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  1. Was Jerusalem in the territory of Benjamin or in Judah?
  2. Is Jesus' work yet unfinished according to 1 John 3:8?
  3. Who were to serve as God's "witnesses"? (Isaiah 43:10-12)
  4. What does Romans 6:7 mean? It says, “He who has died has been set free from sin."
  5. How do I communicate that Jesus is God?
  6. 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?
  7. 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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  9. What does the Bible say about rage?


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Answer by Kelli Hamann , Minister, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

When I read the Bible using a one-year chronological plan, why does it jump from Genesis to Job and then back to Genesis again?

The idea of the chronological reading plan is that you read the books of the Bible in what is believed to be the chronological order of events rather than...

November 16 2013 3 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tony Flores , Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ

How should a Christian view comedy?

As a Christian, we have to pay close attention to the Holy Spirir to discern Comedy. There are good and bad comedy and if it goes against the teachings of...

November 16 2013 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tony Flores , Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ

Should Christians be involved in politics?

Jesus was political changing the life's of men and their hearts, He preached the Kingdom of Heaven. He even commanded us to go and Carry the Gospel to the...

November 16 2013 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tony Flores , Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ

How should a Christian view politics?

I feel that all Christians should vote the Bible, or for the person that is closer to our believes. That is one reason, we have to know the Bible. I feel...

November 16 2013 1 Comments 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Can a man who is married to a divorced woman serve in church leadership?

As a background, please read our article on the "husband of one wife" phrase in 1 Timothy 3:2,12 and Titus 1:6. While the qualification "husband of one wife"...

November 15 2013 8 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Dave Young

What did the Apostle Paul mean when he said that "Every man who prays or prophesies with his head covered dishonors his head," and "but every wife who prays or prophesies with her head uncovered dishonors her head"?

it means what it says. Paul is referencing the fact that we must all recognize "headship" and for the woman this requires, according to scripture, that her...

November 15 2013 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Can women serve as deacons in the church?

Scripture is not completely clear whether or not a woman can serve as a deacon. The statement that deacons are to be "men worthy of respect" (1 Timothy 3:8...

November 15 2013 13 Comments 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Valerie Pettit

What did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass until all these things take place"?

Gods plans are greater than our ability to totally understand. His desires have been the same from the beginning of time. The information from the bible, Old...

November 15 2013 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by UDUAK Udom

What does it mean to guard your heart?

The word 'keep' (KJV) in Proverbs 4:23 is translated from the Hebrew word 'natsar' (Strong's concordance 05341), and means: to guard, (to protect, maintain,...

November 15 2013 2 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Rebecca Kubin

What is knowledge of good and evil, aside from the Genesis story?

Deuteronomy 1:34 - 46

4 Votes November 15 2013 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is Israel's role in the end times?

Every time there is a conflict in or around Israel, many see it as a sign of the quickly approaching end times. The problem with this is that we may...

November 15 2013 5 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Can women serve as elders in the church?

There are two primary viewpoints on the question of whether women can serve as elders in the church. The egalitarian view holds that women can serve as...

November 15 2013 14 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

What did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass until all these things take place"?

To interpret "this generation" in Matthew 24 as "that generation" of a distant future is twisting scripture. A future generation cannot be what Jesus is...

November 15 2013 11 Comments 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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How can I overcome disappointment with life?

One of the unfortunate byproducts of living in a sinful, fallen world is that every person, Christian or not, experiences pain and suffering and...

November 15 2013 2 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What was the purpose of the flood in the time of Noah?

Genesis 6 gives the sad account of the state of humanity prior to the worldwide flood during the days of Noah. Genesis 6:5 states, "The LORD saw how great...

November 15 2013 2 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What was a sacred stone in Leviticus?

In Leviticus 26:1 we read of a sacred stone: "Do not make idols or set up an image or a sacred stone for yourselves, and do not place a carved stone in your...

November 15 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What evidence is there of a spiritual realm?

The Bible teaches the existence of an immaterial, spiritual reality, unseen by human eyes. The physical reality is evident for all to see-although some doubt...

November 15 2013 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Obeying one's parents is a direct command from God. "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right" (Ephesians 6:1). The word obey in this verse...

November 15 2013 2 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Dorcas Sitali , Miss Dorcas sitali

Can we believe in God without believing in the Bible?

Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God Romans 10:17. Jesus is the living, breathing Word of God, for the Word which was in the beginning and...

November 15 2013 20 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Leon Penny , Minister, Retired medical practioner. Special interest in

What does it mean to guard your heart?

Do not allow sin to control you. You control where your hearts lies.

November 15 2013 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kit Conrad

How should a Christian view politics?

As a point of explanation, Christians should vote for people who most represent our God and not our own agendas. For instruction on how to accomplish this,...

November 15 2013 2 Comments 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mayowa Lewis

Is it biblical to use the phrase "ask Jesus into your heart"?

