What does it mean that in God we live and move and have our being?
God IS. He is the source of everything. Without Him there is nothing...HE IS LIFE! Colossians 1:15-20.
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does it mean that in God we live and move and have our being?
This statement is a quotation from the Cretan philosopher Epimenides, which Paul cited during his address to the inhabitants of Athens, as recorded in Acts...
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by Vick Ehis
Is entire sanctification / sinless perfection possible in this life?
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Hello Joseph, I enjoyed reading your contribution to the subject of sanctification. If you don't mind, I'd like you to clarify a few things for me regarding...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What was the significance of the plague of gnats?
The fact that the desert dust became gnats was a judgment against Set, the Egyptian god of the desert. --Warren Wiersbe According to Wikipedia, Set is a god...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What is the basis for the new birth (John 3:14-18)?
In my opinion, the basis for the new birth from John 3:14-18 involved 3 things. First, the sacrifice of Christ in John 3:14-15. As Moses lifted up the snake...
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Thaddeus Ndubudeh
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Is it necessary to fully understand the Gospel to go to heaven? Is it enough to believe it, even if we do not fully understand it?
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Thank you, Jose, for your answer. Jesus, I ask that my neighbors would come to know You and begin walking in your grace. "He has saved us and called us to a...
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What does the Bible say about worry?
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What was the significance of the plague of gnats?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What was the significance of the plague of gnats?
Each of the plagues brought upon Egypt was designed to show the lack of power or control of a false god whom the Egyptians worshipped, and the superiority of...
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What are the things that I can do to remain faithful and a loving wife when my husband turned away from God and is not coming to church in over a year?
My husband and I have been through tough times in our 3 years and 6 months of marriage. We’ve been trying to have a baby and I got frustrated and started to ...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What was the significance of the plague of frogs?
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Interesting answer, Shirley. You are right: "In Egypt, the frog was a fertility symbol, and Heqet, the goddess of resurrection, fertility, and childbirth,...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Are Jews saved because they are God's chosen people?
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Well said Mr. Woody! We are all God's "chosen" people. After all we are created by Him. The question is, do we believe that He has told the truth. If we...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is there an age limit to how long we can live?
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Jack, what a great long life! Life is any age. We trust God to determine what is best. I had a niece that lived only several months. An enlarged heart took...
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Paula Fether
, Lifelong student of the scriptures
Is heaven sexless (Matthew 22:30)?
There is no expressed or implied reproduction in heaven found anywhere in the Bible. Though this is technically an argument from silence, the statement of...
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How should a Christian respond to beggars?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Is there an age limit to how long we can live?
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Gerald R. Hollenbeck 106, of Owego NY, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior Monday January 15th 2024 just days after celebrating his...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Is there an age limit to how long we can live?
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Shirley, my pastor wrote 2 days ago (Feb. 1, 2024), "My Uncle Gerald Hollenbeck died on January 15th last month at the age of 106."
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does the Bible say about humility?
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Guilty as charged! Too often did I start my answers with "In my humble opinion!" Pride has always been my weakness! I like what Jesus said about humility....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does the Bible say about humility?
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I like what Jesus said about it, "Do you want to stand out? Then step down. Be a servant. If you puff yourself up, you’ll get the wind knocked out of you....
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Zachary Campbell
What is God's view on the consumption of alcohol?
The Bible presents a nuanced view on alcohol consumption, offering both positive and negative perspectives. Here's a breakdown: **Positive view:** * **Gift...
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Zachary Campbell
Is heaven sexless (Matthew 22:30)?
The interpretation of Matthew 22:30 and its connection to the existence of sex in heaven is a complex and multifaceted topic with various theological and...
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Zachary Campbell
Why is self-denial a prerequisite to being a Christian (Luke 9:23)?
The concept of self-denial is a complex one that has been interpreted in many different ways by Christians throughout history. There is no single,...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is there an age limit to how long we can live?
