What is the symbolism of 42 boys being mauled by 2 bears when taunting Elisha?
As a result of divine endowement, Elisha had just healed the poison waters of Jericho. No doubt these boys had heard that Elisha had become Elijah's...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Should Christians celebrate Father's Day?
Father's Day is a day set apart to celebrate fatherhood, recognize the influence of fathers in our homes and society, and foster paternal bonds. It is also...
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Seth Freeman
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Should Christians celebrate Father's Day?
Of course we should!!! (no, I'm not a biased father at all).... Actually, unlike Halloween, Mother's Day, and even celebrating Birthdays - Father's day seems...
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Abiodun Asawe
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What does it mean that a man of lowly spirit gains honor?
Blessed are the poor in spirit for they shall see God, a man with a broken spirit is a man with an humble spirit, that is what it means to be lowly in...
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Ema Sabau
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As citizens of heaven, what rights and protections do we have now on earth?
The Webster definition for the word "citizen" is correct. " our citizenship is not of this world" said the Bible .Because it is so we have to know as much is...
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Alfred Vella
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Can a Christian lose salvation?
The common definition of eternal security is, once a person becomes saved by the grace of God he will ALWAYS remain saved. Hence, that is why this teaching...
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JD Abshire
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Is naming my child Nimrod bad?
Nimrod was a godless individual who is believed to have ruled over Babel which later became Babylon. He was also progenitor of the Philistines. I would not...
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Laura Dixon
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How should a Christian deal with tithing and taxation?
There is no question that the Bible instructs us to pay our taxes. But I believe the New Testament leaves the question of the tithe open because God wants us...
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Pauline Linsicombe
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What is the symbolism of 42 boys being mauled by 2 bears when taunting Elisha?
Why did Elisha curse these boys for making fun of him? What was so bad about what the boys said that 42 should be mauled to death by bears? Why does the Bibl...
2 Kings 2:23
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Gabriel Orokunle
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How to convert a Muslim to Christianity?
M-Make yourself a determined apostle that have broken the bridge Behind and you don't have any choice than to represent Christ on the face of the earth. Be...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Who is our final arbiter when interpreting scriptures?
The Church is the final arbiter when it comes to interpreting scripture. The Bible must be read while being guided by the long line of interpretive...
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Samuel Bourassa
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How should a Christian deal with tithing and taxation?
The most common principle about the tithing rate is 10%. However, tax rates are not all equal worldwide. Where I live, the highest marginal tax rate is...
2 Corinthians 9:7
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Ema Sabau
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Do we have two or three parts? Body, soul, and spirit?
This issue is not from yesterday. There are two general views of it. Some believe we HAVE body (that is evident- matter), soul and spirit. Others believe we...
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Seth Freeman
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Will we know the answers to the questions we currently have about God when we get to heaven?
Scripture doesn't exactly address your question, however I think we can make some reasonable assumptions. I doubt we will instantly have perfect knowledge,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Will we have physical bodies in heaven?
Although the Bible tells us little about what it will be like in heaven, it seems that we will most likely have a physical body, although not in the same...
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Seth Freeman
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Will we have physical bodies in heaven?
Absolutely we will have physical bodies! When God originally created us, He created us with physical bodies. We are created both body and soul, and this will...
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John-Luke Muresan
, Part-time Children and Youth Minister of Arthur Pentecostal
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Do narcissistic people change their ways if they accept Jesus Christ as their Savior?
Okay, so the answer is eventually, however, I believe in Mere Christianity CS Lewis addresses this question amazingly. We know that the Holy Spirit works in...
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Refik Ozbay
, Ministry Assistant--Web Campus CCFTL, FL
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What are some encouraging scriptures to do with fasting?
Here are some New Testament passages concerning fasting. Acts 13:2,3; 14:23; 1 Cor. 7:5
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the meaning of the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price?
Jesus had just finished explaining to the disciples the meaning of the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, and these two short parables are a continuance of...
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john labriola
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As citizens of heaven, what rights and protections do we have now on earth?
Luke 6:37 “Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn others, or it will all come back against you. Forgive others, and you will be...
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Refik Ozbay
, Ministry Assistant--Web Campus CCFTL, FL
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Do narcissistic people change their ways if they accept Jesus Christ as their Savior?
No one, not even the person who professes Jesus Christ as their Savior and "Lord" will have the power in and of themselves to change anything. A saved person...
