If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?
Because being part of the "elect" does not make you any less human and capable of falling into sin. If that were the case, then I don't think any one living...
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Edward Hunter
What does neighbor mean in the Bible?
I think I'm doing well, because I always try to do unto others as I would have them do unto me. However, the Almighty will be the final judge of that. I...
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Michael Rice
If Peter was part of the elect, why would Jesus pray that his faith would not fail?
Jesus did not want Peter to "fail" to have faith in His ability and willingness to forgive him and restore him. Jesus knows that we will always fail in some...
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Michael Owens
How was the Bible itself put together and by whom?
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness 2 Timothy 3:16...
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Cheryl Cole
How does one know if God is fighting those that try to make it hard for His children?
I think God is leaving the fighting to us.....but our weapons are not worldly but spiritual and mighty and our enemy is not people but spirits and...
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Colin Wong
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Why do so many of us still struggle with temptation and desires to sin if we're not controlled by our sinful nature anymore?
I wonder if perhaps the NLT translation is a bit more liberal than normal in adding interpretation to this verse. ESV - You, however, are not in the flesh...
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Anonymous
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Colin Wong
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How was the Bible itself put together and by whom?
The word "Bible" originated from Koine Greek (τὰ βιβλία, tà biblía, "the books"). It was what early Christians referred to as their "holy books". The Old...
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Anonymous
What does the Bible say about masturbation?
I am an older woman but still have strong desire along those lines. I am married but my husband has not been interested in that for many years. He wants me...
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Felicia Nelson
How does one know if God is fighting those that try to make it hard for His children?
Punishment comes to the unjust in many ways. Sometimes it may come through finances, always being bound (strongholds in their life). We as humans look at...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What are the beatitudes?
The Beatitudes are the eight declarations of blessedness spoken by Jesus at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:3-12), each beginning with...
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Jeff Lawhead
What situation was David going through when he wrote Psalm 42?
Psalms 42:1 - 11
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Joann Schlachter
What scripture(s) speak on why God made people with different skin color?
Unfortunately, and maybe fortunately the Bible is not a biology or a history book as some would propose. It is a collection of books telling and retelling...
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My Cup Overflows
What scripture(s) speak on why God made people with different skin color?
God's creative design when He made all living things is evident in its diversity. We all have variations within our DNA. So do animals. Even plants can be...
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Jason Winn
, Co-Founder, eBible
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Is there significance to Jesus using the word "little" in Luke 12:32?
Most translations put this as "little flock". Why did Jesus not just say "my flock"? Was Jesus trying to get a point across by using "little"?
Luke 12:32
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Matthew Watts
, digital strategist proclaiming Jesus by all means possible.
What does neighbor mean in the Bible?
In college I was always asking God, "what do you want me to do?" When I read the question, "what is the greatest commandment?" I thought to myself - ah,...
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My Cup Overflows
How was the Bible itself put together and by whom?
Clement (c.95 or 96),Bishop of Rome, wrote the earliest non-canonical Christian work which received almost canonical status near the end of 2nd century....
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Anonymous
What does neighbor mean in the Bible?
The word neighbor is listed many times in the Bible, but there is no description as to what it means. Jesus said to love thy neighbor as thyself is the seco...
Matthew 22:39
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Anonymous
What does the Bible say about masturbation?
One of the ways in which we can honor and glorify God is by keeping ourselves pure for our future spouses, loving them before we've even married them or met...
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My Cup Overflows
What is the difference between a temptation and a test?
I think of it like this: A test is usually a difficult situation that challenges you (ie. faith, character, resolve, etc.) and a temptation is something that...
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Anonymous
How does one know if God is fighting those that try to make it hard for His children?
In the day of judgement ALL will be judged for their works. The wicked will be cast into darkness (Hell), the righteous will go to be with The Lord for...
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Anonymous
How does one know if God is fighting those that try to make it hard for His children?
It may seem as such on this earth because we as humans expect immediate action to be taken on any issue, but all evil will be dealt with in God's time. I...
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My Cup Overflows
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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How to deal with being anxious?
The Bible has a lot to say about anxiety, but the word itself may not be found all that often. In the English Standard Version, it is used 8 times. In the...
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Chris Eleam
, Chris Eleam
How to deal with being anxious?
