Is “Kintsugi” a valid Christian belief?
It's unwise to use an item used in false worship, such as "kensugi" which is also a flawed theological analogy. We are not restored but made new creations at...
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Why is faith without works dead?
Why is faith without works dead? James teaches that real faith always produces action. If faith never expresses itself in obedience, it is lifeless. Works...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about selflessness?
What does the Bible say about Selflessness? Regarding this question, Peter makes a very good point recorded in 1st Peter 4:1-2 ESV: "Forasmuch then as Christ...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about grudges?
What does the Bible say about grudges? One way to show love for our neighbour is by applying the counsel found in Leviticus 19:18. It says: "Thou shalt not...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about honesty?
What does the Bible say about honesty? A reputation as an honest, trustworthy, and reliable person is precious and rare in this world. Each of us has the...
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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?
It seems to me that we should be asking, not whether God is on our side, but whether we are on God's side or not. He is sovereign. He's the Boss. What He...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about eating/drinking blood?
What does the Bible say about eating/drinking blood? The Bible Consistently Commands God's People Not to Consume Blood This command appears before the Law,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is a Christian life coach, and is the concept biblical?
What is a Christian life coach, and is the concept biblical? What a Christian Life Coach Is A Christian life coach helps believers grow in areas such as...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Is freedom of speech a biblical concept?
Is Freedom of Speech a Biblical Concept? Not as a political right, but Scripture strongly affirms the moral obligation to speak the truth and the...
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Daniel Veler
What does it mean that the devil's time on earth will be short in Revelation 12:12?
Your question: What does it mean that the devil's time on earth will be short in Revelation 12:12? This concept originates from Jesus’s statement about...
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What does it mean that Jesus will come in the clouds (Revelation 1:7)?
Your question: What does it mean that Jesus will come in the clouds (Revelation 1:7)? I looked and saw that this question was asked in 2014. I don’t know if...
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What is dispensational premillennialism / premillennial dispensationalism?
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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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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. The passage begins by stating...
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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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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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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
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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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Who are the "sons of God" in Job 38:7?
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What does it mean to be humble?
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 ...
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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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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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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