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Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?

July 18 2023

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Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?

July 18 2023

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Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

July 18 2023

Answer by Darrell Six

Was Mary at the tomb before sunrise or after?

I. The Women Go to the Tomb A.Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb (Mt. 28:1) 1. Does Matthew compress two separate visits into one? 2. Is...

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Answer by Eve Quave

What is the significance of the two tablets for the 10 Commandments?

I'm convinced it has to do with the Law of Two Witnesses, Deut. 17:6 & Deut. 19:15. We see the Law of 2 Witnesses all through the Bible. Example: Rev....

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Answer by Eve Quave

Why did God write the Ten Commandments on two tablets of stone and not just one?

I'm convinced it has to do with the Law of Two Witnesses, Deut. 17:6 & Deut. 19:15. We see the Law of 2 Witnesses all through the Bible. Example: Rev....

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Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?

Israel (the circumcision) was saved 'by' faith, but we today (the uncircumcision) may have salvation 'through' faith (Rom 3:30). Forgiveness of sin came by...

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

What did Jesus mean in John 14:18 when he said, "I will not leave you as orphans, I will come to you"?

In my opinion, Jesus was referring both to His coming resurrection, and to the abiding presence of God the Holy Spirit after Jesus' return to God the Father....

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Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

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James is speaking to the twelve tribes of Israel (James 1:1). Paul is speaking to us today (Rom 11:13).

July 17 2023

Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What are some good ways to follow and obey Jesus?

One word: LOVE! Galatians 5:14 "For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself." So simple, yet so hard to...

July 17 2023 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Should a widow remarry?

Comment:
Nice and concise, Singapore! I liked your first 2 commands the best: 1. To marry (1 Tim 5:14; Heb. 13:4; 1 Cor 7. 2. To bear children (1 Tim 5:14; Gen. 1:28)...

July 17 2023

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What did Jesus mean when he said, "I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you" in John 14?

John 14:18 -- 18 "I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you."

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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

Why are there so many different doctrines or sets of beliefs in Christianity?

2 Timothy 4:3: For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having...

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

How does predestination work as described by scripture?

How does predestination work as described in Scripture? The articulation of the doctrine of predestination depends entirely on the tradition embraced by the...

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How can I accept the kingdom as a little child thinks?

July 16 2023

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What does it mean to grieve / quench the Holy Spirit?

July 16 2023

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Can a Christian burn incense? What does the Bible say about burning incense?

July 16 2023

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Why should wives submit to their husbands?

July 16 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Why is not Paul concerned about baptizing those who heard his Gospel, when Jesus had commanded to baptize everyone to whom the gospel was preached?

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John truly did baptize with water, but there's now a more perfect way: Acts 18:24-26 "24 And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent...

July 16 2023

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What does the Bible say about fear?

July 16 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

What does the Bible say about fear?

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And one of my favorites, too, Joe! I just saw it online with this video from The Chosen TV series:...

July 16 2023

Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Who is my brother and sister?

Like Jesus said, "Whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.” In other words, Christians are my brothers and sisters....

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Answer by Rick Baugh , Follower of Christ cleverly disguised as a software engineer

How many years are between Jesus and Adam?

According to both the Hebrew calendar, which claims to set year numbers since creation, and the analysis of Bishop Usher of biblical chronologies, it was...

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Answer by Brother Paul , Paul's message in Eph 2 was to believers:

Why is not Paul concerned about baptizing those who heard his Gospel, when Jesus had commanded to baptize everyone to whom the gospel was preached?

Paul’s question in 1:13, “Were you baptized into the name of Paul?” led him to note that he had baptized very few people in Corinth. He saw this as a...

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Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Who is the "US" God is referring to in Genesis 3:22? Was He talking with someone else?

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"This cannot mean God was concerned that humanity had become like an angel or some other creature. Humankind was going to be like God if they sinned-knowing...

July 16 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What was the actual gospel they were preaching and would it be the same as Paul's gospel?

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JD, very accurate! Bridget, you are correct! To continue: As a result of Israel's blaspheming of the Spirit through the stoning death of Stephen, God offered...

July 16 2023

Answer by John Appelt

What is the book of Zechariah?

The book of Zechariah is one of the prophetic writings given when the Babylonian captivity had ended, and people of Israel had returned to the land....

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Comment by Deborah Adams

What did Jesus mean when He said, "..when you are old you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will lead you where you do not want to go"?

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This was an excellent commentary on this subject. Great insight. I learned so much from this. Amen as well to your conclusion. Our hope is in God's glory.

July 15 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What religion were Paul and Peter?

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Philippians 3:3-8 "3 For we are the circumcision, which worship God in the spirit, and rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh. 4 Though...

July 15 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Who is the "US" God is referring to in Genesis 3:22? Was He talking with someone else?

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Yes! See parallel passages about the Trinity. "You have a similar 'dialogue' recorded in Genesis 3:22; 11:7, and see Isaiah 6:8." Wiersbe

July 15 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Who was Achish in the Bible?

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Good 2 examples in your comment (reply), Tim. Thanks.

July 15 2023

Answer by Brother Paul , Paul's message in Eph 2 was to believers:

Why didn't Jesus use the empty wine jugs leftover from the wine that had already been consumed to do the miracle at Cana?

Greetings Notice the following: John 2:10, ‘You have kept the good wine until now!’ Question: Would you put good wine in old wine sacks or used jugs? NO. As...

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Comment by Brother Paul , Paul's message in Eph 2 was to believers:

How should the church address a couple who is living together?

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Greetings Mark It has been good to discuss these things together. As we know, this discussion started in 1600’s following the reformation and forming the...

July 15 2023

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

Who was Achish in the Bible?

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Yes, but he would not be the only such Biblical figure. Long before him, for example, Moses killed an Egyptian who was injuring an Israelite and tried to...

July 15 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

What does the Bible say about demonic/satanic miracles?

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That person would in essence be giving glory to the god of this world (Satan) (2 Cor 4:4). This is why we are told in the next chapter to walk by faith and...

July 15 2023

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July 15 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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Good point Jack! Also, why would believing members of the church, the body of Christ, be subject to God's wrath during the tribulation if we have already...

July 15 2023

Comment by Murray Roulstone , A Watchman on the Wall

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

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Ephraem of Nisibis (306-373AD) was a prominent Christian theologian and writer, was born in Nisibis and served as a deacon. He said, and I quote, "For all...

July 15 2023

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What principles of successful service may we glean from the miraculous catch of fish?

July 15 2023

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How is "the name of the Lord a strong tower" for believers? Proverbs 18:10

July 15 2023

Comment by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

How should the church address a couple who is living together?

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Thank you brother Paul! It appears we're going to go around in circles. We disagree on some key points, but I respect your opinion and beliefs. Thank you for...

July 14 2023

Comment by Brother Paul , Paul's message in Eph 2 was to believers:

How should the church address a couple who is living together?

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Greetings, There is only one Body of Christ in the NT, it is the ekklesia, the One True Church. We agree. There are three mentions of the ekklesia, in the...

July 14 2023

Comment by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Who was Achish in the Bible?

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Would you say, then, Tim, that your second paragraph might describe David as exhibiting the phrase, "leave no survivors"?

July 14 2023