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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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What is narrative theology?

February 18 2017

Answer by Kenneth Heck

What does it mean in Daniel 9:26 that 'the end of it shall be with a flood?'

The book of Daniel is difficult, and this verse is particularly difficult, since it jumps from the time of the Roman destruction in 70 AD up to the time of...

February 18 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jim Tumlinson , One beggar leading others to where the bread is

What does it mean to grow in grace?

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Yes it is unmerited favor and love as well as "A divine influence upon the heart and its reflection to the life" It is also much more. The bible does speak...

February 18 2017

Answer by Jim Tumlinson , One beggar leading others to where the bread is

Is "name it claim it" teaching biblical?

No and Yes, Let me start with my experience in and out of the prosperity gospel from before and after. My life and biblical experiences have led me to the...

February 18 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?

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I am inclined to agree with you on the fact that the USA government and legal system doesn't recognize coveting and dishonoring parents as crimes, but a...

February 18 2017

Comment by Chuck Cooper , Host/Owner, "It's A God Thing!" radio program

Will there literally be streets of gold in heaven?

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John reports in great detail what he saw, therefore I believe he saw gold! Why would God allow John to use gold in his inspired description of the new...

February 18 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Do I have to confess my adultery to my spouse?

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It is a hard question and one that I have not committed in my 57 years of marriage, but I can see both sides. On the one hand if you confess it to your...

February 18 2017

Comment by Jacobe Manion

What is good biblical exegesis?

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As always, I really appreciate your thorough, clear answers. Thank you.

February 18 2017

Comment by Sandy Anjilivelil

What does the Bible say about animal rights?

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Great answer. Thank you.

February 18 2017

Comment by jack Campbell

What does the bible say about a wife who has been abandons her husband, for no biblical reason, and is now living in sin?

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Thank you very much for your response, and yes I must be honest: there was a period of time that the Lord was not the centre of our household. However, I am...

February 18 2017

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

Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

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Andy, a great answer ! It doesn't matter how God created His Universe, only that He did. And He created it for us. Regarding the debate, God created the...

February 18 2017

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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I have followed the discussions on this question and I am convinced that a person is saved only when they submit to Christ in faith and by no other means....

February 18 2017

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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I agree with the view by Michael Houdmann. My view is that one has to expunge Ephesians 2:8-9 and other related passages in order to arrive at the conclusion...

February 18 2017

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

What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?

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Meluleki Maphosa, the 10 Commandments are not part of the legal system of the United States. Only two are definitely against the law, murder and stealing....

February 18 2017

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How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?

February 18 2017

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How much of a priority should worship be in the church?

February 18 2017

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

What is the difference between a Rastifari and a Christian?

As I understand it, Rastafari started in Jamaica in the 1930's, following the coronation of Haile Selassie I (whose name means "power of the Trinity") as...

February 18 2017 Follow Vote Up

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

What does the phrase mean, "God is not a respecter of persons"?

Peter made this comment after he had learned of the prior appearance of an angel to the Roman centurion Cornelius, who had directed Cornelius to send for...

February 18 2017 Follow Vote Up

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

Whom is Mark 12:13 referring to when it says, "They sent to him the Pharisees and the Herodians to catch him in his words"?

"They" in this passage refers to those previously indicated at the end of the prior chapter in Mark (Mark 11:27): "And as He was walking in the temple, the...

February 18 2017 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

What does it mean in Daniel 9:26 that 'the end of it shall be with a flood?'

Daniel 9:26 (NKJV): "…And the people of the prince who is to come shall destroy the city and the sanctuary. The end of it shall be with a flood, and till the...

February 18 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is, “If the scripture makes plain sense, seek no other sense” a good Bible hermeneutic to use in study?

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First I want to clarify one thing. The entire Bible is written _for us but not all of it is written _to us. That is what people must understand before...

February 18 2017

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

What is the sin unto death?

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Andy, I'm truly sorry for not responding sooner to your comments. Thank you for your kindness in voting up my answer on 'the sin unto death'. The other news...

