How does this letter keep us from sin? 1 John 2:1
How does this letter keep us from sin? 1 John 2:1 1 John 2:1 NKJV - 1 My little children, these things I write to you, so that you may not sin. And if anyone...
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Mark Vestal
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How does one pray in the Spirit, especially when reading prayers in church?
“Praying in the Spirit” (Eph 6:18) is about prayer from heartfelt sincerity rather than empty speech. It is prayer from a believer who has access “by one...
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What does it mean to "walk as Jesus walked" (1 John 2:6)?
"The one who says he remains in him should walk as Jesus walked." 1 John 2:6 Evangelical Heritage Version (EHV)
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Jeffrey Johnson
Is Joel 1:4 referring to literal locusts? When was this prophecy fulfilled?
Is Joel 1:4 referring to literal locusts? When was this prophecy fulfilled? Joel 1:4 likely refers to a literal, devastating locust plague that occurred...
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How does this letter keep us from sin? 1 John 2:1
1 John 2:1 NKJV - 1 My little children, these things I write to you, so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jes...
1 John 2:1 - 6
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John Adamson
How does one pray in the Spirit, especially when reading prayers in church?
How does one pray in the Spirit, especially when reading prayers in church?
Ephesians 6:1 - 24
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Shirley H
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How can we cultivate the "delight" in wisdom mentioned in Proverbs 10:23?
I think that it would be prudent to remember that everyone chooses what to do with their life. The life you lead, goes with you in eternity. Eternity is an...
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by Shirley H
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Were Adam and Eve saved?
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Thinking more about this, I believe that Adam and Eve must have told their children something about faith. You ask me why? Well, let's look in Hebrews...
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Shirley H
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What can we learn about the Day of the Lord from the book of Joel?
Joel begins by asking an intriguing question, "Has anything like this ever happened in your days or in the days of your ancestors?" He continues: To build on...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to turn the other cheek?
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Abigail (1 S 25) When her foolish husband Nabal insulted David and provoked him to anger, Abigail humbly intervened. She met David with gifts, fell at his...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is it wrong in God's eyes to have a sexless marriage?
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Amanda, I liked this: "Even the littlest unforgiveness can grow into a large tree of bitterness. My husband and I have initiated a weekly TGIFF (Thank God...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does Job say about the creation of the earth in Job 38:4-6 in the ESV?
With these 2 examples of Job 38:4, what type of figure of speech is this? CEV "How did I lay the foundation for the earth? Were you there?" ERV “Where were...
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Leslie Coutinho
If Jesus paid the price for our sin, why do we still suffer the consequences of our sin?
Luke 23:34: Then said Jesus, "Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do." And they parted his raiment, and cast lots. From the time of our...
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Donna Williams
What does "abide in Him" mean in the context of 1 John 2:6?
Dear Anonymous, in the context of this verse, the Greek meaning of the word "abide" is meno, which means "to remain, stay, or continue." It speaks of our...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What can we learn from Paul's supplication for the Philippian believers?
What can we learn from Paul's supplication for the Philippian believers? Philippians 1:3-6 says "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, 4 always in...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What does "abide in Him" mean in the context of 1 John 2:6?
What Does "Abide in Him" Mean in the Context of 1 John 2:6? 1 John 1:2-6 says "Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. 4 He who...
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What was Saul’s obsession with David in the Bible?
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Where are the dead (1 Thessalonians 4:14, 16)?
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Jack, thanks for your feedback. Correction done.
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by Jack Gutknecht
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Where are the dead (1 Thessalonians 4:14, 16)?
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Excellent answer, Ezekiel. When you said this, didn't you mean 1 Thessalonians 4:14? "This is the reason that 1 Corinthians 4:14 speaks of Christ coming with...
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Jesus said, "You must have the qualities of salt among yourselves..." (Mk 9:50 NLT). What are they?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the difference between obedience and disobedience?
Good question, Beth! I will try to answer your question mainly from the context that you provided (John 14:23). By context, I mean the exact Bible book that...
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Where are the dead (1 Thessalonians 4:14, 16)?
The position of the human body at death resembles that of a person engaging in sleep. This is merely a euphemism. The spirit either returns to the Father if...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Where are the dead (1 Thessalonians 4:14, 16)?
Where are the dead (1 Thessalonians 4:14, 16)? 1 Thessalonians 4:13-16 says: "But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What work will God finally complete in us (Philippians 1:6)?
