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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What does it mean to be crucified with Christ?

What does it mean to be crucified with Christ, the Messiah? Galatians 2:20-21: I have been crucified with the Messiah, and it is no longer I who live, but...

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Answer by Bernhart Neufeld

What does the Bible say about cremation? Should Christians be cremated?

I believe that we are made in the image of God. And I believe that when we pray that God hears us, so I am sure when I pray I pray to a loving God that loves...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What should we learn from the tribe of Dan?

What Should We Learn from the Tribe of Dan? The tribe of Dan was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Dan, the fifth son of Jacob and the first...

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

Romans 5:9 ESV Since, therefore, we have now been justified by his blood, much more shall we be saved by him from the wrath of God.

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What should we learn from the tribe of Naphtali?

What should we learn from the tribe of Naphtali? The tribe of Naphtali was descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and the second son born to Bilhah,...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What was Solomon's temple, the first temple? How many temples were there?

What Was Solomon's Temple, the First Temple? How Many Temples Were There? Solomon's Temple, known as the First Temple, was the first permanent place of...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Do Christians have the authority to command angels?

Do Christians have the authority to command angels? Biblical Scripture does not give believers the authority to command or dispatch holy angels. The question...

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Answer by Donna Williams

What does "provoke" mean in Colossians 3:21?

Dear Anonymous, the word "provoke" in the Greek language means "to rouse to wrath". Paul is instructing fathers as the head or leaders of the household, not...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Do Christians have the authority to rebuke the devil?

Do Christians have the authority to rebuke the Devil? Sadly, we do not have the power to rebuke the Devil, but what we do have is the power to resist him....

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Can Christians live their best life now?

Can Christians live their best life now? Many people speak about "living your best life now" as enjoying health, fulfilment, meaningful relationships, and a...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What was Herod's temple / the third temple?

What was Herod's temple / the Third Temple? The Scriptures do not describe Herod's Temple in detail. Most of what we know comes from the Jewish historian...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why is 'You shall have no other gods before me' in the Ten Commandments?

Why is 'You shall have no other gods before me' in the Ten Commandments - Deuteronomy 5:6-7 The command, "You shall have no other gods before Me"...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why is 'You shall not steal' in the Ten Commandments?

Why is 'You shall not steal' in the Ten Commandments? God said, "Thou shalt not steal" (the Eighth Commandment in Exodus 20:15) to establish a moral...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why did God write the Ten Commandments on two tablets of stone and not just one?

Why did God write the Ten Commandments on two stone tablets instead of one? The Bible does not directly explain why God wrote the Ten Commandments on two...

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

What is the meaning of "too blessed to be stressed"?

Marvin, I am so glad you asked that question! I used to have a Mexican coworker who ALWAYS said this. There are a few variations of what the complete set of...

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What does "provoke" mean in Colossians 3:21?

Colossians 3:21 Rules for Christian Households 21 Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.

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What is the day of Pentecost?

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Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Growing Seed?

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about marriage?

What does the Bible say about Marriage? The Bible defines marriage as a sacred, lifelong covenant and physical ("one flesh") union between one man and one...

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Answer by John Appelt

What is the story of Joseph and his brothers?

The story of Joseph and his brothers is quite an instructive account. So often Joseph is wrongly portrayed as a spoiled, boastful child and that his father...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How can I avoid being a doubting Thomas?

How can I avoid being a doubting Thomas? When I think about Thomas, I do not see a man who lacked sincerity or devotion. I see someone whose faith was shaken...

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Is the New World Translation a valid version of the Bible?

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Who is the woman mentioned in Revelation 12:1?

Who is the woman mentioned in Revelation 12:1? Revelation 12:1 (ESV): 1 And a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon...

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Does God promise to not give us more than we can handle?

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What did Jesus mean by "I will give you rest" in Matthew 11:28?

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does Revelation chapter 12 mean?

What does Revelation chapter 12 mean? Revelation 12 is a central symbolic vision in the New Testament that describes a cosmic spiritual war between God's...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What are the two beasts in Revelation Chapter 13?

What are the two beasts in Revelation Chapter 13? Revelation 13:1-18 In Revelation 13, the two beasts are the Beast from the Sea (commonly identified as the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Who are the two witnesses in the book of Revelation?

Who are the two witnesses in the book of Revelation? Revelation 1:1-20 The Bible does not explicitly name the two witnesses in the Book of Revelation; it...

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Answer by Daniel Veler

In what way would God give them "a new heart" (Ezekiel 36:26)?

Your question: In what way would God give them "a new heart" (Ezekiel 36:26)? Understand this crucial point: prophets revealed future events. Receiving a...

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Why did blood and water come out of Jesus' side when He was pierced?

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Answer by David Stratman

Does Colossians 1:22-23 mean if we do not continue in our faith in Christ, we lose our salvation?

Yes that is exactly what it is saying. The position that you cannot lose your salvation is a modern invention. There are an overwhelming number of verses in...

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Answer by Daniel Veler

What are the three woes of Revelation?

Your question: What are the three woes of Revelation? Revelation 8:13: “And I beheld, and heard an angel flying through the midst of heaven, saying with a...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about a Christian making choices?

What does the Bible say about how a Christian should make choices? The Bible teaches that Christians make choices every day, and those decisions should...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why would God enlist a pagan nation to punish His people? 2 Chronicles 36:17

Why would God enlist a pagan nation to punish His people? 2 Chronicles 36:17 - "Therefore he brought upon them the king of the Chaldeans, who slew their...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What does the Bible say about a Christian's responsibility?

What does the Bible say about a Christian's responsibility? Col 2:6-7: "As therefore ye received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, 7 rooted and built up...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

In what way would God give them "a new heart" (Ezekiel 36:26)?

In what way would God give them "a new heart" (Ezekiel 36:26) I will also give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit within you; I will take the stony...

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

Does John 4:22 mean you have to be Jewish to have salvation? It says, "...salvation is from the Jews."

No, John 4:22 does not teach that someone must be Jewish to receive salvation. However, understanding why Christ said "salvation is of the Jews" requires...

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

What does “what is sown” mean?

In the literal sense, sowing means planting seed. Whatever type of seed is planted determines what will eventually grow and be harvested. We cannot plant...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Should Christians be tolerant of other people's religious beliefs?

Should Christians be tolerant of other people's religious beliefs? We can accept people for who they are, and we must learn to tolerate other people's...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What are some examples of works, as in James, 2: 14-26?

What are some examples of works, as in James 2: 14- 26? Works in James 2:14–26 Biblical Examples James Gives Abraham offering Isaac (2:21): His willingness...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How is Jesus different from other religious leaders?

How is Jesus different from other religious leaders? Jesus was unique in His purpose. Why did He come to earth? He came for one reason: to save us from our...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

How is the Christian religion different from all the other world religions?

How does Christianity differ from other world religions? The true Christian Religion is based on the faith and teachings of Jesus Christ: John 14:6: " Jesus...

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Answer by Daniel Veler

Does God give us visible signs?

Your question: Does God give us visible signs? God has always given us signs in the prophecies he gave unto men chosen by him. He said a virgin would give...

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

Does the Law of Moses still apply today?

Does the law of Moses still apply today? Apply how? To what? I learned the Alphabet when I was around 3 years old; my mom taught it to me; eventually, I...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What do the seven thunders in mean?

What do the seven thunders in Revelation mean? When John heard the thunders, he wanted to know what they were. But the angel told him not to write them down...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What are the three woes of Revelation?

What are the three woes of Revelation? The three woes in the Book of Revelation are final, escalating judgments of divine wrath announced by an eagle (or...

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