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

In the Bible what are some symbols of divine judgment?

If I am interpreting the question correctly, some of the Biblical symbols of judgment (as opposed to literal forms of punishment or affliction used by God)...

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What is the meaning of those who were raised to life at Jesus death?

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What made the fountains of the deep/springs burst forth?

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Is there a time when the Lord will not be near?

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How can I find joy in the midst of trials?

June 14 2019

Comment by Jim Skelton

Why did God need Lot to leave Sodom and Gomorrah in order to destroy it if He is powerful enough to do whatever He wants?

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Nice job Tim! I agree, Yes it was a lesson in obedience for Lot as well as his daughters as they were instructed "not to look back" as Lot's wife did...

June 14 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Are we living in the end times?

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If we say a saved sinner has to have works, or will do good works, then we are saying that Jesus works are not good enough. We are saved without works. Free...

June 14 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Are we living in the end times?

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We can only be saved by faith without works. We receive the free gift of salvation by grace. Romans 11:6 Romans 4:5.But to him that worketh not, but...

June 14 2019

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

What does the Bible say about an unhappy marriage?

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Why would the Pharisees "test" Jesus by asking Him if it was lawful for a man to divorce his wife?(Mk 10:2) His answer was a question. He asked what had...

June 14 2019

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

What does the Bible say about an unhappy marriage?

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God did not say "infidelity is the only reason in which divorce is allowed." The bible states that Jesus said 'the person who divorces except for infidelity...

June 14 2019

Answer by ainsley chalmers , Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.

What is the Intelligent Design Theory?

The intelligent design (ID) can ascribe our creation to some master planner or alien but really cannot explain why there is a deterioration of creation over...

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

Are we living in the end times?

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Mr Richardson, Faith is faith all on its own. Works don't prove faith. On that day many will say to me, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name... and...

June 14 2019

Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

Who will go to heaven?

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Kel, since the body goes to ‘sleep’ at death and ‘awakes’ at the resurrection does not mean that the soul/spirit also ‘sleeps’ during this period. When we...

June 14 2019

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

Was Mary Magdalene considered an apostle or a disciple?

Comment:
Great answer John. A disciple is a student. An apostle is a messenger. It's as simple as that. The gender of a disciple or an apostle is not relevant to the...

June 14 2019

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

Does the Bible advocate arranged marriages?

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"The bible is silent on this issue." That, IN MY OPINION, is the correct short answer. Not even Isaac and Rebbeca's marriage was arranged in the way that...

June 14 2019

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

What exactly does the phrase mean, "No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper."?

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God tells us that weapons and words used against us will not be successful. We must condemn such malicious behavior knowing we are with God and He will not...

June 14 2019

Comment by Dale Richardson

Are we living in the end times?

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Salvation is a free gift from God because there is nothing that you can do that makes you deserve salvation. No work that you can do will undo the fact that...

June 14 2019

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

Are we living in the end times?

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Mr Richardson, All you stated about what constitutes a "work" is true. Your point seems to be what you stated about "works" being evidence of your faith. Mr...

June 14 2019

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Will there still be death, suffering, and sin during the millenial kingdom?

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What is Hamartiology?

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Is there a biblical list of sins?

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What is original sin?

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What is the sin unto death?

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Is ISIS a sign of the end times?

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Does Bible prophecy predict that there will be a World War 3 (III, three) before the end times?

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How many more prophecies must be fulfilled before Jesus returns?

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Who is Epaphras?

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What does it mean that there will be wars and rumors of wars before the end times?

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What made the fountains of the deep/springs burst forth?

June 13 2019

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

What does Romans 9:21 mean in regards to molding people for different purposes?

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Bible strong answer, my Brother! A vote up and a Favorite star I give you. --ANDY--

June 13 2019

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Does God predestine people to be saved?

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James, very Bible strong answer and I am overdue in telling you this. --ANDY--

June 13 2019

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What does it mean that Jesus is the Son of Man?

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What exactly does the phrase mean, "No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper."?

June 13 2019

Comment by luanne hastings

What is the Jesus drug (dimethyltryptamine)?

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Lynn... First congratulations on being clean and sober, God Bless you and continue the good life thru Jesus Christ.,,, Yes Satan can deceive. He is the...

June 13 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Are we living in the end times?

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First Thessalonians 4:13-18, and First Corinthians 15:51-53. it is called the caught up. Or catching away to meet the Lord in the clouds. Ephesians 4:30 And...

June 13 2019

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

Should Christian women wear pants?

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When 6 of us, my same-age cousin boys and I were teenagers and good at water skiing (1 of my cousins was on the Tomahawk, WI ski team), we used to put on...

June 13 2019

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

Are we living in the end times?

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Judy Jentz, You are spot on. Of course the "end times" began after it was introduced into the consciousness of man. The mere fact that it was said that "no...

June 13 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can I know for sure that I will go to Heaven when I die?

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We can only be saved by what He did for us plus nothing. Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, (the bad news,) but the GIFT of God is eternal life,...

June 13 2019

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

Are we living in the end times?

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Mr Heck, I don't understand your point about saying the material that was used for the commandments. My point is that the Ten Commandments serve the same...

June 13 2019

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Was Adam and Eve's sin really about eating a piece of forbidden fruit?

June 13 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Are we living in the end times?

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Faith is apart from works. Roman 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, and we all sin and we all die, but the GIFT of God is eternal life. We are saved the...

June 13 2019

Comment by kel gens

Who will go to heaven?

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Daniel 12:2 - Many of those who sleep in the dust of the ground will awake, these to "everlasting life", but the others to disgrace and everlasting contempt....

June 13 2019

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What are the different English Bible versions?

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Must Elijah return before the end times?

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Who is the promised messenger of Malachi 3:1?

June 12 2019

Comment by Helmut Fischl , Retired

Is prayer to saints or Mary biblical?

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Hi John, you have an interesting view and I’m sure that God is hearing the prayers. If he accepts them is a different issue. He hates idolatry. Why would you...

June 12 2019