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Answer by Joseph (Joe) Smith

When and how do we receive the Holy Spirit?

We receive the Holy Spirit when we're born again. If we don't have the Holy Spirit within us, we don't belong to Jesus Christ. Romans 8:9 9 But ye are not in...

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Question by Dtermined2liveforGOD mathis1

How do I receive the Holy Spirit?

John 7:39

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What does it mean that Christians are not of this world?

May 05 2015

Answer by Deborah Bullock , Homemaking, caretaking for my elderly mom, parttime artist

How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?

I also, have met with the loss of a child. In my case, he was 14 and died of an angiosarcoma in 1989. When he was first diagnosed, I was sure God hated me...

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Answer by Michael Sisson

Did Israel lose their calling and election?

Absolutely not. Paul affirms their continuing role as God's chosen in Romans 11. Romans 11:29 (NASB) 29 for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable....

May 05 2015 3 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by KEITH SLOUGH

Is the Word of Faith movement biblical?

I read Greek. It is true, (as the margin of many Bibles correctly state) that Mark 11:22 states "Have the faith OF God" -- not "in" God. The Greek is in the...

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Answer by Laura Smith

What are the three impure spirits 'like frogs' in Rev 16:13?

When I see "unclean" or impure spirits here, I'm reminded of Jesus casting out the unclean spirits in several places of the NT. Unclean spirits are usually...

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Answer by Linda Davies , Administrator

Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?

Dear Fellow Believers, Having read the responses with interest that this question generated, there is one more angle that I would like to add that simply...

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Answer by KEITH SLOUGH

What is the Sacred Name Movement?

The Hebrew Old Testament is indeed inspired. Obviously we read a Hebrew name for God. YHWH is the so-called 'sacred name' and is pronounced variously as...

May 05 2015 2 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Juan Miguel Vera Cruz

Should a non-Catholic Christian participate in a Catholic Mass?

We are all entitled to our opinion but I beg to disagree, I don't want to seat, stand up, kneel with those giant idols in front of me, in Psalms is says do...

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

If Jesus was God, why did He call God "My God?"

The question goes, "if Jesus was God, Why did He refer to God as "my God"? I note that this question rises from the confusion over the understanding of the...

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After His resurrection, why did Jesus tell Mary not to touch Him, but later tell Thomas to touch Him?

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What are some useful tips, good biblical examples or bad biblical examples that teach how or how not to correct your husband?

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How does God's sovereignty work together with free will?

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What was the spirit of God hovering over?

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

Why is this Psalm called the hallel Psalm?

The hallel psalms are a group of psalms (113-118) that are traditionally recited in Jewish ceremonies. They are recited verbatim altogether to offer praise...

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Question by Anonymous
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Upon earthly Death, does the Soul go right into judgment? Or does it simply exist until the Return of Christ?

I am confused on what happens after physical death to a soul? do we go to Judgment and meet our fate right then?

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Answer by Charlotte Maclaury

Why doesn't God have a personal and direct relationship with all mankind, just as he had one with Adam & Eve?

He does! God wants to have a personal relationship with everyone! A very well-said summary of Paul's letters to the churches in the book of Galatians said,...

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What is the spiritual gift of helps?

May 05 2015

Answer by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

How does God's sovereignty work together with free will?

Suppose you are accosted by a robber with a gun and they say: "Give me your money or I'll kill you right now." So, you give them the money. Did they force us...

May 04 2015 1 Comments 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

What was the significance of the bones of Joseph being carried away from Egypt?

Joseph knew that it would be some time before God would lead Israel up out of Egypt and establish them in Canaan. In faith, as a testimony to Israel, he...

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Answer by Philip Davies

What is dispensationalism and is it Biblical?

Dispensationalism is a human theory invented by John Nelson Darby (1800–82) taught by the Plymouth Brethren and propagated through the Scofield Reference...

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Answer by Salem Markus Purba

Why is serving God important?

We serve God by believing and following Jesus (John 12: 26), and we are not a servant of God anymore but become children of God (John 1: 12-13) and a friends...

May 04 2015 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Joseph (Joe) Smith

Is it bad to reminisce on memories?

I think the best way to answer this question is by looking at 1 Samuel 17:34-36. In remembering Gods protection in the past, it emboldened David to fight and...

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Answer by Joseph (Joe) Smith

Who are Kenneth Copeland Ministries? Are their teachings sound?

Kenneth Copeland is a false teacher in the Word Of Faith movement (Heresy). One thing he teaches is that Jesus died spiritually. He also claims that if the...

May 04 2015 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about disobedient children?

From the young toddler who just learned the word "no" to the older child acting out in willful defiance, all parents face the challenge of disobedient...

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Question by Austin Church

Is it bad to reminisce on memories?

Almost everyday I listen to music to remind me of my past. to remind me of all the memories I have. Not bad things or sinful things, just great and happy mom...

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Question by Jeremiah Kaaya , Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional

What can one do to prove one is a servant of God?

If one performs a miracle or prophesies and it comes to pass, should this be enough proof one is a true servant of God?

2 Kings 1:12

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Answer by rich w , Bible Student, Old Testament lover

Are faith healers for real? Does a faith healer heal with the same power as Jesus?

Healing is still being done by God today. I personally have experienced Jesus work through me and on my own infirmities. I had a 400 pound man approach me...

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Answer by Penelope Mayfield

What is the meaning of the Valley of Dry Bones in Ezekiel 37?

It clearly states in Ezekiel 37:11 that he is talking about the children of Israel, how they had lost their hope, the lord is commanding him to speak life...

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Question by Lawrie Yinka

What was the significance of the bones of Joseph being carried away from Egypt?

Apart from the oath which the children of Isreal swore, why was it important that Joseph's body was taken away from Egypt when his soul had been to be with T...

Joshua 24:32

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Question by Ken van Zyl , Born-again Baptist sibce 1965

Could the book of Revelation be a symbolic message to the early Christians of the destruction of Jerusalem?

Could the book of Revelation be a symbolic message to the early Christians of the destruction of Jerusalem that was prophesied in Joel 2, Matthew 24, Mark 13...

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Answer by Darrell Tetar

Who is the advocate Jesus says He will send after His ascension to heaven?

First of all, the Holy Spirit(advocate) was what Jesus made clear to his disciples. He told them to go and wait for the Holy spirit (or in other...

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Which does the Bible say about trichotomy vs. dichotomy of man?

May 04 2015

Answer by Billy P Eldred

Is it acceptable to 'lay out a fleece' before God in prayer?

One of my favorite Bible verses is the last verse in the book of John. "Jesus did many other things as well. I suppose if they were all written down, even...

May 04 2015 2 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Did Israel lose their calling and election?

Romans 9:1 - 33

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Answer by JESTEEN Y ALEN KUMAR , Sunday School Teacher at Baptist Church

Why did Jehoram kill his brother when he was made King?

Jehoram killed all his younger brothers after taking his father's throne. His mother-in-law, Jezebel, may have guided him to destroy all royal blood. Just...

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

Who is the advocate Jesus says He will send after His ascension to heaven?

This passage of Truth is most beautiful as it describes the duties of the Third Person of the God-head, the Holy Spirit or Holy Ghost which did come on the...

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How should a Christian view prayer in public schools?

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What does it mean that iron sharpens iron?

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Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Who is Joel Osteen, and are his teachings Biblical?

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Answer by Brandon Hughes , Regular Worker Guy

Why do we need religion when we have God Himself to guide us?

I have seen many people use an incorrect definition of the word "religion" on this website claiming it is an attempt for man to reach God. The bible does not...

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