Gold Evangelist award!
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Why did Jesus direct this man in Luke 10:26 to the law as means of gaining eternal life?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
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David James
Since God withholds forgiveness, can we?
How does forgiving others line up with Jesus’ words in Matthew 18: "15 If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the offense. If the...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What would have happened if Adam and Eve had not touched the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil?
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JD, if Eve added to what God said, and was wrong to do so like you claim, then that means she had already lied before she ate of the forbidden tree! Do you...
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Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Why didn't God the Father or the Holy Spirit take the form of a human being to redeem mankind?
While there are of course shared characteristics among the Persons of the Godhead, each of the three seems to have a unique function. The Spirit and Son seem...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Does the Bible teach us to believe in ourselves?
Having faith in oneself is not inherently wrong, but the reason and origin behind it are crucial. The Bible teaches that we should have a positive self-image...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What stone did the builders reject? (Psalm 118:22)
Jesus makes the claim that he is the cornerstone from Psalm 118. The stone is a familiar image for God (Deuteronomy 32:4, Psalm 18:31, Isaiah 17:10, 26:4)...
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Zachary Campbell
What sorts of things can we pray for, for other Christians, following the example of Paul's prayer in Romans 15, (Romans 15:5-13?)
## Praying for Fellow Christians: Inspired by Romans 15:5-13: In Romans 15:5-13, Paul offers a beautiful prayer for fellow believers, highlighting several...
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Zachary Campbell
What does "abounding in hope" mean?
In the context of Romans 15:13, "abounding in hope" takes on a specific meaning based on the surrounding verses and Paul's broader message: **Key Context:**...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about setting goals?
Setting Goals? "Many a man has an excellent aim in life, but no ammunition." - C.C. Colton Here is some ammunition! Proverbs 21:5: “The plans of the diligent...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How do Christians today experience the fountain of life and God’s light? (Psalm 36:9)
“For with you is the fountain of life, in your light we see light.” Water (note “fountain”) and light are here metaphors for life. Thus, the verse could be...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does God give us glory? What does that mean?
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Also, in Nave's I learned about the GLORY OF GOD, as being exhibited in Christ -- John 1:14; 2 Corinthians 4:6; Hebrews 1:3. For example, Eric Liddell, of...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What did James mean he said to be doers of the word, and not hearers only?
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Like a child by the seashore Building castles in the sand Foolish dreams I have dreamed Day by day Leaving God out completely Till the day my castles grand...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean to be transformed by the renewing of the mind?
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Shirley, good answer, especially your Ephesians 4 reference. I have experienced the new life in Christ. I had a dark mind. Darkened in my understanding of...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who is Matthew 7:21-23 referring to?
Good question! The double use of the vocative, "Lord, Lord," is normally used in situations of high emotion or emphasis. Even an emphatic confession without...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is it okay to pray to the Lord for Him to restore the health of our pets, or is that too trivial for the Lord?
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Nikki, my heart breaks for you. I lost three myself. Losing your beloved pet is devastating. The only comfort I have is knowing that they are with Jesus and...
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Merle Mullet
, A farmer bears witness to the miracle of life each spring
Does the total depravity doctrine mean that nobody can seek God?
Total depravity is the human condition in which a person has moved beyond any possibility of redemption, unable to respond to God's invitation to seek and...
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by Daryl Salisbury
Why would Jesus need to return if when we die, we already go to heaven?
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The reason for the second coming of Christ is to eradicate the world of sin and the last enemy to be conquered is death.
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why are both wisdom and foolishness pictured as women in Proverbs?
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Michael, here is another thought on Proverbs 9:18 -- "Proverbs verse 18 is downright scary: 'But the men don't realize that her (Folly's) former guests are...
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Leslie Coutinho
How could a man born blind have committed sin at birth to deserve it?
John 9:2: And his disciples asked him, saying, "Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born blind?" Every child is God’s creation into...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What does patience look like in a marriage?
What does patience in a marriage look like? I'll make it real plain. It's keeping your cool for 50 years when you pull into the parking lot of the Piggly...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why do so many Christians not have a consistently biblical worldview?
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Worldview ~ a comprehensive conception or philosophy of the universe and of humanity's relation to it. Biblical ~ in accord with the Bible ~ Dictionary.com...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?
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When Jesus said 'unless you become like children you will not see God's kingdom,' he could have meant something other than what Aurel says he meant. Aurel...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
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How do Christians today experience the fountain of life and God’s light? (36:9)
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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How can I give myself fully to the work of the Lord according to 1 Cor. 15:58?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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Why did Jesus choose to be baptized by John the Baptist?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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How do Christians today experience the fountain of life and God’s light? (36:9)
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Pastor Shafer
Silver Teacher award!
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Why did Jesus choose to be baptized by John the Baptist?
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venkatesan Iyer
Is there a biblical explanation for some children's ability to supposedly recall past lives?
My opinion is that a child which claims identity of a (dead) person is a case of one overpowered by an evil spirit. Even religions like Hinduism, Jainism,...
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Sandra Santos
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
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How does God give us glory? What does that mean?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
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How does God give us glory? What does that mean?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
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How does God give us glory? What does that mean?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.
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What does the Bible say about a Christian staying single?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Silver Evangelist award!
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How much do we know about Matthew the disciple?
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why didn't God the Father or the Holy Spirit take the form of a human being to redeem mankind?
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I found the following commentary to be useful in addressing this question:...
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Zachary Campbell
Why appeal to the "name" of the Lord? (Psalm 31:3)
Calling upon the "name" of the Lord is insightful and prompts a multifaceted exploration. Here are some potential angles to consider: **Theological and...
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Arvind Gope
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?
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`(•¿•)' Thanx Mark!
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?
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`(•¿•)' Thanx Mark!
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Zachary Campbell
Why is John chapter 3 verse 16 popular?
## John 3:16: A Verse of Enduring Popularity and Significance John 3:16, stating "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever...
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Zachary Campbell
How was Israel like a burning stick? (Zechariah 3:2)
The imagery of Israel being compared to a "burning stick plucked from the fire" in Zechariah 3:2 carries several symbolic meanings, depending on your...
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Zachary Campbell
Who was the Joshua in Zechariah 3:1-10?
## Joshua in Zechariah 3:1-10: A High Priest in Transition It's important to distinguish this Joshua from the other prominent biblical figure of the same...
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Zachary Campbell
Why the "filthy clothes"? (Zechariah 3:3)
In Zechariah 3:3, Joshua the high priest is depicted wearing "filthy clothes" as he stands before the angel of the Lord. This imagery carries significant...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?
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You said that better than I could! Just making sure my BFC is still with me. ;-)
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is "faith" a gift or a process?
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And yes, Jennifer, you can do the same thing with underlining (underscoring): you type at the beginning of the text that you want underlined. Then at the end...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Can I be fully healed and made whole?
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Carina, I have a Christian married daughter (mother of one) who has OCD. My wife and I instructed her in the Christian faith until she eloped and got...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Do all bad events have a good purpose? (Romans 8:28)
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There is a similar expression in the Old Testament book of Psalms 35, MSG -- "But those who want the best for me, Let them have the last word—a glad shout!—...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?
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No, to every question you tendered to me, Mark; I'm not saying any of that. (I don't think) Jesus was crucified for our sin. 'There is now no condemnation to...
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Leslie Coutinho
Why the "filthy clothes"? (Zechariah 3:3)
Zechariah 3:3: Now Joshua was clothed with filthy garments, and stood before the angel. Zechariah the prophet had a vision given to him by the Lord: Joshua...