Why did the old prophet lie to the man of God causing his death?
The broader context of this passage lies in 1Kings 13:1-32. This passage is theologically quite puzzling because of what appear to be contradictions of sorts...
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Al Mari
, Private practice as a cardiovascular & thoracic surgeon
What happened on the road to Emmaus?
Aside from what was shared, the Emmaus incident gave an inclination of when Jesus resurrected. With verses that the day of resurrection would be "in" 3 days,...
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ainsley chalmers
, Medical Research Scientist, devoted family man.
Could an alien deception be part of the end times?
Gary Bates from creation ministries international addresses this question on aliens in his DVD entitled "Close Encounters of the Fourth Kind" (also look up...
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Craig Mcelheny
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What does it mean that Jesus and believers are living stones in 1 Peter 2:4-5?
While it is true that we, as believers, are being built into a spiritual house – with Jesus as the cornerstone, I believe Peter had something else in mind...
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Rod Lawyer
What are some things that may cause us to drift away from faith?
Also, Col 1:22-23
Hebrews 2:1 - 4
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Don Whitley
, Husband, father, grandpa and a Christian.
How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?
I think Adam Kantner above did a fine job and I would concur. The Bible teaches us to honor our parents. It doesn't say only if they are believers. What does...
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Garth Penglase
What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
I see a lot of personal emotion and subjectivity in many of these answers. This is never good - read the bible and get knowledge - don't be led by your own...
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Gary Patton
, People Development Coach to Christians
Is observing the Ten Commandments more important than observing commands in other parts of the Bible?
Two Timothy 3:16-17 says, Gary Creel and others, that all Scripture is "God-breathed (inspired) and useful". When Paul wrote this, He was referring to the...
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Can a Christian lose salvation?
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, Husband, father, grandpa and a Christian.
Are we saved through grace alone or are we saved through grace and baptism?
Without His grace there would be no salvation available, but with grace and without obedience there is no salvation either. Also, I suggest you read beyond...
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What should we learn from the life of Isaiah?
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What was the meaning and importance of the Jerusalem Council?
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Will there literally be streets of gold in heaven?
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How can I overcome sin in my Christian life?
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Was King Solomon a good king?
Nehemiah 13:26
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Why is the real presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper such a controversial issue?
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What is Christian hedonism?
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What is a Christian missionary?
A Christian missionary is commissioned by the Lord to make disciples, followers of Christ. Jesus commands all Christians to share the Gospel, the message of...
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Why does the Greek, in 1 John 3:9, say that those born of God are not able to miss the mark, when it states in Romans 3:23 that all have missed the mark and fallen short of God's glory?"
This is all about the ‘perfect’ in 1 Corinthians 13:10 and when it comes about (1 Corinthians 13:12). The Problem: If you accept the standard translation of...
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Thomas K M
, A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.
How do faith and works relate to each other?
Do Paul (Rom 1:17) and James (James 2:18) contradict each other?
James 2:18
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Why do we worship and do Sabbath on Sunday instead of Saturday?
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How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?
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How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?
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, Christian, Sunday School Teacher, Actor, Health Food Worker
Why did Jesus not plainly say, "I am God, worship Me," as God did to assert His deity in the Old Testament?
In my humble opinion, Jesus did, in fact, make claims of being equal (while being submissive) to God in the New Testament. Before I go on, I would like to...
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How is the Christian religion different from all the other world religions?
Christianity for me is different in that in all other religions, they have to follow a set of prescribed laws and rules in order to please their god. They...
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Why should I (a Jehovah's Witness) consider becoming a Christian?
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Who was the real historical Jesus?
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How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?
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What did Jesus mean when He instructed us to love our enemies?
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How can I follow Christ as a teenager in a non-believing family and honor my parents?
I also was a Christian child in a home with unbelieving parents. I had been converted at school by a teacher at age 10. The best thing you can do firstly is...
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What does the Bible say about applied kinesiology?
Applied kinesiology, or muscle testing, is a method developed in 1964 for the purpose of diagnosing medical conditions, detecting energy imbalances,...
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Ni Jay
, Researcher into human reasoning
What are some undeniable examples of divine intervention?
It is dangerous to attribute our experiences of events, whether positive or negative, in favor or against us, to God. Do we say God intervened to help us...
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, Engineer, Chennai, India
Why did Jesus not plainly say, "I am God, worship Me," as God did to assert His deity in the Old Testament?
This is an apologetics question. Many muslim organizations like TNTJ are arising against people of other faiths, especially Christians, and are calling for a...
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Anthony Ampah
Who was the real historical Jesus?
Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God. In Him was life and His life was the light of men. Believing in Him brings eternal life and transformation. He...
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Could an alien deception be part of the end times?
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Is God sovereign or do we have a free will?
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What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
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What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
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Jennifer Rothnie
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Who are the Free Will Baptists, and what do they believe?
The Free-Will Baptists are a denomination that began in two parts. One was a simple Baptist church planted in 1780 by Benjamin Randall, who had begun to...
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Where is the oldest existing Bible?
We have so many versions of the Bibke today. The different versions can vary so much and have been do severky altered that it sometimes makes me wonder about...
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Steve VanDyke
, Director, Community Servants Missions Training School, TN
What should Christians do in their free time?
We are to be good stewards of all that God gives us and provides for us. With our bodies, our jobs, our money and our time. This means we should be wise with...
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Thomas K M
, A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.
Was the Holy Spirit with the people of the Old Testament?
The presence of Holy Spirit and active in the Old Testament period starting from creation. But the presence of Holy Spirit with Old Testament characters only...