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  1. Was Jerusalem in the territory of Benjamin or in Judah?
  2. How did Joshua's armymen get to be "seasoned fighters"?
  3. Is Jesus' work yet unfinished according to 1 John 3:8?
  4. Who were to serve as God's "witnesses"? (Isaiah 43:10-12)
  5. What does Romans 6:7 mean? It says, “He who has died has been set free from sin."
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  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?
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Question by Anonymous
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How did the prophets tithe and to whom? Did they tithe to themselves?

I am starting a ministry to take the gospel out of the church through entertaining means. We will use Christian music and scripts to give our message of fait...

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

Can a Christian keep sinning?

That is a yes and no answer to some affect. Living under the law is sin, Rom 7:7 What shall we say, then? Is the law sin? Certainly not! Indeed I would not...

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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Does every person receive the Holy Spirit and decide of their own free will to follow the light?

This question is actually several questions in one. So here's a quick summary. Q: Does every person receive the Holy Spirit? No. Only those that repent and...

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Question by Anonymous
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Does every person receive the Holy Spirit and decide of their own free will to follow the light?

If they do not, and truly then have no reason to believe God's word is true, how can those that live a moral but non-Christian life be sent to eternal damnat...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What was the purpose of the biblical sign gifts?

When we speak of the biblical sign gifts, we are referring to miracles like speaking in tongues, visions, healing, raising the dead, etc. There is no...

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Answer by Paul Huggins

What was the purpose of the biblical sign gifts?

Yes Im sure God does still use miracles today in His own good will, I used to think i spoke in tongues and even translated, but then one day it was placed on...

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Answer by rogers ward

Do Christians have the authority to command angels?

i write this by permission of the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 6:3 Know ye not that we shall judge angels. I believe that angels are sent to do Gods bidding by...

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

What makes me different from the goats in the Bible story when Jesus separated the sheep from the goats?

Good question. The fact that you are concerned probably means you're a sheep, not a goat. You care what Jesus thinks and live according to His rule in your...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why did God restrict the age that a priest could serve?

Numbers 8:24-26 commands, "This applies to the Levites: Men twenty-five years old or more shall come to take part in the work at the tent of meeting, but at...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the worm that will not die in Mark 9:48?

Jerusalem's ancient garbage dump-a place called Gehenna-was illustrative of the ceaseless agonies of hell. This dump was on the south side of Jerusalem. In...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Are the numbers in the Bible accurate?

Critics often argue that the numbers in the Bible are not literal or are impossible to accept. In the book of Numbers, the census of men twenty years old or...

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Answer by David Robinson , Army 1SG, firefighter, consultant (CFPS) - retired from all!

Was the canonization of the Holy Bible necessary? And how do we know which books are authentic?

Every believer should seek satisfactory answers for these reasonable questions, both for the strength of their own faith and to be able to offer a reasoned...

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Question by George Adams , Prime Minister

Why is Satan often depicted as being red with horns, a trident and hooves (etc)?

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

If you have a lot of debt, can you temporarily stop tithing while paying off the debt?

Paul, a man of the Law, did not rebuke anyone with the Law of 10% when there was a problem with financing leaders. He did rebuke them when they claimed that...

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

We assume that there were three wise men because of the three gifts that were given: gold, incense, and myrrh (Matthew 2:11). However, the Bible does not say...

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Answer by ANNMARIE CARDINALE

How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?

It is wonderful that you stated your desire to, "honor your parents," This is the fourth commandment, and the first one with promise, that your days would be...

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Question by Bren Stewart

What vow was Paul adhering to when he had his hair cut?

Acts 18:18

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Answer by Kyle McGlotten , Teacher, Coach, Pastor

How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?

First off I want to commend you for standing for your faith. It is always difficult, but even more so when people you love have a different worldview. I can...

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Answer by Lindsey Molina

Is Contemporary Christian Music honoring to God? Should it be used in church services?

Simple for me...As long as I am singing to my God, and desiring to please Jesus and longing for closeness, a deep personal relationship, It doesnt matter...

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Answer by Craig Snoeyink

How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?

As a believer, you have a spiritual authority to claim and to see salvation come to your whole family. "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be...

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Answer by Telma Costa

Which is the best book in the Bible to recommend for a new Christian to read?

If someone was in the kingdom of darkness and now is coming to the kingdom of light he or she should know first hand who is the new Lord of their life. They...

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Answer by Vin Smith , Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.

Do we contribute anything to our own salvation?

The poorly translated verse--Philippians 2:12-- has prevented many a Christian from the soul comfort that Jesus would have us possess. "Wherefore, my...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Could an alien deception be part of the end times?

We know that the events surrounding the end times, as described in the Bible, will include a powerful deception (Matthew 24:24). Recently, interest has been...

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

Physiologically, asexuality is defined as "having no evident sex or sex organs; sexless." Typically, though, when asexuality is spoken of, it refers to...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What was the Holy Roman Empire?

