Top Questions See All
  1. What does the Bible teach about the futility of fighting against God?
  2. How we can we show respect to liars, murderers, or anyone who breaks the law?
  3. Does God hide his face from us? (Psalm 27:9)


Explore Topics
  1. This Weeks Hot Topics
Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Who is the beast of Revelation?

During the future tribulation period, the world will be ruled by a godless man presiding over an evil governmental system. The Bible associates this...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What is the historicist interpretation of the book of Revelation?

In philosophy, historicism is an approach to history that assigns a particular meaning to an event according to that event's context within the arc of...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Who was Lazarus in the Bible?

There are two men called Lazarus in the Bible. The first Lazarus is the subject of a story told by Jesus (Luke 16:19-31). Lazarus was very poor, probably...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Is the Adam and Eve story to be understood literally?

Let us assume for a moment that theAdam and Eve story is not to be understood literally. What would be the result? Would Christianity remain essentially the...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What does it mean to be empathic?

The word empath comes from the word empathy, which is defined as "the ability to understand and share the feelings of another." An empathetic person is one...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Is it true that the bodies of some saints are incorruptible?

The Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches believe that the dead bodies of some of the saints remain miraculously incorruptible, that is, their bodies...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Is same-sex attraction a sin?

In Matthew 5:27-28, Jesus equates lust with adultery. This establishes a biblical principle: if it is a sin to do something, it is also a sin to desire to do...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What is the difference between the manifest presence of the Holy Spirit and God's omnipresence?

God's omnipresence is His attribute of being everywhere at once. He is omnipresent even when we do not experience His presence; He is here, even if we do not...

February 03 2016 3 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What is the meaning of federal headship?

In theology, federal headship is one theory used to explain imputation-how Adam's sin was imputed to all his descendants and how Christ's righteousness was...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What is the hand of Hamsa?

The Hamsa (also spelled Khamsa) is a Middle Eastern amulet supposedly symbolizing the "Hand of God." The Hamsa is shaped like an open hand and is used as a...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Why is praying for others important?

Praying for others-and this applies to prayer in general-is an easy thing to question. Why should we pray if God already has our best interests at heart? He...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Does God hear my prayers?

God hears everything, including prayers. He is God. Nothing gets by Him (Psalm 139:1-4). He is sovereign over everything He created (Isaiah 46:9-11). So the...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What does the Bible say about saving for retirement?

The Bible does not specifically mention saving for retirement, per se, and it doesn't mention 401(k) plans, IRAs, or the like. However, the Bible does speak...

February 03 2016 1 Comments Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Are tarot cards evil?

Tarot cards are associated with divination-unlocking the secrets of the future by occult, supernatural means. Divination is strictly prohibited in the Bible....

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Does the Bible say anything about making a second marriage a success?

Abraham is the only person in the Bible who is specifically described as remarrying after the death of a spouse (Genesis 25:1), but the Bible nowhere...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

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

Does Jesus have more mercy, compassion, and empathy than God the Father?

It took love and mercy that only God could possess to provide humanity, despite its universal sin and evil, with a means to nevertheless have eternal life...

February 03 2016 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bruce Morgan

What is the meaning behind the eleven stars in Joseph's dream?

Joseph's father says exactly what the dream means in Gen 37:10 and refuses to believe it. Young Joseph, having already angered his older brothers by their...

February 03 2016 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Lori Cypher

Should we forgive those who sin against us even if they do not ask for forgiveness nor regret nor repent?

Our society today confuses "forgiveness" with "reconciliation". We absolutely MUST forgive another, whether or not they repent and ask for forgiveness, BUT...

February 03 2016 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Andrew Osakue , Ex: Chief T. Officer, Fish Farmer, Bible Teacher, Men Leader

Does Jesus have more mercy, compassion, and empathy than God the Father?

I and my father are one. Jn 10:30. So we cannot separate them in a true sense. Jesus is the expression of God the father's love. Jn 3:16. Jesus is the...

February 03 2016 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Award for S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Feed Silver Apostle award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 favorites.

See Answer:
What are the covenants in the Bible?

February 03 2016

Answer by Dinganie Soko

Should we forgive those who sin against us even if they do not ask for forgiveness nor regret nor repent?

As recipients of salvation through grace, we have an obligation to forgive others regardless of whether they have asked for forgiveness or not and whether...

February 03 2016 10 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Award for Moses Sakala

Feed Silver Evangelist award!

Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.

See Answer:
Should a Christian attend the wedding of a gay couple?

February 03 2016

Award for Paul Okpokowuruk

Feed Silver Teacher award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.

See Answer:
Are Jesus and Satan brothers?

February 03 2016

Award for S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Feed Silver Teacher award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.

See Answer:
What is Mythicism?

