Why does the bible tell us to do things that seem impossible to do?
They seem impossible because they are impossible. "Sanctify" yourself as much as you can and they are still impossible; that is the point. If we can actually...
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Kelli Hamann
, Pastor's Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Writer, Cellist
Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
I think that there are a few things to consider here. First of all, the Bible tells us that when we have a need, we are to ask God in faith: Matthew 7:7 "Ask...
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Chris Eleam
, Chris Eleam
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Why did God send an evil spirit to torment King Saul?
The bad spirit that deprived Saul of his peace of mind was the bad inclination of his mind and heart—his inward urge to do wrong. When Jehovah withdrew his...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why did God send an evil spirit to torment King Saul?
First Samuel 16:14 says, "The Spirit of the LORD had departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the LORD tormented him." This is also mentioned in 1 Samuel...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
Some people die of starvation because other people are greedy. Jesus commands everyone to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, take care of the sick, yet some...
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Tim Collinson
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Why does the bible tell us to do things that seem impossible to do?
I think that when it says all things, this is not necessarily always the miraculous or always in biblical proportions. The apostle Paul is talking about your...
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Michael Hill
, Son. Servant. Slave. All of the Most High.
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How does one know one has the Holy Spirit? What are the signs?
In the Old Testament, there are a few things that God said that He would cause to happen in the lives of all that He saved. Ezekiel 36:16-36 16 Moreover the...
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Ezra King
, Ezra King
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How does one know one has the Holy Spirit? What are the signs?
Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.
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Cherie Mitchell
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How does one know one has the Holy Spirit? What are the signs?
The gifts of the Spirit is a good answer. It's scriptural. I know a lot of believers who speak in tongues and some who don't. Do the ones who don't speak in...
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Anonymous
Is the "Platinum Rule" unbiblical? And should it be rejected?
It doesn't sound biblical at all. Other than the devil, one of man's greatest enemies is himself. After some people are mistreated for so long (for example,...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Why was Saul's action in killing the Gibeonites so serious for Israel?
Joshua had a treaty with the Gibeonites. After the destruction of Jericho and Ai, the people of Gibeon sent ambassadors to trick Joshua and the Israelites...
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Jade Enright
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Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
Jesus says don't be anxious about your life what you will wear etc. Why do people still starve to death?
Matthew 6:25 - 34
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Cherie Mitchell
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Why does the bible tell us to do things that seem impossible to do?
We can only do the things that please God by the power of His Holy Spirit. Our flesh is weak and tends to complain, murmur, have tantrums, covet, be selfish,...
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Gerald LaRosa
, Music Minster, Professional Musician
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Is the "Platinum Rule" unbiblical? And should it be rejected?
I have to disagree. The answer and view is a bit myopic. Well Yes, It's Biblical. It's just one example of the relativity of the living word. When and if you...
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D W
What are some modern forms of idolatry?
Anything that the Holy Spirit does not provide in support of our Spiritual Nature. Think about it. You'll be up all night, all day tomorrow if you can stay...
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Gerald LaRosa
, Music Minster, Professional Musician
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If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
I have studied James and it occurred to me to draw a diagram of the balance between faith and works. Picture a sea-saw at a playground. On one end sits a...
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Gerald LaRosa
, Music Minster, Professional Musician
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What are some modern forms of idolatry?
I happened to view the recent MTV Awards show that televised from Brooklyn NY. My mouth hung open and my stomach wrenched. It's not just a generational...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What are some modern forms of idolatry?
All the various forms of modern idolatry have one thing at their core: self. We no longer bow down to idols and images. Instead we worship at the altar of...
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Anonymous
What are some present day or modern times human achievements that can be compared to the Tower of Babel?
I agree with the ones above, and add: Smart Phones Labeling people with a "number" ID (e.g., Social Security No.) Tapping into your phone conversations,...
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Anonymous
What are some present day or modern times human achievements that can be compared to the Tower of Babel?
I Quote N.T. Wright: The real problem with the myth of progress is, as I just hinted, that it cannot deal with evil. And when I say “deal with,” I don’t just...