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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 is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  4. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  5. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  6. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  7. What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28
  8. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14
  9. How much did soldiers get paid? 2 Chronicles 25:6
  10. Who is speaking in Malachi 3?


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

How can I know myself?

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JD, a long overdue --I just stumbled upon this question-- compliment for your really wise and bible strong answer! Yep, spending time reading, hearing,...

April 10 2017

Comment by Angel karing

What does science know that the Bible spoke of first?

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Great answers emo!

April 10 2017

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

Who can be saved?

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Kudos, my Brother! This is one of your better answers that I have happened to have read! A vote up and a hearty Kudos! --Andy--

April 10 2017

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

What does it mean 'to live is Christ' (Philippians 1:21)?

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Good answer, James! So, a vote up and a Kudos! Truly, living this life as a child of God; a Christian!...is for real and "It s the joy of our salvation to...

April 10 2017

Comment by Susan Jeavons

What types of worship songs are biblically acceptable?

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You are quite welcome Kelli. Blessings!

April 10 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why should I not commit suicide?

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Committing suicide is sin. But for the believer all sin has been paid for. So even one who commits the sin can not be condemned because Jesus paid for all...

April 10 2017

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

Why can't I stop sinning?

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Great answer Michael Houdmann! And, a really good comment Daniel. You are correct: "All things are possible to the one who believes." --Andy--

April 10 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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We do receive salvation the moment we first believe. However, salvation is an 'already and not yet' reality. This is why some verses say we 'have been' saved...

April 10 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean 'to live is Christ' (Philippians 1:21)?

When Christ died, we died with Him. Yet we still live by faith in the Son of God Who gives us new life in Him. So we are already dead but our life is hidden...

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Answer by Tom Smith

When Jesus spoke about the conditions for divorce in Matthew 5:31-32, did this apply to just men, or to women, as well?

Divorce: You are going against God's Will if you (man or woman) divorce your wife or husband! Please read 1 Corinthians 7:10-11. Separation for the sake of...

April 10 2017 Follow Vote Up

Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

Does Hebrews 10:26 mean that a believer can lose salvation?

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The reason the Jews did not ‘gather under’ Him is because they did not believe He was their mother hen (Shepherd) but rather they saw Him as an imposter....

April 10 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to work out salvation with fear and trembling (Philippians 2:12)?

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It is God through His holy spirit that works in us to work out what He has given us to do. We learn through the reading of His word and the spirit that lives...

April 10 2017

Answer by J Steele

Does a person have to attend church to go to heaven?

Heaven isn't built on buildings, and people sitting in the pew. Salvation doesn't depend on singing hymns on Sunday morning. None of the disciples were saved...

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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Vineyard?

April 10 2017

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How can I experience true intimacy with God?

April 10 2017

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What will we look like in heaven?

April 10 2017

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What should we learn from the account of Samson and Delilah?

April 10 2017

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What is the meaning of those who were raised to life at Jesus death?

April 10 2017

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What is the meaning of the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price?

April 10 2017

Question by jack Campbell

When Jesus spoke about the conditions for divorce in Matthew 5:31-32, did this apply to just men, or to women, as well?

Jesus said, “You have heard the law that says, ‘A man can divorce his wife by merely giving her a written notice of divorce.’ But I say that a man who divorc...

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Answer by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

What does it mean, "In those days people will live in the houses they build and eat from the fruit of their own vineyards"?

Isaiah the prophet was writing during a certain era and to a specific audience. His objective was to give a message of hope that even though things appeared...

April 10 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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When do we get the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:38 Repent is the word metanoia which means to change you mind and believe the gospel. Then we get the...

April 10 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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It is not our faith that saves us, but the object of our faith. Jesus is our righteousness. It is the good news of the gospel of free grace. There is no...

April 10 2017

Question by Mary Moran

How can a person observe passover by oneself?

Mark 14:1 - 72

1 Vote April 10 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Kelli Trujillo , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

What types of worship songs are biblically acceptable?

