Should Christians go to doctors?
I feel so sorry for the children who die because their parents do exactly what Michael said in the first sentence of his answer. The Word-Faith movement is...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the biblical stance on artificial insemination?
Artificial insemination, also known as intrauterine insemination (IUI), is a medical procedure in which a man's sperm is implanted in a woman's uterus at...
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Vin Smith
, Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.
Why were the people of God in the Old Testament lacking in faith?
...Really fine answers to these questions. Spirit filled. I would add one more item. The Hebrew people were a a stiff-necked people. The Old Testament tells...
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Vin Smith
, Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.
Is self-centeredness the root of all sin?
This is a very intriguing question… Considering that many have given great thought to examining the roots of evil, let’s take a look at a famous...
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Frederick Thomas
, Rom 3:4 ...let God be true...
Is self-centeredness the root of all sin?
Self-centeredness or it’s about me Jas_4:3 When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you may spend what you get on your...
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Faith Cross
, Pastor/Line Supervisor at a car parts factory
Are Jews saved because they are God's chosen people?
The people of the Jewish nation must come to God through faith in Christ, just like the people of every other nation. God Chose Abraham to be the father of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is a spiritual leader?
There are several definitions for spiritual leader, and the term brings to mind different things to different people. Some think of a spiritual leader as a...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who were the Sadducees and the Pharisees?
The Gospels refer often to the Sadducees and Pharisees, as Jesus was in constant conflict with them. The Sadducees and Pharisees comprised the ruling class...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who was Baal?
Baal was the name of the supreme god worshiped in ancient Canaan and Phoenicia. The practice of Baal worship infiltrated Jewish religious life during the...
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Mike Henson
How can we recognize the voice of God?
Isaiah 8:20 To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them. God speaks to us from His...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about consecration?
In the Bible the word consecration means "the separation of oneself from things that are unclean, especially anything that would contaminate one's...
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JD Abshire
If Adam and Eve had no knowledge of good and evil, how could they know it was wrong to disobey God and eat the fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil?
Genesis 2:17 " But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it!: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die."...
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David Robinson
, Army 1SG, firefighter, consultant (CFPS) - retired from all!
What does the Bible say about Christian tithing? Should a Christian tithe?
It just may be the case (and I believe it is) that our definition of the tithe is too narrow. All the comments I have read above (some very insightful) look...
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Jim Tumlinson
, One beggar leading others to where the bread is
If I do not forgive others, does that mean my sins are not forgiven?
Firstly you were forgiven before you were born, the reason Jesus went to the cross. Your name was written in the lambs book of life, to get it removed you...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about holy water?
The Bible is silent about holy water the way it is used today. For baptism, Matthew 3:11 speaks of "baptizing with water for repentance," with nothing in the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why is a bronze serpent used to save the Israelites in Numbers 21:8-9?
Throughout the wilderness wanderings of the Israelites, God was constantly teaching them things about Himself and about their own sinfulness. He brought them...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What was the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah?
The biblical account of Sodom and Gomorrah is recorded in Genesis chapters 18-19. Genesis chapter 18 records the Lord and two angels coming to speak with...
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JD Abshire
What did Jesus mean by "generation" in Mark 8:12?
According to Strong's, the Greek word is ge-ne-ä'. The outline of Biblical usage is : I. fathered, birth, nativity II. that which has been begotten, men of...
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Kip Edwards
What is the significance of the blind man seeing tree-like people walking in Mark 8:22-25?
This is so interesting to me. It doesn't seem likely that Jesus would have botched his first attempt to heal this man (I don't think we see this anywhere els...
Mark 8:22 - 25
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Kip Edwards
What did Jesus mean by "generation" in Mark 8:12?
In this passage Jesus refers to "this generation" as the generation that seeks signs from God, but we know that even today people desire signs from heaven th...
Mark 8:11 - 12
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Ezekiel Kimosop - Pastor & Bible Scholar
Where would I be if Adam and Eve had not disobeyed God?
What would happen if Adam did not eat the fruit offered to him by Eve? There are a two implications to this question. First, God could have in his infinite...
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Tom howard
, Contender of the Faith
Are Jews saved because they are God's chosen people?
“Then said he to the multitude that came forth to be baptized of him, O generation of vipers, who has warned you to flee from the wrath to come? Bring forth...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Are Jews saved because they are God's chosen people?
Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but by Me" (John 14:6). The "no one" He referred to includes Jews and...
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Aija Brauvere
What does the Bible say about dying, seeing heaven and returning to life?
First of all “believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God” (1 John 4:1). Many people deceive themselves by believing in any thought...
