Why do we need to repent of our sins?
The concept of repentance is commonly associated with a change of one's actions or behavior. However, that change cannot occur without a necessary prior...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does the Bible say about patriotism?
Christians are simultaneously citizens of two kingdoms -- a temporal earthly kingdom in which they live, and the rulers of which they are instructed to honor...
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did jesus go to hell and bring out the souls of the people that died before he did?
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does Job 5:7 mean by "the sparks fly upward"?
This is an intriguing question, Gloria. Compare 2 alternate translations: ISV: "But mankind is born headed for trouble, just as sparks soar skyward.” VOICE:...
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Donna Williams
Does the Bible say Christians have to attend church?
I believe that this question is referring to the physical edifice where the people of God assemble themselves together in worship and to be edified by the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Will there be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture?
Yes, there will be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture! Many will be saved during the tribulation. For example, there will be 144,000 witnesses...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the Romans Road to salvation?
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We are saved the instant we believe on Jesus as the only way of salvation. How we live or what we do has nothing to do with it. It is what He did for us that...
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Dan McNeal
What does the Bible say about patriotism?
Galatians 5: You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in...
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by Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
Is Irresistible Grace biblical?
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"The God of Scripture loves all sinners equally and desires the salvation of ALL sinners, wishing that none should perish in their rebellion." So "God loves...
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Albert Ogier
Will there be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture?
Why spend so much time arguing about scripture that is not even written down? Revelation has been described as the best whodunnit. You have all seen the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Was the Apostle Paul actually a false prophet?
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Amen Andy. Jesus said, John 6:47. Verily, verily, I say unto you, he that BELIEVETH on me HATH EVERLASTING LIFE. God cannot lie. Paul told the Philippian...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What are the strongest biblical arguments for the divinity of Christ?
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He was seen by over 400 people after he was raised from the grave. All false profits have never come back from the grave. God raised Him bodily from the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about faithfulness?
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Our faithful service to God will be rewarded in heaven. First Corinthians 3:11-15. Salvation is a free gift from God. Romans 6:23. Our rewards in heaven are...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is entire sanctification / sinless perfection possible in this life?
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Xavier. God has forgiven us all trespasses. Colossians 2:13. Since God has forgiven you, and you are human, you should forgive yourself. John 3:18. We all...
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by Jim Stevens
Should we give gifts at Christmas?
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Jennifer, excellent response on all four points! Thank you.
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does the Bible say about being an overcomer?
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Thank you, John, for your thoroughness!
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How do we interpret Psalm 38, literally or symbolically?
For example, David, the author, says in verse 5.—"My wounds stink and are corrupt."
Psalms 38:1 - 22
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by Randy Palmer
Is the theory of Pangea possible? Does the Bible say that there was once a Pangea / Pangaea?
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Yes all things are possible with God, for with man it is impossible, but not so with God. Look at Mark 10:27. And from what you have shared in the...
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Charles Wesley Gajilly
How do I know if my child is affected with my sins when she was in the womb?
Thank you all for a wonderful explanations, specially by Chet Shaner. Sure that we are all sinners no matter what of our parents as per David’s prayers. Only...
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Whom should I give my tithe to? Or what should I do with it since I do not belong to a church?
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John Appelt
What does the Bible say about being an overcomer?
The word “overcome,” and “overcomer” is some form of the Greek word “nikao” and “nike.” It means victory, to overpower as in a fight or battle as in Luke...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How can we apply these words in Psalm 24 to our life, if any?
My understanding is that this psalm was written by David in celebration of the Ark of the Covenant (a visible symbol of the Lord's presence) once again...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the symbolism of the Garden of Eden?
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Beautiful and thoughtful.
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Can I remarry according to the Bible if I am divorced?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did Job curse his birthday when he knew that he would be resurrected someday?
In my opinion, Job's statement was a form of expression in that time period and culture (especially prior to Christianity) that indicated strong negative...
