Where did the woman that Cain married come from?
In genesis God created Adam and Eve as the first people living on earth. We cannot add or subtract to the word. Scripture does not tell everything that...
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Daniel Ewa
Did God die? If Jesus was God, and Jesus died on the cross, does that mean God died?
1 John 5:7 "7 For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one. 8 And there are three that...
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
Why did Jesus say, for example: "You have heard that it was said; an eye for an eye, and tooth for tooth. But I tell you not to resist an evil person"?
The teachings of Jesus are the most exciting ever and therefore most read. Yet without revelation, you may simply read but will lack understanding the...
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phillip paul
, Phillip M. Paul-minister Tranter's Creek Church of Christ
How should a Christian view sports / athletics?
From my youth I have always played and enjoyed sports. We all have many different activities that we enjoy. As long as christians keep their priorities in...
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Myron Robertson
, Seeking God's heart
Do Christians have to obey the laws of the land?
Paul is rather clear here, and it appears from this statement that there is to be no exception to this. God places these people in authority over you and it...
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Anne Mader
How do you explain the trinity?
I like to think of the Trinity as being like the three states of water. Water can be frozen as ice, hot to the point of being steam, and of course liquid....
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
What is Arminianism, and is it biblical?
Arminianism is a system of theology created by Jacob Arminius, and first published in 1610. It was primarily crafted as a response to the flaws in the...
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Henry Brent
, I love to worship The Lord
How should a Christian man act towards women?
First you must understand who she is. She is God's daughter! How do you want your daughter treated? With respect, with love? As for me, she needs to feel...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Why are there so many Christian denominations? Shouldn't the church agree?
Why are there so many Christian denominations? Shouldn't the church agree? This question is a bit confusing unless we define what we mean by the word...
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robert click
What is the rock in Matthew 16:18?
I believe that, as Jesus said to Peter. God has revealed this to you. In other words it was not something that Peter could have come up with on his own. Nor...
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Larry Truelove
Is the King of Tyre prophecy in Ezekiel 28 referring to Satan?
I do not believe it is referring to Satan. Some scholars view it as a "taunt song." That is, the prophet mocks a literal earthly ruler. Some ancient earthly...
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
Is speeding a sin?
The commandments have been summarized into two, viz., love God and love others as yourself. God wants us to follow secular laws that align with his...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is an avatar in Hinduism? Was Jesus an avatar?
In Hinduism, an avatar is the bodily incarnation of a deity on earth. The god can become incarnate in one place at a time as a full avatar or in many places...
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JD Abshire
What can we do if we find others in our church group who are pretend-believers or unfaithful?
In the parables of Matthew 13 Christ presented just such a scenario and remedy. Matthew 13:24 " Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom...
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How should Christians discipline their children? What does the Bible say?
I believe that children should be disciplined. As a follower of Jesus we should act this in our home so that our children will follow us, be a mentor as what...
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Kathy Vieira
, Self employed bookkeeper
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
How old was Sarai in Egypt when Abram feared for his life beause of her beauty? How old was she when they appeared before Abimelech king of Gerar?
How differently we view age and beauty today!
Genesis 12:14 - 20:3
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the biblical understanding of the wrath of God?
Wrath is defined as "the emotional response to perceived wrong and injustice," often translated as "anger," "indignation," "vexation," or "irritation." Both...
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phillip paul
, Phillip M. Paul-minister Tranter's Creek Church of Christ
How should Christians discipline their children? What does the Bible say?
I believe that discipline is necessary in raising children in today's society. They have taken discipline out of the classrooms, and it seems few parents are...
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Bob Johnson
, Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio
Is the Rapture the same as the Second Coming of Christ?
Why in the world would there be a rapture before a 7-year "Tribulation Period"? Most pre-trib rapturists say that we are not appointed to wrath (1 Thess 5:9)...
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Chris Button
, Retired Fire Captain, sinner saved by Grace
Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?
