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  1. How can one become a “partaker of the divine nature”?
  2. What does the potter’s work in Jeremiah 18:1-6 teach us about God’s authority over our lives and His ability to reshape us when we go astray?
  3. Does Ezekiel prophesy about an invasion of Egypt by Nebuchadnezzar which never actually took place? Ezekiel 29:17–20
  4. What are "pruning hooks" and "plowshares" in Micah 4:3?
  5. What does the Bible say about Christians and Israel?
  6. What is meant by "the age" or "the ages" in the Bible (Ex: Matthew 28:20, Hebrews 9:26 and Romans 16:25; Ephesians 2:7 and 3:9)?
  7. How do we minister unto the Lord?
  8. Why would Pharaoh "console" himself when he saw that his fate was the same as the great nations of the past (Ezekiel 32:31)?
  9. What does it mean that the name of the city is ‘The Lord is There’ in Ezekiel 48:35?


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Answer by Myron Robertson , Seeking God's heart

How should we view Romans 3:23 when it comes to babies and children?

Someone else already provided you with Ps 51:5 which gives a general principle for how this works. Paul discussed it in a bit more detail in Rom 5:12....

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

What is literally and figuratively meant by "... created in the image of God ..."? What can we infer or deduce?

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Is the asker seeking any information beyond what can be found in response to this previously-answered question on eBible?...

August 14 2017

Answer by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

What is literally and figuratively meant by "... created in the image of God ..."? What can we infer or deduce?

What does being created in the Image of God imply? First, it should be evident that it doesn’t imply having the physical appearance of God. Instead, it seems...

August 14 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

When Jesus tells his disciples in Matthew 10: 22, "He who endures to the end will be saved," is Jesus teaching salvation by endurance/works?

To me, Jesus in this passage is not contradicting the principle of salvation by faith alone. He is indicating that, in the face of the persecution that is to...

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Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Exactly and precisely correct comment James! Seeking "to be justified by the law, then you (anyone) will have fallen from grace!, As Galatians and many other...

August 14 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

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Another one of your really good answers that drives home God's major point that Jesus paid the ultimate price at that cruel cross just over 2 thousand years...

August 14 2017

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What is the Didache?

August 14 2017

Answer by Jay Saunders

Why did God tell Hosea to marry a prostitute?

The story shows us that love, faith and hope in God's power can redeem any relationship, but surrender of both parties to God's will must be achieved and...

August 14 2017 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does Matthew 7:21-23 mean that believers can lose salvation?

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Thanks Andy. AMAZING GRACE. The simplicity of the gospel is a stumbling block to many. There is a way that seems right to men, but in the end leads to death....

August 14 2017

Comment by Tony Flores , Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ

What does the Bible say about the virgin Mary?

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Vincent, I was Catholic once and know some of its teachings goes back when only Priest were allowed to read the bible because the common people were...

August 14 2017

Comment by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

Is it allowable for a Christian to eat halal food?

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Brother Nkau your insights are appreciated. Could you be so kind as to enlighten us on the prayers aspect. I thought Moslems worship God whom they call...

August 14 2017

Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Does Paul's statement about the law being added at Mount Sinai mean that it did not exist previously? (Galatians 3:19)

God's Moral Law, the Ten Commandments (TC) existed as long as sin has existed. The Bible says, "Where no law is, there is no transgression" (Rom 4:15). So...

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How does God distribute spiritual gifts?

August 14 2017

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What does the Bible say about the virgin Mary?

August 14 2017

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

Why did Jesus tell the recently healed blind man not to return to the village in Mark 8:26?

The narrative indicates that multiple people had brought this man to Jesus for healing, but that Jesus had made a point of taking the man away to a separate...

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Is it acceptable to God for a husband and wife to have sex while the wife is menstruating / having her period?

August 14 2017

Comment by Kelebogile Nkau

Is it allowable for a Christian to eat halal food?

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You have good points regarding health issues but I believe that you are misleading those that don't understand - there are prayers made to a god that we...

August 14 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Will more people go to heaven or to hell?

No one knows the answer to the question. Think of all the children that die before the aged of accountability. Think of all the aborted babies. Think of all...

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Answer by John Smith

Does Paul's statement about the law being added at Mount Sinai mean that it did not exist previously? (Galatians 3:19)

In my humble opinion, according to scripture, the law (God's Ten Commandments) had been in existence long before Sinai. (Read Genesis (9:5,6: 18:19; 26:5;...

