If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2)
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Amen Jack!
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does God allow us to be tempted?
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JAMES SPEAKS OF TRIALS AND TEMPTATIONS (1:2-4, 12-16): Here he pictures these experiences in a twofold light. A. Positive (1:2-4, 12): As seen from God's...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2)
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Jack, thanks for your feedback.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does God allow us to be tempted?
Perplexing but good question, Pearl! Yes, that’s an accurate and well-supported reading of Job 1-2. The text explicitly shows that God permits Satan to test...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the Bible say about hope?
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Me too, Shirley. The psalmist prays in Psalm 119:49, GNV Remember the promise made to thy servant, wherein thou hast caused me to trust. GW Remember the word...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does God allow us to be tempted?
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Here are the cross references: Job 1:21 = Ge 3:19; Ge 30:2; Ge 45:5; 1Sa 3:18; 2Sa 16:12; 1Ki 12:15; 2Ki 20:19; Job 1:11; Job 2:10; Ps 34:1; Ps 39:9; Ps...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2)
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Good answer, Donna! You are right! This passage doesn't make effort pointless, it just puts it in its proper place. We are called to build and to work...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about confidence?
What does the Bible say about confidence? The Bible defines true confidence not as self-reliance, but as trust in God's power, promises, and presence. It...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why, despite giving my life to Christ and praying, I still feel I do not know if I am saved or not?
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Me too, Sophia!
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why, despite giving my life to Christ and praying, I still feel I do not know if I am saved or not?
Johnson, you are not alone in this struggle. Many sincere Christians wrestle with doubt--I know I did for the 1st year or so after I'd been saved-- but the...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about charity?
What does the Bible say about charity? The Bible presents charity (often translated as "love" or "giving") as a fundamental, joyful, and, selfless duty that...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about faith?
What does the Bible say about faith? Faith is described as the foundational element of the Christian life, allowing believers to trust in God's faithfulness...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about perseverance?
What does the Bible say about perseverance? Perseverance in the Bible is defined as steadfast endurance through trials, grounded in faith, hope, and reliance...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2)
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Excellent examples, pastor!
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by Billy P Eldred
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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Danny, as for why Peter followed Jesus. He knew scripture. He knew there was a coming Messiah from many descriptions found throughout the old testament. A...
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by Billy P Eldred
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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Danny, I guess you didn't realize I was quoting scripture when I said escaped the "corruption of the world". Peter's words. I think you misunderstand why...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the Davidic covenant?
What is the Davidic covenant? The Davidic Covenant (2 Samuel 7) is God's unconditional promise to King David to establish an eternal dynasty, kingdom, and...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why did God offer a new covenant?
Why did God offer a new covenant? Jeremiah 31:31 God offered a new covenant to replace the old Mosaic covenant because humanity could not keep its laws due...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the Ark of the Covenant?
What is the Ark of the Covenant? The Ark of the Covenant is a sacred, gold-plated chest of acacia wood described in the Hebrew Bible as the repository for...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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Continuing, Jesus came into the picture and said "Follow Me" to a couple of people. They went to their friends and relatives and told of Him and before long,...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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Billy, I know it sounds right to many of us that we "choose God" to escape our circumstances, but we don't. He chooses us. And if you could actually choose...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Why would God kill someone who was just trying to help? (2 Samuel 6:7)
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Genesis 2:16: "And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, 'Of every tree of the garden thou mayest freely eat: (17) But of the tree of the knowledge of good...
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Donna Williams
Does insomnia indicate a spiritual problem? (Psalm 127:2)
Dear Anonymous, in a sense the answer is yes! I believe, it is an indication that we have a lack of faith and trust in God's ability to provide for us. King...
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Donna Williams
If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2)
Dear Anonymous, I believe King Solomon is teaching us that God is sovereign, and all glory goes to Him! As believers, we are to totally rely and depend on...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does "the Apostle of Love" (John) write about brotherly love in 1 John 2-5?
In 1 John 2-5, the Apostle John presents brotherly love as essential evidence of genuine salvation. He argues that love for a fellow believer proves one is...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
What are the marks of a true child of God?
You can only know by their testimony. If they proclaim that Christ died for their sins, was buried, but rose again on day three (1 Cor 15:1-4), they are most...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2)
If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2) Psalm 127:1-2 says "Unless the Lord builds the house, They labor in vain who build...
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How can we cultivate the "delight" in wisdom mentioned in Proverbs 10:23?
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What does "deep calls unto deep" mean?
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Jeffrey Johnson
Why did God strike Uzzah dead for touching the Ark of the Covenant?
Why did God strike Uzzah dead for touching the Ark of the Covenant? God struck Uzzah dead for touching the Ark of the Covenant because it was a direct...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does Joel 2:11 stress repentance?
Joel 2:12 stresses "weeping and mourning" because genuine repentance requires the engagement of the whole person—emotions included—in response to God's...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What are the marks of a true child of God?
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Spot on answer, Ezekiel!
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does Joel 2:11 stress repentance?
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Good answer, Donna! Also relevant was your last sentence (See John 3:3) 3 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless...
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by Billy P Eldred
Does God sometimes use evil to accomplish His plans?
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John, if there was no evil in the world, would we come to Christ? I have read where atheist say "If there was a loving God, why would he allow bad, awful...
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Why are we told to fear God when perfect love casts out all fear? (1 John 4:18)
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What was the little book in Revelation? In other words, is the book a real book with pages like our books on earth, or something different?
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Yes, Tim, "John is told to go and take the 'little scroll' from the angel’s hand (vv. 8-11). He eats it, and as he was told, it tastes sweet, though it sours...
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If everything depends on God, what's the use of trying? (Psalm 127:1-2)
Psalm 127:1-2 1 If the Lord does not build a house, then those who build it work in vain. If the Lord does not guard a city, then the watchman stands g...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
What are the marks of a true child of God?
What are the marks of a true child of God? 1 John 5:1 etc. Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
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Why did God allow incest in the Bible?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God allow incest in the Bible?
Why did God allow incest in the Bible? Incest is defined and forbidden here: Lev. 18:6-18; Lev. 20:11, 12, 17, 19-21; Deut. 22:30; Deut. 27:20, 22, 23; Ezek....
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Jeffrey Johnson
Does God exist? Is there evidence for the existence of God?
Does God exist? Is there evidence for the existence of God? Note what Paul writes in Romans Chapter 1 vrs. 20: ESV: "For the invisible things of him since...
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Jeffrey Johnson
How can I know how to properly worship God?
How can I learn to worship God properly? Properly worshipping God involves offering your whole life as a "living sacrifice" through obedience, sincerity, and...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
How could David be considered a man after God's own heart?
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1 Samuel 13:14 is the place where this idea is first introduced in Scripture. It reads, "But now your kingdom will not continue. The LORD has sought for...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Why would God kill someone who was just trying to help? (2 Samuel 6:7)
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I think you're seeing it clearly, Shirley. Who wrote this, and why? Someone is trying to make a point about how easily tragedy can strike when we don't...
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Donna Williams
Why is it important for both leaders and church members that leaders are servants, not owners of the church?
Dear Anonymous, I believe that as leaders and members of the body of Christ, we are to acknowledge that we are servants, and that it is Christ who is the...
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Donna Williams
What does 1 Corinthians 3:7 teach us about the role of different leaders in the life of a church?
Dear Anonymous, I believe that the Apostle Paul is teaching us, not to exalt or compare one leader to another. When we do so, it is a sign that we are...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why is it important for both leaders and church members that leaders are servants, not owners of the church?
The leaders and members have to be servants as Jesus was. He is our example (1Peter 2:21). He said that the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve and...