theories presented as fact by the scientific community in the popular media.At University, from day one, I...

August 31 2017

Question by Anonymous
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How do I know what gifts God gave me?

The Bible talks about us all having gifts, i.e the gift of discernment, the gift of teaching, the gift of speaking in tounges, etc. How do I know what my gi...

6 Votes August 31 2017 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by R K , Eighty plus year old still growing disciple

Why did God use the word "good" to describe what He created each day of Creation? What does the word "good" mean in this context?

Why did God use the word "good" to describe what He had created each day of Creation? I'm hoping you can provide a "working" definition of the word that wil...

Genesis 1:1 - 31

August 31 2017 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

Are Mormons Christians? Are Mormons saved?

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This is so true. They adapt to the culture around them instead of standing firm on their beliefs, which were supposedly God-given. This is another sign this...

August 31 2017

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

What is the 'church of Oprah'? Is Eckhart Tolle's 'New Earth' compatible with Christianity?

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I definitely concur with Michael and truly appreciate his courage to reveal the truth about such a well-known name who has millions of followers... Divine...

August 31 2017

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

Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

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Ainsley, simply one of your very best. God has given special intellectual gifts and you bring Glory to Him with your knowledge based answers that are both...

August 31 2017

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Why were the men mentioned in 1 Samuel 21:5 considered holy since they had been kept from women?

August 31 2017

Answer by Jim Stevens

Why are Christians always arguing?

Sadly many Christians can easily fall into argumentative behavior thinking they are defending "the truth" (or something they think is truth). This behavior...

August 31 2017 2 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

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Thanks for you kind words Andy!

August 31 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the prayer of salvation?

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One of my favorite verses among many is this one. John 10:28 And I give unto them eternal life, and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them...

August 31 2017

Answer by Karen Sweeney

What is the exception clause for divorce?

I plan on studying your question out more in the future but at first thought, the scripture in 1 Cor is probably phrased in a way that meets the needs of the...

August 31 2017 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Ursula Monroe

What does it mean that Christians are not under the law?

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I agree with Mr Houndaman. Yes Jesus fulfilled the law so that everyone who accepts Him as their savior will be with Him in heaven. Jesus said that the...

August 31 2017

Comment by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

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Gerritt, thanks for the support. I likewise believe that this is not a salvation issue, but not everyone agrees with us on that assessment. That is what is...

August 31 2017

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How should a Christian deal with feelings of guilt regarding past sins, whether pre- or post-salvation?

August 30 2017

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What is the true gospel?

August 30 2017

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What is the Word of God?

August 30 2017

Comment by Kenneth Heck

Are Mormons Christians? Are Mormons saved?

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This emphasis on America is one of Mormonism's early features. Now, of the nearly 16 million global members, only about 6.7 members reside in the USA. I...

August 30 2017

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

What is Jacob's Ladder?

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Another great answer by Bro. Houdmann! And an excellent commentary by Bro. Gerritt! --Andy--

August 30 2017

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

What is the prayer of salvation?

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Another one Bro. Houdmann's excellent answers! --Andy--

August 30 2017

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

What is the prayer of salvation?

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James, my brother-IN Christ!; You were on a roll just 2 days ago!!! One of your best and so I gave you a vote up and a Favorite Star! --Andy--

August 30 2017

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

Do human beings truly have a free will?

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Really well done my brother! You just wrote one of my favorite of yours and so I give you a Vote-up --and-- a favorite star! --Andy--

August 30 2017

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

What is a word that would mean having faith in God's timing?

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And, yes we do need to exhibit humility and I also gave a Favorite Star as well. --Andy--

August 30 2017

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

What is a word that would mean having faith in God's timing?

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Jennifer, my sister, I happened upon your answer and just have to tell you that you gave excellence with very deep Bible knowledge and discernment of God's...

August 30 2017

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

What is the Word of God?

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Jeremiah, a really strong scripture based answer that is succintly well stated. Major points of emphasis are " Bible-strong! A Vote-Up and a Kudos I give...

August 30 2017

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

Why did Boaz not want anyone to know Ruth was at the threshing floor?

I would say that it would have been out of concern for Ruth's reputation and welfare (just as Boaz had also displayed earlier in Ruth 2:9 and Ruth 2:14-16)...

August 30 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

Are Mormons Christians? Are Mormons saved?

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A large part of the problem in Mormonism IS its emphasis on America. They claim that Jesus Christ came to North America but they have no evidence of that....

August 30 2017

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

Are Mormons Christians? Are Mormons saved?

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Frances, I say that the Holy Spirit is the author of Scripture because He inspired the men (and/or women) who wrote the actual text. He used the human...

August 30 2017

Answer by venkatesan Iyer

Why did Boaz not want anyone to know Ruth was at the threshing floor?

He did not want others to have a low opinion of Ruth and himself. The people will not know about the details of their conversation. They may spread false...

August 30 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Joseph Luna

Is hell literally a place of fire and brimstone?

We must never allow our opinions to prevent us from believing what God says in His word. None of us are qualified to differ from what the scriptures really...

August 30 2017 1 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Frantz Philossaint

What does it mean that an evil spirit from God came mightily upon Saul?

This is a really good question. The bible is clear in always having a answer. God is in no wise the author of evil or sin. It is clear that it originates...

August 30 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jay Saunders

What does the Bible say about being generous and giving to people in need when I have debts to pay?

Regardless of what people say, there is no requirement to tithe, although if you do you will never regret it. One reason is you will pay less in taxes to our...

August 30 2017 Follow Vote Up

Comment by frances Keene

Are Mormons Christians? Are Mormons saved?

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Cindy, the Bible is the inspired word of God , written by men, who were guided by the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit did not write it. Mormon religion is a...

August 30 2017

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

Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

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Thanks Aurel, Be assured the views are not combatable and anyone who thinks they are is not seriously looking at either. But coming back to unity, God's word...

August 30 2017

Comment by Paul Gerardi , Engineer, Student of the Word - living and written

Who are the Nicolaitans?

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This is also in concert with the associated phrase "way of Balaam" or "doctrine of Balaam": Using a position of spiritual respect (like a role as prophet, or...

August 30 2017