How does Genesis 38:9 relate to masturbation, or not?
My understanding is that the sin being addressed here is that Oman was denying Judah's son an heir; not that he was performing an immoral sexual act.
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What is the meaning of the word "Hallelujah"?
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Why does God allow natural disasters, i.e., earthquakes, hurricanes, and tsunamis?
Jesus, as one part of the Triune God, stated unequivocally that His Kingdom is not of this world. John 18:36 This is not God's world, it is man's world....
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In the book of Job of the bible why is Elihu not guilty before God?
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Jennifer, thanks for your correction. They were actually four in number including Elihu. I reckon that my answer is rather brief and did not adequately...
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John Matthews
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Does God ever use a natural disaster to punish people or nations?
Your question is in the present tense. Did God use natural disasters to punish people or nations? Yes, in many places in the Old Testament. And, not only by...
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by Tony Flores
, Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ
Are all of the Ten Commandments equal in importance?
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Yes, if you break one Commandment, the Bible says you have broken all, sin is sin and there is no such thing as a little sin ir a big sin, the only...
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What is the Nazarene Church, and what do Nazarenes believe?
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What is a carnal Christian?
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What should we learn from the life of Job?
I believe the following are the main lessons we can learn from the life of Job: 1. Bad things can happen to good people. Our so called righteousness means...
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Thomas K M
, A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.
Why is the Virgin Birth so important?
The Bible says in Isaiah 7:14` Therefore the Lord Himself shall give you a sign: Behold, the young woman who is unmarried and a virgin shall conceive and...
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by Barbara Wilson
, Retired Nurse
What is the significance of Satan using the act of beheading the Believers in Rev 20?
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This makes sense, JD. Thanks...
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by John Smith
How does Jesus define killing and murder in the New Testament?
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Yes, John "Contrary to the Christian concept of "Thou shall not Kill", our Federal Government and 31 States have a valid death penalty statute. Many citizens...
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Kenneth Heck
What is the meaning of the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price?
The hidden treasure represents the treasures in heaven we store up for ourselves (Matt 6:20), especially when we sell everything we have, give to the poor,...
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Kenneth Heck
What are the times of the Gentiles?
The times of the Gentiles began with the conquest of the kingdom of Judah by the Babylonians in 586 BC and represents the conquest and domination of the Holy...
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Which hills is the psalmist referring to in Psalm 121:1?
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Why did God require animal sacrifices in the Old Testament?
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What sin came into the world through one man?
Both sin and death came by Adam's transgression of Gen. 2:17. In Rom. 5:12-21 Paul shows that the consequences of Christ's obedience extend as far as Adam's...
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
What are the times of the Gentiles?
By "the times of the Gentiles" we mean, the administration of the Gentiles, as the rod of chastening upon Israel, to further God's purpose concerning them....
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, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
What is "the fullness of the Gentiles" mentioned in Romans 11?
By the times of the Gentiles we mean the administration of the Gentiles, as the rod of chastening upon Israel, to further God's purpose concerning them. It...
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
In the book of Job of the bible why is Elihu not guilty before God?
Elihu was a descendant of Buz, the second son of Nahor, the brother of Abraham (Gen. 22:20-21). Elihu must have been a very young man to be calling Job and...
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Craig Mcelheny
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What is "the fullness of the Gentiles" mentioned in Romans 11?
The fullness of the Gentiles comes in at the very end of this Age. It will be the end of the dispensation in which God is saving a people for Himself, by...
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What events took place on Saturday before Resurrection Sunday?
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1 Peter 3:18-20 is simply saying that Christ through the Holy Spirit was present while Noah preached; using the holy Spirit, He appealed to them to repent...
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Craig Mcelheny
, Christian Author
What are the times of the Gentiles?
“The times of the Gentiles” is this current dispensation, commonly referred to as the Church Age. It began with John the Baptist’s preaching of the gospel,...
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Aurel Gheorghe
Are our mind and soul one and the same entity?
The short answer is NO, the mind and soul are two very different things. Scripture gives a simple equation for the nature of humans: Body (dust of the...
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
In the book of Job of the bible why is Elihu not guilty before God?
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Minor note: There were actually four friends of Job that spoke. Elihu was the youngest one that God did not rebuke, since his argument was that God was just...
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What does it mean in Rom 3:27 that boasting is excluded because of the law that requires faith?
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
What is a carnal Christian?
Paul prevented from speaking to the Corinthians as unto spiritual people (1 Cor. 1-3) because they were still carnal, still babes in Christ meaning their...
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
Who can judge God?
The kingdom of God universal--God is the Supreme Moral Governor of the universe, and everything in harmony with Him (Job 38:1-22; Dan. 4:17,25,32,35). ...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
In the book of Job of the bible why is Elihu not guilty before God?
Job suffered devastating destruction in various dimensions as Satan attacked him and his family. He lost his children and his entire wealth and and was...
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Are our mind and soul one and the same entity?
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Selva, really well written and 'scripture-strong' answer! Kudos and a Vote-Up! --Andy--
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by Michael Tinsley
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How can I know God's will for my life? What does the Bible say about knowing God's will?
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Andy, thank you for your kind comments on my answer. So far it seems you're the only one who found it beneficial, (smile). I have been trying to remember...
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What is the meaning of the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price?
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What does it mean in Rom 3:27 that boasting is excluded because of the law that requires faith?
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Should married Christians wear wedding rings?
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Thanks Andy. I also believe wearing a wedding band shows others that we are taken. Do not hit on me or my wife because we are already committed to each...
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What is the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives today?
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How do I know what is God's will for my life?
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What is the significance of Satan using the act of beheading the Believers in Rev 20?
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In addition to what has already been stated, I don't think we can discount radical Islam. It goes without saying what their long range goal and intentions...
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What does the Hebrews 10:26 mean concerning 'willful sin?'
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Why is the resurrection of Jesus Christ important?
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Excellent answer, Mr. Mari. 'Christ is our risen Lord! He is our atonement! He is our substitute and propitiation for what He did for you, me and all of our...
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Does Hebrews 10:26 mean that a believer can lose salvation?
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What is the meaning of the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price?
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Why did God require animal sacrifices in the Old Testament?
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Does God have a 'specific will' for each one of us?
God is never in haste because all things are under His sovereign control. This knowledge will keep us from panicking. Abraham's impatience brought forth...
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Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?
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Does God have a 'specific will' for each one of us?
I believe that God does have a specific will for each of us, but it is not an unalterable or inevitable state. People still have a (fallen) free will of...
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by Myron Robertson
, Seeking God's heart
What does the Bible say about how darkness appeared in the beginning? Did it coexist with God? or, was it created just like anything else?
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Nothing you say here changes the fact that the darkness was created, whether out of nothing, as you claim bara means or out of God himself, as scripture...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares?
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When we enter in by the door of faith alone, we go in and turn around, and look at the other side of the door, and it says, John 15:16 Ye have not chosen me,...