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  1. Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?
  2. What does this verse mean that even the demons believe in Jesus (James 2:19)?
  3. Why did they write God's name on their hands (Isaiah 44:3)?
  4. Will the Jews have another chance to accept Jesus as their Messiah when He returns?
  5. How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?
  6. How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?
  7. Is it right for a Christian nation to strong arm another country to carry its Christian values?
  8. Can you suggest a Bible verse for someone who has been wronged and is struggling with feelings of revenge?
  9. How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'
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Answer by Dan Rivers , Christian, Husband, Grandfather, Son, AT&T retiree

In John 15, the story of the vine and the branches, is Jesus saying that a truly born again child of God can be cut off and burned?

No I don't believe that the branches that are cut off and burned are those representing born again children of God. The ones that are cut off and burned are...

November 04 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Cindy Jennings , Disciple

Why didn't Jesus remain on Earth instead of going to Heaven?

Jesus came for one purpose--to die for the redemption of man. On the cross, He said, "It is finished." That was His mission and it was finished at His death....

November 04 2014 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lena Wms , Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer

Does the Bible marginalize women?

I am in total agreement with the first answer, Sister in Christ, Jennifer Goss. I would like to add one thing. The mutual basis for the common negative views...

November 04 2014 2 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Is it ok for Christians to keep a nativity set, angel decor, or other decorations that are images of things on earth or heaven?

Do decorations, statues, icons, etc., such as those made for holidays, classify as graven images 'made of things in heaven and on earth'?

Exodus 20:4

2 Votes November 04 2014 1 Comment 6 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

Did God or Satan make David take a census?

Did God or Satan make David take a census? 2 Samuel 24:1 says God made David take a census. 1 Chronicles 21:1 says that Satan made David take a census This...

November 04 2014 2 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Doreen Lovell , Evangelist and Prayer Intercessor

In John 15, the story of the vine and the branches, is Jesus saying that a truly born again child of God can be cut off and burned?

John 15 The Vine And The Branch Here Yeshua (Jesus) explains the divine –human relationship by the analogy of a grapevine. He is like the main vine and the...

November 04 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What does it mean that Jesus died for our sins?

When Jesus willingly gave himself up to be crucified he was obediently following the will of his God and his Father. When he died he became a sinless...

November 04 2014 3 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

In Matthew 26, did Judas receive the bread and wine with Jesus and the other disciples?

Judas was present to celebrate the passover, and then was dismissed prior to Jesus instituting the Lord's eventing meal. Last Night With Jesus: In spite of...

November 04 2014 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

Why was God so forgiving of David for his many sins?

Question: "Why was God so forgiving of David for his many sins?" Because David acknowledged his sin and repented. Psalms 51:1 [To the chief Musician, A Psalm...

November 04 2014 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Rik Harmon

Is Halloween Pagan in practice or origin?

Halloween is Pagan in origin. But, honestly, all celebrations have their roots in paganism. This includes Christmas, Easter, and the others. All Saints Day...

November 04 2014 3 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Adewale Ademola

Did Jesus heal anybody in Nazareth?

3 Votes November 04 2014 Follow Vote Up

Question by Danny Monteagudo

Do 2 Samuel 24:1 and 1 Chronicles 21:1 contradict?

I understand the explanation that God sometimes gives satan permission to do something, but in this case, I see that it is not the answer. 2 Sam. 24:1: And...

1 Chronicles 21:1

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Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

Why did Jesus appear in a special way to Mary Magdalene and no others at the tomb?

Early in the morning on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and other women went to the tomb with spices to treat Jesus’ body. Upon finding the tomb...

November 04 2014 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Samantha Garro

In John 15, the story of the vine and the branches, is Jesus saying that a truly born again child of God can be cut off and burned?

The way I see it, Jesus said that if we remain in him, we will not be cut off and burned. We may be pruned, yes, to get rid of things that are not good for...

November 04 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Is Halloween Pagan in practice or origin?

November 04 2014

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Who is Allah?

November 04 2014

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Does the Bible marginalize women?

No, the Bible does not treat woman as either insignificant, peripheral, or unimportant. Here are just some of the many ways that the scriptures show women:...

