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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What was the significance of the rebellion of Korah?

The story of the rebellion of Korah is recorded in Numbers 16. The rebellion of Korah demonstrates the grim consequences of usurping the authority of God and...

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Why do Christians worship on Sunday?

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What is the difference between tithes and offerings?

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What does the Bible say about being a Christian husband?

July 02 2014

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How can I forgive someone who continues to wrong me without remorse?

I forgave this person, a family member, a long time ago. I'm almost forgetting about it. But lately he contacts me everyday, asking to buy him a house for re...

Matthew 5:44

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

Why does the Catholic Catechism omit commandment #2 (You shall not make idols) and split #10 (You shall not covet your neighbor's belongings) into two, making them #9 and #10?

First of all, the Catholics didn't omit commandment #2 (You shall not make idols). The prohibition on images is listed together with commandment #1. It is...

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Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Why do most Christians meet together for fellowship, study, and worship on Sunday?

Exodus 20:8-11 states that we should "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy." There is no question that Saturday is the Sabbath day. Jesus spent his...

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Answer by Rosalyn Windham

Should we tithe off our gross or net income?

We should not pour new wine into old wine skins. Jesus did not come to abolish the law. Why? Because there was no reason to. You can knock yourself out...

July 02 2014 2 Comments 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Debra Chiappetta , Retired

What churches are the most liberal?

not sure if your goal is to go to liberal churches or to avoid them. For The question what churches are the most "liberal", some people may think the...

July 01 2014 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What did Jesus mean by "I will give you rest" in Matthew 11:28?

"O Lord, open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in Your Law" (Psa 119:18) The Old Testament and the New Testament are the two lips of God to speak to...

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Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What does the Bible say about eating food/meat that has been sacrificed to idols?

Over 80% of Indians worship idols. Christians are hardly 3.5% there. We are constantly challenged to befriend the non-Christians, especially the Hindus who...

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Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

Why did God prohibit eating meat with blood in it?

The flesh of swine was forbidden under the dietary regulations of the Mosaic law (Lev 11:7,8). The Jews therefore considered eating of pork as ceremonially...

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Answer by Daniel Carlson , Pastor of the Community Bible Church in Aguila, Arizona

Will there be a second chance for salvation after death?

(6/28/14) Heb. 9:27 “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment,” is often taken as a hard-and-fast rule. But the Bible witness...

July 01 2014 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by vanessa pannuti

Why does the Catholic Catechism omit commandment #2 (You shall not make idols) and split #10 (You shall not covet your neighbor's belongings) into two, making them #9 and #10?

I was born in Italy and attended a Catholic School, I was told the second commandment is merged with the first because "You shall not have any other gods...

July 01 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by carrie p

What should be the response of a Christian whose spouse has had an affair?

I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another woman commits adultery." Matthew 19:9 Now Jesus is not saying...

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Answer by Bryan Naidoo , founder and senior pastor of The Upper-Room Church

Do angels have free will?

This subject has and will always be in the mind of scholars and theologians. Regarding answers to these types of questions, I believe we will only touch the...

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Answer by Flora Obewo

Is Jesus' statement that He was "I am" even before Abraham in John 8:58 evidence of His preexistence in the Godhead?

I am of the opinion that Jesus was at the meeting when God said in Gen 1:26 let us create man in our image, in our likeness......... With this understanding,...

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What does it mean that "you shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead"?

July 01 2014

Question by Mauricio López

What did Jesus mean when He said, "Your father Abraham rejoiced to see my day; and he saw it and was glad"?

Does this mean Abraham "saw" this in his own time while he was still alive and on the earth, or did He mean that Abraham had seen Jesus in heaven? Or did Jes...

John 8:56

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What was the biblical role of the high priest?

The high priest was the supreme religious leader of the Israelites. The office of the high priest was hereditary and was traced from Aaron, the brother of...

July 01 2014 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bill Gillan , Father of 4 and have an amazing wife

How can I get the attention of my parents, whom I love so much?

Hi Jack. I agree with Emo but just want to add a bit more if I may. Firstly don't be sorry for posting your question. We are called to love and come along...

July 01 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Which of the 30,000 Protestant denominations is the true church of God?

Call it a branch, religion, grouping, any of such is as applicable to me as it is in line with the word of God. Equally so, Church history should be as good...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

Is Jesus' statement that He was "I am" even before Abraham in John 8:58 evidence of His preexistence in the Godhead?

Yes, the "I AM" statements by Jesus were claims to His Divinity. The Pharisees understood what Jesus meant when He said that which is why you see them...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What age was Jehoiachin when he began his reign?

