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  1. If Jesus knew His 7th day Sabbath, God's 4th Commandment, would be nailed to the cross and no longer be in effect after His resurrection, why did He instruct His followers to pray they would not have to flee on the Sabbath after his resurrection?
  2. What does the burned plow have to do with Elisha?
  3. Where can I find the word "doctrine" in the N.T.?
  4. How does Jeremiah 27:5, where God says He gives the earth to whomever He chooses, show His strength and control over nations?
  5. What enduring assurance does God give His people despite potential upheaval in the world? Isaiah 54:1–17
  6. Why does Jeremiah 12:1 say the wicked prosper when other verses say they do not?
  7. To whom is God talking in Psalm 82?
  8. If God doesn't change his mind, why does it sometimes appear that way (Numbers 23:19)?
  9. Does God have a specific plan for my life? Jeremiah 29:11
  10. Did God deceive Jeremiah as suggested in Jeremiah 20:7?


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When would the people of Israel and Judah seek God together (Jeremiah 50:4)?

October 26 2024

Comment by Danny Hickman

What is the origin of the peace sign?

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Jesus' death and resurrection only brings peace between God the Father and His elect. "Peace on earth, good will toward men," FROM God the Father. That's one...

October 26 2024

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

When would the people of Israel and Judah seek God together (Jeremiah 50:4)?

Version 4 “In those days, at that time,” declares the Lord, “the people of Israel and the people of Judah together will go in tears to seek the Lord their God."

Jeremiah 50:1 - 46

October 26 2024 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about pride?

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In his excellent book Mere Christianity (which I would recommend to anyone), the English apologist C. S. Lewis included a chapter on pride, which he called...

October 26 2024

Comment by Danny Hickman

What is the origin of religion?

Comment:
Your answer is very cogent. I think Jesus is saying, that God will be worshipped; that the entire creation gives God the glory due Him. God doesn't depend on...

October 26 2024

Comment by Rahshemah Floyd

Is pleading the blood of Jesus biblical?

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I am excited that I found this site. This discussion about pleading the blood of Jesus is enlightening. It's been my experience that people do what they see...

October 26 2024

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

What does the Bible say about pride?

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“We’ve all heard of Moab’s pride, that legendary pride, The strutting, bullying, puffed-up pride, the insufferable arrogance. I know”—God’s Decree—“his...

October 26 2024

Comment by Truth Finder

What is the origin of the peace sign?

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The only true symbol of peace is the cross of JESUS. His blood brought real, lasting peace.

October 26 2024

Answer by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

What are the attributes of headstrong people?

The word rendered "headstrong" there means "reckless". So a reckless person foolishly acts without regard for consequences, or for how their actions affect...

October 25 2024 Follow Vote Up

Question by Chris Afekolu

What are the attributes of headstrong people?

2 Timothy 3:4

1 Vote October 25 2024 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

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

What does the Bible say about praying for others' sins?

Good question, Jody! Leviticus 19:17: "Thou shalt not hate thy brother in thine heart: thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neighbor, and not suffer sin upon...

October 25 2024 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What is the origin of the peace sign?

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Some people who mean well might not understand what Jesus meant when he said, "I didn't come to bring peace but a sword" (Matthew 10:34). Luke records the...

October 25 2024

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What does Isaiah 58:7 mean by "not to hide yourself from your own flesh?"

October 24 2024

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What does the Bible say about praying for others' sins?

We are told that the sins of the world were forgiven through the shed blood of Jesus Christ at the cross. 2 Cor 5:19 "To wit, that God was in Christ,...

October 24 2024 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Did Elisha tell Hazael to lie?

October 24 2024

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

What does the Bible say about praying for others' sins?

The Bible tells us (in the Lord's Prayer, for one example) to forgive the sins others have committed against us on a personal level, so that our own sins may...

October 24 2024 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Gary WELLS

Who was in the lineage of Jesus, Nathan or Solomon?

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The Greek only states that they were related. It does not specify. Some translations use 'cousin' but that is insertion. They may have been 2nd or more...

October 24 2024

Comment by Truth Finder

What is the origin of the peace sign?

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Christ is the only true symbol of peace in this world not some invented manmade imitation used to simulate a response. Those who are not truly born again...

October 24 2024

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

Is the United States a Christian nation?

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"We are and have been the most God blessed country in the world in all of history." I don't think we have to exalt the status and history of our country in...

