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Were animals God's first option for a companion for Adam?

So far, it's clear that animals were created before Adam. Let me answer your question about animals being the first option for a companion for Adam. God,...

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Why did God accept Abel's offering but reject Cain's offering? Why did Cain then kill Abel?

January 17 2015

Answer by Don Whitley , Husband, father, grandpa and a Christian.

How can I control sinful impulses?

All of the above make very good points. As christians, we have a promise that He will not allow us to be tempted beyond our ability to resist; 1 Cor. 10:13....

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Answer by Al Mari , Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon

Is the human soul mortal or immortal?

Analysis is critical in understanding this concept of the English word "soul" (nephesh in Hebrew). To do this, one has to go back to Genesis and take us...

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

Will there be a second chance for salvation after death?

God's grace is guaranteed while we live on this earth and it is purposed to a goal. The goal is that we accept Christ by whose only righteousness we will be...

January 17 2015 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Why did the witnesses 'lay their clothes down' at the Saul's feet?

I do not think there is any symbolism or hidden meaning in Saul's actions. Most likely, the people who did the stoning (witnesses), removed their outer layer...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What does the Bible say about caring for our old parents?

What does the Bible say about caring for our old parents? In answer to this question Paul says it all: 1 Timothy 5:8: But if any provide not for his own, and...

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Answer by Jim Amick

Is gambling a sin? What does the Bible say about gambling?

My opinion is that gambling is a sin as it violates God's tenth commandment - Thou shalt not covet. When you gamble you are coveting the money of others.

January 17 2015 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Why did the witnesses 'lay their clothes down' at the Saul's feet?

In my humble opinion we are told that Saul was a young man present at the trial and then the stoning of Stephen. I submit there is a two fold answer, first...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What are the Ten Commandments?

What are the Ten Commandments? Comment: Notice: Exodus 20: 1 ¶ And God spake all these words, saying, 2 I am the LORD thy God, which have brought thee out of...

January 17 2015 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Gary Creel

Biblically, who were the Neanderthals?

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

What is the purpose of the thousand-year reign of Christ?

Perhaps the best answer to this question is in Matt 22:44 "The LORD said unto my Lord, sit thou on my right hand until I make thine enemies thy footstool."...

January 17 2015 9 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why was it seemingly fine for relatives to marry in the beginning, but inbreeding now messes people up?

Were Adam and Eve and their children free from this genetic deterioration? Why is is so much more of a problem now?

6 Votes January 17 2015 Follow Vote Up

Question by Gary Creel

How does wickedness progress so quickly in a city or nation, such as Sodom or Rome?

That is, how does the moral decline begin? Why does it seem to accelerate so quickly once moral decay begins?

3 Votes January 17 2015 1 Comment 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Is gambling a sin? What does the Bible say about gambling?

Games of chance (card games, etc.) or wagers are not in themselves contrary to justice. They become morally unacceptable when they deprive someone of what is...

January 17 2015 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Robin Snelgar , Professor and Head of Department of Industrial Psychology

What is the difference between a Christian and a disciple?

The assumption of Jesus is that all of His people would live their lives as His students and co-labourers. They would find Him so admirable in every respect...

January 17 2015 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Brandon Hughes , Regular Worker Guy

Why did the witnesses 'lay their clothes down' at the Saul's feet?

The answer to this question is not very nice. In short, I can throw a baseball harder, faster and more accurately if I take my coat off. If I am in a crowd...

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Is pleading the blood of Jesus biblical?

January 16 2015

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What are 'presumptuous sins'?

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What did the pillar of cloud by day and the pillar of fire by night signify?

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Was Matthias or Paul God's choice to replace Judas as the 12th apostle?

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What is propitiation?

January 16 2015

Answer by Joseph Turner , Christian, Sunday School Teacher, Actor, Health Food Worker

What are 'presumptuous sins'?

