What are some mistakes for us to avoid in the Parable of the Rich Farmer (Luke 12:13-21)?
Jesus said in Luke 12:15, "Then he said to them, 'Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of...
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Does God hide his face from us? (Psalm 27:9)
7 Hear, O Lord, when I cry aloud; have mercy and be gracious to me and answer me! 8 You have said, Seek My face [inquire for and require My presence as your ...
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What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
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Is 'virgin' or 'young woman' the correct translation of Isaiah 7:14?
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If the elect are already predestined, does it mean a person who is not an elect cannot and can never get saved or cannot and can never come to repentance and accept Jesus as his Savior no matter what?
Fortunately, the Calvinistic theory that God pre-chooses a set of specific individuals to save, apart from faith or any other factor in the person, and apart...
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Does Hebrews 10:26 mean that a believer can lose salvation?
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How we can we show respect to liars, murderers, or anyone who breaks the law?
In my opinion, it is not by respect but by love that we are to show towards sinners. As Christians we are to display the same love that we have received by...
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Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
Something that is missing in the above comments is something Jesus said 16 times in the New Testament: "If any man have an ear, let him hear." Who doesn't...
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John Appelt
Is there proof in the Bible that Elijah was taken to heaven or another place?
No statement in the Bible proves Elijah was taken to heaven or to another place. There are hints that suggest he was not taken into heaven. The word “heaven”...
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Is the Holy Spirit a person?
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What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws him? This question is drawn from Jesus' statement in John 6:44. Jesus was reacting...
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How is God a rock? (Psalm 18:2; Psalm 18:31; Psalm 19:14)
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Where are the 12 stones now that were taken from the Jordan River as a memorial for generations to come?
The 12 stones are the 12 disciples, who are here to this day. Joshua set up the 12 stones, as Jesus anointed the 12 disciples. It’s another parallel story in...
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Leslie Coutinho
Does the statement, "Jesus groaned in his spirit" mean the same thing as praying in the Spirit?
John 11:33: When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled. The Scriptures...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does God still perform miracles?
Yes—God still performs miracles today. Genesis 1 shows us the first: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). From light to...
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Why are Christians so strongly against premarital sex?
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What does the Bible say that a husband or wife should do if their spouse refuses to participate in sexual relationship?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can you use God’s provision in nature as a bridge to share with an unbeliever or talk about the Lord?
Creation itself reveals God’s existence and care. Romans 1:20, a good memory verse, by the way, tells us that God’s invisible qualities—His eternal power and...
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What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
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How can you use God’s provision in nature as a bridge to share with an unbeliever or talk about the Lord?
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Will God give us what we want just because we ask? (Luke 11:9–13)
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Mark Wheeless
, Music Minister and Sunday school teacher
What does the Bible say about altar calls? Are altar calls biblical?
Although it never states that Peter gave an altar call at Pentecost, there was definitely a movement of the Holy Spirit at the close of his ‘sermon’. New...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible teach about the futility of fighting against God?
You Can’t Fight God Scripture repeatedly shows that resisting God ends in defeat—often swift and severe. Exodus 14:27-28 – Pharaoh’s army drowned in the Red...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Where was the Kidron Valley (2 Chronicles 30:14)
The Kidron Valley is a real place just east of Jerusalem, right between the city and the Mount of Olives. You see it pop up a few times in the Bible in some...
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Leslie Coutinho
Where was the Kidron Valley (2 Chronicles 30:14)
2 Chronicles 30:14: And they arose and took away the altars that were in Jerusalem, and all the altars for incense took they away, and cast them into the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does the Bible teach about the futility of fighting against God?
Five passages that come readily to mind, from both the Old and New Testaments: Proverbs 21:30 ("No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel can avail against the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the book of Song of Solomon?
I believe along with Jesus that he can be found throughout the Scriptures including the Old Testament, John 5:39, Here's what else He said: “And beginning...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the book of Proverbs?
What I like about the book of Proverbs is that the gospel is there. I have believed for a long time that Jesus can be seen throughtout the Bible, not just in...
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What is the book of 1 Kings?
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How can I know if I am one of the elect?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about insecurity?
I may be wrong, but I believe you are feeling insecure right now. I love using any sites that can cite cross references appropriately. There are a few. Using...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who is the Jezebel of Revelation 2:20?
In Revelation 2:20, Jesus rebukes the church in Thyatira for tolerating a woman He symbolically calls “Jezebel.” This was not the Old Testament queen, but a...
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Daniel Veler
What should we learn from the life of Abraham?
There are two things that stick out for me. The first is when the Lord told Abraham that he would be the father of many nations. This means Jews and gentiles...
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Daniel Veler
What does 'Many are called but few are chosen' in Matthew 22:14 mean?
Let me address your question concerning many are called but few are chosen. The gospel is preached and those who hear, hear the call. Those who reject the...
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Daniel Veler
What was Jesus’ reply to John 14:22, “Judas (not Judas Iscariot, but the other disciple with that name) said to him, 'Lord, why are you going to reveal yourself only to us and not to the world at large?'”
Your question can be answered following Judas asking the question. John 14:23 Jesus answered and said unto him, "If a man love me, he will keep my words: and...
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Are people who claim to talk to God insane?
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How could David be considered a man after God's own heart?
1 Samuel 16:7: But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How can you use God’s provision in nature as a bridge to share with an unbeliever or talk about the Lord?
Highlight God's provision and design evident in creation, seeking to prompt reflection on His goodness and sovereignty. This involves pointing out specific...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What was Jesus’ reply to John 14:22, “Judas (not Judas Iscariot, but the other disciple with that name) said to him, 'Lord, why are you going to reveal yourself only to us and not to the world at large?'”
In my opinion, Jesus had dealt with the question before it had been asked, by saying in the prior verse that the world would know of Jesus' Lordship through...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean that love always hopes?
I love cross-references and commentaries. But cross-references always takes priority, in my book, anyway. That's because I love memorizing and meditating on...
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Is Jesus God? Did Jesus ever claim to be God?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is Jesus God? Did Jesus ever claim to be God?
Is Jesus God? Yes. Jesus claimed to be God and proved it through his words, actions, and authority. He forgave sins, accepted worship, declared oneness with...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can you use God’s provision in nature as a bridge to share with an unbeliever or talk about the Lord?
Acts 14:15-17 – And we bring you good news, that you should turn from these vain things to a living God, who made the heaven and the earth and the sea and al...
Acts 14:1 - 28
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Is it right to lie for the sake of politeness? To keep a surprise party secret?
I would almost bet that all prior opinions are based upon English translations. Probably none have read the scripture texts in Latin, Greek, Hebrew or...
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What does it mean to be a man of God?
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When were/are our souls created?