Why does 2 Samuel 6:23 say Michal was barren to the day of her death, but 2 Samuel 21:8 says 'the five sons of Michal?'
2 Samuel 6:23
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Salem Markus Purba
Why did God require animal sacrifices in the Old Testament?
It is a matter of knowlwdge of good and evil, where ever there is a good, there is an evil, just like the twoo side of the same coin; for the good/ salvation...
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Salem Markus Purba
Should we still keep the Ten Commandments?
The essence/the Spirit of the Ten Commandments is a legal regulations given by God to His people regarding a vertically relationship (1st - 5th of the Ten...
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Salem Markus Purba
Why did Jesus have to die?
Jesus was the Word who became flesh/human being, so we may communicate with God as to human being (John 1: 14; 3: 16-18); and as a human being having a...
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
What is the meaning of the parable of the 'unworthy servant?'
When the Bible says; "So you too, when you do all the things which are commanded you, say, 'We are unworthy slaves; we have done only that which we ought to ...
Luke 17:10
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Daniela Nyarko
What do the half-moon symbols from Gideon's enemies in Judges 8 represent?
I wondered if the half moon symbols have a closer meaning in the book of Judges 8. Gideon is referring to Ishmaelites, half moon ornaments and enemies. Some ...
Judges 8:1 - 35
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JD Abshire
What did Jesus mean by, "Abraham rejoiced at the thought of seeing my day, he saw it and was glad?"
There’s no doubt Abraham saw the future day of Christ through the eyes of faith (Hebrews 11:8-13). Job prophesied in 19:25-27: “For I know that my redeemer...
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JD Abshire
Is Jesus' resurrected spiritual body ethnically Jewish?
On the road to Emmaus which I understand is approximately 7-8 miles from Jerusalem the resurrected Christ appeared to Cleopas and an unnamed companion. In...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is spiritual metaphysics?
The phrase spiritual metaphysics can be a reference to the use of spiritual or mental efforts in order to achieve physical results or to the supposed gray...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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How can I overcome exam/test anxiety?
Taking tests is a common part of the formal educational process. Students in school know that it's only a matter of time before exam week rolls around...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is an ox goad / oxgoad in the Bible?
An ox goad is a wooden tool, approximately eight feet long, fitted with an iron spike or point at one end, which was used to spur oxen as they pulled a plow...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does the Bible say about white magic?
White magic is described as "good" magic, as opposed to black magic, which draws upon the powers of evil beings. Opinions vary as to the differences between...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What are the basics of Jesus' teaching?
The basics of Jesus' teaching are profound yet simple enough for a child to understand; they are spiritual yet relevant to everyday life. Basically, Jesus...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What are the Jesus Papers?
In 2006, author Michael Baigent released a book entitled, "The Jesus Papers." The subtitle of the book is "Exposing the Greatest Cover-Up in History." The...
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Mike M
Is Jesus' resurrected spiritual body ethnically Jewish?
Hi Linda, Nationalities belong to the “old man”, the fallen humanity. With the resurrection of the Lord Jesus God has created a new nation, a “New Man” in...
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Dan Hamman
, Engineer, retired in Georgia.
What did Jesus mean by, "Abraham rejoiced at the thought of seeing my day, he saw it and was glad?"
When did Abraham 'see the day' of Jesus? Was it when Abraham was alive on Earth, after his death, or in our future?
John 8:56
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Chinonye Chukwuemeka
, wife and mother. Health professional.
How should we as Christians deal with the homosexual situations and issues taking over the media today?
My candid opinion is this: - If the foundation is faulty, what can the righteous do? If we take away the foundation of a true and living God from our...
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Bryan Myers
, Minister of the Body of Christ
What is does the term "scripture twisting" mean?
Greetings Brother Polk, the term "Scripture twisting" refers to taking the verse or passage out of context to apply a meaning. This method of interpretation...
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Bonnie Gayda
How can God forgive me for my depression?
The belief that it is wrong or sinful for a Christian to experience fear and depression is not at all biblical. Read the Psalms of David. This man often...
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Lynn Willis
, Obedient Daughter of the High King of the Universe
Do Christians have to obey the Old Testament law?
