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What does it mean that Jesus is the second Adam?
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mark wilkinson
, retired school teacher and missionary
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Jeffrey Johnson
What are the Christian themes in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe?
What are the Christian themes in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe? Central Christian Themes 1. Sacrifice and Resurrection Aslan's death on the Stone...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
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What were the different missionary journeys of Paul?
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Jeffrey Johnson
Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation? While this verse does not teach that baptism is required for salvation, we should be careful not...
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by Daniel Veler
What is the Key of David?
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So true! People sometimes the scriptures written in the Old Testament were speaking of the writer himself but he was speaking of Christ.
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why is there a change of tenses between Mt 5:3 and 4?
Why is there a change of tenses between Mt 5:3 and 4? The Beatitudes use a patterned alternation of present and future verbs to signal how Jesus understands...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
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How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'
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Leslie Coutinho
What is the Key of David?
Revelation 3:7: And the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: "These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
How should we understand the Lion and the Lamb passage?
Revelation 5:5-6 beautifully reveals two complementary aspects of Jesus Christ. John hears that the victorious Lion of the tribe of Judah has conquered,...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What was the practice of casting lots?
What was the practice of casting lots? Casting lots in the Bible was an ancient decision‑making practice in which people used small objects—often stones,...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
"How did Christ cancel the "charge of our legal indebtedness"? (Colossians 2:13-14)
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Tim, I know my righteousness is imperfect (Isaiah 64:6) as well as everybody else's is too! Thank God for His perfect plan of how to cancel that impact! "But...
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by Jeffrey Johnson
Was Jesus crucified on a cross, pole, or stake?
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You make a good point in your last paragraph: "But even more important than the shape of the object on which Jesus was crucified is that Jesus shed His blood...
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by Jeffrey Johnson
Was Jesus crucified on a cross, pole, or stake?
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Reading through your comment about how Jesus died makes sense due to the Greek translations xy'lon and stauros. Plus, as I understand it, the Romans did not...
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Daniel Veler
Is hell real? Is hell eternal?
Your question: Is hell real? Is hell eternal? Yes, hell is real. Do you remember what Christ said concerning the rich man and Lazarus? The rich man lived...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
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Why is there “no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus" (Romans 8:1-2)?
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John Appelt
What did Jesus mean when He said, “Not everyone who says, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven"?
Matthew 7:21 is one of the verses that has troubled many people. Some think that it teaches that believers can lose their salvation if they fail to do the...
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
"How did Christ cancel the "charge of our legal indebtedness"? (Colossians 2:13-14)
Sin can be viewed in terms of a debt owed to God. Since the fall of humanity into sin as described in Genesis 3 (which had been preceded by the fall of...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does it mean to "enter into his gates with thanksgiving"?
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Good evangelistic answer, Tim! Pure gospel!
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the meaning of the strange fire in Leviticus 10:1?
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Great!
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
What does it mean to "enter into his gates with thanksgiving"?
The ability to enter God's heavenly domain (which would be impossible other than for those who have been saved by God's grace through faith in Christ) is...
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
Where are God's gates and courts? (Psalm 100:4)
I would say that the "gates" and "courts" being referred to are likening God's dwelling to the features of a castle or palace in this world, which serves as...
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Leslie Coutinho
What event was Jesus predicting in Luke 17:22-37?
Luke 17:26, 29, 34-36: And as it was in the days of Noah, so shall it be also in the days of the Son of man. But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it...
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Anonymous
What does it mean to "enter into his gates with thanksgiving"?
Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! (verse 4)
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
What does scripture indicate about us keeping the standards in Matthew 5:3-10?
The Christian life is impossible to live! But this is the way God designed it. Only when we allow Christ to live His life out through us can it be lived...
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by Dennis Collins
How can Heaven be perfect if all of our loved ones are not there?
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The Bible declares that people do not go to heaven (or to hell, for that matter) after death. In the same Pentecost sermon in Acts 2, Peter asserts, "For...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Why did Jesus turn our value system upside down? (Matthew 5:3-12)
To me, Jesus was refuting the conventional wisdom of the day. He did not want them to think of their current situation as either blessing from God or...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Who is the unknown god in Acts 17:23?
