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Comment by Lehlohonolo Makanke , Evangelist

Where do believers go after death?

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Thank you so much for your reply, may God bless you. Can you relate that with Luke 23, 42; Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your kingdom!...

June 18 2020

Comment by Lehlohonolo Makanke , Evangelist

Where do believers go after death?

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Again please read 2 Corinthians 5:6, 8-9NLT “So we are always confident, even though we know that as long as we live in these bodies we are not at home with...

June 18 2020

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

Why was God so evident in the Bible, and seems so hidden today?

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Yes, sin abounds, but that means it increases in volume. When this was written, Romans 5, there wasn't a billion people on earth. Now that there are 7.66...

June 18 2020

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

Why was God so evident in the Bible, and seems so hidden today?

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I think sinfulness was even greater in the past than it is now. There were some horrible practices in the past that were thought to be okay that are seen now...

June 18 2020

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

Why was God so evident in the Bible, and seems so hidden today?

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David Sutton, Jesus prayed that He had "Made [God's] name known to them, and will make it known, so that the love with which You loved Me may be in them, and...

June 18 2020

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

What would be some verses in the Psalms (my favorite book) about hope?

Psalms 9:18 Psalms 33:18, 22 Psalms 39:7 Psalms 42:5, 11 Psalms 43:5 Psalms 62:5 Psalms 71:5, 14 Psalms 119:49, 116, 166 Psalms 130:5, 7 Psalms 131:3 Psalms...

June 18 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Tim Holder

Is mental illness caused by evil spirits?

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Thank you so much. This is very well worded and thoughtful. And backed by scripture.

June 18 2020

Answer by Tor Edge

What did Jesus mean when he said, "But I say to you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in My Father's kingdom."?

There are 8 different kingdoms mentioned in scriptures, 1) the kingdom of God 2) Satan's kingdom,3) gentile kingdoms, 4) the Jewish kingdom - Israel, 5) the...

June 18 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why was God so evident in the Bible, and seems so hidden today?

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You make some good points. The media is a secular entity, since it's not a function of the church. But there are many saints in the media business....

June 18 2020

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When Jesus was nailed to the cross did the nails go through His hands or His wrists?

June 18 2020

Comment by Angela prince

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

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Look at 1 Peter 1 - "Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia,"...

June 17 2020

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

Why was God so evident in the Bible, and seems so hidden today?

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"Not to set up a scientific experiment to see if God exists or not." Good point! That's not a sincere search for God, and is a common approach to seeking...

June 17 2020

Answer by Joseph Trujillo

Will there be a third temple built before Christ's second coming?

"Do not trust in deceptive words, saying, 'This is the temple of the Lord, the temple of the Lord, the temple of the Lord." Jeremiah 7:4 Here Jeremiah is...

June 17 2020 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why was God so evident in the Bible, and seems so hidden today?

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Great comments all around, Faith Cross. God seems hidden... He's not, He's with us individually and collectively at all times, but our perspectives are of...

June 17 2020

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

Why was God so evident in the Bible, and seems so hidden today?

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Great scripture outline! God doesn't need to "show" Himself, in fact, staying "hidden" will cause the hungry lost soul to seek Him more diligently. Mr...

June 17 2020

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

Why did the instructions for the number of instruments to be used in Daniel 3 (worshipping the golden image) change from 6 to 5?

In reviewing the cited passage, I found at least one translation (the New American Standard Bible) that lists six instruments in each of verses 5, 7, and 10,...

June 17 2020 Follow Vote Up

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Who was Pontius Pilate?

June 17 2020

Comment by Philip Davies

Can Christians play video games that involve roleplaying as characters who break the law?

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Thanks for your comment Danny. You might be right that there is a difference between what you shouldn't do (let's call that sin) and what you should do...

June 17 2020

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June 17 2020

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

Why did the instructions for the number of instruments to be used in Daniel 3 (worshipping the golden image) change from 6 to 5?

I would fully agree with the inspiration and inerrancy of the text in its original form. However, in my opinion, that belief is not incompatible with...

June 17 2020 Follow Vote Up

Question by Charles Kincade

Why did the instructions for the number of instruments to be used in Daniel 3 (worshipping the golden image) change from 6 to 5?

In Daniel there are 6 instruments listed to be played when all must then bow down and kneel to the metal image constructed by Nebuchadnezzar. The instrument...

