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  1. Where did the quails come from when the Israelites complained?
  2. How can we fully trust God's personal care for us, as described in verses like 1 Peter 5:7, when life still feels overwhelming?
  3. Does the "Shekinah Glory" appear anywhere in any Bible translation?
  4. How does the war between Israel and Persia fit Bible prophecy?
  5. Is this shaking of earth & heaven literal or symbolic (Revelation 6:12-17)?
  6. How does 1 Peter 5 teach us to live humbly in a culture obsessed with status and self-promotion?
  7. What does the Bible say about fate and destiny?
  8. What evidence from Scripture and history confirms that Jesus is truly the Christ—the promised Messiah?
  9. Why did Abimelech murder his brothers?
  10. How can I be "on fire for Jesus"?


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Answer by Martin Van Dyk

If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?

Question: If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds/works? (another) Question: Why separate 'faith' and 'works'? The book of...

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Answer by Jeff Hammond

In what name or names are we to be baptized in?

It seems that there is a triune name that expresses the identity of our triune God i.e. Lord Jesus Christ. Lord (translation of JHVH), Jesus (the name the...

August 27 2013 4 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jim New , Just a follower of Jesus Christ and him only!

If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?

Gods word is very clear about this- the book of James 2:24-26 says "faith without works(deeds) is dead" gotta have both. Where most Christians get confused...

August 27 2013 12 Comments 26 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Brian Stewart

If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?

17 Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit.18 A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can...

August 27 2013 6 Comments 26 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does Job 14:4 mean by "Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean..."?

The context of this entire passage is a lament by Job regarding the limitations and the futility of man regarding his own destiny and the ability to save...

August 27 2013 1 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Justin Adams

Can we believe in God without believing in the Bible?

John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through...

August 27 2013 20 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Brandon Hughes , Regular Worker Guy

If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?

In short, no; but if we trust in our good works we will be judged by them and rightly condemned. Sola fide, faith alone.

August 27 2013 2 Comments 26 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the origin of Valentine's Day, and should Christians celebrate it?

The first Valentine was posted around 1806. Almost one billion Valentine's Day cards are sent each year on or near February 14 with females purchasing 85% of...

August 27 2013 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is feng shui? Should a Christian practice feng shui?

Feng shui, which literally means "wind-water," is an ancient Chinese system of aesthetics believed to use the laws heaven and earth (astronomy and geography)...

August 27 2013 13 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Can we believe in God without believing in the Bible?

I am asking this because my Pastor told me today that Jesus never said to believe in the bible but to believe in him Jesus and God. I thought the Bible is t...

4 Votes August 27 2013 1 Comment 21 Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Charles Crabtree

If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?

How can Jesus say that the believers are given eternal life and are beyond judgement, then turn around five verses later and say we are judged by works? ...

John 5:24 - 29

9 Votes August 27 2013 27 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the key to witnessing to Mormons?

As a preface to this answer, please see our article on Mormonism and what Mormons believe. As Christians, we always want to use the Bible and its timeless...

August 27 2013 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by D W

What is the key to witnessing to Mormons?

Buy the book "One Nation Under Gods" by Richard Abanes. Take a month of daily readings to familiarize yourself with its content. Write down some of what you...

August 27 2013 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by D W

What is the difference between Christianity and Judaism?

Judaism is a religion. Christianity is not.

August 27 2013 2 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the difference between Christianity and Judaism?

Of the major world religions, Christianity and Judaism are likely the most similar. Christianity and Judaism both believe in one God who is almighty,...

August 27 2013 2 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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What is the difference between Messiah and Savior?

Who made the choice to use the word "Christ," which is the Greek word for Messiah? Would not "Jesus" have been more appropriate for translators in translatin...

August 27 2013 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Barbara Tilley

Is saying OMG or words like 'geez' still taking the Lord's name in vain?

well I may be silly but I thought geez was short for gee whiz. And when I say OMG I say Oh My Gosh. Yes, I do think Oh My God is taking the Lord's name in...

August 26 2013 22 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Does a person have to attend church to go to heaven?

Salvation is found in Christ. "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal...

August 26 2013 4 Comments 26 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by William Hawthorn , Foriegn Missions Director

How can we know if a person is saved?

I was not put on earth to judge or question my wife's (or anyone's ) salvation. My first wife died and my father (earthly), an evangelist, introduced me to...

August 26 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Denise Burkhart

Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?

I believe that speaking in toungs is not the only way to know if the spirit is with you. In Cor. 12 - 14 talks all about ALL OF THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT....

August 26 2013 1 Comments 17 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Answer by Anonymous
Medium

How can we know if a person is saved?

I am assuming that your husband does not actively deny God or you probably would not be asking. If he does, then there is a greater battle to be waged by the...

August 26 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by José luis Torres De La Piedra , José Luis Torres. Student. Cranes Specialist

How can we know if a person is saved?

By faith. John 3:16. It's not in our jurisdiction but God loves and final desicion.

August 26 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lisa Alexander

How can we know if a person is saved?

You shall know them by there fruits. Galations: 5:19-25. The bible makes it clear if we are saved by our fruits. Please read and you will know right away.God...

August 26 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Brian Smith

How can we know if a person is saved?

Jesus said that it is for whosoever will, meaning that it is an act of willful submission for whoever sees themselves in need of the Savior. Jesus alludes to...

August 26 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How can we know if a person is saved?

