Does this verse mean that man’s fate is the same as that of animals? (Ecclesiastes 3:19)
Some commentaries on this verse that I have read state that Solomon was speaking from the perspective of one "under the sun" -- that is, from a naturalistic...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Does God overrule our intentions? (Genesis 50:20)
I would say that (as Romans 8:28 says) God is able to make ALL things (which I take to mean things that are both good and bad from a human perspective) work...
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by John Smith
What day is the Sabbath, Saturday or Sunday? Do Christians have to observe the Sabbath day?
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Gary: I understand you thoughts that all of the 613 laws to include God's 10 commandments were done away with by Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Some of...
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by Vern purchase
How should I understand the concept of the Father God?
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My concept of the Father God is one of a father, child relationship. I feel that I can talk to God as if I could my own human father, but God, the Father has...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Does this verse mean that man’s fate is the same as that of animals? (Ecclesiastes 3:19)
19 For that which befalleth the sons of men befalleth beasts; even one thing befalleth them: as the one dieth, so dieth the other; yea, they have all one bre...
Ecclesiastes 3:19
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by Julie Favazza
In the Bible what are some symbols of divine judgment?
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What I have found in my studying of God’s Word is that we must go back to the beginning. The symbolism used in the Old Testament repeats itself in the New...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Were Cain and Abel twins?
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Well said? If Cain and Abel were twins the bible would have said so. The way the story is written shouldn't cause us to change the meaning. For instance:...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
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John 12:32 And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, Will draw all men unto me. John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is abuse an acceptable reason for divorce?
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Amen. First Corinthians 5:5 Turn such a one over to Satan to kill the flesh so that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord. This born again believer...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Is it biblical for a pastor to perform a marriage for unequally yoked partners?
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I'm sorry Tim, but I must protest. "...Unwilling to accept Christ." I hear that said often, and that's not how a relationship with Jesus begins. An offer of...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
Why is it better to let someone else praise you? (Proverbs 27:2)
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, as we look at this scripture and think about it purely from a natural standpoint, it seems to make perfect sense. After...
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by Terri Armen
Why is it better to let someone else praise you? (Proverbs 27:2)
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One word explanation — humility.
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does it mean to trust in God’s name? (Psalm 20:7)
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AMEN! As the hymn says, there is power in the name of Jesus! There is power in His mighty Name!
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does it mean that 'by His stripes we are healed'?
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Exactly! As He said, It is finished!!
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by Meluleki Maphosa
, Amateur Bible Student
What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?
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Thank you for this answer. It makes a lot of sense to me. I especially like the point you bring out so eloquently that it was common place to write on stone...
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by Bree Andy
What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?
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"Study" in the English of King James' time meant "work hard; be diligent." Of course, one way of working hard to "show" (or in modern English, "present")...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Is abuse an acceptable reason for divorce?
I would say that it depends on what the abuse is: Explicit Divorce Allowances The Bible only explicitly allows divorce for two reasons. Köstenberger, who is...
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by Kenneth Heck
What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?
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This is an interesting explanation. According to Ex. 34:1, Moses hewed the two tablets for the second set, but God again wrote the words upon the tablets. If...
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How do "ministering spirits" help those who are to inherit salvation?
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by Uisdean Uisdean
Where did Joel Osteen get the saying "this is my Bible I can do what it says I can do"?
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In my opinion, I don't think you understand his point. It was written to a people in exile. Americans do not think they are in exile. Thus the verse is not...
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by Uisdean Uisdean
Where did Joel Osteen get the saying "this is my Bible I can do what it says I can do"?
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Please explain "defeated lives". When Paul says he can do all things through GOD, he means all, including dying from cancer, being poor, and suffering for...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Does God overrule our intentions? (Genesis 50:20)
20 You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. (NIV)
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does it mean to trust in God’s name? (Psalm 20:7)
I found a good outline of Psalm 20: Psalm 20 1. A Praying People (Psalm 20:1-5). NET For the music director; a psalm of David. May the Lord answer 2 you 3...
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by Boitumelo Dube
What does it mean that 'by His stripes we are healed'?
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Amen and amen, Bob. He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. Psalms 107:20. God sent the word, Jesus, to restore us to...
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Daniel Donaldson
, Bible teacher, author of The Mystery of the Blood Covenants
What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?
In my opinion, all depictions in all movies and most if not all other artwork showing the “Ten Commandments” on stone tablets; are completely inaccurate and...
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What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?
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What does it mean to have the power of the Holy Spirit come down upon you?
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What do we learn from the life of Zacchaeus the publican?
Meeting Jesus changed Zacchaeus into a completely new person. And Jesus wants everyone to believe in Him so they can be new creations, too! Jesus died on the...
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What does it mean that we live in a fallen world?
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What is cheap grace?
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What does it mean to trust in God’s name? (Psalm 20:7)
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What is an apostle?
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What can I do to ensure that my children go to heaven?
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Pamela Davis
What does it mean to trust in God’s name? (Psalm 20:7)
The verses, “Some trust in chariots and some in horses but we will trust in the name of the Lord our God.” basically state that many people trust in...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Why was a law against incestous relations put in place when it (incest) had been practiced out of necessity prior to this?
In analyzing the book of Leviticus, I must keep in mind that in Leviticus the call to holiness involved regulations concerning the sanctity of the Tabernacle...
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by Greta Coss
What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?
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My husband and I talk about this a lot. He doesn't trust the Bible because it was written by imperfect men. I forever will stand by my faith that Good will...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
In the Bible what are some symbols of divine judgment?
Psalm 38:2 2Your arrows have pierced me, and your hand has come down on me. Psalm 120:4 4He will punish you with a warrior's sharp arrows, with burning co...
Psalms 120:2
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How accurate is the MSG translation?
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I love The Message Bible! I often quote it to others. I first discovered it as one among "those who had read the Bible all their lives but now found it 'old...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Is it wrong for a husband and wife to have separate bank accounts?
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Shanna Duck, I almost always agree with bro Houdmann on matters of "christian" and biblical doctrine and truth, but usually disagree on matters of cultural...
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jasmine Roberts
Does Mark 16:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
The Bible clearly says that we are to be baptized in the Holy Spirit. John came to baptize with water for a call to repentance. Jesus came to baptize with...
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How can an innocent child be wicked from the womb? (Psalm 58:3)
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What is the difference between praise and worship?
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What is the seal of the Holy Spirit?
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We all can plainly see the direction of the disciples being taught by Jesus Christ, and then repenting in the upper room, scared for there lives. Then...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What does it mean to trust in God’s name? (Psalm 20:7)
7 Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.
Psalms 20:7