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  1. Is Jesus' work yet unfinished according to 1 John 3:8?
  2. Who is a "ruler" today (Proverbs 23:1-3)?
  3. What does Romans 6:7 mean? It says, “He who has died has been set free from sin."
  4. Was Jerusalem in the territory of Benjamin or in Judah?
  5. How do I communicate that Jesus is God?
  6. Who were to serve as God's "witnesses"? (Isaiah 43:10-12)
  7. What does "reign in life" in Romans 5:17 mean if "reign" is defined in the dictionary as "to exercise power and control over" something?
  8. Why was circumcision in the flesh added to GOD'S covenant with Abraham after GOD had credited Abraham with righteousness? According to Paul’s arguments should not circumcision of the flesh have come first?
  9. What does the Bible say about rage?
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Question by Daniel Wallace , Truck Driver for United Van Lines

When Paul said Jesus first descended to the lower parts of the earth, where was this?

Also when Jesus descended was it to free the captives such as Abraham because he wasn't under the new covenant?

Ephesians 4:9

6 Votes • January 22 2014 • 4 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What should we learn from the life of John the Baptist?

Although his name implies that he baptized people (which he did), John's life on earth was more than just baptizing. John's adult life was characterized by...

January 22 2014 • 3 Comments • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Larry Pittman , Bible student, reading His Word & seeking God diligently

Can we know from the gospels when John the Baptist died in relation to Jesus' ministry?

In other words, how soon after the start of Jesus' public ministry was John the Baptist killed? Is there enough information in the Gospels to "ballpark" time...

2 Votes • January 22 2014 • 1 Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about astrology or the zodiac? Is astrology something a Christian should study?

The Bible has much to say about the stars. Most basic to our understanding of the stars is that God created them. They show His power and majesty. The...

January 22 2014 • 5 Comments • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What should Christians learn from the Mosaic Law?

The Mosaic Law takes up a large portion of the Old Testament and was of vital importance to the Hebrews of old. Even though we who are in Christ are no...

January 22 2014 • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about the evangelization of children?

Jesus' desire is that "repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations" (Luke 24:47). The mission field is "all nations."...

January 22 2014 • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Does God view unintentional sin differently?

The book of Leviticus required different offerings based on whether a sin was intentional or unintentional. Does this mean God views unintentional sins...

January 22 2014 • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Seth Freeman

What is the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit?

I am really worried about this. I am a Christian and I have been baptized but I believe a demon of guilt and fear has been terrorizing me about committing...

January 22 2014 • 1 Comments • 9 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Seth Freeman

How did Noah become an heir of righteousness in Hebrews 11:7?

Hebrews 11:7 - By faith Noah, being warned by God about things not yet seen, in reverence prepared an ark for the salvation of his household, by which he...

January 22 2014 • 5 Comments • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Are Christians to pay first fruits yearly or is it just the first of our increase?

Exodus 23:1 - 33

1 Vote • January 22 2014 • 2 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Shantkumar S. Kunjam , An Indian, Mennonite Church, Pastor, Administrator, Bishop,

What is the book of Revelation?

I fully endorse the first answer, but I would like to add some of my findings. 1). The use of the phrase 'in the Spirit' in vs. 1:10; 4:2; 17:3; and 21:10...

January 22 2014 • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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How did Noah become an heir of righteousness in Hebrews 11:7?

The last record of Noah is that he got drunk and was molested by his grandson.

Genesis 9:20 - 27

2 Votes • January 22 2014 • 1 Comment • 3 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

Why is Lot declared "just" and "righteous" in 2 Peter 2:7-8?

The last information we have about Lot is that he comitted incest with his two daughters and lived in a cave.

Genesis 19:30 - 38

3 Votes • January 22 2014 • 3 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Charl de Wet

Can a Christian take a house loan?

Deuteronomy 28 refers to the blessings of God when you as a believer follow his commandments. "You shall not borrow" is not another (human made) rule, but...

January 22 2014 • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

Who is Peter talking about in 1 Peter 4:18?

