What was it like in the days of Noah?
The biblical account of Noah begins in Genesis 6. Approximately 1,600 years had passed since the creation of Adam and Eve (Genesis 1:26-27). As the earth's...
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What is the indwelling of the Holy Spirit?
The indwelling of the Holy Spirit is the action by which God takes up permanent residence in the body of a believer in Jesus Christ. In the Old Testament,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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How many times has God sent fire from heaven?
Fire has come down from heaven several times in history. The Bible records at least six of these instances: Fire fell from heaven and destroyed Job's flocks...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What did people in the Bible look like?
There are a few basic descriptions of some people in the Bible. There are several women, for example, who are called "very beautiful": Sarah, Rachel,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the effectual calling/call?
The term effectual call, as related to salvation, comes from Chapter X of the 1647 Westminster Confession of Faith. The effectual call is understood as God's...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean to love one another?
Jesus knew that relationships are the most valuable asset that we have, but at times the most difficult to maintain. That's why in John 13:34 Jesus taught,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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In what year did Jesus die?
The death of Jesus and His subsequent resurrection are the single most important events since the creation of the world. It was through the death of Christ...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why is sexual purity so important?
Modern culture has tried to redefine sexuality as a personal right to be exercised any way an individual wishes. Sexual behavior is considered a personal...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is the oldest religion?
The oldest religion in the world is the worship of the One True God, as stated in Genesis 4:26, "At that time people began to call on the name of the Lord."...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the meaning of the Hebrew word shalom?
Commonly translated as "peace" and used as both a greeting and farewell, shalom has rich meaning in Hebrew. "Peace" is an accurate translation of the term,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the dictation theory?
The dictation theory (sometimes called the mechanical dictation theory) attempts to describe what it means that the Bible is God's Word. When people claim...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean that God provides?
There are over 169 verses in the Bible that refer to the ways God provides for us. Philippians 4:19 puts it most simply: "My God will supply all your needs...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the mystery of God referred to in the Bible?
The Bible tells us that the mystery of God is Jesus Christ: "My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What can we learn from the man of God and the lying prophet?
In 1 Kings 13 we read of a person called only a "man of God" who was sent by the Lord from Judah to prophesy against King Jeroboam of Israel. He declared, "O...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the key to bearing fruit as a Christian?
In the natural world, fruit is the result of a healthy plant producing what it was designed to produce (Genesis 1:11-12). In the Bible, the word fruit is...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is Gehenna?
The word gehenna is the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew ge-hinnom, meaning "Valley of [the sons of] Hinnom." This valley south of Jerusalem was where...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What can we learn from the story of Elisha and Naaman?
Naaman was the commander of Syria's (Aram's) army and well regarded as a military man, but he had leprosy. His Israelite servant girl suggested he go to...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the story of Ahab and Jezebel?
King Ahab and Queen Jezebel served as leaders of the northern kingdom of Israel during a time of much evil in the land. King Ahab was a Jewish king who...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why did Jehu destroy the Baal worship in Israel but not the worship of golden calves?
Jehu was anointed by the prophet Elijah as king over Israel in place of the evil Ahab. This took place as part of the judgment on Ahab for his worship of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Where was Jesus born?
The Bible chronicles Jesus Christ's birth in Matthew 1:18-25; 2:1-12; Luke 1:26-38; and 2:1-20. At the time of Mary's pregnancy, a decree by Caesar Augustus...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does it mean that our citizenship is in heaven?
A citizen is a person who legally belongs to a country and has the rights and protection of that country. Citizens adopt the culture and practices of the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What does 2 Timothy 4:3 mean by itching ears?
The apostle Paul wrote a warning for the church: "The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Who was King Josiah in the Bible?
Josiah was the king of Judah from approximately 640 to 609 B.C. His reign in Jerusalem is discussed in 2 Kings 22-23 and 2 Chronicles 34-35. Josiah was the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What was the school of prophets?
The Old Testament mentions a school of prophets in 1 Samuel 19:18-24 and in 2 Kings 2 and 4:38-44 (some translations say "company of prophets" or "sons of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What are the Synoptic Gospels?
