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Answer by Bongani Cele

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

I recently heard this statement with regards to this question. "We are meritly saved by grace, conditionally by faith and evidently by works" To get...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What was betrothal in biblical times?

"Biblical times" covers a broad section of history's timeline, since Bible history spans several thousand years and a number of cultures. Through those years...

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Answer by Bruce Lyon , Elder: Restoration Fellowship Assembly

Does the teaching on tithing in Malachi 3:9-10 apply to us today?

Followers of the lord Jesus are not under the O.T. tithing laws of the Old Covenant. However, we are to give generously as we see anyone in need of our help....

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Answer by JD Abshire

Why were people with physical defects disqualified from offering gifts or sacrifices to God in the Old Testament? (Leviticus 21: 16-21)

The Levitical sacrificial system was central in foreshadowing the ultimate, supreme sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ who offered himself for mans sin. Just...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Is cleanliness next to godliness?

The saying "cleanliness is next to godliness" does not appear in the Bible. The expression is an archaic proverb found in Babylonian and Hebrew religious...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Why does Amos keep repeating 'for three sins . . . even for four' in chapters 1-2?

The phrase "for three sins . . . even for four" is a common phrase in Amos (1:3, 6, 9, 11, 13; 2:1, 4, 6). Used a total of eight times in the book, these...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Is there a heavenly mother?

The Bible does not teach the existence of a "heavenly mother." God is the "heavenly Father" (Luke 11:2). The church is pictured as a bride, loved by Christ...

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Question by David Killick

Why were people with physical defects disqualified from offering gifts or sacrifices to God in the Old Testament? (Leviticus 21: 16-21)

The following instructions applied to the Levite priest: 16 Then the Lord said to Moses, 17 “Give the following instructions to Aaron: In all future generat...

Leviticus 21:1 - 24

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Answer by Brian Chaplain

Is it ok to read the New testament first?

Certainly you can read the New Testament as ALL Scripture is "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction,...

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Question by Jonathan sillers , Samford University student, member at Church at Brook Hills

Can a person feel guilty every time they sin without the presence of the holy spirit in their heart?

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Answer by Shanna Duck , "Let a search be made in the royal archives..." Ezra 5:17 NIV

What are godly ways Christian women can discourage sexual harassment?

This may not be the most "Christian" answer you'll get, but it comes from my experiences with some really frightening men in a city library & in museums...

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Answer by Tim Thornton , Bible student, unprofitable servant

How, why, and when did Satan fall from heaven?

The fall of Satan occurred sometime before the fall of man. The fall from heaven or more accurately he was cast out and cast down to earth. Revelation...

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Question by Vin Smith , Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.

Was Ellen G. White a false prophetess?

Ellen G. White, in concert with the Millerites, founded a new church--the Seventh-day Adventists. When their predictions of Christ's Second Coming failed, t...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What is the Christian perspective on Goth? How should Christians view the Gothic movement?

A Christian's viewpoint on the Gothic / Emo movement should be avoidance of the culture's dark attitudes while still loving those involved in it. Yes, there...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What sort of careers can a Christian consider?

At times we think that Christians should aspire to "Christian careers" like working at a church or in a parachurch ministry. We may realize that Christians...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Should pastors be paid a salary?

A church should definitely provide for the financial needs of its pastor(s) and any other full-time ministers. First Corinthians 9:14 gives the church clear...

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop - Pastor & Bible Scholar

Should pastors make millions and live in houses worth millions of dollars?

There is nothing wrong with a pastor making money and living in the leafy suburbs of the city if God opens for him the resources for accessing that lifestyle...

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Answer by James Leo Kropf , retired pastor

What does the Bible say about playing the lottery?

Gambling may be considered a form of stealing. When one chooses to play the lottery, they are usually not playing with the purpose of giving someone else...

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Question by Anonymous

Should pastors make millions and live in houses worth millions of dollars?

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Answer by Larry Clay

Is the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) a good, biblical church?

The Church of God in Christ is a Bible-believing Evangelical church which teaches being born again through repentance and receiving Christ as Lord and...

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Question by patti jimison

Is it correct for Christians to condemn one for a gay lifestyle or is that God's Job?

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What are Ouija boards? Should a Christian play with Ouija boards?

The modern Ouija board was created in the late 1800s as interest in spiritualism grew. A Ouija board is simply a game board that has the alphabet, numerals,...

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Answer by Aaron Biggs , Child of The living Creator of All, learning and loving.

How do you know if it is God tugging at your heart and not the devil tempting you?

If there is confusion scripture tells us that God is not the author of confusion. Therefore when any event or issue tugs at your heart, you must ask what you...

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Question by Anonymous

What are godly ways Christian women can discourage sexual harassment?

Often it is a leer, a whistle or a remark. No matter how modestly a woman dresses she often has to endure this behaviour simply because she is deemed "less" ...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Why did the Israelites need manna if they had flocks/herds of animals that they could eat?

