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  1. What made you believe in Christianity, or what is most convincing to you?
  2. I went to a gentleman's club out of curiosity but left as soon as they explained it to me. Did I commit a sin of lust?
  3. Are the righteous rewarded in this life or in the next one? Proverbs 11:31
  4. Why did John the Baptist continue to have disciples after he publicly identified Jesus as the son of God?
  5. When is it okay to rest from one's labors?
  6. What would ensure that my "house" flourishes? Proverbs 14:11
  7. What does it mean, "A rich man's wealth is his strong city. The poverty of the poor is their ruin." Proverbs 10:15
  8. How do you get "righteousnes" and thus be delivered from "death" (Proverbs 11:4)?
  9. What are the various meanings of the word "breath" in the old testament?


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Who were the Knights Templar?

The Knights Templar, also known as the Poor Fellow-Soldiers of Christ and of the Temple of Solomon, were an order of Christian knights that was formed in...

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What does the Bible say about an unhappy marriage?

March 21 2015

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In a relationship, when is space, time, or separation allowed, according to the bible?

By relationship I assume your question is in regard to a marital relationship. I agree with the old saying "absence makes the heart grow fonder" but.........

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If water baptism is so important, why does the Bible not reference Jesus having water-baptized the twelve apostles?

There may be a hint of the apostles being baptized by Christ in the episode of John 13:4-16 where he washed the 12 apostles' feet. If it were done simply for...

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Should a Christian go into business with an unbeliever?

In my personal experience dealing with Christian and non Christian business partners, I've been treated more honorably by non Christians. One Christian...

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If water baptism is so important, why does the Bible not reference Jesus having water-baptized the twelve apostles?

It is difficult to venture a guess at why things happen, but it can be even harder to speculate why something doesn’t happen. Since Scripture does not tell...

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Why is it important to worship Jesus and not just God the Father?

There is one verse that I feel answers this question. 1 Timothy 3:16 "And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the...

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What did Jesus mean when He said 'Ask and you shall receive'?

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How is a wife to submit to her husband, and how is a husband to love his wife in the context of Ephesians 5:22-25?

March 20 2015

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

What was Jesus doing in the desert for 40 days before he was tempted?

The Bible does not go into a great deal of detail about the forty days that Jesus spent in the desert. However, we do know that He fasted during that time....

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What is the year 2012 Mayan prophecy?

The ancient Mayans, in their "Long Count" calendar, had December 21, 2012, as the end of the calendar. This "end" of the Mayan calendar leads to many...

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How is a wife to submit to her husband, and how is a husband to love his wife in the context of Ephesians 5:22-25?

The Bible instructs the wife to obey her husband as the Church does obey Christ. Equally so, scripture instructs the husband to love his wife just like how...

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Why was King Saul so afraid of David?

The Spirit of The Lord left Saul, and he knew it. Saul could see that David had favor in the sight of God and men. This made Saul afraid of David. We are...

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Answer by Dawn M. Fick

What was Jesus doing in the desert for 40 days before he was tempted?

Oh my soul just leaped at this question, I am not a Bible scholar, but I believe within, that Jesus after hearing about His dear friend John's imprisonment,...

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Why did the boy's father say "Help my unbelief!" when he first said "I believe."?

I LOVE all the answers above and agree with them. I just want to add a small something. I believe the man was saying to Jesus: "I want to believe, help me!"...

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I am a Catholic. Why should I consider becoming a Christian?

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What does it mean that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit?

March 20 2015

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How can I heal from the hurt of a broken relationship?

My usual advice in this situation is very simple yet hard to do. Simply pray FOR the one that broke your heart. Not that God punish them but that God bless...

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Why did the boy's father say "Help my unbelief!" when he first said "I believe."?

Jesus knew that in order for the daughter to be healed, He, the father, must believe that Jesus was capable of doing exactly what He was able to do. If you...

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Is the Shroud of Turin authentic?

March 20 2015

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What is the meaning of "The Reproach of Christ" in this passage?

This is a great question and one I pondered recently too and researched. To put it simply "...reproach of Christ.." in this scripture means that Moses...

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

What is the meaning of "The Reproach of Christ" in this passage?

The verse in question is part of the description of Moses as one of the "heroes of faith" mentioned in the eleventh chapter of Hebrews. Although Moses, of...

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How long did Moses stay in Midian?

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What are the essentials of the gospel message?

March 20 2015

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Why is there so little written in the Bible about Joseph, Jesus' earthly father?

Let me start by saying there is nowhere in the Bible where God explains why he said no more about Joseph in Scripture than he did. Therefore, we can consider...

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Why do people call themselves born again Christians, when that term is not found in the Bible?

It can be precarious to explain why other people do things, especially if they have not expressed a reason. Nevertheless, I can answer for myself, and I...

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Why do people call themselves born again Christians, when that term is not found in the Bible?

John 1:12-13 " But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: Which were born, not of...

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How can a Christian couple heal from a separation?

March 20 2015

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

This is an interesting and complex question. It comes under the same heading as horse before the cart, and the chicken or the egg. Think about that...

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What was the purpose of the Levitical Law?

March 19 2015

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

The LORD God is sovereign over freewill in the same way we are sovereign over a spider on the wall. If I tap beside that spider, I know it will freely choose...

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Why do so many people have to experience terrible suffering before death?

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What does it mean to render your heart and not your garment?

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Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?

I have been in the valley it seems more than on the mountain top. It is the only way to learn to trust the Lord. I have been to the place where I totally...

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Does the word "Discretion" in this verse have a deeper meaning?

This chapter in Proverbs is about obedience. Verse 1 reads "My son, forget not My Law; but let your heart keep My Commandments: for length of days, and long...

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Does the word "Discretion" in this verse have a deeper meaning?

To me this verse means: Always strive to have wisdom and carefully choose the path you will follow avoiding evil. (or at least be aware that evil lurks)...

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If water baptism is so important, why does the Bible not reference Jesus having water-baptized the twelve apostles?

If before the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, water baptism was so prevalent and important, why did Jesus not appear to have first of all water-baptized His twel...

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I am a Catholic. Why should I consider becoming a Christian?

I am a Christian under the Catholic Church. I have never ever come across anyone in the Catholic denomination stating that they are not Christians. In fact...

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What should we learn from what the Bible says about Tamar?

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Who will occupy the Millennial Kingdom?

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