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When did the Israelites become known as Hebrews and Jews?

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What was Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum in Revelation?

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What was Jesus' message to the church in Sardis in Revelation?

November 04 2017

Answer by JD Abshire

What are some verses to give to a friend that has a dying spouse?

I am blessed to still have my spouse of almost 45 years and can only imagine what your friend is going through. Michael Hill gave one of the very best...

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Answer by STANLEY S. DRANE

What does it mean to be partakers of Christ's sufferings in 1 Peter 4:13?

I'm glad you asked. We see in 1st.Peter 4:16 (Life Application Bible Notes): It is not shameful to suffer for being a Christian. When Peter and John were...

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Answer by Brandon Paul

How many more prophecies must be fulfilled before Jesus returns?

Matthew 24:37, "But as the days of Noah were so shall also the coming of the Son of man be." Now, let's put this statement by Jesus in the context of the...

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

What does it mean in Psalm 15:1 and Psalm 24:1-3, when it states “in your Holy Hill” and “into the hill of the Lord” respectively? Why is it not “on your Holy Hill” or “onto the hill of the Lord”?

I understand the point of the question, but, in my opinion, there is no significant difference indicated by the wording. The meaning is intended to be the...

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Why do so many people believe the earth is older than the Bible says?

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How should Christians view microchip technology? Could it become the mark of the beast?

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What is the difference between microevolution and macroevolution?

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What is true friendship according to the Bible?

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What does it mean that Christ is coming back for a church without a spot or wrinkle? Does that mean you miss Heaven if you have any sin in you?

I'm glad you asked. We see in Ephesians 5:26-27(Life Application Bible Notes) that Christ's death sanctifies and cleanses the church. He cleanses us from the...

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Answer by Mary McDonald

What does the Bible say about organ donation?

If Jesus could sacrifice His life and body for me, how can I do less? Jesus said, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his...

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Answer by tom TOm , Prodigal Son

What did Jesus mean by telling his disciples that "Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours?'

NKJV 11:24 Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them. You must first believe that...

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What is the PEO International? I know it stands for Philanthropic Educational Organization and it benefits women, but is it similar to the Masons?

I just read about the Mason's and the secret organizations. My best friend belongs to a national woman's group that goes by P.E.O. and is supposed to help in...

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Answer by B Walker

What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?

The Modern Literal Version at http://www.modernliteralversion.com has a chart that uses math to compare 5 bible translations. The MLV is free in PDF,...

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Answer by Myron Robertson , Seeking God's heart

What is the meaning of Jacob wrestling with God?

This struggle, which is a struggle we all participate in, is all about learning the sovereignty of God. Much of the church claims to believe God is sovereign...

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What is wisdom? What is the difference between wisdom and knowledge?

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Why does it seem that sexual temptation is a bigger problem for men than for women?

November 03 2017

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Which government is the writer referring to in Isaiah 9:6? Israel's government, or that the government of the world is on Jesus' shoulders?

All government rests on his shoulders. When we start thinking too simplistically we miss a considerable amount of what scripture tells us, and this can cause...

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What is Confucianism?

November 03 2017

Answer by JD Abshire

Who are those who love God and are called according to his purpose?

Romans 8:28 (KJV) "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." "Called"...

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Answer by RICK PORTER , Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God

Who are those who love God and are called according to his purpose?

In verse 28 the word called and in 1 Peter 1:1 the same root word is used for elected, so the ones called or elected by God are ones who by grace through...

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What is wisdom? What is the difference between wisdom and knowledge?

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Why does the Bible contain so much condemnation?

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What is the Christian view of Tai Chi (TaiChi)?

October 30 2017

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Did God create other people in addition to Adam and Eve?

Nothing in the Bible explicitly states Cain married his sister. Also, the Bible does say that Cain met his wife outside of Eden.

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Who are those who love God and are called according to his purpose?

Who are those that are called??

Romans 8:28

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Answer by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

Is 'what would Jesus do?' (WWJD) something we should seek to live by?

Don't you think that the WWJD merchandise is actually something extremely positive in one's life? I ask myself often, WWJD? And then I go to Scripture to...

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Answer by Juan Leon , Minister/Teacher of Christian Education

What does it mean that "Grace has been give to each as Christ has apportioned it" in Ephesians 4:7?

From a thological standpoint, since Grace is God’s unmerited favor towards us, favor undeserved by any of us, it is through God’s love towards us, that we...

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Answer by RICK PORTER , Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God

Did Jesus have blood in his body after the resurrection?

This is a very good thought to ponder. I can find no direct Scripture that definitively says what Jesus' glorified, resurrected body contained inside. As we...

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Answer by Jose Evangelista

How do we explain to a Muslim why Jesus had to die for us?

You explain Christian theology only to those (including Muslims) who are willing to, wants to, and interested to listen. Always remember, you (even including...

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How do Christians explain the reason for the seeming unfairness or someone being born with a health issue or disadvantage?

"How do Christians explain the reason for the seeming unfairness or someone being born with a health issue or disadvantage?" The answer to your question may...

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Were fish and sea creatures also destroyed during the Flood?

Some of them were destroyed because of the earth crust movement when the the water under burst up. We see these aquatic creatures today in the fossil form;...

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What did Jesus mean when He said 'I AM'?

"I Am" is one of the names that God gave to Mosses in the "burning bush". What Jesus was really saying is that He and YHWH are One and the same.

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What did Jesus mean when he said, "I come not to bring peace, but to bring a sword"?

Jesus was prophesying that his ministry on earth will not bring peace but discord and turmoil; that is what history tells us, and that is what still is...

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What does the groaning refer to in Romans 8:26?

I'm glad you asked. We see in Romans 8:26 (Life Application Bible Notes): Even when you don't know the right words to pray, the Holy Spirit prays with and...

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Who were the parents of Judas Iscariot?

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What laws of the New Covenant are we under today?

In a short answer form, God's eternal sacrifice of His Only Begotten SON, JESUS CHRIST at that cruel, wicked cross a little over 2000 years ago was, is and...

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Answer by Simplicius Pereira , Education Trainer & Trading Enterprenuer from Mumbai

Are we supposed to be actively looking for a spouse, or waiting for God to bring a spouse to us?

The question here is how do we make our life meaningful and worthy of living. I understand the primary question we must as teen agers growing into adults ask...

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

When Jesus said, "Render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and render what belongs to God to God," was he also including tithing?

In this situation (which, as noted in the question, is mentioned in all the synoptic gospels), I would say that Jesus was not referring specifically to the...

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