Is it possible that more books could be added to the Bible?
In the first century, the Bible contained only 46 books, the books of the Jewish Bible, our Old Testament books. In the year 397AD, during the councils of...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Are many practices and traditions in Christianity actually pagan in origin?
As a Catholic, I have to be honest and admit that many of the beautiful traditions of the Church have pagan origins, e.g. Christmas, Easter, etc. And because...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Is sex a sin?
Sex, in its proper context, that is marriage, is not a sin. In fact, it is unitive and procreative. Sex, outside marriage, is a sin. This includes...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
If Jesus was God, why did He not know when He would return?
I believe that Jesus as God the Son, being full of all divine essence other than the glory of God that He temporarily forfeited, knew of the day and the hour...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Is fasting only food?
The question as to whether fasting is only food brings into focus the types of fasts that are contemplated in Scripture. The Bible does not prescribe any...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Does the Bible teach that life begins at conception?
Whereas in the line of human thought life begins at conception, the Bible does show that life in God's divine omniscience was foreknown even before...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What does the Bible say about spiritual warfare?
Ephesians 6:12-18 gives a good description of spiritual warfare and the relevant warfare tools. The first armor is the belt of truth that protects the loins...
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Rev. Calvin Banks
After His resurrection, why did Jesus tell Mary not to touch Him, but later tell Thomas to touch Him?
17 Jesus said to her, "Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, 'I am ascending to my Father and...
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Timothy Baird
Why is circumcision only for the males? Why is it done on the male reproductive organ?
To understand the significance of the sign of circumcision we need to understand what comes before it in Scripture. Overall, the Bible, both Old and New...
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Timothy Baird
Why is circumcision only for the males? Why is it done on the male reproductive organ?
To understand the significance of the sign of circumcision we need to understand what comes before it in Scripture. Overall, the Bible, both Old and New...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What can we learn from the thief on the cross?
When seeking what we can learn from the thief on the cross, it should be remembered that at the time of Jesus' crucifixion, two thieves were crucified beside...
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How can I avoid being a doubting Thomas?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is a true Christian?
According to Acts 11:26, the followers of Jesus were first called Christians at Antioch. Why were they called Christians? Because they were "followers of...
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Should we give gifts at Christmas?
There is not a "Should" or a "Should not" that scripture specifically states on this matter. It is up to your own conscience and the convicting of the Holy...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What are the responsibilities of deacons in the church?
n the New Testament, the word usually translated "serve" is the Greek word diakoneo, which literally means "through the dirt." It refers to an attendant, a...
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Is there any validity to the Zeitgeist movie?
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What is the meaning of BC and AD (B.C. and A.D.)?
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What is spiritual maturity? How can I become more spiritually mature?
WHAT IS SPIRITUAL MATURITY? HOW CAN I BECOME MORE SPIRITUALLY MATURE? By Ezekiel Kimosop There is no express biblical definition for spiritual maturity but a...
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Cliff Makura
Who is Midian?
"Now Abraham took another wife, [a]whose name was Keturah. 2 She bore to him Zimran and Jokshan and Medan and Midian and Ishbak and Shuah."
Genesis 25:1 - 2
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George Lira
How appropriate/effective would it be to use the colorful language of gangster type youth while trying to reach them with the gospel?
Why do we as Christians have to change in order to witness to young people or "gang members?" I work with gang members everyday and they know I'm a Pastor...
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Vivian McLemore
Why did Jesus call the Canaanite woman a dog?
Jesus departed into the coasts of Tyre and Sidon. Jesus was approached by the woman of Canaan. This woman was a Gentile and descended from the Canaanites who...
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Mahima Parimi
Is sex a sin?
I don't want to confuse you (Christians who just started the faith) so I'm going to get straight to the point and answer this question. God said sex after...
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Judith Tungwarara
, former pa secretary, hair stylist, Pastor!
Why are there so many fake Christians?
It's a sign of end times. Jesus said, "In the last days many will come in my name and say I am he, but do not believe them!" It must not surprise us that...
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
When Moses says his lips are uncircumcised, what does he mean?
Ex 6: 12 says, "Moses spake before the Lord, saying, Behold, the children of Israel have not hearkened unto me; how then shall Pharaoh hear me?" It is one of...
