Why do people find it so hard to give their lives to Christ?
Good question and relevant, Julian Grear! I can only really speak for myself. I found it hard to give my life to Christ because of my pride. I took pride in...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does Paul mean by “casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God”
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I like how the MSG (the Message Bible) puts it: "The world is unprincipled. It’s dog-eat-dog out there! The world doesn’t fight fair. But we don’t live or...
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by Ranse Weatherford
How can I know if I am hearing God, hearing Satan, or hearing my own thoughts?
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The scriptures give us several keys. 1. love toward God must come first before love toward others. Mt. 22:37-49. 2. We know we are walking in love toward God...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What does the Bible say about oral sex?
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Charles Stanley you are a breath of fresh air. I haven't read anyone's comments on this thread that mirrors my own as much as yours. I especially like your...
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by Gene Coleman
Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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Michael Tinsley, I agree with you. Complete acceptance of and beliefs in Jesus Christ. Then baptism that is required is the baptism of the Holy Spirit, which...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why do people find it so hard to give their lives to Christ?
The "saved" are "forgiven," not "doing less sinning," or on the wagon for "designer sins." Forgiveness shines light on the one doing the forgiving. Saints...
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What does the bible say about being married to someone you are not 'in love' with?
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by Kimberly Bullock
Why are so many young people falling away from the faith?
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So many are falling away because they are watching people and their actions in the church and equating them with God. They aren’t seeking a personal...
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by Jeannette Shields
, Mom of three
Why is the love of money the root of all kinds of evil?
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Amen @James Kraft!! I have family and friends like that. In fact, I was like that!!
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does it mean that ethically God is just, merciful, and loving?
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In reading the question, I am uncertain of the implications of the use of the word "ethically"? How is the question as it is worded intended to be different...
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Aurel Gheorghe
Where do believers go after death?
The Bible teaches that humans sleep in death until they are resurrected at the end of time (Job 14:12). The resurrection of Lazarus is an example of this...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What is the meaning of 1 Timothy 2:12: "But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet."?
Terrific question, Romeo! I would say that ladies are allowed to educate. More seasoned ladies should instruct the more youthful ladies (Titus 2:3-4)....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How should Christians respond to the current protesting over police brutality and racism?
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Emo, you referenced Ecclesiastes 3:1 and Ecclesiastes 3:7 in your answer. The Washington Post newspaper said this: Reading from a Bible, House Speaker Nancy...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Do Catholics believe in Jesus' resurrection?
Apparently, a recent article in a British newspaper (readable at...
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michelle perry
, am a lowly servant and believer of Jesus Christ
What does the bible say about being married to someone you are not 'in love' with?
I am struggling myself with this issue even today. I got married when I was pregnant with my daughter at the time but was very much in love with my husband...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why do people find it so hard to give their lives to Christ?
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What a great answer! People have to come to the end of themselves to REPENT of being a sinner. We often hear "repent of their sin." We really repent of who...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Where do believers go after death?
Great question, Lehlohonolo! 1 Cor. 15:55 Where, O death, is your victory Paul quotes Hos 13:14 to taunt death on account of Christ’s victory. HEB 11:16 "But...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Should I support someone in the political arena that is doing something that God calls an abomination?
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All sin is an abomination to God and we are all sinners. So, we have to vote for the lesser of evils. There are sins God hates more than others, but all of...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What were the internal problems faced by the early church?
The church in Corinth was a mess. These were born again believers, Ephesians 1:13-14. But, some were still going to prostitutes, they were coming to...
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by Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
How should Christians respond to the current protesting over police brutality and racism?
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The American trinity; Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. In various locations in our nation we are watching the best Second Amendment lesson ever....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the doctrine of the New Testament?
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Ephesians 2:8-9 is probably the greatest salvation verse in the bible. There is so much in that one verse. For by grace ye are saved, (What Jesus did for us)...
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Ruth Ibekwe
What things does a sinner coming to Christ by faith have to believe?