In Exodus 9:1-7, the Bible tells us that the children of Israel had cattle or livestock while living as slaves in Egypt. And in Exodus 12:30-31, Pharaoh...

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Answer by Casper Mcconnell , Casper the Irish

Why is sexual purity so important?

Lets look at it also from a human point of view. Sex is used to make babies, and as a father of four I can tell you that is a real high (making love for...

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Answer by Heather Willcockson

Does the Bible say that an increase in technology is a sign of the end times?

I have seen nothing in the bible that even mentions the word technology, let alone an increase in it being a sign of the end times. There is, however,...

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Answer by Christine LaRocca , Retired Business Owner

Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?

Hello. The Book of Galatians was written to those who were not understanding what grace is and to those who insisted we keep the law. (It is impossible for...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What is the Church Age? Where does the Church Age fit in biblical history?

An "age" is an historical period of time or an era. Some historians divide human history into many epochs and name them according to their defining...

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Answer by Vin Smith , Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.

How do you know if it is God tugging at your heart and not the devil tempting you?

By the accuracy of the tug's contents. If the message you seem to be receiving contains any untruth, it is not from God. "Sanctify them in the truth; your...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

Are Christians going to remain in the clouds with Christ forever according to 1 Thessalonians 4:17?

The first sentence is a reference to the rapture. The second sentence is simply what will happen after the rapture. We will be raptured up to meet the Lord...

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Answer by Seth Freeman

Where is God now? Where is God when it hurts?

I think this is a very important question, and one that many Believers find themselves enduring through a crisis of faith when they no longer "feel" the Holy...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What sort of New Year's Resolution should a Christian make?

The practice of making New Year's resolutions goes back over 3,000 years to the ancient Babylonians. There is just something about the start of a new year...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What is the true meaning of Christmas?

The true meaning of Christmas is love. John 3:16-17 says, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What should we learn from the life of Nehemiah?

Ezra and Nehemiah were contemporaries, and they both wrote about the rebuilding of Jerusalem, which occurred many years after its destruction by the...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What will be the 'one world religion' of the end times?

The one-world religion described in Revelation 17:1-18 as "the great harlot" will be part of the end-times scenario. The term harlot is used throughout the...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What is Kinism?

Kinism is one branch of a diverse series of religious movements that promote racial segregation. This movement is based in Christianity and, for the most...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Is there any significance to colors in the Bible?

While it is a mistake to ascribe some kind of spiritual/mystical message to every mention of a color in the Bible, there are definitely patterns of symbolism...

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Answer by Jim Tumlinson , One beggar leading others to where the bread is

Is the grace of God for everybody?

Yes, this verse helps us see it quite clearly Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. NIV As mentioned above grace...

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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What is truth?

Almost two thousand years ago, Truth was put on trial and judged by people who were devoted to lies. In fact, Truth faced six trials in less than one full...

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Answer by Jim Tumlinson , One beggar leading others to where the bread is

What is truth?

Good question even Pilot asked the same though the truth was in front of him and he did not recognize Him. John 18:38 Pilate saith unto him, What is truth?...

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What is the meaning and significance of the crown of thorns?

After Jesus' sham trials and subsequent flogging, and before He was crucified, the Roman soldiers "twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on His head....

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Do angels sing?

Job 38:7 tells us that during the creation of the world, "the morning stars sang together and all the angels shouted for joy." Revelation 5:11-13 declares,...

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Answer by Emo Tenorio , Shomer

What are tassels in Numbers 15:38-39?

I submit that the tassels (tzitzit) are the hanging threads interwoven with a blue thread knotted together and found on the four wings or corners of a prayer...

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Question by Hayongo Hamanjanji

Are Christians going to remain in the clouds with Christ forever according to 1 Thessalonians 4:17?

"After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the L...

1 Thessalonians 4:17

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries

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Where is God now? Where is God when it hurts?

The Bible teaches that God reigns over the nations from His holy throne in heaven (Psalm 47:8; Isaiah 6:1, 66:1; Hebrews 4:16). Even though we know that...

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Answer by Brandon Hughes , Regular Worker Guy

Where is God now? Where is God when it hurts?

Where is God when it hurts? He is still there. As C.S. Lewis puts it in his book "A Grief Observed", maybe it is our own frantic crying that deafens us to...

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Answer by Heather Willcockson

Can playing musical intruments and singing in choirs be regarded as a ministry?

The fact of the matter is that it can be considered ministry, and that it is ministry. For many, it could be the only thing they have that they can give back...

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Question by Hailey Jones

How do you know if it is God tugging at your heart and not the devil tempting you?

Sometimes it is hard to tell the difference.

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Answer by Deineria Richardson

Why did God let my house burn down in a fire?

The scriptures says in 1Kings-12:24 Thus saith the LORD, for this thing is from me,. My doing. God is the alpha & omega the beginning and the end....

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