Why did Jehu destroy the Baal worship in Israel but not the worship of golden calves?
Jehu was anointed by the prophet Elijah as king over Israel in place of the evil Ahab. This took place as part of the judgment on Ahab for his worship of...
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Where was Jesus born?
The Bible chronicles Jesus Christ's birth in Matthew 1:18-25; 2:1-12; Luke 1:26-38; and 2:1-20. At the time of Mary's pregnancy, a decree by Caesar Augustus...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean that our citizenship is in heaven?
A citizen is a person who legally belongs to a country and has the rights and protection of that country. Citizens adopt the culture and practices of the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does 2 Timothy 4:3 mean by itching ears?
The apostle Paul wrote a warning for the church: "The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who was King Josiah in the Bible?
Josiah was the king of Judah from approximately 640 to 609 B.C. His reign in Jerusalem is discussed in 2 Kings 22-23 and 2 Chronicles 34-35. Josiah was the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What was the school of prophets?
The Old Testament mentions a school of prophets in 1 Samuel 19:18-24 and in 2 Kings 2 and 4:38-44 (some translations say "company of prophets" or "sons of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What are the Synoptic Gospels?
The Synoptic Gospels are the first three books of the New Testament, Matthew, Mark, and Luke. These three books plus John are called the "Gospels" because...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Why did Elisha request a double portion of your spirit from Elijah?
The idea of a double portion in the Bible is one of a double blessing. It was typically used in the Old Testament to refer to the birthright, or the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What was the significance of the altar King Ahaz built?
Second Kings 16 describes the reign of King Ahaz in Judah. During his reign, he went to Damascus to meet Tiglath-pileser, king of Assyria (verse 10). While...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the story of Elisha and the Shunammite woman?
Second Kings 4 records the account of Elisha and the Shunammite woman. The woman is described as a wealthy married woman in the village of Shunem. She had no...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Ten Minas?
Christ uses the Parable of the Ten Minas in Luke 19:11-27 to teach about the coming kingdom of God on earth. The occasion of the parable is Jesus' final trip...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the origin and meaning of the pentagram?
The pentagram has been used as a religious symbol throughout the world from the beginning of recorded history. The most basic pentagram is simply a...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why should I believe the Bible?
The Bible makes claims about the creation of the universe, the nature of the God who created the universe and reigns supremely over it, and the fate of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is Old Testament theology?
Old Testament theology is what God has revealed about Himself in the Old Testament. The system of Old Testament theology takes the various truths that the...
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Who are the Jehovah's Witnesses and what are their beliefs?
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Where is heaven? What is the location of heaven?
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What is the Apostles' Creed?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Who was Asherah?
Asherah, or Ashtoreth, was the name of the chief female deity worshiped in ancient Syria, Phoenicia, and Canaan. The Phoenicians called her Astarte, the...
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Ed Smith
, Retired teacher
Does 1 John 5:18 mean that we will no longer be able to sin?
It helps to look at all of what John said about the Christian sinning. Look particularly at 1 John 1:8: "If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves,...
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vanessa pannuti
Is it better to see a mentor or a psychiatrist for raising self-esteem?
I think Romans 12:3-8 should answer your question. Without thinking too highly of yourself, you must identify the gift and the skills that have been given to...
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Susan Maree Jeavons
, Poet, Widow, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother
Can a Christian lose salvation?
I am studying the Geneva Bible and the KJV. I believe the answers lie in Ephesians 2:8-101599 Geneva Bible (GNV). 8 For by [a]grace are ye saved through...
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Georg Kouz
Why does it seem some verses in different Bible versions do not agree with each other?
For example, 2 JOHN 1:7 This is how this verse reads in different versions: Christ as coming in the flesh (NIV) Jesus Christ came in a real body (NLT) Th...
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Steven Scott
, Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry
Should a Christian celebrate Hanukkah (Christmaskah)?
I think that Hanukkah is the celebration of a THING (the miracle of the lights), so it should NOT be celebrated. Rather we should celebrate Christmas, which...
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How should a Christian view politics?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is an African-American holiday created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chair of African Studies at California State University, Long...
