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  1. What does it mean that the name of the city is ‘The Lord is There’ in Ezekiel 48:35?
  2. What are "pruning hooks" and "plowshares" in Micah 4:3?
  3. What does the Bible say about Christians and Israel?
  4. 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)?
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Answer by Michael Kouroupis

Is there any evidence for the Bible's view of a young earth?

I think there are only 2 main points that can be gleaned from the Biblical account of a 6 day Creation (and the fall) from Genesis. And that is: The order of...

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Comment by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

Does Mary, mother of Jesus have another brother or sister?

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Also, if Mary had other sons they would have been the ones to take care of her. Not John.

March 29 2017

Comment by June Williams , Professional Grandma, Homemaker, Continually seeking God!

How did Noah fit all the animals on the Ark?

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Amen! Just have a little faith! There is nothing our God can't do! :)

March 29 2017

Comment by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3

What happened to Moses' staff?

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That is Aaron's staff in the Ark of the Covenant, not Moses'. See Hebrews 9:4

March 29 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does God hate? If God is love, how can He hate?

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The reason Jesus had to died for the sins of the whole world, was so that anyone could be saved who accepted Him as their savior. We are all sinners before...

March 29 2017

Answer by Nils Jansma , Missionary in San Diego California

Why is God a jealous God?

Another quick and simple explanation involves fatherly discipline. Proverbs 9:10 says that “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom:... “ The term “...

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Comment by Aurel Gheorghe

What happens once we die?

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Angel, thanks for the texts. Building an entire doctrine on one or two Bible texts while ignoring a multitude of others that clarifies and bring meaning to...

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What does it mean that a woman should not teach or take authority over a man?

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What is the definition of sin?

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What is the throne of God? Does God literally have a throne?

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What is Coptic Christianity, and what do Coptic Christians believe?

March 29 2017

Comment by Ezekiel Kimosop

Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?

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Bro Jason, thanks. You have provided an interesting piece of exegesis. Unfortunately, Roman Catholic leaning scholars appear to first draw the doctrine and...

March 29 2017

Answer by Bryan Barnes

When can music be considered 'Christian music'?

A Call to Praise the Lord A psalm of thanks. 100 Shout to the Lord, all the earth. 2 Serve the Lord with joy; come before him with singing. 3 Know that the...

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Comment by Angel karing

Why do most Christians meet together for fellowship, study, and worship on Sunday?

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Emo, we have come to the same conclusions from reading the bible and then attending the church...with no prior knowledge of church history, denominations,...

March 29 2017

Comment by Angel karing

How do people give the devil a black eye?

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Emo, thank you for your awesome answer here, we needed this vit b shot!! my husband and I decided that tomorrow we start a quest in the first 5 books of the...

March 29 2017

Comment by John Matthews , Retired Professional Singer, Conductor and Seeker

What does the Bible say about political correctness? Should a Christian be politically correct?

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Michael, I must differ on one point of your response; the last paragraph. "Correctness" in the secular and political realm IS the concern of the Christian....

March 29 2017

Answer by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

Was the thief on the cross baptized?

Well, I've never heard that rebuttal, but I can answer the question of the thief on the right from an Orthodox perspective, as you may hear a similar...

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Comment by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

Why did Jesus say, 'Let the little children come to me'?

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This is possibly the best justification for infant baptism I have ever seen. :)

March 29 2017

Answer by Selva Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What does the Bible have to say about Lesbians and Homosexuals being in leadership positions in the church?

All homosexuality-- sodomy, lesbianism, and other sexual perversion are condemned in Scripture with the penalty of death (Lev. 18:22, 26- 29; 20:13; Rom....

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Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What does the Bible say about morality?

Joseph was handsome and had a good physique. His character stands out as one of the purest in history. He allowed no temptation to affect his high MORALITY,...

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Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What is the meaning of, "He shall be a wild donkey of a man, his hand against everyone and everyone against him; and he shall dwell over against all his kinsmen"?

Hebrew: pere’ (H6501), is used to refer "running wild". Here it refers to man. Used 10 times of wild asses (Job 6:5; 11:12; 24:5; 39:5; Ps. 104:11; Isa....

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Answer by Singapore Moses , Messenger of God, CEO in IT industry, Astronaut, Scientist

What should I be looking for in a wife?

Hebrew: chayil (H2428) is being used to refer strong in all moral and mental qualities (Prov. 31:10; 12:4; Ruth 3:11). Example: Ruth is the only woman...

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

What does the Bible say about legalism? How can a Christian avoid falling into the trap of legalism?

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and,....on yet another channel...I would like to hear from you and how are you doing lately, my brother ?!?!? --Andy--

March 28 2017

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

How can we prove that we are different from animals in God's eyes to those who adhere to the theory of evolution?