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Donna Wackerle
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Nece Moore
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Do we continue to fast even if we mistakenly ate while fasting?
The way I was brought up, yes it does make your fasting invalid. However, if you continue to fast after eating it still shows respect to the LORD. Hope this...
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Doug M.
, Rescued From The Lion's Mouth
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As citizens of heaven, what rights and protections do we have now on earth?
"For our citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ;" Citizen: "a person who legally belongs to a co...
Philippians 3:20
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Darius Seals
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Do we continue to fast even if we mistakenly ate while fasting?
I was trying to go at least one whole day fasting without eating a thing but drinking only water and nothing else, not even juice. But I forgot I was fasting...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Should Christians celebrate Mother's Day?
Mother's Day-called Mothering Day in the U.K.-can be traced back to ancient pagan practices, but it has gone through a lot of changes and names to get to...
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Wendy De Leon
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Will we remember our earthly lives when we are in heaven?
Well like my Bishop use to say, who cares if we remember things or not!! We are going to be rejoicing!! No more pain, no more death, no more suffering etc....
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Alan Reynolds
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Will we remember our earthly lives when we are in heaven?
I am no scholar but I am unconvinced we will remember. God will remember but us - no so sure. What makes me think this way are Matthew 25:31-46 and Matthew...
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Casper Mcconnell
, Casper the Irish
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Will we remember our earthly lives when we are in heaven?
Yes of course we will remember, why else are we asked to walk so carefully and confess all our sin as God brings them to awareness? If we have unrepentant...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Is it okay to get tattoos if they are of a Christian nature?
As a background, please read our article on "What does the Bible say about tattoos and body piercings?". Beyond the general theme of that article, there is...
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Casper Mcconnell
, Casper the Irish
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Is it okay to get tattoos if they are of a Christian nature?
I could quote some scriptures that indicate we should not cut our flesh nor brand ourselves but let me instead ask a few questions and make an observation...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Does a Christian have two natures?
The first problem that comes up with this question is one of semantics. For example, many prefer "sin nature," others prefer "sinful nature," and still...
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Casper Mcconnell
, Casper the Irish
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Does a Christian have two natures?
Do any people you know have one, two, or more natures, by what you know of them? Francis Schaeffer taught about Faith choices. We are sitting by the fireside...
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John Fernandes
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How to convert a Muslim to Christianity?
Give him the Good News of Christ, most important is the way one Christian live, a good example will influence the muslims to change the mind set of Living...
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Seth Freeman
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How to convert a Muslim to Christianity?
It is the Spirit that convicts people of sin. So ultimately, in a way there is nothing you can do to bring a Muslim, or anyone into a relationship with...
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Seth Freeman
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Did God create the universe?
Yes, God is the author of all created things. Only God is eternal, and therefore all things come from Him.
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Ken Laney
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Do we have apostles today?
The term apostle comes form the greek term "apostolas" which literally meant "one sent on a mission". In terms of the apostles of the NT they were called on...
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Tim Collinson
, Tim Collinson
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How to convert a Muslim to Christianity?
The only decision people make if they do is not to suddenly become believers on the Lord Jesus, but rather to respond by faith to the Gospel; the conviction...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the fruit of the Holy Spirit?
Galatians 5:22-23 tells us, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control." The...
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Fred Swan
, Christian , Husband , Father , Retired Coal Miner
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What is the fruit of the Holy Spirit?
I believe the fruit of the Holy Spirit is Christ likeness.
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JD Abshire
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Do we have apostles today?
In the official sense apostles had to have been 1. Selected by The Lord (or Holy Spirit). 2. Personally have seen the Lord and eye witness of the...
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modise lehobye
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How to convert a Muslim to Christianity?
Its all in the heart , as the saying goes, you can take a donkey to the river but you can't make it drink. PS. By donkey I do not literally refer to any...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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If Jesus is our atonement, why did He die at Passover instead of the Day of Atonement?
Every one of the Old Testament sacrifices typified Christ. The Passover, or paschal, sacrifice was a type of the Lord Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God. The...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why did blood and water come out of Jesus' side when He was pierced?
The Roman flogging or scourging that Jesus endured prior to being crucified normally consisted of 39 lashes, but could have been more (Mark 15:15; John...
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D C
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Can a Christian lose salvation?
What does Ezekiel 18:21-32 say about "losing" or "not losing" your salvation? 21 “But if a wicked person turns away from all the sins they have committed and...