Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
It has been suggested by some people that this verse is teaching that if a Christian today "falls away" from their faith that not only will the Holy Spirit...
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Raymond Cooper
How did people worship in the early church?
The Bible records in Acts hat the apostles and the church worshipped on SabbatH ( Saturday the seventh day of the week ) nor does it record any change to...
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Meluleki Maphosa
Can we believe in God without believing in the Bible?
Forgive me my friend if this may sound arrogant, but it is all intended for good: We can ask this question, "Can I know my father without my mother telling...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
Hebrews 6:4-6 states, "For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted the heavenly gift, and have become partakers of the Holy...
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Meluleki Maphosa
Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
Try this version (The Message Bible) (Heb 6:4) Once people have seen the light, gotten a taste of heaven and been part of the work of the Holy Spirit, (Heb...
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Meluleki Maphosa
What does Job 14:4 mean by "Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean..."?
(Job 14:4) Nothing clean can ever come from anything as unclean as human beings.(GNB). Job is simply admitting that of ourselves we can do nothing good. Our...
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Meluleki Maphosa
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
The parable of the wedding garment is quite helpful in view, to this question. Everyone is invited, even those that thought they did not qualify. Everyone is...
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Meluleki Maphosa
Why do we need to pray?
True prayer is inspired by the Holy Spirit to vocalise those thoughts that God wants us to think. Prayer was designed by God to lift our thoughts to meet His...
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Meluleki Maphosa
Why do many worship and do Sabbath on Sunday instead of Saturday?
Just thought I could add to this debate with the facts below: Check the sources for yourself. These days its very easy with the internet. Q. How prove you...
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Bob Kee
How did people worship in the early church?
The early church was comprised of converts from Judaism. As Jewish worship followed a certain order or liturgy, the early Christians would have used that as...
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Don Watson
Are there any active Christian movements (groups) similar to the Jesus movement?
No, not aware of any groups active as they were in the 70's. However, contact Calvary Chapel, where Chuck Smith is the Senior Pastor....
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Sarah Newcomb
What does Job 14:4 mean by "Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean..."?
It means garbage in, garbage out to put it bluntly. If your holy on the inside you'll be holy on the outside, if your unholy on the inside you won't be able...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the difference between praise and worship?
Understanding the difference between praise and worship can bring a new depth to the way we honor the Lord. Throughout the Bible, the commands to "praise the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who is the son of perdition?
The title "son of perdition" is used twice in the New Testament, first in John 17:12 and again in 2 Thessalonians 2:3. The phrase simply means "man doomed to...
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Julie N
Are there any active Christian movements (groups) similar to the Jesus movement?
Does anyone know of any active Christian movements (groups) similar to the Jesus movement (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesus_movement) online or anywhere?
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Can a child who is conceived out of wedlock be saved?
In Deuteronomy 23:2, the Mosaic Law says, "The child begotten out of wedlock or incest shall not enter into the congregation of the Lord; even to his tenth...
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Julie N
How did people worship in the early church?
Did they have alters, candles, incense, or music?
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Marty Thomas
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
The bible is clear that our salvation is through Jesus Christ on the cross and our belief in Him. It is also very clear that we will be judged before Him for...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the difference between a Christian and a disciple?
The terms disciple and Christian are related but not synonymous. The Greek term for "disciple" in the New Testament is mathetes, which means more than just...
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D W
What is the difference between a Christian and a disciple?
My preference is to identify the 12 as Apostles, the 70 or so as disciples. I believe that distinction is important in clarifying the relationship to others....
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D W
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
Salvation is by grace through faith, the gift of God, No "works" preceding salvation are involved. Works follow salvaton, as we witness to what has happened...
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Seth Freeman
How do we know that God is good and Satan is evil?
Philosophically speaking, God is defined as a maximally perfect being. God is the greatest possible being. It's odd to think about, but God has no potential....
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Anonymous
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
This is my opinion because it is God's opinion according to these verses. James 2:18-26 -But someone will say, “You have faith and I have works.” Show me...
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Seth Freeman
What does the Bible say about modern day secular music?
Musical notes are amoral. There is no inherent moral value in the sound waves that musical instruments generate. The moral value comes in when lyrics are...
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Seth Freeman
Why did God kill people in the flood when He told us not to kill in the Bible?
