In Gen 11:7, what does the LORD mean by 'us' in "Come, let us go down?"
Who is the "us" referring to? Is this majestic first person plural, or referring to the angels, or to others?
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by Carla van Wezel
What are these "things" or "life-styles" the Gentiles were asked to abstain from in Acts 15:29?
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Can you please explain to me then what the required way is of slaughtering an animal in order to not eat the blood? All meat that I eat has a little bit of...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What does it mean to be a stumbling block to someone else?
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Religious Legalism is the enemy of true Christian faith and practice.
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Becky Blanton
What are these "things" or "life-styles" the Gentiles were asked to abstain from in Acts 15:29?
Leviticus 17:11 (NIV) “For the life of a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood...
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Becky Blanton
What are these "things" or "life-styles" the Gentiles were asked to abstain from in Acts 15:29?
Leviticus 17:11 (NIV) “For the life of a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood...
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by jack Campbell
Are Christians homophobic?
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For me personally it's a matter of love whilst I don't agree with same sex relationships Jesus said to love everyone so I see it as hate the sin not the...
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by Gerritt Schuitema
, Persecutor & Mocker transformed to Faithful Believer
Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?
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Hi BJ, Not sure if you knew this or not, but the very last line you quoted, the 'He also became my salvation' I want you to know, that any Jew, reading that...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is Armstrongism? Is the Worldwide Church of God a cult?
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We are saved the minute we trusted Christ as our only savior. If we had to be water baptized then it would be by works, and not grace. We are saved when we...
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
When we are saved are we assured of going to heaven?
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It isn't the works that make faith alive, but the living faith that produces the works. A living faith will bear out in fruit and works (II Pet 1:3-11.)...
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by Anonymous Person
, Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3
When we are saved are we assured of going to heaven?
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James used the same example of Abraham when he said, "Faith without works is dead" James 2:20-24
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?
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Your interpretation of Jn 3:16 does not seem to fit with the Greek. Whosoever does not mean 'the believing ones' - the term is pas (all.) The phrase then is...
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by Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?
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The Kingdom of God that unbelievers cannot see (enter) is both the future kingdom (where we will have new spiritual bodies), and the present spiritual 'life'...
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by Billy P Eldred
Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?
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Bob, look up the Greek in 2Peter3:9. It says the opposite of what you are saying. The last word in the verse is metanoia which according to Strongs means "a...
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by Ethan Connelly
Should we tithe off our gross or net income?
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But God shows his principles throughout the Bible are relevant for all times. Jesus tells us not one piece the law will ever vanish. One very important...
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Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?
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What is Taoism / Daoism?
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What is Shintoism?
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What is Rosicrucianism?
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Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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What does the Bible mean when it refers to the diaspora?
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Should we worship Jesus?
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Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?
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How did the crucifixion kill Jesus?
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What is the chasm described in Luke 16:19-26 that is fixed between Lazarus and the rich man?
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What does the Bible say about dealing with difficult people?
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by Philip Davies
Are African traditional weddings acceptable to God?
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One of the best answers I have read to a question. This goes to the heart of what a marriage really means and eloquently dispenses with all the inessential...
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Andrew Osakue
, Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader
Why did God use a lying spirit to deceive Ahab?
God used a lying spirit because he knew that Ahab will believe the lie rather than the truth. 1Kings 22:17-18, And he said, “I saw all Israel scattered on...
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Nils Jansma
, Missionary in San Diego California
How did the crucifixion kill Jesus?
This question can be answered from two different perspectives. One would be a speculation regarding the literal cause of death by crucifixion and the other...
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Robert Woods
Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?
Belief in the virgin birth isn't nearly as important as believing in the resurrection. Not only was the resurrection one of the most documented happenings in...
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Melanie Spindler
, Imperfect Christ-Follower, lover of God, seeker of Truth
Are African traditional weddings acceptable to God?
There is absolutely nothing wrong with it. Man does not marry two people together nor do symbols such as rings make a union nor does a piece of paper make a...
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by m C
Do narcissistic people change their ways if they accept Jesus Christ as their Savior?
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You seem to be the only one on this blog that gets it. Salvation is not a profession, it is a Lordship possession. Although it happens in degrees, and yes...
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by m C
Do narcissistic people change their ways if they accept Jesus Christ as their Savior?
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You say narcissistic people are saved without change. I say they are not saved. Salvation is a new Lord in town. If that is not the case then good works are...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean to be a stumbling block to someone else?
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Praise the Lord. His grace is still sufficient for all our sin. Only He can lead us into righteousness by faith alone.
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why did the people in Genesis live such long lives?
The answer for this question cannot be based on assumption and speculation. We don't know why lifespans were so different. We can only go by what Scripture...
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by Fanny Essamuah
What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?
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Tom i like your answer....Nobody knows.
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Scarlett Holtz
, Missionary to the Philippines and wherever He sends me.
What is spiritual death?
Death, according to dictionary means a cessation of vital functions or a lack of life. Spiritual death is our natural state prior to accepting Christ as our...
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Are African traditional weddings acceptable to God?
The only requirement I know of is a legal one, not a religious one. If the ceremony is legal in the country of origin, then that is all that matters. In the...
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by JD Abshire
Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?
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I imagine there are few who posess a good understanding of theology and Christology the day God saves them. I agree that a new believer may not know of...
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by Charles Stanley
, Bible College graduate/former pastor/financial planner...
What is love (fruit of the Holy Spirit)?
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Craig, if you've not read it, I encourage to read "God's Passion for his Glory" by John Piper. It is sort of a commentary on Jonathan Edwards work, "The End...
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by Bob Johnson
, Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio
Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?
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The grocery store image doesn't work. God isn't a grocery store. The atonement is not like a candy bar. Everyone that wants the candy bar, of course, gets...
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What signs indicate that the end times are approaching?
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What is a bondservant?
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by Billy P Eldred
Is cessationism biblical?
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You said here are six proofs. I read them and could not find one proof. You might want to edit your post and say instead: 'Here are six reasons I believe the...
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Aurel Gheorghe
What does it mean when God said, “The man has now become like one of us, knowing good and evil"?
In God’s creation, the first couple had pure minds, they had no knowledge or concept of evil. They were unaware what evil was – evil thoughts, speech, and...
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by Billy P Eldred
Is cessationism biblical?
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Thanks Anthony. I have never understood cessationist point of view. At least now I understand it though certainly don't agree with it. Great answer.
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is cheap grace?
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The four gospels were written before Jesus died, to the Jews, under the law. Grace did not come till the book of Acts. The four gospels were written to the...
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by Melanie Hester
How can I increase my spiritual discernment?
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Does spiritual discernment require the aid of the Holy Sprit or can it be acquired based on one's desire to learn what God wants by reading and studying the...
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Teresa Wiltz
, Freelance writer and copy editor, Christian
What does it mean to be a stumbling block to someone else?
Hebrews 10:24 “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” As true Christians, it is our responsibility to walk in...