The Holy Roman Empire was a loosely joined union of smaller kingdoms which held power in western and central Europe between A.D. 962 and 1806. It was ruled...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

Is it poor stewardship for churches to spend in excess on building cosmetics?

I think like many things, it's going to come down to a case by case basis. For instance the playground - I know a local church that has a large, indoor...

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Answer by Judy Jentz , Christian, Lay Person Who Studys God's Living Word

How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?

What Adam says is really good, but you sure are in a tough spot. You make it sound as if your family shuns you and ridicules you. First, don't EVER let this...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

Is the Son of God the first gift God gave to us?

Maybe breathing life into Adam was the first "gift" He gave us? Not entirely sure what you mean by gift though.

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Answer by Seth Freeman

How are we, in the context of 1 Corinthians 1:10, to agree with one another about anything when we can't even agree the accurate meaning of scripture?

I think that's a great question. I think it shows simultaneously both the strength and weakness of the Protestant branch of Christianity. Of the three...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Should Mark 16:9-20 be in the Bible?

Although the vast majority of later Greek manuscripts contain Mark 16:9-20, the Gospel of Mark ends at verse 8 in two of the oldest and most respected...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the Complete Jewish Bible (CJB)?

Complete Jewish Bible - History The Complete Jewish Bible was translated by David H. Stern, an Israel-based Messianic Jewish theologian. Published in 1998 by...

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Answer by Pastor Shafer

What does this statement mean: "The kingdom of God is at hand."?

[kingdom of heaven is at hand] Literally, "kingdom from the heavens." It is headed by Jesus Christ for the purpose of re-establishing the kingdom of God over...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is a Christian?

A dictionary definition of a Christian would be something similar to "a person professing belief in Jesus as the Christ or in the religion based on the...

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

This is a very complex issue, and we will start with what the Bible does not teach. Fate is usually thought of as a predetermined course of events beyond...

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Answer by Mike Morgan

What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?

First, let me say I know I am taking an unpopular and minority position, but please at least consider what I have to say. I don't understand why most agree...

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Answer by Brandon Hughes , Regular Worker Guy

Why is the Pope considered infallible if the Bible says all have sinned?

It seems that many of the answers stem from mis-information about what the infallibility of the Pope actually is. First Vatican Council, session 4, ch 4:...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What are boundaries, and are they biblical?

A boundary is a "dividing line." In geography, a boundary is that which marks the end of one property or jurisdiction and the beginning of another. In...

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Answer by Johnnatta Giles , Spirit Filled Christian

Is it poor stewardship for churches to spend in excess on building cosmetics?

Honestly I have to say I feel this way about the way that people live now in general. I would say it is not anything wrong with trying to improve the church...

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Question by Landon Hayes

Is it poor stewardship for churches to spend in excess on building cosmetics?

I have recently seen large fountain pools for baptistries, full marble bathrooms and elaborate indoor playgrounds in different churches which leads me to fee...

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Answer by adam kantner

How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?

While I have seen no one has answered your question and I am not sure that I will, first I want to tell you how strong you are! I to had this similar problem...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the difference between exegesis and eisegesis?

Exegesis and eisegesis are two conflicting approaches in Bible study. Exegesis is the exposition or explanation of a text based on a careful, objective...

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Answer by todd dubas

Do Christians have the authority to command angels?

Don't forget about binding demons and loosing angels. I bind you demon in Jesus' name and I loose the angels' of God God help me. For whatsoever you shall...

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Question by vicky schaeffer

What makes me different from the goats in the Bible story when Jesus separated the sheep from the goats?

How can I know that I won't be told "away from me I don't know you"? It seems these people were genuinely surprised.

Matthew 25:31 - 46

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Answer by jD Ando

What is the Kingdom of God?

The Message of the Bible is about a KINGDOM called HEAVEN. The message of Jesus Christ was about this nation called the ' KINGDOM OF HEAVEN and its influence...

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Answer by Ema Sabau

Is the Son of God the first gift God gave to us?

If I look in the mankind's history I can say with certitude that God gifted the man long before His Son was given to us. Lord Jesus was the most needed Gift...

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Answer by Oluniyi Fagbenro , Christian husband father

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

There's only one way to know you are filled with the holy spirit(you and the people around you) It's by the fruit of the Spirit Gal 5:22-24 By their fruits...

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

The Holy Spirit is referred to as the "deposit," "seal," and "earnest" in the hearts of Christians (2 Corinthians 1:22; 5:5; Ephesians 1:13-14; 4:30). The...

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Answer by Phillip Ramirez , Actor-Musician-Bible Student

How are we, in the context of 1 Corinthians 1:10, to agree with one another about anything when we can't even agree the accurate meaning of scripture?

As a person who has looked into many different religions, and many different versions of Christianity, my experience has been that the divisions arise more...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Does the Bible give any one individual spiritual authority over another individual?

'Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account. Do this so that their...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

Does the Bible give any one individual spiritual authority over another individual?

The only one who has spiritual authority over me is the lord Jesus who is the head of the ekklesia - called-out Assembly. Those who he gifts to be over-seer,...

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