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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What was in the shadow of Peter that healed people?
Peter’s shadow healing is like Paul’s handkerchiefs healing others (Ac 19:12) and the hem of Jesus’ garment doing the same (“the fringe of his cloak”) in Mt...
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by Charles Crabtree
Why does the Greek, in 1 John 3:9, say that those born of God are not able to miss the mark, when it states in Romans 3:23 that all have missed the mark and fallen short of God's glory?"
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Craig,I think I understand and agree with you. Peter's born again to a living hope and Paul's and John's born again are all in the flesh. We are still able...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did Jesus ask, "Who touched me?" when the woman with the hemorrhage was healed?
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Tim, I love that poem and prayer, actually, about this miracle: "She too, who touch’d Thee in the press, And healing virtue stole, Was answer’d, “Daughter,...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What would be some spiritual things to be thankful for this holiday season?
This is just one passage. I'm sure there are many more.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
Is it wrong for a Christian husband and wife to attend separate churches?
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Don Fontana, I have made some modest revisions to my answer article. I hope it is now more palatable!
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Was the American Revolution a violation of Romans 13:1-7?
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Scott Broberg
, Fig Tree Ministries
What are the beliefs and practices of Messianic Jews?
Messianic Jews maintain their Jewish identity and faith practice but see Jesus (Yeshua) as the Messiah. Everything about a Messianic congregation is the same...
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by
James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the grace of God?
Jesus' one blood sacrifice paid our sin debt in full, past, present, and future sins we have not even done yet. Eternal life is a free gift from God for just...
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almeda nelson
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When and how was Nineveh destroyed?
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almeda nelson
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How did Judas die?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What can we learn from the voyage described in Acts 27?
To me, the primary "takeaway" from this chapter is the presence and awareness of God in whatever circumstances Christians may find themselves -- even when...
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by
Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is Yom Kippur?
The observance of Yom Kippur ("Day of Atonement") by Israel was commanded by God in Leviticus 16 following Israel's exodus from Egypt. It was to be observed...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How can our response to current challenges/events, such as COVID, racism, and the election impact our kids?
I would say that the main way in which the response of Christians to conditions such as those cited in the question would impact their children would be...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Which of the 12 Apostles wrote New Testament books?
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A good song that goes along with this question because it at least specifies who The Twelve were can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uXrlz4X-hE...
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Is it wrong to skip church? (Hebrews 10:25)
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Tammy, Good question. God is present everywhere but we don't always see or experience his presence. But Jesus has promised that whenever we gather as his...
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by
Billy P Eldred
When the 5 foolish virgins went to purchase oil who did they purchase it from? The oil represents the Holy Spirit, which you cannot purchase. Were they going to deceivers?
The way that I understand a parable is the use of a fictional story to illustrate a point. In this case, the point that is being illustrated is always being...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Which Jewish holidays could be considered important for Christians to know about?
I would have to say that Yom Kippur should be known by all Christians as the most important Jewish holiday (to me, anyways). Once a year at the factory I...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the correct translation of Psalm 22:16?
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When you read my statement following (above), remember that Hebrew is read from right to left: "This fragment clearly shows that the final letter in the...
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by Tammy Rondeau
Is it wrong to skip church? (Hebrews 10:25)
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Isn’t God all around us? Isn’t his church all around us? Jesus said “He who believes in me shall not perish but have ever lasting life”. He also said, “...
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Glenn Harrell
, Bi-vocational Minister, writer
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Why are all Christians hypocrites? Are all Christians hypocrites?
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Tom Huntford
Silver Teacher award!
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Mukasa Solomon
Which Jewish holidays could be considered important for Christians to know about?
My take on this is the following: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holy day, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath...
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Gregory Jones
When the 5 foolish virgins went to purchase oil who did they purchase it from? The oil represents the Holy Spirit, which you cannot purchase. Were they going to deceivers?
This makes me think about the false teachers on TV who are selling all types of different products saying that they're from God and that there's power in them.
Matthew 1:1 - 25
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Charles Hogge
Was Mary merely the carrier of Jesus or was her actual egg used as part of the total seed which became the Son of God?