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by Speaking the Truth
Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
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According to the USDA more than 38 million people in The United States, a so-called "first world" country, is food insecure. "Starving" means to "suffer or...
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by Speaking the Truth
Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
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Actually the bible cites poverty is one of the defining marks of his followers and considers them to be rich. Why I don't know. My human understanding is...
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by Speaking the Truth
Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
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"Some of these greedy people are dictators of repressive regimes, and they hoard food for their military, to keep them in power." True, but most of us are in...
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by Speaking the Truth
Why do people still die of starvation when Jesus says God will provide food and clothing etc?
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So you're telling someone that is starving to not be worried about their hunger?
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Konrad Faust
What is the symbolism of the Garden of Eden?
I see the tree of the knowledge of good and evil as not just a literal tree, but also as a symbol of how mankind tends to make his own judgments regarding...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
As Solomon did not follow God in his latter years, but worshipped Baal, would he have gone to heaven?
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John 3:18 Believers can no longer be condemned to hell. We can lose our life, and the rewards we could have had in heaven, but not eternal life. Ephesians...
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Charles Wesley Gajilly
How can we apply these words in Psalm 24 to our life, if any?
Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lifted up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong an...
Psalms 24:7
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Jason Perkins
As Solomon did not follow God in his latter years, but worshipped Baal, would he have gone to heaven?
Ecclesiastes and Proverbs, which many believe were written by Solomon in his later years, sure sound like he amended his ways. As others have mentioned the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is theology proper / Paterology?
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The whole bible is God’s word to us. The simplest salvation verse in the bible is Acts 16:31. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved and...
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Albert Ogier
What does it mean to have mustard seed faith?
Who was the only person in the gospels to be complemented on his faith? The centurion in Matt 8:10. In the previous verse we read that the centurion said...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How does one become a disciple of Jesus today? What does discipleship look like?
A great question, Doug M.! I have become a disciple of Jesus, and I am SOO excited about it! I daily deny myself, take up the cross, and follow Jesus (Luke...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Does God change His mind?
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God does change his mind. He does repent. That is what the word repent means. Metanoia, a change of mind. When Moses came down the mountain with the ten...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Why did Job curse his birthday when he knew that he would be resurrected someday?
Job 19:26 And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; 27 I myself will see him with my own eyes—I, and not another. ...
Job 3:1 - 26
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Vijaya Lekamge
, A retired, part qualified Accountant
What are the strongest biblical arguments for the divinity of Christ?
Revelation 22: 20 “The one who bears witness of these things says, ‘Yes, I am coming quickly.’ Amen! Come, Lord Jesus.” Revelation 22: 12 “Look! I am coming...
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by Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
What are Pelagianism and Semi-Pelagianism?
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"God loves everyone." Nearly every Christian I know repeats this as it it were biblical. So my question is (regarding the quotation of John 3:16 above) does...
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by Aurel Gheorghe
Was the wine used at the Last Supper alcoholic?
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The benefit of drinking in moderation is a myth. As a medical professional, I'm not aware of any diagnosis for which alcohol is recommended as a treatment....
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What does the Bible say about Creation vs. evolution?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What should we learn from Christian martyrs?
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Violence nor isolation lessens Jesus’ call to “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
From what “other place” would deliverance for the Jews have come? (Esther 4:14)
Mordecai had reminded Esther that her silence wouldn’t prevent deliverance from coming from some other source. The reference here is to the providence of God...
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by Brandon of Aotearoa
What does it mean to be a holy man?
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.:. THE HOLY MAN -- What Is a true "Man of God?" Dear all friends, thank you so much for choosing to discuss such a special of a subject as this. May God...
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by Alison Mortlock
How could David be considered a man after God's own heart?
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I have to add, that when we look at the body of Christ, we have to look at who Jesus is. He is The word come down in flesh. God is the same yesterday, today...
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by Alison Mortlock
How could David be considered a man after God's own heart?
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The phrase is often clouded with the world’s view of what it means to be considered being “after one’s own heart.” With this view we start believing that God...