What would be some hints for memorizing Scripture?
As for hints to hide God's Word in my heart, I'd say first to ask God who wrote the Scriptures for help. "Show me the path where I should walk O LORD; point...
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What was the sin of Sodom (Genesis 19:8)?
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We often examine a passage of scripture like the history of Sodom and we pass judgment (right and wrong, good and evil, sin and righteousness) based on what...
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by James Kraft
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How can I lose my salvation?
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Once we believe it we can never lose it. Even if we never believe it again. First Timothy 2:13. God may not answer our prayers. but once we are born again...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
If I intentionally sin, is it a sign that I am not saved?
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Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, and we all sin, First John 1:8, and we all die, but the GIFT of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our...
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What does Jesus mean when he says, "No one who performs miracles in my name will soon be able to speak evil of me"?
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Good day brother Tim. A question coming to mind, which caused me to caution before replying, is what about the following verse? Mat 7:22: Many will say to Me...
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James Townsend
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How can I lose my salvation?
A simple answer would be ask, seek, and search. And yes, believing by faith is very important. Yes, God so loved the world that he sent his Son into the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Who are the elect of God?
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The gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4. That Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures, that He was buried and rose again on the third day,...
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Grant Abbott
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What was the sin of Sodom (Genesis 19:8)?
In my view, the great sin of Sodom was their rejection of the Love and Mercy of God. You see God loved the people of Sodom just as much as he loved every...
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Tim Maas
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How old was Saul (1 Samuel 10) when he was anointed, and how old was he when he actually became King?
As indicated in the chapter cited in the question, Samuel anointed Saul as king at God's direction in the first verse of the chapter. He was publicly...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What was the sin of Sodom (Genesis 19:8)?
The crucial context of this verse, Genesis 19:8, involves the Hebrew word to know -- " אֲשֶׁר לֹֽא־ יָדְעוּ אִישׁ" ("which HAVE NOT KNOWN a man"), i.e....
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Is abortion OK in the cases of rape and incest?
I agree with Laura A. Killing a child because of the circumstances of its conception is not biblical. Deuteronomy 24:16 says, "Fathers are not to be put to...
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Could an alien deception be part of the end times?
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Tim Maas
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What was the sin of Sodom (Genesis 19:8)?
As noted by the references in the passage from Jude cited in the question to "sexual immorality" and "unnatural desire", the particular sin identified in the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does Proverbs 14:12 mean?
Super question, Sharon! "A shortcut to success may be a false trail leading to destruction." (Ryrie). "Destruction" in Proverbs 14:12 is translated as "the...
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Should we fellowship in a church that’s liberal in its teaching?
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Amen. Wonderful explanation.
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What is the meaning of the cross?
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First John 5:13 These things have I written unto you that BELIEVE on the name of the Son of God, that ye may KNOW YE HAVE ETERNAL LIFE. Now that you know you...
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What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?
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Jack Gutknecht
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What does the New Testament say about homosexuality?
As I see it, there are 3 main passages in the New Testament relating to homosexuality and being prohibited therein. I think that almost every scholar and...
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Peter Leon
Do Catholics pray the sinner's prayer to be saved?
Roman Catholics, Episcopalians, Orthodox repeat the “baptismal” covenant that was spoken over them in their christening, at their confirmation. This is the...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the meaning of the cross?
When Jesus went to the cross we did go with Him, and He died in our place. He took the punishment we deserve. He is the one that paid the price for our sin...
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Grant Abbott
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Should we fellowship in a church that’s liberal in its teaching?
In my view, we need to fellowship in a church that teaches the bible as the Word of God, a true and infallible guide for Christian faith and practice. When...
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Grant Abbott
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What does the Bible say about respect?
It is one thing to know what the bible says about "biblical respect" and quite another to apply it in our daily lives. The other answers have done a good job...
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ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
Should we fellowship in a church that’s liberal in its teaching?
Some churches are liberal in that they support sexual sin, abortion and Darwinian teachings on long ages and deny the biblical creation account.
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is meant by “the simple” in Proverbs 14:18?
The Hebrew word in question (anglicized as "pthiy") is used to indicate a person who is uninstructed or unlearned -- often in a negative sense, with the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about hope?
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Probably the greatest faith verse is First John 5:13 These things have we written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God, that ye may KNOW YE...
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by James Kraft
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What does the Bible say about health?
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We are not under the law but under grace. Colossians 2:16 Let no man, therefore, judge you in food, or in DRINK, or in a feast day, or of a new moon or of a...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about habits?
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Should have been Second Timothy 2:13
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by James Kraft
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What does the Bible say about habits?
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Notice, he was writing to believers. Already saved by faith alone believers. Those who are saved and continue in sin, First Corinthians 5:5, will be...
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Is it wrong to question God?
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What does the Bible say about hate?
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John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son, hath everlasting life; and he that believeth not the son, shall not see life, but the wrath of God abideth on him....
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
How can I detect a false conversion?
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Jennifer, Philip's response to this question is spot on. Rooting out false teaching and teachers is beneficial to everyone. But being the "believer police"...
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Aurel Gheorghe
What time of the year was Christ’s birth?
My understanding is that Jesus was born in late September early October. From Luke 3:23 we know that Jesus was baptized around His 30th birthday. Although...
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What does the Bible say about friends?
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What would be some hints for memorizing Scripture?
Here are a few suggestions for your consideration. I will use John 3:16 as the example from the NIV translation. [John 3:16] /"For God so loved the world /...
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by Grant Abbott
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How might Jesus encourage someone who doubts his ability to memorize Bible verses?
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April, The Apostle Paul says that faith comes from "hearing" the Word of God because that was the only way people could receive the knowledge of God. They...
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How might Jesus encourage someone who doubts his ability to memorize Bible verses?
In Luke 17:20-21, Jesus said: “The kingdom of God does not come with observation; nor will they say, ‘See here!’ or ‘See there!’ For indeed, the kingdom of...
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How can "a son be given" that is to be called "the everlasting father"? Isaiah 9:6
The bible clearly teaches there is one God (Deut 6:4). The bible also clearly teaches that this One God has chosen to reveal himself through the bible as...
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How might Jesus encourage someone who doubts his ability to memorize Bible verses?
What is the purpose of bible memorisation? To remind ourselves of the important words of truth and encouragement from the bible to strengthen our faith and...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How might Jesus encourage someone who doubts his ability to memorize Bible verses?
I don't know the particular situation of the individual questioner, but it would seem to me that there would almost have to be facts related to his past and...
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Who was Pontius Pilate?
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How might Jesus encourage someone who doubts his ability to memorize Bible verses?
I'm too old to memorize, and besides that, my memory is not what it used to be. I doubt my ability to memorize God's Word. What encouragement is there f...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How can "a son be given" that is to be called "the everlasting father"? Isaiah 9:6
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Wow, I hadn't even thought of that--what you said Tim about Jesus' claim to Philip. Very good!!!