What does it mean to have a heart after the heart of God?
What does it mean to have a heart after the heart of God? 1 Samuel 13:14 "But now thy kingdom shall not continue: Jehovah hath sought him a man after his own...
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What does it mean to be pure in heart?
What does it mean to be pure in heart? Matt 5:8 The "pure in heart" are blessed (Matthew 5:8) because they shall see God, an intimate reward for having...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Should a Christian be a member of a secret society?
Should a Christian be a member of a secret society? Most Christian traditions and theologians advise against joining secret societies, arguing that oaths of...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat?
Should a Christian be a Republican or a Democrat? A Christian's primary allegiance belongs to Jesus Christ and his kingdom, which transcends earthly...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Should a Christian take anti-depressants or other mental health medicines?
Should a Christian take antidepressants or other mental health medicines? Sadly, for some, medication is a temporary aspect of a treatment plan. They might...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about worldliness?
What does the Bible say about worldliness? James and John both emphasise that it is not merely a problem to act or think in a worldly way; rather,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about selfishness?
What does the Bible say about selfishness? The Bible presents selfishness as a destructive sin rooted in pride that opposes God's character of love. It urges...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about abuse?
What does the Bible say about abuse? We see these condemned in the Bible, and guilt is assigned to the abuser: Using power to oppress others is condemned...
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Who is King James of the KJV Bible?
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Was the wine used at the Last Supper alcoholic?
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Who was the woman who poured expensive perfume mentioned in Matthew 26:6-13?
In Matthew's case, the incident took place in Bethany at the house of one Simon, the leper. (v.7). The incident is elsewhere captured in Mark 14:3-9 where...
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Were the Gentiles under the Law of Moses?
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Danny Hickman
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Is it a sin to lust, or does it only become a sin when I give in to it?
Is lust a sin in and of itself, or is it only a sin if it leads to a sinful act? I think 'lust' in its primary role defines a sinful desire. The first...
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Does the teaching on tithing in Malachi 3:9-10 apply to us today?
In the Dark Ages the Catholic Church used tithing initially and rebranded it later with alms to build their Cathedrals and establish domain. The Muslims in...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to guard the Word of God?
What does it mean to guard the Word of God? 2 Timothy 1:14 In 2 Timothy 1:14, to "guard the good deposit" (the Word of God/Gospel) means to protect,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to guard your heart?
What does it mean to guard your heart? Proverbs 4:23 says, "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." These words of wisdom...
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Timothy Maas
Does repentance prevent catastrophies (Joel 2:12-14)?
I would express it by first noting that the greatest catastrophe that any individual can (or could) experience would be eternal separation from God, which...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How is Jesus greater than all the other great people in history?
How is Jesus greater than all the other great people in history? The Bible tells us that Jesus is greater than all other historical figures because He IS...
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Why did Jesus refuse to answer the false charges (Mark 14:61)?
The short answer is, so that the prophecy of Isaiah 53:7 would be fulfilled in every detail. Longer: Because He knew it was the Father's Will. Remember, He...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What exactly does "they kept your word" mean?
I believe that this is explained in John 6:35-39. John 6:37: "All that the Father gives Me will come to Me, and the one who comes to Me I will by no means...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does 1 Thess.1:3 define faith as a work?
No, Roger. Faith produces work. Love produces labor. Hope produces steadfast endurance. As Barnes notes regarding love, “labor of love” refers to labor...
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Jeffrey Johnson
If Jesus was God, why did He say 'The Father is greater than I' in John 15:1?
If Jesus was God, why did He say 'The Father is greater than I' in John 14:28? "Ye heard how I said to you, I go away, and I come unto you. If ye loved me,...
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Donna Williams
Why did Jesus refuse to answer the false charges (Mark 14:61)?
Dear Anonymous, the scripture doesn't give us a clear reason why Jesus didn't answer; however, I believe it's safe to say, that it wasn't the Father's will...
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Donna Williams
What exactly does "they kept your word" mean?
The word "kept," simply means in the Greek, "observe". I believe Jesus was talking about, how the disciples believed the word that the Father gave Him to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What exactly does "they kept your word" mean?
