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  1. If a pretribulation rapture is true, why wasn't it a core belief and teaching of first century believers, rather than its first mention made by John Nelson Darby, and susequently presented in the Scofield Reference Bible in the early 1900's?
  2. Who decided why and which names should be changed to English, like David or Mark, while others are unchanged, such as Mephibosheth, Athaliah, Aquila, and so on?
  3. What sin does a newborn child commit that causes him/her to be born in a poor house?
  4. What could be the reason for finding difficulty in praying?


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Answer by Ron Papile

Why are witches not allowed to live?

One purpose of the Law was to point people to Christ. One way Old Testament Scripture told about Christ is through the Law: If you break this Law, you are...

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Answer by Anonymous
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What does the Bible say about masturbation?

Actually the Bible does address the masturbation issue directly. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 reads: 4:3 For this is God’s will: that you become holy, that you keep...

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Answer by Carolyn Yusuf

Why did Jesus say, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"

God never forsakes anyone, and most assuredly not his son. He is omnipresent as well as ever present. We as humans become so wrapped up in the trappings of...

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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How does the Holy Spirit work with me?

The answer lies in the chapters preceding this verse. In John 14:15-17, Jesus states, "If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the...

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Question by Anonymous
Medium

How does the Holy Spirit work with me?

John 16:13

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Answer by Andrea Spirit , www.firstlove4jesus.org

How does the Holy Spirit work with me?

We must fellowship with the Holy Spirit daily "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all...

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Answer by Sarah Newcomb

How does one know one has the Holy Spirit? What are the signs?

As 2 says that when the Spirit came it was as a rushing mighty wind and it laid on them like cloven tongues of fire and the were filled with the Holy Ghost,...

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Answer by Edward Hunter

What is the difference between baptising in the name of Jesus and baptising in the 'Father, Son, Holy Spirit'?

The difference is acknowledging Jesus only does not give honor to his father the Almighty God, the creator of all on earth and in the heavens along with the...

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Answer by Anonymous
Medium

What does the Bible say about masturbation?

If its not mentioned in the bible it's is WRONG to say its a sin. Who is worthy to decide yea or nay on the details like this? No one! If you are going to...

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Answer by Andrea Spirit , www.firstlove4jesus.org

How does one know one has the Holy Spirit? What are the signs?

Believe me you will know. He's the sweetest most precious friend anyone could ever have. Jesus says in John 14:27 NKJV "Peace I leave with you, My peace I...

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Answer by Andrea Spirit , www.firstlove4jesus.org

Why do so many of us still struggle with temptation and desires to sin if we're not controlled by our sinful nature anymore?

Romans 7:15-25 NKJV "For what I am doing, I do not understand. For what I will to do, that I do not practice; but what I hate, that I do. If, then, I do what...

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Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

What does neighbor mean in the Bible?

Love of neighbor, like love of God, is not merely a feeling; it involves action. It is helpful to consider further the context of the command recorded in...

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Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

How was the Bible itself put together and by whom?

Who wrote the Bible? It is commonly referred to as the book of books it is the oldest book in existence, however for many people they do not even know when...

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

The phrase "unclean to you" is repeated throughout Leviticus 11. What does that say about the inherent cleanliness or uncleanliness of some creatures?

Clean animals = animals that can be offered as sacrifice. Unclean animals = animals which cannot be offered as sacrifice. The clean-unclean distinction is...

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Answer by Tim Beeker

Why did Jesus say, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"

YeHoshua spoke many times with "dark sayings." (Ps. 78:2-3) He, quite often, didn't speak directly to people, pushing them to think for themselves. Just as...

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

Why did Jesus say, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"

LSS, or Last Song Syndrome. You know it when you heard a song and you find yourself singing it over and over the entire day. Somehow, Jesus couldn't get...

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

Is God interested in organized religion?

Of course! Jews bring their offerings to a Jewish priest, and the priest brings the offerings to the temple and makes the sacrifice for them. If that is not...

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Answer by Gina Gray

Does my pastor have complete authority over me?

Jesus alone is all authourity, for all authority has been given to Him. the pastor is human with human frailties as we ourselves have many faults. let's not...

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Answer by Anonymous
Medium

Is God interested in organized religion?

What if someone said: "Why don't you come to my church, we're highly unorganized?" -- C.B. 1 Corinthians 14:40 King James Bible (Cambridge Ed.) Let all...

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

What does neighbor mean in the Bible?

The reason why the scriptures never describe the word "neighbor" is because it assumes the reader, presumably of Jewish heritage, is already familiar with...

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Answer by Kelli Hamann , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

What does neighbor mean in the Bible?

