What is a personal statement of faith?
What is a personal statement of faith? A personal statement of faith is a written or spoken declaration of an individual's core spiritual beliefs, values,...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Should Christians judge the teachings of their leaders?
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Dinganie, excellent answer!
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the Baha'i faith?
What is the Baha'i faith? The Bahāʼī faith is not a sect of Islām but is an offshoot of the Bābī religion, a group in Persia (today Iran) that broke away...
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What Bible translation is closest to the original written scriptures?
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Thanks Dr. Smith for the concise and articulate answer.
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Should Christians judge the teachings of their leaders?
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Should Christians judge the teachings of their leaders?
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by Ezekiel Kimosop
What is the New King James Version (NKJV)?
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The NKJV is one of the most faithful Bible translations of all time. Its editorial writers have employed a balanced approach that stands between manuscript...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Should Christians judge the teachings of their leaders?
Should Christians judge the teachings of their leaders? Yes they should. Scripture contemplates that believers should be discerning when listening to...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Will Christians face the wrath of God?
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Continuing my argument that the DAY of judgment is an ongoing DAY: (time as we know it, doesn't exist in the eternal realm) John 5:25 - "Truly, truly, I say...
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Lisy K
Where did the water come from that Elijah used when he was building the altar on Mount Carmel?
Regarding the water Elijah used to douse the alter should have from an upper spring hidden. As we see in Judges 1:12-15, when Achsah asked to Caleb a...
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Jeffrey Johnson
Is Romans 7:14-25 describing a believer or an unbeliever?
Is Romans 7:14-25 describing a believer or an unbeliever? Romans 7:14-25 describes the internal struggle of a believer (the Apostle Paul) wrestling with...
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by lynn Sander
Is the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar biblical?
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John, Portraying Jesus as just human and not the Son of God is blasphemy.
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What is repentance and is it necessary for salvation?
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Another popular Greek professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, believed this: "Hodges rejected the view of repentance as a "change of mind", holding instead...
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What is open theism?
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How does the Bible define success?
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I am still alive now at 78. Unfortunately, in the United States, the average age of death for individuals with chronic congestive heart failure (CHF) --...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
How does the Bible define success?
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What more can anyone ask? Know God, learn of His wisdom, and be led by the Spirit! Success!
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
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One relevant hymn that I love by Susan H. Peterson that has a title of the first line, is this: "Everyone Should Be Quick to Listen" Everyone should be quick...
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Why did God ask the Israelites to abstain from sexual relations in Exodus 19:15?
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Jeffrey Johnson
Does the Bible instruct us to forgive and forget?
Does the Bible instruct us to forgive and forget? The Bible doesn't use the exact phrase "forgive and forget." Still, it firmly commands believers to forgive...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What are the benefits that we must not forget in Psalms 103:2?
What are the benefits that we must not forget in Psalms 103:2? ESV: Bless Jehovah, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits. Feeling grateful to Jehovah...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What are the 30 chapters of Psalms that are considered the Psalms of Zion?
What are the 30 chapters of Psalms that are considered the Psalms of Zion? There isn't a definitive list of exactly 30 specific Psalms labelled "Zion...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is Zion? What is Mount Zion? What is the biblical meaning of Zion?
What is Zion? What is Mount Zion? What is the biblical meaning of Zion? Zion refers to a specific hill in Jerusalem, the city itself, and metaphorically to...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about gossip?
What does the Bible say about gossip? The Bible strongly condemns gossip as a destructive, sinful behaviour that divides friends, destroys trust, and spreads...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
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To provide some additional insight from the context, the verse forms part of a three-part guidance: being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger....
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
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To provide some additional insight from the context, the verse forms part of a three-part guidance: being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger....
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about beauty?
What does the Bible say about beauty? "Your beauty should not come from outward adornments, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewellery and fine...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does the Bible say about youth ministry?
What does the Bible say about youth ministry? The Bible doesn't mention "youth ministry" as a formal role. Still, it strongly supports intentional...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19? James 1:19 - ASV: 19 Ye know [this], my beloved brethren. But let every man be swift to hear, slow to...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does I John 1:5-10 imply that sin is unavoidable?
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Tim, I have met a professing Christian who believed he was without sin. And he was dogmatic about it! Sinless! Perfect!
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Kenny Bulahan
What does the Bible say about giving money to someone if you know they'll probably use it for sinful purposes?
I believe it is still responsible for one to ask questions. Like, “May I know what this is tó be used for?” Keep in mind that you were approached for help...
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What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
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by Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
How can a Christian comfort an unbeliever who lost a non-believer relative?
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@Eyo Awe... that's extremely comforting. Welcome to eBible!
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by Eyo Awe
How can a Christian comfort an unbeliever who lost a non-believer relative?
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Believe on the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, along with your entire household. (Acts 16:31) Created account just to write this.
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Jeffrey Johnson
What is the Messianic secret?
What is the Messianic secret? The Messianic Secret is a literary motif, primarily in the Gospel of Mark, where Jesus repeatedly tells people (disciples,...
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Leslie Coutinho
Why was the power of God coming upon Elisha when the harpist was playing?
2 Kings 3:15: "But now bring me a minstrel." And it came to pass, when the minstrel played, that the hand of the Lord came upon him. When E-li’-jah came to...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
There are 3 cross-references in Proverbs that are relevant to being "slow to speak." One is in Proverbs 10, another in Proverbs 17, and the third in Proverbs...
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Why did Jesus say 'Father, forgive them' on the cross?
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Will Christians face the wrath of God?
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I believe we face God's anger when He decides that His divine anger is what we need at a given time. I believe the term "the day of wrath" is misunderstood...
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Donna Williams
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
Dear Anonymous, in verses 19-21 of chapter one in the epistle of James, we are being instructed in the right way to control our emotions. He, through the...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Does Jesus have more mercy, compassion, and empathy than God the Father?
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Yes, God is compassionate! 100% Psalm 103:13 KJV Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him. As a father shows compassion...
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by Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did David pray for God to break his enemies’ teeth? (Psalm 3:7)
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Well thought through, Danny! Good job!
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What constitutes marriage according to the Bible?
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We are always to stand by the side of our beloved Lord and Savior! We do it by our actions, by things we say, and by example! We live in a very confused and...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What constitutes marriage according to the Bible?
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Danny, in Matthew 22:18-20 Jesus asked, "Why are you testing me, you hypocrites!" He knew what they were up to! They pretended to be interested in His...
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by Janet Austin
, Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author
What should Calvinist parents say to their young kids about the Calvinist fact that the kids might not be chosen?
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Thanks, Mark! I think you and I think alike. Unfortunately, what you and I believe seems to disagree with Calvinists. I’ll show you what I mean by sharing a...
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Jeffrey Johnson
What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to love our enemies?
What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to love our enemies? When Jesus told His followers to "love your enemies," He meant actively choosing to do good,...
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Anonymous
What does it mean to be "slow to speak" in James 1:19?
James 1:19 ASV - 19 Ye know [this], my beloved brethren. But let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
Why are there so many different Christian interpretations? If all Christians have the same Bible, and the same Holy Spirit, should not Christians be able to agree?
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Great response! Thanks! Agree with you!
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What constitutes marriage according to the Bible?
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Shirley, God wants us to carry ourselves among the world-at-large in a way that shows that He is in us and we are in Him; that we are one with Him. (I'm sure...
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Mark Vestal
, Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!
What should Calvinist parents say to their young kids about the Calvinist fact that the kids might not be chosen?
I cannot answer as a Calvinist (as I am not one), but I can answer as an ambassador for Christ (as all believers have the privilege and responsibility of...