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  1. When Peter answered, "You are the Christ," what did he mean? Matthew 16:16
  2. Is it wrong for Christians to save money for the future? (Luke 12:21)
  3. What cataclysmic event does this describe (2 Peter 3:10, 12)?
  4. When did the Catholic Church evolve?
  5. Why is the gift of tongues a sign for unbelievers and prophecy a sign for believers?
  6. What do you think it means that “the earth and the works done on it will be exposed”?
  7. Does saving for retirement show a lack of trust in God (Luke 12:16-21)?


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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

What does going down to the pit refer to in Ezekiel 32?

Ezekiel 32:18: Son of man, wail for the multitude of Egypt, and cast them down, even her, and the daughters of the famous nations, unto the nether parts of...

November 23 2023 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What is dispensationalism and is it Biblical?

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So clear, so accurate, so refreshing to hear...

November 23 2023

Answer by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Is it true that angels rule over planets?

Also consider that nowhere does the Bible say there are other life forms besides on earth. What would these angels be ruling over then? The Bible only...

November 23 2023 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

What is dispensationalism and is it Biblical?

Yes, it's Biblical. It simply recognizes that though God himself never changes, his dealings with people certainly do. Unless one still lives only on fruit...

November 23 2023 4 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What did Jesus write in the dirt in John 8:6?

November 23 2023

Answer by Robert Hibbard , Retired Christian High School Teacher

What is dispensationalism and is it Biblical?

I certainly agree with the criticisms of dispensationalism, but wish to point out that people I have known in this viewpoint are certainly believers in the...

November 22 2023 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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Thanks Mark, same here. I think we're understanding each other better. You said it outright for a change: you think there are many who visit here, and who...

November 22 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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Well said, Danny. My last comment was prior to your responses, but still applicable. I hear what you're saying and agree regarding your post-salvation walk....

November 22 2023

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

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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It's hard to talk to some people on this site about "the life of a believer." It almost always goes to "salvation, going to heaven, what it takes to be...

November 22 2023

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

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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I think you're overreacting to what I'm saying is in practice. I know for sure that none of the religious ceremony is needed. But it's a fact of life for the...

November 22 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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I agree that Peter's church of believing Jews was a "spinoff' of Judaism, but Paul's church, the body of Christ, has ZERO to do with Judaism. Paul teaches...

November 22 2023

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What is the congregation of the dead in Proverbs 21:16?

I would say that the reference to the congregation of the dead does not pertain to all the dead in general, but specifically to the eternal state of those...

November 22 2023 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Should I believe in organized religion?

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Very well said, DW. Faith filled fellowship is one thing. Demands of "religion" are quite different and opposite.

November 21 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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You believe that Christianity is "built on a set of principles and a couple of ceremonies: baptism and holy communion." That is my whole point regarding...

November 21 2023

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Can a Christian lose salvation?

November 21 2023

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What was Jesus' message to the church in Laodicea in Revelation?

November 21 2023

Answer by Dave Mohler , Preacher's kid.

Is the King of Tyre prophecy in Ezekiel 28 referring to Satan?

My view is that the rebellion of Satan is reflected in the actions of the King of Tyre. The one-way dialogue in Ez. 28 shows that Satan was created perfect,...

November 21 2023 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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I agree with what you say about how church leaders tie church service of the membership to their salvation. It's not right! They use, 'You'll know them by...

November 21 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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I don't condemn the wonderful humanitarian acts that many "churches" provide, or the fellowship, learning, support, etc...that comes with gathering together...

November 21 2023

Question by Ogba Chima

What is the congregation of the dead in Proverbs 21:16?

Proverbs 21:16

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Answer by Dave Mohler , Preacher's kid.

What is the valley of decision?

My view is that the valley of decision is not a place, but rather, a personal decision that those at that time (near the great and terrible day of the Lord)...

November 21 2023 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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I don't know of anything that can't be overdone, fellowship included. People are good for people; and we can grate on each other like nothing else can! We...

November 21 2023

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What is regeneration according to the Bible?

November 21 2023

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Why does God allow the innocent to suffer?

November 21 2023

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What kind of seal would make the tomb secure (Matthew 27:66)?

November 20 2023

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Should a church accept into their membership someone who owns a brothel? Or a bar?

November 20 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does 1 Thess.1:3 define faith as a work?

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Hello Rey! We become saved upon having faith alone in Jesus Christ (Eph 2:8-9). With this new position in Christ, we are then appropriated as God's ministers...

November 20 2023

Answer by Jeremy Low , Semi-retired business strategist

Is the Bible a fairy tale?

The Bible was written within the historical-cultural context of the original authors and original audience spanning 2000 to 4000 years. It has genres of...

November 20 2023 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Rey Hinampas

Does 1 Thess.1:3 define faith as a work?

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Good morning and win today! I want to understand what you mean by post-salvation works?

November 20 2023

Answer by Donna Williams

What is baptism for the dead?

In context of scripture, I believe that the Apostle Paul was addressing the unbelief that some held that there is no resurrection of the dead in verse 12 of...

November 20 2023 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Tim Maas , Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army

What kind of seal would make the tomb secure (Matthew 27:66)?

In my opinion, the reference to a seal in the cited passage was not referring to a means of materially increasing the difficulty of opening the tomb, but...

November 20 2023 Follow Vote Up

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

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"Religion" too often focuses on man and what he "does for God". The focus should be on what God did for man through Jesus Christ. The apostles of Christ's...

November 20 2023

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does 1 Thess.1:3 define faith as a work?

Yes, in the sense of there being an effort to grow stronger in faith (after having already possessed it). No, in the sense of having to work to obtain it or...

November 20 2023 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

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What does it mean "to cast your care upon The Lord?"

November 20 2023

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Why is 'You shall not steal' in the Ten Commandments?

November 20 2023

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When will Satan be crushed? (Romans 16:20)

November 20 2023

Answer by Vernon choin

Why do we have organized religions? Jesus roamed the earth with no religion, just healing the sick and preaching His gospel.

Jesus did teach us a "religion." I think the Apostles also taught religion and an "organized" religion at that. Jesus and the Apostles expected us to...

November 20 2023 10 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by G Wagener

How interested are Christians supposed to be in the spirit world?

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Very well put Michael. Thank You!

November 20 2023

Question by Roger Shaw

Does 1 Thess.1:3 define faith as a work?

1 Thessalonians 1:3

November 20 2023 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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What kind of seal would make the tomb secure (Matthew 27:66)?

Matthew 27:66 So they went and made the tomb secure by l sealing the stone and setting a guard.

Matthew 27:62 - 66

November 20 2023 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Why is 'You shall not steal' in the Ten Commandments?

I had trouble with stealing before I met Jesus. I stole jewelry for girls to win their favor, and a man's watch for myself. That's how I was caught. They...

November 19 2023 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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What would be some spiritual things to be thankful for this holiday season?

November 19 2023

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What does it mean that our citizenship is in heaven?

November 19 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate

Who is the "us" when God stated "let us make man in our image"?

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Delphin, to elaborate a little on your answer, "God couldn’t have been talking with the angels about His plans because angels weren’t made in God’s image...

November 19 2023

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Can a believer who committed murder go to heaven?

The question of whether the 'believer' was an actual believer at the time of murder arises, but yes, God forgave the world of ALL sin through the shed blood...

November 19 2023 Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ursula S Monroe

How can believers be in the world, but not of the world?

Here’s how I explain it to people who ask this: Let’s say you live in a Midwest state in the United States and visit a southern state. People will sometimes...

November 19 2023 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why does God allow the innocent to suffer?

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