Who has authority to throw you into hell? (Luke 12:4–6)
Some commentators have understood this expression to be referring to Satan. However, Christians are told to defy and resist Satan, but never to fear him; nor...
Some commentators have understood this expression to be referring to Satan. However, Christians are told to defy and resist Satan, but never to fear him; nor...
In my opinion, the "sons of God" were the descendants of the "godly" line of Seth, while the "daughters of men" were descended from the "ungodly" line of...
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Yes, you might say, conception begins the transition to procreation of a new configuration. A whole new life, not a duplicate.
The parable of the prodigal son is the third part of a three-part parable by the Lord - the lost sheep, the lost silver coin, and the lost son. It is like a...
Luke 15:4-32 is one parable with three parts, the lost sheep (also Matthew 18:12-14), the lost silver coin, and the lost son, three concepts from everyday...
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Shirley, also note this: Genesis 37:31 Then they [Joseph's jealous brothers] took Joseph's robe and slaughtered a goat and dipped the robe in the and...
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As Solomon did not follow God in his latter years, but worshipped Baal, would he have gone to heaven?
Shirley has given some good examples of bereavement in the Bible. Nave's Topical Bible has this: Instances of bereavement Abraham, of Sarah, Gen 23:2. Jacob,...
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Very thorough and comprehensive answer, Shirley! I don't know if you're into historical fiction novels, Shirley, but two are relevant here: Ruth, Mother of...
Genesis 6:1 - 4
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Why did God refuse Cain's offering?
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How should Christian parents respond if a child has a learning disability?
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By faith Abel offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, through which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts....
God refused Cain's offering because he refused Cain. The narrative makes it really plain. It tells what they brought as an offering to God. 'Cain brought an...
Adam and Eve were created on the 6th day of creation, created out of dust of the earth and the breath of God. John 1:3: All things came into being through...
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This is so beautifully enlightening Michael.Thank you.
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AMEN, God bless you, watching and waiting... He is coming!!!
Repent, from the Greek word μετανοέω, means to "change your mind", or "regret". Israel had to change their mind on who Jesus Christ was, their promised...
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That's what I thought. I was thinking "the gods" were both of those. Thanks, Tim.
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I disagree with what’s being said here that David and Bathsheba's baby only lived a few days, and the baby suffered but the parents didn't. Actually,...
Luke 12:4 “I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. 5 But I will show you whom you should fear: Fea...
Luke 12:4 - 7
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David had other sons older than Solomon that could have been given the nod to succeed him. David made a promise to Bathsheba to make her son the next king....
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I liked your insight, JD, when you said, "The devil was quoting from Psalms 91:10-12. and certainly knew who he was speaking to. (Mark 5; Luke 8; James...
It was an edible substance which God provided for the Israelites during their travels in the desert during the 40-year period following the Exodus and prior...
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Thanks Mr Matthews, you're much too kind! I totally agree with your last point!
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Also, the Apostle Paul was writing what he wrote in 1 Thess. to comfort people who were concerned about their "saved relatives," yet if they knew the verse...
I agree with Tim. He creates by his word -- Psalm 33:6 "By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, and by the breath of his mouth all their host." See...
1st Corinthians 14 1-19 will answer your question about tongues. The Bible shows the disciples (and others) able to communicate in other languages, but the...
As I see it, the "gods" mentioned in the cted passage could either be idols, exalted spiritual beings (such as angels), or even those individuals whom humans...
Two reasons that occur to me would be that, first, regardless of how sincere Cain might have been in his actions, he was offering an item resulting from his...
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"It is important to note the idea that the Israelites were actually slaves in Egypt 400 years is not without controversy. Not only does 4 generations not...
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Love it, Tim! You are so right: Romans 6:1 What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? 2 By no means! How can we who died to sin...
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This is well stated. Thanks so much for summarizing. I truly felt blessed as i write my article.
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Thank You for the clarification. Amen. Praise to the Lord.
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This is just a little humorous anecdote. When I was a youngster, we always sang the Doxology at church and this is what I thought it said - Praise God from...
It's a quotation from Ps 91:11. This was not so much an incorrect citation as a use in a wrong context (a misapplication of the passage). bible.org But the...
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I have heard the Lord's voice. Jesus' voice is deep and smooth. His words are succinct and comforting.
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Good headache example here: As an example, when one says "Take two aspirin for your headache," it is obvious to everybody that it does not mean "take two...
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"Providing Judas one last opportunity to change his course of action." I don't think that was what Jesus was doing; I think it was just his way of greeting...
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Is it plausible to say, the Spirit of God hovered over the chaos? Then God spoke order to the chaos?
Psalms 138:1
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Danny, you are a wise and God driven man. Thank you for your insights. Yes, we do think very much alike and I enjoy your posts. I am always learning new ways...
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Mr Matthews, God has a system in place for everything pertaining to life. Man is created by God and in his image. He's placed on the earth and nourished by...
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What does 'Many are called but few are chosen' in Matthew 22:14 mean?
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What is the intermediate state?
Helping those whom society views as weak Being generous -- not just with material things, but with compassion, kindness, and sincerity Being patient with...
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Thanks for corresponding Mr Matthews. I think we have similar study habits. I'm an awful 'what if' buff! I read the scriptures to be a means of teaching...
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