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  1. How should we defend restoring generic masculine nouns & pronouns such as "man of God" in translations?
  2. If the Word of God is not bound, why must we pray that it would have "free course"?
  3. What is "salty" conversation for a Christian?
  4. What can Romans 12:12 and Psalm 62:5–8 show us about praying with persistence and trust?
  5. 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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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why are there some pastors who do not believe?

Why do some pastors not believe? Sadly, some pastors lose their literal faith or shift toward agnosticism and atheism while remaining in ministry due to a...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

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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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about abundance?

What does the Bible say about abundance? The Bible presents abundance as the fullness of God's blessing in a person's life. While it may include material...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about safety?

What does the Bible say about safety? The Bible teaches that true safety comes from God. In a world where danger, uncertainty, and trouble are real,...

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

Will wrong be repaid even if it's forgiven (Colossians 3:25)?

Dear Anonymous, good question (Will wrong be repaid even if it's forgiven (Colossians 3:25)?) See 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 9 Or do you not know that the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about music?

What does the Bible say about Music? David played Music to relax the nerves of King Saul Music is played to relax the heart Jesus and the disciples sang in...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about capitalism?

What does the Bible say about capitalism? Meaning of capitalism in English An economic and political system in which property, business, and industry are...

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

What is "salty" conversation for a Christian?

"Salt makes bland food delicious, and it also creates thirst. When we share the gospel, we ought to speak in such a way that we create interest and spiritual...

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

Why was Christ's "blood" necessary to justify us (Romans 5:9)?

The Bible says that we are "justified by faith" (Romans 5:1). Another source says that we are justified in His blood. His full quote is here: "It was...

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Answer by Yare Pérez

Why was Christ's "blood" necessary to justify us (Romans 5:9)?

Consider the example of a king—a king who is perfectly just and loving. He possesses a great treasure, but someone begins stealing from it, bit by bit....

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

What can Romans 12:12 and Psalm 62:5–8 show us about praying with persistence and trust?

What can Romans 12:12 and Psalm 62:5-8 show us about praying with persistence and trust? We must "rejoice in hope, endure in suffering, persist in prayer."...

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Answer by Yare Pérez

Will wrong be repaid even if it's forgiven (Colossians 3:25)?

From a theological and biblical perspective, forgiveness and punishment—or the consequences of wrongdoing—operate in two distinct dimensions: • Interpersonal...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is a Christian?

What is a Christian? A Christian is a person who has placed faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, has received forgiveness of sins through Him, and...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is "salty" conversation for a Christian?

What does a "salty" conversation mean for a Christian? Salt appears several times in the New Testament, both literally and figuratively. These occurrences...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How should Christian parents handle the death of a child?

How should Christian parents handle the death of a child? Many years ago, we lost a child at 4 years of age, and it was a painful, heartbreaking experience....

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

When the 'Rulers and Authorities' of this world engage in criminal activities, should we continue to obey and submit to them?

Good question, Helena! (When the 'Rulers and Authorities' of this world engage in criminal activities, should we continue to obey and submit to them? Romans...

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

What does it mean to "trust in the LORD" in Psalm 32:10?

Trusting in the Lord would mean to trust in God's vast mercy (Ps 32:10) for eternal forgiveness--He is the only One who can give it. This is truly the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Did God give Israel the Promised Land for all time?

Did God give Israel the Promised Land forever? To understand whether God gave Israel the land permanently, we must examine the covenant passages in context....

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Did God set apart the Sabbath only for Israel, or for all of mankind?

Did God set apart the Sabbath only for Israel, or for all of humanity? The question of whether the Sabbath was given only to Israel or to all humanity is...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does God have to say to single mothers?

What does God have to say to single mothers? Single motherhood can be one of life's most demanding callings. It often means carrying responsibilities that...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Is it a sin to lust, or does it only become a sin when I give in to it?

Is it a sin to lust, or does it only become a sin when I give in to it? This question requires an important distinction between Temptation, attraction, and...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Is temptation a sin? Is it a sin to be tempted?

Is temptation a sin? Is being tempted a sin? Many sincere Christians become troubled when they face temptation. A wrong thought may enter the mind, a strong...

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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

What does it mean to "trust in the LORD" in Psalm 32:10?

Psalm 32:10: Many sorrows shall be to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the Lord, mercy shall compass him about. The sure mercies of the Lord God are...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

When the 'Rulers and Authorities' of this world engage in criminal activities, should we continue to obey and submit to them?

