Is it sinful to enjoy materialistic things?
I would say no (1) as long as those things are ultimately viewed as a gift or blessing from God, rather than being entirely attributable to one's own...
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How can I lead someone to Christ?
You plant the seed and God will cause the increase. The best that you can is to give someone the opportunity to discover Jesus.
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Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
Who is "they" in Psalm 126:5-6?
Who is “they” in Psalm 126:5-6? These verses are a part of the 15 Psalms that are labeled “Songs of Ascent.” (Psalm 120 – 134) These songs were thought to be...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Is mourning about a loved one godly sorrow or worldly sorrow?
In Matthew 5:4, Jesus said, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." Despite the assurance and comfort that Christians have regarding...
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Is universalism / universal salvation Biblical?
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Why is salvation by works a commonly held viewpoint by non-believers, and some believers as well?
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Is public confession necessary for salvation?
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Is mourning about a loved one godly sorrow or worldly sorrow?
Sorrow from a loved one's death is devastating. Godly or worldly sorrow?
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How can the love of leading people to Christ make me lose my entire family?
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Why do some say that there are no more apostles and prophets today for the church?
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What, if anything, does the Bible say about nuclear war?
In my opinion, the Bible makes clear that any type of war (regardless of the technology that is available at the time) has been and still is the result of...
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Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
What does the Bible say about the Magi?
What does the Bible say about the Magi? We are very familiar with the Star of Bethlehem and the Three Wise men following its trajectory. They have become a...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Who is "they" in Psalm 126:5-6?
I would say that, in the context of the psalm, the word "they" was a reference to the people of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin, who had been conquered by...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does Matthew mean when he quotes Isaiah: "A bruised reed He will not break, and smoking flax He will not break, and smoking flax He will not quench, till He sends forth justice to victory."?
In these verses, Matthew's gospel is citing Isaiah 42:1-4, which was a prophecy of the ministry of the promised Messiah. In particular, I would say that...
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When Moses says his lips are uncircumcised, what does he mean?
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What exactly is meant by "hands that shed innocent blood"?
The scripture that says "hands that shed innocent blood" What exactly is hands that shed innocent blood mean like abortion and murdering someone? Is sheddin...
Proverbs 6:17
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Can the various resurrection accounts from the four Gospels be harmonized?
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What does the Bible say about an out of body experience / astral projection?
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What is the Vatican (or Vatican City)?
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How does the Bible define success?
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What was Jesus' message to the church in Smyrna in Revelation?
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Who are the four horsemen of the apocalypse?
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What was Jesus' message to the church in Thyatira in Revelation?
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Why are there so many religions? Do all religions lead to God?
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Why is 'You shall not commit adultery' in the Ten Commandments?
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Why is 'You shall not commit adultery' in the Ten Commandments?
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Why is 'You shall have no other gods before me' in the Ten Commandments?
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Why did God accept Abel's offering but reject Cain's offering? Why did Cain then kill Abel?
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What is the Intelligent Design Theory?
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Does the Bible teach the celibacy of priests?
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Why is there so much animosity between the Catholic and the Protestant groups?
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Does God make mistakes?
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What is the cause of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church?
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What is a succubus? What is an incubus?
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What does the Bible say about transferring spirits?
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Why did God rest on the seventh day of creation?
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What is baptism for the dead?
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How can I quit my addiction to smoking?
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How can I quit my addiction to smoking?
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How can I quit my addiction to smoking?
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What does it mean to be in the presence of God?
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What did Jesus mean when he said, "Can the blind lead the blind? Will they not both fall into the ditch?"?
Matthew's gospel (Matthew 15:1-20) elaborates on the circumstances surrounding this verse from Luke. In the centuries since the giving of the Old Testament...
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Noah Hinson
, Bible nerd and ex student of the occult and alchemy.
Who is Satan?
Satan is a Hebrew word that means, "The accuser" or "The Prosecutor". Satan isn't a name, rather it is a title. Although many would disagree, the Bible never...
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Noah Hinson
, Bible nerd and ex student of the occult and alchemy.
Why is it that Jesus' disciples and other early Christians were also killed after Jesus was crucified, eg John, Stephen, James, and others?
Many of the early church died for their faith. They were intensely persecuted until Constantine became a Christian and then the church became more orderly...
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Does the Bible mention alchemy?
First of all, what is alchemy? Alchemy is a spiritual and mystical precursor to modern chemistry. It sought to transform lead into gold. Not only that, but...