Why are Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke so different?
There are good and interesting answers here regarding the "legal" and "biological" lineages. Mr. Houdmann speaks of the unusual situation of counting the...
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Why are Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke so different?
From the Jewish viewpoint, Jesus was the adopted son of Joseph and his genealogy is shown in Matthew 1. But Jesus’ claim to the throne of David (Luke 1:32)...
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Who was Flavius Josephus?
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Susan Maree Jeavons
, Poet, Widow, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother
What does the Bible say about raising children?
Deuteronomy 6:7-9 Teaches us to be good examples for our children, by teaching them the ways of the Lord. Teach them the word of the Lord, what sin is, and...
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Doreen Lovell
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Is Isaiah 7:14 a double prophecy, speaking of Isaiah's son and also prophetic concerning Christ's birth?
Is.7:14, "The Lord (Adonai) himself shall give you a sign; Behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." Isaiah was...
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Emo Tenorio
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What is the purpose of miracles?
In my humble opinion and simply stated, miracles are a cosmic love letter from God written during our short stage time (life) on this sphere, considering...
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Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
Is Isaiah 7:14 a double prophecy, speaking of Isaiah's son and also prophetic concerning Christ's birth?
Is Isaiah 7:14 a double prophecy, speaking of Isaiah's son and also prophetic concerning Christ's birth? Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give...
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Why was Abraham promised land that belonged to others?
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Should Christian women wear pants?
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Asfaw Ayele
Why did Jesus say "if your hand or foot causes you to sin, cut it off and cast it from you"?
In the Sabbath Day, anyone should stop/ cease doing his own work and come to rest completely. Unless one was condemned to death. Jesus is saying that no one...
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Cindy Jennings
, Disciple
Does the First Resurrection take place in 'stages'?
The "resurrections" refer not to quantity but who participates in them. Rev 20:5. The "first resurrection" is the resurrection of life (John 5:29, Acts...
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Bre Goss
, Christian Life Coach
Why did Jesus say "if your hand or foot causes you to sin, cut it off and cast it from you"?
This is a good question and it is important to note that Jesus used hyperbole, or extreme language, to describe our distance from him and His righteousness,...
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Should a Christian join a fraternity / sorority?
In this article on whether a Christian should join fraternities / sororities, we are giving possible issues. We are not saying that all fraternities /...
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kennith burkett
, preacher,teacher & 40yr. student of the bible,
Is Jesus God? Did Jesus ever claim to be God?
Yes, in many places, one in John 8:58; &38, ch. 14:8-10, ch.20:24-29, in the 20th ch. Of John 28v. Thomas addresses him as God. In the 29th verse Jesus...
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Jason Dyck
Does God exist? Is there evidence for the existence of God?
I see that God is real in the things around us, nature, music, art, family, relationships, in the order of things, the pure yet sin-adulterated laws of...
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Why was Abraham promised land that belonged to others?
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Why was Abraham promised land that belonged to others?
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What does the Bible say about confession of sin to a priest?
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What does the bible say about young people having sex or stripping in front of each other?
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Why did God choose Israel to be His chosen people?
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Who was Joseph Smith?
Joseph Smith is widely known as the founder of the Mormon Church, also known as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Joseph Smith from an early...
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Should we tithe off our gross or net income?
Paying tithe is an important matter. It's an acknowledgment that God owns everything, including our finances. I started paying tithe off my net income. Later...
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What does the Bible say about homosexuality? Is homosexuality a sin?
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Emo Tenorio
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Where is Jesus alluded to or mentioned in Genesis?
I humbly submit the clearest mention of the Lord Jesus is found in the meeting between Abram (later, Abraham) and a personage who was both king and priest of...
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Why are Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke so different?
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Is Isaiah 7:14 a double prophecy, speaking of Isaiah's son and also prophetic concerning Christ's birth?
The context seems to concern Isaiah's son but what about the virgin birth?
Isaiah 7:1 - 25
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Ed Smith
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What is the purpose of miracles?
The purpose of Jesus' miracles was so that He could be recognized as the Christ (John 20:30-31). The purpose of Apostles' miracles was to prove their...
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Lynn Willis
, Obedient Daughter of the High King of the Universe
How is healing by medicine different than healing by a miracle?
I have pondered this question for a couple of days now and offer solely my personal faith based perspective herein. Having just had a first time, 10 day...
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Faustino Ngombo
, Bible/Theology student; IT Technician
What does "with the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day" mean in context?
First, it is important to understand the context, as you well asked: - In this verse, or in the context, the apostle Peter was addressing the saints to whom...
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Faustino Ngombo
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What does "with the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day" mean in context?
First, it is important to understand the context, as you well asked: - In this verse, or in the context, the apostle Peter was addressing the saints to whom...
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What are some flaws in the theory of evolution?
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Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
What is pre-evangelism?
Pre-evangelism to me was the preparation to share the gospel of Jesus Christ by studying Jesus's life through the Bible to be more like Him and, asking the...
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Rev. Calvin Banks
Why should I not commit suicide?
Simply put, you should not commit suicide because it is against the will of God. God knows all things, so He knows what you are going through at this very...
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What is spiritual abuse? Is it abuse if spouses disagree with each others religious beliefs?
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Why did Judas betray Jesus?
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When God flooded the earth, was the Garden of Eden also destroyed?
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Why do Catholics believe that Mary's parents were Anna and Joachim?
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If God is all-powerful, why does He not just kill Satan?
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What is spiritual abuse? Is it abuse if spouses disagree with each others religious beliefs?
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Connie Knight
What exactly does the phrase mean, "No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper."?
My opinion is that this passage refers to the spread of the Gospel to the Gentiles. The Jewish nation had not lived up to expectations that God had for them...
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Brian Ansell
, Retired school teacher, now sell homemprovements i
What does the Bible say about our good works leading to success?
It all depends what you call "good" and what you count as "success." I see success as doing my best to help others. Others see success as being recognized...