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  1. Why did Jesus go into Gentile territory (Mark 7:24-28)?
  2. What is the significance of the imagery of "sheep" and "laid upon" or "attack" him in Isaiah 53:6?
  3. Is it right for a Christian nation to strong arm another country to carry its Christian values?
  4. In what ways does this truth of God's great mercy and the 'new birth into a living hope' influence your daily life, especially in the face of challenges? 1 Peter 1:3
  5. Did they ever wash the blood off the altars in the OT?
  6. Why has Christianity portrayed Jesus as White?
  7. Can you suggest a Bible verse for someone who has been wronged and is struggling with feelings of revenge?
  8. How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'
  9. How has God "worked all things together for good" in your life according to Romans 8:28?
  10. How can I repent of sexual immorality (fornication) if I already have a child and I'm currently pregnant with my second one?


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Award for Jennifer Henkel , Bible/History Middle School Teacher, Lover of the OT!

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Is it a sin to receive communion without first going to confession?

March 21 2014

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What is the doctrine of the sufficiency of Scripture? What does it mean that the Bible is sufficient?

March 21 2014

Answer by KEITH MARSH

Is Christian country music appropriate?

I believe Satan has twisted or altered everything good that God has made. So if all styles of music is proper, why has there never been a baby lullaby been...

March 21 2014 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Gene Waldenmaier , Retired, Commissioned Officer, BSME, MBA, PE, Consultant

How do we know if our patience, kindness etc. are truly fruits of the Spirit or just our own maturity through experience?

We all know True Biblical Christians and are acquainted with none believers. Study both groups and you answer will be very apparent. The non believing are...

March 21 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Alicia D

What is the easiest Bible translation to read?

I am glad this topic has come up because there are a lot of versions. In revelations 22:18-19, God gives us warning not to add or take away-sad to say...

March 21 2014 4 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mike Cleveland

Why are many believers first on fire for God but later fade in their passion?

A person first becomes a Christian through hearing the gospel, the good news of our salvation through Jesus' death and resurrection. He hears this good news...

March 21 2014 1 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by vivian lipari

How does one know one has the Holy Spirit? What are the signs?

you know that the holy spirit is in you, when you see your sin before you. You have a feeling that you are being held back when you are going to sin. You may...

March 21 2014 20 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by David Lachance , Retired, energy specialist, B.S. CSU Chico,CA,

Why are many believers first on fire for God but later fade in their passion?

I wonder about this every day. Being raised in a heathen home with drugs and alcohol, had no idea of God. Until I read "The Late Great Planet Earth" which...

March 21 2014 1 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Randolph Batcho , Pastor(Part time)

Why did Jesus ask John to take care of Mary at his crucifixion instead of his siblings?

It is very clear for the Scripture John 19:25-26 that it was only Mary the mother of Jesus, His mothers sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, Mary Magdalene and...

March 21 2014 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Crystal Marcus

Is it right for a Christian to date or marry a non-Christian?

Well when my mom met my dad, he was a non believer.Even though his family had some what of a catholic background, he wasn't one to take part in worship or...

March 21 2014 2 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Nathan Toronga , Christian Elder.

Is baptism essential for salvation according to Romans 6:3-5?

I shudder to see people spend such great energies trying to wrest Scripture. Yes, without obeying Scripture, there's no salvation. The bible clearly and...

March 21 2014 2 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Nathan Toronga , Christian Elder.

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

I shudder to see people spend such great energies trying to wrest Scripture. Yes, without obeying Scripture, there's no salvation. The bible clearly and...

March 21 2014 26 Comments 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Nathan Toronga , Christian Elder.

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

Without obeying Scripture, there's no salvation. The bible clearly and directly teaches that without baptism, and the general obedience that follows hearing...

March 21 2014 16 Comments 18 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Nathan Toronga , Christian Elder.

Does Galatians 3:27 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

I shudder to see people spend such great energies trying to wrest Scripture. Yes, without obeying Scripture, there's no salvation. The bible clearly and...

March 21 2014 16 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Nathan Toronga , Christian Elder.

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

Yes, without obeying Scripture, there's no salvation. The bible clearly and directly teaches that without baptism, and the general obedience that follows...

March 21 2014 21 Comments 14 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Nathan Toronga , Christian Elder.

Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

I shudder to see people spend such great energies trying to wrest Scripture. Yes, without obeying Scripture, there's no salvation. The bible clearly and...

March 21 2014 5 Comments 17 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Sheron Y. Mitchell

Is it right for a Christian to date or marry a non-Christian?

But if it does happen marriage between a believer and unbeliever (and it will) Paul's guidelines and the Apostle Paul specifically states "I say this (I, not...

March 21 2014 3 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Darnell Scott

Can health problems also be demonic attacks?

Yes, and I believe most illnesses come as a result of the foods we consume. Daniel's diet is different from the way most people eat. The enemy is the master...

March 21 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Should I marry a non-believer with whom I already have children with?

I had children with a non-believer before I got baptized. Do I marry him? We have been together for 22 years, live in the same house and We have two boys....

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Answer by Larry Truelove

Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

Not only can "born of water" refer to spiritual cleansing and renewal but it could also be linked to the idea of "born from above." In Greek, the word for...