November 03 2014 2 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What makes Christianity unique?

It is unique because of one vision: the new creation, the kingdom of God. In Genesis, after non-living things like the planets were created, the plant...

November 03 2014 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by robert click

Why does God ask Christians to stand firm, pray against, even cast off demons - rather than not allowing the demons to act?

This is because God gave all authority on earth to man. So because God is Righteous He can not break His own laws. Therefore He can only act on earth if and...

November 03 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Elisabeth Woltman

In John 15, the story of the vine and the branches, is Jesus saying that a truly born again child of God can be cut off and burned?

My understanding of this verse is that Jesus is the vine, vine that provides life to the branches. If anyone chooses to reject Him, the living water is cut...

November 03 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kathy Brundidge , church of Christ

Why did God give us four Gospels?

Matthew, Mark, Luke and John do not, I repeat, do not add up to four gospels. These four writers wrote four different personal accounts of the life of Jesus...

November 03 2014 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Chris Eleam , Chris Eleam

Who/What is the greatest adversary of mankind?

Enemies of God. Since that time Satan has been the chief enemy of God. (Mt 13:25, 39) He has exercised influence over mankind, and they have yielded to that...

November 03 2014 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Is Halloween Pagan in practice or origin?

November 03 2014

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Could Calvinism be a stumbling block to the spread of the gospel of Christ?

November 03 2014

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What did Jesus mean when He said 'I AM'?

November 03 2014

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Does the Bible teach geocentrism?

November 03 2014

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Does the Bible teach situational ethics?

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What does the Bible say about selfishness?

November 03 2014

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What does the Bible say about the possibility of Bigfoot/Sasquatch?

November 03 2014

Question by Gary Creel

How does faith differ from wishful thinking?

Is faith based on any type of proof, knowledge, or reason to trust? Or, is it subjective hope and wishful thinking?

Hebrews 11:1

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Answer by Chad Martin

Why was God so forgiving of David for his many sins?

Because David is a great example of the long suffering and forgiveness of God. Faith is what God accounts as righteousness to anyone who believes. If God...

November 03 2014 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the ontological Trinity?

In their discussion of the Trinity, theologians have developed a number of terms to help explain, as precisely as possible, what God is like. When someone...

November 03 2014 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Sung Park , Father to 4 Boys & "Assiduous Contemplater" of the Word

Did Jesus ever refuse to help anyone who truly needed it?

Yes and no. It depends on how you define "need". Jesus was constantly rejecting the felt-needs of the people. While he healed many, Jesus left behind a crowd...

November 03 2014 3 Comments Follow Vote Up

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How does 2 Thessalonians 3:10 relate to Christians living off of the public safety net (social welfare)?

November 03 2014

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Do we now have to keep the sabbath?

November 03 2014

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Where is the first recorded "sin offering" in the Bible and who instituted it?

November 03 2014

Answer by Bob Davidson

Is there any power in positive thinking?

I still feel that Dr. Peale was correct in what he was saying. It is not that our thoughts can create results as much as it is that they allow certain...

November 03 2014 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JOAOZINHO da S. F. MARTINS

What is the difference between microevolution and macroevolution?

S. Michael Houdman, in a very simple layman’s language, explains it very well: the difference between ‘microevolution’ and ‘macroevolution’. With this...

November 03 2014 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Paul Ahern

Where is the first recorded "sin offering" in the Bible and who instituted it?

Lev 8 Moses under the command of God. 1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, 2 Take Aaron and his sons with him, and the garments, and the anointing oil,...

November 03 2014 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Steve Nearman , A sinner saved by grace. Luther Oklahoma

Is God going to create a new world? If so why?

The current earth was once destroyed by water, which God promised he would not do again (with water), giving us the rainbow as a sign of this promise....

November 03 2014 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Steve Nearman , A sinner saved by grace. Luther Oklahoma

Where is the first recorded "sin offering" in the Bible and who instituted it?

The first offering for sin was in the garden and instituted by God. Gen. 3:21 "Also for Adam and his wife the LORD God made tunics of skin, and clothed...

November 02 2014 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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