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  1. What happened to the gentiles before Jesus came?
  2. How can believers be poor and rich at the same time? Revelation 2:9
  3. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  4. What is the role of Elihu in the book of Job?
  5. What is the meaning of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5, and how is it connected to God's judgment on thieves and liars?
  6. What did Paul mean by "dogs" in Philippians 3:2?
  7. How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
  8. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  9. Why did the Lord favor Abel’s offering more than Cain’s?
  10. Why include a final warning about adding or subtracting from this book? Revelation 22:18-19


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Answer by Scarlett Holtz , Missionary to the Philippines and wherever He sends me.

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

I don't feel that it would necessarily impact true Christians, because those that have read their word know that in Hebrews 11:3 It is spoken that "The...

March 31 2015 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Anupama Rajesh

Does our tithe all have to go to our church or can part of it go to a Christian ministry?

Tithes must be given to the church..... it should not be broken.... if any person has extra, then he can give to the charity. God Loves cheerful giver, one...

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What is the difference between the Rapture and the Second Coming?

March 31 2015

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Which church is the true church?

I believe there are true believers in almost every denomination. But I also believe that almost every church is in some way in apostasy. Many hold to the...

March 31 2015 23 Comments 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

How do we do this and be like Jesus, who ate and drank with the worst of sinners and made them his disciples?

Question: “How do we do this and be like Jesus, who ate and drank with the worst of sinners and made them his disciples?” I believe we need to first ask...

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What are the Ten Commandments?

March 31 2015

Answer by Galen Smith , Retired from Multnomah Bible College and Biblical Seminary

Why are the Bibles on this site different than the printed versions?

Bridget, since I'm not in any way part of the staff that established or operates this website, I'm probably not the best one to answer your question....

March 31 2015 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by Galen Smith , Retired from Multnomah Bible College and Biblical Seminary

Are these the words of Jesus or a narrative that was added?

If I knew who said that John 3:16-21 was not what Jesus actually said and why they think that way, your question would be easier to address. Not knowing...

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What are the Stations of the Cross and what can we learn from them?

March 30 2015

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What is the baptism of/by/with fire?

March 30 2015

Answer by Kenneth Heck

Where is the footnote of Jesus' word in Luke 24:46?

The Old Testament mentions a number of books that have been lost to history. One of these books probably contains the reference of Luke 24:26. Examples of...

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Answer by Galen Smith , Retired from Multnomah Bible College and Biblical Seminary

What and where is the mountain of God in Psalm 48:1?

Back when God gave instructions to Moses for building the tabernacle, the work was finished according to the instructions, "and the glory of the LORD filled...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Who was Miriam in the Bible?

Miriam in the Bible is Moses' older sister. She is called "Miriam the prophetess" in Exodus 15:20. She plays an important role in several episodes of Moses'...

March 30 2015 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Darwin Iverson

Why is Acts 8:37 missing from some versions of the Bible?

Hundreds of years ago the Catholics and Protestants did battle with each other for hundreds of years. The Catholics created their own altered Greek...

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Answer by Nancy Dunbar

How do we do this and be like Jesus, who ate and drank with the worst of sinners and made them his disciples?

This verse is speaking only about someone who calls themselves a 'brother', in other words who claims to be a Christian, but lives a Godless life. If you...

March 30 2015 2 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Victor Stoc

What is Abraham's bosom?

Abraham bosom can be difficult to explain, but note it likely to refer to in union and faith with Abraham who is the father of the Jewish faith. We note in...

March 30 2015 5 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Does the Greek word arsenokoitai in 1 Corinthians 6:9 really mean homosexuals or something else?

March 30 2015

Question by Gay Lynn Pusey

What is the best teaching bible for a 9 year old to start with?

She has had a small child's version and wants more answers. My study bible is too advanced for her.

March 30 2015 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Black Star Ranch , Worship leader, husband, and grandfather to many.

Is Contemporary Christian Music honoring to God? Should it be used in church services?

Col 3:16 Let the message about the Messiah dwell richly among you, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, and singing psalms, hymns, and...

March 30 2015 21 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Brian Ansell , Retired school teacher, now sell homemprovements i

How is prayer communicating with God?

Communicating is often confused with telling. If you tell anyone what you want that us not communicating. So if when you pray you expect the answer you want....

March 30 2015 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3

Who was Linus?

