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  1. Will wrong be repaid even if it's forgiven (Colossians 3:25)?
  2. What does Galatians 3:21 mean?
  3. Why didn't Paul tell Christian slaveowners to free their slaves (Col. 4:1)?
  4. Does this command in Colossians 3:22 perpetuate the institution of slavery?
  5. What does it mean, "To give prudence to the simple; To the young man knowledge and discretion"?
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What is the book of 1 Corinthians?

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Answer by jackie pippin , Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.

What does "makes her commit adultery" mean? (Mattthew 5:32)

Jesus says that he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. Luke 16:18, Matt 19:9, and Matt 5:32 But, Matt 5:32 may have a little twist to it, lost in...

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

Our God is full of love and mercy. Let's go back to Genesis chapter 3. Review the story of the fall of Adam and Eve. I call this the solicitation of...

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What does "extol" mean in Psalm 99:9?

Psalm 30:1: "I will extol You,O Lord, for You have lifted me up, and have not let my foes rejoice over me." This is a declaration of faith. I will remember...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What does the Bible say about transformation?

What does the Bible say about transformation? The word "transformation" occurs twice in Scripture with reference to Christians (Romans 12:2, and 2...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Who were the kings of Israel and Judah?

Who were the kings of Israel and Judah? Kings of the United Monarchy (before the split) • Saul • David • Solomon Kings of Israel (Northern Kingdom) Israel...

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Answer by Todd Rushing

What is a mercy killing?

While every bible verse that I recalled has been brought out, I thought I'd add a personal experience. Mercy killing, or euthanasia, has been thrown out into...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does it mean to have a sound mind?

What does it mean to have a sound mind? Colossians 4:2 ESV - 2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. Having a sound mind...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does it mean to have a spirit of fear?

What does it mean to have a spirit of fear? 2 Timothy 1:7 ESV - 7 For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. A spirit of...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does it mean to sow to the spirit?

What does it mean to sow to the Spirit? Galatians 6:8: "For he that soweth unto his own flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth unto the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith? The apostle Paul exhorts Christians to "walk by faith and not by sight" (2 Corinthians 5:7), and I feel...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Does questioning God demonstrate a lack of faith?

Does questioning God demonstrate a lack of faith? Questioning God does not automatically signal a lack of faith. In many religious traditions, sincere...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How are people destroyed from a lack of knowledge?

How are people destroyed by a lack of knowledge? Hosea 4:6 The verb ya·dhaʽʹ (know), the principal Hebrew word rendered "knowledge" (daʹʽath), carries the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why did God command the extermination of the Canaanites, women and children included?

Why did God command the extermination of the Canaanites, women and children included? This is one of the most difficult questions in the Old Testament. The...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the 'wind' signify in Acts 2:2-3?

What does the 'wind' signify in Acts 2:2-3? Acts 2 records the events of Pentecost, the Jewish feast held fifty days after Passover. Jews from many lands had...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does it mean to sow the wind and reap the whirlwind?

What does it mean to sow the wind and reap the whirlwind? Hosea 8:7 Regarding the Israelites and the folly and vanity of their faithless course, Hosea...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why did Jesus call the Canaanite woman a dog?

Why did Jesus call the Canaanite Woman a dog? Matthew 15:21-28 This account can feel uncomfortable at first because a desperate mother comes to Jesus seeking...

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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Wedding Feast?

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why is wisdom referred to as a she in Proverbs?

Why is wisdom referred to as "she" in Proverbs? One striking feature of the Book of Proverbs is that it frequently describes wisdom as a woman. Chapters 1,...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why is Jesus often referred to as Jesus of Nazareth?

Why is Jesus often called Jesus of Nazareth? Jesus is often called "Jesus of Nazareth" because He was raised in Nazareth. In biblical times, individuals were...

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Answer by jackie pippin , Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.

Can a man who is married to a divorced woman serve in church leadership?

Jesus says he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. Luke 16:18 and Matt. 19:9 and Matt. 5:32 But, Matt 5:32 may have a little twist to it lost in...

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Answer by Daniel Veler

What does Galatians 3:21 mean?