Let us consider the context of the passage in Psalm 19. The Psalm, itself, is believed to have been written by David. It is entitled "The Law of the Lord is...

January 16 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean for salvation to be a gift from God?

The word gift is an important one in the Bible, and it is good that we understand its definition and implications.In the New Testament, there are several...

January 16 2015 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

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Where did Joel Osteen get the saying "this is my Bible I can do what it says I can do"?

January 16 2015

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What does the Bible say about cancer?

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What does Jonah 4:11 mean by people who cannot tell their right hand from their left?

January 16 2015

Question by Anonymous
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Why did the witnesses 'lay their clothes down' at the Saul's feet?

That is, what was the purpose/significance of laying the clothes down?

Acts 7:58

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

Why was Jesus hidden in Egypt?

In Ex. 4:22 Moses was directed by the LORD to say to Pharaoh: "Thus saith the LORD, Israel is my son, even my firstborn:" So, the Israelites, later called...

January 16 2015 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Billy P Eldred

Why did Jesus say authority was given to him to execute judgement because he is the "Son of Man"? Wouldn't "Son of God" make more sense?

To answer your specific question, my answer is no. If you were hungry and you stole a can of beans for your family to eat, would you rather a ruler who had...

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Answer by Mike Dumais

Was Jesus rich or wealthy?

In some ways it is difficult for a modern person living in the west to relate to life's realities in Palestine 2000 years ago. However, those people were...

January 16 2015 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Margaret Koch

Can a person take communion alone, or must it be taken in a group?

Lance, You are never alone. The Holy Spirit is with you always. He has promised to never leave nor forsake you. So I believe it is ok to have communion...

January 16 2015 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is gambling a sin? What does the Bible say about gambling?

I've never had a gambling problem, but have known many who have/do and all I can see in their gambling is an addiction which is, in and of itself, idolatrous...

January 15 2015 4 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Brian Hill

What happened between the old testament and the new testament?

In the bible there is the old testament and the new testament but nothing in between. Is there anything written about happened between the two testaments?

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When will the two Witnesses in Revelation begin their work?

Revelation 11:3

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What does it mean to have the appearance of godliness but deny its power? Examples?

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Why is 'You shall not commit adultery' in the Ten Commandments?

January 15 2015

Answer by meluleki maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

Why did Satan think he could defeat God?

In my view, Satan is not fighting God the Father per se. Satan is not an atheist; he knows God very well but it is against God the Son that he has issues....

January 15 2015 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Shawn Earnest

What is the Hindu view of the nature of atonement and purification as related to the afterlife, and how does this compare with Christianity?

What are the similarities and differences between the nature of atonement and purification as it relates to the afterlife, with respect to Christianity and H...

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Answer by Cheryl Loraditch , Child of the Most High Elohim

Which of the 30,000 Protestant denominations is the true church of God?

None, the true church of Christ is those that keep the commandments, not those that teach that it doesnt apply anymore. Matthew 5:19- "So if you ignore the...

January 15 2015 7 Comments 15 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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What are 'presumptuous sins'?

What are examples of presumptuous sins?

Psalms 19:13

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Answer by Penny G. Vera , PBX Operator Nationwide Insurance/Mascot-Costume home biz.

What does it mean that Christians are not under the law?

Hello, I would like to address this question with the reason Jesus needed to become a Human. Remember, Adam and Eve disobeyed God, that is sin. Every human...

January 15 2015 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Braden Mcdonald

How did Barnabas, being a Levite possess a land, while the Levites were instructed not to possess lands of their own (Numbers 18:20-21; Deuteronomy 10:8-9) as per the law?

Barnabas, as a convert to Christ, was no longer under the Levitical Law. While the passage states that he was of the tribe of Levi, it does not say that, as...

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

What are appropriate reasons for missing church?

If your think there are acceptable reasons for missing church then you must imagine there are inappropriate reasons. Consider the story of the Good Samaritan...

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