Do we have assurance of salvation? Yes and No. We can have a moral assurance - in a sense, we can ask ourselves, "Did I get baptized?", "Have I confessed all...

August 26 2013 3 Comments 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

In what name or names are we to be baptized in?

The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles (Didache) is a brief early Christian treatise, dated by most scholars to the late first or early 2nd century. The second...

August 26 2013 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

Is "Whoever calls on the name of Lord will be saved" contradictory to the Calvinist/Reformed theory of 'limited atonement?'

Obviously, Limited atonement is a truth. Why? Because otherwise everyone, universally, would be saved. If Christ actually died for all the sins of the whole...

August 26 2013 17 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lexie Duncan

How can we know if a person is saved?

It's a tough thing, one minute you think your brother is saved, then you find out that they went out and did something totally umbilical, and aren't asking...

August 26 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kim Passmore , Homemaker, Student of God's Word thru BSF for 20 years

Is "Whoever calls on the name of Lord will be saved" contradictory to the Calvinist/Reformed theory of 'limited atonement?'

Why did one thief "choose Jesus" and the other reject His Saviorhood? Both had same opportunity to hear His words from the Cross, yet only one would be with...

August 26 2013 16 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is Coptic Christianity, and what do Coptic Christians believe?

"Coptic" means "Egyptian," and Christians living in Egypt identify themselves as Coptic Christians. As a denomination they originated in the city of...

August 26 2013 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Anonymous
Medium

How can we know if a person is saved?

1 Cor. 15:1-5 declares the Gospel of Christ. Rom. 1:16 says that the Gospel is the power of God unto salvation. 2 Thes. 1:8 tells us that we must obey the...

August 26 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about being a Christian husband?

The Bible says enough about being a Christian husband that a book could be written about it all. In fact, a number of books have been written about it. This...

August 25 2013 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

What does the Bible say about being a Christian husband?

The Christian Husband How exactly can a Christian husband apply the scriptural admonition found at Ephesians 5:25 which says “husbands continue to love your...

August 25 2013 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

What is the New Testament's position on celibacy ministry?

Throughout history countless devout men and women, in many different religions, have chosen to be celibate. Why? In many cases it was because they believed...

August 25 2013 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Win Alme , Mr

Is "Whoever calls on the name of Lord will be saved" contradictory to the Calvinist/Reformed theory of 'limited atonement?'

I have not seen the words limited atonement in my Bible. Whoever, means anyone who will come to Christ will not be sent away, or given a partial pardon....

August 25 2013 1 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Win Alme , Mr

Is it not embedded in our spirit to have passion?

Christ certainly had passion as He healed the sick and cast out demons. He saw people as a sheep without a shepherd. Certainly, it was a passion for lost...

August 25 2013 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Win Alme , Mr

Do we have apostles today?

We may not have them by that same title, but many perform the same function as the original apostles, spreading the word, with signs and wonders following,...

August 25 2013 1 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Win Alme , Mr

Do Christians still have the gifts of the Spirit today, such as, speaking in tongues and healing?

Absolutely! Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever. So are his wonderful gifts and the gifts of the Spirit. There is no Amen on the book of Acts. It...

August 25 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Win Alme , Mr

How can Christian youth of today avoid the negative influences of media and pressure from peers?

We need to pray for our youth. We need to make church relevant and meaningful for them. They need activities so they can spend time with other Christians....

August 25 2013 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Win Alme , Mr

What does the Bible say about modern day secular music?

Much of the contemporary Gospel music is very good. But the rap and rock music of the world would probably get the same reaction as the day that Moses came...

August 25 2013 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Win Alme , Mr

What does it mean to be a holy man?

We can not be holy by ourselves. Our own efforts will fail every time. It is only as we yield ourselves totally to Christ and abiding in Him that He can help...

August 25 2013 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the Hebrew Roots movement?

The premise of the Hebrew Roots movement is the belief that the Church has veered far from the true teachings and Hebrew concepts of the Bible. The movement...

August 25 2013 4 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is synonymous parallelism in Hebrew poetry?

Synonymous parallelism is a poetic literary device which involves the repetition of one idea in successive lines. The first half of a verse will make a...

August 25 2013 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by D W

How can we know if a person is saved?

Are you, yourself, a born-again Believer? How long have you enjoyed that status? When were you born again? What happened back then? What sequence of events...

August 25 2013 19 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean to be unequally yoked?

The phrase "unequally yoked" comes from 2 Corinthians 6:14 in the King James Version: "Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what...

August 25 2013 5 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is the "Platinum Rule" unbiblical? And should it be rejected?

It is BIBLICAL, if not globally accepted. It should NOT be rejected. It is phrased a little bit different, but it is the same sense across varied cultures....

August 25 2013 3 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is the "Platinum Rule" unbiblical? And should it be rejected?

The "Platinum Rule" is a perfect example of the relativism that's rampant in our culture today and it's NOT biblical. It asserts that people have the right...

August 25 2013 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Why is 'You shall not steal' in the Ten Commandments?

"You shall not steal" (Exodus 20:15) is one of the Ten Commandments people can readily recall, even though it is number eight in the Decalogue. And while...

August 25 2013 2 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Robert Sayles

Is the "Platinum Rule" unbiblical? And should it be rejected?

God warns us about changing His Word. The golden rule states that we should treat others as we want to be treated and to adopt the platinum rule changes the...

August 25 2013 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up