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Answer by Billy P Eldred

Is annihilationism Biblical?

Before I write my answer, let me first say that I have looked at this issue many times and I do not know for sure the answer. My best guess is that there are...

December 26 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Why is living together before marriage considered living in sin?

If we believe that we live now under grace and the law does not matter anymore, we will be inclined to think that living together without being married is no...

December 26 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by david vernon

If adultery is a sin, then why is it a blessing for a single-mother to have a child?

There are many good answers, and many good examples to draw from the Word of God about the question at hand. However, I do want to come from a different...

December 26 2014 1 Comments 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Did Jesus have all of God's power when He was on earth as a man?

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God,...

December 26 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kenneth Heck

What year was Jesus Christ born?

Another factor to consider in determining Christ's birth date is the date of his crucifixion. It appears from geological evidence that the earthquake...

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Question by Riza Gano

Why did King David marry Abigail when he was already married to Michal?

1 Samuel 25:1 - 44

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Question by Tito Dulay Lim , Former College Instructor. Looking for a job in the church.

Does Jesus have a beginning?

In the beginning was the Word (Jesus), so does this mean that Jesus, being God, the second person of the Trinity, has a beginning?

John 1:1

3 Votes December 26 2014 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kent Rather

Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

When Jesus said, "Have Faith in God," He meant it. When the father in heaven gives us faith it is undeniable, and nothing can convince you otherwise. Faith...

December 26 2014 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Alex Korulla

Do we tithe 10% of our income generated from investments as well?

God owns everything, including our money. All our possessions are under his authority, so God doesn't need our money. God is working through us. Then who...

December 26 2014 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kenneth Heck

Is annihilationism Biblical?

"The soul that sinneth, it shall die" (Ezek. 18:4,20). Man is composed of body, soul, and spirit. We know that Adam was described in Genesis 2:7 as a living...

December 26 2014 3 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mike Dumais

What year was Jesus Christ born?

The most compelling case is for in September of 3 or 4BC, as we would reference it from the Gregorian calendar we use today. The Julian calendar was...

December 26 2014 11 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about what foods we should eat (kosher)? Are there foods a Christian should avoid?

December 26 2014

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December 26 2014

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is biblical theology?

Biblical theology is the study of the doctrines of the Bible, arranged according to their chronology and historical background. In contrast to systematic...

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Do pets / animals go to Heaven? Do pets / animals have souls?

December 26 2014

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What is the origin of the Easter bunny and Easter eggs?

December 26 2014

Answer by Bren Stewart

If adultery is a sin, then why is it a blessing for a single-mother to have a child?

My response will be different then these, in that it will not be speaking about adultery nor fornication. I am speaking from the child's perspective. I am...

December 26 2014 3 Comments 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tito Dulay Lim , Former College Instructor. Looking for a job in the church.

How does one know one has the Holy Spirit? What are the signs?

You cannot stop meditating the Words of God (the gospel) when the Holy Spirit is in you. You are dying to repent in every time your weak body commits even a...

December 26 2014 20 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Darenstafford0923@gmail com Stafford

Where do you go when you die?

When we die our flesh body returns to dust the spirit returns to the Father that gave it (Ecc 12:7-8, 1 Cor 5:6-7). To be absent from this body is to be...

December 26 2014 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Why did Jesus have only male apostles?

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Answer by Philip Davies

Is it ever not a sin to masturbate?

Masturbation is not a sin. The Bible tells us that sins only happen when you break one of God's laws. If there is no law against something, then no sin can...

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Answer by James Leo Kropf , retired pastor

Is war in this day and age justified?

One issue that needs to be considered is that of the nature of the enemy. Is it a person, idealogy, nation, or force? Some who support war consider the enemy...

December 25 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Melody Sutter-fisher , Minister - Evangelist - Heart for the Homeless

If adultery is a sin, then why is it a blessing for a single-mother to have a child?

Yes adultery or fornication are sins. However the birth of a child is a gift from God no matter how the pregnancy occurred. Life is a blessing and to abort...

December 25 2014 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Charlitta Burruss

If adultery is a sin, then why is it a blessing for a single-mother to have a child?

The bible says, that we all have sinned and come short of the Glory of God. I had my Son out of wedlock and now, I am a Preacher today, so I thank God for...

