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  1. How does the Lord return the loyalty given (Psalm 145:13-16)?
  2. Is David making excuses, saying "I'm only human" in Psalm 143:2?
  3. Was there anything outside of Eden when God planted it in the East, and was Adam created outside the Garden?
  4. Are Christians the only "people whose God is the Lord"?
  5. Did blood and water literally come out of Christ's pierced side (John 19:34)?
  6. When should a man step down from ministry, if he just cannot overcome an old habit?
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Answer by Paul Bayne , Business Owner, Husband and Father of Four Kids & Blogger

Should we sometimes tithe for the feeding of the poor as the Jews did?

2 Cor. 9.7 "Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." Under the New Covenant,...

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Answer by Paul Bayne , Business Owner, Husband and Father of Four Kids & Blogger

Should we sometimes tithe for the feeding of the poor as the Jews did?

2 Cor. 9.7 "Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." Under the New Covenant,...

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

What is the Christian view of smoking? Is smoking a sin?

While there is no particular verse that says smoking is a sin, I believe 1 Corinthians 10:31, "THEREFORE, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do...

June 13 2015 4 Comments 14 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Philip Davies

Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with?

No human being is perfect and so struggling with sin is a lifelong occupation for all Christians. It is giving up the struggle with sin that keeps people out...

June 13 2015 3 Comments 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Philip Davies

How did Christ fulfill the prophecies of Isaiah 49:5-6 that Israel would be gathered to Him, and that He would be a light to the gentiles?

This has been completely fulfilled in Christ. Israel, true spiritual Israel, those showing the faith of Abraham, Rom 9:8 have been gathered to him, and what...

June 13 2015 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Sinaly Diabagate

What is your personal testimony of salvation?

Well, I am an Muslim born Evangelist from Africa and my testimony is unique in that after I received Christ I had to not only testify to my Muslim...

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Is handing out gospel tracts a good evangelism method?

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Answer by Kristen Ambrose

Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with?

When Jesus died on the cross, He was thinking of you! If you love the Lord, and repent of your sin you will be saved. Jesus taught us that there are two...

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How can I stay focused on Christ?

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Answer by Karen Potts

Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with?

When I made the decision to repent of my sins and make Christ Lord of my life, there were quite a few sins that I immediately put away - they were easy....

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What does it mean to honor my father and mother?

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Is there a biblical list of sins?

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How do I approach talking about God to an atheist?

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What does the Bible say about drinking alcohol or wine? Is it a sin for a Christian to drink alcohol or wine?

June 13 2015

Answer by Paul Bayne , Business Owner, Husband and Father of Four Kids & Blogger

Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with?

We all have to deal with the sin man for the rest of our lives. The problem with most people who think they are Christians...aren't. So they said a prayer...

June 13 2015 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Paul Bayne , Business Owner, Husband and Father of Four Kids & Blogger

What is your personal testimony of salvation?

2009…the year I was saved. The year I was brought to my knees in humbled brokenness. The year God looked down on this pathetic worm and delivered me from His...

June 13 2015 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Scott Many

What does Jesus say about friendship?

1 Vote June 13 2015 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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How can I keep the faith?

First Timothy 4:16 exhorts us to keep the faith: "Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them." When Paul visited the recently established...

June 13 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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What is your personal testimony of salvation?

How did you, personally, come to know and serve Christ?

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Answer by Arlie Hogan

Why do people find it so hard to give their lives to Christ?

After hearing the word I think many people realize that following Christ will require them to make changes in their lifestyle that they are unwilling to...

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What is God saying in this verse that, "I have given you cleanliness of teeth"?

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How can I know what God's plan is?

June 13 2015

Answer by Tyler Cleveland

Is there a limit to God's forgiveness?

God is always faithful and always forgives when presented with true repentance. In the scenario you provided above, you ask if a person who turned from God...

June 13 2015 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Should we sometimes tithe for the feeding of the poor as the Jews did?

Deuteronomy 14:28 - 29

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

Should a Christian speak up against or correct biblical untruths/heresy promoted by others on social media?