October 23 2024

Answer by Peace Blessings

Should all pronouns referring to God be capitalized?

I like it and appreciate it when the Deity pronouns are capitalized because it helps me understand what is being said/written and by whom more clearly. When...

October 23 2024 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Peace Blessings

Should all pronouns referring to God be capitalized?

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I like it and appreciate it when the Deity pronouns are capitalized because it helps me understand what is being said/written more clearly. "And he said to...

October 23 2024

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

What is peace?

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Peace. We have to choose peace. "Choosing peace is one of the main themes of the Bible. God invites us to rest in Him and His truth even when the world is in...

October 23 2024

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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The Greek preposition doesn't just mean "out." That's an unhelpful gloss, and inaccurate at that. There are a number of Greek prepositions that are...

October 23 2024

Comment by Truth Finder

What is the Pentecostal Church and what do Pentecostals believe?

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Speaking in tongues is not verification that you have been born again nor that you have received the Holy Spirit. There is no use in grasping for...

October 23 2024

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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It's a pretty impressive twist to make "I will also keep you from the hour of trial that is going to come on the whole world to test the inhabitants of the...

October 23 2024

Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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The use of the pronoun ek doesn't of itself shed too much light on which interpretation should be preferred, though it slightly leans towards their being...

October 23 2024

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What is the importance of Christian baptism?

There is only 1 baptism, and it is of and by the Spirit upon having faith, not by man with water: 1 Cor 12:13 "For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one...

October 22 2024 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What is the importance of Christian baptism?

There is only 1 baptism, and it is of and by the Spirit upon having faith, not by man with water: 1 Cor 12:13 "For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one...

October 22 2024 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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I realize this is many years later, but re. Rev. 3:10, the Greek reads εκ της ὡρας (out of-the of-hour), where "out" includes the destination (out from here,...

October 22 2024

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What is the importance of Christian baptism?

October 22 2024

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

What does the Bible say about the amount of time between the rapture and the beginning of the tribulation?

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https://ebible.com/questions/635-when-is-the-rapture-going-to-occur-in-relation-to-the-tribulation

October 22 2024

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Should a believer choose to give the gospel to a non-believer who is most likely to reject Jesus?

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I agree, and not only does Paul clarify it, even Peter comes to realize it (1 Peter 3:21). 1 Cor 1:17 "For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the...

October 22 2024

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

Should a believer choose to give the gospel to a non-believer who is most likely to reject Jesus?

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Thanks Mark for responding. Like I said, Peter's declaration is monumental and a reason for great controversy. I've already stated my belief. I'll leave it...

October 22 2024

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Should a believer choose to give the gospel to a non-believer who is most likely to reject Jesus?

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Danny, I agree with much of what you said and I hope you see my point. The "fear" that is used today in religion comes from biblical Israel's doctrine and...

October 22 2024

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Should a believer choose to give the gospel to a non-believer who is most likely to reject Jesus?

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What Peter said to "ye men of Israel" was to change their mind on who they killed (their Messiah), and indeed be water baptized, and THEN the Spirit would...

October 22 2024

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

How can I have faith by reading God’s word?

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That's great Jack. I would think that reading scripture out loud and concentrating on your reading would also cause you to hear God's words in your heart!...

October 22 2024

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

Should a believer choose to give the gospel to a non-believer who is most likely to reject Jesus?

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Continuing, The people heard Peter's sermon and asked, "What should we do?" The scripture doesn't say Peter's message made them afraid. It says, "Peter's...

October 22 2024

Comment by Silas Cheung

Why did Abraham banish Ishmael?

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This is an example of where the righteousness of man vs. The righteousness of God are in conflict. Another example is when God asked Abraham to sacrifice his...

October 22 2024

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

Should a believer choose to give the gospel to a non-believer who is most likely to reject Jesus?

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I think I finally got a grip on the question. Maybe this is about whether or not it's better for the unbeliever to not hear the gospel and remain in a...

October 22 2024

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Is there a time when the Lord will not be near?

October 21 2024

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What did Jesus say about the 2 foundations?

Christ, while living and preparing Israel for their coming kingdom of heaven, was teaching on the dangers of lack of faith. Christ is "the foundation" to...

October 21 2024 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Should a believer choose to give the gospel to a non-believer who is most likely to reject Jesus?

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1 Cor 9:22-24 "To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some. 23 And this I...

October 21 2024