What is original sin?
Original sin was a lust after self-sufficient knowledge, a craving to shake off all external authority and work things out for himself. New Bible Commentary,...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is original sin?
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Resource - a book we all might like to look at sometime: A Holy Rebellion, T. Ice & R. Dean, Harvest House, 1990, pp. 55-56.
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Were Adam and Eve saved? How many children did Adam and Eve have? When were Adam and Eve created?
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What does the Bible say about flirting?
What does the Bible say about flirting? The Bible doesn't directly mention "flirting." Still, it offers principles guiding interactions, emphasizing pure...
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What does the Bible say about anger?
What does the Bible say about anger? The Bible teaches that anger itself isn't always sinful. Still, it becomes dangerous and sinful when uncontrolled,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that the Bible should be our sole authority for faith and practice?
What does it mean that the Bible should be our sole authority for faith and practice? Two scriptural points come to my mind as to why we should let the...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does the Holy Spirit "convict" born-again persons of sin?
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I don't believe, David, that we can find a specific Bible verse for this but by implication, I think He does.
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What does it mean that Jesus fulfilled the law, but did not abolish it?
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We are saved only through Jesus Christ and His sacrifice (Eph 2:8–9). However, the New Covenant does not abolish the Ten Commandments (TC), which are a...
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by Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Which religion came first, Christianity or Islam?
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What does it mean that Jesus fulfilled the law, but did not abolish it?
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When Jesus (Yeshua) died and rose from the grave, this event ushered in the New Covenant (Luke 22:20). The First (or Old) Covenant mentioned in Hebrews 8:7...
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by Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
What does it mean that Jesus fulfilled the law, but did not abolish it?
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When Jesus (Yeshua) died and rose from the grave, this event ushered in the New Covenant (Luke 22:20). The First (or Old) Covenant mentioned in Hebrews 8:7...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Which religion came first, Christianity or Islam?
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Paula, I like your opening 2 statements today: "Christianity began in the first century a.d., while Islam began in the seventh. How else could the Quran...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that our lives should be a testimony for Jesus?
What does it mean that our lives should be a testimony for Jesus? That our lives should be a testimony for Jesus means living in a way that reflects His...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that Jesus died for our sins?
That Jesus died for our sins means Christians believe his death was a sacrificial act, a divine payment for humanity's wrongdoing (sin) to reconcile people...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that Jesus is our Wonderful Counselor?
What does it mean that Jesus is our Wonderful Counsellor? Isaiah 9:6 - ESV: 6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be...
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Timothy Maas
How could a prophet's execution be justified? (Jeremiah 26:20-23)
Uriah's execution at King Jehoiakim's command could not be justified, any more than all persecution of genuine prophets or believers could or can (even to...
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What does the Bible say about worry?
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Does Colossians 1:22-23 mean if we do not continue in our faith in Christ, we lose our salvation?
No. Col 1:22–23 does not teach loss of salvation. Paul is reminding believers to remain anchored in the hope of the gospel that they already believed unto...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is ungodliness?
God's judgment will be on the ungodly. In this life: As described in Proverbs 11:31, 1:28-33 (28 "Then they will call upon me, but I will not answer; they...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega?
What does it mean that Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega? "The Alpha and the Omega" (Α and Ω) are the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet,...
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by Leslie Coutinho
Is Jesus Christ coming back any time soon?
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Revelation 19:1 And after these things I heard a great voice of much people in heaven, saying Al-lelu’-ia; Salvation, and glory, and honour, and power, unto...
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How can the spirit help us in our weakness? Romans 8:26
Dandam, you've asked a very relevant question! The Holy Spirit empowers God’s people for service. The Spirit does not just comfort. He equips. “There are...
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Mark Vestal
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Who are called or not called? Aren’t ALL called?
Hebrews 9:15 says Christ is mediator of a new covenant so that “those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance,” and it immediately...
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Why should we read the Bible / study the Bible?
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What does it mean that Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath?
What does it mean that Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath? The phrase "the Lord of the Sabbath" is found in Matthew 12:8, Mark 2:28, and Luke 6:5. In all three...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that Jesus is King of kings and Lord of lords?
What does it mean that Jesus is King of kings and Lord of lords? Rev 19:16 ESV: "And he hath on his garment and on his thigh a name written, KINGS OF KINGS,...
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Who are called or not called? Aren’t ALL called?
Heb. 9:15: "Therefore he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, since a death has occu...
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What does it mean that Jesus saves?
What does it mean that Jesus saves? "Jesus saves" means Christians believe Jesus's death and resurrection provide salvation from sin, spiritual death, and...
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Why did Jesus say, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"
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What were the different missionary journeys of Paul?
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What is Islam, and what do Muslims believe?
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Why was Israel cursed with forty years of wilderness wandering?
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Did Constantine change the Sabbath from Saturday to Sunday?
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What does it mean to pray without ceasing?
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Why does Scripture emphasize the right hand of God?
Scripture emphasizes the right hand of God as a powerful symbol of His supreme authority, honour, power, signifying His active presence, protection,...
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How can I get to know God better?
How can I get to know God better? The great news is that we have access to knowing God through: 1: The Holy Spirit. 2: Studying the Word. 3: Participating in...
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Leslie Coutinho
Where was Zechariah when he wrote this book?
Zechariah 1:1-2: In the eighth month, in the second year of Da-ri’-us, came the word of the Lord unto Zech-a-ri’-ah, the son of Ber-e-chi’-ah, the son of Id’...
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How can I get better at forgiving and loving others?
How can I get better at forgiving and loving others? Forgive Yourself First: You cannot fully love or forgive others if you are trapped in self-blame and...
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Can a Christian lose salvation?
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by Timothy Walker
Did Jesus have blood in his body after the resurrection?
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At the ascension of our Lord into heaven in Acts chapter 1, the messenger from heaven told our Lord‘s disciples these words: "This same Jesus which you see...
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Donna Williams
How can I get better at forgiving and loving others?
Dear Anonymous, first allow me to say that I commend you for being transparent, and I too have struggled with forgiveness in times past. However, it is...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is a prophet in the Bible?
What is a prophet in the Bible? In the Bible, a prophet is a human chosen by God to be His spokesperson, delivering divine messages, calling people to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Is the Bible a fairy tale?
Is the Bible a fairy tale? In short, the answer is NO: In 2nd Timothy 3:16 Paul tells us (ESV), "Every scripture inspired of God is also profitable for...
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Billy P Eldred
How can I know for sure that I will go to Heaven when I die?
Great question every Christian should ask. Thankfully, Jesus himself answered this question for us. I will get to that answer shortly. Most Christians...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
What is the plan of salvation / way of salvation?
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Thank you, Jack! It is a (THE) powerful declaration of God's love for us...THE Truth that indeed sets us free.
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What is the Bishops' Bible?
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Thanks for the enlightening update. You could perhaps have specified in detail areas of specific distinction between the Bishops Bible and the Geneva Bible....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the plan of salvation / way of salvation?
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Mark, I liked your opening statement about 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 -- "For I passed on to you as of first importance what I also received—that Christ died for...