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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. In what way would God give them "a new heart" (Ezekiel 36:26)?
  5. What was the water ceremony in the Temple, the water libation ceremony ?
  6. Does Paul's letter to the Philippians have any relevance for us today?
  7. How long was King Saul the king?
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What happens after death, before the Resurrection?

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Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?

The last time I checked neither the disciples nor Christ said that anyone had to believe in a virgin birth to be saved. When the jailer asked, "What must I...

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Answer by Andrew Osakue , Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader

Why is 'the devil made me do it' not a valid excuse?

Humans have a free will which makes us different from other creatures. The excercizing of that free will is entirely ours. Satan can not force you to do evil...

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How literally should we take the dimensions of Heaven mentioned in Rev. 21:16-17?

All too often, when considering difficult passages, we tend to read over important contextual clues without factoring them into our interpretation. I believe...

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

In Gen 11:7, what does the LORD mean by 'us' in "Come, let us go down?"

As in Genesis 1:26 ("Then God said, 'Let Us make man in Our image...' ") and Genesis 3:22 ("Then the Lord God said, 'The man has now become like one of...

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In Gen 11:7, what does the LORD mean by 'us' in "Come, let us go down?"

Who is the "us" referring to? Is this majestic first person plural, or referring to the angels, or to others?

May 05 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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What are these "things" or "life-styles" the Gentiles were asked to abstain from in Acts 15:29?

Leviticus 17:11 (NIV) “For the life of a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood...

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What are these "things" or "life-styles" the Gentiles were asked to abstain from in Acts 15:29?

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Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?

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What is Taoism / Daoism?

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Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?

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What does the Bible mean when it refers to the diaspora?

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Should we worship Jesus?

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Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?

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How did the crucifixion kill Jesus?

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What is the chasm described in Luke 16:19-26 that is fixed between Lazarus and the rich man?

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What does the Bible say about dealing with difficult people?

May 05 2017

Answer by Andrew Osakue , Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader

Why did God use a lying spirit to deceive Ahab?

God used a lying spirit because he knew that Ahab will believe the lie rather than the truth. 1Kings 22:17-18, And he said, “I saw all Israel scattered on...

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Answer by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

How did the crucifixion kill Jesus?

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Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?

Belief in the virgin birth isn't nearly as important as believing in the resurrection. Not only was the resurrection one of the most documented happenings in...

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Answer by Melanie Spindler , Imperfect Christ-Follower, lover of God, seeker of Truth

Are African traditional weddings acceptable to God?

There is absolutely nothing wrong with it. Man does not marry two people together nor do symbols such as rings make a union nor does a piece of paper make a...

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Why did the people in Genesis live such long lives?

The answer for this question cannot be based on assumption and speculation. We don't know why lifespans were so different. We can only go by what Scripture...

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Answer by Scarlett Holtz , Missionary to the Philippines and wherever He sends me.

What is spiritual death?

Death, according to dictionary means a cessation of vital functions or a lack of life. Spiritual death is our natural state prior to accepting Christ as our...

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

Are African traditional weddings acceptable to God?

The only requirement I know of is a legal one, not a religious one. If the ceremony is legal in the country of origin, then that is all that matters. In the...

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What is a bondservant?

May 04 2017

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What does it mean when God said, “The man has now become like one of us, knowing good and evil"?

In God’s creation, the first couple had pure minds, they had no knowledge or concept of evil. They were unaware what evil was – evil thoughts, speech, and...

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What does it mean to be a stumbling block to someone else?

Hebrews 10:24 “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” As true Christians, it is our responsibility to walk in...

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What is the origin of the Catholic Church?

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What did Jesus mean when He instructed us hate our father and mother (Luke 14:26)?

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How long did it take God to create the world?

Man is made in the image of God (Gen 1:26). It is therefore plausible that a working day of man is congruent with a working day of God. But as God is much...

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Should we tithe off our gross or net income?

Shalom First, you need to define Tithing and what its main purpose was. Tithing was bound to the Law and if you calculate your actual Tithe is amounts to...

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Who is the antichrist?

Satan loves to mimic God & he sets out to imitate God wishing he was God in all he sets out to do. Just as God the Creator is a triune God, we call the...

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Why doesn't God heal everyone?

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What is the origin of the Catholic Church?

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What are the spiritual disciplines?

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Is the theory of Pangea possible? Does the Bible say that there was once a Pangea / Pangaea?

May 04 2017

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What is "charismatic interpretation" of scripture?

In very simple terms, it means that one understands that all of the gifts of the Holy Spirit are still available and functioning in the church today. Also...

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Answer by Steve Maxwell

How long did it take God to create the world?

God spoke His word to chosen men who in turn, wrote His words down. The Bible was written by God and is intended to be good for instruction. Yes, a day is as...

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How can I know for sure that I will go to Heaven when I die?

May 04 2017

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How are Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, related?

The Greek term 'syngenis, simply means “relative” (NKJV, NASB, NIV) or “kinswoman” (ASV, RSV). It is a general term, meaning ‘of the same family.’ Thus, Mary...

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How are Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, related?

The Bible indicates that Elizabeth was of the "daughters of Aaron" (Luke 1:5, (that is, descended through Moses' brother, Aaron, from the Jewish tribe of...

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What is the Millennial Kingdom, and should it be understood literally?

Do to space & time I am not going to quote Scripture, however I will note where it is found in Scripture, First let me ask, can you imagine being John on...

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