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  1. What causes God to be joyful (Jeremiah 9:24)?
  2. What does the burned plow have to do with Elisha?
  3. Why does Jeremiah 12:1 say the wicked prosper when other verses say they do not?
  4. If Jesus knew His 7th day Sabbath God's 4th Commandment was nailed to the cross and no longer be in effect after His resurrection, why did He instruct His followers to pray they would not have to flee on the Sabbath after his resurrection?
  5. If God doesn't change his mind, why does it sometimes appear that way (Numbers 23:19)?
  6. Where can I find the word "doctrine" in the N.T.?
  7. To whom is God talking in Psalm 82?
  8. What enduring assurance does God give His people despite potential upheaval in the world? Isaiah 54:1–17
  9. Did God deceive Jeremiah as suggested in Jeremiah 20:7?
  10. How does Jeremiah 27:5, where God says He gives the earth to whomever He chooses, show His strength and control over nations?


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April 03 2025

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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I'm not sure why you felt the need to write that first paragraph. Is it to defend Lordship Salvation? The topic is what JmacA teaches, not debating the fruit...

April 03 2025

Answer by Donna Williams

Why did God choose someone whose family worshipped Baal (Jg. 6:25)?

I believe it was because the LORD looked upon Gideon and saw a mighty man of valor, as stated in verse 12. I would say that it was because the LORD knew that...

April 03 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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Hi Paula Fether, Regarding salvation, just because one says a sinner’s prayer does not automatically mean one has been saved from their sins. If someone who...

April 03 2025

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

Who named Adam?

By my understanding of Hebrew (and as indicated in the Hebrew text of Genesis 5:2), at the time of creation, God applied the name "Adam" (used as a...

April 02 2025 Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Who named Adam?

It was mentioned Adam named Eve in Genesis 3, but the Bible said God allowed the man to name all living creatures, did that include himself?

Genesis 3:1 - 24

April 02 2025 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Why did God choose someone whose family worshipped Baal (Jg. 6:25)?

As indicated by Judges 6:13, although Gideon's father (as noted in Judges 6:30) worshipped Ba'al, Gideon himself had apparently remained devoted to God. I...

April 02 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How can we carry the death of Jesus in our bodies (2 Corinthians 4:10)?

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Thanks Shirley and Jack! Yes, Shirley, God loves us more than I can understand! Jack, I have to remind myself of v.7 daily. I no longer have to do that which...

April 02 2025

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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I said that there's conflicting information on his teachings, and I gave a source showing him taking different positions on the same topic. Seeing that I...

April 02 2025

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

What does it mean in Jeremiah 29:11 that God has good plans to give us a 'future and a hope?'

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“For I know the plans I have for you, Plans to prosper and see you through. A future bright, filled with hope and cheer, Trust in my promise—I'm always near....

April 02 2025

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

How can we carry the death of Jesus in our bodies (2 Corinthians 4:10)?

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Mark, I liked this: 7 "For he that is dead is freed from sin."

April 02 2025

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

What does Moses mean by saying God is "fearful in praise"?

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A good song that has this phrase in it can be heard here: Exodus 15:11 Scripture Songs | Sabrina Hew

April 02 2025

Comment by Silas Cheung

To whom are we to pray, the Father, the Son, or the Holy Spirit?

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I have reservation as to this statement, "The Bible teaches that we can pray to one or all three". Jesus taught the disciples to pray to the Father. Jesus is...

April 02 2025

Comment by Silas Cheung

Can a couple who has gotten divorced get remarried?

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To me, Deuteronomy 24:4 specified that “after she has been defiled” implied that as a result of the divorce, the woman had sexual relationship with another...

April 02 2025

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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Hi Paula Fether, Thank you for providing the sources where you found your information. It was very helpful but I am not able to see John MacArthur’s...

April 02 2025

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

How can we carry the death of Jesus in our bodies (2 Corinthians 4:10)?

Christ, who knew no sin, was made to be sin for us (2 Cor 5:21). Our sins died with Christ upon having this faith in His blood for that purpose (Rom 3:25)....

April 01 2025 3 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about a married man becoming close friends with a single woman who has bad intentions?

1 Thessalonians 5:22 (NET) – “Stay away from every form of evil.” 1 Corinthians 10:12 (NET) – “So let the one who thinks he is standing be careful that he...

April 01 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How can we carry the death of Jesus in our bodies (2 Corinthians 4:10)?

As I see it, Paul was referring to the adversity (including persecution, as well as possible physical suffering and death) of the type that Christ suffered,...

April 01 2025 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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There's actually conflicting information on his teachings. Here's a little more detail of what I've found, with links: ⁃ Self-contradictory on security of...