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I believe that we are here until we fulfill the mission God has given us. That is UNLESS we become a victim of an accident or a war.
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Where/how do you draw the line between helping someone and allowing someone to take advantage of you?
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You never know what God is up to, but you should always suspect that he's up to something. Don't put yourself out to try and know before it's time for you to...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Where/how do you draw the line between helping someone and allowing someone to take advantage of you?
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These 'clinical Christian solution' answers and comments aren't helpful, in my opinion. You can list scriptures until you lose count, and all it does is make...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Where/how do you draw the line between helping someone and allowing someone to take advantage of you?
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I'm astounded for how the context of some of these philosophical questions get confused. I think a question like this is better asked of Dr Phil or some...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Who was Simeon in the Bible?
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https://ebible.com/questions/21138-who-was-simeon
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Zachary Campbell
Were the Jews encouraged to build because of danger or because of disgrace? (Nehemiah 2:17)
The interpretation of Nehemiah 2:17 and the Jews' motivation for rebuilding Jerusalem can be complex and multifaceted. Here are different perspectives to...
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Zachary Campbell
Do I need to be baptized again as an adult if I was baptized in a Catholic church as a baby?
The interpretation of Nehemiah 2:17 and the Jews' motivation for rebuilding Jerusalem can be complex and multifaceted. Here are different perspectives to...
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What is God's view on the consumption of alcohol?
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What was the significance of the plague of frogs?
All of the plagues were against the gods/goddesses of Egypt. Hequet was a frog headed goddess of fertility. In Exodus 8:1-7, the plague of frogs is placed on...
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by Ron De Palma
Was Mary merely the carrier of Jesus or was her actual egg used as part of the total seed which became the Son of God?
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I agree with you 100%. Hebrews 10:5 tells us that a body was prepared for Him. Jesus is the Only Begotten of the Father; hence, Jesus (the Word) 'clothed'...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How do I “study” the Bible, without knowing anything about the Bible for 27 years of my life?
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Or, Carly, you could try to SOAP method of Bible study: What Does SOAP Stand For? SOAP is an acronym that stands for: S: Scripture O: Observation A:...
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by Danny Dolan
Why did the old prophet lie to the man of God causing his death?
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Just my thoughts. God can use anyone and anything to speak to his people. God can even turn a false prophet into a "broken clock" if He wants to. As for the...
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John Appelt
Why is self-denial a prerequisite to being a Christian (Luke 9:23)?
Luke 9:23, and the parallel accounts in Matthew 16:24-27 and Mark 8:34-38, speak of the only time Jesus spoke about self-denial. When Jesus was speaking...
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Why did the old prophet lie to the man of God causing his death?
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Leslie Coutinho
Will there be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture?
Zechariah 12:10: And I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the spirit of grace and of supplications: and they shall...
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by Aimee Williams
How could Jesus be made sin when He was sinless? (2 Corinthians 5:21)
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Yes, thank you very much! fixed it. :)
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Why does God allow us to go through trials and tribulations?
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Preach it, brother! I love your reference to Isaiah 2:18! Thank you, Singapore!
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
When exactly will the tears be wiped away?
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Good point, Singapore, about no more pain. As I am in my golden years I look forward to this promise of Jesus being fulfilled more than ever. As Mercy Chinwo...
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by Lisa Ell
, Bible College graduate - BTH (Pastoral Ministry, Xtian Ed.)
Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?
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Interesting, your comments of Christ. I might open up a whole can of worms here, but I always think of God as not being male or female as He is more of a...
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by Helmut Fischl
, Retired
Who are the dead in Christ?
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Brother Greg, best rendition of this question I have read in a long time. It is truth.
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by Lisa Ell
, Bible College graduate - BTH (Pastoral Ministry, Xtian Ed.)
Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?
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Thank you for answering. I have struggled with all of this for many years. I've never been a proud or arrogant person after fame or fortune. Quite the...