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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. 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. Who were to serve as God's "witnesses"? (Isaiah 43:10-12)
  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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Answer by Kenneth Heck

Did we all inherit sin from Adam and Eve?

If original sin were a matter of heredity then it would be possible to find the "sin gene' or group of genes that predispose us to sin. This isn't possible...

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Answer by Nanners Blank

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

I have had this very conversation with my mother who believes in God, but doesn't feel the bible is the inspired word of God. Yes, current translations lose...

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Answer by Nanners Blank

What happens after death, before the Resurrection?

Well you either go into Paradise or Torment. Then when Jesus comes back, we will then be given our heavenly bodies and those in Paradise will go into Heaven,...

July 25 2013 • 2 Comments • 24 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Cynthia Spencer

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

I think this is a very good question. I wonder how many people have gone down the "Roman Road" believing they are saved because they believe Jesus is the Son...

July 25 2013 • 17 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Crystal George

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

Unfortunately this is a common belief of some groups that claim to be Christian, especially Mormon groups. They try to argue that the Bible translactions are...

July 25 2013 • 4 Comments • 17 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Can I start dating (I am in the process of getting a divorce), or do I have to wait until the divorce is final?

The question of dating during the divorce process is difficult to answer for several reasons. For one thing, the concept of "dating" as we know it today is...

July 25 2013 • 2 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Seth Freeman

Can I start dating (I am in the process of getting a divorce), or do I have to wait until the divorce is final?

The first easy answer is that you have to wait until your divorce is final. However, the real question is whether or not Scripture permits you to...

July 25 2013 • 4 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Dan Overlander

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

Officially, this whole question should be removed from eBible.com because it violates the statements of faith that all questions/answers must abide to....

July 25 2013 • 3 Comments • 17 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Are there angels among us?

Our society has a fascination with the supernatural, and angels receive a lot of attention. We see bumper stickers, jewelry, T-shirts, movies, and tv shows...

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Answer by Ezra King , Ezra King

What is the best description of who God is?

Study the ten commandments. You will meet God like you never met Him before

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Question by Val Rosales

What does simplicity that is in Christ mean in 2 Corinthians 11:3?

2 Corinthians 11:3

2 Votes • July 25 2013 • 3 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Ezra King , Ezra King

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

I Christian is a follower of Christ. To know Christ you must read the Bible.

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Answer by Ezra King , Ezra King

Is hell literally a place of fire and brimstone?

Mat_10:28 And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell....

July 25 2013 • 8 Comments • 7 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Fanny Essamuah

Is hell literally a place of fire and brimstone?

in Luke 16:19-31 Jesus tells the story of a certain rich man and Lazarus. in verse 24 KJV- And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send...

July 25 2013 • 1 Comments • 7 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Dea Smith

What does it mean to empty yourself and how is it done?

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Answer by Seth Freeman

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

Well the only unpardonable sin is not believing in Jesus. So I would tread carefully in declaring a person a Christian or not based upon a belief they hold...

July 24 2013 • 6 Comments • 17 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What happens after death, before the Resurrection?

Within the Christian faith, there is a significant amount of confusion regarding what happens after death. Some hold that after death, everyone "sleeps"...

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Question by Andrew Ory

Where do we go from the time our earthly bodies die and Judgement Day?

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Answer by Seth Freeman

Does Paul instruct Timothy not to undertake any secular jobs for Timothy's living?

While I am a fan of the ESV, I think your confusion could be cleared up by looking at this verse in the NASB: "No soldier in active service entagles himself...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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How can I stay encouraged when finding a good job seems impossible?

What's important to recognize in the midst of situations that seem impossible-like finding a good job-is that, when we surrender the problem to God's...

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Answer by Andrea Spirit , www.firstlove4jesus.org

How can I stay encouraged when finding a good job seems impossible?

I think I might have an idea how you feel. I lost my job of 6yrs in 2008 because of health issues. I have a total of 4 back surgeries. But during my sickness...

July 24 2013 • 6 Comments • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Does the Bible support eugenics?

Eugenics is a social movement that supports the supposed improvement of the human population via selective breeding and other means. It was originally...

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Answer by Andrea Spirit , www.firstlove4jesus.org

Does Paul instruct Timothy not to undertake any secular jobs for Timothy's living?

No I don't think Paul was referring to a job because Paul himself was a tent maker along with preaching the Gospel. What he was doing was strengthening...

July 24 2013 • 3 Comments • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Lindsey Edwards

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

2 Timothy 3:16- all scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:...

July 24 2013 • 17 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Question by Julia Fisher

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

I want to understand if there is a conflict with someone claiming to believe in Jesus as the Son of God, and claiming to be a Christian, but also not believi...

8 Votes • July 24 2013 • 3 Comments • 18 Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

Is the New World Translation a valid version of the Bible?

Recently on Jeopardy, one of the answers was "It is the most accurate translation of the Holy Scriptures?" No one got the correct answer so Alex Trebek said...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Is the New World Translation a valid version of the Bible?

