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Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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If all my points are valid and we have arrived at what Paul says in 2 Cor 5:16 as the hinge, consider the following for the complete understanding (2 Tim...

April 04 2023

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Where in the Old Testament can you find the prophesy of Judas' betrayal?

April 04 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

How can I be saved from adultery?

Comment:
Mark, good evangelistic answer, brother! In your statement, "This is we He did what He did." Did you mean "This is why..."?

April 04 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

What is the storyline of the Bible?

Comment:
Quite comprehensive. Love the alliteration, too, Tim!

April 04 2023

Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

Was Saint Peter the first Pope?

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The writings of church history are not inspired by God, therefore they are not on par with the teachings of Scripture (2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21)....

April 04 2023

Question by Adanko White , Rastafarian Farmer in Ghana, Kokonuru-Aburi

How can the soul prosper as stated in 3 John vs 2?

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. 3 John 1:2

3 John 1:2

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Comment by Justin Hale

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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...converted by witnessing divine signs and miracles, which have continued throughout my life, particularly regarding my health. Witnessing my recoveries...

April 04 2023

Comment by Justin Hale

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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These would all be valid points, Mark, except for the undeniable fact that you just read verses with me that specifically state that we DO NOT look upon...

April 04 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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The Kingdom of God consists of two groups of believers: #1. The actual Hebrew believers, who still await their promised earthly 'kingdom OF Heaven'...

April 04 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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Regarding how much 'Jew or pagan' you have to be, maybe that's the disconnect. Paul says Israel, as a nation, is currently in a fallen state. There is no...

April 04 2023

Comment by PETER ROSAL

Was Saint Peter the first Pope?

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If we only just trust what the bible says, we truly cannot have the answer if Peter is the first pope. But let us dig into world history and we can find the...

April 04 2023

Answer by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

Where in the Old Testament can you find the prophesy of Judas' betrayal?

I think that these scriptures speak to this event. Zechariah 11:12,13: "Then I said to them, 'If it seems right to you, give me my wages; but if not, keep...

April 04 2023 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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No one knows which baptism 1 Cor 15:29 is, but we DO KNOW that it CANNOT be water. Look in the FIRST chapter at 1 Cor 1:17 and build upon that. Where in Gal...

April 04 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Is Isaac a type of Christ when his father Abraham "sacrificed" him?

Comment:
Thanks, Tim, for your excellent answer! And Scripture strong, too. This will help me to answer a coworker with whom I was talking about this very question!

April 04 2023

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What is the storyline of the Bible?

From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals how He is bringing glory to Himself through building His intended Kingdom, which consists of the humans whom God...

April 03 2023 3 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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Is Isaac a type of Christ when his father Abraham "sacrificed" him?

April 03 2023

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What is the Bible?

April 03 2023

Answer by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

Is Isaac a type of Christ when his father Abraham "sacrificed" him?

I would say yes. Because Isaac was born from love, and he was offered to God. Not only that, Isaac was born from two very old people. Abraham add Sarah were...

April 03 2023 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Justin Hale

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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Mark, if what you are saying is REALLY the truth and that the 'compassion preaching' that rescued you from eternal damnation is the ONLY true path to heaven,...

April 03 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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Ok, I think I can use your premise to make my point now. If you're sitting in a dark space, the light bulb might turn on...as mine did 2 years ago! Wait for...

April 03 2023

Question by Anonymous
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What is the storyline of the Bible?

Can you lead me through an understanding of the biblical storyline?

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Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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Do you see the distinction between everyone today and biblical Israel, and how it pertains to our salvation? How one can become saved is what I try to focus...

April 03 2023

Answer by Ronald Milam

What is the significance of 1,335 days mentioned in Daniel 12:12?

Whilst doing an exegesis on Daniel 11 & 12, where I name every king and player from Alexander the Great, Cleopatra, to Antiochus and his nemesis, the...

April 03 2023 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

At what part of King Solomon’s reign was Ecclesiastes written?

From the content and tone of Ecclesiastes, I interpret it as having been written toward the end of Solomon's reign, when he had experienced all the tangible...

April 03 2023 Follow Vote Up

Comment by Justin Hale

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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I believe the one that fully reached you is 'compassion preaching.' This strongly emphasizes the simple mercy of GOD and removes all doubts from us. However,...