I place much greater importance on John's account of the Second Person of the Trinity having existed from the beginning than efforts to prove that Jesus was...
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Richie a
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What happened to the Ark of the Covenant?
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Which Jewish holidays could be considered important for Christians to know about?
I would say that any Jewish holidays that have a biblical basis, such as being observances commanded by God in the Old Testament, are important for even...
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by
Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What can we learn from Luke in Acts about salvation?
Luke in Acts 13:38-39 was writing about a Personal Salvation—unto you (AC 13:32 And we declare unto you glad tidings, how that the promise which was made...
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by
Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What would be some Thanksgiving verses to read at our Thanksgiving Table this year?
This passage in 1 Th 5:18 reminds us to express gratefulness regardless. Presumably, a large number of us will have a serious Thanksgiving this year....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does the bible about enduring when you are somewhere you do not want to be?
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A good song that goes along with Peter's deliverance while in prison is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChTd4tH6Qm4
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by
Joe DiGerolamo
, Worship Leader, Business Owner,
Why did God say in Genesis that He was 'sorry he had made' man, and that it grieved him?
In my opinion, God expressed His disappointment in mankind. His desire for mankind was and is to enjoy fellowship with us. We, then and even now, stiff arm...
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Richard Lobwein
How might I advise someone for whom marriage is not a realistic option, deal with strong sexual desire?
Hello at ebible.com I have a believing friend who struggles with strong sexual desire and who would like to get married for that reason - among others of ...
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by
Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What can we learn from Luke in Acts about salvation?
Paul (speaking through his words as recounted by Luke in the cited passage) is emphasizing the message found repeatedly in the New Testament (as well as in...
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Anonymous
What are the beliefs and practices of Messianic Jews?
I'd like to know more about Messianic Jews and what their church is about if anyone can please explain. I was born in a Jewish Orthodox community and have be...
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by
Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
What "truth" did the woman with the hemorrhage tell Jesus?
I humbly submit that there are many threads in this very short story that scripture records. The general story line: Jesus is en route to the house of a...
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by
Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What can we learn from Luke in Acts about salvation?
E.g. Acts 13:38-39
Acts 13:13 - 52
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Does the Bible say that abandonment is a valid reason for divorce and remarriage?
Comment:
Amen, Danny. Abuse, of any kind, is grounds for a divorce. I'm positive God will understand and forgive, if, indeed, there is anything to forgive. If anyone...
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by
Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is the unity of the faith in Ephesians 4:13?
"Unity" in Eph 4:13 carries forward the ideal in Eph 4:1-6 -- The unity (4:1-6): Paul appeals for Christian unity based on 7 wonderful scriptural facts. 1....
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by Donna Williams
Which biblical passages can help to restore a believer's faith after being shattered by the exposure of trusted Christian leader as false?
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Thank you for praying for me and our fellow believers. It's the effectual fervent prayer of the righteous that avails much!
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by
Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What would be some Thanksgiving verses to read at our Thanksgiving Table this year?
Some possibiities (among many, many other similar passages): 1 Chronicles 16:34 1 Chronicles 29:13 Psalm 28:7 Psalm 69:30 Psalm 95:1-2 Psalm 100:4...
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by Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Which biblical passages can help to restore a believer's faith after being shattered by the exposure of trusted Christian leader as false?
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Lord God, I lift Donna up to you. Give her the mind of Christ, the heart of our Father and the wisdom of the Holy Spirit. Show her the wonders of your...
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by Jeffrey Smith
Who were Jannes and Jambres?
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In chapter 79 of the Book of Jasher we come across the names of Jannes and Jambres who were sons of the magician Balaam of the court of Pharaoh. The Book of...
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by
Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What is the unity of the faith in Ephesians 4:13?
I would say that, as Paul's words indicate by using the future tense, the unity of which he speaks is not a present condition. Even at the early time in...
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by
Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What "truth" did the woman with the hemorrhage tell Jesus?
In the account cited in the question, Jesus had been surrounded by people who were crowding against Him, with many of them actually touching him or being in...