The book of 1 Peter deals primarily with Christian suffering, persecution and how we should react and respond to fiery trials. The house of God (body of...

January 22 2014 • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Emma Berry

How can I know I have not committed the unpardonable sin?

I am really worried about this. I am a Christian and I have been baptized but I believe a demon of guilt and fear has been terrorizing me about committing th...

Matthew 12:31

14 Votes • January 22 2014 • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit?

The concept of "blasphemy against the Spirit" is mentioned in Mark 3:22-30 and Matthew 12:22-32. The term blasphemy may be generally defined as "defiant...

January 22 2014 • 2 Comments • 9 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Jim N , Just a follower of Jesus Christ and him only!

Who is Peter talking about in 1 Peter 4:18?

Peter is speaking about true Believers here! Believers who are Spirit filled! It is Peter’s view that persecution is a test. It is a test in a double sense....

January 22 2014 • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Kelvin Garner

Who is Peter talking about in 1 Peter 4:18?

Peter is talking about the ones who say they are children of God and are professing the name of Christ Jesus.

January 22 2014 • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
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Why did Paul leave Trophimus, a 7-year companion, sick and not heal him?

Trophimus was not instantly healed because the plan of God was not to use him as a sign for unbelievers, but to strengthen the faith of Trophimus and the...

January 22 2014 • 8 Comments • 8 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What laws were given to Israel in exact response to pagan practices?

In Leviticus 18, the Lord contrasts the laws He gives to the Israelites to those of the nations surrounding them. A look at some of the details of these laws...

January 21 2014 • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about coincidence?

The wordcoincidenceis used only once in the New Testament, and it was by Jesus Himself in the parable of the Good Samaritan. In Luke 10:31, Jesus said, "And...

January 21 2014 • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible mean when it says something is unclean?

The Hebrew word translated "unclean" in Leviticus is used nearly one hundred times in this one book, clearly emphasizing "clean" status versus "unclean."...

January 21 2014 • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by rogers ward

Can a person be a Christian if they do not believe that the bible is true?

This prophet writes by permission from the Holy Spirit. Where is the love? I am afraid many of our brothers and sisters are acting like Saducees and...

January 21 2014 • 1 Comments • 17 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Felicia Nicholas , Student/youth sub-leader

Why are Christians always arguing?

If they are truly argumentative and not justified as a rational debate or discussion, then that spirit shall be prayed against, in order for them to grow....

January 21 2014 • 1 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Why is Bible memorization important?

I submit for your consideration different reasons build on the Excellent post of brother Michael Houdmann, why study and memorize God's Word. The first...

January 21 2014 • 6 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Frantz Philossaint

What does the Bible say about death?

Always start with a word of prayer before studying your bible and ask for the guidance of the Holy Spirit. To understand death from a biblical perspective we...

January 21 2014 • 2 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by David Whitfield

Did Abraham observe the Sabbath?

The Sabbath law was given through Moses as a sign to the people of Israel, there is no evidence that Abraham kept the Sabbath as such, remember he was called...

January 21 2014 • 13 Comments • 3 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by jD Ando

Why are Christians always arguing?

Simply, because they do not yet understand the word of God. Love one another!

January 21 2014 • 1 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop - Pastor & Bible Scholar

Is God restoring the offices of apostle and prophet in the church today?

My decisive answer to this question is a plain No!. There is no scripture evidence that Jesus intended to restore the apostolic office in our time or even in...

January 21 2014 • 3 Comments • 8 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Tim Ranck

Were fish and sea creatures also destroyed during the Flood?

I'm a big fan of Walt Brown's hydroplane theory, www.creationscience.com. He received his PhD from MIT in engineering. The basics of it relating to this...

January 21 2014 • 5 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Frederick Thomas , Rom 3:4 ...let God be true...

What does the Bible say about death?

Death 1Co 15:22 Everybody dies in Adam; everybody comes alive in Christ. 1Co 15:25 He won't let up until the last enemy is down-- 1Co 15:26 and the very...

January 21 2014 • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What is the meaning of Lent?

