Did Abraham ever dwell in a house, or merely tents?
Abraham dwelled in a house in Ur before he was called by God to leave (Gen 12) and dwelled in Beersheba after his journey (Gen 22:19). But in His heart he...
Answer
by
Sahoulyah Shumenyah
What did Jesus mean when he said, "I come not to bring peace, but to bring a sword"?
He came to SEPARATE those who are of the faith, from those that are not of the faith. The people that you may have been related to by blood, may not treat...
Question
by
Joe Glascock
, Homemaker,caretaker, artist.
Answer
by
Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
When did Adam decide to call the first woman, Eve?
Naming was a very significant event all throughout the Bible and often indicated a change of calling or direction in someone's life. Matthew Henry's...
Answer
by
Jeff Hammond
What did Jesus mean when he said, "I come not to bring peace, but to bring a sword"?
I was invited to dialogue with Muslim students at an Islamic University. When I arrived I discovered that my concept of a dialogue was very different to...
Answer
by
Glen Jeffers
, Pastor and president of Christ In Us Ministries Int'l.
Which is correct? "IF you believe, THEN you are saved" or "You're saved! Believe it!"!"
Warren, I thank you for this question because most do not believe this. Let me fill this out by giving some scripture. In the OT God said that Christ would...
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
What is the Star of David and is it biblical?
There is no reference to the Star (or shield) of David in the Bible. There are several rabbinical tales as to the origin of the Star of David. These range...
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
What is the meaning of wormwood in Revelation?
"Wormwood" is the name of a star in Revelation 8:10-11: "The third angel sounded his trumpet, and a great star, blazing like a torch, fell from the sky on a...
Answer
by
Jason Corning
, The Order of the Maccabee
What is the meaning of wormwood in Revelation?
The Russian word for Wormwood is Chernobyl (as in the Nuclear Power Plant that melted down in the Soviet Union on April 26, 1986) A number of Bible scholars...
Question
by
Jason Corning
, The Order of the Maccabee
Is not the phrase "Heaven and Earth' one of the very first metaphorical references to the Star of David?
************* In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the Earth. - Genesis 1:1 THE HEAVENS- Upward Triangle AND THE EARTH- Downward Triangle ...
Genesis 1:1
Answer
by
Jason Corning
, The Order of the Maccabee
Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?
Is the language nonsense or a real language that the speaker has never learned or spoken before (like a man from Africa speaking Russian, or an Asian...
Answer
by
Jason Corning
, The Order of the Maccabee
What is the shortest verse in the bible?
After the shortest verse 'Jesus Wept', there are three runners up, all in a row from one of Paul's more obscure letters. Here they are: The Bible's Shortest...
Answer
by
Julian Young
Does the New Testament address tithing?
I think that tithing does not line up with 2 Corinthians 8 & 9. For some giving 10% may not be sacrificial; a much higher amount might be needed. For...
Answer
by
Karen Snyder
Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?
First of all, Constantan put a stop to True Christianity & just because he did, doesn't mean that God did. The Gifts are still in affect today. Also, I...
Question
by
Carol Crook
, Evangelist Carol Crook
When did Adam decide to call the first woman, Eve?
Genesis 3:20
Answer
by
Karen Snyder
What evidence is there in scripture to support the doctrine of the holy trinity?
Weren't the theologians the ones who named it the trinity? Should we be putting God in a box of three when the Bible talks about the Seven Spirits of God?
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
How can there be subordination in the Trinity?
It may sound strange to speak of subordination within the Trinity. After all, Jesus and the Father are "one" (John 10:30). Subordination makes us think of a...
Answer
by
EL Mohel Castorena
, EL Mohel
How can the gospel be preached to the dead?
Rom 6:13 Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are "alive from the dead",...
Answer
by
Matt Wilkinson
Is it biblical for a local church to sponsor it's pastor to move on to do missionary work in another country?
God called us to love everyone. By sponsoring the pastor of that church, they help him/her get to other countries to love on those people that may not have...
Answer
by
Brandon Hughes
, Regular Worker Guy
Can / Should we interpret the Bible as literal?
Parts of the bible are meant to be taken literally, other parts are allegory, there is poetry, similes and metaphors, history, prophecy, visions, dreams and...
Answer
by
Tim Rose
What evidence is there in scripture to support the doctrine of the holy trinity?
Sayings of Jesus on the cross. There are three in one. Look at this. Luke 23:34: Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do. Matthew 27:46: My...
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
Why is it important to study the Bible in context?
It's important to study Bible passages and stories within their context. Taking verses out of context leads to all kinds of error and misunderstanding....
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
Why is understanding the Bible important?
Understanding the Bible is important because the Bible is God's Word. When we open the Bible, we read God's message to us. What could be more important than...
Answer
by
Don Watson
Why is understanding the Bible important?
Consider the alternative, clearly described and defined in that very Bible.
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
Is it necessary to fully understand the Gospel to go to heaven? Is it enough to believe it, even if we do not fully understand it?
In one sense, the gospel message is very simple to understand: Jesus died and rose again so that we can be saved. The basic facts of the gospel are easy...