What exactly does "they kept your word" mean? John 17:6-7 "They kept your word," often referencing John 17:6-8, means followers have received, cherished, and...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the key to truly knowing God?
What is the key to truly knowing God? The key to truly knowing God is a personal, relational experience centred on faith in Jesus Christ, enabled by the Holy...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that man is made in the image of God?
What does it mean that man is made in the image of God? Being made in the image of God (Imago Dei) means humans possess inherent dignity, self-awareness, and...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Is the Bible truly God's Word?
Is the Bible truly God's Word? Without a doubt, the answer is YES: The Bible itself claims inspiration, with verses like 2 Timothy 3:16 describing Scripture...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What exactly does "they kept your word" mean?
What exactly does "they kept your word" mean in John 17:6-7? This text of Scripture is drawn from Jesus' prayer for His disciples and for those who will come...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Does the teaching on tithing in Malachi 3:9-10 apply to us today?
Does the teaching in Malachi 3:9-10 apply to us today? Malachi 3:9-10 says “Will a man rob God? Yet you have robbed Me! But you say, ‘In what way have we...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can we do "greater things" than Jesus did? (John 14:12)
How can we do "greater things" than Jesus did? (John 14:12) Doing "greater things" (John 14:12) refers to the global expansion of the Gospel ministry through...
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What should Calvinist parents say to their young kids about the Calvinist fact that the kids might not be chosen?
I sure hope some Calvinists will answer this question. A Calvinist parent is going to have a difficult time explaining their TULIP acronym to a child, even...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What does the Bible say about fate / destiny?
God has granted all men the free will choice for obedience right from the creation of Adam (Genesis 2:16-17). Scripture affirms that the sinner can choose...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What was the "law of retaliation" meant to achieve (Exodus 21:23-25)?
The phrase "eye for an eye" originates from the ancient legal principle known as lex talionis, which is Latin for the "law of retaliation. First, see the...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why would Jesus imply that he was greater than the Queen of Sheba, greater than Solomon the king, etc., in Matthew 12?
Why would Jesus imply that he was greater than the Queen of Sheba, greater than Solomon the King, etc., in Matthew 12? In Matthew 12:41-42, Jesus calls...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why did Jesus refer to the queen of Sheba and Solomon in Luke 11:31?
Why did Jesus refer to the Queen of Sheba and Solomon in Luke 11:31? 31 "The Queen of Sheba will stand up against this generation on judgment day and condemn...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why does Jesus refer to Solomon in Matthew 6:29?
Why does Jesus refer to Solomon in Matthew 6:29? Matt 6:29: "Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendour was dressed like one of these." Jesus...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why is Jesus' resurrection, mentioned in Matthew 28:6, the key to the Christian faith?
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. And when they got there, note what Matthew wrote: Matthew 28:6 says, "He is not here; for He has...
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What is meant in John 20:23 where Jesus says if you forgive sins, they will be forgiven, if you retain them, they’ll be retained?
Before directly answering, I think it important to include a time when men questioned Yeshua's (Jesus') authority to forgive. Matthew 9:5-7 clearly states...
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Does repentance prevent catastrophies (Joel 2:12-14)?
Joel 2:12 "Yet even now," declares the LORD, "return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; Joel 2:13 and rend your ...
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Marge Modestil
What does the Bible say about feminism? Should a Christian be a feminist?
Most people answering the question don't understand what feminism is. Feminism is mainly about fundamental equality at the marketplace. It's equal pay for...
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Timothy Maas
What is meant in John 20:23 where Jesus says if you forgive sins, they will be forgiven, if you retain them, they’ll be retained?
The formal name given to the authority that Jesus granted in the cited verse is the Office of the Keys. This gave the apostles (and, by extension, subsequent...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How could God command people not to kill in Exodus 20:13, and then, in Exodus 21:12, command that murderers be put to death?
In this verse Exodus 20:13, the command does not forbid all killing. Remember God gave His o.k. for Israel to war with their enemies. War, equals " killing"...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What was the tabernacle of Moses?
The Book of Hebrews (Heb. 8-10) uses the OT Tabernacle (Ex. 25-40) as a "shadow" (Heb. 8:5; 10:1) of heavenly realities, showing the Old Covenant's...