The Synoptic Gospels are the first three books of the New Testament, Matthew, Mark, and Luke. These three books plus John are called the "Gospels" because...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why did Elisha request a double portion of your spirit from Elijah?
The idea of a double portion in the Bible is one of a double blessing. It was typically used in the Old Testament to refer to the birthright, or the...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What was the significance of the altar King Ahaz built?
Second Kings 16 describes the reign of King Ahaz in Judah. During his reign, he went to Damascus to meet Tiglath-pileser, king of Assyria (verse 10). While...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the story of Elisha and the Shunammite woman?
Second Kings 4 records the account of Elisha and the Shunammite woman. The woman is described as a wealthy married woman in the village of Shunem. She had no...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the meaning of the Parable of the Ten Minas?
Christ uses the Parable of the Ten Minas in Luke 19:11-27 to teach about the coming kingdom of God on earth. The occasion of the parable is Jesus' final trip...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is the origin and meaning of the pentagram?
The pentagram has been used as a religious symbol throughout the world from the beginning of recorded history. The most basic pentagram is simply a...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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Why should I believe the Bible?
The Bible makes claims about the creation of the universe, the nature of the God who created the universe and reigns supremely over it, and the fate of...
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S. Michael Houdmann
, Got Questions Ministries
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What is Old Testament theology?
Old Testament theology is what God has revealed about Himself in the Old Testament. The system of Old Testament theology takes the various truths that the...
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Who are the Jehovah's Witnesses and what are their beliefs?
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Where is heaven? What is the location of heaven?
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What is the Apostles' Creed?
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Who was Asherah?
Asherah, or Ashtoreth, was the name of the chief female deity worshiped in ancient Syria, Phoenicia, and Canaan. The Phoenicians called her Astarte, the...
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Does 1 John 5:18 mean that we will no longer be able to sin?
It helps to look at all of what John said about the Christian sinning. Look particularly at 1 John 1:8: "If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves,...
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Is it better to see a mentor or a psychiatrist for raising self-esteem?
I think Romans 12:3-8 should answer your question. Without thinking too highly of yourself, you must identify the gift and the skills that have been given to...
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Can a Christian lose salvation?
I am studying the Geneva Bible and the KJV. I believe the answers lie in Ephesians 2:8-101599 Geneva Bible (GNV). 8 For by [a]grace are ye saved through...
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Georg Kouz
Why does it seem some verses in different Bible versions do not agree with each other?
For example, 2 JOHN 1:7 This is how this verse reads in different versions: Christ as coming in the flesh (NIV) Jesus Christ came in a real body (NLT) Th...
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, Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry
Should a Christian celebrate Hanukkah (Christmaskah)?
I think that Hanukkah is the celebration of a THING (the miracle of the lights), so it should NOT be celebrated. Rather we should celebrate Christmas, which...
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How should a Christian view politics?
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What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is an African-American holiday created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chair of African Studies at California State University, Long...
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Steven Scott
, Grader for the Ontario Jail Ministry
What is Kwanzaa? Should a Christian celebrate Kwanzaa?
Maulana Ron Karenga, {born Ronald McKinley Everett on July 14. 1941}, created Kwanzaa in 1966 as the first specifically African American holiday. Karenga...
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Andrew Knight
Where are scriptures on the Holy Spirit outpouring?
Acts 2 takes place on the day of Pentecost. There were gathered with the apostles women and brethren, in total about 120 (Acts 1:14-15). The bible says they...
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What is Swedenborgianism?
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What is religiosity?
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Does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean we can lose our salvation?
Yes we can lose our salvation, by 'falling away', or turning away from God. God always says as long has you keep my commandments I will keep you. There is no...
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Mike Dumais
Was Saint Peter the first Pope?
The Bible is written with many levels of meaning, in double entendres, many times triple and more entendres. “Be to me a rock of refuge, to which I may...
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Kelli Hamann
, Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Teacher, Musician
What was the counsel of Ahithophel?
Ahithopel served as the revered and respected counselor to both David and Absalom. He was loyal to David until he believed it was prudent to abandon him and...