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  1. What does it mean, "They decorate it with silver and gold; They fasten it with nails and hammers so that it will not topple"? (Jeremiah 10:4 NKJV)
  2. What is "the day" (1 Corinthians 3:13)?
  3. Since Israel had the ark, why did they lose (1 Samuel 4:5-10)?
  4. What rewards and losses will there be (1 Corinthians 3:14-15)?


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Question by Calvin Rechais

Do we now have to keep the sabbath?

Genesis 2:1 - 3

3 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Chuck Smith jr , Soul-shaper

Why did the rich man "had to" admire the dishonest rascal for being so shrewd?

This particular parable has probably raised more questions and concerns than any other. Usually, Bible students want to know how Jesus could use the behavior...

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Answer by Edward Yim

Does this verse equal the other way, that great wealth is true godliness?

I do not believe that the reverse is true.

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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Does this verse equal the other way, that great wealth is true godliness?

The term "wealth" in the context of 1 Timothy 6:6 is also translated as "gain" in other translations. "Now there is great gain in godliness with contentment,...

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Answer by Colt Mccarthy

Does this verse equal the other way, that great wealth is true godliness?

James, Here is a simple rule to follow. The smallest form of interpretation is in the paragraph. When you take a verse out of the context of the paragraph,...

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Answer by Jeremiah Hayes

What does it mean to be unclean until evening?

It is also important to remember that uncleanness does not necessarily imply sin. We know Christ touched corpses and even raised a few from the dead... yet...

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What does it mean to be unclean until evening?

According to Jewish law, "uncleanness" in this context is associated with sin and death. Those in contact with human corpse must keep away and undergo a...

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Answer by Ben Ting

Why were the people of God in the OT lacking in faith?

The story of Exodus amazes me always, and reminds me always that "seeing is not believing". I can't imagine someone who had gone thru what the Israelites did...

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Question by Pattyann Oloughlin , I'M Blessed to be a Child Of God.Mother of 3 Boys,loving sis

Why were the people of God in the OT lacking in faith?

Is it because faith comes from believing in Jesus?

Hebrews 4:1 - 16

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What is the meaning of Proverbs 21:20?

A wise person accumulates savings and wealth. A foolish person spends them and have nothing to show for.

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Question by Surendra Khadka

What is the meaning of Proverbs 21:20?

Proverbs 21:20

1 Vote April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What is the message that we can take from Exodus 1:15-22?

The Hebrew midwives feared God more than they feared Pharaoh. Because of their obedience, "the people multiplied and grew very strong" (Exodus 1:20). Why is...

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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...

April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
Medium

How does the Holy Spirit work with me?

John 16:13

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What is the purpose behind "uncovering his feet and lie down"?

This verse is read to mean that Ruth was inquiring about Boaz's willingness to take her as his wife and to provide for her as the family redeemer. Is there a...

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Answer by Ben Ting

What is the significance of the term "unequally" in "unequally yoked with unbelievers"?

In the overall context, Paul is admonishing the Corinthian church not to be "like the world" anymore. But rather be separated from the...

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Answer by Chuck Smith jr , Soul-shaper

What is the significance of the term "unequally" in "unequally yoked with unbelievers"?

"Unequally yoked" translates one Greek word--a rare word, in fact, that occurs nowhere else in the New Testament. In the Greek translation of the Old...

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Question by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What is the significance of the term "unequally" in "unequally yoked with unbelievers"?

The phrase in 2 Corinthians 6:14 is often explained as "do not be yoked with unbelievers". Yet, there's a difference between "do not be unequally yoked" vs. ...

2 Corinthians 6:14

1 Vote April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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Where did the women that Cain married come from?

Adam and Eve had many children. The Bible does not tell us how many. However, given that Adam alone lived to 930 years (Genesis 5:5) it is most likely that...

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Question by Barry Rempel

Where did the women that Cain married come from?

Where did the women come from that Cain married? If Cain was the third person on the earth a son fo Adam and Eve where did other people come from?

Genesis 4:1 - 26

2 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jason Winn , Co-Founder, eBible
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Is it possible to lose my salvation?