February 03 2016

Award for S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Feed Silver Teacher award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.

See Answer:
How many times has Jerusalem been destroyed?

February 03 2016

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

Why does God seem so angry with the women described in Isaiah 3:16-24?

From the wording of the passage, it appears to me that God is angry with them because their behavior is indicative of pride, superficiality, and...

February 03 2016 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

What is the story of Joseph and his brothers?

Joseph was the second youngest of twelve brothers born to Jacob, who was called Israel. In Genesis 37:3-4 we read, "Now Israel loved Joseph more than any of...

February 03 2016 Follow Vote Up

Award for Deborah Blevins Ball

Feed Silver Evangelist award!

Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.

See Answer:
What does the fourth commandment mean?

February 03 2016

Award for Vicki Little

Feed Silver Evangelist award!

Criterion: 5 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.

See Answer:
Is it wrong for a couple to live together before marriage? Does God have one specific person for you to marry?

February 03 2016

Answer by Steven Best , Former mil intel analyst, chiropractor & Bible Teacher

Would remarriage after a divorce still be considered adultery if abuse is involved?

I once wrestled long and hard with this, being a health practitioner and a Christian Bible teacher, who was often cornered with the question. I prayerfully...

February 02 2016 4 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Why did God lead the people by a roundabout way to the Red Sea?

I believe there were three primary reasons for this. As indicated by the verse cited in the question, even though there was clear evidence of God's presence...

February 02 2016 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jeremiah Duncan

Why is the science community so opposed to creationism?

My question is: why are Christians so opposed to the notion of Evolution? Before I address either question, let me start with this: I have been a devout...

February 02 2016 11 Comments 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Taylor Dawson

Why did God lead the people by a roundabout way to the Red Sea?

Exodus 13:17 - 18

1 Vote February 02 2016 3 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Gene Coleman

Why did Queen Vashti refuse to appear before Xerxes?

Obviously there was a serious break down or lack of communication & compassion between husband and wife here, which would certainly not represent true...

February 02 2016 1 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by DEAN R. DONAHUE

What does the Bible say about hermaphrodites?

I have a friend who is gay. He, to my knowledge has never acted upon his homosexual desires. He is the first one to condemn any provisions made for...

February 02 2016 5 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ni Jay , Researcher into human reasoning

Why is Christianity such a bloody religion?

I want to state once and for all that Christianity is NOT a bloody religion. There is not one single instruction, advice or command Jesus preached that is in...

February 02 2016 2 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Award for olgar Ngande

Feed Gold Evangelist award!

Criterion: 25 person read an answer or article shared from eBible.

See Answer:
Why is the Virgin Birth so important?

February 02 2016

Answer by Ni Jay , Researcher into human reasoning

Why is the science community so opposed to creationism?

Actually, the scientific community does accept creationism but in a sort of a round about way. Science accepts facts only when they can be clearly shown to...

February 02 2016 13 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

What are the ancient landmarks spoken of in Proverbs 22:28?

This subject is mentioned at other, earlier places in the Old Testament. As the people of Israel were preparing to enter Canaan following the exodus from...

February 02 2016 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Award for ainsley chalmers , Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.

Feed Silver Teacher award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.

See Answer:
Why are so many young people falling away from the faith?

February 02 2016

Award for Paul Bayne , Business Owner, Husband and Father of Four Kids & Blogger

Feed Silver Teacher award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.

See Answer:
Why are so many young people falling away from the faith?

February 02 2016

Award for S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Feed Silver Teacher award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 votes.

See Answer:
What was the 'spirit of prostitution' in Hosea 4:12?

February 02 2016

Question by Anonymous
Medium
Answer by Tonya Franklin

What does the Bible say about medical marijuana?

The Bible doesn't mention "medical marijuana". It does however mention sorcery in Galatians 5:19-21 and it does it in an obviously negative way. Sorcerers...

February 02 2016 1 Comments 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by JD Abshire

Does man sin in his mind first?

"Does man sin in his mind first?" Yes, I believe you are right on target. The following passage in James lays it out in sequence. "Let no man say when he is...

February 02 2016 1 Comments 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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

Does man sin in his mind first?

I think that the Bible (including Jesus Himself) makes clear that sin begins in the mind, or, as the Bible sometimes metaphorically refers to it, in the...

February 02 2016 2 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Award for S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
Supporter

Feed Silver Apostle award!

Criterion: Write an answer that receives 5 favorites.

See Answer:
Is sex a sin?

February 02 2016

Answer by Phillip Grayson

What do the seven churches in Revelation stand for?

The seven churches were seven actual churches. They also represent seven attitudes that are in the body of Christ today. With each church, Jesus judgement...

February 02 2016 3 More Answers Follow Vote Up