Why did Jesus say, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"
Can you imagine being the sinless lamb of God and taking the punishment for every sin ever committed, and every sin that will be committed? First John 2:2....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What are Ouija boards? Should a Christian play with Ouija boards?
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We should stay away from all of those kinds of influences in our lives. We can not be indwelt by demons because Christ's Holy Spirit lives in us, but we can...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
How does sin trap us and hold us captive? (Proverbs 5:22-23)
I think the following verses give a clear picture of how sin traps us: James 1:14-15 but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Should Christians try to evangelize atheists?
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Thanks Mr Matthews for the kind words. I'm with you: Nobody can change my relationship with the Lord either. Be blessed Brother.
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why did God use a disease as punishment? (2 Chronicles 26:19)
I would say that, in the particular case cited in the question, God chose the specific disease of leprosy to punish Uzziah because of the consequences that...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why would King Uzziah want to perform a priest’s duties? (2 Chronicles 26:18)
I think that the answer to the question is given in 2 Chronicles 26:16 (two verses prior to the verse cited in the question). Uzziah's position as king made...
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What does the Bible say about pets?
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by RICHARD JANTZ JR
What is the Assemblies of God Church, and what do they believe?
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Do A.G. church believe about Grace from Paul wrote in N.T. from KJV?
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How are we to submit to God?
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why did God use a disease as punishment? (2 Chronicles 26:19)
Why did God use a disease as punishment? (2 Chronicles 26:19) 16 But after Uzziah became powerful, his pride led to his downfall. He was unfaithful to the...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why would King Uzziah want to perform a priest’s duties? (2 Chronicles 26:18)
16 But after Uzziah became powerful, his pride led to his downfall. He was unfaithful to the Lord his God, and entered the temple of the Lord to burn incense...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Should Christians try to evangelize atheists?
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Danny, you are very correct. Not all Christians get angry at unbelievers. Unfortunately, the angriest get all the press and shout the loudest. Oh, there are...
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by Mabel Kane
Should a Christian ever get involved with hypnosis?
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Whilst I agree with you in many respects, as Frances Munro has said, drugs have similar effects as hypnosis. Anesthesia begins with induction which is wa...
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What does Jesus mean by comparing the wind to a person born from the spirit?
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Are the prophesies of all true prophets ALWAYS fulfilled?
Yes, the prophesies of true prophets always come true. Here are some proof verses: Deuteronomy 18:22 If what a prophet proclaims in the name of the Lord does...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why would God not want Israel to be workers together with Him this time (see 1 Corinthians 3:9)?
God promised to rescue and deliver the nation of Israel from their bondage of slavery in Egypt. Whatever God promises we can be assured (guaranteed) that God...
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by Gary Wainwright
, Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer
Does Hebrews 10:26 mean that a believer can lose salvation?
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Ema, the prodigal son returned to ‘the blessed house of his father’ therefore he did not remain in the world. If a believer is required to maintain their...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Should Christians try to evangelize atheists?
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Mr. Matthews, Not every believer gets angry with people who don't believe in Jesus, or who claims to not believe God even exists. I say live and let live in...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
Should a Christian promote world peace?
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The question is not about compromise. The question is not about truth. It's not about sheep vs. wolf. Someone wonders if "christians" should want world...
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Jay Saunders
Why should a premature birth require a penalty? (Exodus 21:22–23)
This is about a premature birth caused by a violent act or altercation. This could also be a civil court case today. Sharon Tate was a victim of the Charles...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why should a premature birth require a penalty? (Exodus 21:22–23)
In my opinion, the fine is associated with the idea that even babies with no specific prenatal birth defects who are born prematurely face increased danger...
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Why does God allow us to go through trials and tribulations?
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Grant, simply an excellent answer! KUDOS, my Brother! --ANDY--
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James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is saving grace?
Saving grace is the all sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice once and for all for all sin to every one who believes. Romans 1:16 It is believing the gospel,...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Why would God not want Israel to be workers together with Him this time (see 1 Corinthians 3:9)?
First, I would say that any unwillingness associated with the cited passage was not on the part of God, but the Israelites. The people of Israel were not...
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by Chris Heier
, Retired, living in Mexico and Arizona
Why does God allow evil men like Hitler and Saddam to come into power?
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John, sometimes the purpose of persecution and judgement is that we as God's people, cry out, turn to the Lord & pray for deliverance. He will hear our...
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by Tracey Hooks
Why did Jesus blind Saul?
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That's awesome! I never looked at it in the way that science has been involved in the teachings throughout history. Evidence from an accident in science...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why is it important to spend time alone with God?
Jesus is our model for how to have s close personal relationship with God. Even though Jesus was the Son of God, he left his divine rights in heaven to...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why does God allow us to go through trials and tribulations?
We suffer trials and tribulations because we are followers of Jesus Christ. Jesus himself was made perfect through what he suffered, the trials and...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Is it wrong for a couple to live together before marriage?
In response to the question “Does God have one specific person for you to marry?”, I offer the following. I believe he does. God has a “perfect will” for our...
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by ROSEMARY LUTCAVAGE
, Registered Nurse
Can Satan read our minds or know our thoughts?
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satan does not possess the ability to read our minds. He & his demonic spirits can certainly influence our thoughts and place thoughts and ideas before...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What does the Bible say about population control?
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Now, that is a great answer to a strictly political question. Of course the bible has said nothing about population control. Why would God give us the means...
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andrew kameya
Does God exist? Is there evidence for the existence of God?
Jesus did not come to earth to heal people. He came to 1) die for our sins 2) turn our faces to God. Jesus healed and resurrected people to prove that he is...
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Gene Deloach
Should a Christian exercise? Is exercise something Christians should be focused on?
Mr. Michael’s answer is great and hits the whys for sure. I might add this consideration to his answer: We do not know when God will call us home to His...
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What is the origin of the peace sign?
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The peace sign is a symbol used to remind people of the need to be peaceful. There's nothing satanic about peace. If hippies or any other sub cultural group...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why are witches not allowed to live?
Good question! Witch Occurs only in Exodus 22:18 (“Never let a witch live" --God's Word translation [GW]., as the rendering of mekhashshepheh, the feminine...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why was Paul straining toward something future like getting to heaven? (3:13–14)
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How can we have any pride when we did nothing for our salvation? Ephesians 2:8-9 We have nothing to boast in but the cross. Since Jesus paid it all and we...
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Does a person have control over speaking in tongues?
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by Danny Hickman
, Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ
What is the origin of the Catholic Church?
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Hi Joy, It's telling that you refer to yourself as a "practicing catholic" instead of a "believer" in the Lord Jesus the Messiah. You say you are a "former...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why should a premature birth require a penalty? (Exodus 21:22–23)
22 “If people are fighting and hit a pregnant woman and she gives birth prematurely[e] but there is no serious injury, the offender must be fined whatever th...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why would God not want Israel to be workers together with Him this time (see 1 Corinthians 3:9)?
KJ21 And Moses said unto the people, “Fear ye not. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will show to you today; for the Egyptians whom y...
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by JD Abshire
What is saving grace?
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Yes, we have to believe to be saved but why do some believe and others do not? What"s the usual response most unsaved make after sharing the plan of...