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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  3. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  4. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  5. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  6. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  7. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  8. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  9. What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28
  10. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14


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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Jesus did not die on a stake, He died on a cross. I hope you are not talking about the new world order that is coming in the earth to deceive many. The new...

May 02 2017

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Is God imaginary?

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What does 'blessed are the merciful' mean?

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Why did Jesus tell Peter to 'feed my sheep' in John 21?

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

How does an individual know if he or she is talking to God or the devil?

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Thank you for your past, present and all future prayers for my family and I. Boy' oh'boy!...do we ever need God's divine blessings at this immediate time!...

May 02 2017

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

Is there such a thing as absolute truth / universal truth?

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Brother Houdmann...Wow! What an incredible answer! And to my special Bro. Michael Tinsley: I didn't realize you were so gifted in science knowledge! I have...

May 01 2017

Comment by JD Abshire

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Brother James, Let's look at the whole verse 2 Peter 3:9: "The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to...

May 01 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?

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The 1611 KJV translation is an English translation. It added the Greek word si (if) without any manuscript basis. It also changes parapesontas (having fallen...

May 01 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?

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I just read it from the 1611 KJV, and it says if. Compared to all other scripture it is giving a case that it is impossible for a believer to be lost....

May 01 2017

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

Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

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Thank you my brother, Michael Tinsley for prayers for me and also for your 'Bible-strong' answers -and- commentary. Life and surviving financially has never...

May 01 2017

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

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Bob, the only sin the scriptures say that cannot be forgiven is not unbelief but blaspheming The Holy Spirit, by attributing Jesus miracles and healings to...

May 01 2017

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

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Thank you for voting up my comments, you are right in what I am saying. We can get bogged down in theological minutia and sometimes miss the simplicity of...

May 01 2017

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

Who am I in Christ?

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Kudos!...to both of my brothers Mr. Houdmann --and-- Mr. Michael Tinsley for such a great answer and a tremendous commentary!!! This is one of best I've read...

May 01 2017

Comment by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Did God make atonement for all? No. Not for people who do not believe in Him. Is unbelief a sin? Yes: (John 16:9; Heb 3:12; John 3:18; Rev 21:8, etc). All...

May 01 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Scripture doesn't claim that Jesus atoned for all men. It says He was the propitiation (atoning sacrifice) for the sins of the whole world (I Jn 2:2.) That's...

May 01 2017

Answer by Reggie byrum

Did Jesus have long hair?

Jesus of Nazareth---the Nazarene law concerning hair: Refrain from cutting the hair on one's head; but to allow the locks of the head's hair to grow.

May 01 2017 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Did Jesus have long hair?

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Jesus was from the city of Nazareth. It's not where he was born, but He grew up there. "and he went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled...

May 01 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

Salvation is limited to those who believe the gospel of our salvation. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that is all of us, that He gave His only Son,...

May 01 2017 4 Comments 15 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why do so many preachers' kids walk away from the faith?

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DW, very true what you wrote! I know of a preacher's kid similar to just what you describe when I was young. -Andy-

May 01 2017

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What does "power had gone out from him" mean?

May 01 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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I think he might mean that it is 'man-made' terms that are not in scripture, vs. scriptural terms. Atonement is in scripture, yes - but unlimited atonement...

May 01 2017

Answer by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

What should we learn from the golden calf incident in Exodus 32?

A very interesting aspect of this experience has significant prophetic value, in my opinion. We know the story, in general, as being that Moses went up the...

May 01 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Theological terms, however, are necessary. The term "Trinity' is not in the Bible, but that does not mean it is not true. In fact, Jehovah's Witnesses use...

May 01 2017

Answer by JD Abshire

Why does Psalm 51:5 say we are conceived in sin?

I believe the psalmist is referring to the moment of conception, the point at which the egg is fertilized and a new life has begun. "Wherefore, as by one man...

