Why was Paul straining toward something future like getting to heaven? (3:13–14)
For Paul, nothing that he could possibly achieve or obtain, or any hardships or sufferings (including a martyr's death) that he might have to endure for...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How was wisdom given to Solomon? (2 Chronicles 1:12) or, How did Solomon become so wise--instantly or with tutors? (1 Kings 4:29-34)
I would say that Solomon's wisdom was a gift imparted by God, regardless of whatever education or tutoring Solomon may have received as the son of King...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How might adultery lead to death (Proverbs 2:18)?
I would say that Solomon is speaking of the possibility of both spiritual and physical death. He has indicated in the cited passage that the woman in...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What are the Seven Abominations?
In my opinion, the number seven is used in the verse cited in the question (as it is elsewhere in the Bible) as a symbol of completeness or perfection, in...
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by Tracy Sisney
Who is the "us" when God stated "let us make man in our image"?
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This gave me clarity. Thank you.
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
Why was Paul straining toward something future like getting to heaven? (3:13–14)
NCV Brothers and sisters, I know that I have not yet reached that goal, but there is one thing I always do. Forgetting the past and straining toward what is...
Philippians 3:1 - 21
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
Why is the real presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper such a controversial issue?
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Heather, if indeed He is present in the life of a Christian all of the time (and He is), why then does a priest need to call down His presence for the...
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
Why is the real presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper such a controversial issue?
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Since Jesus was holding a loaf of bread and not, say, His liver, and a cup of wine and not His blood, it was CLEARLY symbolic! The worst thing about the RCC...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is it possible for a person's name to be erased from the Book of Life?
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Both Calvinism and Arminianism both believe you have to persevere in the faith to stay saved. Then they believe they are saved by perseverance, and not by...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is it possible for a person's name to be erased from the Book of Life?
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The reason we are saved without works, is because if we could be saved by works, then Jesus died for no reason. It can only be received as a free gift from...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Why is the love of money the root of all kinds of evil?
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IT is also hard for one who is rich in good works and self righteousness to see their need of a savior. They do many good works and keep Gods laws, but never...
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How was wisdom given to Solomon? (2 Chronicles 1:12) or, How did Solomon become so wise--instantly or with tutors? (1 Kings 4:29-34)
How was wisdom given to Solomon? (2 Chronicles 1:12) or, How did Solomon become so wise--instantly or with tutors? (1 Kings 4:29-34) 2 Chronicles 1:12 "th...
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by Miho Valle
, Evangelist
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
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Those in Matthew 7:21-23 Were not saved because they trusted in their works and their own righteousness, instead of trusting Jesus and His righteousness....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Is it possible for a person's name to be erased from the Book of Life?
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I believe you are right about the 10 virgins. We either have the Holy Spirit and eternal life, or we don't. John 3:18 Believers are not condemned....
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Jack Gutknecht
, Arizona Bible College graduate and Dallas Seminary graduate
How might adultery lead to death (Proverbs 2:18)?
16 So you will be delivered from the forbidden[a] woman, from the adulteress[b] with her smooth words, 17 who forsakes the companion of her youth ...
Proverbs 2:18
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by Cindy Jennings
, 1 Saved by Grace
What do the seven churches in Revelation stand for?
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John, I'm not sure where you get your information about "most Biblical scholars..." John is identified as the author of Revelation in Rev 1:1, 4, 9, 22:8....
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Anonymous
What are the Seven Abominations?
When [a]he speaks kindly, do not believe him, For there are seven abominations in his heart;
Proverbs 26:25
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What does James mean when He says there is no "shadow of turning" with the Father?
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Numbers 23:19, "God is not a man, that He should lie, Nor a son of man, that He should repent. Has He said, and will He not do? Or has He spoken and will He...
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by Gary Wainwright
, Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer
What does the Bible say about the pope or papacy?
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Michael, in context 2 Thessalonians 2:15 refers to the traditions the Thessalonians had received from Paul himself. The traditions of the Roman Catholic...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
Why did David insist on paying for the threshing floor? (1 Chronicles 21:24)
When we seek to understand a single verse like 1 Chronicles 21:24, it is important to read the entire event in 1 Chronicles 21:1-30, so we can put the verse...
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Grant Abbott
, Child of Father, Follower of Son, Student of Spirit
How does one reconcile John 15:7-8 and Matthew 6:19-24?
The key to unlocking the promise in John 15:7-8 is the very first phrase. "If you remain (abide) in me and my words remain (abide) in you." When this...
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Andrew Sturt
What does it mean in Hebrews 12:14, "... without holiness no one will see the Lord"?
Dianne, that's an excellent question. I was reading this verse this morning and had a similar question. Here are my musings. I hope they're helpful. As far...
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What should we learn from the life of Esther?
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Why was it wrong that Moses had not circumcised His own son?
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What is the difference between a righteous person and spiritual person?
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Walking in the Spirit, Produces righteousness, AMEN?
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by Bobbie Moody
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
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It does not make any difference to go back to being a Hebrew or back to the world you were called out of. Only those who remain faithful will see eternal...
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by andrew kameya
Why do so many people struggle with a lack of faith?
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I am a strong believer - and I trust God to make all inconvenient (bad) things good. But yet, I struggle with lack of faith. Yes Lord, I believe - help me...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
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Those in Matthew 7:21-23 Were not saved because they trusted in their works and their own righteousness, instead of trusting Jesus and His righteousness....
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
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How do you explain Hebrews 13:5 For He hath said, I will never leave you or forsake you. John 6:37 He will never cast us out. John 6:39 Jesus has never lost...
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Shayne Joseph
Was Isaac born to Abraham and Sarah without physical contact between them?
He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, 21 and being fully convinced that what He had...
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by Shirley H
, Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!
What did God’s name mean to the Israelites? (Exodus 3:14)
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Great information. Thank you so much!
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by Anna Thornton
Should a married person have a close friend of the opposite sex?
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This is an awesome message! It really makes a person think about what you just said here, this is very true. I will confess that I have been in this...
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by John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God?
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James, you gave a reason why Christians believe in the Triune God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Jesus is our salvation with only one condition; that we...
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Does the Bible support the pre-existence of Jesus?
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Is "faith" a gift or a process?
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James, your comment is pure Bible Truth. --ANDY--
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
Does the Bible support the pre-existence of Jesus?
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Grant, simply excellence in your A to Z expose` of Scripture Truth!!! God's eternal Truth is and always has been The Triune God of all creation! Very...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does James mean when He says there is no "shadow of turning" with the Father?
In my opinion, James in this verse is contrasting God the Father with the movement of heavenly bodies (including the sun and moon) that exhibit differing...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the New International Reader's Version (NIrV)?
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I can tell you with out a doubt, that if Jesus had not paid for all our sins, there would be no one in heaven except God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and His...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is the New International Reader's Version (NIrV)?
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First John 3:9 compare the KJV to any of the others. The KJV says, Whosoever is born of God doeth not commit sin; for His seed remaineth in Him, and He can...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
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Most people take James out of context. James was writing to the twelve tribes of Israel scattered abroad. Revelation 7. However, He called them brethren....
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Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
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by Bobbie Moody
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
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James 2:26 For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also James 2:19 Thou believest that there is one Good; thou doest well:...