Why is the resurrection of Jesus Christ important?
Let me start by stating that if Jesus was not resurrected there would be no proof that "second death" (eternal death where there is no resurrection) was...
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What does it mean to treat the Lord's table in an 'unworthy manner'?
What does it mean to treat the Lord's table in an 'unworthy manner'? 1 Corinthians 11:27-30 says "Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this...
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JD Abshire
Who is the "she/her" in this verse?
Proverbs 3:13 "Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding." Metaphorically, wisdom and understanding.
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
Why is the humanity of Jesus important?
The humanity of Jesus is so important but could only be fully appreciated after understanding how we got into this dilemma. Throughout history the "nature"...
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Robin Lim
Is using the phrase, "Oh, my God" when surprised wrong?
The sum total as I see... we must acknowledge we are not God and we have fallen short of His glory. By being Christians we try our best to live a life of...
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frederick sabbil nabia
Is using the phrase, "Oh, my God" when surprised wrong?
I believe GOD, our Heavenly father is sacred and so is His Name. As Christians we need to be conscious of our being because we are set apart from others in...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is the meaning and importance of the ascension of Jesus Christ?
After Jesus rose from the dead, He "presented Himself alive" (Acts 1:3) to the women near the tomb (Matthew 28:9-10), to His disciples (Luke 24:36-43), and...
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
What is the meaning and importance of the ascension of Jesus Christ?
His resurrection and subsequent ascension is most important in "bringing many sons to glory" (Heb.2:10). This is the only way for the Father's promise of the...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
What is the name of God?
Moses said to God, "Suppose I go to the Israelites and say to them, 'The God of your fathers has sent me to you,' and they ask me, 'What is his name?' Then...
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
Why did Jesus refuse to be called "good"?
In Mark 10:18 Did Jesus actually "refuse to be called good"? What actually was his answer and why? Let us see the testimony of the gospel writers. Mk....
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gabriel smit
Is it necessary to fully understand the Gospel to go to heaven? Is it enough to believe it, even if we do not fully understand it?
Jesus Christ answers as follows: John 3:18 'He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not...
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Anne Smith
, Mother to two daughters, Grandmother to two grandsons.
Why is sound doctrine so important?
Sound doctrine is important as our very salvation depends on it. For instance, if we do not believe in the death and resurrection of our Savior Jesus and do...
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Why didn't God say that lying was a sin instead of bearing false witness in the Ten Commandments?
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David Robinson
, Army 1SG, firefighter, consultant (CFPS) - retired from all!
What did Jesus mean when He said, "..when you are old you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will lead you where you do not want to go"?
This question (and this verse) exemplifies the importance of context in understanding scripture. Here Jesus is speaking directly and specifically to Peter,...
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Why did Jesus refuse to be called "good"?
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Dan Rivers
, Christian, Husband, Grandfather, Son, AT&T retiree
Is it necessary to fully understand the Gospel to go to heaven? Is it enough to believe it, even if we do not fully understand it?
I don't think understanding the Gospel of Jesus is difficult at all... To fully understand the Gospel and be saved, we just need to believe that Jesus died...
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What is the Shekinah glory?
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Steve VanDyke
, Director, Community Servants Missions Training School, TN
Why does God often wait to judge the wicked, vs. judging them now as they live on Earth?
Somtimes judgment does come to the wicked in the form of consequences to their evil actions. However, the story Jesus tells about Lazarus and the rich man in...
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How can I be saved?
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What does the fourth commandment mean?
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, "Let a search be made in the royal archives..." Ezra 5:17 NIV
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Is using the phrase, "Oh, my God" when surprised wrong?
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Is it biblical to use the phrase "ask Jesus into your heart"?
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Is it biblical to use the phrase "ask Jesus into your heart"?
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, Army 1SG, firefighter, consultant (CFPS) - retired from all!
What does God say to do with anger over attacks from terrorism? Are we to sit and watch it happen?
This question is just as relevant for today as it is difficult to answer. I’m sure there will be those who disagree with my response. I certainly respect...
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Kenneth Heck
How should a Christian respond to evidence of paranormal activity?
We must be careful to define the word "paranormal" correctly. For instance, an experience such as seeing what appears to be an angel of God may be excluded...
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How can I encourage someone who lost a family member?
How can I encourage a person who lost some one in a family, through verses from the bible?
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Terry Manell
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When did the separation of humanity into Jews and Gentiles occur?
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Chuck Scarborough
Should Christians celebrate Passover?
We do celebrate the Passover in our celebration of the Lord's Supper, or Communion, on each first day of the week. We celebrate the shedding of the blood of...
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Jeanetta Bass
What does it mean to treat the Lord's table in an 'unworthy manner'?
I think that we need to deal with the issue of sin and salvation before we even try to understand the meaning of this scripture. If you have asked Jesus to...
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Ben Zickefoose
, Retired, Kinesiology Dept. ACU, TX & traveling ministry.
Should the comma be placed before or after the word "today" in Luke 23:43?
The Comma I have read all of the comments above about “the comma.” It is interesting that “the comma” generated so many responses. I understand that the...
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What was Elihu's message to Job?
Elihu was one of Job's friends-not one of the three who had come to comfort Job at the beginning of the book, but one who arrives later and offers the last...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is the meaning of exousia in the Bible?
Exousia is a Greek word most often translated as "authority" or "power." It is especially used in terms of moral influence. Exousia can also be thought of in...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about stoning?
Stoning is a method of execution during which a group of people, usually peers of the guilty party, throws stones at the condemned person until he or she...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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The patience of Job—why is Job famous for being patient?
When someone exhibits great endurance through all kinds of trials, annoyances, or provocations, we say that person has "the patience of Job." The idiom is...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean that Job repented in dust and ashes?
In Job 42:6, Job says, "I despise myself and repent in dust and ashes." Obviously, Job was at a low point in his personal history. But what does it mean that...
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JD Abshire
What does the Bible say about Lot's lineage and family?
Genesis 11:27 "These are the family records of Terah. Terah fathered Abram, Nahor, and Haran, and Haran fathered Lot." Lot obvious was Abram's nephew....
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean that a house divided cannot stand?
There are three accounts in the Gospels in which Jesus states that a kingdom divided against itself is laid waste or a house divided cannot stand (Luke...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about spreading rumors?
A rumor is an unconfirmed, widely spread story or statement. Rumors may or may not contain elements of truth, but their veracity is anyone's guess-rumors...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who was Rebekah in the Bible?
Rebekah in the Bible was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. We first meet Rebekah in Genesis 24:15, where she is identified as "the daughter of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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How should a Christian respond to contracting a sexually transmitted disease (STD)?
Since the fall of man in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:17; Romans 5:12), sin has created heartache and suffering for human beings. Disease, including...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the biblical punishment for adultery?
Before answering this question, it is important to clarify a difference between the Old Testament and New Testament. Under the Old Covenant law, given to...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about motives?
The Bible has a lot to say about our motives. A motive is the underlying reason for any action. Proverbs 16:2 says, "All a person's ways seem pure to them,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who were Sanballat, Tobiah, and Geshem?
Sanballat, Tobiah, and Geshem were three enemies of the Jews who made several attempts to stop Nehemiah from rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Sanballat and...