Having the joy of Jehovah, we possess God-given freedom from overwhelming anxiety. “Do not be anxious over anything,” said Paul, “but in everything by prayer...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about masturbation?
The Bible never explicitly mentions masturbation or states whether or not masturbation is a sin. The Scripture most frequently pointed to in regards to...
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Anonymous
What happened to Ezekiel's prophecy of 40 years of utter desolation and Egyptian exile?
The Judgment on Egypt by Nebuchadnezzar; though about to Be Restored after Forty Years, It Was Still to Be in a State of Degradation. Worldly, carnal minds...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
What is the difference between a temptation and a test?
A test pulls you up, while a temptation pulls you down. In terms of school, say you have a grade of 5. If you pass a test, your grade goes up to 8. If you...
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James Ross
How do we marry Evangelism with Materialism in the contemporary world?
We have as a society become some consume with things that many have forgotten the true essence of being a Christian. Too many people are caught up in the...
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Seth Freeman
Why wouldn't Edom let them pass?
1. To their jealousy of the Israelites; they feared they should receive promises. And truly, had this numerous army been under any other discipline and...
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Leon Penny
, Minister, Retired medical practioner. Special interest in
Why wouldn't Edom let them pass?
Edom (Esau) was Jacob's(Israel) twin brother, and as you know Jacob stole Esau"s inheritance. Esau left to establish Edomite territories( Edom). Animosity...
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Anonymous
How does one know if God is fighting those that try to make it hard for His children?
I know the word says He will fight those that go against us, but it doesn't seem like it because too often evil get away with their plot. It seems the wicked...
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My Cup Overflows
Why does Jesus pray for the saved and not the world when God loves everyone?
Some things are difficult to understand, but the fact that God loved the whole world and sent His only Son to make a way for them to be saved is not one if...
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Chris Eleam
, Chris Eleam
Can a Christian lose salvation?
Many insist that the Scriptures say: “He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life.” (John 3:36, King James Version) Therefore, they conclude that once...
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Anonymous
Why wouldn't Edom let them pass?
Would it be that Moses smote the rock rather than spake to it?
Numbers 20:18 - 21
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Chris Bray
How do we marry Evangelism with Materialism in the contemporary world?
Materialism and consumerism have become toxins both in our culture and in our churches. When I think about Jesus and the rich, young ruler, I agree with...
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Benita Randolph
Why should wives submit to their husbands?
Most of the responses that I've read from this post, seems you all are negating what Christ said to the man,which is to love your wife like Christ love the...
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Ben Ting
Why does a man dying suddenly beside you defile your consecrated head?
Perhaps zooming out a bit to have a bird's eye view on all the commandments & precepts ordained by God in the OT for the Israelites to obey in order to...
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Mary Kilbride
Why does Jesus pray for the saved and not the world when God loves everyone?
I have struggled with that scripture for a long time. My sister believes it "proves" predestination and that some are going to be saved, and some are not. It...
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Quentin Platt
Are there commandments that can be ignored but still enable us to enter into eternal life?
It turns out this question is quite layered, so I will dissect it and do my best to give a straight forward answer. Transgression of any part of the law is...
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Jude Allen
Why does Jesus pray for the saved and not the world when God loves everyone?
Jesus was actually praying specifically for his disciples in that verse. It does not implicate that He did not love the rest of the world, but He knew what...
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Anonymous
Can I be fully healed and made whole?
"And all things, whatsoever you shall ask in prayer, believing, you shall receive" Matthew 21:22 ask for a full healing and believe for one and u shall...
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Patricia Teck
Why is an unbelieving husband made holy because of his wife?
I look at the sanctification of my husband as if he is living under the same umbrella of protection provided to me by my faith in Christ Jesus. He gets the...
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Patricia Teck
Should a Christian wife submit to an unsaved, non-believing husband who does not know how to love his wife as Christ loves the church?
I agree and Amen!! The Holy Spirit works in amazing ways when we live and love and walk in Christ. I have seen these amazing interventions in my own...
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Randal Kay
How do we marry Evangelism with Materialism in the contemporary world?
I would say we can't marry the two. In its truest sense, at least in the USA, materialism is a god unto itself. The better question would be, "How do we live...
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Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
Why does a man dying suddenly beside you defile your consecrated head?
This portion of scripture gives detailed instructions for those that took the Nazarite vow, which separated them from lay people for priestly service under...
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Sandee Clement