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How can we know what parts of the Bible apply to us today?
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Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What can we expect when we pray? (Matthew 7:7–8)
Matthew 7:7 - 8
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Who was Baal?
Baal-peor [EBD] (Easton's Bible Dictionary (formerly known as the Illustrated Bible Dictionary) is a classic source for Bible scholars.) It says that Baal...
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Philip Davies
How can I teach my child to be grateful, even in situations s/he doesn’t really understand?
I think that lack of gratitude is a huge problem today. We should be grateful God has given us a beautiful world to live in, that we have relative freedom,...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does this passage about the temple of God mean in Jeremiah 7:8?
I would say that the "deceptive words" referred to in the cited verse were being spoken by those who were saying that the people of Judah would be safe from...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Who are the Israelites in today's society that God was referring to as his chosen people?
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Salvation was offered to the Jews first because salvation is of the Jews. It's only right that the farmer should be the first to partake of the harvest. (2...
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Anonymous
What does this passage about the temple of God mean in Jeremiah 7:8?
Jeremiah 7:8 - 12
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by Michael Alessi
Are the teachings of Dr Chuck Missler biblically sound?
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I agree with Myron. Couldn't say it any better. Without seeing dispensation teaching in the Bible you will be misled. Dispensational teaching is not a mamade...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is papal infallibility Biblical?
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Romans 3:23 Romans 3:9-10 First John 1:8 and First John 1:10. All men are sinners. Even the Apostle Paul said He was yet carnal. Romans 7:14. We are all...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is spiritual maturity? How can I become more spiritually mature?
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We are no closer to God than we are right now. We are a child of God by faith alone in His Son. John 1:12. The GIFT of God is eternal life by faith alone...
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Daniel Donaldson
, Bible teacher, author of The Mystery of the Blood Covenants
What Is hyssop and why Is It so significant in the Bible?
The answer to the first part of the question is easy, it is a leafy plant plentiful in Egypt and Israel in Bible times, often used in Jewish ceremonies. I...
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Perry Peterson
, Ret podiatrist born again Christian and bible student 30+yrs
How do you love your wife like Christ loves the church?
Adam loved his wife enough to die for her...he ate of the fruit. Jesus loved His bride, the church, enough to die for her. God’s examples to us! Love,...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
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We preach the gospel, the gift of God, so that everyone who hears the gospel and believes the gospel will be saved. First Corinthians 1:21. Romans 1:16, For...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is spiritual maturity? How can I become more spiritually mature?
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The bible tells us not to believe every wind of doctrine, but to be confirmed or steadfast in the faith for a reward in heaven. Reading the bible grows our...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Were the Salem Witch Trials biblical?
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Jack, I see what you mean...I did not know much about the witch trials...however, may I suggest that these verses may be the references that Gregory means......
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
How should a Christian view climate change?
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Gregory, thank you for your meaningful and respectful comment concerning my post. It's a pity we both served in a "war" which, ultimately, we lost; and lost...
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by R K
, Eighty plus year old still growing disciple
What is the Tribulation? Will the Tribulation last seven years?
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I could not agree more. PreWrath is the ONLY rapture timing view that answers ALL of the scriptural questions about the timing of the rapture.
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why worship God?
According to the bible, God created all human beings for the singular purpose of worship and intimate fellowship. As we worship God for who his (nature and...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
How can I teach my child to be grateful, even in situations s/he doesn’t really understand?
The apostle Paul said to “give thanks in all circumstances” so we can start with that motivation. Develop the discipline to give thanks every day by making a...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
People do not come to Christ strictly on their own initiative; the Father draws them. We people just do not have the capacity. The Father Himself sovereignly...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
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First John 2:2 He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only, but for the sins of the whole world. First Timothy 2:4. Second Peter 3:9. Romans...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?
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There is no evidence of the Holy Spirit. All believes are sealed by the Holy Spirit unto the day of redemption. Ephesians 4:30. And grieve not the Holy...
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David Disciple
What does it mean that man cannot come to Christ unless the Father draws Him?
If your name is written in Heaven, just as the disciples were, you will be drawn as a net is drawn to the shore. The net cannot stop itself from being drawn...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Were the Salem Witch Trials biblical?
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Gregory, so interesting! But what did you mean by these references? -- He reminds us we all have come short and need God’s grace and love to escape the...
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by charlene ashley
Are Sadhu Selvaraj and Vincent Selvakumar true or false prophets?
