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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 Ezekiel Kimosop

Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?

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Michael Tinsley, thanks for speaking the plain truth. I was wondering how to respond to Jason's last comment. I agree with your comment in its entirety....

March 31 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What are the essentials of the Christian faith?

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The great theologian Karl Barth was once asked what was the greatest doctrine of the bible that he learned. He began to sing. Jesus loves me this I know, for...

March 31 2017

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Is it acceptable to God for a husband and wife to have sex while the wife is menstruating / having her period?

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Under the law, the practice was forbidden: "'If a man has sexual relations with a woman during her monthly period, he has exposed the source of her flow, and...

March 31 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What are the essentials of the Christian faith?

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Very well said. First Corinthians 15 gives the basics of the gospel. It has been said there are two ways to heaven. The first way is to live a perfect life...

March 31 2017

Comment by Kelly Yochum

Is it acceptable to God for a husband and wife to have sex while the wife is menstruating / having her period?

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Jeremiah Kaaya, Your answer does not seem to fit with scripture in both 1 Cor 7 and Romans 14. In furthering thought, living and Teaching Law; Given the...

March 31 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

If Jesus was God, why did He say 'No one is good but God alone'?

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He did not recognize Jesus as the savior and God in the flesh. He wanted to justify himself by the works of the law, so Jesus gave him a law (sell all that...

March 31 2017

Comment by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

Why is God a jealous God?

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Thanks for your support Jim and thanks for your testimony. You are right, love casts out fear of punishment. Nevertheless, love should not cast out fear of...

March 31 2017

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How can I have a closer relationship with God?

March 31 2017

Comment by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

What does the Bible say about necromancy?

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Phil, I agree with you that Michael could have written it more concisely. I have come across quite a few of his answers that I have to re-read to figure out...

March 31 2017

Comment by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

What does the Bible say about necromancy?

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Cindy, 1 Samuel 28:6 says,"He [Saul] inquired of the LORD, but the LORD did not answer him by dreams or Urim or prophets.", so he did ask God first but God...

March 31 2017

Answer by Cassius D'Souza

When we ask for forgiveness do we have to name our specific sins, or can we just ask for forgiveness in a more general sense?

Before we even ask God for blessings or forgiveness he has instructed us to leave everything at the alter and first go and make peace with the person we have...

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Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

What does the Bible say about necromancy?

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Michael, As it was explained to me, Samuel did indeed appear before Saul but clearly the "medium" was shocked because she knew she couldn't conjure up the...

March 31 2017

Award for S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why is 'You shall not murder' in the Ten Commandments?

March 31 2017

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How can we prove that we are different from animals in God's eyes to those who adhere to the theory of evolution?

March 31 2017

Comment by Dale Carter

What is the biblical definition of judgment?

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Yes. It seems alot of people confuse opinion, and factual statements about someone's actions, appearance and speech as being judgmental. I would like to know...

March 31 2017

Comment by Angel karing

How do Jews explain the resurrection of Jesus?

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My eyes are slowly being opened, I pray for patience!

March 31 2017

Comment by Selva Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

Does Satan attack our thoughts?

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God knows the hearts of all men from above (Ps 139:4; Acts 1:24). However the Counterfeit spirit (satan) enters into our body in order to know our minds....

March 31 2017

Comment by Wanda Jenkins

What does the Hebrews 10:26 mean concerning 'willful sin?'

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Great Answer!!! I agree totally. I thank God for this forum.

March 31 2017

Award for SANDRA WRIGHT , Praise The Lord!

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When we ask for forgiveness do we have to name our specific sins, or can we just ask for forgiveness in a more general sense?

March 31 2017

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What does the Hebrews 10:26 mean concerning 'willful sin?'

March 31 2017

Comment by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?

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Jason, Matthew 1:25 says, 'But he (Joseph) did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus.' To consummate a...

March 31 2017

Comment by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

How can we express our doubt to God without offending Him (Malachi 2:17; 3:14-15)?

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Andy, I am so sorry this has happened to you and your family. I pray the same way Andy, asking Him to help others all over the world and for my local...

March 31 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why is God a jealous God?

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Wonderful Nils; A healthy fear of the Lord is a good thing, but Love casts our fear. We know that we are loved with an everlasting love, because Jesus went...

March 31 2017

Comment by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

Who will go to heaven?

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Nils and Andy, I want to add something I left out after re-reading what I posted above. In my third paragraph I wrote that with maturity we learn to imitate...

March 31 2017

Comment by Michael Kouroupis

What is the Serenity Prayer?

