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What is the human spirit?

March 23 2020

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What is the 'rhema' word?

March 23 2020

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Who are the elect of God?

"The elect of God" are those who are elected by God to salvation. "God's elect" occurs only twice literally in the ESV New Testament and 0 times in the ESV...

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Answer by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Is Mormonism a cult? What do Mormons believe?

Yes, it is a cult! In fact, it is one of or the best modern day examples of "man-made religions" that God warns us about in The Old Testament and New...

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Why do Mormons refer to themselves as Latter Day Saints?

March 23 2020

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

How could they fall from a "secure position" (2 Peter 3:17 NIV)?

This may seem like an impossibility, to "fall from one's SECURE POSITION." Compare, though, the fences at lookout points at the Grand Canyon, which by the...

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Why was John the Baptist in jail and for how long?

The Bible indicates in Matthew 14 that John the Baptist was placed in prison by Herod Antipas as a result of John condemning Herod for having divorced his...

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Why was John the Baptist in jail and for how long?

Matthew 11:2

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

How could they fall from a "secure position" (2 Peter 3:17 NIV)?

By my understanding, the Greek word translated as "secure position" in the verse cited in the question can also have a meaning of "steadfastness". (This is...

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Why compare offspring to stars? (Genesis 15:5)

March 22 2020

Question by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

How could they fall from a "secure position" (2 Peter 3:17 NIV)?

2 Peter 3:17 "Therefore, dear friends, since you have been forewarned, be on your guard so that you may not be carried away by the error of the lawless and f...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Who is Satan?

Satan is a personal being created by God with personality (not in the nice sense of the word): He has intellect (2 Cor. 11:3), emotions (Rev. 12:17), and a...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What is the offense of the cross in Galatians 5:11?

The cross is offensive because back in that day it was a humiliation--anyone who was crucified was branded as a criminal. This would agree with what Mr. Maas...

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Does it violate religious liberty to close churches over coronavirus?

I would say that, even with in-person group worship services temporarily suspended at individual churches, this would not be an infringement on freedom of...

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What is the offense of the cross in Galatians 5:11?

I would say that the "offense of the cross" to which Paul is referring pertains to the manner in which requiring total reliance on faith in the crucified and...

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Question by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What is the offense of the cross in Galatians 5:11?

11 "And I, brethren, if I still preach circumcision, l why do I still suffer persecution? Then is the offense of the cross has ceased."

Galatians 5:11

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Why is Jeremiah an important prophet?

Jeremiah was an important prophet because he was 1 of the major prophets. That is, his book is longer than the minor prophets' books. He was important...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Is there a Bible contradiction in Psalm 5:5? Psalm 5:5 states, “You [God] hate all workers of iniquity.” However, John 3:16 says God loves the world. Don’t these verses contradict each other?

God is “not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance” (2 Peter 3:9). God’s justice demands that sin be punished (Eze. 18:4; Rom....

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Answer by GodsChild Forever , Evangelist, Christian Blogger and Writer

What does the Bible say should we do when in time of pestilence?

We must find our hope, rest, help, safety and satisfaction in God. It is in times of trouble that we draw close to God, more than in good times. Nothing can...

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Answer by Jyotish Mishra , Saved by grace through faith in JESUS CHRIST.

What is the meaning and significance of the crown of thorns?

The thorns and thistles were added to humanity when Adam and Eve sinned in the garden of Eden (Genesis 3:18). The exact explanation of thorns and thistles...

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Answer by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

Are there other false Holy Spirits?

There are warnings in the Bible about false spirits. A spirit is an animated force that can drive life. I would not call these spirits "holy."' However, as...

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What does the Bible say should we do when in time of pestilence?

Things that occur to me (without reference to specific Bible verses): Serve as an example or witness to others through our own behavior of our knowledge and...

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Answer by Derrol PORTER , Emancipated by the Liberating King

Does God love Satan?

I have not seen mentioned that Satan "the accuser", is the English transliteration, of the Hebrew. He was originally LUCIFER, the cherub angel, whose beauty...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does "fruit of our lips" mean in Hebrews 13:15?

