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  1. Why would a Shepherd (instead of a carpenter) be hammering nails (Ecclesiastes 12:11-12)?
  2. Why don't Jews sacrifice animals today for their forgiveness of sin?
  3. Was Habakkuk kidding himself? Habakkuk 3:17-18
  4. What was the water ceremony in the Temple, the water libation ceremony ?
  5. Does Paul's letter to the Philippians have any relevance for us today?
  6. How long was King Saul the king?
  7. What does it mean, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you"?
  8. In what way would God give them "a new heart" (Ezekiel 36:26)?


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How does a Christian overcome the fear of accounting for their life in front of God?

June 09 2017

Answer by JD Abshire

When is the best time of day to pray?

I agree that we should pray any time and as Paul states: "Pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17). We should maintain a continual, prayerful attitude....

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Answer by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

Why is Biblical Creationism so important?

The Biblical account of Creation is important because it becomes a basis for belief in God for many who are just starting life’s journey. In today’s world,...

June 09 2017 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bryan Naidoo , Post graduate and pastor

How important is physical attraction when looking for a spouse?

May I ask, what happens after five years when your spouse is no more physically attractive - do we look for another? Again I ask, what happens after a given...

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Should we be baptized in Jesus' name (Acts 2:38), or in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19)?

June 09 2017

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How often should a married couple have sex?

June 09 2017

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What can we learn from the book of James?

June 09 2017

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

How does the geologic timescale fit with the view of a young earth?

The evidence for a young earth is very persuasive and obvious. The bible would indicate from the genealogies that we have been here about 6,500 years. The...

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Should we be baptized in Jesus' name (Acts 2:38), or in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19)?

June 09 2017

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

When is the best time of day to pray?

I would say that the answer to this question lies principally with the person who is praying, since God is outside of time, and is always ready to hear us,...

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

What happened to Abishag after King David died?

Abishag was the Shunammite maiden who was chosen to lie with King David to keep him warm in his old age (although the Bible specifically says that David did...

June 09 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Stanley Burlager

What happened to Abishag after King David died?

1 Kings 1:3

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Question by Madambi Muvhulawa

When is the best time of day to pray?

Is there an optimum time of day to pray, such as in the morning?

Psalms 88:13

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

Why was blood applied on the door for the death angel to pass?

In my opinion, the blood of the spotless lamb (Exodus 12:5) that had been sacrificed within each Jewish home in Egypt was applied to the doorposts and lintel...

June 08 2017 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

What is the key to truly knowing God?

In my view there are 4 keys to truly knowing God: 1. Having a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. 2. Having a thorough knowledge of...

June 08 2017 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Isaiah Prophet

How many angels are equals to "one legion?"

Matthew 26:53 says "Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?" It doesn't say...

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Question by Peter Cappo

What are some good Theology Schools for pursuing a degree?

Can you recommend a good theology school?

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What is the proper way to pray?

June 08 2017

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Was Jesus rich or wealthy?

June 08 2017

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What is theosophy?

June 08 2017

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

How old were the Apostles when Jesus chose them?

To my knowledge, the Bible offers no indication of their ages. However, I would say that it would be reasonable to assume that they would have been...

June 08 2017 Follow Vote Up

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

What can we learn from the book of James?

To me, the main theme or purpose of the book of James is discussion of the practical hallmarks that characterize true Christianity, in contrast to beliefs or...

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

What happened to the evil spirits Jesus cast out of the man named "Legion" after the swine drowned? Did they cease to exist?

In my opinion, the evil spirits that Jesus cast out of the man were immortal beings. Although the swine into which Jesus sent them may have drowned, the...

June 08 2017 9 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Hendrequito Sebios , Disciple at Christian Church Fellowship International (CCFI)

Who is Cesar Castellanos? Is he a Christian?

Yes. Pastor Cesar Castellanos is a Christian. He is the founding servant-leader of the G12 Movement, which has been affecting lives all around the world to...

June 08 2017 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Vinod Rasaily

Can a lay person lead a communion service?

There is an argument within the Christian domain as to who can administer Holy Communion within the Church. Can a lay person perform or does one need to be a...

June 07 2017 1 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the Septuagint?

The Septuagint (also known as the LXX) is a translation of the Hebrew Bible into the Greek language. The name "Septuagint" comes from the Latin word for...

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What does the Bible say about aging/growing old?

June 07 2017

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Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

June 07 2017

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Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

June 07 2017

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

How do we practice "living to the glory of God"?

Some possible ways: Confess our sins (1 John 1:9). Don't blame God for problems caused by our own actions or disobedience (as Adam and Eve did in Genesis...

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Is Micah 5:2 a Messianic prophecy?

June 06 2017

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

What happened after Jesus' resurrection to the dead that rose when Jesus died?

These verses from Matthew (which is the only place in the Bible that mentions or refers to this incident) specifically indicate that the dead saints were...

June 06 2017 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Henry Klassen

Is it possible for an individual to be able to see who's a Christian just by looking at a person or passing someone on the street?

Is it possible to tell if a person is or isn't a Christian by what he/she looks like? Well, If we simply take Gods word for what it says without adding "our...

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Answer by John Smith

Was it biblically wrong for Harry S. Truman to drop the atomic bomb on Japan?

The question is: "Was it bibically wrong for Harry S. Truman to drop the atomic bomb on Japan"? The result was over 200,000 old men, women and children were...

June 06 2017 3 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Are we free from our sins by the death or resurrection of Jesus, or both?

Jesus' death on the cross was the beginning of a process to eradicate sin from this world and from our hearts. Because of His death and resurrection, Jesus,...

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Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Are we free from our sins by the death or resurrection of Jesus, or both?

Jesus' death on the cross was the beginning of a process to eradicate sin from this world and from our hearts. Because of His death and resurrection, Jesus,...

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Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Is it a must to speak in tongues if you are filled with the Holy Spirit?

No. We are sealed with the Holy Spirit when we first believed the gospel of our salvation. Ephesians 1:13. So speaking tongues has nothing to do with having...

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Answer by Zhijun Chao

What should we learn from the life of Job?

I think that the main topic of Job is not suffering. The reason why job suffered is clarified at the beginning of the book. The question can be asked in the...

June 06 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Zhijun Chao

What should we learn from the life of Job?

I think that the main topic of Job is not suffering. The reason why job suffered is clarified at the beginning of the book. The question can be asked in the...

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Why did Paul sometimes need to work as a tent-maker to support himself?

June 06 2017

Answer by Billy P Eldred

Is it possible for an individual to be able to see who's a Christian just by looking at a person or passing someone on the street?

I believe the spiritual gift of discerning spirits would make this possible for some with that gift. That is not to say that everyone with the gift uses it...

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Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Is it possible for an individual to be able to see who's a Christian just by looking at a person or passing someone on the street?

I humbly submit for your consideration that within what is generally called Christendom there are many varying degrees of believers, as an example like those...

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Answer by Vinod Rasaily

Is it possible for an individual to be able to see who's a Christian just by looking at a person or passing someone on the street?

In short, basically you are asking: is it possible to judge whether a person is Christian or not by mere appearance? Okay let me quote Jesus on judging:...

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Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How do I know if I truly believe and the Holy Spirit is in me?

Do you believe that Jesus paid for all your sins and that he was buried and rose again on the third day, and you believe He did it all for you because He...

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Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

Is Christianity a white man's religion?

Jesus was a Jew, born and raised in Israel. He was most likely brown. God called Abraham to start the nation of Israel as God's own people. Abraham was...

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