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the original prayer was closer like this: God, give us grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed, Courage to change the things which...

March 31 2017

Comment by Terry Gillard , Worship Leader and Engineer

How do I get the image of God as imposing and angry out of my mind?

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Like your viewpoint - know the truth, and the truth will set you free! The vision of God as imposing and angry comes from a misunderstanding of Him. Spend...

March 31 2017

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When we ask for forgiveness do we have to name our specific sins, or can we just ask for forgiveness in a more general sense?

March 31 2017

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What is the book of Joshua?

March 31 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can one mature in faith yet have the faith of a child?

Our faith rests on what the bible says. I have no way to prove to you that I am a believer. I can tell you I am, but that does not prove anything. The only...

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Who were the Anabaptists, and what did they believe?

March 31 2017

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

If Jesus was God, why did He say 'No one is good but God alone'?

Here are the two questions 1. Good Master, what good thing shall I do in order to merit eternal life. Jesus answered him to keep the commandments. 2. Second...

March 30 2017 1 Comments 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Bonnie Shores , Wife, Mom, Learner

When we ask for forgiveness do we have to name our specific sins, or can we just ask for forgiveness in a more general sense?

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That's one of the best explanations I've ever heard. I will not forget it. Thank you, Danny.

March 30 2017

Comment by Andre Favron

How can we prove that we are different from animals in God's eyes to those who adhere to the theory of evolution?

Comment:
An excellent response. Adding a non-scientific variable, I have observed that humankind is the only life form that "worships" a creator. No other physical...

March 30 2017

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

What is the biblical definition of judgment?

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Are you asking about Christians executing judgment (Acts 5:1-12; 13:6-12 1Cor. 4:18-21; 5:4-5)? Please clarify

March 30 2017

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

If Jesus was God, why did He say 'No one is good but God alone'?

My short and easy to understand 'Elementary style of an answer' is this: Jesus was getting the rich young ruler to understand that 'truthfully' he(the young...

March 30 2017 1 Comments 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean that the "wisdom of this world is foolishness in God's sight?"

For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness. (1Cor 3:19) Quoted from Job 5:13. The...

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

What is faith?

Greek: pistis (G4102) is used to define faith, confidence, faithfulness, trust, pledge of good faith. Used 244 times. Translated belief (2Th. 2:13); fidelity...

March 30 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Who is the creator of Satan?

The Origin of Satan: Who created satan and all angels in general? Satan was created by Christ along with other beings, principalities and powers in heaven...

March 30 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How can we express our doubt to God without offending Him (Malachi 2:17; 3:14-15)?

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Michael Tinsley, a special prayer REQUEST! I have just found out about 15 minutes ago that I am now UNEMPLOYED AGAIN due to funds have run out to pay me as...

March 30 2017

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

How can we prove that we are different from animals in God's eyes to those who adhere to the theory of evolution?

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Science is nothing but data. However, that data is interpreted by "scientists" with specific world views so they see what they want to see. In many cases,...

March 30 2017

Comment by Kenneth Heck

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

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Yes, Jennifer, you are right. The only thing left to do is to relate them to the three sons of Noah if possible from the genealogies in Genesis. One thing to...

March 30 2017

Comment by Kenneth Heck

What does it mean that a woman should not teach or take authority over a man?

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If it were possible to find another apostle besides Paul (the author of Corinthians and Timothy) agreeing with Paul's prohibition against women, then it...

March 30 2017

Comment by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

Why is God a jealous God?

Comment:
Jim, you are right on. Another thing to consider is the mystery of God. The three Scriptures that come to mind are Ecclesiastes 3:11 [NIV] , Romans 11:32-36...

March 30 2017

Comment by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

How can we express our doubt to God without offending Him (Malachi 2:17; 3:14-15)?

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Andy, in your second paragraph you hit on two truths. First, leaning not on our own understanding and the second is _that path will not be easy because our...

March 30 2017

Comment by kel gens

What does the Bible say about praying to / speaking to the dead?

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Gary, in Romans 3:23 it states: "for all have sinned". God cannot look upon sin. I cannot fathom the dead being in the presence of God. You have stated we go...

March 30 2017

Comment by Terry Gillard , Worship Leader and Engineer

How can we prove that we are different from animals in God's eyes to those who adhere to the theory of evolution?

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I haven't checked this, but I understand that humans share about 30% of our DNA with the humble Cabbage! it is certain that very little differences in DNA...

March 30 2017

Comment by JD Abshire

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

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God didn't say, I don't have a clue.

March 30 2017