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  1. What is the significance of God the Father Jehovah being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture?
  2. What cataclysmic event does this describe (2 Peter 3:10, 12)?
  3. Why is the gift of tongues a sign for unbelievers and prophecy a sign for believers?
  4. When Peter answered, "You are the Christ," what did he mean? Matthew 16:16
  5. What do you think it means that “the earth and the works done on it will be exposed”?
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Why is the sinlessness of Jesus so important?

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What does it mean to guard your heart?

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If Jesus is our atonement, why did He die at Passover instead of the Day of Atonement?

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Answer by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

When Peter answered, "You are the Christ," what did he mean? Matthew 16:16

Clearly, Peter is declaring that he is deity! Several things lead to this conclusion. Jesus was born of the Virgin Mary. Matthew 1:18-20. In Matthew 1:23,...

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What do you think it means that “the earth and the works done on it will be exposed”?

Dear Anonymous, I believe that the verse mentioned is very clear and needs no further interpretation! The Apostle Peter, inspired by the Holy Spirit, is...

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Answer by Mark Wheeless , Music Minister and Sunday school teacher

When Peter answered, "You are the Christ," what did he mean? Matthew 16:16

Simon Peter had been traveling and ministering with Jesus, and certainly knew much about Him. He may have even known Jesus’ mother, Mary, who assuredly had a...

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What does "unstable" mean in 2 Peter 3:16?

Peter starts the chapter by introducing those who begin to question the promise of Christ's return. Their faith (if any) in Christ begins to waiver in time....

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why was Moses punished so harshly? (Numbers 20:12)

Why was Moses punished so harshly? (Numbers 20:12) The answer lies in the verse at Numbers 20:12. Then said Yahweh unto Moses and unto Aaron, "Because ye...

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What do you think it means that “the earth and the works done on it will be exposed”?

2 Peter 3:10 ESV "But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned u...

2 Peter 3:1 - 13

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Why did God judge Edom so harshly in the book of Obadiah?

Why did God judge Edom so harshly in the book of Obadiah? The prophet Obadiah has the distinction of penning the shortest book of the Hebrew Scriptures—just...

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Why do Jehovah's Witnesses refuse blood transfusions?

Why do Jehovah's Witnesses refuse blood transfusions? JW's will say the following in response to that question: What Does the Bible Say About Blood...

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Why did Jesus go to Zacchaeus' home?

Why did Jesus go to Zacchaeus' home? Jesus went to Zacchaeus's house deliberately to seek and save the "lost," fulfilling his mission to find the outcasts....

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What is the meaning of 1 Timothy 4:13 when it refers to the public reading of Scripture?

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Why did Jonah try to go to Tarshish instead of Nineveh?

Why did Jonah try to go to Tarshish instead of Nineveh? Nineveh was noted for its harsh treatment of those whom they captured; they sometimes placed them on...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does "unstable" mean in 2 Peter 3:16?

2nd Peter 3:16: As also in all letters speaking in them concerning these things,—In which [letters] are some things hard to be understood, Which the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does 1 Peter 2:24 mean?

What does 1 Peter 2:24 mean? Who our sins himself bare up in his body unto the tree, In order that we, from our sins getting away In righteousness might...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What cataclysmic event does this describe (2 Peter 3:10, 12)?

2nd Peter 3: 9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some count slackness; But is long-suffering about you, not being minded that any should...

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What did sacrifices have to do with the Lord’s appearing?

Leviticus 9:3: And unto the children of Israel thou shalt speak, saying, "Take ye a kid of the goats for a sin offering; and a calf and a lamb, both of the...

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When Peter answered, "You are the Christ," what did he mean? Matthew 16:16

Matthew 16:16 Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”

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What are some things that may cause us to drift away from faith?

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Why is the gift of tongues a sign for unbelievers and prophecy a sign for believers?

Jesus said in Mark 16:17: "And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues..." Acts...

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Can a Christian lose salvation?

Depending on your faith tradition, your answer to this question will vary. [Can a Christian lose salvation?] Within Christianity, there is no single answer...

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Do Jews believe in heaven?

Do Jews believe in heaven? Mark 12:18: And there come Sadducees unto him, who indeed say—Resurrection there is none! --Rotherham Bible There is a great...

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What cataclysmic event does this describe (2 Peter 3:10, 12)?

NIRV But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar. Fire will destroy everything in them. God will judge the earth ...

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What does 1 Peter 2:9 mean when it refers to believers as peculiar people?

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What are the gates of hell?

Jesus said in Matthew 16:18, “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” What a powerful promise. The “gates of hell” means...

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Can Satan heal people?

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Why is the gift of tongues a sign for unbelievers and prophecy a sign for believers?

1 Cor. 14:22: "Tongues, then, are a sign, not for believers but for unbelievers; prophecy, however, is not for unbelievers but for believers." I don't und...

1 Corinthians 14:22

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What is the day of the Lord?

What is the day of the Lord? The "Day of the Lord" is a biblical phrase with two main interpretations: a future, final day of judgment and Christ's return,...

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Can Satan heal people?

Yes, if the illness is caused from demonic spirits, as several of Jesus’s healings were. Satan, being the leader of the demons, could surely tell them to...

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What is the day of Pentecost?

What is the day of Pentecost? The day of Pentecost is a major Christian festival that celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and other...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Why should I (a Mormon) consider becoming a Christian?

I had to read the Book of Mormon and attend one or more of their weekly services in order to play on their basketball team. I read the whole thing. I think I...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does it mean that the Bible is inspired?

The verse 2Samuel23:2 gives the divine source of Scripture: “The Spirit of theLORD spoke by me, and His word was in my tongue.” This verse supports and...

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How can man's disobedience break the covenant with God?

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Does Acts 2:38 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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How much do we know about Matthew the disciple?

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What is the significance of the number 12 in scripture?

Good observation and question, Shirley! The number 12 in Scripture carries rich symbolic meaning, especially when understood as three times four. Three...

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Can Satan read our minds or know our thoughts?

Can Satan read our minds or know our thoughts? Although we cannot be dogmatic, it would appear that neither Satan nor his demons can read our thoughts. The...

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Should Christians stockpile food/supplies in preparation for a possible future disaster?

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What does it mean that love is patient?

What does it mean that love is patient? What a beautiful description of love: "Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous. It does not brag, does not get...

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What does it mean that love does not boast?

What does it mean that love does not boast? That love does not boast means that love is not self-centred, proud, or arrogant. Instead of bragging about...

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What does it mean that we are not to love the world?

What does it mean that we are not to love the world? 1 John 2:15: Be not loving the world Nor yet the things that are in the world: If anyone be loving the...

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What is the significance of yeast in the New Testament?

What is the significance of yeast in the New Testament? The term "yeast" can have a two-fold meaning: 1: In the New Testament, yeast (or leaven) is primarily...

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What is the significance of the number 12 in scripture?

What is the significance of the number 12 in scripture? The number 12 in scripture signifies completeness and divine authority, often representing God's...

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What is the significance of God the Father Jehovah being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture?

What is the significance of God the Father, Jehovah, being repeatedly (many times) referred to as 'the living God' in Scripture? Acts 17:22: "Then Paul stood...

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Why did the disciples wake Jesus up during the storm?

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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

What does "renew their strength" mean in Isaiah 40:31?

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and...

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