Was Jonah truly swallowed by a whale?
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Yes, Jonah was swallowed by a large fish. A man of God like Jonah never adherad to the instructions of God that attracted trouble to the sailors and...
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After the Rapture happens will the people left behind remember what the Christians have told them about the Rapture and how to get to heaven?
My understanding is that, even after the rapture, people will still know how to be saved, and will avail themselves of that salvation (although they may then...
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Does God use frustrations in life to awaken and/or punish us?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Who was the Daniel mentioned in Nehemiah 10:6?
As I understand it, the Daniel mentioned in Nehemiah 10:6 was a Jewish priest at the time of the return to Judah of the remnants of the tribes of Judah and...
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Kenneth Heck
Why would a king ride a donkey instead of a warhorse?
Kings are known for the high taxation they may extort from their subjects. Maintaining a large stable of horses is one indication of the burden the subjects...
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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector?
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Amen Dean. I suppose many do exactly what you are saying. When I first gave my life to our Lord, I too looked at other Christians and thought I could never...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why are all of our righteous acts considered filthy rags?
It is why Jesus gave us His righteousness when we accepted Him as our only savior. We are not righteous. We are not holy. But the spirit of God that lives in...
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Why would a king ride a donkey instead of a warhorse?
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by John Anderson
After the Rapture happens will the people left behind remember what the Christians have told them about the Rapture and how to get to heaven?
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God will send strong delusions to confuse those that are left. The Holy Spirit will also leave the planet. However, Christians will be persecuted. That can...
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What is Trinitarianism? Is Trinitarianism Biblical?
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Lauren Law
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
If ever a believer turned their back on Christ, Peter did so when he denied knowing Christ...and then Christ died. Peter immediately went back to his old way...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about forgiving yourself?
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Paul said we are to forget those things that are behind, and press on toward the mark. Easier to say than do. But we are not to let those things from the...
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by jack Campbell
Can I remarry according to the Bible if I am divorced?
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Thank you this was most helpful God bless thank you
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When a person becomes saved / born again do they become righteous or just declared righteous?
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Janet Austin
, Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author
If aliens were proved to exist, how would that discovery impact the Christian faith?
Although many of us would prefer to spend our mental and physical energy on the wonderment of God and Jesus Christ and demonstrating that love by serving...
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by Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
Is the concept of Lucifer's Flood biblical?
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Max, You are right in your comment to lowell that people have different interpretations. You cited Genesis 1:28 to make a point you believe based on one word...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?
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M.M., societies do need courts to prevent chaos and abuse. In some "societies" a father can murder his daughter for being disrespectful or bringing shame...
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by Billy P Eldred
Is God sovereign and/or do we have a free will?
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JD. Where you as a staunch defender of Calvinism and I differ in our interpretation of the scriptures you quoted is I believe God draws all to Him and where...
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RICK PORTER
, Chaplain [ Truckers Chapel ]-- Undeserving Child of God
Will the Holy Spirit be left here after the rapture?
If the antichrist is being restrained by God from being revealed, there seems to be a point at which time, the end of this particular period or dispensation...
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by Becky O'neal
What does the Bible say about divination?
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Wonderful complete explanation to share with others we care about that casually dabble in horoscopes and see popular mainstream programs that normalize...
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Was Jonah truly swallowed by a whale?
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What is narrative theology?
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Kenneth Heck
What does it mean in Daniel 9:26 that 'the end of it shall be with a flood?'
The book of Daniel is difficult, and this verse is particularly difficult, since it jumps from the time of the Roman destruction in 70 AD up to the time of...
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by Jim Tumlinson
, One beggar leading others to where the bread is
What does it mean to grow in grace?
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Yes it is unmerited favor and love as well as "A divine influence upon the heart and its reflection to the life" It is also much more. The bible does speak...
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Jim Tumlinson
, One beggar leading others to where the bread is
Is "name it claim it" teaching biblical?
No and Yes, Let me start with my experience in and out of the prosperity gospel from before and after. My life and biblical experiences have led me to the...
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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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I am inclined to agree with you on the fact that the USA government and legal system doesn't recognize coveting and dishonoring parents as crimes, but a...
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by Chuck Cooper
, Host/Owner, "It's A God Thing!" radio program
Will there literally be streets of gold in heaven?
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John reports in great detail what he saw, therefore I believe he saw gold! Why would God allow John to use gold in his inspired description of the new...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Do I have to confess my adultery to my spouse?
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It is a hard question and one that I have not committed in my 57 years of marriage, but I can see both sides. On the one hand if you confess it to your...
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by Jacobe Manion
What is good biblical exegesis?
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As always, I really appreciate your thorough, clear answers. Thank you.
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by Sandy Anjilivelil
What does the Bible say about animal rights?
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Great answer. Thank you.
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by jack Campbell
What does the bible say about a wife who has been abandons her husband, for no biblical reason, and is now living in sin?
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Thank you very much for your response, and yes I must be honest: there was a period of time that the Lord was not the centre of our household. However, I am...
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by Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
Did God use the Big Bang to create the universe?
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Andy, a great answer ! It doesn't matter how God created His Universe, only that He did. And He created it for us. Regarding the debate, God created the...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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I have followed the discussions on this question and I am convinced that a person is saved only when they submit to Christ in faith and by no other means....
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
Does 1 Peter 3:21 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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I agree with the view by Michael Houdmann. My view is that one has to expunge Ephesians 2:8-9 and other related passages in order to arrive at the conclusion...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?
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Meluleki Maphosa, the 10 Commandments are not part of the legal system of the United States. Only two are definitely against the law, murder and stealing....
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How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?
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How much of a priority should worship be in the church?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the difference between a Rastifari and a Christian?
As I understand it, Rastafari started in Jamaica in the 1930's, following the coronation of Haile Selassie I (whose name means "power of the Trinity") as...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does the phrase mean, "God is not a respecter of persons"?
Peter made this comment after he had learned of the prior appearance of an angel to the Roman centurion Cornelius, who had directed Cornelius to send for...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Whom is Mark 12:13 referring to when it says, "They sent to him the Pharisees and the Herodians to catch him in his words"?
"They" in this passage refers to those previously indicated at the end of the prior chapter in Mark (Mark 11:27): "And as He was walking in the temple, the...
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Craig Mcelheny
, Christian Author
What does it mean in Daniel 9:26 that 'the end of it shall be with a flood?'
Daniel 9:26 (NKJV): "…And the people of the prince who is to come shall destroy the city and the sanctuary. The end of it shall be with a flood, and till the...
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raphael fleming
What does the phrase mean, "God is not a respecter of persons"?
Acts 10:34 - 35
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by Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
Is, “If the scripture makes plain sense, seek no other sense” a good Bible hermeneutic to use in study?
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First I want to clarify one thing. The entire Bible is written _for us but not all of it is written _to us. That is what people must understand before...
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by Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
What is the sin unto death?
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Andy, I'm truly sorry for not responding sooner to your comments. Thank you for your kindness in voting up my answer on 'the sin unto death'. The other news...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did Martha want Mary to stop what she was doing to help her?
As the passage cited in the question indicates, Martha "was distracted with much serving" -- that is, she was feeling overwhelmed with the tasks (such as (I...
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JD Abshire
What does the bible say about a wife who has been abandons her husband, for no biblical reason, and is now living in sin?
About all you can do is pray for her. The Bible tells us: "For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth. If ye endure...
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raphael fleming