When the 'Rulers and Authorities' of this world engage in criminal activities, should we continue to obey and submit to them? Romans 13:1-5 helps us with...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is God's purpose in allowing Satan to continue to wreak havoc on this world?

What is God's purpose in allowing Satan to continue to wreak havoc on this world? This question has challenged believers for centuries. If God is...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How is Satan god of this world?

How is Satan the god of this world? Satan blinds people by promoting false ideas, materialism, pride, and moral independence from God. He distracts minds...

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What is "salty" conversation for a Christian?

Colossians 4:6 says, "Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone." Why have our speec...

Colossians 4:2 - 6

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Answer by Janet Austin , Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author

Are we all God's children, or only Christians?

Mark 10:14 says, "When Jesus saw this, He was indignant. He said to them, 'Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God...

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Answer by Pam Walters

Is hell real? Is hell eternal?

The popular image of hell — an eternal lake of fire where the wicked suffer conscious torment for all eternity — is not what the Bible actually teaches. Hell...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How important is Christian conduct to how the unbelieving world sees Christ?

How important is Christian conduct to the unbelieving world's view of Christ? Christian conduct matters because many people form their opinion of Christ by...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

What does it mean to work out salvation with fear and trembling (Philippians 2:12)?

The question asked was: "What does it mean to work out salvation with fear and trembling?" What does that mean? To me, it means exactly what it says. I...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What was the Babylonian captivity/exile?

What was the Babylonian captivity/exile? “The Captivity" generally refers to the great exile of Jews from the Promised Land in the eighth and seventh...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Are we free from our sins by the death or resurrection of Jesus, or both?

Are we freed from our sins by Jesus' death, resurrection, or both? The biblical answer is both. The death and resurrection of Jesus are inseparable parts of...

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Answer by Donna Williams

If the Word of God is not bound, why must we pray that it would have "free course"?

Dear Anonymous, as I researched, I found that the apostle wanted the Gospel to continue to spread swiftly across the Roman Empire. During this time there was...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What is new covenant theology?

God Makes A New Covenant Moses was a forerunner, and the law given to him by Yehovah was a stand-in until the coming of the lord Messiah Jesus- Yeshua. It is...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Are Christians sinners, saints, or both?

Are Christians sinners, saints, or both? Many Christians have wrestled with this question because they know two truths. They know the joy of being forgiven...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

Does Acts 22:16 teach that Baptism is necessary for salvation? Acts 22:16 ESV - 16 And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptised and wash away your sins,...

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Question by Anonymous
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If the Word of God is not bound, why must we pray that it would have "free course"?

2 Timothy 2:9 for which I am suffering, bound with chains as a criminal. But the word of God is not bound! 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Finally, brethren, pray ...

2 Timothy 2:1 - 26

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Answer by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

What should be the focus of a Christian funeral?

My thought is that every funeral should focus on trying to comfort the bereaved whether the deceased person is a professed Christian or BELIEVED (by many) TO...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

What are the ingredients to a truly biblical worship service?

This is my opinion. I don't think we can find a recipe in the Bible that helps us reach true worship. What we can find are instructions on how to prepare...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What does it mean that the Word became flesh?

What does it mean that the Word became flesh? 1. The Jewish Concept (The Word of God) For a Jewish reader, the "Word" (Dabar in Hebrew) immediately recalled...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What should we learn from the life of king Belshazzar?

What should we learn from the life of King Belshazzar? Daniel 5:1 NKJV - 1 Belshazzar the king made a great feast for a thousand of his lords, and drank wine...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What should we learn from the life of Stephen?

What should we learn from the life of Stephen? Stephen's life offers a powerful example of faith, courage, wisdom, and loyalty to God. Although the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What should we learn from the life of James, the brother of Jesus?

What should we learn from the life of James, Jesus' brother? James repeatedly draws on the Hebrew Scriptures for illustrations and apt quotations to develop...

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Question by Anonymous
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What can Romans 12:12 and Psalm 62:5–8 show us about praying with persistence and trust?

What can Romans 12:12 (Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.) and Psalm 62:5-8 (For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, fo...

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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

How can we "put off the old self" in daily life?

Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds: Today one knowing, who being having of their old deeds, that...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Are Christians guilty of hate speech?

Are Christians guilty of hate speech? If so, why? The question of whether Christians are guilty of hate speech arises because Christian teaching speaks...

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Answer by Daniel Veler

How can you be 100% sure you are going to heaven when you die?

Your question: How can you be 100% sure you are going to heaven when you die? This question can be answered by two scriptures given within the gospels....

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