Who was Simon the Sorcerer?
In Acts 8:9-24, Simon, a long-time practicing and famous sorcerer, believed the message of salvation presented by Philip and followed him. Then, later, when...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
As Solomon did not follow God in his latter years, but worshipped Baal, would he have gone to heaven?
Although the idolatry of Solomon's later years is clearly described in Scripture, and his eternal state would be in God's hands to judge, it does not seem to...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why did God send an evil spirit to torment King Saul?
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Before Christ the Holy Spirit could come and go to a person. In the new testament we are sealed by the Holy Spirit who will never leave us or forsake us....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Can a person be saved and not inherit the kingdom of God?
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Amen. The thief on the cross believed and died. He had no chance to do anything for the Lord. First Corinthians 3:11-15. Rewards in heaven for the faithful...
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Kathlelen Kelnhofer
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
How should we be praying for our President?
Debra, your question is undoubtedly interesting! I would say: Pray for President Trump's salvation, first and foremost. Then... “Acknowledge to God that He...
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Annington Ngai
What does it mean that the wise heart inclines to the right and the foolish to the left? (Ecclesiastes 10:2)
Hello, this verse is actually a coded proverb by the wise King Solomon. Thus, it requres one to think critically to decode its actual meaning. Essentially,...
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John Appelt
Can a person be saved and not inherit the kingdom of God?
Contrary to what commentators say, the answer to this question is yes. It boils down to seeing the difference between “entering the kingdom” and “inheriting...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why would Naboth refuse the king’s request and hang onto his family’s property when he knew it could cost him his life?
By my reading of relevant Scripture, in seeking to take permanent possession of land that had been passed down through Naboth's family line, Ahab was...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What limits does Satan have against believers?
God will not allow Satan to afflict, tempt, or test believers beyond what they are able to bear, but will provide a way of escape for them from the...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Is Satan omnipotent?
Satan is powerful, but not omnipotent. The two passages of Scripture that come immediately to my mind in that regard are: God placing limits on the extent to...
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by Suzan Mills
Is the Church of Christ denomination a good biblical church group?
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Amen. Thank you for loving thoughts.
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by Suzan Mills
Is the Church of Christ denomination a good biblical church group?
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Beautifully said Melanie, and the closest thing I’ve read to what I consider to be truth. I have, over time, grown in my faith and no longer hold to certain...
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Richard Stoehrer
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
What I don't see in any comment is mention of God's mercy, which I think is vital in understanding this. The fact is that Christ came to die for everyone the...
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Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
What are the most common things people think are in the Bible that are not actually in the Bible?
Christians (and just about everyone else) says “God loves everyone!” So let’s see what God had to say about the people who were the inhabitants of the...
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John Appelt
Will there be a great apostasy / falling away during the end times?
II Thessalonians 2:3 says “that day will not come, unless…” In many translations, this is followed by “rebellion,” “revolt,” “falling away,” or “apostasy.”...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What did Paul mean in 1 Corinthians 13:8 "whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away?"
The last spiritual gift Paul mentioned that would cease to exhibit was having knowledge beyond ordinary knowledge such that one could understand things that...
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Why did God send an evil spirit to torment King Saul?
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Does the Bible instruct us to forgive and forget?
God has already forgiven us all our trespasses. Colossians 2:13. So based on God’s forgiveness we should forgive others. I know of a case where a pastor’s...
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by Aurel Georgescu
Was the wine used at the Last Supper alcoholic?
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In Matthew 26: 28-29, Jesus does not use the new, unfermented wine, but fermented wine, because the action takes place in the spring, not the fall. The...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
If I am saved and all of my sins are forgiven, why not continue to sin?
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Romans 6:23 For the penalty for sin is death, but the GIFT of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. John 3:16-18. John 6:47 Verily, verily, I...
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Ellen Aranza
Is there power in positive confession?
Although I must confess I haven't read every answer in depth, I want to add my thoughts. I don't agree with the prosperity 'name it and claim it' teaching,...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Are we all God's children, or only Christians?
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John 1:12 But as many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the children of God. Believers are the children of God, and unbelievers are the...