April 01 2025

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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Hi Paula Fether, I did some research on what John MacArthur believes. This is what I found: Yes, John MacArthur affirms the doctrine of "once saved, always...

April 01 2025

Question by Anonymous
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How can we carry the death of Jesus in our bodies (2 Corinthians 4:10)?

10 We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. HCSB We always carry the death of J...

April 01 2025 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What did Jesus mean when He spoke of worldwide preaching in Matthew 24:14?

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One beautiful song that is based on this verse is this: Matthew 24:14; Revelation 14:6 Scripture Songs | And This Gospel | Sabrina Hew

April 01 2025

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

Is there a Bible contradiction in John 11:26?

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Also, after Christians die Jesus had promised that he would return for them to catch them up to heaven in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18!

April 01 2025

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March 31 2025

Answer by Donna Williams

What does the Bible say about a married man becoming close friends with a single woman who has bad intentions?

Please allow me to say that your question in my opinion is about a situational relationship. There is no specific answer in the Bible, however, I believe...

March 31 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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I meant to include that he has said those who take the mark of the Beast can still be saved. This is clearly against Rev. 14:9-11.

March 31 2025

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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Hi Albert, here's a short list: ⁃ Teaches that salvation can be lost ⁃ Teaches Lordship Salvation (salvation by works) ⁃ Teaches Calvinism ⁃ Teaches...

March 31 2025

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

Why did Saul kill the priest?

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Tim, I am glad that you mentioned Doeg. Michael makes mention of him later when asked, "What does the Bible say about being a snitch?" He said, "Doeg the...

March 31 2025

Comment by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

What does the Bible say about being a snitch?

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Always remember: GOD CAN USE ANYTHING FOR GOOD. HE IS GOOD ALL THE TIME! AMEN!

March 31 2025

Comment by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

What does the Bible say about being a snitch?

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Bill, I see this dilemma must have been years ago. I sincerely pray that it all worked out for the good. Many times in the Bible we see things and say to...

March 31 2025

Comment by Billy P Eldred

What is the meaning of the word "Hallelujah"?

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Singapore Moses, I always enjoy your answers because they show a depth of knowledge, but it is interesting to me that you use an event at the end of...

March 31 2025

Comment by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

What does the Bible say about being a snitch?

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Good answer Jack! Its all about what is in the heart...that is where God looks!

March 31 2025

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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Hi Paula Fether, Thank you for your response. I too am very concerned with those who do not preach God’s Word accurately. I am specifically concerned with...

March 31 2025

Answer by John Appelt

What was David's age when he killed Goliath?

Anyone telling the story of David and Goliath, 1 Samuel 17, usually depicts David as quite a young boy, perhaps a teen of about 15. However, there are...

March 30 2025 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about being a God-parent?

Traditionally, the godparents were counted informally responsible for ensuring that the child's religious education was carried out, and for caring for the...

March 30 2025 Follow Vote Up

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

Did Jeremiah fear God might let him down (Jeremiah 15:18)?

Based on the cited verse and its context, I would say that Jeremiah was indeed engaging in an attitude of despair and self-pity, of which God commanded him...

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March 30 2025

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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I've mentioned only a fraction of the problems with his theology, as my intent was to urge the OP to look further into him or any other popular...

March 30 2025

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

Who is John MacArthur? Are his beliefs and teachings biblical?

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Hi Paula Fether, It appears that you are not a big fan of John MacArthur. Those who believe in predestination (Calvinism) are only going by what they believe...

March 30 2025

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

Is sin a sin if I didn’t know it was a sin?

Is sin a sin if I didn’t know it was a sin? Yes, ignorance is no excuse of the law. "Acts 17:30 (ESV) – 'The times of ignorance God overlooked, but now he...

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

How do we respond to Jehovah's Witnesses who claim that Jesus could not be God because God cannot die?

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The Watchtower Society is the reason for the people known as Jehovah's Witnesses denying Jesus' total deity. Those people are being purposely duped by a...

March 30 2025

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

What does it mean to pray without ceasing?

As John Matthews put it, "How can we possibly pray continually? One needs to drive a car, work, perform physical acts, etc. How can one pray continually and...

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

How do we respond to Jehovah's Witnesses who claim that Jesus could not be God because God cannot die?

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John was candid; he didn't claim to recognize Jesus because he had a keener eye for spiritual matters than others might have had. His claim is that he had...

March 30 2025

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

How do we respond to Jehovah's Witnesses who claim that Jesus could not be God because God cannot die?

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The best way to respond to a heretic, whether he be a Jehovah's Witness or otherwise, is to tell him to read the scriptures, and to pray for an...

March 30 2025