"Jesus wept" in John 11:35, why did He weep?
If you had read John 11:33 (the passage just before), you would have your answer. "When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come with her also...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why did Noah release a raven? Why did he later release a dove?
Following the Genesis flood, as the ark was resting on Mount Ararat, Noah released a raven and dove from the ark at different times. The goal in sending...
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Sidgar .
Why did Noah release a raven? Why did he later release a dove?
It has a deeper meaning as well. The raven symbolizes the flesh or the worldly, the dove the Spirit. The raven that did not return shows that which is of the...
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Awuah Kofi Barfour
"Jesus wept" in John 11:35, why did He weep?
Jesus wept when He saw the unbelief around there. Especially Mary who was more equipped than the others who wept alongside.According to Luke 10:42, Mary had...
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Johnny Cruz
What does the Bible say about confession of sin to a priest?
Did not Jesus say, "do not call anyone on earth Father, for you have only One Father and He is in Heaven"?
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Charles Crocker
What did Jesus mean by "whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it" in Matthew 16:25?
When He says "Whoever saves his life will lose it" He is saying if he denies the Lord to save his earthly life, he will lose his heavenly one. When He says...
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Ema Sabau
Do the sins of the scribes and the Pharisees discredit them from teaching truth?
The answer is right there in the text. If you want to know if that is applicable to our days I can say "yes". We have "theologians " today who are teaching...
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Mike Giannamore
What does the Bible say about confession of sin to a priest?
Christs authority includes his ability to delegate it. To the Church, he gives the power to bind and to loose. "Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and...
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Brandon Hughes
, Regular Worker Guy
What happened to the Ark of the Covenant?
It is being worked on by "top men". But seriously, it is lost. I believe God took it away lest it become an idol people bow down to. Didn't the cross render...
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Bukola OLADEINDE
If you are once saved are you then always saved?
Been saved and remaining saved is a daily exercise. We need to ask for God's grace and strength on a daily basis to help us to be faithful in serving Him....
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Jennifer Goss
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Is it better to see a mentor or a psychiatrist for raising self-esteem?
There are no verses to raise self-esteem. Self-esteem is pride in self, or how one estimates the worth of their own self. There are some verses on...
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Anonymous
Is it better to see a mentor or a psychiatrist for raising self-esteem?
What are some good Bible verses for raising self-esteem?
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
What advice does the Bible give in supporting an ex-husband who has many addictions?
Much. " And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him. For the unbelieving husband has been...
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Lino Ayala
Is there any evidence to support whether King Saul was a believer or non-believer?
One sunday morning in church the pastor came out and bluntly said that King Saul went to hell. I for one am a firm believer that it is God and only God that...
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Brandon Hughes
, Regular Worker Guy
How can I know if I am hearing God, hearing Satan, or hearing my own thoughts?
Open your bible and start reading, we can know 100% that God is speaking to us. That still small voice we hear, most of the time that is our conscience....
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Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
How true is the Old Testament?
The authenticity of the entire Bible has been studied and examined in every way possible by countless scholars in several disciplines (history, linguistics,...
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James hf Lim
Is baptism essential for salvation according to Romans 6:3-5?
Last words of the dearly departed are precious. Before Jesus' ascension he gave his great commision Matthew 28:19-20 -a) Go b) make disciples c) baptize in...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Will we remember our earthly lives when we are in heaven?
Isaiah 65:17 tells us, "For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth: and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind." Some interpret Isaiah...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
What factors should one consider when trying to find a good local church?
Try looking for these qualities: 1. One - describes the unity of the body of Christ. 2. Holy - set apart for a special purpose by and for God. 3. Catholic -...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Does the freedom of religion give us the right to support homosexuality?
We have to break homosexuality into 2 parts: the homosexual person and the homosexual act. God commands us to love our neighbors, whoever they may be,...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Is it wrong to want to die?
Everyone is responsible for his life before God who has given it to him. It is God who remains the sovereign Master of life. We are obliged to accept life...
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
How can I know if I am in love?
" How can I know if I am in love?" There is a question you must know the answer to before you can answer this, and that is - what type of love? English only...
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Anonymous
Does the freedom of religion give us the right to support homosexuality?
If so, will God take this into consideration when he renders his judgement to us on Judgement Day?
