When did the diaspora which Peter mentions in 1 Peter 1 start and end?
As best I can determine, the literal diaspora to which Peter was referring began during the rule of the Roman emperor Claudius (who reigned from AD 41 to AD...
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Can a Christian consider a career in acting / entertainment?
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Leslie Coutinho
Have any aspects of end times prophecy been fulfilled?
Luke 21:9-10: "But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end is not by and by." Then...
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Billy P Eldred
What are some hindrances to a potent prayer life?
In my opinion, unbelief is the single most important reason for an effective and fulfilling prayer life and any other reason is rooted in it. When we are...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why does Zimri execute the friends, as well as the family of Baasha (1 Kings 16:11)?
In my opinion, Zimri's actions were motivated by a desire to eliminate any possible threat to his rule, causing him to execute not only Baasha's family, but...
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What is Roman Catholicism?
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What is Roman Catholicism?
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Scripture alone is the source of authority for the church in all ages since Calvary. Church traditions and practices must stand or fail on the scale of...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why does the bible tell us to do things that seem impossible to do?
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Ryan, our motivation to do what pleases the Lord is EXTREMELY important to God. On February 11, 1962, Parade Magazine published the following brief...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean in Psalm 32:8 where the Lord says, "I will counsel you with my eye upon you"?
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Yep, Craig, and also see Riley Clemmon's song, "Runs Deep." “Like Grandma’s voice will always sound like home Like a preacher on Sunday talking ’bout the...
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by Montressa Kale
What does "lest you dash your foot against a stone" mean?
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Thank you for your response. I was searching to see if the phrase “dash your foot against a stone” was an idiom. I always knew there was a deeper meaning.
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about knowledge?
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For a possible sermon: I. True knowledge begins with God Proverbs says the fear of the Lord is where knowledge starts (Prov. 1:7). It’s not just information—...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What happened to the lost tribes of Israel?
The "lost tribes of Israel" were the 10 northern tribes that broke away from Judah after Solomon’s reign. Because of their persistent sin and idolatry, God...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who were the kings of Israel and Judah?
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Michael, you wrote an interesting answer! Keep them coming. I love how you tie King Jesus into these. Incidentally, Omri’s name shows up on ancient monuments...
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Where did Old Testament believers go when they died?
In the Old Testament, a person who died went to “sheol” and in the New Testament, a person went to “hades” the Greek equivalent. It is often thought of as a...
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by WESLEY BARNARD
What is replacement theology?
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The view that Israel and the ‘ekklēsia’ are different is clearly taught in the OT and NT. Biblically speaking, the ‘ekklēsia’ is completely different and...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Does the "Shekinah Glory" appear anywhere in any Bible translation?
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Just this morning reading my King James, I saw this footnote. Song of Solomon 4:9: "Thou hast ravished my heart, my sister, my spouse; thou hast ravished my...
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ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
What does the Bible say about knowledge?
Before I became a Christian in my 40th year, I’d already received a BSc and PhD from my local university in Adelaide, Australia. My science subjects included...
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Do angels have free will?
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Should Christians perform the sign of the cross and what is its meaning?
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Why did God hem David in (Psalm 139:5)?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How should a believer respond when they’re attacked by slander or false accusations, especially when the 'tongue feels like a sword' as described in Psalms 31, 64, and 140?
I would say that Jesus serves as our model in such cases, as Peter noted when speaking of Him in 1 Peter 2:23, "When they hurled their insults at Him, He did...
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Leslie Coutinho
What is the relationship between Zion, the City of David, and Jerusalem?
Genesis 14:18: And Mel-chiz’-dek king of Sa’-lem brought forth bread and wine: and he was the priest of the most high God. This was the land of the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
In the heat of an argument, can verses like Psalm 141:3 and James 1:19 really help Christian couples resolve conflict God's way?
As the question points out, applying the cited principles in the heat of an argument can be difficult, even for Christians. That's why it is necessary to so...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What did Paul mean when he said he had fought the good fight?
What Did Paul mean when he said he had fought the good fight? In concluding his exhortation to Timothy, Paul states in 2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought the good...
