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What are the different names and titles of Jesus Christ?

December 26 2023

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

Does the Bible teach situational ethics?

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Absolutely Nick. We live in a very strange world. God has given us a mind to use and discern.

December 25 2023

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

Does the Bible teach situational ethics?

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Agree, Miss Janet. Life is fraught with difficult choices. I know all about nursing home situations. Sometimes things seem oh, so wrong. But, I agree that...

December 25 2023

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

If Jesus was God, how could He pray to God? Was Jesus praying to Himself?

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God doesn't have a wife and he has a Son. God has never had a wife and he has a Son. God had a Son before he gave his Son Jesus a mother. Jesus needed a...

December 25 2023

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

If Jesus was God, how could He pray to God? Was Jesus praying to Himself?

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Melissa, I'm going to give it a shot to try and help you get a better understanding of what it means that Jesus and God are one. (there are people who say...

December 25 2023

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

If Jesus was God, how could He pray to God? Was Jesus praying to Himself?

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The reason I know God knows my needs and provides for me before I pray, is because he was providing for me, protecting me, guiding me, blessing me...

December 25 2023

Answer by Ursula S Monroe

Is it wrong for a husband and wife to have separate bank accounts?

My husband and I married in our 60’s both having previous families. We decided that keeping our finances apart was acceptable for our situations. We are...

December 25 2023 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

If Jesus was God, how could He pray to God? Was Jesus praying to Himself?

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I see here at least one response that says, 'Jesus didn't really need the Father's help when he prayed, he was just praying as an example to us.' How can...

December 25 2023

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

What does it mean regarding the birth of Jesus: “And on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased”?

First, see the context: "Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God and saying, 'Glory to God in highest...

December 25 2023 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Arunas Rutkus

What is the meaning of this scripture? What is the significance of the man who made the earth tremble?

“Those who see you will gaze at you, they will consider you, saying, ‘Is this the man who made the earth tremble, who shook kingdoms?'" ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭14‬:‭16‬ ...

December 25 2023 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Where is heaven? What is the location of heaven?

One thing we do know about heaven is that it is not part of our universe because our universe is wearing out, but heaven isn’t, it is eternal. That is, it...

December 25 2023 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about keeping your vows / oaths?

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What about swearing on the bible in a court of law to tell the truth? Is this permissible for a Christian to do so?

December 25 2023

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What are the conditions for being able to enter into the kingdom of God?

December 25 2023

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Why did Jesus call the Father the only true God?

December 25 2023

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What was the meaning of Jesus walking on water?

December 25 2023

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Why does Christ's righteousness need to be imputed to us?

December 24 2023

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

Why did Jesus call the Father the only true God?

Jesus called the Father the only true God because there is only one true God as opposed to all the idols and false gods that mankind pays homage to. He...

December 24 2023 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

If Jesus was God, why did He call God "My God?"

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Let me be clear. When Jesus said he'd been given all authority in heaven and on earth, he didn't mean he is now Lord of the Father. He didn't mean he was now...

December 24 2023

Answer by Leslie Coutinho

Did Jonah die while he was in the belly of the fish?

Jonah 2:1-2: Then Jonah prayed unto the Lord his God out of the fish’s belly, and said, "I cried by reason of my affliction unto the Lord, and he heard me;...

December 24 2023 14 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

If Jesus was God, why did He call God "My God?"

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Jesus is the ONE OF A KIND SON OF GOD man. He is not the Father, he's the Son. Jesus and Jehovah are two different Persons. Both are the eternal God. The...

December 24 2023

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What are some things to notice when we read Luke's Christmas story? (Luke 2:1-21)

December 23 2023

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What are some things to notice when we read Luke's Christmas story? (Luke 2:1-21)

December 23 2023

Answer by Dave Mohler , Preacher's kid.

What exactly is meant by "in the abundance of your trade"? Was this referencing Lucifer's trade or the King of Tyre?

The opening verse of Ezekiel 28 tells Ezekiel to "say [to] the prince of Tyre" regarding the condition of his evil heart. Then in verse 12 Ezekiel is told to...

December 23 2023 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Is joking a sin? What does the Bible say about telling jokes?

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The question is asked whether telling jokes is sin, and the first thing that comes to some of our minds are dirty jokes. Or jokes we know to be...