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D W
If you are once saved are you then always saved?
Hebrews 6, for an insight into OSAS........... Accept the verses as they are written, then rightly apply them. Hebrews is written to the Hebrew people. That...
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Anonymous
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How do I support my son who just announced he's gay?
This is a very common question lately. God bless you for asking, so that we all may hear some Godly council on this topic. Loving your son is obviously...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is self-control (fruit of the Holy Spirit)?
The last characteristic listed in Galatians 5:22-23 as a fruit of the Spirit is self-control. The fruit of the Spirit is the change in our character that...
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Don Pollock
Is baptism essential for salvation according to Romans 6:3-5?
Baptism IS “essential for salvation according to Romans 6:3-5.” 1) Being “baptized into Christ”, according to Scripture, most certainly includes WATER...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What factors should one consider when trying to find a good local church?
When trying to find a good local church, it's good to remember that, just like the people in them, no church is perfect. However, there are many important...
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John Smith
What factors should one consider when trying to find a good local church?
One of the most important considerations, and I'm sure you've considered it as well, is what your children will be learning during their time each Sunday as...
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D W
Does God require us to follow Jesus perfectly?
Salvation is by grace through faith, not works. Our works (ministering to others in various capacities) follow the salvation experience. Our perfection is...
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Seth Freeman
Do the sins of the apostles discredit them from teaching truth?
Yes, we can absolutely trust Scripture. The Bible is unique amongst all writings in that it alone is inspired by the Holy Spirit. What this means is that...
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
How can I know if I am truly discerning the Bible properly?
"How can I know if I am truly discerning the Bible properly? 1) "Let us discern for ourselves what is right; let us learn together what is good." Job 34:4...
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Is baptism essential for salvation according to Romans 6:3-5?
No, as the thief on the cross demonstrates, physical baptism is not essential to salvation. It is not the 'physical aspect' of baptism that saves, but our...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who is the desired of all nations?
In Haggai 2:7 the Lord says, "I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory." The King James...
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Eldon MavBeth
Is baptism essential for salvation according to Romans 6:3-5?
Did not Jesus tell the thief on the cross "Today you will be with me in paradise." The only thing that could be attributed to him receiving salvation was his...
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Vivian Lindsey
, Hi School teacher ret widowed with one daughter 2 grandkids
How can I know if I am truly discerning the Bible properly?
Yes, The Holy Spirit guides us in all our thoughts and actions. He will "nudge" you in your mind when you are off the right path. He will give you...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Do the sins of the apostles discredit them from teaching truth?
Peter denied the Lord three times. Saul had Christians executed. James and John were hot tempered. Can we still trust the teachings of the apostles even if t...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
When was Jesus' first coming?
Jesus first came when his mother, Mary, gave birth to him. His second coming will be at the end of age.
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
How true is the Old Testament?
First, it would be wrong to think that Genesis is a science book, therefore we should not look for scientific proofs in it. Second, it is also not a good...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Do we contribute anything to our own salvation?
There are two ways to look at this question"from a practical point of view and a biblical point of view. First, from practical point of view, let's assume...
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Lewis olu Ogunojemite
Who is the Spirit of Truth that Jesus spoke of who will guide us in all things and know all things? Islamic scholars claim this is the prophet Mohamed.
In addition to all exposition, I wish to add that Mohammed cannot be the Holy Spirit because the Holy Spirit is to indwell in man to enable him obey God....
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Leon Penny
, Minister, Retired medical practioner. Special interest in
How can I know if I am truly discerning the Bible properly?
There is no sign or experience. You will hunger to read it and you will see Christ revealed in the big picture; the entire bible.
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Jason Burrell
How true is the Old Testament?
I just have a hard time fully believing in the story of Noah having to get 2 of every animal and God flooding the Earth. So did Noah just gather the animals...
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Jason Burrell
Does God require us to follow Jesus perfectly?
I often wonder if I'm following Christ the correct way or if I'm just making myself frustrated. I know Jesus said if you love me you will keep my commandment...
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bobby Allen
Is baptism essential for salvation according to Romans 6:3-5?
John said I baptise with water. But Jesus will baptise you with the Holy Spirit. I believe this is the baptism that John Spoke of.