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  1. If God wants all men to know Him, why harden Pharaoh's heart?
  2. What is meant by “righteous judgment"?
  3. What does it mean that God or that God's greatness is "unsearchable"?
  4. Was Jacob scheming when he switched the blessing to Ephraim?
  5. How could God command people not to kill in Exodus 20:13, and then, in Exodus 21:12, command that murderers be put to death?
  6. What is meant in John 20:23 where Jesus says if you forgive sins, they will be forgiven, if you retain them, they’ll be retained?
  7. What was the "law of retaliation" meant to achieve (Exodus 21:23-25)?
  8. Why did Jesus refuse to answer the false charges (Mark 14:61)?
  9. what exactly does they kept your word mean?
  10. what does keep my word mean?


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Answer by Kathy Akers

How should a Christian spouse handle an adulterous affair that has resulted in a child?

The best thing to do in this situation is to earnestly pray. All the people involved in this circumstance are first and foremost to make sure that the child...

August 30 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

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Back to the issue of masks, studies of the virus prove that coronavirus is not airborne. It can only be transmitted by water droplets which are airborne....

August 30 2020

Comment by Charles Kincade

Is Sunday the Christian Sabbath?

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Not sure why you would say the Sabbath does not have to be kept or observed ... God completed ALL things in 6 days- it was done / nothing left for Him to do!...

August 30 2020

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

Do Christians really need to attend church? (Hebrews 10:24–25)

The church is the body of Christ on earth and every Christian is automatically a part of it. When Jesus saved us, the Holy Spirit placed us in the church....

August 30 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What does the Bible say about confession of sin to a priest?

August 30 2020

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

When will "prophecies, tongues" and "knowledge" come to an end? (1 Cor. 13:8–12)

8 Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.

1 Corinthians 13:8 - 12

August 30 2020 5 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why does this psalm repeat the same thing ("for his mercy endureth for ever") over and over? (Psalm 136:1–26)

Many verses in early English versions of the Bible (such as the King James Version) indicated the type of structure noted in the question by placing the...

August 30 2020 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is Vacation Bible School?

Vacation Bible School, or VBS, is a fun-filled program many churches offer, usually during the summer ("vacation") months, to connect with the children and...

August 30 2020 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

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

What is Vacation Bible School?

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Having been a student at Arizona Bible College in Phoenix or just about to complete my bachelor's degree there, my home church, Scottsdale Bible Church,...

August 30 2020

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

What makes the law wonderful? (Psalm 119:18)

The law is extraordinary and wonderful because it tells of the wonderful love of God which we may experience a glimmer of love down here on earth in true...

August 30 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Who are the firstfruits in Revelations 14:4?

“Firstfruits” in Rev. 14:4 refers evidently to the redemption of the 144,000 spoken of in the preceding verse, Rev 14:3 and even before that in Rev 14:1....

August 30 2020 2 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Who are the firstfruits in Revelations 14:4?

In my opinion, referring to the individuals seen by John in his vision as "firstfruits" (a term found in the Old Testament in Leviticus 23:9-14 in connection...

August 30 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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What is Pascal's Wager?

August 29 2020

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Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?

August 29 2020

Answer by Sean McRae

Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

Because it is a proven fact that airborne viruses are too small to be filtered by most masks, wearing a mask does not help the wearer. Masks are worn to...

August 29 2020 1 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Joe cattani

Do all bad events have a good purpose? (Romans 8:28)

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Mr. TIm, I believe that the confusion is that we rely on our own perception of "good and bad". What God believes what is good for us we often think it's bad....

August 29 2020

Answer by Simcha Hannah

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

I refer to Psalm 2. "Let's break their fetters! Let's throw off their chains." It is now 2020 and the USA is in total chaos. Lawlessness reigns. Killings,...

August 29 2020 67 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Rotimi EWEDEMI , Very keen Bible Researcher

How long will the devil, beast and false prophet mentioned in Revelation 20 be tormented?

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Thanks Gary. That same verse you referred to also say that the righteous ones will go to ETERNAL LIFE, and inherit the kingdom (Matt 25:34). In my opinion,...

August 29 2020

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

Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

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I'm sorry John, but I disagree with your last statement. I think you mean when you say, "they can't be called Christian," you mean that they are not...

August 29 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does it mean in Rom 3:27 that boasting is excluded because of the law that requires faith?

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The gospel. First Corinthians 15:1-4 That Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures, that He was buried and rose again on the third day,...

August 29 2020

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

I think the opposite is true. When we wear a face mask we are demonstrating our faith, by loving God and loving other people, which brings honour and glory...

August 29 2020 2 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What makes the law wonderful? (Psalm 119:18)

In my opinion, the wonderful things that the psalmist is asking to be shown with regard to God's Law are the deeper or amplified meanings or intent of it...