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Steven Scott
, Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry
What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?
Maulana Ron Karenga, {born Ronald McKinley Everett on July 14. 1941}, created Kwanzaa in 1966 as the first specifically African American holiday. Karenga...
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Andrew Knight
Where are scriptures on the Holy Spirit outpouring?
Acts 2 takes place on the day of Pentecost. There were gathered with the apostles women and brethren, in total about 120 (Acts 1:14-15). The bible says they...
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What is Swedenborgianism?
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What is religiosity?
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Andrew Knight
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
Yes we can lose our salvation, by 'falling away', or turning away from God. God always says as long has you keep my commandments I will keep you. There is no...
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Mike Dumais
Was Saint Peter the first Pope?
The Bible is written with many levels of meaning, in double entendres, many times triple and more entendres. “Be to me a rock of refuge, to which I may...
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Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
What was the counsel of Ahithophel?
Ahithopel served as the revered and respected counselor to both David and Absalom. He was loyal to David until he believed it was prudent to abandon him and...
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George Delmindo
What is the true gospel?
God the Father had promised to send a messenger into this world from heaven, bearing a message from Him. God had promised that in Mal 3:1, "Behold, I will...
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Anonymous
What was the counsel of Ahithophel?
Ahithophel counselled David and Absalom.
2 Samuel 16:1 - 23
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Ben Amanambu
, Engineer,estate developer, pastor,hospital chapel Abuja nig.
What are the essentials of the gospel message?
What are the essentials of the gospel message? The gospel is called the good news. Why is it called the good news? It is good news to know that someone who...
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Ben Amanambu
, Engineer,estate developer, pastor,hospital chapel Abuja nig.
Who is Benny Hinn and are his teachings Biblical?
Is Benny Hinn a christian? First, let me state that a christian is someone who has accepted Jesus Christ as personal lord and savior....the order is...
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Holuwadamilarey Hardeloye
, BIBLE STUDENT
Are we born sinful?
Of course, yes. We are born sinful. The Bible confirms this explicitly. It says in Psalm 51:5 that "Behold, I was sharpen in iniquity, and in sin did my...
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JD Abshire
Are we born sinful?
The Psalmist also wrote in 51:5 "Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me." I believe this verse teaches that the sin nature is...
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Bill Gillan
, Father of 4 and have an amazing wife
What do I do while I wait for God to heal my marriage?
Hi. I don't know what the issues are, how they have arisen and from which side they have arisen. Jackie is right that you should keep on praying. I would...
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Ed Smith
, Retired teacher
Where are scriptures on the Holy Spirit outpouring?
In John 14, we learn that the Holy Spirit was promised to only the apostles. Then in Acts 1-2, if you study the nouns and pronouns you learn that the...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
How can I become more Christlike?
The Bible clearly states that those whom God has called He has also foreordained that they should be conformed to the image and likeness of His Son. This...
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JD Abshire
Was Jesus King from birth?
In 1 Samuel 1:3 God is referred to for the first time as “Lord of hosts”, literally YHWH or Yahweh of armies. This name/title is repeated some 270 times in...
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How is holiness compared and contrasted with righteousness?
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Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
What can I do to ensure that my children go to heaven?
Nothing! Jesus said that the meek shall inherit this earth. You do not go to heaven when you die, you go to the grave [hades, sheol]. You remain there until...
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Carrie West
What do I do while I wait for God to heal my marriage?
I pray every day for God to take my husband. I place him in God's hands. I pray for God to help me let go and not be critical or question too much. Basically...
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Daniel King
What can I do to ensure that my children go to heaven?
Proverbs 22:6 (KJV) "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." You need to teach your children about God's...
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JD Abshire
How can I bring my husband and children to God and help them understand his promises and eternal love?
1 Peter 3:1 "Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to your own husbands; that, if any obey not the word, they also may without the word be won by the...
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Steve Schneider
, Deacon in The Lord's Church
When a divorced person asks for forgiveness, is s/he simply forgiven, or does s/he have to make amends?
Jesus said in Matt 19:4-12 that divorce is only permissible in the case of adultery and whoever marries someone that is divorced for any reason other than...