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  1. What does "provoke" mean in Colossians 3:21?
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Why did Paul say, "to die is gain" in Philippians 1:21?

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How does perfect love cast out fear?

9 hours ago

Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Will Christians live through the tribulation?

Will Christians Live Through the Tribulation? Yes, Christians will be saved through God's ultimate deliverance, although believers differ on whether the...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Do Christians have to obey the laws of the land?

Do Christians Have to Obey the Law? Romans 13:1–7 Christians are called to live under God’s order, and part of that order includes respecting civil...

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

Will you go to hell for asking someone to kill you, so you don't have to do it?

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jackie, we had the same thought after reading the question. Anyone asking something like this was probably having a rough go of it at that time. Hopefully,...

10 hours ago

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

Why did Jesus choose the wedding at Cana for His first miracle?

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I think you're probably right Mr Matthews; I don't believe the John 2 miracle was necessarily Jesus' first. I believe the Scriptures are theologically...

20 hours ago

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

Will you go to hell for asking someone to kill you, so you don't have to do it?

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Danny, your first paragraph: "Would you be putting the person you ask to kill you in jeopardy of the same hell that you're trying to avoid, if that person...

20 hours ago

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

Why do Mormons refer to themselves as Latter Day Saints?

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It doesn't help me any, I ain't sure about anyone else. I understand the concept of something or someone being called by a specific name, but when the...

20 hours ago

Answer by Daniel Veler

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

Your question was: Can a person give up their salvation? My question is: why would you want to? When I was a young Christian, I often pondered which view was...

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

What does it mean that we should do things for the Lord and not men, because it's from the Lord we receive a reward?

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Tim, I liked your line, "we will be in conflict with what the world practices or values": --> John 15:18 “If the world hates you, remember that it hated...

21 hours ago

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

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Billy, my confidence rests entirely in the finished work of Christ for me, who purchased my redemption. The Holy Spirit's seal is God's assurance of HIS...

1 day ago

Question by Anonymous
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What does "Obey your parents, pleasing the Lord" mean in Colossians 3:18-4:6?

Esp. Colossians 3:20 - 21 Rules for Christian Households 20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. 21 Fathers, do not pr...

Colossians 3:18 - 4:1

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Comment by Javier Talamantes

Why do Mormons refer to themselves as Latter Day Saints?

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Hey! I am actually a Latter-Day saint (Or a Mormon)! We actually just call ourselves "Latter-day-saints" purely because it is the last name of the LDS church...

1 day ago

Comment by Billy P Eldred

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Mark you are putting your faith in a stamp. (No I am not calling the Holy Spirit a stamp) A seal was exactly that. A mark of authenticity. In this case, what...

1 day ago

Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

What is the land that God promised to Israel?

What is the land that God promised to Israel? Genesis 15:18 says "To your descendants, I have given this land from the river of Egypt to the great river, the...

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What is the sign of the Son of Man mentioned in Matthew 24:30?

2 days ago

Answer by Leslie Coutinho

How can we practically "be thankful" in challenging circumstances? Colossians 3:15

Colossians 3:15: Let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. The perilous tough times that we see...

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Question by Anonymous
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What does "extol" mean in Psalm 99:9?

Psalm 99:9 in the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV / NRSVUE) reads: "Extol the Lord our God, and worship at his holy mountain; for the Lord our God is h...

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

How are we "sinners saved by grace"?

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Romans 3:24: " ...and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus."

2 days ago

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

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

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"Provoke," literally, "to call forth," hence, to excite or stir up, whether in a good or bad sense, appears frequently in the Old Testament as the...

2 days ago

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

How can parents help further the spiritual growth of their children?

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Loved your discipline comment about Ephesians 6:4. The context of that is vv. 1-3: Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. Honor your...

2 days ago

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

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Billy, I have disputed that continued belief is a condition for retaining salvation. Paul says that upon believing the gospel we are sealed with the Holy...

3 days ago

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How are we "sinners saved by grace"?

3 days ago

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

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

The BDAG lexicon, as quoted in The Precept Austin commentary, defines ἐρεθίζω [provoke] as: "to cause someone to react in a way that suggests acceptance of a...

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

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

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I'm all for that, Daniel. We don't have to agree about this! Have a great Saturday!

3 days ago

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

What is the meaning of the Parable of the Sower?

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Good morning Mr Kraft, I hope you're doing well. Too much emphasis is often put toward 'forecasting salvation; who is saved and how it works; are the people...

3 days ago

Comment by Jackson Grant , Born _Raised_Still Growing

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

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Thank you for taking the time to provide this well written explanation.

3 days ago

Comment by Daniel Veler

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

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Danny let’s let God’s word stand on its own. Let God be true.

3 days ago

Comment by Billy P Eldred

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Mark I know that neither of us is going to convince the other. You have given many interpretations of Scripture that you believe make OSAS a tenet of your...

3 days ago

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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Question by Anonymous
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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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Comment by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Is it possible for married Christians to be unequally yoked?

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Thank you, jackie. You're very kind. I hope you're doing well!

4 days ago

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

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

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Yes Daniel, I'm sorta familiar with that portion of Scripture. (Although, I prefer to read it in my own language, instead of the tongue that reminds me of a...

4 days ago

Comment by Daniel Veler

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

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Danny have you ever read Revelation 2:18: “And unto the angel of the church in Thyatira write; 'These things saith the Son of God, who hath his eyes like...

4 days ago

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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Comment by Daniel Veler

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

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Danny have you ever read the following? Revelation 2:12: “ And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, 'These things saith he which hath the sharp...

4 days ago

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

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Billy, your new car analogy illustrates an important distinction, but it overlooks what Paul actually says we have already received. Suppose someone gives me...

5 days ago

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

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Billy (continuing here), you correctly observe that Paul addresses Gentiles in Romans 11. But notice the context: Israel's natural branches and Gentiles...

5 days ago

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

Can a Christian 'give back' salvation?

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Billy, I agree that all Scripture is true and must be reconciled. That reconciliation is recognizing that there are different truths for different groups at...

5 days ago

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

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

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"Evil being attracted to church growth" makes every new person to a church a potential suspect. That's not good! Peter and them must've really flinched when...

5 days ago

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

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

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People are territorial! Naturally! It isn't a good trait. It's one of our quiet, less conspicuous human failures of spirituality. It has to be pushed back...

5 days ago

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

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

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The letters in Revelation... Are we to believe that an understanding of John's vision of the Revelation of Jesus Christ is necessary to get the proper...

5 days ago