Are African traditional weddings acceptable to God?
There is absolutely nothing wrong with it. Man does not marry two people together nor do symbols such as rings make a union nor does a piece of paper make a...
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Do narcissistic people change their ways if they accept Jesus Christ as their Savior?
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You seem to be the only one on this blog that gets it. Salvation is not a profession, it is a Lordship possession. Although it happens in degrees, and yes...
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by m C
Do narcissistic people change their ways if they accept Jesus Christ as their Savior?
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You say narcissistic people are saved without change. I say they are not saved. Salvation is a new Lord in town. If that is not the case then good works are...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does it mean to be a stumbling block to someone else?
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Praise the Lord. His grace is still sufficient for all our sin. Only He can lead us into righteousness by faith alone.
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Why did the people in Genesis live such long lives?
The answer for this question cannot be based on assumption and speculation. We don't know why lifespans were so different. We can only go by what Scripture...
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by Fanny Essamuah
What is a concubine? Why did God allow men to have concubines in the Bible?
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Tom i like your answer....Nobody knows.
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Scarlett Holtz
, Missionary to the Philippines and wherever He sends me.
What is spiritual death?
Death, according to dictionary means a cessation of vital functions or a lack of life. Spiritual death is our natural state prior to accepting Christ as our...
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John Matthews
, Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker
Are African traditional weddings acceptable to God?
The only requirement I know of is a legal one, not a religious one. If the ceremony is legal in the country of origin, then that is all that matters. In the...
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by JD Abshire
Is believing in Jesus' virgin birth a requirement for salvation?
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I imagine there are few who posess a good understanding of theology and Christology the day God saves them. I agree that a new believer may not know of...
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by Charles Stanley
, Bible College graduate/former pastor/financial planner...
What is love (fruit of the Holy Spirit)?
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Craig, if you've not read it, I encourage to read "God's Passion for his Glory" by John Piper. It is sort of a commentary on Jonathan Edwards work, "The End...
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by Bob Johnson
, Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio
Is the atonement of Christ unlimited?
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The grocery store image doesn't work. God isn't a grocery store. The atonement is not like a candy bar. Everyone that wants the candy bar, of course, gets...
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What signs indicate that the end times are approaching?
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What is a bondservant?
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Is cessationism biblical?
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You said here are six proofs. I read them and could not find one proof. You might want to edit your post and say instead: 'Here are six reasons I believe the...
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Aurel Gheorghe
What does it mean when God said, “The man has now become like one of us, knowing good and evil"?
In God’s creation, the first couple had pure minds, they had no knowledge or concept of evil. They were unaware what evil was – evil thoughts, speech, and...
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by Billy P Eldred
Is cessationism biblical?
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Thanks Anthony. I have never understood cessationist point of view. At least now I understand it though certainly don't agree with it. Great answer.
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What is cheap grace?
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The four gospels were written before Jesus died, to the Jews, under the law. Grace did not come till the book of Acts. The four gospels were written to the...
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by Melanie Hester
How can I increase my spiritual discernment?
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Does spiritual discernment require the aid of the Holy Sprit or can it be acquired based on one's desire to learn what God wants by reading and studying the...
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Teresa Wiltz
, Freelance writer and copy editor, Christian
What does it mean to be a stumbling block to someone else?
Hebrews 10:24 “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” As true Christians, it is our responsibility to walk in...
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What does it mean that God is eternal?
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What is the origin of the Catholic Church?
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What did Jesus mean when He instructed us hate our father and mother (Luke 14:26)?
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How long did it take God to create the world?
Man is made in the image of God (Gen 1:26). It is therefore plausible that a working day of man is congruent with a working day of God. But as God is much...
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Pastor Shaun Bridgens
, Pastor - Vineyard Ministries, Phd.Theo, ATS Theological Sem.
Should we tithe off our gross or net income?
Shalom First, you need to define Tithing and what its main purpose was. Tithing was bound to the Law and if you calculate your actual Tithe is amounts to...
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ROSEMARY LUTCAVAGE
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Who is the antichrist?
Satan loves to mimic God & he sets out to imitate God wishing he was God in all he sets out to do. Just as God the Creator is a triune God, we call the...
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What should you do if you don't have a passion for spiritual activities, e.g. prayers, and such?
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Why doesn't God heal everyone?
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What is the origin of the Catholic Church?
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How can the Bible bring comfort during a difficult time?
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What are the spiritual disciplines?
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Is the theory of Pangea possible? Does the Bible say that there was once a Pangea / Pangaea?
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by Mary McDonald
Why did God command the extermination of the Canaanites, women and children included?
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Joe, I liked your analogy of the sheep and wolves. Thank you!
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, Bible College graduate/former pastor/financial planner...
What is "charismatic interpretation" of scripture?
In very simple terms, it means that one understands that all of the gifts of the Holy Spirit are still available and functioning in the church today. Also...
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Steve Maxwell
How long did it take God to create the world?
God spoke His word to chosen men who in turn, wrote His words down. The Bible was written by God and is intended to be good for instruction. Yes, a day is as...
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How can I know for sure that I will go to Heaven when I die?
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Kenneth Heck
How are Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, related?
The Greek term 'syngenis, simply means “relative” (NKJV, NASB, NIV) or “kinswoman” (ASV, RSV). It is a general term, meaning ‘of the same family.’ Thus, Mary...
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by Andy Mangus
, I am a Christian since October 1979 & devoted truth seeker.
What does the Bible say about giving money to someone if you know they'll probably use it for sinful purposes?
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I agree with JD. Tim, good answer; and a vote up! --Andy--
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
How are Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, related?
The Bible indicates that Elizabeth was of the "daughters of Aaron" (Luke 1:5, (that is, descended through Moses' brother, Aaron, from the Jewish tribe of...
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What is the Millennial Kingdom, and should it be understood literally?
Do to space & time I am not going to quote Scripture, however I will note where it is found in Scripture, First let me ask, can you imagine being John on...
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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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Judas was never a believer. He was of the devil from the beginning. We have to remember that the Church was never started until the book of acts when the...
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by James Kraft
, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
What does the Hebrews 10:26 mean concerning 'willful sin?'
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If you go back to the 1611 KJV it says that Hebrews was written by Paul to the Jews. He was explain to them that we are under grace and no more under the...
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Robert Schuman
How are Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, related?
The Bible says Mary (from the house of David) and Elizabeth (a Levite) were cousins. Does the Bible say how they are related?
Luke 1:36
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by JD Abshire
Why does Psalm 51:5 say we are conceived in sin?
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Let's look at the verse. "Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me." David is stating one of three posibilities. 1. Sex is...
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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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Jesus did all the saving, all we have to do is believe it to be saved. John 3:16 Once we have accepted Jesus payment for all our sin, we have eternal life...
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Tim Maas
, Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
What does it mean when God said, “The man has now become like one of us, knowing good and evil"?
The three Persons of the one Triune God, speaking among themselves in this verse (as they also had in Genesis 1:26), had created humans in a state of sinless...
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What is Kabbalah?
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Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?
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When, why, and how does the Lord God discipline us when we sin?
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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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Salvation is only conditional on our faith in Christ to save us. Our rewards in heaven are conditional on what we do. Salvation is a free gift of God by...