Your question: What does Galatians 3:21 mean? To comprehend Paul’s actions in Galatians 3:21, it’s crucial to grasp the underlying reasons behind his...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Is prayer effective if we have unconfessed sin?

Is prayer effective if we have unconfessed sin? God's Word offers a balanced answer. On one hand, God invites sinners to come to Him in repentance. On the...

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

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

Colossians 3:25 belongs with Paul’s instructions about bondservants and masters (3:22–4:1). The immediate issue is wrongdoing in their service and their...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is the key to effective prayer?

What is the key to effective prayer? Effective prayer isn't about a special formula, particular words, or great length. Scripture teaches that effective...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why are both Jesus and Satan referred to as the morning star?

Why are both Jesus and Satan called the "morning star"? The apparent difficulty comes from comparing Isaiah 14:12 with Revelation 22:16 without considering...

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Is it acceptable to repeatedly pray for the same thing?

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Answer by Donna Williams

What does Galatians 3:21 mean?

Michael, the answer to your question is the former, 'the law could never give life'. In our natural life or human effort, we could never be justified by the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why does Isaiah 45:7 say that God created evil/calamity?

Why does Isaiah 45:7 say that God created evil/calamity? Isaiah 45:7 (ESV): "I form light and create darkness, I make well-being and create calamity, I am...

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Answer by Ian Horn

Can a believer who committed murder go to heaven?

My opinion is that even the greatest sinner on Earth can be forgiven through Christ. The blood of Jesus Christ cleanseth us from all sin.

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is the meaning of "Hephzibah" in the Bible?

What does "Hephzibah" mean in the Bible? Some Bible translations apply the name "Hephzi-bah" to Jerusalem in a restoration prophecy. (Isa 62:4, AS, KJ, Ro)...

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What does the Bible say about divination?

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What does Galatians 3:21 mean?

What does this verse mean? Does it say that the law could never give life or that the law is not unable to give life? Compare (NLT) If the law could gi...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

How does God's sovereignty work together with free will?

There are few Biblical subjects more fundamental to a proper understanding of the Bible than the recognition of Yehovah’s sovereign rule. The Bible is the...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

Is 'what would Jesus do?' (WWJD) something we should seek to live by?

"What would Jesus do?" I personally do not think there could possibly be a better model for anyone to follow, do you? To me, the biggest lack in most of the...

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Answer by Daniel Veler

How does Christ’s blood "cleanse our consciences"? (Hebrews 9:14)

Your question: How does Christ’s blood "cleanse our consciences"? (Hebrews 9:14) 1 Peter 1:18: “Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with...

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When is it right to disobey authority? (Acts 4:19)

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

When you pray, do you always have to kneel?

If kneeling to pray is mandatory, it's a new rule; sorta like what happens in the NFL every season. One year it's okay to do a surprise onside kick; the...

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

→ Colossians 3:25 "For the wrongdoer will be paid back for the wrong he has done, and there is no partiality."

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Why didn't Paul tell Christian slaveowners to free their slaves (Col. 4:1)?

Colossians 4:1 "Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven."

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Does this command in Colossians 3:22 perpetuate the institution of slavery?

Colossians 3:22 "Slaves, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but with sincerity of heart,...

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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

What is the sword of the Spirit?

Ephesians 6:17: And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. The apostles of our Lord Jesus, God the Father...

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Who was Mary Magdalene?

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

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

No. A member of the church, the body of Christ, who has received salvation through faith cannot surrender, forfeit, or undo what Christ has already...

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

How does Christ’s blood "cleanse our consciences"? (Hebrews 9:14)

What does Hebrews 9:14 mean to me? I was just telling Jose, an unbeliever, about this. It means that Jesus wants to make us alive. All humanity comes into...

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Answer by Daniel Veler

Will Christians live through the tribulation?

Your question: Will Christians Live Through the Tribulation? Your question cannot be answered fully in one post. So let me discuss the hour that the lord...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

Will we experience time in heaven?

Will we experience time in heaven? No place or verse in the entire Bible says you go to heaven when you die. None! Let's start with what the kingdom of God...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

How can we experience true freedom in Christ?

2 Corinthians 3:17 says: “Where the Spirit of the Lord- Yehovah is, there is freedom.” The freedom we have through the indwelling Spirit of God- Yehovah is...

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