December 23 2023

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

Is joking a sin? What does the Bible say about telling jokes?

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Why is it so hard to give a clear answer to such a soft question? Either telling jokes is sinning or it isn't. Of course, we all know that there is...

December 23 2023

Answer by Leslie Coutinho

Where were the wise men from? What is known about their belief regarding the star and how it was to identify our Lord?

Matthew 2:1: Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem. Who were...

December 23 2023 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What was the "water like a river" that came out of the serpent's mouth (Rev. 12:15)?

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Tim, that could be true, or here's another opinion: "The serpent poured water like a river out of his mouth after the woman – most likely this is figurative...

December 23 2023

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

Why did Jesus come to Earth?

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Tim, great answer. Here’s a list of eight gifts Dr. McGee says every child of God receives when they believe in Him: 1. The gift of His presence in your life...

December 23 2023

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Why did Satan tempt Eve to eat the forbidden fruit instead of Adam?

December 22 2023

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Who is Jesus Christ?

December 22 2023

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What is the book of Nahum?

December 22 2023

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What is God's view on the consumption of alcohol?

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Thank You! That makes sense to me. For John the Baptist, perhaps it was necessary for him to remain "clean" for the sake of discernment, in order to do God's...

December 22 2023

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Is Jesus Michael the Archangel?

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How fitting that this question be answered by you, Michael. The name Michael comes from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha’el), which means “who is like God?”...

December 22 2023

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What is a Jesus freak?

December 22 2023

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

How can I help my dad grow closer to God?

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This is probably a tough row to hoe. I say probably because I don't know these feelings. My parents "looked" saved to me my whole life. I think I would have...

December 22 2023

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

How can I help my dad grow closer to God?

Have you ever tried to help anyone else grow closer to God? If so, the fact that this time it's your dad doesn't change anything. Here's a very similar Bible...

December 22 2023 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is God's view on the consumption of alcohol?

I would say that the Bible does not absolutely condemn or prohibit the consumption of alcohol (since there are multiple verses that speak of wine in a...

December 21 2023 4 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What was the "water like a river" that came out of the serpent's mouth (Rev. 12:15)?

In my opinion, the symbolism of the water pouring from the serpent's mouth represents persecution and ill will arising not from governments and rulers, but...

December 21 2023 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

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

How should Christians respond to the "War on Christmas"?

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Natalie, I saw this movie. Have you seen it? Christmas with a Capital C is a 2010 American Christian comedy-drama direct-to-DVD film directed by Helmut...

December 21 2023

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What was the "water like a river" that came out of the serpent's mouth (Rev. 12:15)?

The serpent poured water like a river out of his mouth after the woman. What was the water a symbol of?

December 21 2023 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by G Wagener

What is God's view on the consumption of alcohol?

Judges 13:2-7 and Luke 1:13-15 The above verses foretell of the birth of important leaders and prophets who "shall not engage in the consumption of wine ...

Luke 1:13 - 15

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Why did Satan tempt Eve to eat the forbidden fruit instead of Adam?

December 21 2023

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

What are the differing concepts of creation of Islam, Hinduism and Christianity?

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Christianity: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis%201&version=NIV Hinduism:...

December 21 2023

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What exactly is meant by being "filled with the fullness of God" mentioned in Ephesians 3:19?

December 21 2023

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

Is it wrong to say "Xmas" instead of "Christmas"?

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Dean, you said, "I for one will defend singing "Silent Night" anywhere this harsh world prohibits it." Dean, you are not the only one. I join you in this!

December 20 2023

Comment by Steve Mills

Were the Israelites slaves as we perceive that term today?

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Thanks for that. My Bible also states "plundering". I wasn't sure how to interprate it.

December 20 2023

Comment by Steve Mills

Were the Israelites slaves as we perceive that term today?

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Thanks for that. My Bible also states "plundering". I wasn't sure how to interprate it.

December 20 2023

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

Were the Israelites slaves as we perceive that term today?

The Bible indicates that, when the Israelites first settled in Egypt, they were treated well by the Egyptians because of the favor in which Jacob's son...

December 20 2023 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

How should Christians respond to the "War on Christmas"?

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Well said, Jennifer. If victory came through the death of Jesus Christ (1 Cor 15:1-4), who then loves for this world to rather place all the focus on His...

December 20 2023