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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. What can we learn from Paul's shipwreck on Melita (KJV) or Malta? Acts 27-28
  3. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
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  5. Why was God tired of sacrifices? Isaiah 1:11-14
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Who was Adoni-Bezek?

Adoni-Bezek is a name meaning "lord of Bezek" and is mentioned in Judges 1:5-7: "It was there that [the men of Judah] found Adoni-Bezek and fought against...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What are ways I could serve / be serving in the church?

According to the Bible, every Christian has been given at least one spiritual gift to use in service to the body of Christ. "As each has received a gift, use...

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Why did Ruth and Orpah make different decisions?

In Ruth 1, we read that the husband of Naomi died in the land of Moab. Naomi's two sons, the husbands of Ruth and Orpah, also died. Naomi then chose to...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why did the first kinsman redeemer in Ruth refuse to marry her?

In Ruth 4:3-4 Boaz speaks to the first kinsman redeemer of Ruth and says, "Naomi, who has come back from Moab, is selling the piece of land that belonged to...

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Why was Ruth so loyal to Naomi?

Ruth was the daughter-in-law of Naomi. When both of their husbands died, Naomi planned to return to Israel from Moab and encouraged Ruth to return to her...

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What did it mean to spread the corner of your garment over someone?

In Ruth 3:4, Naomi encouraged Ruth to go to Boaz at night, saying, "When he lies down, note the place where he is lying. Then go and uncover his feet and lie...

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What is the story of Ruth and Boaz?

The book of Ruth largely focuses on the relationship between Ruth and Boaz. Ruth was a Moabite woman had come to Israel as the widow of an Israelite man. She...

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What is the story of David and Nabal?

Nabal is described in 1 Samuel 25:2 as a property owner who "was very wealthy. He had a thousand goats and three thousand sheep, which he was shearing in...

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Why was David so loyal to Saul after everything Saul had done to him?

The primary reason David was loyal to Saul was the anointing King Saul had received from the Lord. In other words, the Lord was the One who chose Saul to be...

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What does it mean that the Jews are God's chosen people?

God's Word affirms that the Jews are God's chosen people: "You are a people holy to the Lord your God. The Lord your God has chosen you out of all the...

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What is the story of Joshua and Caleb in the Bible?

Joshua and Caleb are two Israelite men whose stories offer an example of faithful commitment to the Lord. Both men came out of Egypt with the Israelites...

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What is pandeism?

Pandeism is a sort of hybrid of pantheism and deism.Pantheism rejects the idea of a personal God and believes instead that everything is divine-every rock,...

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What is the story of Hannah and Samuel?

The account of Hannah and Samuel is shared in 1 Samuel 1 and 2. Hannah was one of two wives of a Jewish man named Elkanah. The other wife, named Peninnah,...

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What does it mean that Saul is also among the prophets?

When Samuel anointed Saul as the first king of Israel, he predicted that Saul would prophesy, saying, "The Spirit of the LORD will come powerfully upon you,...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Who were Hophni and Phinehas?

First Samuel offers much important information about the sins of Eli's sons, Hophni and Phinehas. The summary of their lifestyle is given in the introduction...

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Why is obedience better than sacrifice?

In 1 Samuel 15, Saul chose to keep the Amalekite king Agag alive and took the plunder from the battle rather than destroy everything as God had commanded....

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What does it mean that God works in mysterious ways?

God works in ways that are often deemed "mysterious"-that is to say, God's methods often leave people totally bewildered. Why would God tell Joshua and the...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the story of David and Michal?

Michal was the first wife of David and the daughter of King Saul of the tribe of Benjamin. She is first mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:49 as the younger of Saul's...

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In what ways is being a Christian difficult?

Anyone who tells you that committing your life to Christ makes your life easier is not telling the truth. Fulfilling, yes. More joyful, absolutely. But...

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How can we store up treasures in heaven?

Jesus told us to "store up for yourselves treasures in heaven" (Matthew 6:20). He linked this command to the desire of our hearts: "Where your treasure is,...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Are baptism and communion means of grace?

Quite simply, baptism and communion are separate from grace and are not a means to it. The rituals of the church do not confer grace, and they cannot merit...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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In what ways is the Christian life like the Olympics?

The Olympics represent the pinnacle of athleticism, training, and competitiveness, going all the way back to ancient times. The apostle Paul used...

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Is it true that when you are born into a Catholic church you are automatically saved?

I was evangelizing to an elderly lady who told me she was saved because she was born catholic.

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Can the cake of barley in Judges 7:13 be related as a divine bomb?

Judges 7:13

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How does psychology work with Christian counseling?

Well, Christian is being a diciple of Jesus, follower and believer of His teaching (John 14:15-27). So, the one and only Counselor for Chrstian is the Spirit...

