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

Are those who chose not to take the vaccine spiritually wrong?

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Almost 700,000 people are dead (in the United States alone) from the Covid virus and the Delta variant, and there are humble people preaching non-stop, to...

September 23 2021

Comment by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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2 Thess 2:13 has nothing to do with the Rapture. It says the firstfruits to be saved through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth. It does...

September 23 2021

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

Does "strangers" here refer to spiritual or physical beings? Hebrews 13:2

2 Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.

Hebrews 13:1 - 19

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

How does Christ’s blood "cleanse our consciences"? (Hebrews 9:14)

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I love this paragraph: Our conscience is cleared when the guilt and shame is gone. Our conscience is cleared when we know that we have been set free from our...

September 23 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the theory of the 'rapture' of the church?

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Notice, it is the last trump, when the falling away, the rapture occurs. These are not the trumpets of God during the tribulation. The word departure is used...

September 23 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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The 7 year tribulation is for the Jews who rejected Jesus as their Messiah. The anti Christ can not come until the church is taken out. Second Thessalonians...

September 23 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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But they we saved by faith alone. Romans 4:2-8. Abraham was justified by faith apart from works before God. He was justified before men by good works....

September 23 2021

Comment by Robert Christmas

Why was Paul forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach in Asia?

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I agree. This is a thoughtful insightful answer - thanks Tim, good stuff!!

September 23 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the meaning of "the apostle's doctrine" in Acts 2:42?

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Paul's gospel to the Gentiles. Acts 16:31 Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved and thy house. Same thing Jesus said. John 6:47. Verily,...

September 23 2021

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

Were Adam and Eve saved?

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As people we all sin. Even Christians! We know things, but do stupid stuff anyway! Jesus’ body was the incarnation of God. God came Himself to live, teach...

September 23 2021

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Can I start dating (I am in the process of getting a divorce), or do I have to wait until the divorce is final?

September 22 2021

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

How does Christ’s blood "cleanse our consciences"? (Hebrews 9:14)

This entire chapter 9 of Hebrews is contrasting the limitations of the Old Covenant with the perfect fulfillment of the New Covenant in dealing with our sin....

September 22 2021 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why does Christian history matter for our kids?

I would say that Christian history (from Biblical times to the present day) matters to our children (as young believers or as potential believers) in the...

September 22 2021 Follow Vote Up

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

Just how far is the east from the west?

Since east and west are by definition opposite directions, the thought being expressed by the verse is speaking of that characteristic to the greatest...

September 22 2021 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Just how far is the east from the west?

Psalm 103:12

Psalms 103:1 - 22

1 Vote September 22 2021 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the sea of forgetfulness?

We used to sing this wonderful chorus at midsized Scottsdale Bible Church (now a megachurch) in Scottsdale, Arizona: Gone, Gone, Gone, Gone by Helen Griggs...

September 22 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Are we saved through grace alone or are we saved through grace and baptism?

This is an interesting question, Arun Kumar! No, we don't have to be baptized to be saved. Baptism, administered by the church to new converts, is a sign of...

September 22 2021 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is meant by the phrase "fountain of life?"

The word translated as "fountain" in the cited verse refers to an initial source or spring from which water flows -- in other words, the origin of that...

September 22 2021 Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass until all these things take place"?

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When Jesus comes for the church, He does not come back to earth, but we go to meet Him in the clouds. First Thessalonians 4:17. Jesus comes back to earth at...

September 22 2021

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

What is the meaning of "the apostle's doctrine" in Acts 2:42?

Good question, Thomas! I think it just means their teaching. The apostles' teaching formed the basis of the instruction given to the first Christians. The...

September 22 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is the "Apostles' Doctrine" mentioned in Acts 2:42?

Good question, Richard Evans! I think it just means their teaching. The apostles' teaching formed the basis of the instruction given to the first Christians....

September 22 2021 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is meant by the phrase "fountain of life?"

Psalm 36:9a "For with You is the fountain of life" -

Psalms 36:1 - 12

September 22 2021 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Were Adam and Eve saved?

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If Adam and Eve were saved within the meaning of the New Covenant, then why did Jesus have to die on the cross?

September 22 2021

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is Landmarkism? What is "Baptist Bride" theology?

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I agree with Michael Houdmann's evaluation of the Landmarkism group. A denial of the global and historical essence of the church as taught in the biblical...

