If Christ emptied Himself of deity while on earth, then how could He be God?
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I always enjoy your answers, Tim.
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with?
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Ryan, thank you!
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How could Eutycus be dead if he had life in him? Acts 20:9-10
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See Ezekiel 12:2: "Son of man, you dwell in the midst of a rebellious house, which has eyes to see, but does not see and ears to hear, but does not hear, for...
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Daniel Veler
What practical steps can we take to seek wisdom "hidden in Christ"?
What practical steps can we take to seek wisdom "hidden in Christ"? James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men...
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Daniel Veler
How can I prove to a believer in Judaism from the Old Testament that the Lord Jesus is the Messiah?
You cannot prove this to a Jew because God has blinded them in part. Read Romans 11:25: For I would not, brethren, that ye should be ignorant of this...
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Daniel Veler
Do we have eternal life in Christ now, or do we receive it in the future?
You asked, Do we have eternal life in Christ now, or do we receive it in the future? The answer is quite simple to comprehend if you believe in the...
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If Christ emptied Himself of deity while on earth, then how could He be God?
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jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with?
The question is: Does a lifelong struggle with a persistent sin mean one was never really saved to begin with? One of my favorite verses is Hebrews 2:1...
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by Donna Williams
When does God ever forgive suicide?
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God is good and I give Him all of the glory!
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Why did God make salvation such a narrow path?
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Hi, Justin. Would you mind telling us what denomination or type of church you belong to? I think it would help me understand your answer. Thanks!
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Can sin be forgiven without repentance?
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On the cross, Jesus said, "Father, forgive them they don't know what they are doing." He didn't ask they repent but that they be forgiven.
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
When does God ever forgive suicide?
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Thank you, Donna.
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Can a person who struggles with substance abuse and yet prays still go to heaven?
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Paul, me again. I just thought of something. You sound like my son. He had become disabled by alcohol after only 3 years of drinking. He became a true...
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Daniel Veler
How is God "clearly seen" in this world? (Romans 1:19–20)
The Lord said the world will know you are his because of the love you have in your heart. For you will love as God loves and the world will witness it...
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Daniel Veler
How can I prove to a non-believer that God exists?
You can not convince anyone to believe in God. The apostle wrote concerning the good news of Christ, "One man plants the word into a person’s heart and along...
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Daniel Veler
Why does the power of God bring salvation to the Jews first?
As to your question, why did Jesus come to the Jews first, it was to fulfill his word. Salvation was promised to the Gentiles during the time of Abraham....
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Anonymous
Does only God have immortality or do humans also have it?
Paul says in 1 Timothy 6:16, God “alone has immortality, dwelling in unapproachable light.” However, in other places, Paul speaks of Christians being raised ...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does the bible mean in Colossians 3:1-2 by "looking for the things that are above"?
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What do “things above” encompass? In my mind, they are: • Christ Himself—His character, reign, and glory (Hebrews 12:2) • His kingdom priorities (Matthew...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does the bible mean in Colossians 3:1-2 by "looking for the things that are above"?
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Kelli, I liked your opening statement about Philippians -- Offering every task, email, diaper change, or meeting as service to Christ: “Whatever you do in...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Hosea 1:2—How could a holy God who condemns harlotry command Hosea to marry a harlot?
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You're welcome, Jackie!
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How is God "clearly seen" in this world? (Romans 1:19–20)
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What does this mean in Psalms 18:22: "I have followed all his regulations; I have never abandoned his decrees"?
What does this mean in Psalms 18:22: "I have followed all his regulations; I have never abandoned his decrees"? Psalm 18:20-24 says: The Lord rewarded me...
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Anonymous
How can I prove to a non-believer that God exists?
If a non-believer asks me to prove His existence, what do I say?
Romans 1:20
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Leslie Coutinho
How could Eutycus be dead if he had life in him? Acts 20:9-10
Acts 20:10: And Paul went down, and fell on him, and embracing him said, “Trouble not yourselves; for his life is in him.” Lord Jesus, when He was risen, He...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
How can we avoid the elder son's attitude in our lives? Luke 15:29
Dear Anonymous, good question! To avoid the elder son’s attitude, we must intentionally shift our focus from comparing ourselves to others to celebrating God...