The apostle Paul wrote" “Let me put it another way, the law was our guardian until Christ came; it protected us until we could be made right with God through...
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JD Abshire
What is the nature and meaning of the dark period at the time when Jesus died on the cross?
Although the New Testament does not give us a clear cut answer regarding the three hours of darkness I believe there are symbolic parallels in the Old...
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Johnson Anthikkatt Chacko
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Braxton Perry
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James Bruce Cox
Who is Joel Osteen, and are his teachings Biblical?
I have listened to Joel Obsten for many years. I know he has a mega church in Houston, TX. I am sure GOD has blessed him. But I do know people need to hear...
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JEAN KABUYA
, Pastor @Breath of Life
What is the origin of the Easter bunny and Easter eggs?
Greetings brother; The biblical Passover has to do with the Lamb of God being killed for our sins–and early Christians kept that, not Easter. Easter, which...
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Bonnie Gayda
What is does the term "scripture twisting" mean?
"Knowing this first, that no prophecy of scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as...
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Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
How can God forgive me for my depression?
Quite a few denominations today believe (and teach) that its a sin to be depressed when that is absolutely not true. Job, David, and Solomon were all...
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Jeff Lukes
If my gift is to serve, am I excused from evangelizing or encouraging?
We are all different parts of the body. You should realize that when you serve with a glad heart you are light. Others see that and want to know your story....
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Frederick Thomas
, Rom 3:4 ...let God be true...
How can Jesus and God be the same if no one has ever seen God's face?
Joh 14:9 Jesus *said to him, "Have I been so long with you, and yet you have not come to know Me, Philip? He who has seen Me has seen the Father; how can you...
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Rhonda Bagley
What is the significance of Peter's vision of the unclean animals?
Hello, Let me give you an answer based on what I have learned regarding this scripture. Peter is a Jew. Jews were commanded not to eat animals that were...
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Virginia Fernandez
What did Paul mean when he told Timothy, "Be strong in the grace that is in Jesus Christ"?
I know that grace is an undeserved gift. But what else is grace?
2 Timothy 2:1
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Anonymous
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Darrell McKnight
, Minister/Musician, Central Carolina Sch. of Preaching
How is it that Moses saw God face to face as a man speaks with his friend when John 1:18 says, "No one has ever seen God at anytime"?
The meaning of Exodus 33:11 is a symbolism of the closeness between God and Moses. It's like telling your wife, daughter, son or what have you that "My heart...
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Should a Christian be involved in mentoring? What does the Bible say about mentorship?
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What should we learn from Psalm 119?
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Malcolm N Kylie Harihari
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Shirley H.
, prayer warrior
What is the nature and meaning of the dark period at the time when Jesus died on the cross?
I have to say that I do not think anyone truly knows, but that they can have a theory. I have heard that perhaps in that time period Christ was presenting...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Is Israel, the "Promised Land", the same Israel of today?
I believe the land occupied by the State of Israel as presently constituted is far smaller in geographical size compared to the one which God promised...
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Ronnie Young
, Spent last 20 years as agnostic and have recently returned
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Is Israel, the "Promised Land", the same Israel of today?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Why do so many preachers' kids walk away from the faith?
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Why is obedience to God important?
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Shirley H.
, prayer warrior
What does "deep calls unto deep" mean?
My feeling as I read this verse is that when I am so very distressed and I have not turned to God, God reaches out to my distress and finds me. He pours His...
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Shirley Headden
, prayer warrior
Does Nehemiah 4:4-5 contradict Matthew 5:44?
We have to remember that two themes run through the Bible. Earthly and spiritual.. In the Old testament the basis for prayer was a covenant relationship with...
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Linda Rasmussen
Is Jesus' resurrected spiritual body ethnically Jewish?
I recently saw a statement on a Messianic Jewish site that stated "We will be ruled by a Jew in the Millennium"
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Anonymous
What does Paul mean by, "When the perfect comes?"
Is the passage referring to becoming saved or is it referring to the coming of Jesus?
1 Corinthians 13:10
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, 74 year old retired pipeline worker
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What does it mean that Jesus fulfilled the law, but did not abolish it?