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Why is living together before marriage considered living in sin?

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What does it mean that the Bible is God-breathed?

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Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

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Does the Bible give any one individual spiritual authority over another individual?

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If reincarnation is not true, why do some people remember their past lives?

January 01 2018

Answer by Bernhart Neufeld

Why did Judas hang himself instead of repenting because of his betrayal of Jesus?

With Judas it was the same way then with us. In John says "But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are...

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What kinds of things will there be in heaven? Will there be trees, animals, and houses, for example?

December 31 2017

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What does the Bible say about political correctness? Should a Christian be politically correct?

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What is Israel's role in the end times?

December 31 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the next step for a new Christian?

Memorize John 3:16, 10:28, and 5:24 which tells us we have passed from death unto life. Those verses will help you to recognize false teachers who come to...

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What laws of the New Covenant are we under today?

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What are the essential differences between the first covenant and the new covenant mentioned in Hebrews 9?

December 31 2017

Answer by Mark Wheeless , Music Minister and Sunday school teacher

What happens to all those before Christ, (Old Testament) for getting into Heaven?

The simple way it was explained to me: Those elect before Christ were looking towards the cross, just as we look back on it.

December 30 2017 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Gene Coleman

What happens to all those before Christ, (Old Testament) for getting into Heaven?

Those who died before Jesus were saved because they believed He would come. Those who died after Jesus came are saved because they believed He did come....

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Answer by Gerritt Schuitema , Persecutor & Mocker transformed to Faithful Believer

What happens to all those before Christ, (Old Testament) for getting into Heaven?

The fathers in the Hebrew text did believe in Yeshua. God ‘spoke’ to the fathers directly, through messengers or through prophets (Heb 1:1). This is how He...

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Answer by Lena Wms , Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer

What happens to all those before Christ, (Old Testament) for getting into Heaven?

I believe that the Old Testament saints were taken to a place called Paradise. The sinners were taken to death. If you will recall, Jesus gave the best...

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Answer by Maria Acevedo

I am widowed. Is it OK for me to have sex with another single person?

Having sex without being married is considered fornication, that is a sin. We are to be married so when the desire becomes overwhelming, our spouse is...

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Answer by Lena Wms , Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer

I am widowed. Is it OK for me to have sex with another single person?

First allow me to offer comfort for your personal loss. I do not know the circumstances of their passing, but I know it's always painful to lose someone you...

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Answer by Myron Robertson , Seeking God's heart

Did the writers of the New Testament regard their writings as Scripture?

It is difficult to say whether they considered their writings to be scripture or not. Furthermore, they were not as dogmatic about what is or is not...

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

What happens to all those before Christ, (Old Testament) for getting into Heaven?

As noted by Paul in Romans 4, those who lived before the time of Christ were justified (declared or counted as righteous by God) on the basis of their faith...

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Question by Bud Reading

What happens to all those before Christ, (Old Testament) for getting into Heaven?

Those who did not know Jesus, but only God, how are they going to get into heaven if they don't know Jesus? Bud R.

Matthew 27:51 - 53

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Answer by Michael Kohlbaker , Pastor for 30 years in the Assemblies of God

Why did Jesus heal only one person at the pool of Bethesda?

I agree in part with the idea that Jesus may have done more than heal just this one man, though the story does not lend itself to this idea. Scripture says...

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How is the Christian religion different from all the other world religions?

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How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?

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What is the difference between the indwelling of the Holy Spirit and being anointed by the Holy Spirit?

December 30 2017

Answer by Joshua Eicher

Is it a sin to be rich? Will I get into heaven if I live a wealthy lifestyle but still actively serve God in all areas of my life?

Being rich, even super rich, is definitely NOT a sin. It is impossible to use a bible verse saying that it is. Because, what dollar amount is too rich?...

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Answer by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

Is it wrong for a Christian husband and wife to attend separate churches?

Whilst the ideal situation is that both husband and wife attend the same church a question arises as to what do you do if one spouse doesn’t want to be in...

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

What is "modesty" in Christianity?

My understanding is that the Greek word translated as "modesty" in the verse cited in the question is used only once in the entire Bible (that is, in this...

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How should a Christian respond to evidence of paranormal activity?

December 29 2017

Question by Ara Nelson

What is "modesty" in Christianity?

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Answer by Scott Brown

Why do some say that there are no more apostles and prophets today for the church?

Speculation and current standards in one's own denomination do not define anything, nor do the opinions of men. Let's let scripture speak for itself and be...

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Answer by Big Daddy Struggles , A Born-Again Believer Since 1964

What does the Bible say about applied kinesiology?

This use of the mystical concept of "applied kinesiology" explored in this question is one I had never encountered before. Yet, I had studied "Kinesiology"...

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Answer by Monica KT

What is the difference between the indwelling of the Holy Spirit and being anointed by the Holy Spirit?

1.The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit: One of the criteria for being born again is you are born of the Holy Spirit. John 3:5 states "...except a man be born of...

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Answer by Fraser Crest

Why were Sodom and Gomorrah destroyed?

The Hebrew word which is translated to "Angel" in the Bible simply means "messenger". This could be a heavenly messenger or a human messenger. The messengers...

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Answer by Lena Wms , Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer

Why did Joseph keep Simeon while his brothers go back home?

I firmly believe that Joseph looked back in time and afforded to Simeon just punishment due him. See Genesis 34:13-30. Simeon and Levi had taken the Holy...

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Answer by David Huffman

What does the Bible say about what foods we should eat (kosher)? Are there foods a Christian should avoid?

Certainly, this is an interesting and vibrant discussion. I will add a few thoughts beginning with this question. What does it encompass when Jesus says, "I...

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

What is the evidence that spiritual healing is real?

You know when you are healed spiritually by the following signs: 1. You experience the peace of God and all unforgiveness, bitterness is no longer there...

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Answer by Rick Lockhart

Is it a sin to be rich? Will I get into heaven if I live a wealthy lifestyle but still actively serve God in all areas of my life?

Being rich will not keep you out of heaven. The bible makes it clear that it is the LOVE of money that can become your idol and take the place of God in your...

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What were the Dark Ages?

December 29 2017

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

Why did Jesus refer to the queen of Sheba and Solomon in Luke 11:31?

In the passage cited in the question, Jesus was referring to the events described in 1 Kings 10:1-13 in the Old Testament. When Solomon became king of Israel...

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