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  1. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  2. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  3. What's the meaning of this "flying scroll"? (5:1)
  4. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  5. Why include a final warning about adding or subtracting from this book? Revelation 22:18-19
  6. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  7. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  8. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  9. What does judgment mean in this passage?
  10. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?


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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can we prevent our young people from losing faith?

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I leaned early on that most of those I thought were friends, were having parties that would only lead me down the wrong path. I had a good knowledge of the...

May 08 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

How do I start speaking in tongues after accepting christ and seeing the wonders of His works?

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Healings, even raising the dead, are often spoken of by missionaries to third world countries. We would not expect to see that much in first world countries...

May 08 2017

Answer by Mark Hadley

How do I start speaking in tongues after accepting christ and seeing the wonders of His works?

IF that particular set of gifts were still in effect, then ALL of them would still be in effect. One of the gifts was raising the dead. I haven't seen that...

May 08 2017 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why is salvation by works a commonly held viewpoint by non-believers, and some believers as well?

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All of the answer from Michael can be condensed in two sentences at the end of his long answer. "Good works do not contribute to salvation, but they will...

May 08 2017

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What does it mean to honor my father and mother?

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Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?

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What does the Bible say about astrology or the zodiac? Is astrology something a Christian should study?

May 08 2017

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Do we receive mansions in heaven?

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What is the unholy trinity in the end times?

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If I obey the Old Testament Law (Torah) today, am I pleasing God or the devil?

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Why is praising God important?

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Why didn't the disciples always recognize Jesus after His resurrection?

May 08 2017

Comment by Tony Flores , Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ

What is the origin of the different ethnicities among the human race?

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The difference is that we relate to the physical and make a big deal about it, while God deals with the Spirit and the heart, which if you think about it,...

May 08 2017

Comment by Steve Schneider , Deacon in The Lord's Church

Is it wrong for a couple to live together before marriage?

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Irene, I think mature adults would agree with you and I certainly agree that the risk is high. I have three daughters and have stressed this point as well as...

May 08 2017

Answer by JD Abshire

Why does the power of God bring salvation to the Jews first?

"For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the...

May 07 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by RICK PORTER , Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God

What is the key to truly experiencing God?

To have a mind or head knowledge of something is not to experience that something. Suppose you have always wanted to go to a certain place or to do a certain...

May 07 2017 6 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Is it true that life and death is in the power of the tongue?

May 07 2017

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

Why does the power of God bring salvation to the Jews first?

I don't think that Paul is using "first" here in a sense of priority, but with respect to chronology as far as the preaching of the gospel, which was the...

May 07 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Why does the power of God bring salvation to the Jews first?

I find this verse confusing. Is it saying that God prioritises Jews over Gentiles?

Romans 1:16

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Answer by Andre Favron

How literally should we take the dimensions of Heaven mentioned in Rev. 21:16-17?

The dimensions of this city are often described as being a cube. I would like to propose a different "shape" that I believe fits into a design that God seems...

May 07 2017 3 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 does the Bible teach about speaking in tongues?

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When the Apostles spoke to those who assembled at the premises of the Upper Room hearing the peculiar sound as of a rushing mighty wind each one of the...

May 07 2017

Answer by RUFUS DOZIER , LOVER OF OUR LORD, JESUS CHRIST

What are these "things" or "life-styles" the Gentiles were asked to abstain from in Acts 15:29?

My belief is based on the destination of the blood. When eaten are drank it goes into the digestive tract and apparently has no life-saving purpose other...

May 07 2017 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Vattachal-Vadakketil Thomas John alias V T John , Rtd Joint.Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Kerala. India

On what day was Jesus crucified?

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The Jews have their day commencing at 6.00 PM as per our system and ending at 5.59 PM on the next day. As per this system Friday commences at 6.00 PM of...

May 07 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How do I identify my spiritual gift?

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The greatest gift we have all been given, for those of us that have trusted Christ as our only savior, is the free gift of salvation. The free gift of the...

May 07 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Who or what is the Spirit of God?

The spirit of God is given to us when we believe the gospel of our salvation. The gospel is given many places, but First Corinthians 15:1-4 gives the gospel....

