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  1. How can we practically "be thankful" in challenging circumstances? Colossians 3:15
  2. How should I understand Matthew 5:45, where Jesus says God sends rain on the just and the unjust, alongside Ecclesiastes 7:20, which says there is no just man on earth who does good and does not sin?
  3. Who is the writer talking to in Psalms 42?
  4. Does John 4:22 mean you have to be Jewish to have salvation? It says, "...salvation is from the Jews."
  5. What does Paul mean by “in the coming ages”?
  6. What does “what is sown” mean?


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

How relevant is the Old Testament today?

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This is asking, 'how revelant is the Old Testament portion of the Scriptures.' It's a question about the Bible. There are two covenants between God and His...

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

How true is the Old Testament?

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I don't understand how the New Testament writings of Scripture are more believable than the Old Testament writings. The raising of the dead back to life is...

2 hours ago

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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Comment 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."

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Hello Jack! I agree that salvation came through Israel, that Christ was Jewish, and that the earliest believers were predominantly Jews. But we must...

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

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

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"The only faith that God will accept is that which came through the Jews." This is directly supported by John 4:22, where Jesus states, "Salvation is from...

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Comment by Tyler Nickel

Why did Jonah hate the Ninevites and not want them to be forgiven?

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Jonah very clearly DID hate the Ninevites according to the text. In Jonah 4:1-2 it says that Jonah was very angry because they repented and were not...

7 hours ago

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

Does the Law of Moses still apply today?

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God began His interaction with the people He created by living with them in the place where He put them; they blew that up when they disobeyed Him. Their...

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Comment by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

What should we learn from the tribe of Ephraim?

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What should we learn from the tribe of Ephraim? Genesis 48:20: So he [Jacob- Israel] blessed them that day, saying, “By you Israel will pronounce blessings,...

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

Does the Law of Moses still apply today?

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Still apply? This thought process, this attitude has lasted for far too long! I religiously try to dissuade it. My dad used to tell me that I was wasting my...

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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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Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hi Daniel Veler, Thank you for your response. When Jesus said in Matthew 5:17a “I did not come to destroy the Law…” Jesus was saying that He did not come to...

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

Is Joel 1:4 referring to literal locusts? When was this prophecy fulfilled?

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The notorious desert locust lives in about 30 countries, but migration and wind help it travel much farther. One-tenth of the world’s population is at risk...

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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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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

Why did Jesus mention Tyre and Sidon in Luke 10:14?

Why did Jesus mention Tyre and Sidon in Luke 10:14? Jesus mentioned Tyre and Sidon in Luke 10:14 to shame the Jewish towns of Chorazin and Bethsaida for...

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

What does Paul mean by “in the coming ages”?

Perfect question, Patrick! Ephesians 2:7 — "The ages to come" "The ages to come" means the ages that are coming one after another, leading up to Christ's...

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Comment by Daniel Veler

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Albert, have you ever read the following? Matthew 5:19: “Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to...

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Comment by John Lord

Why did Satan tempt Eve to eat the forbidden fruit instead of Adam?

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Frankly I think the interpretation is wrong. The serpent is never identified in the Bible as Satan, and he didn't do anything Eve didn't do. He encouraged...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What's left in place of Tyre today? Ezekiel 26:14

What remains of Tyre today? Ezekiel 26:14 This was fulfilled more than 250 years later, when Alexander the Great attacked the island city of Tyre....

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Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is The Living Bible (TLB)?

What is The Living Bible (TLB)? The Living Bible (TLB) is a thought‑for‑thought English paraphrase of the Bible, created to make Scripture easy to read in...

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Answer by Jeffrey Johnson

What is the KJV Only movement? Is the King James Version the only Bible we should use?

What is the KJV-only movement? Is the King James Version the only Bible we should use? Translations I use American Standard Version (ASV) Rotherham...

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Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Hebrews states that the Old Covenant (the Mosaic Law) has become obsolete. (Obsolete - Strong’s #G 3822 palaioo - to become old, to be made obsolete, to...

2 days ago

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

If marriage is so difficult, why should I even consider it?

The question is, "If marriage is so difficult, why should I even consider it?" Once when I was a pastor and preaching, "Be fruitful and multiply and fill the...

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

What is the definition of marriage?

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Yes! "Holy matrimony, or marriage, is a complete and comprehensive union, oriented toward procreation, covenantal and lifelong, between one man and one...

2 days ago

Question by Patrick Ledanois

What does Paul mean by “in the coming ages”?

Ephesians 2:7

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Answer by Daniel Veler

What if I don't feel saved?

Your Question: What if I don't feel saved? There was another question similar to this that was merged into this one: How can I know I’m saved? Your answer...

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Is it wrong to ask God to show us signs?

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

Why is praising God important?

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO LOVE GOD - YEHOVAH We are to love God - Yehovah which is part of the creed of the lord Messiah Jesus: Mark 12:29-30: “Hear, O Israel:...

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

Which of God’s laws exactly is Jesus referring to here?

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Brandon Hughes, I agree with your comments. All the law is summed up in these two: we're to love God, and love others as we love ourself. You're correct when...

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Comment by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Pondering the Royal Law: James 2:8 Love, by its very nature, refuses to be shackled; it must be free to soar within and even beyond the hearts of those who...

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Comment by Daniel Veler

What is the true meaning of Christmas?

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Jennifer the Bible gives us the month in which Christ would have been born. But many have over looked it. The angel appeared unto Mary in the sixth month. By...

3 days ago

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

Which of God’s laws exactly is Jesus referring to here?

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"But after faith has come, we are no longer under a tutor" (Gal 3:25). Faith has not come to everyone to whom faith will come; the gospel is a work in...

3 days ago

Answer by Daniel Veler

Is Jehovah the true name of God?

People have debated this issue for years. Out of respect for the name of God I shall follow Christ’s instructions. I shall call him Father just as he did and...

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