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  1. What causes God to be joyful (Jeremiah 9:24)?
  2. Why does Jeremiah 12:1 say the wicked prosper when other verses say they do not?
  3. How does a Christian get God's work in our heart to make changes?
  4. If God doesn't change his mind, why does it sometimes appear that way (Numbers 23:19)?
  5. To whom is God talking in Psalm 82?
  6. What enduring assurance does God give His people despite potential upheaval in the world? Isaiah 54:1–17
  7. Did God deceive Jeremiah as suggested in Jeremiah 20:7?
  8. How does Jeremiah 27:5, where God says He gives the earth to whomever He chooses, show His strength and control over nations?
  9. Does God have a specific plan for my life? Jeremiah 29:11
  10. What is the Apostle Paul saying in Romans 2:13? Is he saying that one must keep the law in order to be justified?


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Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Should a Christian invest money in the stock market?

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My wife and I worked hard to pay the 30 year loan on our house in 15 years as we bought it in the late 70's when interest rates were 11 and 12 percent on...

December 18 2019

Comment by Xavier Gomez

Is Jesus a myth? Is Jesus just a copy of the pagan gods of other ancient religions?

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Thank you, what an amazing response. (Assuming your statements are accurate)

December 18 2019

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Should a Christian woman wear a bikini?

Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty with which Christ has made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. We have so many...

December 18 2019 2 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What is the difference between mercy and grace?

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Amen Shirley; We read in Romans 3:26-28 that since salvation is a free gift, we have nothing to boast in. Ephesians 2:8-9 Again, For by grace are ye saved,...

December 18 2019

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What does the Bible say about communication?

December 18 2019

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What does it mean to have a reprobate mind?

December 18 2019

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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My view is that there are several passages of New Testament Scripture that explicitly set out qualifications for Church offices and contain regulations on...

December 18 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Will there be a second chance for salvation after the Rapture?

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David. Read First Corinthians 15:51-53 and First Thessalonians 4:13-18. The church, those who have accepted Jesus free gift of eternal life by faith alone,...

December 18 2019

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Is Jesus a myth? Is Jesus just a copy of the pagan gods of other ancient religions?

December 18 2019

Answer by Shantkumar S. Kunjam , An Indian, Mennonite Church, Pastor, Administrator, Bishop,

Why did God put the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil in Eden?

In 1 Corinthians 15:28 is mentioned an eight word phrase "So that God may be all in all", which, I believe, summarizes the ultimate goal of God in creating...

December 18 2019 12 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Is there a biblical list of sins?

No, there is not a complete list of sins anywhere in the Bible, but Michael mentioned sins of commission which the Rabbis had codified into 613 laws, and 365...

December 18 2019 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

What is the difference between mercy and grace?

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AbsolutelyJames, it is ALL about Him. Our God is wonderful! Praise and honor and glory are His. Thank Him for His Beautiful Wonder Son always. And for the...

December 17 2019

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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If a woman is single, she wouldn't need to consult with her husband about taking a preaching position, since she hasn't willingly agreed to be under anyone...

December 17 2019

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

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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I read here where if a "wife has PERMISSION from her husband" she can preach..." What if a woman is single, where does she go for that PERMISSION? Some of us...

December 17 2019

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

What is the Christian view of QEC (quantum energy coaching), and is it safe to do it?

Based on information found on the internet, Quantum Energy Coaching (QEC) appears to be a two-day workshop that presents itself as a technique of...

December 17 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

What will we be doing in heaven?

We will be singing as Michael said (Isaiah 44:23; Hebrews 2:12 --saying, "I will tell of your name to my brothers; in the midst of the congregation I will...

December 17 2019 14 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Why did God strike Uzzah dead for touching the Ark of the Covenant?

December 17 2019

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is the meaning of sackcloth and ashes?

Sackcloth and ashes were used in Old Testament times as a symbol of debasement, mourning, and/or repentance. Someone wanting to show his repentant heart...

December 17 2019 Follow Vote Up

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

Who makes up the armies in heaven, as mentioned in Revelation 19:14?

This is an interesting question, Murray Roulstone! The angels in part(Matt. 25:31; 2 Thessalonians 1:7 -- "and to grant relief to you who are afflicted as...

December 17 2019 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the cost of following Jesus?

Following Jesus has eternal benefits and can also have many potential temporal blessings. However, as Jesus Himself made clear, those who follow Him will...