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Answer by Dan Rivers , Christian, Husband, Grandfather, Son, AT&T retiree
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Can a non-Christian (atheist/other religion) still go to heaven if they live a 'good/righteous' life?

No, they won't inherit anything from God except the lake of Fire... There are many "GOOD" people everywhere. They may be atheist, buddist, hindu or whatever....

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Answer by Felix Itsuokor , Sunday school teacher
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Do you think John 14:1-4 truly refers to heaven/a physical place or refers to intimacy with God?

Yes John 14.1-4 is a physical place, only those who are born again will go there.

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Question by Andrew Matiza
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Where in the Bible does it tell us about a triumphant church?

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Question by Nece Moore
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Is there an online Bible study guide?

I really want to grow in my walk with the LORD. I feel to do so, I need to be in the WORD more, however, I don't really like reading without a purpose. I lik...

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Why do we bury people?

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why do Christians try to impose their values on others?

Christians are frequently accused of trying to impose their values or their beliefs on others. The oft-heard accusation is that Christians are trying to...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the river of life?

The precise phrase river of life does not appear in the Bible. However, Revelation 22:1-2 does refer to "the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal,...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the marriage supper of the Lamb?

In his vision in Revelation 19:7-10, John saw and heard the heavenly multitudes praising God because the wedding feast of the Lamb-literally, the "marriage...

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Answer by Tamara Kaye , Wife & Mother, Follower of Jesus
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Should ex Seventh Day Adventists be re-baptized?

If you are asking if as an Ex-Seventh Day who desires to be baptized as a born again believer -- I would say yes you can. I'm answering based on my own...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Is 'Paradise Lost' by John Milton biblical?

Paradise Lost is an epic poem in 12 books based on the biblical story of Satan's fall from heaven and Adam and Eve's sin in the Garden of Eden. Milton's...

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How long is a cubit?

Traditionally a cubit is from a man's elbow to the tip of the middle finger. 45.72cm or 18 inches or 1 foot 6 inches.

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Is Deconstructionism a valid way to interpret the Bible?

Deconstructionism is basically a theory of textual criticism or interpretation that denies there is any single correct meaning or interpretation of a passage...

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Why did the Egyptian say to David, "Swear to me by GOD that you won't kill me or hand me over to my master"?

I humbly submit that this nameless slave after being left in a field by his Amalekite master to die and then enduring the three long and painful days to...

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Answer by Alicia D
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Were any of the disciples married?

I believe that there are indications of Paul being married such as that he may have been a Sadducee which would have granted him the ability to marry a wife....

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Is PBMA, Inc. biblical?

PBMA, Inc stands for Philippine Benevolent Missionaries Association, Inc.. Its main office is in San Jose, Dinagat Islands, formerly a part of Surigao del No...

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

Confirmation is defined as a sacrament, a ritual or a service performed by man. In some traditions, generally Catholic and Anglican, the sacrament of...

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Answer by Felix Itsuokor , Sunday school teacher
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What does the Bible say about Christian confirmation?

To be confirmed as a born again Christian simply means to be baptised in the power of the Holy Ghost. Now I am a confirmed Christian because my name is...

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Answer by Robert Shirley
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What month is "abib"?

A bib was just the more ancient name for the month of Nisan (March/April). Language changes over time. Abib was used before the Exile, while Nisan was used...

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Answer by Steve Nearman , A sinner saved by grace. Luther Oklahoma
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Is the Catholic Church established by Jesus Christ?

I was raised in Catholicism. One of my first scriptures studies after salvation was Mat 16:18-19. to see of Peter was the first pope. Using my newly...

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Answer by Nathan Toronga , Christian Elder.
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Is working on Sunday a sin?

Working on the first day of the week, aka Sunday, is purely normal. Sunday is a normal working day, like Tuesday or Thursday. What is sinful is to work on...

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Answer by John Fernandes
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Is Jesus God's Son? How could Allah, being one, have a son?

One must understand that Allah of Islam and God of Bible are two different - Allah is merciless where as our God the Father is Loving & forgiving Islam...

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Answer by JD Abshire
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Would you say that Jeremiah 29:10-14 is meant only to those at the time of the writing of Jeremiah?

It was a prophecy that was precisely and literally fulfilled "partially". Yet to be completed in the kingdom age. Leviticus 25:1 "And the LORD spake unto...

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Question by Judy Jones
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How long is a cubit?

Ezekiel 45:1 - 48:35

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Answer by Felix Itsuokor , Sunday school teacher
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Can a Christian be demon possessed? Can a Christian be demonized?

A Christian is Christlike and not those who worship with their lips while their heart is far from God. A believer in Christ Jesus cannot be possessed because...

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Answer by Dawn Irion
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Should Christians celebrate Christmas?

There is specific instruction in Deut 12:30-31 to not adopt the ways of the pagans into how we worship God - " not to be trapped into following them; so that...

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