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Scott Broberg
Fig Tree Ministries
I have a MDiv - Biblical Studies w/ emphasis on the Old Testament from Bethel Seminary. Fig Tree Ministries is a non-denominational Biblical Educational ministry that seeks to understand the bible through the cultural context that the scripture was written. www.figtreeteaching.com
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What did Jesus mean by "I will give you rest" in Matthew 11:28?
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How can I deal with being jealous and envious of others?
This is a difficult question. The causes of our envy or jealousy can be...
How old was Saul (1 Samuel 10) when he was anointed, and how old was he when he actually became King?
This is a good question! There is significant disagreement. 1 Samuel 13:1 is...
Why would a loving God “create darkness" and “disaster”? (Isaiah 45:7)
I agree with the above answers and would like to offer one thought on the...
Who do the 3 main characters in the parable of the prodigal son represent?
I believe the original answer to this question is in Luke 15:1-2. Luke tells...
What solemn lessons can we learn from the Parable of Dives (the rich man) and Lazarus?
The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus is a COMPLEX parable. We must first...
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What are the beliefs and practices of Messianic Jews?
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What does it mean that we should not be drunk with wine, but be drunk with the Holy Spirit!
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Should a church allow members to carry concealed weapons if it's not illegal in their state?
I will give the same answer as I did for the question about teaching weapon...
Should a church allow anyone, including a church member, to teach gun safety classes at the church?
Yes. We need responsible gun owners who are trained to handle the weapon...
What Scriptures could we use to soothe our anxiety about Election Day?
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Are we all called to serve?
In some capacity, yes – we are all called to serve. There are many passages...
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