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Jennifer, a really good 'research' based answer! Just my complement to you for your continued excellence within your submissions on ebible.com. I always...

March 28 2017

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

How can we prove that we are different from animals in God's eyes to those who adhere to the theory of evolution?

I will reply with an answer that hasn't been submitted as of yet and is short: This just came to me when reading the various answers! This is what came to...

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Comment by Anonymous Person , Coptic Orthodox Christian and loving my LORD <3

What is the Hail Mary that Catholics say so often?

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The title Theotokos actually bears theological ground in it is meant as a proclamation of the nature of CHRIST, not as a glorification of Mary. If I may...

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Why is it that whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit can not be forgiven?

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Answer by Gregory Tomlinson , Minister, husband,father,grandfather,vet., college graduate

Why do some Christians believe that there are no such things as accidents?

Why do some Christians believe that there are no such things as accidents? They may think this way and make decisions based on it because of confirmation...

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Comment by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What is dispensationalism and is it Biblical?

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Putting aside eschatology for the moment, I am not sure scripture implies that we are in any sort of 'age of Gentiles.' Rather, scripture specifically seems...

March 28 2017

Comment by Cindy Jennings , 1 Saved by Grace

What is dispensationalism and is it Biblical?

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I see several flaws in your response. First, God ALWAYS keeps His promises and His promise to the Jews was to occupy a much greater territory of land than...

March 28 2017

Answer by Troy Landry , Heavens Sweet, Hells Hot, You're Going to One, Ready Or Not

When you pray, do you always have to kneel?

Matthew 17:14, Matthew 20:20, Mark 1:40, Acts 7:60, Acts 9:40, These are just a few references to kneeling in the New Testament. Kneeling shows the ult-most...

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Comment by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

What is the significance of the woman touching the hem of Jesus' garment when Jesus felt the power run out of him to heal her?

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Angel my sister warrior: Your comment has brought such joy that my simple words may fail to express the depth to which your news has truly touched my soul....

March 28 2017

Comment by Angel karing

What is the meaning of, "He shall be a wild donkey of a man, his hand against everyone and everyone against him; and he shall dwell over against all his kinsmen"?

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I have wondered about this myself and other things relating to Ishmael (his name having God's name in it "El", his blessings from God, etc.) I do have an...

March 28 2017

Comment by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Does God hate? If God is love, how can He hate?

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If God did not hate sin but love the sinner, He would not have sent His son to die for us. He said He loves us with an everlasting love. Would Jesus have...

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What does the Bible say about jealousy?

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Comment by Jason Wills

Do Catholics worship idols / practice idolatry?

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None of the Church Fathers or the early Protestant Reformers supported that interpretation of Matt 1:25. Matthew 1:25 states that Joseph had no marital...

March 28 2017

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

What did Jesus mean when He said "I am the door"?

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Jeremiah, this is well written 'Bible-strong' mini sermonette! You get a vote-up and a Kudos! Jesus is THE ONLY DOOR --and-- The ONLY WAY!! --Andy--

March 28 2017

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

What does the Bible say to do with a rebellious child?

When we have children we have them not knowing how they are going to be. They may grow up very pliable and willing to follow right. But, they can also grow...

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Answer by Michael Morgan , Child of God saved by Grace

Why is sound doctrine so important?

You can never drink too much water. Water is the fuel God gave us to run on. Drink as much water as you can to be heathy. Interesting and sounds logical, but...

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Do the souls of aborted babies go to heaven?

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Was Judas Iscariot forgiven / saved?

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Do church traditions (ie: sacraments) offend God?

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Comment by Angel karing

How do I get through chronic pain as a Christian?

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Thank you Lena and Lynn for your words of wisdom, I hope and pray you and the writer of this question are all doing well. I also suffer from chronic daily...

March 28 2017

Comment by JD Abshire

How can the Holy Spirit be in everyone at the same time?

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Agreed, Christ was fully divine and fully man. I am not aware of scripture that implies or suggests that his divinity was incompacitated by his humanity no...

March 28 2017

Comment by Gary Wainwright , Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband, Father, Civil Engineer

What happens once we die?

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Aurel, please note “the most convincing evidence for the eternity of hell is Mathew 25:46…” because “in this verse, the same Greek word is used to refer to...

March 28 2017

Comment by Angel karing

What is the significance of the woman touching the hem of Jesus' garment when Jesus felt the power run out of him to heal her?

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(Luke 8:43; Mark 5:27) Under the law this unnamed women with an issue of blood was unclean and as such an outcast of society prohibited from any interaction...

March 28 2017