Who are the 144,000?
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Thanks for the write up. I am hesitant to accede to the notion that Revelation 4:1 signifies the rapture of the church. My view is that it is an invitation...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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Thank you for the thoughtful comment, Shirley! I do not disagree. Just to clarify, the "sin gene" statement was an analogy to human nature (not a literal...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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Mark, agree that we sin because we are sinners. However, I believe that God created humans with free will, like Himself. I do not believe that there is such...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
If Jesus was God, why did He not know when He would return?
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Right on, Ezekiel!! Amen@ all of that!!
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to bless God?
What does it mean to bless God? To "bless God" means to praise, honour, and express deep gratitude to Him. While God blesses humans by providing grace and...
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by shannon Haycraft
Does the warning in Revelation 22:18-19 apply to the entire Bible or just the Book of Revelation?
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I'd say more probable than possible, but you are right! Don't mess with God's Word!
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Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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I agree. Spiritually, mankind lost their ability to commune with GOD as the Bible states that we are dead in trespasses and sin therefore we are born...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit?
How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit? Being filled with the Holy Spirit means continually yielding every part of your life—your thoughts, actions, and...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How is the Holy Spirit like a fire?
How is the Holy Spirit like a fire? Several scriptures describe the Holy Spirit and fire in different contexts: Baptism of the Spirit: "He will baptise you...
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Leslie Coutinho
What does the Bible say about talking too much / being talkative?
Psalm 52:1-2: Why boastest thou thyself in mischief, O mighty man? The goodness of God endureth continually. Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp...
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Who are the two witnesses in the book of Revelation?
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
What is this "mystery"? (Colossians 1:27; 2:2-3)
As I read the cited verses, the "mystery" to which Paul is referring pertains to something that was previously hidden, but has now been revealed. It is a...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does the “mystery” of “Christ in you” in Colossians 1:27 actually affect my daily relationship with God?
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2 that their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, to reach all the riches of full assurance of understanding and the knowledge of Gods...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does the “mystery” of “Christ in you” in Colossians 1:27 actually affect my daily relationship with God?
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See also Colossians 2:2-3
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Andrew Osakue
, Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader
What was Zerubbabel's temple/the second temple?
Vijiya, in answer to your questions, I have this to say. Herod’s temple and Zerubabel’s temple are the same called the Second Temple. The difference is that...
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Ainsley Chalmers
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
Dear truth finder, I agree that DNA has been progressively degrading since we left Eden. Secularists term this mutation, but in reality, it’s DNA degradation...
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What is 2 Corinthians 12:2 about?
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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I'm sure you recall what Les Feldick used to accurately say: "We're not sinners because we sin, we sin...because we're sinners!". Thus why I stated we're...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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Shirley, God created humanity (which is sinful by nature). I would answer "why" because He wants our free-will love. He gave us the choice to obey or to not....
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Is there any significance to colors in the Bible?
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by Ainsley Chalmers
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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I proposed this question because certain Christians suggested that some cannot help themselves because of their DNA. Humans always make excuses for their...
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Leslie Coutinho
Why did God send Jesus when He did? Why not earlier? Why not later?
John 6:62: What and if ye shall see the Son of man ascend up where he was before? Right from the creation time, God the Father saw that the wickedness of man...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can demonic strongholds be overcome?
How can demonic strongholds be overcome? Demonic strongholds—often rooted in repetitive sin, habitual fear, or deep-seated deception—are overcome not through...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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So reading your very interesting comment, I have a couple questions. Why would God genetically program us to sin? Also, since when is someone who is zealous...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why does God test us?
Why does God test us? God tests us not to find out what we don't know, but to reveal our true character to ourselves. These trials expose areas for growth,...
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What does the Bible say about conflict with people?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why be gentle and respectful toward unbelievers? 1 Peter 3:15
The defense is strictly meant to be given with "meekness and fear" (or "gentleness and respect"), avoiding arrogance or hostility. That should be our...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the origin of baptism?
What is the origin of baptism? Baptism originated from ancient Jewish ritual purifications, known as mikveh, which were performed for spiritual and ritual...
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Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
To the best of any recollection, the fact is that the human genome has been degenerating since Adam and Eve enter into disobedience and the propensity to sin...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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Sin does not damn someone for eternity, just as lack of sin is not what saves. Lack of faith is what "keeps one from heaven". I would argue that Scripture...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?
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I don't believe women are easier to deceive than men. I once believed all sorts of chauvanistic stuff. (I was raised by a chauvanistic dad who had a...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why would David be so brutal? (2 Samuel 8:2)
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"Measured" (or the way we say it) Marked to be put to death, is very different from "David put two-thirds of them to death." It's CLEARLY stated 'they were...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does Psalm 54:1 reflect the nature of God's deliverance in times of trouble?
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The name (Psalm 54:1) by which we are saved is ultimately revealed as Jesus (Yeshua, “Yahweh saves”). Acts 4:12 directly applies Psalmic theology: “There is...
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Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why would David be so brutal? (2 Samuel 8:2)
If we read 2 Samuel 8 as a Bible account of David being a brutal man, I think we are reading it with an incomplete contextual understanding. I don't think...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why would David be so brutal? (2 Samuel 8:2)
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Pride... if you wanna bring a convicting charge against David, make the charge to be Pride. You don't believe my assessment? Listen closely to David's oldest...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why would David be so brutal? (2 Samuel 8:2)
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David had sin in his life; he was an ordinary man. But the Scriptures don't depict him as a brutal man. That needs to be stated unequivocally and it needs to...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is there any truth to the theory that there are "genetically-programmed sinners"? If so, can genetically-programmed sinners get to heaven?
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I would like to know the Bible verses that your friend gave you. What is the reason for the statement?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does Psalm 54:1 reflect the nature of God's deliverance in times of trouble?
How does Psalm 54:1 reflect the nature of God's deliverance in times of trouble? I found a wonderful song on spotify that is based on Psalm 54. I will...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does Psalm 54:1 reflect the nature of God's deliverance in times of trouble?
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God's name is synonymous with his presence Deuteronomy 12:5-7 1 Kings 8:15-21 Nehemiah 1:9 Psalms 20:1; 54:1; 74:7; 75:1
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why be gentle and respectful toward unbelievers? 1 Peter 3:15
Why be gentle and respectful toward unbelievers? 1 Peter 3:15 In 1 Peter 3:15, believers are instructed to defend their faith with gentleness and respect to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Are demons fallen angels?
Are demons fallen, angels? The Bible does not explicitly use the term "fallen angels" to define demons, Satan's Rebellion: The Bible describes Satan (often...
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What kind of pit was David in? (Psalm 40:2)
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John Appelt
What does John 3:16 mean?
John 3:16 is the ultimate description of how salvation works. It outlines three important concepts: First, it tells about God’s plan and process of...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
How does Psalm 54:1 reflect the nature of God's deliverance in times of trouble?
How does Psalm 54:1 reflect the nature of God's deliverance in times of trouble? Psalm 54:1-4 says "Save me, O God, by Your name, And vindicate me by Your...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What can we learn from the prayer of Abraham’s servant in Genesis 24:11-21?
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Yes Jack! It tells us God is always listening. Genesis 24:15,45; Isaiah 65:24. This is great information! Look at Isaiah 58:9: "Then you shall call and the...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?
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Paul's instructions to the churches he was overseeing are recorded as holy writ in the Word of God. His words of encouragement and instruction are of supreme...