What does the Bible say about sorcery?
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I agree I don't understand so many Christians embracing Harry Pottery, and Disney. Most of the Disney productions are full of advocating of witchcraft for...
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How does the Holy Spirit help a Christian in times of trouble?
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Jesus said he is a comforter sent from God, to bring things back to our remembrance, whatever Jesus has said to us. Since we are in a spiritual war it has to...
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by Bob Johnson
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How should a Christian view gun control?
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Dear Mr. Hickman. Jesus was most certainly being literal about swords in the passage of Luke 22. You are referring to non-related passages where the sword, I...
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by Jay Saunders
How can the Holy Spirit be in everyone at the same time?
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There are corporate and personal manifestations of the Holy Spirit. But the Holy Spirit indwells those that God chooses to indwell. The bible clearly says...
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
How do I word the beginning of my prayer?
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I do as well, my sister...the very same way...sane words with complete reverence because God is our "Father who Art in Heaven.....!!!" A vote up and a Kudos!...
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Tim Maas
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What day did Passover fall on preceding Jesus resurrection?
As indicated by the verse cited in the question, the Passover associated with Jesus' death and resurrection began at sundown on the day now commonly called...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Who are the sons of Israel referred to in Numbers 22:3?
The "sons of Israel" can refer either to the twelve individual sons of Jacob (to whom God gave the name Israel in Genesis 32:24-30), or to the collective...
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What happens to a person who commits a terrible crime, such as a child rapist, when he dies?
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by JD Abshire
How do we defend verses like Psalms 37:25 when there ARE so many starving children?
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Excellent Emo! Matter of fact so complete I hesitate to comment. I do believe Exodus 34:7 is an appropriate reference. "Keeping mercy for thousands,...
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Melanie Spindler
, Imperfect Christ-Follower, lover of God, seeker of Truth
What happens to a person who commits a terrible crime, such as a child rapist, when he dies?
Agreed with Mr. Maas. All sin is mortal sin as it separates us from a holy God and all sin will bear consequences (Numbers 14:34, Jeremiah 32:18). All people...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What happens to a person who commits a terrible crime, such as a child rapist, when he dies?
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That is absolutely true. We all deserve to go to hell because we are all sinners to a degree. We have all missed the mark of perfection. That is why Jesus...
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Trish Whitehouse
What is the 'Free the Nipple' movement and how should a Christian respond to it?
Although breast- feeding is a natural gift given by God to produce, not only nurturing of food substance to a little infant, but also a close physical bond...
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by Kenneth Heck
What is the age of the earth? How old is the earth?
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Today we call our planet "earth" even though over 70% of its surface is covered with water. Since this is a web site concerned with the bible, I believe the...
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by Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
What is the age of the earth? How old is the earth?
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Kenneth: Your point about the Book of Genesis only dealing with things that can be seen is also well taken. Things that are not seen such as microbes etc....
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Albert Ogier
Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?
The rapture was not heard of until the17th century and it is confused by a lot of false teaching. It was introduced to calm people's fears regarding going...
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by Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
What is the age of the earth? How old is the earth?
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Kenneth: I want to commend you for your questions because they are insightful. Not many would distinguish between the two “earths” mentioned in Genesis 1:1...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why are Christians pro-life when it comes to abortion while at the same time in favor of the death penalty and supportive of war?
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Great answer Aurel. It seems that our understanding of abortion, war, and the death penalty depends heavily on our political views mixed with our biblical...
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Who are the sons of Israel referred to in Numbers 22:3?
Jacob’s name was changed to Israel. Is that where the reference to the sons of Israel comes from?
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
What is the power of the Holy Spirit?
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JD. As usual, a most excellent answer! A vote up and a big Kudos! --Andy--
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Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
What is the age of the earth? How old is the earth?
Based upon current scientific evidence, the earth is about 4.5 billion years old. Genesis 1:1 mentions the earth being created after the heavens. There is no...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the 'Free the Nipple' movement and how should a Christian respond to it?
As I understand it, the Free the Nipple movement focuses on the issue of women not being allowed to appear topless in public, as men are. Apparently, this...
