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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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Should a Christian celebrate Easter?

March 15 2017

Answer by JD Abshire

Does the Bible teach that God divorced His people so they could be wed to the Messiah, Jesus?

I agree with Tim and Kelly's sound doctrinal explanation. In my opinion there is another aspect of the theory that needs to be addressed concerning Yahweh...

March 15 2017 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Is Angelica Zambrano's testimony of experiencing heaven and hell biblically sound?

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Bro Eldred, thanks. I note your citation of Joel 2:28-29 which says "And it shall come to pass afterward That I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh; Your...

March 15 2017

Answer by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

Whom was Cain afraid of after he killed Abel?

The basic problem that led to the fall of Adam and Eve was their distorted view of the character of God. They imagined that God misled to them and kept...

March 14 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kelly Yochum

Does the Bible teach that God divorced His people so they could be wed to the Messiah, Jesus?

Christian friend, The Bible teaches exactly the opposite of that idea. Scripture, from Genesis to the middle of Acts teaches of GOD's Desire of the...

March 14 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

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

In Numbers 15:24-31 scripture catorgizes two types of sin. The first is ignorant sin, a trespass committed in error, inadvertently, the offender did not know...

March 14 2017 2 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Dan Butorovich

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

To answer questions like this, it is good to read the whole passage leading up to the verse so you know the entire point being made. The author is talking...

March 14 2017 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

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

Heb 10:26 is part of a larger section (Heb 10:19-39) where the author exhorts believers to hold unswervingly to faith. His admonition not to engage in...

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What is the outer darkness in Matthew 22:13?

March 14 2017

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Does a person exercise "free will" to receive Christ before becoming a Christian?

March 14 2017

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Does the Bible teach that God divorced His people so they could be wed to the Messiah, Jesus?

In my opinion, the passage that comes closest to addressing this question is Romans 11 (particularly Romans 11:11-12), in which Paul speaks of how, following...

March 14 2017 2 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by ainsley chalmers , Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.

What does the Bible say about tapping and like remedies?

Have heard that tapping is a good method for stress relief, but I'm not sure of the science/logic of it or whether there are underlying spiritual aspects to ...

March 14 2017 Follow Vote Up

Comment by Billy P Eldred

Is Angelica Zambrano's testimony of experiencing heaven and hell biblically sound?

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Ezekiel. A note of caution. The prophet Joel said "In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will...

March 14 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible say about capitalism?

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I agree. Freedom only works if the people are good. When the people do not obey Gods laws they ruin the whole. We have laws to protect the righteous, and to...

March 14 2017

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

What happens to those who have never heard about Jesus?

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Hi Craig, In my view, these Old Testament saints lived lives of faith in God and he declared them righteous by placing them in Abraham's bosom when they...

March 14 2017

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

Could Jesus have sinned? If He was not capable of sinning, how could He truly be able to 'sympathize with our weaknesses' (Hebrews 4:15)? If He could not sin, what was the point of the temptation?

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Explanatory Note to Jesus not inheriting a sinful nature. Let’s take a look at how we receive this sinful nature. In Psalm 51:5 King David says “Surely I was...

March 14 2017

Comment by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

What happens to those who have never heard about Jesus?

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Hi Grant, Just wondering, what do you do with the hall of faith, Hebrews 11:17-38, wherein is listed Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Moses and on down to Rahab,...

March 14 2017

Comment by Norma Hardie

Will I still be a Christian if I don't believe in, or fully understand, the Doctrine of the Trinity?

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What an interesting article and all the responses. I myself have had these questions. Our God is so loving and awesome to understand where ALL of His...

March 14 2017

Question by Wanda Jenkins

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

Hebrews 10:26

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Is religion the cause of most wars?

March 14 2017

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Why is focusing on God important?

March 13 2017

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Who are 'the cloud of witnesses' mentioned in Hebrews 12:1?

March 13 2017

Answer by Jay Saunders

How should Christian parents respond if a child has a learning disability?

I was a poor student most of my life in my younger years. I did not know it until I went to college later in life. My first college english teacher asked to...

March 13 2017 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible say about social justice?

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Very good Michael. If everyone in this country would take care of their own families, we would have much greater freedom from government. What ever...

March 13 2017

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What signs indicate that the end times are approaching?

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Brother Aurel, yes. I said that some Bible scholars allude to the idea that the little horn could refer to the rise of Germany in the end times. I also said...

March 13 2017

Comment by Cindy Jennings , Disciple

What does the Bible say about veganism for moral reasons?

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Indeed, I meant Genesis! I must have forgotten where I was in the Bible when I quoted those verses :-)

March 13 2017

Question by John Blair

Does the Bible teach that God divorced His people so they could be wed to the Messiah, Jesus?

I've heard the theory that Yahweh divorced Israel so they could be 'married to Christ.' Is there any scriptural backing for this?

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Comment by angela karing

What are the origins of Easter?

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Here is a very interesting and eye-opening explanation as to why Passover and Easter are celebrated at different times: Why are Passover and Easter...

March 13 2017

Comment by Frances Munro , Homemaker, bible student, Sheepdog to the Master!

What is Gestalt therapy, and is it biblical?

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Thank you Michael for this very well balanced and helpful answer. I was trained in biblical counselling and I find many techniques in helping people become...

March 13 2017

Comment by Maddy Treiber

Can a Christian be demon possessed? Can a Christian be demonized?

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I agree with you 100%. It's important for people to understand the difference between demon possession and demon influenced. The Bible gives a clear picture...

March 13 2017

Comment by Kelly Adams

Why are Christians opposed to marriage equality?

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Couldn't of said it or stated it any better. God speed my brother

March 13 2017

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Why is there the shift of focus on God in the phrase, "for God cannot be tempted by evil," in James 1:13?

March 13 2017

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What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?

March 13 2017

Answer by Janice Burton , Lay Servant, Family Life Mentor

Why does God demand, seek, or request that we worship Him?

We worship God because He Is..just because He is the supreme deity of all creation. We praise God for Who He Is..He is YHWH, King, Savior, Lord, Great I AM,...

March 13 2017 2 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What happens to those who have never heard about Jesus?

Let's focus on the scriptural truths and promises that underlie God's plan of salvation. 1. God is sovereign. He decided before the foundation of the world...

March 13 2017 2 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Sarah Winn , Christian believer, college graduate + Walmart employee.

Is Mormonism a cult? What do Mormons believe?

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I grew up with a Mormon friend and it made me want to study into why it is different. Joseph Smith was visited by an "angel" who said many untrue things....

March 13 2017

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

Could Jesus have sinned? If He was not capable of sinning, how could He truly be able to 'sympathize with our weaknesses' (Hebrews 4:15)? If He could not sin, what was the point of the temptation?

In my view, Jesus had to have the capacity to sin and the free will to say NO in order to be my perfect substitute. He had to be like me in every way except...

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March 13 2017

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Is Jesus God's Son? How could Allah, being one, have a son?

March 13 2017

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March 13 2017

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Why was Jesus' ministry so short?

March 12 2017