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Susan, I appreciate your heart to forgive so quickly, and also your boldness to point out what you found offensive. I decided to revise my original answer....

April 10 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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Jn 6:40: "Moreover, this is the will of my Father [some manuscripts 'the one who sent me'], in order that everyone beholding (present active participle) the...

April 10 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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Greek tenses do not always perfectly align with English, but they contain a lot of information. For the basics, the present tense in Greek represents...

April 10 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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In Matthew 24:13 Jesus was talking about the tribulation saints that will have to persevere and not take the mark of the beast to be saved. The Church age...

April 10 2017

Comment by Susan Jeavons

What types of worship songs are biblically acceptable?

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Thank you Kelli. I appreciate your kindness and accept your apology. God bless you, Your sister in Christ Susan Maree Jeavons

April 10 2017

Comment by JD Abshire

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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Amen James! The Bible is chock full of types, antitypes and symbology. As the snake bitten Isralites looked upon the Brazen serpent they lived. Not hope so,...

April 10 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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Jennifer; You changed the wording from have eternal life to hold. If we can not perish, that means we can not die the second death, and it says we have...

April 10 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to leave and cleave?

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I think the best thing that ever happened to my wife and I when we were first married is that the Lord led us 150 miles away from both our parents. We had no...

April 09 2017

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

What does the Bible say about snake handling? Should we be handling snakes in church?

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I do understand the authenticity controversy Mark 16:9-20. Handling snakes to show or prove faith is wrong on so many counts. We do not test God. Matthew 4:7...

April 09 2017

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What is biblical stewardship?

April 09 2017

Comment by Anthony Clinton , Teacher in China

Does Hebrews 10:26 mean that a believer can lose salvation?

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The opportunity to believe is never created by the respondent; the opportunity to believe comes totally from God. However, the choice is always the...

April 09 2017

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What does the Bible say about being a servant / servanthood?

April 09 2017

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

What is the true gospel?

All the answers are very well presented, I believe we can see The Gospel like this: G- God's Kingdom Came to Man, O-Open to All Believers, S-SPIRIT of God...

April 09 2017 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mirela Kolak

Who was the Joshua in Zechariah 3:1-10?

A high priest (called Joshua in Haggai and Zechariah), son of Jehozadak and grandson of Seraiah. (Ezr 3:8; Ne 12:26; 1Ch 6:14) He was of the house of...

April 09 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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James, I did not change the wording of any verse nor remove 'eternal life.' I am using what the Greek words actually say, which is not always conveyed well...

April 09 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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When the Israelites we dying from the snake bites Moses made a brass snake on a pole, and anyone who looked up to it would be saved. It is the same with us...

April 09 2017

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Does everyone who prays in tongues speak the same language?

April 09 2017

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Is faith/confessing Christ a one time act that leads to salvation?

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April 09 2017

Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What is the difference between sin, as a concept, and individual sins?

A sin offering was a sacrifice, made according to the Mosaic Law, which provided atonement for sin. The Hebrew phrase for “sin offering” literally means “...

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Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

How does Matthew 27:9-10 fulfill prophecy?

The Old Testament prophecy stated in Zech. 11:12-13 fulfilled in Matthew 27:9-10. Some MSS and versions read "Zechariah" and others do not have either name....

April 09 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

Why do we need to believe in God?

Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved and your entire household" (Acts 16:31) The Bible is the record of God's dealings with man in the...

April 09 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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Why did Jesus direct this man in Luke 10:26 to the law as means of gaining eternal life?

April 09 2017

Comment by Kelli Trujillo , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

What types of worship songs are biblically acceptable?

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Susan, I thoroughly apologize. I certainly didn't mean to disrespect you or others. I was simply stating my preferences, and didn't realize my choice of...

April 09 2017

Comment by Susan Jeavons

What types of worship songs are biblically acceptable?

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Hi Kelli, You stated, "I just couldn’t get past the twangy din to truly enjoy the worship and enter into it." To each his own, however I must say I found...

April 09 2017