Here is Strong's definition of "neighbor" in the original Greek: 1) a neighbour a) a friend b) any other person, and where two are concerned, the other (thy...

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Answer by Kelli Trujillo , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

Is there significance to Jesus using the word "little" in Luke 12:32?

Here is Strong's definition for the Greek word used for "little": mikros | | mikroteros mik-rot'-er-os apparently a primary word; small (in size, quantity,...

June 20 2013 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by My Cup Overflows

If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?

I have really appreciated everyone's thoughts on this verse. Each of you had a nugget for me to think on and most of you hit the subject squarely and head...

June 20 2013 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Chuck Smith Jr , Soul-shaper

If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?

Given the context of Luke's gospel and that of this conversation and specific event, it does not seem to me that what Luke had in mind was "saving...

June 19 2013 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Willie Washington

If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?

Being a part of the "elect" does not guarantee safety from failure. The devil desired Peter as he did Job; but it was up to Job to decide how he would...

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Answer by Fanny Essamuah

If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?

If you read the verse before, it says in Luke 22:31 KJV And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as...

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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When Jesus said that he would be in the earth 3 days and 3 nights, how is this accomplished between Friday evening and Sunday morning?

[Adding this as an alternate answer based on comments in the first answer provided.] Jesus was crucified on Wednesday. This is based on the reference in John...

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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When Jesus said that he would be in the earth 3 days and 3 nights, how is this accomplished between Friday evening and Sunday morning?

The sign of Jonah as mentioned by Jesus in Matthew 12:39-40 refers to Jesus being crucified and died on Friday and rose up again on Sunday. Jewish speech...

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Answer by Phenyo Mathale , I Hallelujah my GOD

Is there significance to Jesus using the word "little" in Luke 12:32?

The little shows our vulnerability to fleshly matters

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

If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?

Jesus sees all of us as we are, even Peter. Peter had a history of failing faith. Remember when he looked away from Jesus while walking on water. He sunk....

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Answer by Jesse Mcdowell

Why do so many of us still struggle with temptation and desires to sin if we're not controlled by our sinful nature anymore?

We are all born with a sin nature. When we are born again by the power of God through Faith in Jesus he gives us His Spirit nature. Now we have two natures...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

What does neighbor mean in the Bible?

Next time you're cut off while driving down the road by a rude driver... that's your neighbor. Next time you see a homeless person on the side of the...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?

Because being part of the "elect" does not make you any less human and capable of falling into sin. If that were the case, then I don't think any one living...

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Answer by Edward Hunter

What does neighbor mean in the Bible?

I think I'm doing well, because I always try to do unto others as I would have them do unto me. However, the Almighty will be the final judge of that. I...

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Answer by Michael Rice

If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?

Jesus did not want Peter to "fail" to have faith in His ability and willingness to forgive him and restore him. Jesus knows that we will always fail in some...

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Answer by Michael Owens

How was the Bible itself put together and by whom?

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

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Answer by Cheryl Cole

How does one know if God is fighting those that try to make it hard for His children?

I think God is leaving the fighting to us.....but our weapons are not worldly but spiritual and mighty and our enemy is not people but spirits and...

June 19 2013 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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Why do so many of us still struggle with temptation and desires to sin if we're not controlled by our sinful nature anymore?

I wonder if perhaps the NLT translation is a bit more liberal than normal in adding interpretation to this verse. ESV - You, however, are not in the flesh...

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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How was the Bible itself put together and by whom?

The word "Bible" originated from Koine Greek (τὰ βιβλία, tà biblía, "the books"). It was what early Christians referred to as their "holy books". The Old...

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Answer by Anonymous
Medium

What does the Bible say about masturbation?

I am an older woman but still have strong desire along those lines. I am married but my husband has not been interested in that for many years. He wants me...

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Answer by Felicia Nelson

How does one know if God is fighting those that try to make it hard for His children?

Punishment comes to the unjust in many ways. Sometimes it may come through finances, always being bound (strongholds in their life). We as humans look at...

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

The Beatitudes are the eight declarations of blessedness spoken by Jesus at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:3-12), each beginning with...

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Question by Jeff Lawhead

What situation was David going through when he wrote Psalm 42?

Psalms 42:1 - 11

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Answer by Joann Schlachter

What scripture(s) speak on why God made people with different skin color?

Unfortunately, and maybe fortunately the Bible is not a biology or a history book as some would propose. It is a collection of books telling and retelling...

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Answer by My Cup Overflows

What scripture(s) speak on why God made people with different skin color?

God's creative design when He made all living things is evident in its diversity. We all have variations within our DNA. So do animals. Even plants can be...

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Question by Bill Clampett , Bill Clampett DMin

What are the beatitudes?

Matthew 5:6

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