Answer
by
D W
Is it necessary to fully understand the Gospel to go to heaven? Is it enough to believe it, even if we do not fully understand it?
It is necessary to understand who Jesus is, why He came, and what you have to do about it. Read John 14:6, John 3:16-17, John 3:3, John 5:24, Romans 10:8-13....
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
Do we receive mansions in heaven?
The night before Jesus was crucified, He told His disciples that He would be leaving them and that they could not go with Him (John 13:33). Peter asked where...
Answer
by
D W
Do we receive mansions in heaven?
WHO is He going to prepare a place for? Mansions in "Heaven" is not the intent of this passage. Jesus, speaking to His Apostles, tells them that He is going...
Answer
by
Xpictos Stalis
Are Jehovah's Witnesses right about being the only ones who know the truth about Armageddon?
The Jehovah's Witnesses are essentially a new form of an old heresy perpetuated by Arius (ca. AD 250–336) that Jesus is not divine. This is contrary to more...
Answer
by
Nancy Emmons
What will we be doing in heaven?
Nothing this earth has to offer can compare to the peace and serenity we will experience of being constantly surrounded by the love, compassion and love of...
Answer
by
Alice Siew
Why does Scripture emphasize the right hand of God?
To be at the right hand means to be equal to the person you stood or seated by.
Question
by
Warren Malach
Which is correct? "IF you believe, THEN you are saved" or "You're saved! Believe it!"!"
Did Christ die for the sins of the whole world, and when He rose from the dead, did God forgive the sins of the whole world apart from and prior to my person...
Answer
by
Rotimi EWEDEMI
, Very keen Bible Researcher
What will we be doing in heaven?
The answer as what the saints will be doing in heaven is found in the scriptures: 1. Daniel 7:13,14,17,18,21,22,27 and Isaiah 9:6,7 show that they will be...
Answer
by
Dario Gonzalez
Are Jehovah's Witnesses right about being the only ones who know the truth about Armageddon?
1. The witnesses believe there is no rapture but revelations 3:10 is proof of a pre tribulation rapture. 2. They also believe that only the elect(144k), will...
Answer
by
Don Watson
How was Jesus "justified in the Spirit"?
Vindicated. Judged Righteous and Holy. Blameless. That passage identifies the Trinity, as well. 1 Timothy 3:16, appeared in the flesh, justified Spiritually...
Answer
by
Gary Patton
, People Development Coach to Christians
What evidence is there in scripture to support the doctrine of the holy trinity?
One of the best ways to Biblically prove Holy Spirit (His name, not a title that always needs a 'the') is part of the God-head along with the Father and the...
Answer
by
Gary Patton
, People Development Coach to Christians
Why does Scripture emphasize the right hand of God?
The "right" side to ancient people groups was also the side of "trustworthiness" because it was unprotected by a warrior's shield and fully open.
Answer
by
Simon Wartanian
What will we be doing in heaven?
Being glorified by God, glorifying and praising God, enjoying God, eternal bliss! You don't wanna miss out! Repent and believe!
Answer
by
S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
![]()
Supporter
What are Codex Sinaiticus and Codex Vaticanus?
Our knowledge of the original text of the Bible comes from ancient hand-written manuscripts. The Old Testament was written in Hebrew, and the New Testament...
Answer
by
Bill Blake
What will we be doing in heaven?
The real question is what will we be doing on the new earth. Answer enjoying life in a perfect world like we would have if Adam hadn't sinned.
Answer
by
Lace Strother
, OOAK Fantasy Porcelain artist, blessed child of God
Can a Christian keep sinning?
God's word tells us that no sin is ''worse'' than another... Jesus was also the ONLY ''perfect'' being... that is WHY he died for us... because the wages of...
Answer
by
Gregory Tomlinson
, Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate
What does God mean ''and you shall not go up by steps to my altar, that your nakedness be not exposed on it''?
What does God mean ''and you shall not go up by steps to my altar, that your nakedness be not exposed on it''? Should this verse be taken literally?...
Answer
by
Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
What evidence is there in scripture to support the doctrine of the holy trinity?
What is a son of a duck? A duck. Jesus is the Son of God, ergo, Jesus is God.
Answer
by
Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
What will we be doing in heaven?
Simply put, what we do in heaven is "looking at God and seeing Him as He is". The effect of this action is seeing all of creation, past, present and future...
Answer
by
Dan Rivers
, Christian, Husband, Grandfather, Son, AT&T retiree
Should we have a Christmas Tree? Does the Christmas Tree have its origin in ancient pagan rituals?
If you worship and idolize a pine tree or any thing, then that would not be in keeping with the Word. But if it's just a decoration, then theirs nothing...
Answer
by
Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
Are Jehovah's Witnesses right about being the only ones who know the truth about Armageddon?
My opinion on Watch Towerites and their many false teachings though, they may sound like scripture are in fact structured and taught to be received as such....
Answer
by
Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
Are Jehovah's Witnesses right about being the only ones who know the truth about Armageddon?
You cannot be a new covenant Christian and be led by the indwelling Spirit and be a legalist ( follow OT Law) at the same time. Jesus fulfilled the Law and...