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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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When and how do we receive the Holy Spirit?

February 02 2015

Question by John Sheridan

Who was present and who told Matthew about the conversation Jesus had with the devil when He was tempted?

In Matthew 4: 1-11 Jesus was tempted in the wilderness. What is the source for the Apostle Matthew claiming the devil had a conversation with Jesus? Was it ...

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Answer by JD Abshire

If Abraham was considered righteous because of his faith in God why was Israel given the law?

A distinction needs to be made between spiritual Israel and corporate Israel. The later is comprised of both believers and non believers just like our...

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Answer by Debra Chiappetta , Retired

Does it matter 'why' you accept Jesus as your Savior?

Our reason for accepting Jesus as our Saviour is personal, yet must be based on faith. Having faith means we trust in certain things: we trust that the Bible...

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When and how do we receive the Holy Spirit?

February 02 2015

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

Are all sins equal to God?

There are sins that lead to death; there are sins that does not lead to death. Catholic Theology call these Mortal and Venial sins. 1 John 5:16-17 If you see...

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Answer by Jeremiah Kaaya , Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional

What is the meaning of the Parable of the Ten Virgins?

The Bible does indeed script the parable of the ten virgins (Matthew 25:1-13). However, we also ought to understand that just as it is termed as a parable,...

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Answer by Deborah Bullock , Homemaking, caretaking for my elderly mom, parttime artist

Does it matter 'why' you accept Jesus as your Savior?

Years ago, I accepted Jesus as my personal Savior because I was told I could wipe my sin slate clean and I really wanted that. However, I didn't want any...

February 02 2015 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Anthony Clinton , Teacher in China

Does God impose repentance upon man, or wait for man to repent and then give them salvation?

The Bible teaches us that God is waiting for people to repent and believe the Gospel. 2 Pet 3:9 describes a patient God, being not too hasty for the end of...

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Answer by Shirley H. , prayer warrior

Does God impose repentance upon man, or wait for man to repent and then give them salvation?

Our God is loving and awesome. He created us like Him and gave us free will. We are not puppets. We have choice. Romans 3:23 tells us all have sinned. Romans...

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Answer by Salem Markus Purba

What does the Bible say about circumcision? What is the Christian view of circumcision?

Circumcision is mentioned in the Bible as a part of God's covenant with Abraham (Genesis 17:12-14) and later became a part of the Law of Moses (Leviticus 12...

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Why will there be a new heaven AND new earth? Why will we need both?

Revelation 21:17

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Answer by Kenneth Heck

Are all sins equal to God?

This question seems to originate in response to the Catholic doctrine that there are sins of greater and lesser importance. The greater are called 'mortal'...

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As citizens of heaven, what rights and protections do we have now on earth?

February 01 2015

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What does the Bible say about an out of body experience / astral projection?

February 01 2015

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Are all sins equal to God?

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Why won't God heal amputees?

February 01 2015

Answer by Chuck Scarborough

Does God impose repentance upon man, or wait for man to repent and then give them salvation?

God both initiates our repentance and waits for it patiently. These two actions are not mutually exclusive. He initiates it by giving us the plenary,...

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

Is it ok for Christian couples to seek fertility treatments if they are unable to get pregnant on their own?

Below is a list of fertility treatments. Some things, as a Christian I feel acceptable, some I feel unacceptable. As a spouse and father of 3, I feel I know...

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Answer by Matt Sacra

Does God impose repentance upon man, or wait for man to repent and then give them salvation?

I understand it as a combination. Paul wrote to Timothy to correct in humility those in opposition, if perhaps God will grant them repentance (2 Tim 2:25),...

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Question by Adewale Adebayo

What does it mean to be "thirsty" in Rev 21:6?

Revelation 21:6

February 01 2015 1 Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by mark wilkinson , retired school teacher and missionary

What is the 'age of accountability' and is it Biblical?

Isaiah 7:15 speaks of an age of conscious moral choice for a child. This will differ from child to child. In some countries the age is fixed by law for...

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Question by Julian Grear

Is it sinful not to trust in God?

Proverbs 3:5 - 6

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Are all sins equal to God?

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Is the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar biblical?

February 01 2015

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What does the Bible say about fate / destiny?

February 01 2015

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Why does God work in mysterious ways? Why does He work in ways never understandable to the humans?

January 31 2015

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What does the Bible say about in-vitro fertilization?

January 31 2015

Question by Tara Poniewozik

Is it ok for Christian couples to seek fertility treatments if they are unable to get pregnant on their own?

I want to get married & have children, but I likely will be 40 or older by the time I meet a man & get married. I know it is more difficult to get pr...

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What is a prayer closet?

January 31 2015

Answer by carol Shihadeh

Are all sins equal to God?

Even though we are not under the law, we still have the sin nature. God gives us the free will to make choices to sin or not. The bible says salvation is a...

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Answer by Ezekiel Kimosop

How will the Jews be judged when Jesus returns?

I will use my exposition of Isaiah 27 to answer this question. Isaiah 27 which speaks of the purge which God shall visit on Israel as a means of requiting...

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Answer by Aurel Gheorghe

What does the Bible say about obedience?

Obedience is the cornerstone of our faith that leads to eternal life; while disobedience lead to death (Romans 6:16). Most anyone would agree with this...

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Answer by kiki titus

As a Christian, is it a sin to enjoy the memories of the bad things we did in our past?

It is sin, if we ponder about our past mistakes. When we gave our sins to Christ on the cross, it should be buried. As the bible says. Sometimes, events,...

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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Ten Virgins?

January 31 2015

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As a Christian, is it a sin to enjoy the memories of the bad things we did in our past?

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Should Christians try to force the kingdom on others?

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Are Israel and the church the same thing? Does God still have a plan for Israel?

January 31 2015

Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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What is utilitarianism?

The essence of Utilitarianism is its concept of pleasure and pain. Utilitarian philosophy sees "good" as anything that increases pleasure and reduces pain....

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What are redaction criticism and higher criticism?

January 31 2015

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What is textual criticism?

Simply stated, textual criticism is a method used to determine what the original manuscripts of the Bible said. The original manuscripts of the Bible are...

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Answer by Lynn Willis , Obedient Daughter of the High King of the Universe

As a Christian, is it a sin to enjoy the memories of the bad things we did in our past?

Dear Sister, When I read your question, two specific scriptural offerings came to my heart, Paul's 'thorn in his side', where he remains 'imperfect', wanting...

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Answer by carol Shihadeh

Had it ever rained before the Flood in Noah's day?

My answer is simple. God created the world, it was a perfect world with no need for manual labor. After the sin of Adam and Eve, there were consequences; man...

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Answer by Deborah Bullock , Homemaking, caretaking for my elderly mom, parttime artist

Should churches be 'seeker-friendly'?

I believe there is an abundance of seeker-friendly churches in the United States. While they started being the exception, the exception now is a Biblically...

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What does the Bible say about commitment?

January 31 2015

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

Was Mary, mother of Jesus, more perfect than Adam or Eve?

We often use Adam and Eve's story to teach kids about disobedience and its consequences. Opposite that, we use Mary's story to teach about obedience. "Be it...

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