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by Carroll Hill
Why did David choose five smooth stones before going to fight Goliath?
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I had heard this explanation several years ago but had forgotten the reference - so thank you for the reminder!
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Can women serve as elders in the church?
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Great comments, Ni Jay!! When faced with sound reasoning, the first thing some here do is ask a very vanilla question: 'why didn't Jesus appoint a woman to a...
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Anonymous
How should a believer respond when they’re attacked by slander or false accusations, especially when the 'tongue feels like a sword' as described in Psalms 31, 64, and 140?
Psalm 31:20 You shall hide them in the secret place of Your presence From the plots of man; You shall keep them secretly in a pavilion From the strife of ...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can I overcome an addiction to internet porn? Can addiction to pornography be defeated?
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Amazing answer, Ainsley! It worked! You are wise, my brother.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What evidence from Scripture and history confirms that Jesus is truly the Christ—the promised Messiah?
Fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies Jesus fulfilled more than 300 messianic prophecies, including: Born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14 Matthew 1:22-23) Born...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Does the "Shekinah Glory" appear anywhere in any Bible translation?
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AMEN JACK!
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
In the heat of an argument, can verses like Psalm 141:3 and James 1:19 really help Christian couples resolve conflict God's way?
Psalms 141:3: Take control of what I say, O Lord , and guard my lips. James 1:19: Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to ...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Elijah say, "If I am the man of God let the fire come"? Was he questioning his own position, or was it because he believed in God unconditionally?"
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No, I don't consider myself a writer, Billy. And I've only written one book, The Exaltation of the Word of God in Psalm 119. But thanks for the kind words!
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Can women serve as elders in the church?
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Albert, I think he answered the question. He gave the qualifications that are necessary for a person to serve the Lord's people. That answers the question....
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How does god the father See Jesus Christ?
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by Billy P Eldred
Why did Elijah say, "If I am the man of God let the fire come"? Was he questioning his own position, or was it because he believed in God unconditionally?"
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Jack, very well written. Are you a writer? If so, tell me books you have written. If not, you should be!
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What evidence from Scripture and history confirms that Jesus is truly the Christ—the promised Messiah?
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https://www.gotquestions.org/prophecies-of-Jesus.html
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ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
How can I overcome an addiction to internet porn? Can addiction to pornography be defeated?
Years ago an 18 year old teenager boy came to live with me. He’d been on drugs and suicidal and so I tried to help. Weeks later I’d found porn downloads,...
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by Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
Can women serve as elders in the church?
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Hi Daniel Carlson, Thanks for your answer, however it didn’t answer the question, “Can women serve as elders in the church “? I suppose by what you wrote you...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does the "Shekinah Glory" appear anywhere in any Bible translation?
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“Shekinah Glory” doesn’t appear in any Bible translation—it's not a Bible word. It comes from Jewish tradition, based on the Hebrew root meaning “to dwell,”...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who was the real historical Jesus?
Who was Jesus? He began His ministry by being hungry, yet He is the Bread of Life. “And after fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry.” — Matthew...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Elijah say, "If I am the man of God let the fire come"? Was he questioning his own position, or was it because he believed in God unconditionally?"
Good question, Hlengiwe! I liked Jason Dyke's modern retelling of this story! Here's mine: The sun beat down on the rugged hilltop as Elijah stood, cloak...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Does the "Shekinah Glory" appear anywhere in any Bible translation?
The Shekinah is a word that is used by some Jews and Christians to describe the visible presence of Jehovah. The word "glory" is an exhibition of the...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
Why did God create such a vast universe and other planets if there is only life on Earth?
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Yes sir! It's certainly worth an upvote!
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God strike Uzzah dead for touching the Ark of the Covenant?
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Spot on, Billy!
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by Billy P Eldred
Why did God create such a vast universe and other planets if there is only life on Earth?
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Thank you Mark for pointing this out to me. I have edited the error.
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by Billy P Eldred
Why did God create such a vast universe and other planets if there is only life on Earth?
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Mark, it was a simple error. Was meant to say, "We don't know if God created mankind or any other life (elsewhere) in the vast universe".