This is a key biblical promise. Philippians 1:6: The assurance that "he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion". Wiersbe frequently used...
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What can we learn from Paul's supplication for the Philippian believers?
Especially Philippians 1:3-6 KJV 3 I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, 4 Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy...
Philippians 1:3 - 11
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What can we learn about the Day of the Lord from the book of Joel?
Especially Joel 2:11-13 ESV 11 The Lord utters his voice before his army, for his camp is exceedingly great; he who executes his word is powerful. For the d...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Were Adam and Eve saved?
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I tend to think they were forgiven, also. They were covered by "bloody skins," which must have been shocking! Plus, they really were "infants" or newborns....
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Where are the dead (1 Thessalonians 4:14, 16)?
"Fallen asleep" literally means that the believer would stay unconscious until Jesus comes back. Or is it a euphemism, that the body "sleeps" while the spiri...
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What does “advocate” mean? 1 John 2:1
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How can we cultivate the "delight" in wisdom mentioned in Proverbs 10:23?
Proverbs 10:23 New International Version 23 A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes, but a person of understanding delights in wisdom. English Stan...
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
What does “advocate” mean? 1 John 2:1
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It's fitting, Jack! I like your sermon example from Martha Snell Nicholson also.
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Is there such a thing as a modern day prophet?
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Today is Billy Graham's birthday. Billy Graham Evangelistic AssociationBilly Graham Evangelistic Association: Eight years ago today, on Feb. 21, 2018, Billy...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What can we learn from Psalm 61:1-5 where David asks God to lead him?
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Hear one of my favorite songs on this from Scripture Memory Fellowship Psalm 61:1-4 ESV (From their album, 'For You Are Wtih Me')...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are some of the signs of genuine saving faith?
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A good song that God is using to help me memorize 1 John 3:14 is 1 John 3:14-16 (ESV) 2:16 SwordGrip: New Testament Play on Spotify Google it!
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by Bernard Suide
Who was Simon the Leper?
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I agree that Simon was not a leper at the time of the dinner, but that he was likely healed by Jesuys at some time prior to the dinner.
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are some of the signs of genuine saving faith?
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Michael, I liked 4. Are you obedient to God's Word? (1 John 2:3-5) 5. Does your life indicate you love God rather than the world? (1 John 2:15) 6. Is your...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are some of the signs of genuine saving faith?
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The Bible says in James 2:19,"You believe that God is one; you do well. Even the demons believe—and shudder!" So believing in God's existence is not what the...
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by Ann Waldron
What should a Christian wife do if her husband leaves her and refuses to reconcile?
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You can see that the Bible states clearly in Corinthians that God said that if the wife leaves, she should seek restoration, and it doesn’t say anything...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does God’s Word keep us from sin? (Psalm 119:11)
Psalm 119:11 says: "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you." Psalm 119:11-13 (ESV) states: "I have stored up your word in my...
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by Andrew Lewis
What was the spirit of God hovering over?
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In truth, when it says darkness was upon the face of the waters, darkness is a metaphor for God’s “unseeness." It has nothing to do with Satan or evil and...
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Danny Hickman
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What does Psalm 44:3 say about the Arms Race today, particularly for America?
God told the prophet Joel to proclaim this among the nations: "Prepare for war! Wake up the mighty men, let all the men of war draw near, let them come up....
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Lawrence Northeast
Why did God also destroy animals in the Flood?
I think an often overlooked aspect to this question is that the flood and total destruction outside of the provision of the ark is a type or shadow of the...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does “advocate” mean? 1 John 2:1
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What do you think of the opening stanza of Charles Wesley's hymn: 1 Jesus, my Advocate above, My Friend before the throne of love, If now for me prevails thy...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does “advocate” mean? 1 John 2:1
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Good answer, Mark! What do you think of the opening stanza of Charles Wesley's hymn: 1 Jesus, my Advocate above, My Friend before the throne of love, If now...
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When God destroys the earth with fire, how will there be a new earth?
I'm going to reasonably assume that you meant to reference Revelation 21:1 and not the previous chapter. That being said, in the first overthrowing of the...
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by Eva Vo
Where and when did the wise-men meet Jesus?
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Your answer points 1 through 9 seem like a good, thorough solution harmonizing the Matthew and Luke accounts, I find. I will keep them and think them through...
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by Ceasar Brantley
How old was Esther when she became Queen?
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The likelihood of Xerxes being Esther's husband is higher because Mordecai may have been removed from the exile about 3-4 generations. The phraseology...
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