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Selva Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
Who are the people standing on the sea of glass in Revelations 15?
" I saw as it were a sea of glass mingled with fire:and them that had gotten the victory over the beast, and over his image, and over his mark, and over the...
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
What does it mean that the Bible is inspired?
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. 2 Tim 3:16 The...
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
Are the statues of the Virgin Mary crying real?
Mary said, "My soul magnifies the Lord" (Lk 1:46). The entire song of Mary in Luke 1:46-55 is one of worship and praise. She worshipped God "in spirit" (v...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Is it possible that more books could be added to the Bible?
There is no reason to believe that God would present further revelation to add to His Word. The Bible begins with the very beginning of humanity"Genesis"and...
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What is a chakra?
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Jennifer Henkel
, Bible/History Middle School Teacher, Lover of the OT!
Why did God accept Abel's offering but reject Cain's offering? Why did Cain then kill Abel?
We agree that the Bible is the story of man's creation, fall from grace, and redemption by God's son, Jesus Christ. Therefore, the Old Testament gives us...
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Should we give gifts at Christmas?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is new covenant theology?
New covenant theology is best described as a hermeneutical principle, or an interpretative grid through which one reads and interprets the Scriptures. As a...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is narrative theology?
Narrative theology, or what is sometimes called "post-liberal" theology, was developed during the last half of the twentieth century. It was inspired by a...
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What does it mean that love does not boast?
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What do the seven churches in Revelation stand for?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is cross theology / theology of the cross?
The theology of the cross, or theologia crucis, is a term coined by the German theologian Martin Luther to refer to the belief that the cross is the only...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What does it mean that love always trusts?
In 1 Corinthians 13:7, we see that love is more than an abstraction or ideal; it is action. Four specific actions are "always" performed by true love, and...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Why was a burial place so important in the Bible?
In Genesis 49:29-32, we read Jacob's instructions about his burial place: "I am to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in...
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Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
How appropriate/effective would it be to use the colorful language of gangster type youth while trying to reach them with the gospel?
I can certainly understand the appeal to want to adopt the language of street/gang youth in order be accepted by them, or to somehow try to make oneself...
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Judith Tungwarara
, former pa secretary, hair stylist, Pastor!
Why do most Christians meet together for fellowship, study, and worship on Sunday?
In my own opinion, the most important thing, should be the results that follow, after having done what one thinks is correct, wether it's a Sunday or...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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How should a Christian respond to illegal aliens/illegal immigrants?
Illegal immigration has become a volatile issue, especially in the U.S. Many have raised their voices passionately in their condemnation of illegal...
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Dan Rivers
, Christian, Husband, Grandfather, Son, AT&T retiree
What does it mean to be free from sin?
My understanding of being free from sin is that in the eyes of God we have been justified and made righteous because of the ultimate sin atoning sacrifice by...
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Shanna Duck
, "Let a search be made in the royal archives..." Ezra 5:17 NIV
How appropriate/effective would it be to use the colorful language of gangster type youth while trying to reach them with the gospel?
So much of the "church" right now is offering what is basically a secularized, feel-good form of Christianity. The young men of which you speak are not going...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What should we learn from the tribe of Joseph?
Technically, there is no tribe of Joseph. Instead, Joseph received a "double blessing," and his two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, each became his own tribe...
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Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead?
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
Does the virgin Mary have a holy spirit as it says in the Nicene Creed?
Mary conceived when the Holy Spirit came on her and the power of the Highest overshadowed her (Lk 1:35). This was an unique and blessed experience. But when...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is the Reformed Church, and what do they believe?
There are two main branches within the Reformed Church family tree in America: Dutch Reformed and German Reformed. Both branches represent churches that...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Is God cruel?
There are atheists and agnostics who argue that the God who is presented in the Bible is cruel. For example, the online Skeptics Annotated Bible has an...
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mark wilkinson
, retired school teacher and missionary
Is God cruel?
One of the reasons some well-known atheists give for their opposition to acknowledging God in their lives is that there is 'cruelty' in nature. Darwin and...
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
Are many practices and traditions in Christianity actually pagan in origin?
Idolatry is spiritual fornication or a violation of the spiritual and covenant marriage between God and Israel (Judg. 2:17; Isa. 1:21; Hos. 1:2; 4:12; 2Chr....