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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about saving for retirement?

The Bible does not specifically mention saving for retirement, per se, and it doesn't mention 401(k) plans, IRAs, or the like. However, the Bible does speak...

February 03 2016 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Are tarot cards evil?

Tarot cards are associated with divination-unlocking the secrets of the future by occult, supernatural means. Divination is strictly prohibited in the Bible....

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Does the Bible say anything about making a second marriage a success?

Abraham is the only person in the Bible who is specifically described as remarrying after the death of a spouse (Genesis 25:1), but the Bible nowhere...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Does Jesus have more mercy, compassion, and empathy than God the Father?

It took love and mercy that only God could possess to provide humanity, despite its universal sin and evil, with a means to nevertheless have eternal life...

February 03 2016 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bruce Morgan

What is the meaning behind the eleven stars in Joseph's dream?

Joseph's father says exactly what the dream means in Gen 37:10 and refuses to believe it. Young Joseph, having already angered his older brothers by their...

February 03 2016 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lori Cypher

Should we forgive those who sin against us even if they do not ask for forgiveness nor regret nor repent?

Our society today confuses "forgiveness" with "reconciliation". We absolutely MUST forgive another, whether or not they repent and ask for forgiveness, BUT...

February 03 2016 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Does Jesus have more mercy, compassion, and empathy than God the Father?

I and my father are one. Jn 10:30. So we cannot separate them in a true sense. Jesus is the expression of God the father's love. Jn 3:16. Jesus is the...

February 03 2016 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What are the covenants in the Bible?

February 03 2016

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Should we forgive those who sin against us even if they do not ask for forgiveness nor regret nor repent?

As recipients of salvation through grace, we have an obligation to forgive others regardless of whether they have asked for forgiveness or not and whether...

February 03 2016 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Should a Christian attend the wedding of a gay couple?

February 03 2016

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Are Jesus and Satan brothers?

February 03 2016

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What is Mythicism?

February 03 2016

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How many times has Jerusalem been destroyed?

February 03 2016

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

Why does God seem so angry with the women described in Isaiah 3:16-24?

From the wording of the passage, it appears to me that God is angry with them because their behavior is indicative of pride, superficiality, and...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the story of Joseph and his brothers?

Joseph was the second youngest of twelve brothers born to Jacob, who was called Israel. In Genesis 37:3-4 we read, "Now Israel loved Joseph more than any of...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

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What does the fourth commandment mean?

February 03 2016

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Is it wrong for a couple to live together before marriage? Does God have one specific person for you to marry?

February 03 2016

Answer by Steven Best , Former mil intel analyst, chiropractor & Bible Teacher

Would remarriage after a divorce still be considered adultery if abuse is involved?

I once wrestled long and hard with this, being a health practitioner and a Christian Bible teacher, who was often cornered with the question. I prayerfully...

February 02 2016 4 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why did God lead the people by a roundabout way to the Red Sea?

I believe there were three primary reasons for this. As indicated by the verse cited in the question, even though there was clear evidence of God's presence...

February 02 2016 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeremiah Duncan

Why is the science community so opposed to creationism?

My question is: why are Christians so opposed to the notion of Evolution? Before I address either question, let me start with this: I have been a devout...

February 02 2016 11 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Taylor Dawson

Why did God lead the people by a roundabout way to the Red Sea?

Exodus 13:17 - 18

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Answer by Gene Coleman

Why did Queen Vashti refuse to appear before Xerxes?

Obviously there was a serious break down or lack of communication & compassion between husband and wife here, which would certainly not represent true...

February 02 2016 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by DEAN R. DONAHUE

What does the Bible say about hermaphrodites?

I have a friend who is gay. He, to my knowledge has never acted upon his homosexual desires. He is the first one to condemn any provisions made for...

February 02 2016 5 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ni Jay , Researcher into human reasoning

Why is Christianity such a bloody religion?

I want to state once and for all that Christianity is NOT a bloody religion. There is not one single instruction, advice or command Jesus preached that is in...

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Why is the Virgin Birth so important?

February 02 2016

Answer by Ni Jay , Researcher into human reasoning

Why is the science community so opposed to creationism?

Actually, the scientific community does accept creationism but in a sort of a round about way. Science accepts facts only when they can be clearly shown to...

February 02 2016 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What are the ancient landmarks spoken of in Proverbs 22:28?

This subject is mentioned at other, earlier places in the Old Testament. As the people of Israel were preparing to enter Canaan following the exodus from...

February 02 2016 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

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Why are so many young people falling away from the faith?

February 02 2016

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Why are so many young people falling away from the faith?

February 02 2016

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What was the 'spirit of prostitution' in Hosea 4:12?

February 02 2016

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What does the Bible say about medical marijuana?

The Bible doesn't mention "medical marijuana". It does however mention sorcery in Galatians 5:19-21 and it does it in an obviously negative way. Sorcerers...

February 02 2016 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

Does man sin in his mind first?

"Does man sin in his mind first?" Yes, I believe you are right on target. The following passage in James lays it out in sequence. "Let no man say when he is...

February 02 2016 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Does man sin in his mind first?

I think that the Bible (including Jesus Himself) makes clear that sin begins in the mind, or, as the Bible sometimes metaphorically refers to it, in the...

February 02 2016 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Is sex a sin?

February 02 2016

Answer by Phillip Grayson

What do the seven churches in Revelation stand for?

The seven churches were seven actual churches. They also represent seven attitudes that are in the body of Christ today. With each church, Jesus judgement...

February 02 2016 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kenneth Heck

Why did Lot's daughters have children with their own father?

In ancient times any woman who was unable to bear children was commonly considered to be under a curse, and could lose social status as a result. In my...

February 01 2016 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why did Lot's daughters have children with their own father?

I agree wholeheartedly with my Brothers in Christ, Brother Abshire and Brother Maas. Both of their answers give very good background into this question. I...

February 01 2016 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Billy P Eldred

Should a Christian read the Chronicles of Narnia series or see the movies?

I say absolutely! It is a great series of movies with high entertainment level AND allegorically presents many biblical tenets. My suggestion is to watch it...

February 01 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Christian Mwila

What is the book of Leviticus?

Every Jewish synagogue includes a large cupboard, usually covered with a curtain or a veil. Inside the cupboard are some scrolls wrapped in beautifully...

February 01 2016 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What are the implications of salvation if someone believes in millions of years of creation?

Even if one believes that the six-day creation account in Genesis is to be taken literally (that is, six twenty-four hour days approximately 6,000 years ago,...

February 01 2016 3 Comments Follow Vote Up

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What is inner healing, and is it biblical?

February 01 2016

Answer by JD Abshire

Why did Lot's daughters have children with their own father?

"Our father is old, and there is not a man on earth to come in to us after the manner of all the earth." This statement by his daughters could mean one of...

February 01 2016 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Frederick Thomas , Rom 3:4 ...let God be true...

Did God know that Satan had broken into the garden and was about to steal his prime possessions? Why was Satan allowed access? Was the front door left wide open?

Did God know that Satan had broken into the garden and was about to steal his prime possessions? Why was Satan allowed access? Was the front door left wide...

February 01 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is a Christmas nativity?

Tradition says that Francis of Assisi created the very first Christmas nativity scene in AD 1223 after a trip to the Holy Land and Christ's birthplace. So...

February 01 2016 Follow Vote Up

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What is a true Christian?

February 01 2016

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

February 01 2016