Second Kings 24:8 declares, "Jehoiachin was 18 years old when he began to reign," while 2 Chronicles 36:9 says, "Jehoiachin was 8 years old when he began to...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What age was Jehoiachin when he began his reign?

Second Kings 24:8 declares, "Jehoiachin was 18 years old when he began to reign," while 2 Chronicles 36:9 says, "Jehoiachin was 8 years old when he began to...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the gospel of inclusion?

The gospel of inclusion is simply the old heresy of universalism re-packaged and given a new name. Universalism is the belief that all people will eventually...

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What is the key to truly experiencing God?

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How can I justify evolution of man with God creating man?

July 01 2014

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

How can I get the attention of my parents, whom I love so much?

I personally recommend the direct, honest approach. With your mum say something like "I want to spend more time with you because I miss that time we used to...

July 01 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by David Robinson , Army 1SG, firefighter, consultant (CFPS) - retired from all!

Who were the deacons named in the New Testament, if there were any who were named?

Most scholars agree that the concept of the position of deacon was first modeled in the early church in Jerusalem as recorded in Acts 6:1-7. Although the...

July 01 2014 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What was early Christianity like?

The question is: What was early Christianity like? It was nothing like what Christendom presents today as the gospel. If the apostle Paul went in to a church...

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

Are the miraculous gifts of the Spirit for today?

The miraculous gifts of the Spirit are for every age. Christians need these gifts and we never stopped praying for these gifts. Pope John XXIII prayed in...

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Question by George Adams , Prime Minister

Should a Christian eat medium-rare meat?

Leviticus 1:1 - 17

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What is the age of the earth? How old is the earth?

July 01 2014

Answer by Laura Nelson

How can I get the attention of my parents, whom I love so much?

First, I'm happy for you, that you care about your parents and that they matter to you. Pray for all of them to know Jesus Christ in a life saving and life...

June 30 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by T. Goforth

Why pray? What is the point of prayer when God knows the future and is already in control of everything. If we cannot change God's mind, why should we pray?

God asks us to pray because when we do we ACKNOWLEDGE Him. "In all your ways acknowledge him..." (Proverbs 3:6) This is an invitation to ask him to work in...

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Answer by Frank Scimeca

How can I get the attention of my parents, whom I love so much?

Jack. So sorry to hear that your heart grieves for more attention from your parents. I can tell that you are a sensitive person as you even apologize for...

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

What should we learn from the life of Joseph?

We can learn a number of life lessons from the life of Joseph. First his dreams teach us that no matter what circumstances we go through in life, God's...

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Answer by Judith Tungwarara , former pa secretary, hair stylist, Pastor!

Is public confession necessary for salvation?

In Mathew 12v37 the bible teaches us of the power behind words! The confession that Romans 10v9 is talking about, is a confession that comes with deep...

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Answer by Robert Pittman

How can I get the attention of my parents, whom I love so much?

I would say, (from my experience) to pray over and over until God moves in your stepfather's life. I believe your mom will follow him. The way to reach...

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Answer by Robert Pittman

Who is the Spirit of Truth that Jesus spoke of who will guide us in all things and know all things? Islamic scholars claim this is the prophet Mohamed.

The spirit of truth is the Holy Ghost spoken of in acts 2:38 In St. John 14 1-3 Jesus was comforting the disciples telling then about a comforter to come....

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Answer by Stacey Lawrence , Wife, Mother, Church Secretary, Factory Worker ( for now)

Should a Christian woman wear a bikini?

I have never felt comfortable in a bikini because in my opinion it's no different than walking around in your underwear! I would feel very uncomfortable on...

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Answer by Maryann Pope

Is there a "purification" fire in Hell, in order to restore all things to God that all might be saved?

God is love but he is also just and that is why He gives everyone the opportunity to receive Him. This is on earth through His children. If a person doesn't...

June 30 2014 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Esther Martinez

Is Jesus' statement that He was "I am" even before Abraham in John 8:58 evidence of His preexistence in the Godhead?

58 Jesus said to them, "Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am."

John 8:58

June 30 2014 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Neal Pyle

Why do some people support homosexuality?

The second commandment states that you should not commit idolatry. I believe that we as humans have a way of creating a god in our mind that we are...

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

Does the Bible say the fallen angels were called "The Watchers"?

The Bible, at times, calls angels "watchers". (Daniel 4:13) English Standard Version “I saw in the visions of my head as I lay in bed, and behold, a watcher,...

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