December 25 2014 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Greg Kelly

Is annihilationism Biblical?

Yes it is Biblical. Destruction is eternal, the fire will not be quenched. The teaching of 'Immortality of the soul' comes from Babylon, the idea of...

December 25 2014 2 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Should a Christian play realistic looking warfare games?

If they are all right to play, how much is too much? When does it become unedifying or an addiction?

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Answer by Steve Nearman , A sinner saved by grace. Fredericksburg, VA

What does it mean to be 'born of water and the Spirit'?

The Lord is telling Nicodemus he needs a second birth, being born again, to be able to enter God’s kingdom. The first birth was his physical birth, coming...

December 25 2014 19 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?

December 25 2014

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Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?

December 25 2014

Answer by Kerry Reed

What is the difference between faith and hope?

Hebrews 11:1King James Version 11 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Romans 8 24 For we are saved by hope: but...

December 25 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jean Email , Believer

Is it wrong to be angry with God?

Answering this question not as a teacher but from personal experience, I never hide my emotions from the LORD. That is the advantage of having a personal...

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Answer by Philip Davies

What does the Bible say about oral sex?

Oral sex is not a sin. Let's be clear about that. The Bible tells us that sins only happen when you break one of God's laws. If there is no law against...

December 25 2014 4 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kenneth Heck

What is the difference between "The law of Moses" and the "The ten commandments of God"?

The Law of Moses includes the Ten Commandments among all the 612 laws given on Mount Sinai. Only the Ten Commandments were written on stone; of the remaining...

December 25 2014 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Leon Penny , Minister, Retired medical practioner. Special interest in

If adultery is a sin, then why is it a blessing for a single-mother to have a child?

As you know adultery is a sin. I believe that adultery does not apply here; in that you are asking about having a child out of wedlock. First, the sin is how...

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

Is war in this day and age justified?

Sad to say, but the practice of war is not condemned in the Bible. Deadly violence, beginning with Abel and Cain in Genesis, is found throughout the Bible,...

December 25 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Thomas K M , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

What is the difference between faith and hope?

Faith and hope are closely inter-linked and cannot be separated. Firstly the difference is with regard to their source. Faith originates in the understanding...

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

Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?

On this question, the answer becomes understandable after addressing the confusion that arises from what one understands about: 1.What salvation is and from...

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

How does one repent of adultery when they have married a divorced person?

Some may argue that there are few places in life as miserable and unhappy as a broken marriage, (for whatever reason - infidelity, violence, alcohol, drugs,...

December 25 2014 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Philip Davies

Does the Bible say anything about wearing robes, for pastors or priests?

Sometimes people in religious positions like to dress in order to impress others with their importance. Some Christian traditions have very fine and imposing...

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Answer by Bryan Myers , Minister of the Body of Christ

What is the difference between a Jew and a Samaritan?

Jew is a term that came into use in reference to the kingdom of Judah. Samaritans were a mixed race people. During the time of the divided kingdoms, parts of...

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Answer by Debora Salmon

What is the difference between faith and hope?

When I was going through a very difficult season friends would often say, " I hope things get better." While that is a nice sentiment what I really needed to...

December 25 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Philip Davies

Is it important to know Greek and Hebrew when studying the Bible?

Yes, it is important to know Greek and Hebrew when studying the Bible in detail. We need to remember that no translation is inspired, and there is no...

December 25 2014 2 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Should believers be concerned if they are elected?

2 Peter 1:10 says, "Therefore, my brothers, be all the more eager to make your calling and election sure" (NIV). This is a command, so I think we can be...

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Answer by Thomas K M , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

What are the factors which make man special from all the other creatures?

Creation of man by God was unique and different from other creation. All creation other than man was done by God through the Word. But the creation of man...

December 25 2014 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What does it mean to have faith in Jesus?

Many people speak about "having faith in Jesus," but what exactly does this mean?The Bible uses the phrase "faith in Jesus"synonymouslywith belief in Jesus...

December 25 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean to have faith in Jesus?

A promise has to be made before one can have faith in the person who promised. To have faith in Jesus is to believe in him that he can deliver whatever he...

December 25 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up