I believe it is biblical to certain extent. John 14:15-18 NKJV “If you love Me, keep My commandments. And I will pray the Father, and He will give you...

November 15 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Fred Swan , Christian , Husband , Father , Retired Coal Miner

If I am saved and all of my sins are forgiven, why not continue to sin?

Being saved or following Christ is a decision we make when drawn by the Holy Spirit that is followed by a lifestyle change. The lifestyle shows the validity...

November 15 2013 4 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Fred Swan , Christian , Husband , Father , Retired Coal Miner

What did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass until all these things take place"?

The Parable of the Fig Tree that includes Mathew 24:34 is Jesus answer to the questions the disciples asked Him in Mathew 24:3. The problem is that Jesus...

November 15 2013 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Dorcas Sitali , Miss Dorcas sitali

What does the Bible say about the prosperity gospel?

I wish above all things that you prosper and be in health even as your soul prospers and again God delights in the prosperity of his servants. Prosperity is...

November 15 2013 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

Are there any specifications for a widow that needs help from a Christian?

It depends. 1Timothy 5:3 "Honour widows that are widows indeed." 5:4 "But if any widow have children or nephews, let them learn first to shew piety at home,...

November 15 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bryan Naidoo , founder and senior pastor of The Upper-Room Church

Will God continue to forgive you if you commit the same sin over and over again?

It is true God will forgive if one comes to him full of remorse. It all depends upon the approach of the person. There must be humility and repentance. This...

November 15 2013 1 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Anthony Clinton , Teacher in China

What is the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit?

The blasphemy of the Holy Spirit is an act that happens at a specific time and not a habitual sin that you may die in. Joh 8:24 I said therefore unto you,...

November 15 2013 1 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeremiah Kaaya , Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional

Is God interested in organized religion?

Religion's major mission is to do away with God. Following a certain set of rules which culminates into religion is only to do what you think God wants....

November 15 2013 1 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Judy Sheridan

Is it biblical to use the phrase "ask Jesus into your heart"?

Asking Jesus into your heart means we must repent of our sins and believe in Him, giving every part of our life over to Him. Being a child of God is much the...

November 15 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3

Can a non-Christian (atheist/other religion) still go to heaven if they live a 'good/righteous' life?

I say No but Pope Francis will disagree with me. He explains it in light of James 2:18, "The Lord has redeemed all of us, all of us, with the Blood of...

November 15 2013 9 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Rich Fool?

The Parable of the Rich Fool can be found in Luke 12:13-21. The key to understanding this parable is in verse 15 (and later summarized in verse 21). Luke...

November 15 2013 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Is it good to have close friendships with unbelievers?

As Christians, we have to constantly face temptations and the attacks of the world around us. Everything we see, read, do, hear, put in our bodies, etc.,...

November 15 2013 2 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the spiritual gift of teaching?

The spiritual gift of teaching is one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit (Romans 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 12:28; Ephesians 4:1-12). It is a gift given by the Holy...

November 15 2013 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why do some people not turn to God until later in life?

The gospel message is for young and old, for men and women of all races and cultures (Galatians 3:28). But most who hear the message do not respond...

November 15 2013 3 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Was Martin Luther anti-Semitic?

Martin Luther was a 16th-century German monk and professor of theology at the University of Wittenberg. He is credited with being the catalyst for the...

November 15 2013 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Question by Viki Balsamo

If my gift is to serve, am I excused from evangelizing or encouraging?

I think the answer is that you are not excused, that everyone is supposed to use every gift, though some are better at some gifts than others. What does the ...

1 Corinthians 12:1 - 11

2 Votes November 15 2013 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by David Sutton

If my gift is to serve, am I excused from evangelizing or encouraging?

We should never come off in the kingdom of God as some who thinks we know it all or that we have all the power that the Holy Spirit offers. Jesus said he was...

November 15 2013 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Who is the false prophet of the end times?

The false prophet of the end times is described in Revelation 13:11-15. He is also referred to as the "second beast" (Revelation 16:13, 19:20, 20:10)....

November 15 2013 2 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Glenn Harrell , Bi-vocational Minister, writer

How do I speak to a neighbour about her need for Christ in her life?

My guess is that you have already spoken to her. If you cared enough to write this question, she knows of your love and concern. People know that we are...

November 15 2013 Follow Vote Up

Question by Sayialel Ole Pasiany , company clerk

Are there any specifications for a widow that needs help from a Christian?

Are there factors that need consideration? For instance, what if she is financially stable? Am I required to offer her help?

November 15 2013 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Jesse Njoka

Why is it not good to walk with unbelievers?

7 Votes November 15 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Eddie Campbell

How can I quit my addiction to smoking?

I smoked for about 20 years. We know God will help us through trials. Also we know smoking adds a lot of chemicals in our body. I asked a wise pastor the...

November 15 2013 15 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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How should a Christian view materialism?

Materialism is defined as "the preoccupation with material things rather than intellectual or spiritual things." If a Christian is preoccupied with material...

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