Does God overlook our ignorance? (Acts 17:30)
30 Such [former] ages of ignorance God, it is true, ignored and allowed to pass unnoticed; but now He charges all people everywhere to repent (to change thei...
Acts 17:22 - 34
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Danny Hickman
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Why did God punish David's son instead of David himself for his sin?
David and Bathsheba's baby was born of sin and in sin, the same as we all are. And so, this unnamed baby was on a path of going from life to death, as we all...
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Why did Jacob give Joseph a coat of many colors?
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Who are the Shakers?
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What is the theory of abiogenesis? What is the definition of abiogenesis?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why would God speak to Elijah - and us - in a “still, small voice”?
There are times when the glory of God is too much for any human being to take. His power is a terrible reality, and sometimes we simply want to know that he...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Was the antichrist already at work in Genesis?
My understanding is that the cited passage from Genesis is speaking of Satan after his fall from heaven. The antichrist is a separate being who will not...
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Is there life after death?
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What does the Bible say about drinking alcohol or wine? Is it a sin for a Christian to drink alcohol or wine?
For years I was a little confused concerning the drinking of alcohol. Last year I had a young Christian girl come to me with the scripture concerning the...
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What does the Bible say about overcoming lust?
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Why was Paul forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach in Asia?
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Why was Paul forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach in Asia?
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What are the Biblical attributes of Jesus Christ?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why would God speak to Elijah - and us - in a “still, small voice”?
To me, the imagery appearing here is indicative of God not forcing or compelling people to follow or obey Him by displays of raw power (although he...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why would God speak to Elijah - and us - in a “still, small voice”?
Why would God speak to Elijah - and us - in a “still, small voice”? 9 And he came thither unto a cave, and lodged there; and, behold, the word of the LORD...
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Laura A
What does it mean that man is made in the image of God?
When God made us in His image, it was not physically. We carry God’s image in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness. These connect to our understanding,...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why was Paul forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach in Asia?
Good question, Lawrie! Why was Paul forbidden by the Holy Spirit to go north or south into Phrygia, Galatia, Asia, or Bithynia (Acts 16:6-8), but instead to...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the difference between the thief and the robber in John 10:1?
Two different Greek words are used in recording the teaching of Jesus in this verse. The word translated as "thief" is "kleptes" (from which the English word...
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Mj Jensen
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about being a servant / servanthood?
Jesus said this in MATTHEW 23:11-12 -- 23:11 The greatest among you will be your servant. 23:12 And whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever...
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What does the Bible say about age differences in relationships?
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Ocie Taylor
Why did God use Adam's rib to create Eve?
I LOVE this verse from the bible because of what it signifies when you really think about it. You can touch any part of your body but nothing feels as...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God command the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments to be placed 'inside' the Ark of the Covenant, but the Law of Moses 'beside' the Ark?
The law of Moses was put outside, in a little chest, for nothing but the tables of stone were contained in the ark, 1 Kings 8:9. Here it was kept for greater...
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If Jesus condemned the Pharisees for praying out loud, should we pray aloud?
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Why is the real presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper such a controversial issue?
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the story of Abraham and Lot?
Lot being rescued from the cities was a picture of the rapture of the church. God will not pour out his wrath on believers during the tribulation God could...
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Jack Gutknecht
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What does the Bible say about raising children?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What did Zacchaeus do to show that he was sorry for the way he had cheated people?
In the story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10), Zacchaeus showed his sorrow and repentance in the following ways: 1) by actively seeking Jesus out in a way that...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why does God refer to Himself in the plural in Genesis 1:26 and 3:22?
My church, East Delavan Baptist Church, is using its Sunday School (for all ages) curriculum from answersingenesis.com. Bodie Hodge on that site writes,...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What are some good biblical principles about communication in marriage?
Although Christian marriage has a unique "one-flesh" aspect, many biblical principles that apply to more common interpersonal communication between...
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What are the keys to resisting temptation?
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Is the Church of Christ denomination a good biblical church group?
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does Apostle John mean or refers to when he says, "All wrongdoing is sin, but there is sin which does not lead to death"?
I think there may be 2 sins not deserving of death. True ignorance of Jesus, and unintentional sin. Ignorance, meaning you have never, ever heard....
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about the arrival of a time in which people will celebrate their sins and have no remorse over their sins?
Good question, Gregory! I looked up what I remember of this verse, "not only do these things but egg others on" + bible verse, and this is what I found:...
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Why is Jesus called the rose of Sharon?
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Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
Do dogs go to heaven?
For the "there will be no animals in heaven" people, horses are animals and Jesus Christ will be riding a white one when He returns according to Rev 19:11:...
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Jack Gutknecht
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Is gluttony a sin? What does the Bible say about overeating?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is gluttony a sin? What does the Bible say about overeating?
"Glutton" (from glut, to swallow greedily) is the translation of zolel from zalal, "to shake or pour out," "to be lavish, a squanderer." In De 21:20, "This...
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Terry Doane
Do dogs go to heaven?
Although it is said that "animals do not go to heaven", I want to believe that they certainly do. God is a benevolent and loving creator. God is aware of the...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Do dogs go to heaven?
To my knowledge, there is no single record of Scripture that teaches or implies that dogs or indeed any other non human creatures go to heaven alongside men....
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about overcoming lust?
I know and Satan knows this is my weakness. Maybe it's yours too. So we have to do something To overcome lust you and I could memorize 4 verses detailing: •...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Can the dead be raised?
My view is that the gift of raising the dead was exclusively vested in two apostles - Peter and Paul - in the New Testament church and specifically during...
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Can the dead be raised?
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What does it mean that man is made in the image of God?
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Is belief in God the only requirement for eternal life?
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Tracey Moran
Is it acceptable to God for a husband and wife to have sex while the wife is menstruating / having her period?
Ezekiel 18 describes a man who is just and does what is right as one who does not approach a woman during her impurity. God's laws are eternal, just as...
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n.l. pearson
, bible study teacher/revealer of the WORD
What is the uniqueness of the scriptures as compared with other writings?
I am a big book, T.V. and movie fan, and an even bigger Bible fan. I’ve seen and read many things. My observation is that most things are based on the Bible,...
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Parly Rayden
What does Apostle John mean or refers to when he says, "All wrongdoing is sin, but there is sin which does not lead to death"?
A friend shared me this answer, so I'll put it here as it is, thanks WHAT IS THE SIN UNTO DEATH? First John 5:16 is one of the most difficult verses in the...