August 29 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Do all bad events have a good purpose? (Romans 8:28)

In all things God can work and He does work, good and bad. What was meant for a bad event by Joseph’s brothers harming him, God used to bring about...

August 29 2020 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

When will "prophecies, tongues" and "knowledge" come to an end? (1 Cor. 13:8–12)

I would say that Paul is referring to the state of the redeemed in eternity. The reason that prophecies, tongues, and knowledge will cease or pass away in...

August 29 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What makes the law wonderful? (Psalm 119:18)

18 Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law. (NIV)

Psalms 119:18

August 29 2020 4 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

When will "prophecies, tongues" and "knowledge" come to an end? (1 Cor. 13:8–12)

8 Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.

1 Corinthians 13:8 - 12

August 29 2020 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Gregory Boldon , Christian Military Veteran Warrior for God

Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

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All three comments concerning this question (as of today, Aug. 28, 2020) have truths both Biblical and secular. Having said that, I have chosen to place this...

August 29 2020

Answer by Grant Abbott , Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit

What would have been wrong with turning stones into "bread"? (Matthew 4:3-4)

Jesus came as a human being to fulfill the will of his Father in heaven and complete the plan of salvation. It was his Father’s will that Jesus should suffer...

August 29 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

What does the bible say about leaving an inheritance?

I humbly submit for your consideration the following on bequeaths. (Numbers 27:8) And give the following instructions to the people of Israel: If a man dies...

August 29 2020 Follow Vote Up

Comment by Billy P Eldred

What does it mean in Rom 3:27 that boasting is excluded because of the law that requires faith?

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James, take a look at the book of Revelation when it describes those who are being saved. Just saying you believe won’t get you anywhere. When you believe...

August 28 2020

Answer by Donna Williams

Do Christians really need to attend church? (Hebrews 10:24–25)

In my opinion, where we gather is not important, but we are exhorted to assemble ourselves together. In the early church they went from house to house. It's...

August 28 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Bobby Ray

What should a pastor do if a six- to ten-year-old child requests to be baptized? Should he refuse to honor the child's request?

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It Is my opinion that a pastor would be wrong to refuse a child to be baptized because only God knows what is in a person's heart and mind.

August 28 2020

Comment by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

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Bravo Danny. This is not God's world, it is man's, John 18:36. Caring for your neighbor is at the core of the Christian's beliefs. Government mandated masks...

August 28 2020

Answer by Jason Hein

Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

Facemasks, scientifically, do NOT help against a virus. That much is (or should be) common knowledge. Even medical masks say so right on the box, and anyone...

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Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

August 28 2020

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

Do all bad events have a good purpose? (Romans 8:28)

In my opinion, to say that all events have a good purpose takes responsibility and accountability away from those who perform actions with evil intent....

August 28 2020 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Does wearing a face mask displace trust in God?

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How should a Christian view a television evangelist’s getting rich from preaching God’s Word?

August 28 2020

Comment by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

Is it allowable for a Christian to have a life partner without a civil marriage?

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Pearce, you don't grasp my point. If people see a couple claiming to be Christians living together, the assumption is they are married. Whether or not they...

August 28 2020

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Do Christians really need to attend church? (Hebrews 10:24–25)

There is and old saying, sitting in church does not make you a Christian, anymore than sitting in your garage makes you a car. Lots of unbelievers go to...

August 28 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Tera Davidson

Why did Moses put blood on Aaron's right ear lobe, thumb, and the big toe of his right foot?

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I am reading through Leviticus and have had the same question. I’d love some New Testament passages to address this. Anything regarding the story when Peter...

August 28 2020

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the basic message of John 3:16-21?

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Begotten Son, Jesus, that WHOSOEVER, anybody, believeth in Him, should not perish, but HAVE EVERLASTING...

August 28 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Frank Massey

How should a Christian view a television evangelist’s getting rich from preaching God’s Word?

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I am always disgusted when I hear these tv evangelists seek more money. They are far from poor and are turning so many people off Christianity, flying around...

August 28 2020

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the basis for the new birth (John 3:14-18)?

First Corinthians 15:1-4 That Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures, that He was buried and rose again on the third day, according to the...

August 28 2020 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Lovie Vasquez

Why should we pray for "our daily bread"?

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Give us our daily bread I believe means give us your knowledge and understanding! Meaning feeding us spiritually!

August 28 2020

Answer by Scott Broberg , Fig Tree Ministries

What should we learn from Jesus' miraculous stilling of the storm in Matthew 8:23-27?

There are a few things we can learn from Jesus stilling the storm. The first thing to note is that in the ancient Near East (Israel and surrounding nations)...

August 28 2020 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up