What is the biblical/scriptural purpose of gender?
If I am understanding the question correctly, I would say that the purpose of gender would have been, first, to make reproduction possible, and, then, from a...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What was the significance of the pomegranates that adorned the priests’ garments?
My understanding is that the depiction of pomegranates was as a symbol of eternal life, accompanied by a belief that the original "Tree of Life" in Genesis...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the biblical reference for "quoting" verses as a means to overcome difficult situations?
In John 14:26, Jesus said that a function of the Holy Spirit would be to bring to His followers' remembrance all that He had said. Also, Paul said in 2...
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Kinder de Deus
What happened to the descendants of Cain? Did they survive the flood?
My opinion is that John Appelt's post contains a lot of merit and leaves open the door of possibility that Singaporean Moses shut without conclusive...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
Eliphaz was probably the oldest of Job’s friends. He obviously believed doctrine of retribution theology. This is to say, you get what you deserve. God will...
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Eliezer Mensah
What is the relationship between grace and righteousness?
Righteousness of the gospel is transformative, not just a pronouncement. Righteousness of the gospel is God's saving action on behalf of his people and...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How can we stray if we remember God’s commands? (119:176)
In my opinion, the psalmist is not speaking of his own spiritual state, or moral failings on his part, as leading or having led him astray, but is referring...
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by Vijaya Lekamge
, A retired, part qualified Accountant
Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?
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I wish to add to Mr.Salem's statement: 'Do they really know who Jehovah is?' This is what the Lord Jesus Christ said: Matthew 11: 27 “All things have been...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
I want a baby, but my spouse does not. What do we do?
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Brian, I cannot agree with you on any level as your opinion is not based on any scripture of which I am familiar. Jennifer, amen to your response. God does...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about when God will judge us?
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Jesus said when He comes for the church, the body of Christ, the rapture, He will bring His rewards with Him. The rapture of the church is where we go to...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
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Eliphaz's basic argument in his initial speech in Job 4-5 was that, since God is good, the calamities that had befallen Job must have been a just consequence...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can we stray if we remember God’s commands? (119:176)
How can we stray if we remember God’s commands? (119:176) 176 I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek your servant, for I do not l forget your commandme...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
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Tim, your answer sounds good so far. What were the points that Eliphaz was stating in Job 4-5?
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Just how narrow is the narrow gate?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the meaning of idolatrous priests?
If I am interpreting the question correctly, my understanding is that the idolatry being spoken of on the part of the Israelite priests was not merely a...
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What is the meaning of idolatrous priests?
How can we practically identify priests referred to on Zephaniah 1:4? The Lord clearly hates such "priests."
Zephaniah 1:1 - 18
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why make the way to salvation "narrow"? (Luke 13:24)
The way to heaven is so narrow there is no other way. Acts 16:31. Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on Him who justifieth the ungodly,...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
It would have been a reiteration of Eliphaz's points because Job 15 marked the start of the second time that Eliphaz had spoken, and he was essentially...
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why make the way to salvation "narrow"? (Luke 13:24)
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https://ebible.com/questions/469-why-did-god-make-salvation-such-a-narrow-path
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Just how narrow is the narrow gate?
God’s people have always been a remnant, a small minority in this world. The reason is not difficult to discover: The way of life is narrow, lonely, and...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why does God require faith?
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Amen. The good news is we only have to believe it once to receive the free gift of ETERNAL LIFE. John 6:47. God cannot lie. First John 5:13 These things have...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why does God require faith?
Three reasons (3) why God requires faith are: (1) God requires faith so that we can obtain His blessing (Heb. 11:6; Jer. 17:7-8; John 5:24 where Jesus says,...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How might Job 15 be "a reiteration" of Eliphaz's points? (Job 15:1, VOICE)
The Voice Translation of the Bible translates Job 15:1 like this, "Eliphaz reiterated his points."
Job 15:1 - 35
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean that love is not proud?
Love is edifying (1 Co 13:4-7). “Knowledge puffeth up, but love edifieth [builds up]” (1 Cor. 8:1). The purpose of spiritual gifts is the edification of the...
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Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Who is the elect lady in 2 John?
I believe that the elect lady in 2 John 1 is a reference to the Bride of Christ. Otherwise known as the church. John writes about truth and love. Truth is...
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John Appelt
Why did Abraham lie that Sarah was his sister?
Twice, Abraham passed off his wife as his sister, once with the Egyptians, Genesis 12:10-20, and the other time with the people of Gerar, Genesis 20:1-18....
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Mamdouh Tawadros
What is the doctrine of substitution?
The substitution includes the “people of God.” It used to be the Israelites, but now all nations who believe in him and act according to his teachings, as...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is going to happen according to end times prophecy?
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Another thing. First Corinthians 3:11-15 is about rewards in heaven for the faithful in Christ Jesus. Jesus said when He comes for the church He will bring...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is going to happen according to end times prophecy?
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When Jesus comes for the church, He does not come back to earth. We go to meet Him in the clouds. At the end of the tribulation, Jesus comes back to earth,...
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Why do we need to repent of our sins?
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by Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did God say, "Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated"? Romans 9:13
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https://ebible.com/questions/289-why-did-god-love-jacob-and-hate-esau-malachi-1-3-romans-9-13
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How was Abraham able to see God and not die (Genesis 18:1-8) since Exodus 10:28 states that no one can see God and live?
I interpret God's statement to mean that no human could see Him in His full glory and live. Commentaries that I have read indicate that Abraham's...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How do we interpret Psalm 38, literally or symbolically?
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Anthony-Wayne, good answer! How did you find the above correct chapter in this commentary you cited:...
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Albert DeBenedictis
, Retired computer programmer
How was Abraham able to see God and not die (Genesis 18:1-8) since Exodus 10:28 states that no one can see God and live?
Why did God allow Moses and Abraham to see God while Exodus 10:28 states that no one can see God and live?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is "my long home" in Ecclesiastes 12:5?
Eaton said, "Always liked the imagery of the departed one setting sail for a new destination; mourners grieving on one shore as the ship disappears; but...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Are we to love the sinner but hate the sin?
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When it comes down to it, only God has the ability to love sinners. He loves us so much that He sent His only Son, Jesus, To die for the sins of the whole...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Should Mark 16:9-20 be in the Bible?
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I don't think it is harmful in any way. I think it is a reassurance to believers of the absolute resurrection of Our Lord. It is comforting...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does Corban mean in Mark 7:11?
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Corban is also found in Mark 7:11.
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
In what order were the Leviticus offerings made by the priest and why?
By my understanding, the offerings were made in the following order, with each of them intended to foreshadow a particular aspect of Christ's work: Burnt...
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by Vijaya Lekamge
, A retired, part qualified Accountant
Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?
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Thank you for the above answer. I wish to add what the Bible says as who archangel Michael is. A claim made by a Jehovah's Witness was that God's first...
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by Vijaya Lekamge
, A retired, part qualified Accountant
Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?
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Dear Mr. Shelley Studdard, You wrote: 'What about scriptures that seem to testify the other way? ....... 1 Corinthians 15: 25-28.’ I wish to comment, with...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
How does a peaceful heart lead to a healthy body? How are they connected?
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And Hebrews 13:5. Be content with such things as ye have, for He hath said, I will never leave you or forsake you.