We do good works BECAUSE we have been saved. We do NOT do good works in order to earn salvation. We get to vs. We have to. Huge difference. Another way to...
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Chris Button
, Retired Fire Captain, sinner saved by Grace
Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?
We do good works BECAUSE we have been saved. We do NOT do good works in order to earn salvation. We get to vs. We have to. Huge difference. Another way to...
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AnnaLee Hoover
Which activities are beneficial to Christians during the Advent season?
Typically, the Advent season is one of reflection and introspection as we enter the season celebrating Christ's birth. To my knowledge, it's practice is not...
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Jesse Brawner
Why do I face the consequences of Adam's sin when I did not eat the fruit?
In Genesis 3:22-24 God removed Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden away from The Tree of Life. They began to die physically and since no one can eat of The...
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Paul Deutsch
Is a wet dream / nocturnal emission a sin?
When did dreams became sins? How can you even think this way. Are we also sinning when we dream about stealing something or about doing another unlawful...
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pj edelman
What is agape love?
I suggest that the uniquely defining characteristic of agape love as it relates to God's love for us is that in agape love, God looks upon no one as...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the Judgment Seat of Christ / Bema Seat of Christ?
Romans 14:10-12 says, "For we will all stand before God's judgment seat. . . . So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God" (ESV). Second...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
What is the Judgment Seat of Christ / Bema Seat of Christ?
I have a bit different perspective than my learned Brother Michael. The Judgment Seat of Christ is not just for judging our good works as Brother Michael...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
What can we do if we find others in our church group who are pretend-believers or unfaithful?
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, First, I would like to commend you for your efforts to identify those among you that are not true to the Faith. Jesus...
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, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made!
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If God is all-powerful, why does He not just kill Satan?
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
What are the consequences of sin?
There are many consequences of sin that one can enumerate. They maybe personal, psychological, mental, societal, etc. But, what can be more final and...
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What does the Bible say about being a lesbian? Does the Bible mention lesbianism?
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean to be a slave to sin?
Everyone is a slave in the spiritual sense. We are either slaves to sin, which is our natural state, or we are slaves to Christ. The writers of the New...
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
What does it mean to be a slave to sin?
Slave to sin, to me, means being subject to (the consequence) sin, as a master. Since the "sting of death is sin and the strength of sin is the law" (I Cor....
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Eric Hunter
Where was God on September 11, 2001?
A woman visited our church and relaid the following experience. Her father died on 9/11 in performance of his duties as a firefighter. She had mourned his...
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Casper Mcconnell
, Casper the Irish
What was God doing before He created the universe?
Before the Universe was made, God was Being. That means being always in the present. And being in love, communicating, creative thinking among the Trinity of...
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joniel m. evardo
What can we do if we find others in our church group who are pretend-believers or unfaithful?
Do we exhort them to stand firm, encourage them, warn them, kick them out, or point them out to leadership? What should our response as Christians be to unbe...
Hebrews 3:12 - 14
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Salem Markus Purba
Did God die? If Jesus was God, and Jesus died on the cross, does that mean God died?
Well, God is Spirit (Genesis 1:2;) and Jesus was God who became flesh (John 1:14) and the words Jesus has spoken to us through the Gospel is Spirit (John...
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Tony Flores
, Tony Flores a servant of Jesus Christ
Do Christians have to obey the laws of the land?
Yes, unless they contradict with the laws of God. You can find the Laws of God in the Bible. God gave us the Commandments, Judgements, percepts and His Word...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
Is being a sperm donor a sin? Is it a sin to use a sperm donor?
There are many sides to this issue. Couples that desperately desire a baby to call their own, sperm banks that profit from their agony, doctors that continue...
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Paul Bayne
, Business Owner, Husband and Father of Four Kids & Blogger
What did Jesus say about the existence of hell?
Jesus spoke much on the subject of hell. Here are the verses. One cannot deny this unless one wants to....as the evidence speaks for itself. Matthew 5:22 But...