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

What does it mean to die in the Lord?

Very simply, if a person is truly born-again, washed in the blood of the Lamb, justified by His grace, all sin has been forgiven, and as one of my favorite...

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

What does it mean that the "whole earth was harvested" in Revelation 14:16?

There is some confusion for Christians between the word "earth" and "world" in the Bible. For example, Rev. 16:14 says "For they are the spirits of devils,...

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

Should we tithe off our gross or net income?

Mark 12:17 "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's." This verse would suggest that Caesar is to be paid off...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

What does it mean that the "whole earth was harvested" in Revelation 14:16?

First, let me state emphatically that this is just my opinion. Many would disagree with me but this is the way that I understand the book of Revelations. The...

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Why is there a covenant with Noah to never destroy all living creatures, yet the revelation to John is about the end of all the earth?

I believe if you read closely you will find that God said he would never destroy the earth by a flood, thus the rainbow. The present Earth is reserved to be...

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

What does it mean to die in the Lord?

To die in the LORD is to die while a person is a believer in the Christ. Some may interpret this type of death as one which God must have permitted to occur....

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Answer by Theresa Venable

Should we tithe off our gross or net income?

I believe tithing was designed to show obedience to God for all he has provided. It also exercises your freewill thinking. I also believe it should be an...

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Answer by Carlos Molina

What does it mean to die in the Lord?

So, to die in the Lord is getting consumed by His love, Glory, and mercy. It starts when you simply get overwhelmed in his presence that you realize He is...

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

Why were Aaron and his sons instructed to wash their feet?

Ritual washing was a key element of Jewish practice, with elaborate procedures and requirements for cleansing those who might become "unclean" during daily...

January 04 2015 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

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

Why is there a covenant with Noah to never destroy all living creatures, yet the revelation to John is about the end of all the earth?

This is what happens when we read scripture so fast, we miss the crucial details. Let us read Genesis 9:11 (!) again. I establish my covenant with you: Never...

January 04 2015 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeremiah Navi , PROPHET OF GOD

Can a person be a Christian if they do not believe that the bible is true?

Question: If it is not the Jesus of the Bible that we are worshiping, then is it the CHRISTIAN Christ? There are many "christs": Matthew 24:5 For many shall...

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Answer by JD Abshire

Why is there a covenant with Noah to never destroy all living creatures, yet the revelation to John is about the end of all the earth?

Genesis 9:8-11 "And God spake unto Noah, and to his sons with him, saying, And I, behold, I establish my covenant with you, and with your seed after you; And...

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Answer by Eric Jelmeland

Why is there a covenant with Noah to never destroy all living creatures, yet the revelation to John is about the end of all the earth?

It is my firm belief that the destruction outlined in Revelations does not violate God's covenant with Noah. The world as we know it will be transformed and...

January 04 2015 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Nneoyi Abity

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

This seems contradictory for him to first say he had faith, then to ask for help with his lack of faith.

Mark 9:14 - 29

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Question by Anonymous
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What year did Ezra leave Babylon and arrive in Jerusalem?

Ezra 7:8 says it was "the seventh year of Artaxerxes." What year was that?

Ezra 7:8

January 04 2015 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about transferring spirits?

January 04 2015

Answer by Kenneth Heck

How is Satan god of this world?

Please consider these verses: Isaiah 66:4 "I will also choose their delusions, and will bring their fears upon them:..." 2Thes 2:1-12 "And for this cause God...

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Should we tithe off our gross or net income?

January 04 2015

Answer by Mark Boanerges , Love God with all your heart, with all your might, and all..

What does the Bible say about reading or writing fiction?

It is a slippery slope when we define fiction as not true... A man made understanding of what fiction is or is not. What any thought is, is a seed, a seed...

January 04 2015 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Philip Davies

Can a person be a Christian if they do not believe that the bible is true?

Yes it is possible for a person be a Christian if they do not believe that the bible is true. The Bible is clear that you become a Christian through faith in...