April 03 2023

Comment by Justin Hale

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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Mark, for some reason I can't see your last comment here but the link directs me here to the discussion section, so I am reading your posting from inside my...

April 03 2023

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Is Isaac a type of Christ when his father Abraham "sacrificed" him?

I would say yes, and not just in the sacrificial act itself, but also in the willing manner in which Isaac allowed himself to be bound and laid on the...

April 03 2023 4 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

Why did God break the heads of sea monsters (Psalm 74:13-14)?

In my opinion, the reference or imagery here is to the manner (as described in Exodus 14) in which God destroyed the "monster" posed by the Egyptian pursuers...

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How can I stop judging others?

April 03 2023

Answer by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Is it desirable to avoid trials and temptation? (James 1:2)

Don't overthink this; no one wants to have a flat tire on a cold night in an Arizona desert, and no spare tire in the trunk of the car! Trust me! (I was...

April 03 2023 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Will God forgive me of sins I commit after I become a believer?

Becoming a believer requires you to believe that ALL your sins have ALREADY BEEN forgiven (1 Cor 15:1-4). We are sealed by "That Holy Spirit" immediately...

April 03 2023 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Why couldn't the disciples understand (Luke 18:34)?

I believe this is in reference to the not yet revealed ‘mystery’ gospel given only to Paul from Christ’s heavenly ministry for us today. Here is what Paul...

April 03 2023 Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Why did God break the heads of sea monsters (Psalm 74:13-14)?

13 It was you who split open the sea by your power; you broke the heads of the monster in the waters. 14 It was you who crushed the heads of Leviathan ...

April 03 2023 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What is the importance of Christian fellowship?

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Continuing: If I'm right about a common cause helping us get past our differences, let's try to answer some pertinent questions we are facing today? 1) Are...

April 03 2023

Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What is the importance of Christian fellowship?

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"Christian fellowship" is this: friendly relationships between those who believe in Christ. It doesn't mean that we're to share a secret handshake of a club...

April 03 2023

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Have I rejected the holy Spirit?

Rejecting the holy Spirit today would mean that one has yet to believe the gospel that saves (1 Cor 15:1-4), as we are sealed by "That Holy Spirit"...

April 03 2023 Follow Vote Up

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How is God's love for His children compared and contrasted with a parent's love for their children?

April 03 2023

Comment by Justin Hale

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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Jesus was also able to vanish suddenly and reappear. While some of these traits could be described as 'ethereal,' they are always combined with material...

April 02 2023

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Why is salvation by works a commonly held viewpoint by non-believers, and some believers as well?

April 02 2023

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What is lasciviousness?

April 02 2023

Comment by Justin Hale

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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Cool question Mark. Actually I believe that the answer to how neither 'place,' (earth, or Yahweh's third heaven), is in any way 'ethereal' can be found in 1...

April 02 2023

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What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?

April 02 2023

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What does "Let this mind be in you which also was in Christ Jesus (KJV)" mean?

April 02 2023

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If God hates human sacrifice, how could Jesus' sacrifice be the payment for our sins?

April 02 2023

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What did Paul mean by these verses which have to do with being all things to all people?

So that he might save some by being more accepted among the various groups at that time. For instance, circumcising Timothy so they could together then...

April 02 2023 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Comment by Christopher Tidwell

Why did God refuse Cain's offering?

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Where there is no law there is no trespass. No law of offering had been established by covenant. God sees the heart. Therefore disposition is a plausible...

April 02 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?

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The Ten Commandments, also known as Aseret HaDibrot (“Ten Sayings” in Hebrew) or Decalogue, are the first ten of the 613 commandments given by God to the...

April 02 2023

Question by Anonymous
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Have I rejected the holy Spirit?

While I was thinking to myself yesterday, I thought to myself, "I reject the Holy Spirit." I don't truly, but am having a hard time feeling concerned/bad (nu...

April 02 2023 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Why couldn't the disciples understand (Luke 18:34)?

34 But they understood none of these things; this saying was hidden from them, and they did not know the things which were spoken.

April 02 2023 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

How can I be saved from adultery?

The question implies that you regret your act of adultery (the actual meaning of 'repent' by the way). If this is the case, then all that remains to do is to...

April 02 2023 2 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up