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What did Joseph mean when he said to his brothers, "Do not fear, for am I in the place of God?"
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the Biblical concept of righteousness?
What is the Biblical concept of Righteousness? Greek scholar Kenneth S. Wuest says: "God is the objective standard which determines the content of meaning of...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Who are the 144,000 in Revelation?
Good question. Here's a list of strictly objective facts from Revelation 7:4 through 8, now rewritten in readable paragraphs without any em dashes. The...
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Anonymous
What does it mean to be "holy and beloved" according to Colossians 3:12?
Colossians 3:12 "Put on then, as Gods chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience."
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What is the meaning of the Parable of the Wedding Feast?
The Parable of the Wedding Feast in Matthew 22:1-14 illustrates invitation, rejection, and the absolute requirement for entering the kingdom of heaven. In...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Has there ever been a time when Israel was not at war?
The period that stands out as a time of peace for Israel is Solomon's years as king. His father David was denied the privilege of building the temple for the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
To be counted righteous, Christ's righteousness has to be imputed on us. If so, why then was Cornelius said to be righteous in Acts 10:22 yet he was yet to accept Jesus as Lord and Savior?
Good question, Jeremiah! The problem is that "all of our righteousness is as filthy rags" (Isaiah 64:6). “Each of us has become like something unclean, and...
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Leslie Coutinho
How does Jeremiah 33:3 connect with God's promises in Matthew 7:7?
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: The promises of God the Father, as our Lord...
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Daniel Veler
Who is the beast in Revelation?
Your question: Who is the beast in Revelation? Most people believe the beast in Revelation is the false Christ. Others call the beast the Antichrist. This...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does it mean to be humble?
Good question, Kathlelen! To be humble means to recognize your total dependence on God, to follow Christ's example of serving others, and to trust God to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What should we learn from the tribe of Joseph?
What should we learn from the tribe of Joseph? The tribe of Joseph teaches how God honours faithfulness, transforms hardship into purpose, and uses...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why did the commander of the Lord’s army answer "neither" when Joshua asked if he was friend or foe in Joshua 5:13-14?
The question Joshua asked the man was, essentially, 'Whose side are you on, ours or theirs' (the enemy)? He saw the sword the man was carrying so he asked...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is historic premillennialism?
What is historic premillennialism? Historic premillennialism is a Christian view of the end times that teaches that Christ will return before a future period...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
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Who are the "sons of God" in Job 38:7?
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James Kraft
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What does it mean to be humble?
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Who are the 144,000 in Revelation?
The identity of the 144,000 people in Revelation 14:1-5 has been the subject of theological conversations through the church ages. Bible scholars are divided...
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Daniel Veler
What is eternal life?
Your question: What is eternal life? There is a clear understanding as to what eternal life is within the scriptures. Jesus explains it himself. What you're...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What should we learn from the life of Samuel?
What should we learn from the life of Samuel? Samuel's life shows what it means to serve God with consistency, sincerity, and discipline. From childhood, he...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What should we learn from the life of Samson?
What should we learn from the life of Samson? Samson's example can encourage us. He relied on His God, even during challenging circumstances. An example of...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can you "boast in the LORD" in your daily life today?
How can you "boast in the LORD" in your daily life today? Psalm 34:2 says, "My soul shall make her boast in Jehovah; the meek shall hear thereof, and be...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is an Evangelical Christian?
What is an Evangelical Christian? Being part of an Evangelical family, the following relates to what I believe: An Evangelical Christian is someone whose...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Why do believers still sin? Ephesians 4:22
Why do Christians still sin? That is the question. The questioner is basing his/her question on Ephesians 4:22. "You were taught, with regard to your former...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about bitterness?
What does the Bible say about bitterness? The Bible presents bitterness as a force that corrodes a person from within and steadily influences behaviour,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20?
How are believers supposed to 'learn Christ,' according to Ephesians 4:20? Ephesians 4:20 shows that coming to Christ introduces believers to a completely...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is evangelical theology?