A better translation of the 6th commandment is not "kill", but "murder". There is a big difference between killing and murder. Murder is always wrong,...
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Seth Freeman
Can we believe in God without believing in the Bible?
Well Jesus never said to believe in the Bible because well, there wasn't really a Bible at the time now was there ;) Salvation comes through Christ, and...
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James Chacko
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
You are saved by grace by faith. Nothing can be added to it. Jesus work of redemption is total and complete. The judgement of the believer when he stands...
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Martin Van Dyk
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
Question: If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds/works? (another) Question: Why separate 'faith' and 'works'? The book of...
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Jeff Hammond
In what name or names are we to be baptized in?
It seems that there is a triune name that expresses the identity of our triune God i.e. Lord Jesus Christ. Lord (translation of JHVH), Jesus (the name the...
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Jim New
, Just a follower of Jesus Christ and him only!
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
Gods word is very clear about this- the book of James 2:24-26 says "faith without works(deeds) is dead" gotta have both. Where most Christians get confused...
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Brian Stewart
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
17 Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit.18 A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can...
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Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
What does Job 14:4 mean by "Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean..."?
The context of this entire passage is a lament by Job regarding the limitations and the futility of man regarding his own destiny and the ability to save...
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Justin Adams
Can we believe in God without believing in the Bible?
John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through...
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Brandon Hughes
, Regular Worker Guy
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
In short, no; but if we trust in our good works we will be judged by them and rightly condemned. Sola fide, faith alone.
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the origin of Valentine's Day, and should Christians celebrate it?
The first Valentine was posted around 1806. Almost one billion Valentine's Day cards are sent each year on or near February 14 with females purchasing 85% of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is feng shui? Should a Christian practice feng shui?
Feng shui, which literally means "wind-water," is an ancient Chinese system of aesthetics believed to use the laws heaven and earth (astronomy and geography)...
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Anonymous
Can we believe in God without believing in the Bible?
I am asking this because my Pastor told me today that Jesus never said to believe in the bible but to believe in him Jesus and God. I thought the Bible is t...
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Charles Crabtree
If we are saved by faith in Jesus, will we still be judged by our deeds or works?
How can Jesus say that the believers are given eternal life and are beyond judgement, then turn around five verses later and say we are judged by works? ...
John 5:24 - 29
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the key to witnessing to Mormons?
As a preface to this answer, please see our article on Mormonism and what Mormons believe. As Christians, we always want to use the Bible and its timeless...
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D W
What is the key to witnessing to Mormons?
Buy the book "One Nation Under Gods" by Richard Abanes. Take a month of daily readings to familiarize yourself with its content. Write down some of what you...
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D W
What is the difference between Christianity and Judaism?
Judaism is a religion. Christianity is not.
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the difference between Christianity and Judaism?
Of the major world religions, Christianity and Judaism are likely the most similar. Christianity and Judaism both believe in one God who is almighty,...
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Anonymous
What is the difference between Messiah and Savior?
Who made the choice to use the word "Christ," which is the Greek word for Messiah? Would not "Jesus" have been more appropriate for translators in translatin...
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Barbara Tilley
Is saying OMG or words like 'geez' still taking the Lord's name in vain?
well I may be silly but I thought geez was short for gee whiz. And when I say OMG I say Oh My Gosh. Yes, I do think Oh My God is taking the Lord's name in...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Does a person have to attend church to go to heaven?
Salvation is found in Christ. "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal...
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William Hawthorn
, Foriegn Missions Director
How can we know if a person is saved?
I was not put on earth to judge or question my wife's (or anyone's ) salvation. My first wife died and my father (earthly), an evangelist, introduced me to...
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Denise Burkhart
Is speaking in tongues evidence for having the Holy Spirit?
I believe that speaking in toungs is not the only way to know if the spirit is with you. In Cor. 12 - 14 talks all about ALL OF THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT....
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
How can we know if a person is saved?
I am assuming that your husband does not actively deny God or you probably would not be asking. If he does, then there is a greater battle to be waged by the...
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José luis Torres De La Piedra
, José Luis Torres. Student. Cranes Specialist
How can we know if a person is saved?
By faith. John 3:16. It's not in our jurisdiction but God loves and final desicion.