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

Is it necessary to close one's eyes while praying?

Closing one's eyes during prayer can be useful both as a means of removing visible outside distractions or barriers to concentration, and as a sign of...

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What is the significance of the Blood of Jesus in the Christian Faith?

July 28 2015

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

What does it mean, "In Christ God was reconciling the world to himself"?

On a basic human level, when two people (especially two people who have been friends, or who have gotten along with one another) have a disagreement about...

July 28 2015 Follow Vote Up

Question by Lawrie Yinka

Was Simon who used to be a sorcerer truly saved?

I'm asking because he offered the apostles money to lay hands on him so he too could receive the Holy Spirit, and then Peter rebuked him. Do you think he was...

Acts 8:13

3 Votes July 28 2015 Follow Vote Up

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Answer by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Do we have to be on our knees to pray?

NO, you don't have to be on your knees! Yes, it is a sign of reverence and humility as "we step before His Throne, to ask what ye will of the Father...";...

July 27 2015 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why is God a jealous God?

July 27 2015

Answer by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Should we address God in a colloquial manner when we pray?

The Bible tells us how and in what manner we are to address Him when we come to Him in prayer! "Our Dear Heavenly Father, Hallowed be Thy Name.... --and--...

July 27 2015 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Should we address God in a colloquial manner when we pray?

The Bible tells us how and in what manner we are to address Him when we come to Him in prayer! "Our Dear Heavenly Father, Hallowed be Thy Name.... --and--...

July 27 2015 Follow Vote Up

Question by nasley somerville

What is meant by "go the second mile" in Matthew 5:38-42?

How does this apply to us as Christians living today?

Matthew 5:41

1 Vote July 27 2015 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Salem Markus Purba

Why should I study theology?

Theology is defined as the study of God and his relation to the world, especially by analysis of the origins and teachings of an organized religious...

July 27 2015 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

What does it mean that God is omnipresent?

It means that He(GOD) is present 'in your midst, standing and ready to rescue you, always there, always available for you. He is there "to call upon His Holy...

July 27 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Raymond F. Beaton

Is 'virgin' or 'young woman' the correct translation of Isaiah 7:14?

In Luke 1:26-38, Mary claims virginity and accepts her role as mother of Jesus by virtue of the Holy Spirit. If "Almah" can and frequently does mean virgin...

July 27 2015 5 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Answer by Lynda Hickman , Homemaker, plumber, carpenter, all around gearhead

What was David's age when he killed Goliath?

David is described by Matthew Henry as a "young man." The fact that David was the youngest of the eight sons of Jesse & likely lived in his father's...

July 27 2015 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lawrence wong , Disciple of iEsou ("Yeh-sou") christou

Can an unmarried man be a deacon or elder?

The context of Eldership is the Ekklesia which consisted of Jewish disciples and their oikoi (households) who were called out of the assembly on Shavout, the...

July 27 2015 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

How do I resolve conflict with a close family member who has failed to keep his/her word and has disappointed me more than once?

First and foremost, pray about it. If after doing so you are still offended and feel wronged follow the Biblical procedure below. "Take heed to yourselves:...

July 27 2015 Follow Vote Up

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

What was David's age when he killed Goliath?

With regard to a specific age of David at any particular point in his life, the only early reference mentioned by the Bible (in 2 Samuel 5:4) was that he was...

July 27 2015 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is Christian discipleship?

By definition, a disciple is a follower, one who accepts and assists in spreading the doctrines of another. A Christian disciple is a person who accepts and...

July 27 2015 3 Comments Follow Vote Up

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Why should I not commit suicide?

July 27 2015

Answer by Kelli Hamann , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

How did the Egyptian magicians turn their staffs into serpents?

If you back up just one verse, the text tells us in Exodus 7:11 that the sorcerers used some type of magic or "secret arts" to turn their serpents into rods:...

July 27 2015 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Teguh Irawan

Why did Jesus refuse to be called "good"?

After reading all the previous responses, I noticed that all contains truth, and yet still miss a bit of something. My answer might not be fully original,...

July 27 2015 1 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

July 27 2015

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

Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

The Big Bang Theory states that time, space and matter all came into existence simultaneously. Genesis 1:1 says: "In the beginning [ie Time], God created the...

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Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

July 27 2015

Answer by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

What does it mean to be transformed by the renewing of the mind?

An extremely enigmatic question, one that I believe the Church doesn’t fully comprehend yet. Michael is correct when he states, “The only way to replace the...

July 26 2015 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

July 26 2015

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

What happens once we die?

After death where are we? I think the answer lies in the New Testament. 2Tim 1:10 but now has been revealed by the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who...

July 26 2015 16 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kenneth Heck

What does Ex 15:11 mean when it asks "Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods?"

In the bible certain gods are called an abomination, such as Milcom of the Ammonites or Chemosh of the Moabites (2 Kings (23:13). Certainly, all idolatry was...

July 26 2015 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tony Flores , Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ

In the last days, will everyone need to go to Jerusalem to worship God?

No, we will not have to go to Jerusalem until the Second coming of Jesus Christ, which will start the 1,000 years of His rule over the earth. The last days...

July 26 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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How did the Egyptian magicians turn their staffs into serpents?

Aaron and Moses were depending on the power of God, so how did Pharaoh's sorcerers do the same thing?

Exodus 7:12

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What happened on the Mount of Olives?

July 26 2015

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What does the Bible say about brokenness?

July 26 2015

Answer by Salem Markus Purba

How special is the name of Jesus from other names?

It is depending on what kind of relationship one has with Jesus, but for the believers and followers of Jesus, the name of Jesus is not just an ordinary...

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What are the seven dispensations?

July 26 2015

Question by Nancy Dunbar

Why should I study theology?

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Answer by Mike Dumais

Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?

The Big Bang Theory corresponds with The Bible in a general way and in some interesting details; GOD said = spoke = sound. String Theory asserts a sound wave...

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Question by Tom Muthama

What was David's age when he killed Goliath?

1 Samuel 17:37

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Answer by Kelli Hamann , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

How does perfect love cast out fear?

I can see how this verse, 1 John 4:18, might be confusing. You're right: We face fears every day, and often these fears are simply a result of our God-given...

July 26 2015 4 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bob Jones

Is it wrong for a couple to live together before marriage?

Is it wrong to live together before marriage? The others have answered this pretty well. I will add this scripture that makes it clear if you are living with...

July 25 2015 1 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What is the importance of the parting of the Red Sea?

July 25 2015

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What does the Bible mean that we are not to judge others?

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What does Ex 15:11 mean when it asks "Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods?"

July 25 2015

Answer by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

How can I know God's will for my life? What does the Bible say about knowing God's will?

Ephesians 2:8-9 explains our salvation by the grace of God through faith, not of ourselves through works but, as a gift from God. The very next verse,...

July 25 2015 3 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

What time of day was the ninth hour?

Jesus died at the ninth hour (3 PM) as written in Matthew 27:46-50, Mark 15:34-37, and in Luke 23:44-46. This is also the time the temple veil was torn in...

July 25 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Salem Markus Purba

Does God still give visions to people today? Should believers expect visions to be a part of their Christian experience?

Absolutely, YES HE DOES; every time we read the Holy Bible, God gives us vision, since God is I AM WHO I AM (Exodus 3: 14), the LORD our God, who is not...

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