Lent has been handed down to the Christendom from the Babylonian Mystery Religion originating with Nimrod and Semiramis through the Roman Catholic Church to...

January 21 2014 • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Shanna Duck , "Let a search be made in the royal archives..." Ezra 5:17 NIV

Why did Paul leave Trophimus, a 7-year companion, sick and not heal him?

Why did Paul not heal Trophimus? Honestly, because the power to heal didn't originate from within Paul. It came from God, and God could and apparently did...

January 21 2014 • 8 Comments • 8 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why is Christian archeology important?

Archaeology comes from two compounded Greek words"archae meaning "ancient," and logos meaning "knowledge"; thus, "knowledge or study of the ancients." An...

January 21 2014 • 2 Comments • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

Is it my fault that I am born a sinner?

No, none of us had control over our birth yet we are all individually responsible and culpable. Romans 5:12 "Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the...

January 21 2014 • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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When did Good Friday begin to be observed?

A bit of history is needed to dispell misconceptions. Early Christians celebrate Good Friday decades before Constantine the Great was born. Irenaeus and...

January 21 2014 • 2 Comments • 6 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

Is it my fault that I am born a sinner?

I know its our fault when we commit sin but is it our fault to be born as sinner? Otherwise I don't want to exist anymore.

1 Vote • January 21 2014 • 1 Comment • 2 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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What is the difference between an apostle and a disciple?

An apostle, from the Clasical Greek apostolos, meaning "one who is sent away", is a messenger and ambassador. The purpose of such "sending away" is to convey...

January 21 2014 • 2 Comments • 3 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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Did Abraham observe the Sabbath?

I would say Yes. Abraham observed the Sabbath and all the three Abrahamic religions practice its observance with slight differences - Shabbat (Jewish), the...

January 21 2014 • 2 Comments • 3 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the Serpent Seed doctrine?

The serpent seed doctrine is a belief based on poor biblical interpretation and superstition. It is a primary doctrinal resource for those who want to use...

January 21 2014 • 2 Comments • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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Was our Lord Jesus commanding obedience to the law as a way to eternal life? And why didn't He present Himself as the way at that time?

Obviously Jesus is commanding obedience to the law. Why? Because obedience to the law requires faith. St Paul picks up right after him, "Do we, then, nullify...

January 21 2014 • 4 Comments • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about managing/controlling emotions?

What would humans be like if we never became emotional, if we were capable of controlling emotions at all times? Perhaps we would be like Mr. Spock on Star...

January 21 2014 • 6 Comments • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

Why did Paul leave Trophimus, a 7-year companion, sick and not heal him?

If the apostle Paul still had the power to heal why would he leave a friend and companion sick? In Philippians 2:27 Epaphroditus was sick to the point of ...

2 Timothy 4:20

7 Votes • January 21 2014 • 9 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Were fish and sea creatures also destroyed during the Flood?

When God revealed His plan to destroy the world with a Flood, He told Noah, "I will blot out man whom I have created from the face of the land, man and...

January 20 2014 • 5 Comments • 5 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is ultra-dispensationalism?

Ultra-dispensationalism, also known as hyper-dispensationalism/hyperdispensationalism (although some theologians draw fine distinctions between these terms),...

January 20 2014 • 1 Comments • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Shanna Duck , "Let a search be made in the royal archives..." Ezra 5:17 NIV

Can a person be a Christian if they do not believe that the bible is true?

All of us as Christians are constantly growing in both faith and knowledge. It could be possible to believe in Jesus and yet question a certain book or verse...

January 20 2014 • 1 Comments • 17 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

Was William Marrion Branham a real prophet of the end-times?

I wouldn't believe a thing he ever said. Based on Wikipedia's info he was a false prophet from the get-go, bizarre doctrine!...

January 20 2014 • 1 Comments • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about death?

The Bible presents death as separation: physical death is the separation of the soul from the body, and spiritual death is the separation of the soul from...

January 20 2014 • 2 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

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

Progressive Christianity is a recent movement in Protestantism that focuses strongly on social justice and environmentalism and often includes a revisionist...

January 20 2014 • 2 Comments • Follow • Vote Up