What is the "third heaven" referred to in II Cor 12:2?
This passage has been misused over the centuries and the "third heaven" that this passage states gives Mormons the idea of 3 levels of heaven. This idea is...
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Vincent Mercado
, Skeptic turned believer, Catholic, father of 3
Why wouldn't God want to be worshipped in person and in human form on Earth?
On the contrary, Jesus, who is fully God, wanted to be worshiped in person and in human form on Earth. Then those who were in the boat worshiped him, saying,...
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Wesley Walford
, Avid Learner
What time period was Gabriel referencing when he said "the time of the end" in Dan 8:17?
Throughout Daniel 8 , there are various time frames mentioned. Daniel 8:14 talks about 2300 evenings and mornings, in Daniel 8:17 it says it is for the time ...
Daniel 8:14 - 27
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Alice Chia
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richard barton
How do I know the Bible is not just mythology?
The first response should be a definition of mythology and one of allegory. The Bible is made up of an old and a new Testament. Most of these answers refer...
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Thomas K M
, A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.
What does it mean that man is made in the image of God?
May I add some more facts about the creation? God formed man in His own image and likeness. God is spirit. He formed man in spirit (in His own image and...
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
Why carry on to fear death if Jesus gave us the promise to live again after death?
For if Jesus surely died and rose again, we should have the assurance that there is life after death. But if so, why is the fear of death still in each and e...
John 11:25
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cheryl richardson
, Cheryl Richardson
What did Jesus mean that they would not die before the kingdom came in Mark 9:1?
When Jesus said some would not die without seeing the Kingdom, he was referring to (1) Peter, James, and John, who would witness the Transfiguration eight...
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
Why is the Holy Spirit called 'The Holy Spirit' and not 'the Righteous Spirit'?
For if righteousness is uprightness and holiness is faultlessness, why is the Holy Spirit particularly called 'Holy', instead of 'Righteous'?
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JD Abshire
Can a person feel guilty every time they sin without the presence of the holy spirit in their heart?
Romans 2:14 "For when the Gentiles, which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not the law, are a law unto...
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Penny Doty
, Disabled forced into early retirement .
Are we as Christians supposed to put up with being treated badly in any way as Jesus did? Or are we allowed to take a stand if we feel we are treated unjustly?
As Christians we are to be examples for others, so we set the examples on how we as Christians are to behave. One of the best things that worked for me was...
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Darrell Thatcher
Is it possible for a person's name to be erased from the Book of Life?
Matthew 7:23 "And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity." Notice He didn't say, "I DON'T know you." He said,...
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vicki reynoldson
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JD Abshire
Was Saint Peter the first Pope?
There is absolutely no evidence Peter was the first pope of Rome or anywhere else. I believe there is overwhelming evidence to the contrary. Aside from what...
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Michael Sisson
What is the worm that will not die in Mark 9:48?
The "worm" that will not perish is the rejected Messiah, Jesus Christ. In fact, Jesus quotes the first verse of Psalm 22 during His crucifixion. In doing so,...
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Anonymous
How do I get through chronic pain as a Christian?
I live in chronic neck pain and as a result I have depression. I have unwanted anger over this and I feel so guilty for feeling these negative emotions.
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
When Jesus said; "..before Abraham was born, I AM", wasn't He indirectly revealing He is God?
People hold different views of who exactly Jesus was/is. But if we examine some of the statements made by Jesus Himself, didn't He attempt to tell a bit of H...
John 8:58
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Nathan Toronga
, Christian Elder.
How is holiness compared and contrasted with righteousness?
Holiness and Righteousness, great question. I will follow the order of the questions, but before I do, I must attempt to define and describe each. I believe...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
What is the "third heaven" referred to in II Cor 12:2?
This question bears review in the natural scientific realm. To paraphrase Isaiah, Come let us reason together... In our world today, we have things like the...
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Lena Wms
, Student @Christ Gospel Church, S.S.Teacher, Observer
What is the difference between prayer and worship?
This is a very good question, to pray or prayer in Hebrew (original language of the Scriptures) means to entreat {ask earnestly} Ex 33:13, Bow down, Ezra...
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Penny G. Vera
, PBX Operator Nationwide Insurance/Mascot-Costume home biz.
When do the martyrs of the Great Tribulation get resurrected?
Also, Rev 7:14-17
Revelation 20:4 - 5
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Steve Nearman
, A sinner saved by grace. Luther Oklahoma
Why are there so many Christian denominations?
The short answer is pride and carnality. 1 Cor. 3:2-7 "…for you are still carnal. For where there are envy, strife, and divisions among you, are you not...
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Penny G. Vera
, PBX Operator Nationwide Insurance/Mascot-Costume home biz.
Are we as Christians supposed to put up with being treated badly in any way as Jesus did? Or are we allowed to take a stand if we feel we are treated unjustly?
My Opinion is: We are allowed to take a stand if we feel we are treated unjustly. Don't allow anyone to treat you badly; but don't retaliate! Jesus showed us...
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Emo Tenorio
, Shomer
Are we as Christians supposed to put up with being treated badly in any way as Jesus did? Or are we allowed to take a stand if we feel we are treated unjustly?
Great question, first and foremost as Christians we are God's ambassadors in a foreign (Babylonian run system) in this hostile environment, our duty is to...
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
Did God create other people in addition to Adam and Eve?
There is no question that YHVH/Creator God/Jesus created Adam & Eve. This narrative only traces the genealogy of where Jesus Christ came from; see...
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
What is humanism? As Christians, are we to harbor humanistic feelings?
Humanism is a system by which humans seek to promote the human agenda as being supreme to anything that may be. It seeks to disregard anything to do with God...
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Greg Kelly
What is the "third heaven" referred to in II Cor 12:2?
Good question with a simple answer. There are three places referred to as heaven, or heavens: The sky, the stars, and then paradise or God's throne. Paul was...
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Do we need to be aware of the spiritual battle that is taking place around us?
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Why did God have the cherubim guard just the east side of Eden?
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What are prayer beads? Is it okay to use beads while praying?
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Why does God say whoever sees His face will die?
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How will our resurrection body be different from our current body?
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What does it mean to pray without ceasing?
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Is the perpetual virginity of Mary biblical?
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What is the importance of Christian baptism?
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What does Malachi 2:16 mean when God says, 'I hate divorce'?
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Is there any power in positive thinking?
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, Bible/History Middle School Teacher, Lover of the OT!
What should we learn from the woman at the well?
Christianity is the faith that elevates women to a higher status than slave or property. Jesus takes the time to talk with (1) a woman who is (2) a Samaritan...
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Ezekiel Kimosop
How should born-again believers view beauty pageants?
I do not think that modern beauty pageants glorify God, at least not in the way they are conveyed today. One may argue that Queen Esther ascended to the...
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What are the laws of thermodynamics and how do they provide evidence for creationism?
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Was Saint Peter the first Pope?
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What does the Bible say about soul sleep?
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What does it mean to count the cost?
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