Whom does the "him" in John 3:16 refer to, God or His Son?
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in *him* shall not perish but have eternal life. [Author's emphasis]
John 3:16
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Andrew Osakue
, Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader
How do I share my Christian testimony?
One of the best ways of sharing your CHRISTIAN testimony is with the intent to use your experience to draw the unsaved to CHRIST. It is also one of the...
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Andrew Osakue
, Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader
What are some Bible verses for healing?
Obedience to God leads to health Ex 15:26, Love of God protects from diseases Dt 7:15, The word of God heals Pro 4:22, God is the restorer of our health Jer...
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Victor Waits
How can I stop being nervous about praying publicly?
Like most everything else, confidence comes by applying what one already knows. This said, I agree with the method of praying aloud in small groups where...
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Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
How do beliefs about creation impact the rest of theology?
To question the eternal inerrancy of God's inspired Word would be questioning the voracity, validity and truth of the whole of His Holy Word--The Bible....
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is The Living Bible (TLB)?
The Living Bible - HistoryFirst published in 1971, The Living Bible (TLB) is a version of the Bible created by Kenneth N. Taylor, the founder of Tyndale...
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Debbie Lueders
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What does it mean that Jesus is our High Priest?
High Priest is only one of the many titles applied to Jesus: Messiah, Savior, Son of God, Son of Man, Friend of Sinners, etc. Each one focuses on a...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Was Jonah truly swallowed by a whale?
The story of Jonah is the amazing tale of a disobedient prophet who, upon being swallowed by a whale (or a "great fish" - see below) and vomited upon the...
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Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
Is it wrong to turn down someone who asks for something if it's for someone else?
The short answer in my humble opinion is a simple NO, your number one duty is to protect and provide for those whose welfare depends on you, they are first!...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is kingdom theology?
At its most basic definition, kingdom theology is simply the area of theology that studies the Kingdom of God. In that sense kingdom theology is a legitimate...
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Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
What is kingdom theology?
The question is: "What is kingdom theology?" Notice what Jesus said: "Luke 4:43 And he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also:...
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What is the Order of DeMolay?
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Does Mark 16:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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How can we prevent our young people from losing faith?
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Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
How can I stop being nervous about praying publicly?
The question: "How can I stop being nervous about praying publicly?" Jesus said: Mt 6:6 But you, when you pray, enter into your closet, and when you have...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What sort of things should be in Christian wedding/marriage vows?
When a man and a woman marry, they begin a new existence as a unit, and this concept finds its origin in the Bible with the first man and woman. The God who...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who were the Samaritans?
The Samaritans occupied the country formerly belonging to the tribe of Ephraim and the half-tribe of Manasseh. The capital of the country was Samaria,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What was the Sanhedrin?
The term Sanhedrin is from a Greek word that means "assembly" or "council" and dates from the Hellenistic period, but the concept is one that goes back to...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Is Joel 1:4 referring to literal locusts? When was this prophecy fulfilled?
The book of Joel mentions four types of locusts that would destroy the agriculture of Israel. Joel 1:4 says, "What the cutting locust left, the swarming...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Should a Christian invest money in the stock market?
There are those who oppose investment in the stock market, saying that buying stocks is the equivalent of gambling. The argument goes that, since stocks are...
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sandra blankespoor
Is the pope the Vicar of Christ?
In my opinion, the answer given by S. Michael Houdmann is correct. I live in a country that has a monarchy. If the king or queen of my country by royal...
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Darius Seals
Is it wrong to turn down someone who asks for something if it's for someone else?
Example: I bought two boxes of pizzas for my family, there more than 10 of us in the house. I already told myself that I was not going to share with anyone. ...
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Why is the science community so opposed to creationism?
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joyce whaley
Will I still be a Christian if I don't believe in, or fully understand, the Doctrine of the Trinity?
Yes a person can be a Christian without fully understanding the doctrine of the trinity. Understanding of this incredible journal of salvation and how the...
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Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
Why is the science community so opposed to creationism?
Money and prominence can be motives, with scientists accepting grants or speaking gigs for their new light insights against creationism. (Psalms 118:8-9) On...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Is it wrong to have a relationship with a close relative?
The relationships that God forbade in the Old Testament Law are listed in Leviticus chapter 18, verses 6-18. In that passage, we are commanded not to marry a...
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Ben Zickefoose
, Retired, Kinesiology Dept. ACU, TX & traveling ministry.
How can I avoid being a doubting Thomas?
There was a time in my life when my faith was wavering. It concerned me. I knew I didn’t want to lose it. So, I went to work on it. After dealing with and...
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Jennifer Henkel
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How could the Gentiles forget God when they never knew Him?
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D W
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Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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What should we learn from the life of Job?
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Chuck Smith Jr
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Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
Why is 'You shall not covet' in the Ten Commandments?
Great question and a very excellent answer by brother Houdmann, I submit that to covet any worldly item be it property, money or affections is theft by...
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Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
What does 1 Peter 2:9 mean when it refers to believers as peculiar people?
The question is: "What does 1 Peter 2:9 mean when it refers to believers as peculiar people?" Let's see what Peter is talking about: 1 Peter 2;2-10: As...
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Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
The question is: "Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?" Notice 1 Peter 3:18 For the anointed one also has once suffered for sins,...
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Estuardo Ramirez
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Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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Opubo Atiegoba
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Should Christian women wear pants?
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Gregory Tomlinson
, Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate
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Should Christian women wear pants?
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Ron Ray
Why is the science community so opposed to creationism?
Many scientists come into the scientific field with an already predetermined world view (evolution). Many of them are taught this as they go through school...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Does the teaching on tithing in Malachi 3:9-10 apply to us today?
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Can the various resurrection accounts from the four Gospels be harmonized?
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Jennifer Henkel
, Bible/History Middle School Teacher, Lover of the OT!
Can I (a Jew) become a Christian?
Yes, Jews can believe in Jesus (Yeshua). In fact, all the first Christians were JEWISH. The apostle Paul was an observant Jew, and he took the Gospel to the...
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Ron Ray
Should I believe in organized religion?
Believe in Jesus, not in religion. Place your faith and trust in Christ, not in man. Now, that being said, you might have really been asking "Why should I...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why is 'You shall not give false testimony' in the Ten Commandments?
Part of the Ten Commandments, also known as the Decalogue, this 9th commandment forbids the Israelites from bearing false witness or giving false testimony...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Why is 'You shall not covet' in the Ten Commandments?
The key to understanding this commandment is in the definition of the word "covet." Two different Hebrew words are used in the passages condemning coveting...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why is 'You shall have no other gods before me' in the Ten Commandments?
The Mosaic Law is built upon the Ten Commandments, and the law was built upon the first commandment: "I am the LORD your God who brought you out of the land...
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Casper Mcconnell
, Casper the Irish
Where is Jesus now? Is Jesus in heaven?
Surprising facts about Jesus that we ignore, here are a few life hanging ones for me: 1. Jesus the Son of God is Spirit made flesh. He is now also a man. He...
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Ted Beaton
, Sr. Network Engineer
Was it considered a sin when Jesus asked God why he had forsaken him?
The simple immediate answer is that it could not be construed as sin on Jesus part because then He would no longer have been the perfect sinless sacrifice...
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Anthony Clinton
, Teacher in China
Can I (a Jew) become a Christian?
I thank God for Michael’s powerful testimony and bless him for his both being a descendant of Abraham according to the flesh, and for his acceptance of Jesus...
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Mary McDonald
How did the Dancing Sun Miracle in the Philippines happen? Is there a scientific explanation?
With God, all things are possible, but did this really happen or was it a hoax?