First of all, the Bible says that no one comes to God except He (God) draws him. So I would say that the mere fact that you have a hunger to come to God...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does it mean to 'fall from grace'?
The verb ἐκπίπτω is used as in 2 Peter 3:17, "Lest - ye fall from (ἐκτέσητε) your own steadfastness." "Ye therefore, beloved, seeing ye know these things...
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sandra cummings
What does it mean that ethically God is just, merciful, and loving?
Psalms 25:8 - 14
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Lehlohonolo Makanke
, Evangelist
Where do believers go after death?
1 Corinthians 15:55
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why did the people in Genesis live such long lives?
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The earth travels around the sun at a speed of approximately 67,000 mph, rotating at roughly 1,000 mph. If it has slowed (which I don't believe), then how...
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kel gens
What is the Shekinah glory?
Shekinah glory is what the Israelites followed while being captive. It is like a stream of fire coming from the heavens. When ever the Israelites saw this...
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by Bruce Lyon
, Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly
Does John 3:13 mean that no one went to Heaven before Jesus?
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Nathan Toronga, First, you attribute what I say as somehow connected to Watchtower, which is not true. J.W.'s believe that Jesus is the arch-angel Michael,...
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by Gene Coleman
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
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Brian Stewart, you quote John 3:5 as reference to baptism. Is it not true, as I have be taught, that it more likely refers to the mother’s water being broken...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is God sending a warning?
Covid 19 around the planet, and the swarms of locusts in the middle east and Africa, are seem to match this scenario in today's world.
2 Chronicles 7:13
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Billy P Eldred
What is the spiritual gift of discerning spirits?
Here is an example of what I would call discerning of spirits: At our church a few years back, our pastor and another member had been on an outing together....
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Does the Bible support the SDA belief of investigative judgement?
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Agree, there is only one true word of God. One Bible. You believe all of it or none of it.
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why is living together before marriage considered living in sin?
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Danny, you hit it right on the head. No marriage license is necessary for God. Living together before marriage is not a sin if the couple committed...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the difference between the soul and spirit of man?
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We are made in the image of God. God the father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We are made up of three parts also. A body, a soul and a spirit. But...
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by Alex Harris
Who is Maitreya? Is Maitreya the antichrist?
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Thank you Richard for your encouraging response. This research came out of a very hard time in my life - 10 years full time ministry in India. The heart of...
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by Charles Crabtree
Is Jesus Michael the Archangel?
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I don't know who the captain is but KJV says Joshua worshipped the captain and the captain did not say not to do so as all angels do. Joshua 5:14-15 KJVS...
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by Gene Coleman
Does John 3:13 mean that no one went to Heaven before Jesus?
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Danny Hickman, it’s important to remember that Watchtower followers (Jehovah Witness) have created a bible of their own and they change scriptures in their...
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by Gene Coleman
Does John 3:13 mean that no one went to Heaven before Jesus?
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Danny Hickman, I totally agree. Jesus’s teaching was that others had not BEEN THERE AND then come BACK to earth. So yes, some may have gone the before His...
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by Gene Coleman
Does John 3:13 mean that no one went to Heaven before Jesus?
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James Kraft, thanks for your comments. Seems your and my understanding of the scriptures teaching is very much in agreement.
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by Richard Vas
Who is Maitreya? Is Maitreya the antichrist?
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Thank you Alex. Looking over the contents and the document, that looks like an extremely tasty read. Exactly the kind of things I've always sought to...
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Is salvation created by faith or is faith created by salvation?
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by James Kariuki
, Born Again Christian
Why did the soldiers break the legs of men crucified with Jesus?
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Thanks Tim Maas. This answer is an eye opener. God bless you.
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by Gene Coleman
Why did Jesus choose the wedding at Cana for His first miracle?
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Billy P Eldridge, I wondered if the reason Mary may have come to Jesus was He was her eldest son and her husband, Joesph, was already deceased. Perhaps it...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How should the church address a couple who is living together?
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This is precisely why many, many, many people don't attend worship services (church). They think they should be left alone to do as they want, and confess...