May 07 2017 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What is the main message or messages to learn from Luke 16:1-13 about the dishonest steward?

The heart of the struggle for clarity with this parable begins when Jesus says 'the master PRAISES the Stewart for his shrewdness' (dishonesty). Therein lies...

May 07 2017 2 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the Torah?

Torah is a Hebrew word meaning "to instruct." The Torah refers to the five books of Moses in the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus,...

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Why didn't the disciples always recognize Jesus after His resurrection?

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Is it wrong for a couple to live together before marriage? Does God have one specific person for you to marry?

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What is Ash Wednesday?

May 07 2017

Comment by Terry Gillard , Worship Leader and Engineer

What does the Bible teach about speaking in tongues?

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With great respect, tongues in a biblical context is very clearly a spoken language, spoken by a person moved by the Holy Spirit. There are numerous...

May 07 2017

Comment by Nicole Solanki

What is the origin of the different ethnicities among the human race?

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Yes, I have concluded this at a young age, agree 100%.

May 07 2017

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Is christening in the Bible?

May 07 2017

Answer by RICK PORTER , Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God

What does it mean that all have sinned?

If God didn't demand complete purity and holiness for entrance into a perfect, sinless Heaven, for if Heaven has a sin presence it would be no different than...

May 06 2017 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Tim Thornton , Bible student, unprofitable servant

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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No one is chosen because they believe, they believe because they were chosen You quote half of Jn.6:37 if you understand the the first half, "All that the...

May 06 2017

Comment by michelle perry , am a lowly servant and believer of Jesus Christ

How does God see me in Christ?

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This is a beautiful explanation of this question and brings tears to the eyes and made me cry as it really hit the spot for me and thank you for putting it...

May 06 2017

Comment by Pastor Shaun Bridgens , Pastor - Vineyard Ministries, Phd.Theo, ATS Theological Sem.

Should we tithe off our gross or net income?

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Shalom I have deep respect for your views and hope they serve as decent guidelines for yourself. While we focus so much on the Tithing concept and how its...

May 06 2017

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

Why does God create people when He knows they are going to go to hell?

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Jennifer has it correct! There is not a conflict! GOD is omniscient and therefore knows who(m) will respond and 'come unto ME as like a child'. Adam and Eve...

May 06 2017

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

Why does God create people when He knows they are going to go to hell?

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Michael, my brother, boy am I late in finding this answer of that is one of your very best! I gave you a vote and a Favorite star that needs to be noted much...

May 06 2017

Answer by Kenneth Heck

Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?

In my opinion, the answer to the question is yes. The foremost alternative to believing in the virgin birth was expressed by the Jews in John 8:41 "... We be...

May 06 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible teach about speaking in tongues?

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I believe you have about covered it JD. Now days we preach in other languages so that others can hear the gospel and be saved. There are several really good...

May 06 2017

Comment by Lawrie Yinka

What does the Bible say about cremation? Should Christians be cremated?

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I would say follow the example of Christ. He died, He was buried (but He rose again on the third day - Hallelujah). Jesus wasn't cremated.

May 06 2017

Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

When we are saved are we assured of going to heaven?

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Brother Kraft, the Bible is very clear about works and faith - please read below: "What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not...

May 06 2017

Comment by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

When we are saved are we assured of going to heaven?

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What "brethren" was Abraham justified for when he began to sacrifice Isaac? Faith is the foundation of our salvation, yes. And the body is good works. You...

May 06 2017

Comment by Myrtle Linder , I am 86 years old and retired but not from workning for GOD!

What does the Bible say about unforgiveness?

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Forgiveness has never been a problem for me, If you do me wrong, in any way, that is your problem, it does not bother me, I do not hold grudges, I am still...

May 06 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

When we are saved are we assured of going to heaven?

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There are those that do not bear any fruit like the man that was sleeping with his fathers wife in Corinthians. He was turned over to Satan to kill his body,...

May 06 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is Armstrongism? Is the Worldwide Church of God a cult?

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Ephesians 2:13 When we trusted Christ as our personal savior, that He died for all our sin, then we are sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise. That means a...

May 06 2017