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What does the Bible say about sorcery?
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Tim Maas
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Do angels feel pain?
In my opinion, although angels can assume visible (as in Luke 2:9-13) or even physical (as in Genesis 18-19) form, they are by nature immortal spirit beings....
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Who / What is the restrainer in 2 Thessalonians 2:6?
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What does the Bible say about ego?
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Why did God change Jacob's name to Israel?
I view Jacob being given the name Israel as somewhat similar to Jesus giving Simon the name Peter. In both cases the new names were bestowed in recognition...
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by Christie Pam
What prayer pleases God?
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In my opinion there is no absolute answer but the prayer of a humble heart pleases God the most.
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by Carl Capuano
Why is loving others often so difficult?
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Thank you Michael. This is a topic I've struggled with for some time. And your response is actually an answer to my prayer. I thank God for Him, and you........
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Why did God change Jacob's name to Israel?
God said to him "Your name is now Israel..." but the Bible still says Jacob and Israel from time to time.
Genesis 35:10
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by Trish Whitehouse
How do we defend verses like Psalms 37:25 when there ARE so many starving children?
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Very good answer! Though He slay me, yet I will Trust in Him. Many are the battles of righteous people, but the Lord delivers us of them all! Especially the...
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Denise Kiedis
How do I word the beginning of my prayer?
I start my prayers with, " Dear heavenly Father".
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paul hodges
Does the Bible say anything about wearing robes, for pastors or priests?
Peter 3:3-4 Do not let your adorning be external, the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothes you wear, but let your adorning be...
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by Dickson Kasaro
, I am just a simple guy,who completed high school,last year in 2017.
Why does God ask Christians to stand firm, pray against, even cast off demons - rather than not allowing the demons to act?
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This is because God is all powerful in all the universe, and also the bible says when a true Christian has the holy spirit in him, nothing can stand against...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How should a Christian view gun control?
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Mr Johnson, Jesus was not being literal about a sword. For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the...
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by Stephen Crane
Why did Paul leave Trophimus, a 7-year companion, sick and not heal him?
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Many attribute the miraculous healings in Jesus's ministry to His perfect faith. I can't argue against that, but I can state with confidence that Jesus never...
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by Jeannette Shields
, Mom of three
What to preach at a funeral when a young man committed suicide?
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What about stating his good qualities, 'but God says we are never good enough to go to heaven. This is how you get to heaven...'
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by Robert Broyles
How could Mary be acceptable to birth Jesus if she was born into sin?
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Cindy, It is true that "sin" came through One man (i.e., Adam). That's because God created "all men" in one man. (see Acts 17:26) When Adam transgressed...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How should a Christian respond to illegal aliens/illegal immigrants?
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Joe cattani, "christians" with contempt and hatred might trouble me, but I'm not surprised by them. There are believers in the gospel of Jesus Christ and...
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Emo Tenorio
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How do we defend verses like Psalms 37:25 when there ARE so many starving children?
A great question and I humbly submit for your consideration; the kingdom principle of sowing and reaping [as-what ONE does-plants = he will receive]....
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What prayer pleases God?
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The patience of Job—why is Job famous for being patient?
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Why was God so forgiving of David for his many sins?
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, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How do I word the beginning of my prayer?
Although (as indicated in the question) Jesus gave us what we call the Lord's Prayer as a model or example, Christian prayer (in my opinion) does not need to...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How do we defend verses like Psalms 37:25 when there ARE so many starving children?
I would say that the psalm verse cited in the question is not (in my opinion) meant as a guarantee of material provision or prosperity that is applicable to...
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Norman Allison
How is the Holy Spirit different than our Conscience?
I taught cross-cultural communication in the missions (now "global ministries") department of a Christian College for a number of years. The question that...
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by Lori Cypher
How can the light of stars billions of light years away from the earth have reached us if the earth is only thousands of years old?
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God created Adam as a grown man, so if a scientist walked up one minute after God finished creating Adam, and said Adam was 30 yrs old, Adam would have said,...