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  1. Why were we “children” or “objects” of wrath? Ephesians 2:3
  2. Was man brought forth in iniquity or made upright? Psalm 51:5
  3. Why is God's wrath often spoken of in the Bible as drinking wine to the dregs?
  4. What exactly did the 7th commandment mean?
  5. Did King David rape Bathsheba?
  6. Why is there a discrepancy in the numbers in 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18?
  7. Why did God open up the path through the Red Sea at night instead of day?
  8. Who killed Saul?


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How can a Christian overcome the fear of witnessing?

February 05 2015

Answer by James Kraft , 74 year old retired pipeline worker

Should a Christian work where alcohol and tobacco are sold?

Paul said the leaders in the church should not be drinkers of MUCH wine. Not NO wine. I have christian friends that have been drinking a little for years...

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What is the purpose of Angels?

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Is it counted a sin if you are deceived by Satan to do something?

For example, Eve eating of the forbidden fruit?

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

Why does God of the Old Testament seem to be hard and unforgiving compared with the God of the New Testament?

The question goes: Why does God of the Old Testament seem to be hard and unforgiving compared with the God of the New Testament? The view that God is...

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

Why did Jonah try to go to Tarshish instead of Nineveh?

I would add a couple observations. First, the Ninevites (Assyrians) were extremely cruel. Historians tell of their conquests in the most vivid terms. When a...

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Answer by Mike Dumais

Where and when did the wise-men meet Jesus?

The origin of the Magi who visited Jesus began with Daniel. When Cyrus defeated Nebuchadnezzar's grandson w/o a fight, Daniel read him a letter written a few...

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Answer by Mike Dumais

Where was Joseph when Jesus was an adult?

Joseph in all likelihood survived until Jesus was in his late 20's. We all know Joseph was a carpenter. However the proper translation is "Master Builder"...

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Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3

Why should I not commit suicide?

Everyone is responsible for his life before God who has given it to him. It is God who remains the sovereign Master of life. We are obliged to accept life...

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Answer by Jyotish Mishra , Saved by grace through faith in JESUS CHRIST.

Where and when did the wise-men meet Jesus?

From Matthew 2:5 we learn that our Lord Jesus was still in Bethlehem when the wise men from the East visited Him and offered their worship In Matthew chapter...

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Answer by Galen Smith , Retired from Multnomah Bible College and Biblical Seminary

Does visiting the "holy land" increase a person's chances of going to heaven?

If the question is whether a visit to the Holy Land increases a person’s likelihood of going to heaven because his visit is in some way meritorious for him...

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Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

Should a Christian work where alcohol and tobacco are sold?

The short answer is no, a Christian should not profit or be associated in any way with the use or sale of alcohol or tobacco. Among Christians, there are two...

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Answer by Galen Smith , Retired from Multnomah Bible College and Biblical Seminary

Did Mary give birth to other children after Jesus ' birth?

All major branches of Christianity agree that Mary was a virgin until Jesus was born. But the question of whether she continued as a virgin is not agreed on....

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Where and when did the wise-men meet Jesus?

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

Why does God of the Old Testament seem to be hard and unforgiving compared with the God of the New Testament?

Reading about the military campaigns in the land of Canaan we may have the impression of a harsh, unforgiving god. But we must understand that all the...

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Is Jesus the only way to heaven?

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Are there different levels of punishment in hell?

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Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3

Did Mary give birth to other children after Jesus ' birth?

John Chrysostom (347–407) defended Mary having no other children but Jesus, using Jesus' commands to his mother in Calvary: "Woman, behold your son!" and to...

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Answer by Vincent Mercado , Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3

What is the symbolism of water baptism?

Baptism is not a symbol, rather, water is the symbol for baptism. Baptism saves. In it [Noah's Ark] only a few people, eight in all, were saved through...

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

Why does God of the Old Testament seem to be hard and unforgiving compared with the God of the New Testament?

...I totally agree with Kelli's answer. I would say for the sake of simplification, that the Old Testament essentially explains the reality of sin and why...

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Answer by Salem Markus Purba

What does it mean to take the Lord's name in vain?

Man was given an authority to name each living creature (Genesis 2: 19-20), futhermore, man as a living creature (Ecclesiastes 3: 18-22) has an authority to...

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Why does God allow evil?

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Why did God sometimes change a person's name in the Bible?

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

What does the bible mean by 'reasonable service' in Romans 12:1?

In order to appreciate the context of Romans 12:1-2, we need to examine the passage of Romans 12:1-8 where Paul is describing our new life in Christ. The...

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Can a man/woman truly be happy living a sinful lifestyle?

For example, a friend of ours recently left her husband and is living an adulterous life with a yet to be divorced man. She claims to be happy for the 1st ti...

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

Was Noah's flood global or local?

There is much convincing evidence that Noah's Flood was global, but I would like to discuss the alternative viewpoint. First, it is erroneous to presume that...

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What are some flaws in the theory of evolution?

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What are some flaws in the theory of evolution?

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Answer by Robert the Godfather

Why should I not commit suicide?

What does the Bible say about suicide? What does God say about sinning willfully? Please let the Word of God be your guide. Suicide is a ticket to hell....

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What is the meaning of debauchery?

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

Should a Christian work where alcohol and tobacco are sold?

When Jesus was asked "Why do you dine with sinners and tax collectors?" He replied, the well do not need a physician but the sick. Meaning that He associated...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

What are some flaws in the theory of evolution?

The biggest problem in the theory of evolution is that it leaves God out. The theory can only hold water if God is involved. God may very well have used...

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Answer by Anthony Clinton , Teacher in China

Is the Calvinist theory of 'total depravity' biblical?

The Doctrine of Total depravity is a doctrine that has been often flawed by certain scholars, who have made it to mean that man has absolutely no ability to...

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If divorce is in the Bible, why is the Catholic church against it?

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Answer by Dan Rivers , Christian, Husband, Grandfather, Son, AT&T retiree

How can I learn to trust that God is in control?

By having "FAITH" in him! By "believing" in him! When we read the great faith chapter, Heb 11. All the people mentioned trusted God because of their...

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Answer by Manuel lopez

Is the pope the Vicar of Christ?

In the infinite plan of God, Jesus was sent to save mankind, bringing salvation to those who believe in His name. Do not believe you are to be saved by...

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