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  1. How can you use God’s provision in nature as a bridge to share with an unbeliever or talk about the Lord?
  2. What does the Bible teach about the futility of fighting against God?
  3. What was Jesus’ reply to John 14:22, “Judas (not Judas Iscariot, but the other disciple with that name) said to him, 'Lord, why are you going to reveal yourself only to us and not to the world at large?'”
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What does it mean to be a born again Christian?

May 04 2020

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

How can we avoid the "wages of sin" and escape the spiritual death Romans 6:23 mentions?

In a word, by faith. Temporal death and eternal separation from God -- who is holy (without sin) -- were imposed upon all humans as the just penalty for the...

May 04 2020 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

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

How can we avoid the "wages of sin" and escape the spiritual death Romans 6:23 mentions?

Romans 6:23 "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our LORD." (New International Version )

Romans 6:23

May 04 2020 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How did sprinkling an unclean person with the ashes of an "heifer" provide sanctifying and purifying of the flesh?

The ritual being referred to in the passage from Hebrews cited in the question was commanded by God in Numbers 19:1-10. As I see it, all such rituals in the...

May 04 2020 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by John Moyo , Christian youth teacher

Is it possible to go to heaven now and come back to tell the experience?

The simple answer to the question is "Yes," there are several accounts of people who were declared clinically dead by doctors, resuscitated back to life, and...

May 04 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How did sprinkling an unclean person with the ashes of an "heifer" provide sanctifying and purifying of the flesh?

13 For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: (KJV)

Hebrews 9:13

May 04 2020 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

What is the Hail Mary that Catholics say so often?

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John, no one is disputing the biblical claim that Mary was the mother of Jesus and also the mother of Jesus’ brothers and sisters, however she is not the...

May 04 2020

Answer by Daniel Pech

Did God literally create the Earth in six 24-hour days?

The universal self evidence of Divine design in Creation (Romans 1:20; Psalm 19:1-4a) is a powerful evidential 'fulcrum' upon which to leverage a...

May 04 2020 29 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does the "husband of one wife" phrase in 1 Timothy 3:2 mean? Can a divorced man serve as a pastor, elder, or deacon?

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Mr Osakue, I'm not sure what your stance is, all I understand is that you think Mr Houdmann's answer "will suffice." I don't know what that means for an...

May 04 2020

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can God’s grace be in vain? (2 Corinthians 6:1)

Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace ye are saved, through Faith, and that not of yourselves, it is the GIFT of God, not of works, lest any man should boast. You can...

May 03 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why is John chapter 3 verse 16 popular?

I would say that John 3:16 is so frequently cited because of the concise manner in which it summarizes in one verse the gospel message. It affirms that there...

May 03 2020 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why is John chapter 3 verse 16 popular?

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." New Inter...

John 3:16

May 03 2020 4 Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Andrew Osakue , Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader

What does the "husband of one wife" phrase in 1 Timothy 3:2 mean? Can a divorced man serve as a pastor, elder, or deacon?

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In response to Danny Hickman: In my opinion, your view is contrary to what the Bible says. We can’t use logic to replace the dictates of the word of God. The...

May 03 2020

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

Why do we pray before eating meals?

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I like this prayer for after we've eaten and have some dirty dishes. Lord Jesus, thank you for the grace These dishes represent: Sufficient food and living...

May 03 2020

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

What should we learn from the life of Jeremiah?

1. Jeremiah shows us the fullness of God's character. We live in a world that has an impoverished view of God. Jeremiah challenges us by putting on display...

May 03 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the Hail Mary that Catholics say so often?

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Gary, Mary was the mother of Jesus (God). No other can claim this fact. Mary was dedicated and lived a holy life and therefore she is as holy as any other...

May 03 2020

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?

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The answer is in the scripture. They had received the Holy Spirit. Ephesians 1:13-14 and Ephesians 4:30. Second Timothy 2:13. If we believe not, He abideth...

May 03 2020

Comment by Jeremy Caldwell

Can a Christian burn incense? What does the Bible say about burning incense?

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False religions also use other aspects of our faith: music, prayer, fasting, liturgy, use of holy books, worship services, etc... Yet we don’t simply stop...

May 03 2020

Answer by Scott Mateer

How can God’s grace be in vain? (2 Corinthians 6:1)

This verse is in reference to Isaiah 49 where he speaks for God saying that God's chosen people will be brought back from exile, that even though they were...

May 03 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

What is the Hail Mary that Catholics say so often?

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John, the Bible does not teach “Holy Mary, Mother of God” which is why this assertion and (Roman Catholic) prayer is both problematic and not biblical....

May 03 2020

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What was the significance of the ephod?

May 03 2020

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

How can God’s grace be in vain? (2 Corinthians 6:1)

As sinners we deserve death - God offers life. We are sinners, separated from God - He offers reconciliation. Those who believe in Jesus are saved, and those...

May 02 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Vijaya Lekamge , A retired, part qualified Accountant

What is a Christian?