December 17 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Allen Miole , Family Pastor

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

The bible tells us after resurrection, Jesus went to meet His disciples and particularly (in spite of being denied not only once but trice!) Jesus had an...

December 17 2019 1 Comments 39 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Deborah Agyemang

What is the cost of following Jesus?

Mathew 8:20

Matthew 8:20

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Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

December 17 2019

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December 17 2019

Answer by Kelli Hamann , Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician

When a person has a long-standing illness and decides against further treatment, is that a sin?

No, I don't believe a person who doesn't elect to pursue treatment would in any way be committing a sin, and here are my reasons: 1) To decline treatment is...

December 17 2019 7 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Rebecca Donaldson

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

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Luke 2:36–38 There was also a prophet, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years...

December 17 2019

Comment by Albert DeBenedictis , Retired computer programmer

How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?

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Hi Ainsley Chalmers, Thank you for your response. My book discusses the effects of what happens when one has a mutation that prevents one to obtain sickle...

December 17 2019

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

Why is God going to release Satan after the 1000 years?

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How come? It is the ultimate proof that the heart of man is desperately wicked (Jeremiah 17:9) and can be changed only by God’s grace. (Jeremiah 13:23)....

December 17 2019

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

What does it mean to "taste and see that The Lord is good"?

Benjamin, good question! First, see the big picture: Psalm 34 1. Bless the Lord (Psalm 34:1-3). 2. Seek the Lord (Psalm 34:4-8). 3. Fear the Lord (Psalm...

December 17 2019 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by gerald heard

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

Brother and sisters, we all know the Holy Spirit can come upon anyone. Who are we to say a woman can't preach? I would say to you all: God's word can be...

December 17 2019 39 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Was the American Revolution a violation of Romans 13:1-7?

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Was the American Revolution a violation of Romans 13, I don't think so. Were the founders of this Republic the type of men whom they are reputed by their...

December 17 2019

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

Was Mary at the tomb before sunrise or after?

I would say that plausible interpretations of the wording of John 20:1 leave open the possibility of the reference to darkness applying to the time when Mary...

December 17 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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What is kindness (fruit of the Holy Spirit)?

December 17 2019

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

Was Mary at the tomb before sunrise or after?

PROBLEM: Mark states that Mary was there “very early in the morning ... when the sun had risen” (Mark 16:2). But John says it was “early, while it was still ...

Mark 16:2

December 16 2019 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Why is salvation by works a commonly held viewpoint by non-believers, and some believers as well?

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Romans 4:5 But to him that worketh not, but believe on Him who justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. His righteousness that He...

December 16 2019

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

In scripture, what does "The Lord's Day" mean?

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Grammatically different constructions do not mean much, actually, anymore than if I say "I go to the store on Tuesday" then later say, "I'm off to do the...

December 16 2019

Comment by Ernestine Chapple

In scripture, what does "The Lord's Day" mean?

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I believe that every day is the Lord's day. We need to give him praise and thanks that He is so loving an forgiving.

December 16 2019

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

When a person has a long-standing illness and decides against further treatment, is that a sin?

If it were a case where the person decided against available medical treatment from a belief or expectation that God would heal the condition, that (to me)...

December 16 2019 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by ainsley chalmers , Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.

How does creationism vs. evolution impact how a person views the world?

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Albert there is nowhere that one sees a spontaneous addition of a gene to an organism. Humans have added an insulin gene to a microbe in the lab and it makes...

December 16 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does John 3:13 mean that no one went to Heaven before Jesus?

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Now when we die our soul/spirit goes directly to heaven. Paul said, absent from the body, present with the Lord. The determining factor being that we are...

December 16 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does John 3:13 mean that no one went to Heaven before Jesus?

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And yes, our soul/spirit never dies. That is why hell is forever and heaven is forever. It is our soul/spirit that is born again. Not our flesh or our old...

December 16 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does John 3:13 mean that no one went to Heaven before Jesus?

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Ephesians 3:9 Now that He ascended, what is the that he also descended in to the lower parts of the earth. He did not go to hell. He went to Paradise....

December 16 2019

Question by Anonymous
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When a person has a long-standing illness and decides against further treatment, is that a sin?

For example, if a person needs a kidney transplant and decides against it, knowing s/he will probably die without it, is that sinful to God?

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What does it mean to "taste and see that The Lord is good"?

December 16 2019

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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When we are born into this world, our mothers water breaks, and we are born. But we have to be born again by the Spirit of God to be saved. The Gospel. First...

December 16 2019