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Comment by Ed Fogel

What is the meaning of Jacob wrestling with God?

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Remember that Jacob began his adult life with a major deception that affected his whole family. In spite of that, you can see that God blessed him greatly....

August 14 2017

Award for Michael Tinsley , Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.

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What is the mark of the beast (666)?

August 14 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

What is the mark of the beast (666)?

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Michael, excellent answer and also your discussion with Casper! A vote and a Kudos! --Andy--

August 14 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

What is the mark of the beast (666)?

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A very informative answer. The end times do seem to be edging closer in this world's current state of affairs. All Christian Brothers and Sisters are...

August 14 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Should a Christian run for political office?

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Amen!...And an excellent discussion Danny and Michael! Where I live, there is an old country saying that is aprapo` for what has been occuring in the past...

August 14 2017

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What methods does Satan use to deceive us?

August 14 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Just how narrow is the narrow gate?

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Another great answer! A Vote-Up, a favorite star..and, a Kudos! --Andy--

August 13 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Does Matthew 7:21-23 mean that believers can lose salvation?

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And, and...I forgot to give you a Favorite star! --Andy--

August 13 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Does Matthew 7:21-23 mean that believers can lose salvation?

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And...James, I should have added that this is one of your best answers that I've read. Praise our Lord Jesus for His totally free eternal gift of salvation!...

August 13 2017

Answer by Ron Ray

What is the difference between microevolution and macroevolution?

Evolution in any form requires the addition of information not currently present so that the form may evolve. Otherwise, mutation is what actually happens...

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Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Does Matthew 7:21-23 mean that believers can lose salvation?

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James, an excellent detailed descriptive expose` on "false teachers" that lead many people astray! A Vote-Up and Kudos I give you! --Andy--

August 13 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

How can one mature in faith yet have the faith of a child?

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James, my brother... another one of your really good answers! I give you a vote-up and a Kudos! --Andy--

August 13 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Will more people go to heaven or to hell?

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Jesus was warning us not to trust in our works to save us, but only on Him who saved us by grace. We can only be saved by grace. Not by our own works. Romans...

August 13 2017

Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

Is it possible for an individual to be able to see who's a Christian just by looking at a person or passing someone on the street?

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Emo, I happened upon your answer again and realized you deserved a Favorite star! Kudos, my 'sheepdog' brother! --Andy--

August 13 2017

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

Why were Adam and Eve ashamed of their nakedness?

Perhaps it was because Adam and Eve, in addition to being conscious of their disobedience to God's command (that is, of being "spiritually naked" before...

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

What is the meaning of Jacob wrestling with God?

Jacob had previously relied on craft and deceit to achieve his goals, through such actions as depriving his brother Esau of his birthright and of their...

August 13 2017 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why are Psalm 14 and Psalm 53 almost identical?

My understanding is that, despite the similarities in the translated versions of these psalms, their original Hebrew wording contained differences (such as...

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Comment by Andy Mangus , I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.

What is the sin unto death?

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Haven't 'heard' from you lately, so wanted to reach out with my heartfelt concern for how you are doing lately!?! Hopefully, you are doing much better and...

August 13 2017

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

What is tithe used for according to the Bible?

The basic principle behind the tithe, in my opinion, was as a recognition of God being the ultimate source of all blessings that people received, and of the...

August 13 2017 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Kenneth Heck

Are we living in the end times?

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Your question isn't directly related to the original question at the top, but here is a quick answer: Judaism and Christianity will be combined together into...

August 13 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Will more people go to heaven or to hell?

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There is a way that seems right to men. But the way there of is sin and death. The law was given to show us we are sinners, and to bring us to Christ for...

August 13 2017

Comment by Barbara Wilson , Retired Nurse

What did Jesus mean when He said the eye is the lamp of the body?

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Wonderful answer, Michael. Thank you.

August 13 2017

Question by Samuel Bourassa

Why are Psalm 14 and Psalm 53 almost identical?

Why not include it only once?

Psalms 53:1 - 6

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Question by Nicola Calitz

Why were Adam and Eve ashamed of their nakedness?

Also why did they only realise they were naked after they ate the forbidden fruit? What does the nakedness represent?

Genesis 3:10

August 13 2017 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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What is tithe used for according to the Bible?

I want to know the biblical reason for tithe. Did God command it, what was its intended use, and where it was mentioned in the Bible?

Hebrews 7:8 - 9

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