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Mr. EWEDEMI, the criminal was promised paradise. Luke 23: 43 Jesus answered him, ‘Truly I tell you ...........you will be with me in paradise.’ The criminal...

May 02 2020

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

Who is Elijah in the Bible?

I would like to focus on just the best known event of Elijah's life, his contest on Carmel with the false prophets of Baal. The one verse I memorized in my...

May 02 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jay Saunders

What kinds of fruit (besides those mentioned in Galatians 5) does the Holy Spirit produce in the life of the Christian, if any?

You know it is really an endless process of change when you come to Christ Jesus our Lord. The fruit of the spirit developing in us takes time but change is...

May 02 2020 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kathe Ballentine

How do I respond to the problem of a mother-in-law who is overbearing, controlling, and meddling?

A mother is challenged to raise up her children to become independent. When they take on a spouse she is to not feel threatened that she is being replaced....

May 02 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

How would the Son be like "the snake in the wilderness"? John 3:14

Jesus chose a snake as a figure of Himself for a reason. The children of Israel while wandering in the wilderness sin against God and they were bitten by...

May 01 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How would the Son be like "the snake in the wilderness"? John 3:14

When the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, the people continually grumbled and rebelled against Moses (and, by...

May 01 2020 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What were these "hidden treasures"? (Isaiah 45:3)

In the passage cited in the question, God is speaking to Cyrus, the king of Persia. Although he was not an Israelite, Cyrus was the ruler whom God chose as...

May 01 2020 Follow Vote Up

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

How would the Son be like "the snake in the wilderness"? John 3:14

John 3:14 New International Version (NIV) 14 Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up,[a] Footnotes: Joh...

John 3:14

May 01 2020 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

How can God’s grace be in vain? (2 Corinthians 6:1)

6:1 "Now because we are fellow workers, we also urge you not to receive the grace of God in vain." (NET BIBLE)

2 Corinthians 6:1

May 01 2020 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What were these "hidden treasures"? (Isaiah 45:3)

Isaiah 45:3 "I will give you hidden treasures, riches stored in secret places, so that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who summons you by...

Isaiah 45:3

May 01 2020 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What kinds of fruit (besides those mentioned in Galatians 5) does the Holy Spirit produce in the life of the Christian, if any?

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Matthew 7:21-23 Many call Him Lord, but have not done the will of His Father in heaven. John 6:40 and John 6:29 They are trusting in their own works to save...

May 01 2020

Comment by Lucia Martinez

Why did Jesus ask John to take care of Mary at his crucifixion instead of his siblings?

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I also believe Mary was only Jesus's earthly mother and not his or our heavenly one because even Jesus says earthly family relationships won't exist in...

May 01 2020

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

How do we number our days?

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Grant, I like what you said: "Human life is relatively short (v10: our days may come to seventy years, or eighty if our strength endures)." So I would add...

May 01 2020

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

Why didn't God simply create humans in Heaven instead of creating Earth?

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If by asking this the person is lamenting not being created for heaven, the person seems to covet the angels. They were created for the purpose that's being...

May 01 2020

Answer by James Marstaller , Pastor of Cornerstone Gospel Church

Wasn’t killing too severe a punishment for the prophets of Baal? 1 Kings 18:40

No, the killing of the false prophets was not too severe. What God did through Elijah was express His jealousy over His people. He protected them. This...

May 01 2020 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What does it mean to love Jesus?

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Almeda Nelson, how do you get all your Evangelist awards?

May 01 2020

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May 01 2020

Answer by Dean Fugett

What should we learn from the life of Jeremiah?

From the Book of Jeremiah and Jeremiah’s life, the lesson taught is clearly that of focus, commitment, perseverance, and faithfulness under all conditions.

May 01 2020 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

How can we experience true freedom in Christ?

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Jesus said, If I make you free you shall be free indeed. Freedom is wrapped up in three verses. Romans 4:5-8 The gift of God is eternal life. He has imputed...

April 30 2020

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

April 30 2020

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

How do we number our days?

The context of this verse is a plea by Moses for God to remind us how short life is and how much we need God to teach us to spend our time wisely. God exists...

April 30 2020 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

How could there be sufficient pasture for the herds of 2 million people in a desert?

First, I would say that, despite the description of the wilderness in the passage cited in the question as "a barren and howling waste", it also states in...

April 30 2020 Follow Vote Up

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

Why did people worship man-made idols (Psalm 115:4-7)?

I would say that it is because, despite the witness of Himself that God has given in nature and in the conscience (as noted by Paul in Romans 1:20 and Romans...

April 30 2020 Follow Vote Up

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

Is caffeine addiction a sin?

All addictions are sin unless you are addicted to God. See 2 Peter 2:19 AMP They promise them liberty, when they themselves are the slaves of depravity—for...

April 30 2020 6 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Who are the Jesuits, and what do they believe?

April 30 2020

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Is caffeine addiction a sin?

April 30 2020