The New World Translation (NWT) is defined by the Jehovah's Witnesses' parent organization (the Watchtower Society) as 'a translation of the Holy Scriptures...

July 24 2013 • 6 Comments • 3 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why are there two different Creation accounts in Genesis chapters 1-2?

Genesis 1:1 says, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." Later, in Genesis 2:4, it seems that a second, different story of creation...

July 23 2013 • 5 Comments • 6 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Stephanie Brooks

How do we as christians deal with jealousy?

Common Causes of Jealousy: Unmet expectations. Many times we place unrealistic expectations on ourselves and the people around us. Often times we feel things...

July 23 2013 • 1 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the difference between a talent and a spiritual gift?

There are similarities and differences between talents and spiritual gifts. Both are gifts from God. Both grow in effectiveness with use. Both are intended...

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Question by Arun Kumar , Engineer, Chennai, India

Does Paul instruct Timothy not to undertake any secular jobs for Timothy's living?

What did Paul mean referring "to be entangled in civilian affairs"?

2 Timothy 2:4

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Who is permitted to baptize / perform baptisms?

The Bible does not specifically address this question. When one looks through the baptisms recorded in the Gospels and the Book of Acts, it would seem that...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the difference between a sect and a cult?

The word sect comes from the Latin word secta, which means "school of thought." It is a subjective term that may apply to a religious faith or denomination,...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

What is the difference between a sect and a cult?

From a purely Christian perspective, a sect would be a group of Christians that are not entirely mainstream or fundamental in their beliefs, but are not so...

July 22 2013 • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Andrea Spirit , www.firstlove4jesus.org

What is the relationship between the spiritual gifts of 'a message of wisdom' and 'distinguishing between spirits'?

Hi, if you look at the NKJV you will see it more clearly. I Corinthians 12:8, 10 NKJV for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another...

July 22 2013 • 5 Comments • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is YHWH? What is the tetragrammaton?

The ancient Hebrew language that the Old Testament was written in did not have vowels in its alphabet. In written form, ancient Hebrew was a consonant-only...

July 22 2013 • 4 Comments • 1 More Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Alfred Okumu

Does praying Scripture have greater effectiveness than other prayers?

Prayer is opening your heart to God, sharing your needs with him,and also fellow shipping with him, these should be spontaneous and honest,praying scriptures...

July 22 2013 • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Claude Millette , Accept Jesus in 1992!

Does praying Scripture have greater effectiveness than other prayers?

I remember Reading a Passage I Believe its Jesus that was Saying this is How you Should Pray Our Father who are in Heaven.For many months and Years I...

July 22 2013 • 1 Comments • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Bulus Dabit

How do we as christians deal with jealousy?

God is our Great provider and He exercises His sovereignity in the way He provides and according to His good plans for us.Jer.29vs 11.Instead of being...

July 22 2013 • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

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

Koinonia is a Greek word that occurs 20 times in the Bible. Koinonia's primary meaning is "fellowship, sharing in common, communion." The first occurrence of...

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Question by Asabe Tahir

What is the relationship between the spiritual gifts of 'a message of wisdom' and 'distinguishing between spirits'?

To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom, to another a message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, to another miraculous powers, to...

July 21 2013 • 1 Comment • 1 Answer • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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How do God's sovereignty and mankind's free will relate in regards to salvation?

It is impossible for us to fully understand the relationship between God's sovereignty and man's free will and responsibility. Only God truly knows how they...

July 21 2013 • 5 Comments • 9 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Pam Johnson

How do we as christians deal with jealousy?

How do Christians deal with jealousy? That's a very honest question. I believe as a Christian that jealousy is recognized as one of Satan's schemes to get a...

July 21 2013 • 4 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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How can I avoid being a doubting Thomas?

We should thank God for the example of "doubting Thomas"! The famous story of the disciple Thomas, whose name literally means "doubter," is recorded in John...

July 21 2013 • 1 Comments • 2 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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Why didn't God destroy the devil when he sinned, and thus end the sin problem?

Humans (and Angels) sin, not because of the devil, but because of free will. We cannot blame the devil for our sins. We can only blame ourselves because we,...

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Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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Why didn't Adam and Eve die immediately?

The verse said, "when you eat from it you will certainly die." The verse didn't say, "when you eat from it you will die immediately."

July 21 2013 • 6 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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What is the best description of who God is?

For us, humans, to give a description of God, is almost an impossible task. As humans have limited intellect, any description we propose may come close to,...

July 21 2013 • 1 Comments • 9 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
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Is there forgiveness of sin for Jews today that die without accepting Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior?

The Jews celebrate Yom Kippur, ("Day of Atonement") which is the holiest day of the Jewish year. It is a day of communal fasting and praying for forgiveness...

July 21 2013 • 6 More Answers • Follow • Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What are the Ten Commandments?

The Ten Commandments (also known as the Decalogue) are ten laws in the Bible that God gave to the nation of Israel shortly after the exodus from Egypt. The...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean to be contrite? What is contrition?

The Bible speaks often of a contrite heart. In Isaiah 66:2, the Lord says, "These are the ones I look on with favor: those who are humble and contrite in...

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