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John Appelt
What does it mean that we are 'adopted' as sons of God?
In Paul's writings, Romans 8:15, 23, Galatians 4:5 and Ephesians 1:5, are the only mentions of “adoption as sons.” The Greek word that is translated “...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Does the teaching on tithing in Malachi 3:9-10 apply to us today?
Yes. Whenever we rob God, we always rob ourselves. To begin with, we rob ourselves of the spiritual blessings that always accompany obedience and faithful...
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What is a hedge of protection?
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by ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
What is woke theology? Is it a theology?
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Thanks John for your clear answer, blessings. —Ainsley
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about prostitution? Will God forgive a prostitute?
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Amen. First John 2:2 For He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only, but for the sins of the whole world. Jesus tasted death for every man...
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Is God omnibenevolent?
Good question, Gary: Why is God considered to be good? I.e., is God omnibenevolent? Is God morally perfect, completely good, entirely just, and all-loving?...
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What is the Church of Christ and what do they believe?
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What should we learn from the life of Gideon?
The Man of Might and Valor: Gideon was perhaps the greatest of the judges (Wiersbe). The one incident that I find most fascinating is the incident of the...
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How do I “study” the Bible, without knowing anything about the Bible for 27 years of my life?
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How can I be ready to be caught up in the Rapture?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
What is the Church of Christ and what do they believe?
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Yes, the a capella singing was still good there, Tim.
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Jack Gutknecht
, ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church
Who was Manasseh? 2 Chronicles 33:1–20
2 Chronicles 33:1-20: "The son of Hezekiah and father of Amon, king of Judah, who succeeded his father when he was only twelve years of age.” (2 Kings 20:21;...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the Church of Christ and what do they believe?
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By my understanding, the Church of Christ bases its non-use of instrumental music in worship on the grounds that, although the Old Testament makes multiple...
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Janet Austin
, Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author
What is the 'age of accountability' and is it Biblical?
For your prayerful consideration: To process the concept of the age of accountability, I believe we also need to understand when a person becomes a child of...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the key to witnessing to Muslims?
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It is pretty hard to give people the true gospel, the free gift of God apart from works, without offending them. When Jesus confronted the Pharisees it...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does the Bible say about faith?
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AMEN!!!
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why is there so much animosity between the Catholic and the Protestant groups?
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Gary, I totally agree with your thoughts. Protestants and Catholics believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and that His grace and sacrifice saved all...
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Charles Wesley Gajilly
Why would Naboth refuse the king’s request and hang onto his family’s property when he knew it could cost him his life?
What did he gain by sticking to to his forefather’s property? Life is greater than the property. Quarrels with kings will never be a good idea in life.
1 Kings 21:3
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by Matt Cousineau
What does the Bible say about dying, seeing heaven and returning to life?
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I always figured that if someone actually went to heaven and experienced the presence of God that if they returned they would be in a constant state of...
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why did Jesus say prostitutes will go to heaven before the other people he was talking to?
Prostitutes and tax collectors know they are sinners. It is easy for them to believe Jesus died for sinners. Romans 3:23. For all have sinned and come short...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why did Jesus say prostitutes will go to heaven before the other people he was talking to?
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Once we are born into Gods family by the Holy Spirit we are saved whether we are an obedient son or disobedient son. Romans 6:23 For the penalty for sin is...
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by Vernon Justus
How are predestination and election connected with foreknowledge?
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Jennifer, Just came across your response. You stated your position(s) very carefully. I find it difficult to argue against your responses, but I have to say...
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by Diane Estella
Is "Sola Scriptura" ("Bible alone") biblical?
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I don't consider the quran, the bhagvad gita, as scripture. Only the 66 books of the Judaeo/Christian Bible is scripture that is breathed out by God. That's...
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
What is woke theology? Is it a theology?
Woke Theology has no official meaning concerning recognized fields of study, church beliefs or any other context. The term "woke" is evolving as we speak and...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What were the seven last words of Jesus Christ on the cross and what do they mean?
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The Spirit is the Spirit and the flesh is still the flesh. The flesh, our old nature did not get saved. Only the soul/spirit is saved because flesh and blood...