YES! An absolute, 'without-a-doubt'//'no-questions asked' YES! The Bible tells us that "we as His children are to 'teach, preach and share the Word unto all...

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Should a Christian speak up against or correct biblical untruths/heresy promoted by others on social media?

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Where is Mary, the mother of Jesus, now?

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What if I don't feel saved?

June 12 2015

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Does Rom 9 mean God predestined some to heaven while created others with no chance of escaping hell?

No. The passage is not about God creating specific individuals for glory in heaven while creating others for wrath. Rather, it is about God's just mercy in...

June 12 2015 6 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Paul Bayne , Business Owner, Husband and Father of Four Kids & Blogger

How did God help you when you faced a tragedy?

Through a medical misdiagnosis, our children were taken away from us in 2007. We fought for four years to prove our innocence. In the beginning we did...

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Answer by Marko SImurina

Does Rom 9 mean God predestined some to heaven while created others with no chance of escaping hell?

Predestination is obvious, but then comes a question are we able to interpret predestination? No one can understand predestination and why some people are...

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Question by Anonymous
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Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with?

Can a struggle with a lifelong sin keep you from heaven, if you continually confess that sin to Jesus, recognize it as sin, and seek to turn from it? That is...

Galatians 5:16

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Answer by Austin Noble , My full names are Austin Noble, born into a christian home,

What are the heavenly crowns that believers can receive in Heaven?

One is eternal life to be in God's presence, living a stress free life without the influences of sin.

June 12 2015 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Marko SImurina

How can I develop genuine love for everyone without any hypocrisy whatsoever?

Love willingly as you can, and ask God to do the rest, what do you think he will do? Also, I don't view Gods love as something that depends on emotions. It,s...

June 12 2015 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Joel Amos

How did Christ fulfill the prophecies of Isaiah 49:5-6 that Israel would be gathered to Him, and that He would be a light to the gentiles?

Have these prophecies been completely fulfilled, or only partially fulfilled?

Isaiah 49:5 - 6

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How is the Christian religion different from all the other world religions?

June 12 2015

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

Is the Holy Spirit a male or female?

This answer should be put in the same category as "Who is God". The Holy Spirit is just as God as the Father and Jesus Christ. All three together are one...

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Answer by John McIntyre , Maturing Servant of God

Why is Nathanael immediately convinced that Jesus is the Son of God and the King of Israel when Jesus tells him: "I saw you while you were still under the fig tree before Philip called you"?

Based on the preceding verses 45 and 46, Phillip had informed Nathanael he and others had. Met the Christ, Jesus. Later when Jesus recognizes Nathanael as he...

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Question by cindy simons

What is a testimony of salvation?

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Question by Anonymous
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Is there a limit to God's forgiveness?

For example, if someone was saved at a very young age but lived a life full of sins their whole adult life, yet asked for forgiveness along the way, is there...

1 John 1:5 - 10

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Answer by Austin Noble , My full names are Austin Noble, born into a christian home,

Should all mothers be stay-at-home moms?

I think this is one of the challenges of our modern days. However, this problem need the wisdom of God in order to discern a matter of this magnitude. The...

June 12 2015 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by cindy simons

How old is the Earth?

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Question by Anonymous
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How can I stay optimistic and faithful to God while I'm waiting for His help in a difficult season?

Are there Bible verses that help you? Are there people in the Bible to look to for encouragement? Are there books I can read?

11 Votes June 12 2015 5 Answers Follow Vote Up

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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Mustard Seed?

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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Mustard Seed?

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Answer by Doug M. , Rescued From The Lion's Mouth

If aliens were proved to exist, how would that discovery impact the Christian faith?

If you beleve that aliens are a threat then you must also believe that Jesus lied to you. He called God our Father. I believe Jesus. I don't believe common...

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What happened on the Mount of Olives?

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Question by Anonymous
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How do you truly forgive someone?

Do you have a process you use? Do you rely on scripture?

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