January 04 2015 1 Comments 17 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean that the "whole earth was harvested" in Revelation 14:16?

I interpret this to mean that the entire world will be judged... when you harvest a crop, there is some that is good, and some that is bad, but either way...

January 04 2015 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kenneth Heck

What does it mean that Jesus is the second Adam?

John 12:25 "...except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit." Christ is the firstborn...

January 04 2015 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Scotty Searan , I am a associate minister.

Should a Christian listen to secular music?

I agree wholeheartedly with the above answers. If you will allow me enter the conversation I would like to add some. In Romans 14 Paul was dealing with an...

January 04 2015 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by chris woodall

How can I give in secret (Matthew 6:4) and still let my good deeds be seen (Matthew 5:16)?

To be simple, Biblical Christianity is all about the heart. If we as a person have a choice rather what we are about to do becomes public or private and we...

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Where is a good place to start reading the Bible?

January 03 2015

Answer by Kenneth Heck

Was God also deceived by Satan?

God has never been deceived by Satan. Satan is only permitted to tempt and deceive men. If he were to attempt to deceive God he would be cast out far sooner...

January 03 2015 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by Carolyn Hostetter , Wife, mother, grandmother, retired church administrator

What does it mean that the "whole earth was harvested" in Revelation 14:16?

In my humble opinion, I would think that Matthew 13:24-30 would give the answer. This is the parable about the wheat and the tares. All will be harvested,...

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What does it mean that the Bible is God-breathed?

January 03 2015

Answer by Wambui Mburu

Can a lay person lead a communion service?

Shalom I agree with Phil Davies. We honour those who have been called to special office even as we are instructed in.Ephesians 4:11-16. With this intention...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What does it mean that we all must bear our own cross?

To bear your own cross [stake] is to realize that when you were baptised you walked into the water and were covered completely; that was symbolic of your...

January 03 2015 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What does 2 Corinthians 6:3 teach us when it says, "Giving no offence in anything, that the ministry be not blamed."?

"Giving no offense in anything, that the ministry be not blamed.." (2Corinthians 6:3). The direct lesson being that; character (conduct) defines a minister...

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Should a Christian woman wear a bikini?

January 03 2015

Answer by Philip Davies

Can a lay person lead a communion service?

Yes a lay person can lead a communion service. The reason for this involves the larger issue of the relationship between what is called the clergy and laity...

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Answer by mark wilkinson , retired school teacher and missionary

What does it mean that Jesus is the second Adam?

The phrase 'second Adam' comes from the pen of the Roman Catholic cleric Cardinal Newman in his hymn 'Praise to the Holiest in the Height' - "...a second...

January 03 2015 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Salem Markus Purba

What should we learn from the account of David and Goliath?

We should learn that good and evil power always interact with each other. This causes a dynamic of living throughout the history of human life in this world....

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Question by Wise Clinton

Why were Aaron and his sons instructed to wash their feet?

Exodus 30:21

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What does the Bible say about a Christian having plastic / cosmetic surgery?

January 03 2015

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Is there such a thing as an ex-Christian?

January 03 2015

Answer by Mike Joshua , Sinner saved by grace to serve and witness wherever I can

I have committed _____ sin. Will God forgive me?

I am guilty of sin in all its shapes and sizes. I have habitual sins and pet sins I struggle with daily and I have major events every now and again. I sin...

January 03 2015 3 Comments 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Myron Robertson , Seeking God's heart

Must precept be upon precept?

We are to learn this way because it is the way babies and toddlers learn. It does have its place, and at one point in time is necessary, but if any in the...

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Can a Christian keep sinning?

January 03 2015

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

January 03 2015

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What about repeated sin?

January 03 2015

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Why did God rest on the seventh day of creation?

January 03 2015

Answer by David P. Larsen

What does it mean that God has pitched a tent for the sun?

Great question. As a poet and a wordsmith, perhaps I can help us 'shed some light' on this verse. Much of the Scriptures contain literary tools such as...

January 02 2015 1 Comments Follow Vote Up