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We need to be Berean believers, especially in such a time as this. So many believers claiming so many things—especially relating to changes triggered by the...
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Alan Hitchner
Why does it seem God was so much more personally interactive with humans in the Old and New Testament than He is today?
Considering all the books that are online and in stores that carry personal testimonies of life experiences, there have been truckloads of personal and group...
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by Gregory Boldon
, Christian Military Veteran Warrior for God
How should a Christian view climate change?
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Hhmmm....Was I being taught what seems to be a lesson on "stuff" I don't understand? I am pleased you are patriotic. So am I. The comment I made, was not so...
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Alan Hitchner
Why is God so different in the Old Testament than He is in the New Testament?
Yes, the messages of First and then the Second Covenant reveal God's love for and of humans and His creation. There is something I do not hear mentioned of...
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Daniel Donaldson
, Bible teacher, author of The Mystery of the Blood Covenants
Why does the Bible warn against witchcraft?
The Bible warns against witchcraft for the same reason parents should be warned against letting their children watch recent movies made for children that...
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Richard everly
What does the Bible say about self-defense?
Jesus said turn the other cheek. He also said to love your enemies and pray for them
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n.l. pearson
, bible study teacher/revealer of the WORD
What does the Bible say about the arrival of a time in which people will celebrate their sins and have no remorse over their sins?
2 Timothy 3 says "But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud,...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How do you love your wife like Christ loves the church?
I would say that the main characteristic that would be present in the case of a husband who loves his wife as Christ loves the church would be service or...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does the Bible say about the arrival of a time in which people will celebrate their sins and have no remorse over their sins?
The increase of human sin, and an accompanying lack of sorrow or remorse for it, were indicated by Jesus in Matthew 24:12 as signs that would mark the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does "very good" mean "perfect"?
Genesis 1:31 in my opinion means that everything God created was perfect. “Very good” in my mind means “perfect.” About the adjective, “very,” the best...
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ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
How should a Christian view climate change?
The major greenhouse gas is water vapor contributing over 95%; carbon dioxide contributes only about 0.3%. Factors controlling climate are numerous, from sun...
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LOOI ENG SENG
Does the Holy Spirit "convict" born-again persons of sin?
The Greek word "convict" in John 16:8 is “elenxei” (Strong 1651) and the Greek word for "reproof" (RSV) in 2 Timothy 3:16 is “elegmon” (Strong 1651). Both...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
How should a Christian view climate change?
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I fail to see what Mr. Boldon's comment has on climate change. The problem is that politicians have made climate change a political item rather than a...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How is a person set free from the law of sin and death?
God is holy -- that is, utterly without sin. Under the Old Testament Law that was given by God to Israel through Moses, human sin (that is, disobedience to...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How can I teach my child to be grateful, even in situations s/he doesn’t really understand?
For instance, my daughter doesn’t realize how blessed she is to live in this country. Even though it’s not a perfect nation, I think it’s important for her t...
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by Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
The people that live through the tribulation and enter into Jesus’ rule, will they have access to salvation as we do today?
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Ephesians 1:4 "Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes." God chose [future king] David...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
The people that live through the tribulation and enter into Jesus’ rule, will they have access to salvation as we do today?
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God made the way of salvation before the foundation of the world. First John 2:2 And He is the propitiation for our sins and not for ours only, but for the...
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by Gregory Boldon
, Christian Military Veteran Warrior for God
How should a Christian view climate change?
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Ms. Rothnie and Mr. Kraft, what intuitive comments, in 2016, on what is now in 2021 a reality. Your thoughts on the state of your current and the coming...
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Gregory Jones
What does the Bible say about the arrival of a time in which people will celebrate their sins and have no remorse over their sins?
I'm noticing an increase in celebrating sinful ideas of many kinds.
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Ben Wong
Does "very good" mean "perfect"?
I have to agree with Suzy. Good and very good does not equate to perfect. Being perfect I believe is on another level, although God is both good and perfect....
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Ben Jones
, Retired Professional Photographer
The people that live through the tribulation and enter into Jesus’ rule, will they have access to salvation as we do today?
Everyone who was ever saved, all who are being saved and those who will be saved had their names written in The Book of Life before the foundation of the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Bible say about angels?
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Galatians 1:7-9 Though we or an angel from heaven preach any other gospel unto you than that we have preached unto you, (First Corinthians 15:1-4) Let them...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the Bible?
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The bible is God’s word to us. That is why we can believe what it says. John 3:16-18. For God so loved the world, us born in sin, that He gave HIs only...