Linus succession to Peter as bishop of Rome is not in the Bible. Peter's death is not in the Bible. The sources used by the Catholic Church to support this...

March 30 2015 6 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by Shirley H. , prayer warrior

Where is the footnote of Jesus' word in Luke 24:46?

I believe that this passage Luke 24:46 "And He said to them, so it is written that the Christ would suffer and on the third day rise from the dead..." is...

March 30 2015 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lynn Willis , Obedient Daughter of the High King of the Universe

How should a Christian handle being in an unfair work environment?

I hear what you are saying in huge, loud tones... for I lived this for seven years... and it was BEFORE I was saved by Jesus yet in retrospect, God was using...

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Is Contemporary Christian Music honoring to God? Should it be used in church services?

March 30 2015

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What does the Bible say about cross-dressing / transvestism?

March 30 2015

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What is the key to witnessing to Hindus?

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What is the Tyndale Bible?

March 30 2015

Question by Nancy Wilson

What and where is the mountain of God in Psalm 48:1?

Psalms 48:1

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Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?

Having lost one son at the age of 42, and three grandchildren, it is still loss. What I came to understand is that they were not mine to begin with. After...

March 30 2015 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by John Anderson

Are these the words of Jesus or a narrative that was added?

The Bible is quite clear that all scripture is God breathed. I often hear people say "The Bible is full of lies, superstitions or mistakes". I always ask...

March 30 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

What does "the day of Christ" mean?

The phrase "day of Christ" appears in two other verses in the KJV. Philippians 2:16 "Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ,...

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What should be the response of a Christian whose spouse has had an affair?

March 30 2015

Answer by Salem Markus Purba

What should be the response of a Christian whose spouse has had an affair?

Well, firstly as believers and followers of Jesus Christ, we should ask ourselves as an introspection, why such an evil matter has happened to our spouse/us....

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Question by joe Geist

What does "the day of Christ" mean?

Philippians 1:10

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

How should a Christian handle being in an unfair work environment?

Probably the first answer that I should give to this question as well as all questions I try to answer is to pray about it. Prayer not only is effective but...

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Question by Hlengiwe Loveless Mabuza

What is the meaning of "new moon"?

2 Kings 4:23

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Answer by Brian Nelson , Follower of Christ, Husband, Father, Systems Engineer

Why does the Bible say the moon was a 'lesser light', when it simply reflects the light of the Sun?

The Hebrew word for “rule” in these verses is “memshalah,” which means to have dominion. The Hebrew word for “give light” in these verses is “owr” and it...

March 29 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Stacey Lawrence , Wife, Mother, Church Secretary, Factory Worker ( for now)

Is Contemporary Christian Music honoring to God? Should it be used in church services?

I believe Christian Music that honors God and spreads the Gospel is fine whether it be traditional or contemporary. If you were to go back 2,000 years and...

March 29 2015 21 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Steven Scott , Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry

Why does the Bible say the moon was a 'lesser light', when it simply reflects the light of the Sun?

Consider how bright the sun is ~ we can go outside and read by this light. Now consider how brightly the moon reflects the sun's light ~ if we go outside, we...

March 29 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Shirley H. , prayer warrior

What does Job 5:7 mean by "the sparks fly upward"?

This verse takes us back to Genesis 3:17-19. "And unto Adam he said, Because thou hast heartened unto the voice of thy wife, and hast eaten of the tree, of...

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Will the Holy Spirit ever leave a believer?

March 29 2015

Answer by Billy P Eldred

What does Job 5:7 mean by "the sparks fly upward"?

If you have ever built a fire outside at night, I am sure you have seen sparks floating upward into the darkness, especially when when you stoke the fire or...

March 29 2015 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Tim Collinson , Tim Collinson

Are these the words of Jesus or a narrative that was added?

I have heard that many bible scholars agree that these verses are not what Jesus said; just wanted to clarify this.

John 3:16 - 21

March 29 2015 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bob Jones

Does 2 Chronicles 5:14 teach slaying in the Spirit?

In my humble opinion, I think that this may very well be an instance of "slaying" in the spirit. The idea of being slain in the Spirit means being so...

March 29 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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Who was Linus?

The Roman Catholic Church claims Linus was Peter's successor. Is this claim true, and if so, what sources confirm this position? Does the Bible teach that th...

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How can I recognize a false teacher / false prophet?

March 29 2015

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Why is Acts 8:37 missing from some versions of the Bible?

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