What is the Messianic secret?
The Messianic Secret is a theme of biblical criticism developed in 1901 by a German Lutheran theologian named Wilhelm Wrede. The Messianic Secret involves...
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What does it mean that Jesus died for our sins?
Simply put, without Jesus' death on the cross for our sins, no one would have eternal life. Jesus Himself said, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No...
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What does it mean that Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega?
Jesus proclaimed Himself to be the "Alpha and Omega" in Revelation 1:8, 11; 21:6; and 22:13. Alpha and omega are the first and last letters of the Greek...
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What is the meaning of life?
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Should a church participate in fund-raising?
First, we must define what we mean by "church fund-raising." The Bible is clear that the giving of "offerings" is commanded and blessed by God. God loves a...
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What is the meaning of the term "Shiloh"?
The word Shiloh appears 33 times in the Old Testament and all but one usage refer to an area of Palestine. The verse in which Shiloh is used as a Messianic...
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What are the seven spirits of God?
The "seven spirits of God" are mentioned in Revelation 1:4; 3:1; 4:5; and 5:6. The seven spirits of God are not specifically identified, so it's impossible...
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When God hasn't answered a prayer, does that mean our answer is "no?"
"Ask God for anything and He will give it!" This is not a Bible doctrine. "If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us" (1 Jn 5:14). Again Jesus...
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What did Jesus mean by "I will give you rest" in Matthew 11:28?
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."
Matthew 11:28
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What should we learn from the virtuous woman in Proverbs 31?
Proverbs is a book based on metaphor. It is packed with word-pictures of universal truths. Throughout Proverbs, wisdom is anthropomorphized as a woman. As...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What does it mean that 'to whom much is given, much will be required' (Luke 12:48)?
"From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked" (Luke 12:48). This...
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What does it mean that 'to whom much is given, much will be required' (Luke 12:48)?
For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required:and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more This is the point...
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When God hasn't answered a prayer, does that mean our answer is "no?"
When we have prayed hard for something, even something that follows God's word, but God seems silent, does that mean our answer is "no?" How do we know if it...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What is the meaning of the tree of life?
According to the International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) the expression "tree of life" occurs in four groups or connections: (1) in the story of the...
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Daniel Hanvey
How do I love God with my whole heart?
To love God with a whole heart you must first have a clean heart, to have a clean heart there can be no unconfessed sin. Sin creates a wall between you and...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is phileo love?
The Bible speaks of two types of love: phileo and agape. Both are Greek terms and appear at different points throughout Scripture. The Greek language also...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What is phileo love?
This is love is associated with family love or the love between members of a family. It can also designate the love of friends but certainly not in the...
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Chris Elstrom
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Singapore Moses
, Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist
What is the sea of glass mentioned in Revelation 4:6 and 15:2?
The actual floor of the throne room (Rev. 4:6; 15:2- 4 cp.1Ki. 7:23- 26; 2Chr. 4:2- 15) is referred to "sea of glass like unto crystal" In Rev 15:2, a Greek...
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What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
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Is it possible to be a gay Christian?
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Should Christians of different denominations date or marry?
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Should Christians go to doctors?
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What does the Bible say about soul ties?
The phrase "soul ties" is not in the Bible; rather, the idea of soul ties is a man-made speculation which some teachers superimpose onto Scripture in an...
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Should Christians of different denominations date or marry?
Yes, doctrinal agreement is essential in the basic tenets of the faith. How you interpret the Bible is also important - because it undergirds your worldview....
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What does the Bible say about self-love, loving self?
Love as described in the Bible is quite different from the love as espoused by the world. Biblical love is selfless and unconditional, whereas the world's...
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Is there any conclusive proof of God?
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Why is salvation by works the predominantly held viewpoint?
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Can God lie?
Heb_6:18 That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold...
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Can our prayers change another person's desires and hardened heart?
If someone we love dearly has run away from God but many people are praying for that person, can our prayers change their desires and hardened heart so that ...
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Nike Kolawole
, Caterer, linguist, Sunday school teacher and evangl at RCCG
How can demonic strongholds be overcome?
A stronghold does not always appear harmful or dangerous. It can start as an innocent thought, a harmless suggestion. If you don't check it against the word...
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What is the Shema?
Shema ("hear") is the Hebrew word that begins the most important prayer in Judaism. It is found in Deuteronomy 6:4, which begins with the command to "Hear."...
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What are Biblical grounds for divorce?
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Why were the Israelites not rebuilding the temple?
After a brief introduction, Haggai begins his prophecy by declaring, "Thus says the LORD of hosts: These people say the time has not yet come to rebuild the...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What is the meaning of Jacob wrestling with God?
What is the meaning of Jacob wrestling with God? Genesis 32:22-32 carries the account of Jacob’s encounter with God at a Peniel (later called Bethel). Jacob...
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Bill Davis
Why is circumcision only for the males? Why is it done on the male reproductive organ?
Though the covenant was with a man, it is representational of mankind, or humanity. We must remember back in the day, the standing of the woman in society...
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
Why was king David anointed three times, and had to wait for 7 years before being crowned king over Israel?
It is indeed true that before he became king of Judah and Israel, David was anointed three times, but it was progressive and in a sequence of importance. In...
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What does the Bible say about ancestor worship?
Ancestor worship involves religious beliefs and practices consisting of prayers and offerings to the spirits of dead relatives. Ancestor worship is found in...
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What is the American Standard Version (ASV)?
American Standard Version - History The Revised Version, Standard American Edition of the Bible, more commonly known as the American Standard Version (ASV),...
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Nathan Toronga
, Christian Elder.
On which day did God create Adam? How about Eve?
Adam was created on the Sixth Day, (now called Friday). Gen 1:23 shows the end of the work for the fifth day. Gen 1:24-31 narrates all the activities for the...
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Who were the authors of the books of the Bible?
Ultimately, above the human authors, the Bible was written by God. Second Timothy 3:16 tells us that the Bible was "breathed out" by God. God superintended...
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What does the Bible say about age differences in relationships?
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How can I learn to hate my own sin?
Sanctification is the daily process by which we become more like Christ. The more you become like Christ, the less you will sin. I think the biggest thing to...
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Can God lie?
No, God cannot lie because when we intentionally lie to someone we are attempting to deceive them for selfish purposes, and that is sin. God's character is...
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What was the Protestant Reformation?