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  1. Is it biblical for a preacher to pray for the sins of the congregation and end it by saying, "Your sins are forgiven"?
  2. In Gen 3:15, what does "your offspring" refer to? Does "your" refer to Satan, and therefore also referring to the "devil" in John 8:44?
  3. If the Word of God is not bound, why must we pray that it would have "free course"?
  4. Why did God include personal notes in Scripture? (Colossians 4:7-15)?
  5. What is "salty" conversation for a Christian?
  6. What qualities of Tychicus should we emulate in our Christian walk?
  7. What is the significance of Nympha's house in Colossians 4:15 for early Christian gatherings?
  8. Do you think Tamar acts morally here?


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What is the significance of Nympha's house in Colossians 4:15 for early Christian gatherings?

Colossians 4:15 15 Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house.

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Why are there so many fake Christians?

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Why are there so many atheists?

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What is a true Christian?

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Did Satan know who Jesus was?

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

In Gen 3:15, what does "your offspring" refer to? Does "your" refer to Satan, and therefore also referring to the "devil" in John 8:44?

Yes! The word "your" in Genesis 3:15 refers to the serpent, whom Revelation 12:9 identifies as Satan. His "seed" (offspring) need not refer to biological...

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In Gen 3:15, what does "your offspring" refer to? Does "your" refer to Satan, and therefore also referring to the "devil" in John 8:44?

Genesis 3:15 says, And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his h...

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What does it mean by "God chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy"?

Ephesians 1:4 is a part of a long sentence that reviews blessings God has bestowed on those who have believed on Jesus His Son, Ephesians 1:3-14. It starts...

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Why did God include personal notes in Scripture? (Colossians 4:7-15)?

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What qualities of Tychicus should we emulate in our Christian walk?

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What is the lust of the eyes?

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

How can you believe in salvation by faith alone when the only occurrence of 'faith alone' in the Bible (James 2:24) says that salvation is not by faith alone?

The question is excellent, because James 2:24 and Paul's teachings appear to directly contradict one another. Rather than explaining away their differences,...

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Why are there so many fake Christians?

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What is the difference between living in Christ and Christ living in me?

What is the difference between living in Christ and Christ living in me? The Bible uses both expressions to describe a believer's relationship with Christ,...

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Why did God include personal notes in Scripture? (Colossians 4:7-15)?

Names like Tychicus, Onesimus and others seem unnecessary in an open letter on Christian doctrine and living.

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Is it wrong to want to die?

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Do we receive mansions in heaven?

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Is it biblical for a preacher to pray for the sins of the congregation and end it by saying, "Your sins are forgiven"?

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How should Christians react to the death of evil people?

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Is it biblical for a preacher to pray for the sins of the congregation and end it by saying, "Your sins are forgiven"?

Brother John: it is not biblical for a preacher to pray for the sins of the congregation and to end it with your sins are forgiven. In my opinion this sounds...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair

How does Genesis 38:9 relate to masturbation, or not?

Kofi, good question! -- How does Genesis 38:9 relate to masturbation, or not? I used to think it did, but it really doesn't. Honestly, Genesis 38:9 only gets...

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Do you think Tamar acts morally here?

Do you think Tamar acts morally here? Why or why not? In what sense is Tamar "more righteous" than Judah? (Genesis 38:26).

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Is communion for believers or non-believers?

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Can a person take communion alone, or must it be taken with other believers?

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What does it mean that a Christian is a new creation?

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What should we learn from the life of Titus?

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What should we learn from the life of Sarah?

What should we learn from the life of Sarah? Sarah is one of the most important women in the Bible. Her life is recorded mainly in Genesis, where she appears...

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Who are the Plymouth Brethren and what do they believe?

Who are the Plymouth Brethren and what do they believe? The Plymouth Brethren are a Christian movement that began in Britain and Ireland during the early...

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What is a novena?

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Why are there some pastors who do not believe?

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What should we learn from what the Bible says about Tamar?

What should we learn from what the Bible says about Tamar? Tamar's account teaches valuable lessons about perseverance, courage, and confidence in God's...

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Is there life after death?

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What does the Bible say about abundance?

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What does the Bible say about safety?

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