September 22 2021

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

How will we be "enriched in every way"? (2 Corinthians 9:11)

I think the key to understanding this phrase “you will be enriched in every way” is provided for us in Verse 8: “And God is able to bless you abundantly, so...

September 22 2021 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

What is the apostles’ doctrine?

The disciples “doctrine” or “teaching” was simply a recounting of the stories of their 3 year discipleship training experiences, now reinterpreted by the...

September 22 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to grieve / quench the Holy Spirit?

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First John 1:8 If we say we have no sin, we deceive our selves and the truth is not in us. We are all sinners to a degree and the only way we could be saved...

September 22 2021

Comment by Rich Hazeltine

What did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass until all these things take place"?

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What about the "men" who told the disciples that Jesus would return in like manner? He was lifted up. He will return in the same way. Seeing him in the...

September 22 2021

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean that 'by His stripes we are healed'?

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He being the sinless Son of God took the punishment for so we could be justified by His one atonement for all sin. Romans 3:26-28 For He is the just and the...

September 22 2021

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

What is the food that we are supposed to work for that endureth?

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We are to have a hunger, a desire to be close to the Lord. We are to need Him, like water, or air! We are to never be tired of wanting His presence. He is...

September 22 2021

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

Is the Covid-19 vaccine the mark of the beast?

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May God protect Jodi O'Malley, and all the brave souls that stand up for truth!

September 22 2021

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

Will we be healed if we have faith? (Matthew 9:22)

Healing does not depend on our faith, it depends on God’s will. Healing is a divine act of God, a miracle that He performs. God is pleased to respond to...

September 22 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Craig Mcelheny , Christian Author

Is the last trumpet of 1 Thessalonians 4 the same as the seventh trumpet of Revelation?

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Christopher, we are in agreement. It's not easy to picture, but just understand that by starting the 2,300 days at the mid-point of the Tribulation, this...

September 22 2021

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Does the Covid vaccine have 666 written all over it?

September 21 2021

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Are apparitions of Mary, such as Lady Fatima, true messages from God?

September 21 2021

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Are apparitions of Mary, such as Lady Fatima, true messages from God?

September 21 2021

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

Was Goliath’s armor kept in David’s tent or in Nob? 1 SAMUEL 21:9

To my knowledge, the biblical account does not specifically indicate how or when Goliath's sword was relocated from David's tent to the sanctuary at Nob...

September 21 2021 Follow Vote Up

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

Was Goliath’s armor kept in David’s tent or in Nob? 1 SAMUEL 21:9

In this text the sword of Goliath was located in Nob (1 Sam 21:1). However, in 1 Samuel 17:54 it says David “put his [Goliath’s] armor in his tent.” How ca...

1 Samuel 21:1 - 9

September 21 2021 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Will we be healed if we have faith? (Matthew 9:22)

I would express it by saying that faith is a prerequisite for supernatural physical healing, but not a guarantee. God loves the faithful, and is omnipotent...

September 21 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Are those who chose not to take the vaccine spiritually wrong?

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) registered nurse has come forward to Project Veritas with allegations of covering up adverse side effects...

September 21 2021

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Is the Covid-19 vaccine the mark of the beast?

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) registered nurse has come forward to Project Veritas with allegations of covering up adverse side effects...

September 21 2021

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

Should Christians get vaccinated?

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) registered nurse has come forward to Project Veritas with allegations of covering up adverse side effects...

September 21 2021

Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

How should a Christian view vaccinations/vaccines?

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) registered nurse has come forward to Project Veritas with allegations of covering up adverse side effects...

September 21 2021

Comment by Christopher Kuah

Is the last trumpet of 1 Thessalonians 4 the same as the seventh trumpet of Revelation?

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I would believe a loving husband would not put his through his wrath.

September 21 2021

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

What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?

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"Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible"? In the Bible? Thomas Jefferson was the third president of the United States, he wasn't "in the...

September 21 2021

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

What are the different English Bible versions?

May I add it to Michael's list? I put additional translations in bold print: New King James Version (NKJV) English Standard Version (ESV) New Living...

September 21 2021 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What is the apostles’ doctrine?

Good question, Ricki! I think it just means their teaching. The apostles' teaching formed the basis of the instruction given to the first Christians. The...

September 21 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the apostles’ doctrine?

If I am interpreting the question correctly, by referring to the apostles' "doctrine", the cited verse is not speaking of a fixed statement of belief, but is...

September 21 2021 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up