Daniel 3:1 - 30

June 17 2020 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Can Christians play video games that involve roleplaying as characters who break the law?

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Lena, I have to strongly disagree with you. Jesus wasn't talking about fantasizing, like you're saying. He was talking about lusting for someone. Lust is...

June 17 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How should Christians respond to the current protesting over police brutality and racism?

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John 3:18 I will get to meet your wife. And my second oldest son and three grand children are there waiting for me along with my savior who loved me and gave...

June 16 2020

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

Is the personal prophecy concept biblical?

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Wow! WOW!! Love your great answer to this question, Mary McDonald! AMEN!

June 16 2020

Comment by Murray Roulstone , A Watchman on the Wall

What does Jesus mean by "this generation will not pass away"?

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As I see it, the disciples asked 3 questions. Verse 3 reads "..Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end...

June 16 2020

Answer by R K

Should a Christian join a fraternity / sorority?

Most social groups like college sororities and fraternities are "secret" organizations. They keep their membership "commitments" secret and usually involve...

June 16 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Gerald E Boor

What does circumcision refer to in Colossians 2:11?

There is no question that PHYSICAL circumcision under the old covenant became SPIRITUAL circumcision of the heart under the new covenant. Many, many passages...

June 16 2020 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How was the water created by God? Why does Genesis 1:1-2 not say that God spoke the water into existence?

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Guys, Are we still talking about "why wasn't it spelled out how the water got there? That's the question, right? It was spelled out. Genesis 1 says, 'In the...

June 16 2020

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

Should a Christian have hobbies?

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You framed it the right way from the start James. "Balance" is the trick. As with anything, a mentally unhealthy person can get confused about how much...

June 15 2020

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

Should a Christian have hobbies?

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I couldn't have imagined that having hobbies would ever be questioned, as if keeping busy doing things you like to do can hurt your relationship with Jesus....

June 15 2020

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Did the Israelites in the book of Exodus cross the Red Sea or the Reed Sea?

June 15 2020

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What does the Bible say about government?

June 15 2020

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

What does it mean to be absent from the body?

And willing rather to be absent from the body - We would prefer to die. The same idea occurs in Philippians 1:23. "Having a desire to depart and to be with...

June 15 2020 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about favoritism?

June 15 2020

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What is the time of Jacob's trouble?

June 15 2020

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

What does circumcision refer to in Colossians 2:11?

I concur with Aurel Gheorghe who discussed Deuteronomy (Deut. 10:16; 30:6.) See his remark above. Furthermore, frequently in the Old Testament, God cautioned...

June 15 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why does God command Christians to sing?

To me, singing is indicative of an elevated level of joy or praise, and a stirring of emotions (as compared with speaking or talking), just as celebratory...

June 15 2020 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Phil noble

On what day was Jesus crucified?

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In one sense what really counts is that Jesus was crucified and rose from the dead. On the other hand we would not want to be accused of teaching a lie about...

June 15 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does 1 Peter 2:9 mean when it refers to believers as peculiar people?

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First Corinthians 3:11-21 says a believer by faith alone, will be rewarded in heaven for works. But, we are not saved by works. That would make us the savior...

June 15 2020

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

Why should I (a Mormon) consider becoming a Christian?

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I was in danger of becoming a Mormon after I had just become a Christian. I was a new Christian and Mormon teachers came over to my house and tried to get my...

June 15 2020

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

Why does God command Christians to sing?

I believe that He (God) orders us to sing in light of the fact that He realizes that singing can assist us with recollecting words. (So we ought to sing...

June 15 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What would be some verses in the Psalms (my favorite book) about God's guidance?

PS 25:9 The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way. PS 31:3 For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake...

June 15 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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Why does God command Christians to sing?

Psalms 96:1 - 2

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Comment by Ruth Ibekwe

What things does a sinner coming to Christ by faith have to believe?

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Oh wow! Such a good acronym. It's perfect!

June 15 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean to be a living sacrifice?

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We must keep salvation by grace, the free gift from God apart from works, separate from discipleship which is for rewards in heaven. No one ever got saved by...

June 15 2020

Comment by Gene Coleman

Is Jesus the only way to heaven?

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David Whitley, maybe a more complete understanding of the original meaning of words "belief" or "believes" understood at the time the scriptures were written...

June 15 2020