What is evangelical theology? Evangelical theology is a way of understanding the Christian faith that strongly emphasises the message of the Bible and the...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can we "put off the old self" in daily life?
How can we "put off the old self" in daily life? Paul here uses a Greek verb that means "to rid oneself of something" or "to lay aside something," such as...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Should I bottle up my feelings? (Proverbs 14:29)
Should I bottle up my feelings? (Proverbs 14:29) "He that is slow to anger is of great understanding; But he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly." Rage...
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If believers have already put on the new self, why would it still need renewal?
Verse 10 says the new self "is being renewed". (Colossians 3:10 -- "and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why do believers still sin? Ephesians 4:22
Why do believers still sin? Ephesians 4:22 Paul stressed that we should drop disruptive ways of thinking and instead cultivate attitudes that enable us to...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
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What does the Bible say about giving to the poor?
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What is the meaning of the clothing imagery (i.e., the “have put off” and “have been clothed”)?
Colossians 3:9-10 Relate it to the "old man" and the "new man." 3:9 "Do not lie to one another since you have put off the old man with its practices ...
Colossians 3:1 - 25
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does Jonah 4:11 mean by people who cannot tell their right hand from their left?
What does Jonah 4:11 mean by people who cannot tell their right hand from their left? In the conclusion of the words to Jonah, God said that these people did...
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Anonymous
Why do believers still sin? Ephesians 4:22
Ephesians 4:22 in the New International Version (NIV) reads: "You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is bei...
Ephesians 4:1 - 32
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Anonymous
Should I bottle up my feelings? (Proverbs 14:29)
Proverbs 14: 29 NIV = "Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly."
Proverbs 14:1 - 35
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Anonymous
How can I practice truthfulness in challenging situations this week?
Colossians 3:9 " Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices."
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Daniel Veler
How do I know if I truly believe and the Holy Spirit is in me?
Your question: How do I know if I truly believe and the Holy Spirit is in me? Many struggle with this question. The reason is because many are not taught...
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Bruce Marshall
Do pets / animals go to Heaven? Do pets / animals have souls?
I think it may be important to view the animals, and what they experienced, before the fall of man. God viewed all He created as very good. He also created...
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Anonymous
How can we "put off the old self" in daily life?
Colossians 3:9 "Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices."
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Does Paul contradict Jesus when he exhorts children, “obey your parents in all things”? Colossians 3:20
A text must be understood in its context because a text without a context is a pretext for a proof text. I.e. a text without a context is a pretext for...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does it mean that hope that is seen is not hope (Romans 8:24)?
Romans 8:24 means that hope is always about something we do not yet have. If we already see or possess something, we no longer need to hope for it. The very...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
How does a foolish woman tear down her house (Prov. 14:1)?
In Proverbs 14:1, the "house" is understood to represent far more than a physical structure. As the Faithlife Study Bible explains, the term refers to the...
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Daniel Veler
Does it matter 'why' you accept Jesus as your Savior?
Your question: Does it matter 'why' you accept Jesus as your Savior? The answer is yes. It does matter. Let me explain in further detail what I mean. Some...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the meaning of the Parable of the Prodigal Son?
What is the meaning of the Parable of the Prodigal Son? Some aspects of the illustration of the prodigal son (also known as "the lost son") are unique. It is...
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Anonymous
What does it mean to "trust in the LORD" in Psalm 32:10?
. Psalm 32:10 NKJV "Many sorrows shall be to the wicked; But he who trusts in the Lord, mercy shall surround him."
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Why the command to "put off all such things" in Colossians 3:8?
In my opinion, I believe God gave the command to "put off" or "get rid of [your] anger, hot tempers, hatred, cursing, obscene language, and all similar sins"...
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Billy P Eldred
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How can I overcome the pain of betrayal?
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Billy P Eldred
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How can I overcome the pain of betrayal?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
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Jeffrey Johnson
If Christ reconciles all things, why doesn’t everyone believe? (Colossians 1:20)
If Christ reconciles all things, why doesn't everyone believe? (Colossians 1:20) If Christ truly reconciles all things, it is natural to wonder why belief is...