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April Trout
Did Sarah sleep with Pharaoh when she was taken to his palace?
Did Sarah sleep with Pharaoh? No. Genesis 20:6 "And God said to him (pharaoh, Abimelech) in a dream, “Yes, I know that you did this in the integrity of your...
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D C
What does the Bible say about MLM (multi-level marketing)?
Here's a different take on it...Being a committed follower of Jesus Christ for over 20 years and being involved in MLM for 10 years (not currently) and...
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Vin Smith
, Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.
What is Transcendent Causal Reality?
Transcendent Causal Reality can be described as a process to reach a level of reality that is not ordinarily achieved by the majority of mankind. A more...
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Judy Jentz
, Christian, Lay Person Who Studys God's Living Word
Does God killing people make Him a murderer?
We must remember that this world and everything in it is God's. He created it all and it all belongs to Him.God has a plan and His plan is for the good of...
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Kenneth Heck
What does Creation 'ex nihilo' mean?
The doctrine of "creation ex nihilo" has made any reconciliation between science and religion truly difficult. In Heb. 11:3 it is only stated that "the...
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Vin Smith
, Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.
Why did God put the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil in Eden?
The basic foundation upon which mankind's existence has always been anchored is freewill. At the Creation of this world, there had already been war in...
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Phillip Ramirez
, Actor-Musician-Bible Student
What is the meaning of the word "Hallelujah"?
The name "Jah" is a poetic shortened form of Jehovah, the name of the Most High God. (Ex 15:1, 2) This abbreviated form is represented by the first half of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is a blessing according to the Bible?
A blessing, according to Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, is "the act or words of one that blesses," or "a thing conducive to happiness or welfare."...
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Seth Freeman
Can a person feel guilty every time they sin without the presence of the holy spirit in their heart?
Absolutely. All of us are created in the Image of God. Part of being human is having an innate sense of morality. Just think for a minute what this world...
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Seth Freeman
If I was the one who committed adultery should I divorce my spouse?
Absolutely not. If you were the spouse that committed adultery, you need to repent, ask your spouse for forgiveness, and seek restoration. If your spouse...
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Seth Freeman
What does the Bible say about dying, seeing heaven and returning to life?
At the very least you're right in that you can't find support to disprove near death experiences (NDE) in Scripture. But then again, you won't find anything...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is reprobation? What does it mean to be reprobate?
"Reprobation" is the term used to describe those who by default are left in their fallen human nature to sin and to be eternally damned. It can be the only...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Should a Christian be interested in conspiracy theories?
Who killed JFK? What is the Illuminati? Was there equipment on the space shuttle that caused earthquakes? If God reveals the answer to any of these...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the greatest commandment?
Jesus was asked this very question by a Pharisee who was considered to be "an expert in the law" (Matthew 22:34-36). Jesus answered by saying, "Love the Lord...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What happened on the Mount of Olives?
The Mount of Olives, sometimes referred to as "Olivet" in the KJV (2 Samuel 15:30; Acts 1:12) or "the mount facing Jerusalem" (1 Kings 11:7), is a ridge...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What are the beliefs of Jesus only / oneness Pentecostals?
The "Jesus Only" movement, also known as Oneness Pentecostalism or oneness theology, teaches that there is only one God, but denies the tri-unity of God. In...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the New American Standard Bible (NASB)?
New American Standard Bible - History The New American Standard Bible (NASB) has evolved from the American Standard Version (ASV) of 1901. The ASV, in turn,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the New English Translation (NET)?
New English Translation - HistoryThe New English Translation is a free online English translation of the Bible, sponsored by the Biblical Studies Foundation...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Is there a possibility that all Christian denominations will come together as one?
It is possible and I hope it will happen in my lifetime. The Catholic Church has been promoting interfaith dialogues with Christian denominations since 1965....
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Andrew Osakue
, Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader
What are some reasons for the animosity between Christians and Muslims? Can Christians reconcile with Muslims?
I believe the two religions are controlled by different spirits; the spirit of Christ and the spirit of anti Christ. As such, the anti Christ spirit will...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Is the personal prophecy concept biblical?
There are some within the Christian faith, predominantly in Charismatic/Pentecostal churches, who view/practice the gift of prophecy as giving personal...
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Jim Tumlinson
, One beggar leading others to where the bread is
If I was the one who committed adultery should I divorce my spouse?
No and again I say no. Marriage is the highest form of relationship there is, and there are far more repercussions than what people consider a simple...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is deontological ethics / deontology?
Deontology or deontological ethics is the study of moral duty and is one of the major categories of normative ethics. It teaches that ethical behavior starts...