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Hosea 1:2—How could a holy God who condemns harlotry command Hosea to marry a harlot?
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Thank you, Jack. I studied Hebrew and Greek 45 years ago. I have tried to keep up with Greek but didn't continue with Hebrew. So much has been forgotten. I...
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Can a person who struggles with substance abuse and yet prays still go to heaven?
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Thank you, Paul for your insight and transparency. God's help and comfort are with you. He will not break a bruised reed nor snuff out a spark.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does it mean to be poor in spirit?
Hi Patrick! Good question, brother! To be poor in spirit means to be spiritually humble and aware of one’s emptiness and need before God, not simply to be...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does it mean to be poor in spirit?
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A terrific song encapsulates this concept is: Song b> Compass HB 2023 5:33 You can hear it here: https://open.spotify.com/track/1JkmmAA5kRQ3LDsJsryuYL
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Daniel Veler
Can we be blotted out of the Lamb’s Book of Life if we are a Christian?
When I accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior, we would hold Bible study sessions during our unpaid lunch breaks. One of these sessions turned to the topic...
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Leslie Coutinho
How can I be baptized by the Holy Spirit?
Acts 2:38: Then Peter said unto them, “Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Hosea 1:2—How could a holy God who condemns harlotry command Hosea to marry a harlot?
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Jackie, the phrase in Hosea 1:2 is ’eshet zenunim (אֵשֶׁת זְנוּנִים). Hebrew often uses a genitive of characteristic or destiny, not just present state....
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Do the Jewish people believe in life after death?
Dear Anonymous, Yes. Here's how I know: 1. Ecclesiastes 12:7 – "...and the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit (ruach) returns to God who...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Why should we read the Bible / study the Bible?
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The B-I-B-L-E, yeah, that's the book for me – Jeremiah 15:16 – "Your words were found, and I ate them, and your words became to me a joy and the delight of...
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Can a person who struggles with substance abuse and yet prays still go to heaven?
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Hi, Bernadette, my son was a strong, faithful believer for 2 decades before alcohol got the upper hand. He dealt with million-dollar clients in his job, and...
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
What is the Revised Geneva Translation (RGT)?
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Again, you have educated me!
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
What was the great battle that Abraham fought against the kings?
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Thank you, Jeffrey! I enjoyed reading that bit of history that I had not read before.
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
What should a person do if he or she has found an item not belonging to him/her?
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Matthew 13:44. In the parable of Jesus, a man finds something very valuable in a field that doesn't belong to him. He must have known or at least been...
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
What should a person do if he or she has found an item not belonging to him/her?
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When I found a wallet, I kept it because I didn't trust the girl at the counter. And, the owner had an ID card in it. (Before the days of cell phones) I went...
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by jackie pippin
, Wife of one. Mother of two. Grandmother of four.
Hosea 1:2—How could a holy God who condemns harlotry command Hosea to marry a harlot?
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Unless it is simply that I don't know Hebrew, and the difference between "Go and take a wife of whoredom, " and "Go and take a wife who will be a whore." Vs....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
How can the gospel be preached to the dead?
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But first see the big picture, Shushant: (1 PETER 4) Peter writes about suffering. I. THE PURPOSE OF SUFFERING (4:1-11, 15, 17-18) A. To cleanse and purify...
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Why does the power of God bring salvation to the Jews first?
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Daniel Veler
What does "received Christ Jesus as Lord" mean for personal faith commitment?
Your question is, "What does 'received Christ Jesus as Lord' mean?" It’s impossible to have Christ as your savior without him being your Lord. Jesus said...
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Anonymous
How can we avoid the elder son's attitude in our lives? Luke 15:29
Luke 15:29: "But he answered his father, 'Look, these many years I have served you, and I never disobeyed your command, yet you never gave me a young goat, ...
Luke 15:11 - 32
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by
Daniel Veler
Do the Jewish people believe in life after death?
Your question is “Do the Jewish people believe in life after death?” The answer is yes. If you read the account of David when he was told that the Lord would...
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Charlotte Dean
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Donna Williams
What does "died with Christ" mean for your spiritual identity and actions?
In context of this verse of scripture, the Holy Spirit through the apostle is reminding the saints in Colossse of their liberty that they have in Christ...