If you have through faith received and trusted in Jesus Christ, then no you cannot lose your salvation. Even after accepting Jesus into your life, you will...

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Question by Ray Thomas

Is it possible to lose my salvation?

I am a Christian. I love my Lord and in your knowledge of the Bible if I walk with God and live the life that would please the Father, could I miss the raptu...

3 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jason Winn , Co-Founder, eBible
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How does the Spirit teach us?

I'm not sure if I have the full answer, but I think I understand part of it. This is my take. The Holy Spirit is God, the third part of the trinity. Being...

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Answer by Chuck Smith jr , Soul-shaper

How does the Spirit teach us?

Sometimes I think of scripture as a candle and the Spirit the flame. Together, they produce light. I would only add that the illumination (teaching) of...

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Question by Viki Balsamo

How does the Spirit teach us?

In what ways, when, what does he teach us?

1 John 2:27

2 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What is the significant of the scribes?

Scribes were officially interpreters of the Old Testament and viewed themselves as guardians of the Jewish tradition. They were a guild of scholars skilled...

April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Question by Anna Mcdonald , Bible Thumpin' Woman!

What is the significant of the scribes?

Matthew 9:3

2 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

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

Does the Bible speak of God's love for animals?

Proverbs 12:10 says, "The righteous care for the needs of their animals, but the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel." While this verse doesn't indicate...

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Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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Who is Satan?

The word "Satan" means "adversary" or "opponent" in Hebrew. In Bible context, it means the arch-enemy of God. Another common term used to describe Satan is...

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Answer by Chuck Smith jr , Soul-shaper

Who is Satan?

I think that "adversary" or "accuser" (Rev. 12:10) gives a clear picture of Satan's role in the Book of Job--and throughout the Scriptures. Notice how Satan...

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Question by Anonymous
Medium

Who is Satan?

What is the role of satan during this time (BC)? Sounds like he works with God, but I believe he is the bad guy?

Job 2:1 - 11

2 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by David Wagoner , Husband, father, grandfather, Christian minister.

What was the significance of John's clothes?

Rough garments were the garb of prophets. John the Baptist was a poor, rugged, holy man.

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Question by Anna Mcdonald

What was the significance of John's clothes?

Matthew 3:4

2 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Abel Christian

What was the spirit of God hovering over?

In my opinion,God is giving us the message that His Spirit reigns transcendent and supreme over the universe and a void earth as a whole,since he created...

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

What was the spirit of God hovering over?

My opinion is that nothing was created yet, so the spirit could not have actually been hovering over anything tangible as we know it. The English text uses...

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Answer by Chuck Smith jr , Soul-shaper

What was the spirit of God hovering over?

The Hebrew word translated "hover" is used again in Deuteronomy 32:11-12, where an eagle fluttering over its young, then lifting them on its wings and...

April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What was the spirit of God hovering over?

While Genesis was not written to be a scientific treatise on the beginning of the universe, we are given clues as to Earth's origin. Is the "face of the...

April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Question by Shelly Adams

What was the spirit of God hovering over?

Genesis 1:1 - 31

2 Votes April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What is a Coney?

A "Coney" is a pika or rabbit. Some translations have it as a "Hyrax", which is a small herbivorous mammal. Some translations say it is a "Rock Badger".

April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Question by Daniel Rinker

What is a Coney?

I assume it has nothing to do with "Coney Island!"

Leviticus 11:5

1 Vote April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bruce Graham

What is the first born (ref: to Jesus)?

Greetings Ailao. 1 Corinthians 15:20 "But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep." James 1:18 "Of his...

April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Question by Ailao Mataia

What is the first born (ref: to Jesus)?

Acts 8:1 - 40

1 Vote April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Colin Wong , Founder, eBible.com
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What is the caul?

The "caul" is mentioned in KJV. Here's what it says for the other translations. NKJV - fatty lobe attached to the liver AMP - appendage of the liver NLT -...

April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up

Question by Daniel Rinker

What is the caul?

Leviticus 4:1 - 6:30

1 Vote April 30 2013 Follow Vote Up