May 01 2017 3 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Salvatore LaRosa

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

You can lose your salvation if you renounce Christ or commit the unpardonable sin of grieving the Holy Spirit. Salvation is not a permanent no take away...

May 01 2017 16 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?

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"According to this interpretation, the key word in the passage is 'if' (verse 6). The writer of Hebrews is setting up a hypothetical statement: "IF a...

May 01 2017

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

Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

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James, let me be the first to give you a vote up and tell you that this is an 'on point' excellent 'Bible-strong' answer! Kudos, my brother! --Andy--

May 01 2017

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

Is there such a thing as absolute truth / universal truth?

My short answer is Yes! GOD'S HOLY WORD! "His Word is TRUTH!"(Psalms 119) This chapter in Psalms is a detailed attitude based outline in how to live, pursue...

May 01 2017 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What evidence is there to back the inclusion of Revelation in the canon of scripture?

The book of Revelation enjoyed a widespread, positive reception in the early church as a work of inspired scripture. Most also agreed that it was written by...

May 01 2017 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

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

Why does God hate sinners yet want to save sinners?

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James I am late in complimenting you on you testimony that is very similar to mine. His timing is never late and in my case, just in 'the nick-of-time'....

May 01 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

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If our salvation depends on us, then it does not depend on Christ alone. Jesus is our Sabbath rest. We have his righteousness given to us the minute we...

May 01 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

To many struggle with a lack of faith, because the church does not present the gospel the way Paul preached it. We are saved by grace, through faith, without...

May 01 2017 3 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Michael Morgan , Child of God saved by Grace

Should a Christian read romance novels?

In our daily choices we often balance between being legalistic and failing to honor the precious gift given us. Christ saved my life on November 26, 2000. I...

May 01 2017 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is gluttony a sin? What does the Bible say about overeating?

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Amen to that. We all have trouble in the flesh. First John 1:8. Romans 14:4 says we are not to judge our brother on doubtful things, as God is able go make...

May 01 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does the Bible give any one individual spiritual authority over another individual?

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But the leadership is not to Lord it over the laity. Some have become cults where the leader becomes the head over all and leads the flock astray. We are not...

May 01 2017

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

Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

It seems we who are born again believers are always coming up with theological "terms" that are not mentioned directly in scripture, then we want to debate...

May 01 2017 4 Comments 15 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by James Wilson

Do Christians have to keep asking for forgiveness for their sins?

Luke 11:1-4 One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught...

May 01 2017 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why does God allow natural disasters, i.e., earthquakes, hurricanes, and tsunamis?

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JD, I do not discount or lose sight of the Old Testament when assessing the New. I understand the Trinity. But I also understand that all three, Jesus, God...

May 01 2017

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What is mortification of sin or the flesh?

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Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What is the book of Revelation?

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The late dating (after 90AD) is usually based on tradition and an interpretation of a quote by Iraneaus, and later quotes referring to that interpretation....

May 01 2017

Answer by Jay Saunders

How can I gain a passion for winning souls?

Pray for devine appiontments with people in your spere of influence. Let the Holy Spirit bring them to you during your walk through life. When this happens,...

May 01 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Kirk Monigold

Does Satan have the power to control the weather?

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Need to be careful about that, the last thing you want to say is God had a 'reason' for an f5 tornado wiping out a community, or that it was God's will for...

May 01 2017

Question by Susan Jeavons

Why does Psalm 51:5 say we are conceived in sin?

If sex between a husband and wife is not a sin, then why/how are we conceived in sin?

Psalms 51:5

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

Who am I in Christ?

Who am I [are we] in Christ? I am the adopted child of God. The Lord God Almighty is my Daddy. I can spend time with him whenever I want and I always have...

May 01 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

We are saved by faith, but does true repentance for one's sin play a part in that?

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Thank you, JD! This was the most life changing 'pivotal' moment that made me completely into a new creation. I began to focus on Him and seek to know His...

May 01 2017

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