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Leon, good answer! Have you heard the song, "Not Far From Us" ? It is an uplifting melodic Afro House track by House of Purpose and Divine Vibes. Running...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does scripture indicate about us keeping the standards in Matthew 5:3-10?
What does Scripture indicate about us keeping the standards in Matthew 5:3-10? Each time I read the section of the Bible, the thoughts and principles bring...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the meaning of the strange fire in Leviticus 10:1?
What is the meaning of the strange fire in Leviticus 10:1? The "strange fire" in Leviticus 10:1 refers to an unauthorised act of worship by Aaron's sons,...
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Truth Finder
What does it mean that women will be 'saved' through childbearing?
It simply means that a woman will prove herself worthy to be saved if she willingly serves others within her marriage and within her family’s raising. This...
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
How is it true that the New Covenant makes the Old Covenant null and void?
If "the old covenant" refers to salvation or the granting of eternal life based upon works (that is, obedience to the commandments in the Law contained in...
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Timothy Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U. S. Army
Why is there a change of tenses between Mt 5:3 and 4?
I would say that the difference in tenses is accounted for by the possession of the kingdom of heaven being conditioned upon a present state or personal...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What is the relationship between grace and righteousness?
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Thanks for your feedback and glory to God
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Is hell real? Is hell eternal?
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Who wrote the Book of Hebrews? Who was the author of Hebrews?
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Why is there a change of tenses between Mt 5:3 and 4?
Verse 3 says the kingdom "is" theirs now, while verse 4 says mourners "will be" comforted later. What do you make of that? Is this significant? Matthew 5:...
Matthew 5:2 - 12
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What does scripture indicate about us keeping the standards in Matthew 5:3-10?
Matthew 5:3-10 presents a very high standard of godly character. Since Christians still struggle with sin, are these qualities intended as ideals that believ...
Matthew 5:2 - 12
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Is Romans 1:29-30 talking about Christians or pagans?
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Thanks Jack!
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Ed Richard
, Christ Follower in North Florida
How is it true that the New Covenant makes the Old Covenant null and void?
Why do some Christians believe this?
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Daniel Veler
Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
Your question: Does Acts 22:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation? The answer you’re looking for is stated in the verse. “And now why tarriest...
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by Daniel Veler
If baptism is not necessary for salvation why is it still necessary?
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The question asked is whether water baptism is essential to receive salvation. You must understand why John came preaching and baptizing the people with...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
When, if ever, should you resume a relationship with an unrepentant Christian?
Good question, Terry! Matthew 5:4 says: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” (ESV) By itself, this verse is not addressing whether to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the significance of a city gate in the Bible?
What is the significance of a city gate in the Bible? A city gate in the Bible is far more than an entry point—it is a symbol of power, justice, community...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the significance of a red heifer in the Bible? Is a red heifer a sign of the end times?
What is the significance of a red heifer in the Bible? Is a red heifer a sign of the end times? A red heifer in the Bible is primarily a symbol of ritual...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the Nazirite/Nazarite vow?
What is the Nazirite/Nazarite vow? The Nazirite vow (from the Hebrew word nazir, meaning "separated" or "consecrated") is an ancient, voluntary vow found in...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College & Dallas Seminary graduate, Pentair
Is Romans 1:29-30 talking about Christians or pagans?
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Interesting, Shirley. I am a shut-in, myself. I watch Scottsdale Bible Church online. And then we discuss the pastor's sermon in a small online group Bible...
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Daniel Veler
Is baptism necessary for salvation?
The account of Paul’s conversion is narrated by someone other than Paul himself. When you reach the final verse, it seems to suggest that after Paul regained...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean that Jesus is the Son of Man?
What does it mean that Jesus is the Son of Man? The title "Son of Man" (used 82 times in the Gospels) primarily emphasises Jesus' full humanity, fulfilling...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the the real meaning behind the word "shouted" in Greek in Mark 10, where Bartimaeus "shouted" at Jesus?
I believe that it means "he cried" for Jesus to hear him. He was blind, as many were, and was afraid Jesus might not see him. But he was, dare I say, only...