March 21 2014 17 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

How do I tell a brother who confessed to me whom I have rejected that I am in a courtship with another brother who is also serving in the same church?

That brother (A) is close to the brother (B) whom I am courting. B also knew that A has confessed to me before. Who should be the suitable one to tell A that...

2 Votes March 21 2014 1 Comment Follow Vote Up

Question by Hailey Jones

Why did God want to number the males? Is that not what they do to slaves, so they do not have an identity?

I know that the men that were numbered still have their given name, but what is the point in numbering them?

Numbers 3:14 - 16

March 21 2014 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mike Dumais

What is the doctrine of the sufficiency of Scripture? What does it mean that the Bible is sufficient?

Sola Scriptura ("by Scripture alone") is the doctrine that the Bible contains all knowledge necessary for salvation and holiness. Consequently, it demands...

March 21 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mike Dumais

Why did Jesus ask John to take care of Mary at his crucifixion instead of his siblings?

Jesus' male siblings did not yet believe he was the messiah. As the eldest, he was responsible for his mother after Joseph died, but he could not leave her...

March 21 2014 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Joseph Ben Hur , Evangelist, Chaplain at Elderly Care Centre

Where did the term "Godparent" came from?

The origin of godparents dates back to the early beginnings of the Christian Church. A sponsor was required for any person desirous of receiving the...

March 21 2014 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Pst. Oni Majesty

Why do pastors accept money during their sermons?

The Bible clearly states that we should give. The time of giving is scheduled within the service period. Appoximately 5-10 mins in a 2hrs service. Members...

March 21 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Who created God? Where did God come from?

"In the beginning was the Word, the Word was with God and the Word was God". In the bible in several locations within the scriptures, God tells us his name...

March 21 2014 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

Is a pastor's wife also called automatically to be a pastor because her husband is one?

The reason why i am asking is because these days, one sees a lot of couples who are both pastors in a church. There are churches that also encourages that a...

2 Votes March 21 2014 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

How should I behave and respond biblically when I lose respect for my pastor?

He corrects volunteers harshly if they don't perform their work to his standards. He is disrespectful, from the pulpit, of lost people who give no thoughts t...

1 Vote March 21 2014 1 Comment 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Phil Holmes

Why (and how) were the private conversations and inner thinking in the Bible documented in the first person?

An honest search for truth will lead you to study the scriptures for your answer. Acts 17:11 states, "Now the Bereans were of more noble character than the...

March 21 2014 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Emmanuel Anto

Why (and how) were the private conversations and inner thinking in the Bible documented in the first person?

These are indeed baffling thoughts that need God-inspired open-minded responses! Thanks for posting them! With regards to your capping questions: Following...

March 21 2014 2 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean to do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly?

One of the most popular verses among both Jews and Christians promoting social justice is Micah 6:8. It reads, "He has showed you, O man, what is good. And...

March 21 2014 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

Why is it that a woman who has given birth to a boy is unclean for 30 days while to a girl is 60 days unclean according to the Old Testament laws?

Does this give any clue medically that a mother who gives birth to a girl would be weaker, thus needing 60 days (2 months) of rest? Why the difference of unc...

March 21 2014 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is a healing room? Are healing rooms biblical?

A "healing room" is, quite simply, a room devoted to healing. Most often, the healing sought is from God, through the Holy Spirit. However, there also exist...

March 21 2014 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is inner healing, and is it biblical?

"Inner healing" refers to an attempt to free people from the negative emotional effects of harmful experiences. Inner healing has become more popular lately...

March 21 2014 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bob Rutz , Jesus loves me.

What is the easiest Bible translation to read?

When it comes to gripping, can't-put-it-down, makes sense in the language I speak, communication from God to me, The Message can't be beat. Consider the...

March 21 2014 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about busyness / being too busy?

March 21 2014

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Why did Jesus ask John to take care of Mary at his crucifixion instead of his siblings?

March 21 2014

Answer by Jennifer Henkel , Bible/History Middle School Teacher, Lover of the OT!

What is the easiest Bible translation to read?

For literal translation, I use the New American Standard Version. For a new believer, I get them a New Living Translation (NLT).

March 20 2014 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Dan Rivers , Christian, Husband, Grandfather, Son, AT&T retiree

Why are there so many fake Christians?

There are so many fake Christians because Jesus said there would be... Please read the parable of the sower in Matt 13; Mark 4 and Luke 8. Do read the three...

March 20 2014 1 Comments 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Joe cattani

Why are there so many fake Christians?

When two people get married they are on fire for one another. They go on their honeymoon, oblivious to the rest of the world. They may as well be the only...

March 20 2014 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why did Jesus ask John to take care of Mary at his crucifixion instead of his siblings?

March 20 2014

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What exactly is the "power" that many Charismatics or Pentecostals experience and even seem to radiate?

March 20 2014

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What is the key to witnessing to Mormons ?

March 20 2014

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is Passion Week?

Passion Week (also known as Holy Week) is the time from Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday (Resurrection Sunday). Also included within Passion Week are Holy...

March 20 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up