February 18 2017

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

Why did Martha want Mary to stop what she was doing to help her?

As the passage cited in the question indicates, Martha "was distracted with much serving" -- that is, she was feeling overwhelmed with the tasks (such as (I...

February 18 2017 Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

What does the bible say about a wife who has been abandons her husband, for no biblical reason, and is now living in sin?

About all you can do is pray for her. The Bible tells us: "For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth. If ye endure...

February 18 2017 4 Comments Follow Vote Up

Question by Bonnie Stewart

What is the difference between a Rastifari and a Christian?

The Rastafari state that they believe in Ja. What else do they believe in?

February 18 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Oche Jeremiah

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

My opinion is that... Paul was writing in respect to the people's tradition which sees women as a lesser being. To avoid social cultural noise toward the...

February 18 2017 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why did Martha tell Mary that Jesus called for her?

February 18 2017

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

What is the significance of the woman touching the hem of Jesus' garment when Jesus felt the power run out of him to heal her?

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Another often overlooked, but very important aspect of this short story is found in the first word of both (Luke 8:48; Mark 5:34). This unnamed women is the...

February 17 2017

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

What is the Nicene Creed?

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Al Mari, I'm glad I came back to this question because the first time I must not have read your answer. Thank you for the historic details and the...

February 17 2017

Answer by Marvin Reynolds , Retired Chaplain U.S. Army Hospital

Is it possible to go to heaven now and come back to tell the experience?

Yes. I know this as a fact for I meet Jesus face to face at the garden on the operational table as a child age 8. You can never forget it nor can you ever...

February 17 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?

My analysis of the whole situation is that there is great significance in having two tablets of stone rather than one. The first one is that both are written...

February 17 2017 3 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What is the first resurrection? What is the second resurrection?

February 17 2017

Comment by Kenneth Heck

What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?

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It seems that the real question is why there was not a single tablet, since the God of Israel is one, and the Law is one. One tablet would be the natural...

February 17 2017

Comment by Bryan Naidoo , Post graduate and pastor

What is the seal of the Holy Spirit?

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Any seal is only guaranteed if the person does not tamper with it. We know many a seal has been tampered with and lost its guarantee. It is the responsible...

February 17 2017

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Who are 'the wise' in Proverbs?

February 17 2017

Answer by Robert Marshall

How can I quit my addiction to smoking?

The power to overcome addictions is in Christ alone, sincerity of heart and genuineness is what God asks of his Children. After years of trying on my own and...

February 17 2017 16 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Billy P Eldred

Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

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Couldn't agree more AF.

February 17 2017

Answer by James Kanniakonil Sebastian

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

I believe statement in 1 Timothy 2:11 is a revelation pertaining to a unique situation in the Greek culture, and not a universal revelation barring all women...

February 17 2017 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?

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Very interesting view there Ken. I must say it is a fresh perspective and I am keen to gain more insights into your views supported by scripture.

February 17 2017

Question by Anonymous
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What does the bible say about a wife who has been abandons her husband, for no biblical reason, and is now living in sin?

This wife is now lying, cheating the system, has shaved all her hair off and brought shame upon the family's name. What should a person do about that?

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What is the key to truly knowing God?

February 17 2017

Comment by Tom Lackey , Born again, semi-retired, short term missionary to Scotland

Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?

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My sister is a Jehova's Witness. I have tried to reach her concerning the way of salvation, but she will not read anything I send her, and withdraws...

February 17 2017

Comment by A F

Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

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God is the creator of the universe and the author of time. How he created the earth obviously is not for us to know other than he said he created it in seven...

February 17 2017

Answer by A F

Why did God command the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments to be placed 'inside' the Ark of the Covenant, but the Law of Moses 'beside' the Ark?

Because the Ten Commandments were God's laws, and the laws of Moses were man's laws and are the laws that God abolished. When Jesus said, "Love God above all...

February 17 2017 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean to be crucified with Christ?

Being crucified with Christ is clearly explained in Romans 6:6 "We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be...

February 17 2017 2 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up