Hebrews 13:15 By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. By him —...

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What does the Bible say about brothers and sisters/siblings?

March 21 2020

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Who wrote 1st and 2nd Chronicles?

Although the books cited in the question do not identify their author by name, my understanding is that their authorship has been commonly ascribed to Ezra,...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What’s the prognosis for a heart "beyond cure" (Jeremiah 17:9)?

Most sections of Jeremiah are predominantly poetic in form. Jeremiah’s poetry is lofty and lyrical. A creator of beautiful phrases, he has given us an...

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Why doesn't God give the fallen angels a chance to repent?

March 21 2020

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Who wrote 1st and 2nd Chronicles?

1 Chronicles 1:1 - 54

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Answer by Bob Snyder , Reformed Baptist 1689 LBCF/ Corrections Officer since 1995

What does the Bible say about altar calls? Are altar calls biblical?

The Bible does not mention the modern practice of altar calls that some denominations practice today. Depending on whether or not you adhere to the...

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Answer by Bea Rejino , Homemaker

What does "fruit of our lips" mean in Hebrews 13:15?

The fruit of our lips. Let’s proclaim our faith in Jesus, sharing with others who he is and what he has done in our lives and continues to do to this very...

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What’s the prognosis for a heart "beyond cure" (Jeremiah 17:9)?

The prognosis would be the same for anyone in the absence of God's involvement -- eternal separation from Him. That was why Jesus told Nicodemus in John 3:3...

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Question by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What’s the prognosis for a heart "beyond cure" (Jeremiah 17:9)?

9 The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? (NIV)

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Answer by Pete Van Zyl

How does God view how easy it is for us to sin in our minds and how hard it is to control our thoughts, even if we don't act on our bad thoughts?

When Christ became our substitute and perfect sacrifice as the second Adam God poured out all of his judgment on Christ instead of us. When God sees us now,...

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Answer by Ben Jones , Retired Professional Photographer

What does the Bible say about altar calls? Are altar calls biblical?

After being in Church for 27 years and hearing about God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit, I was drawn to visit a Baptist church. My parents held the Baptist...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What does the Bible say about violence?

My favorite verse when I start fearing the terrorist is Psalm 140:1, 4. All I have to do is pray for deliverance from violent men, and I have peace. Sure, it...

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How does God view how easy it is for us to sin in our minds and how hard it is to control our thoughts, even if we don't act on our bad thoughts?

The Bible treats all sin as sin, nothing more, nothing less. It says if you commit one sin, you are guilty of all sins. God knows this and He gave us free...

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What is the Millennial Kingdom, and should it be understood literally?

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Who is Satan?

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Why compare offspring to stars? (Genesis 15:5)

About 30,000 stars are listed in the General Catalogue used by astronomers, but it's estimated that there are 100 billion more! God didn't say that Abram...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Did Paul's handkerchief heal sick people (Acts 19:11-12)?

In the March 19, 2020 issue of Newsweek/coronavirus ban on church meetings we read this: "[Pastor Spell] also suggested that his congregants were not at risk...

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Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?

We have to know what idolatry is to know if we are worshiping one. An idol is anything that can not save us. An idol is anything but Jesus' finished work on...

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Answer by ainsley chalmers , Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.

What does the Bible say about racism, prejudice, and discrimination?

The bottom line or foundation of any racial prejudice is derived from the concept or evolution proposed by Darwin and now taught as fact in our educational...

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Answer by Donna Williams

How does a believer find his or her purpose? What is my purpose? Why am I here?

I encourage you to ask the Lord if there is a specific ministry that He has for you to do that will serve the body of Christ to fulfill His purpose, found in...

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Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What was a "triumphal procession"? (2 Corinthians 2:14)

Paul is referring to the type of procession or parade that Roman generals held when they returned to Rome after successful military operations against Rome's...

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Question by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

What was a "triumphal procession"? (2 Corinthians 2:14)

14 "But thanks be to God, who always leads us as captives in Christ’s triumphal procession and uses us to spread the aroma of the knowledge of him everywhere...

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