What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
I will be brief. In such questions you have to remember the Fall. Genesis chapters 1-3 are so important to understanding our existence and our relationship...
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What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
I have had a struggle myself when I read bumper stickers that say, "Pray for our troops"...indicating that we do not pray for other countries' troops? And...
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Carol Renshaw
Can we interpret and apply Old Testament prophecy to our times?
Ezekiel 38:1 - 23
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Anonymous
Are souls in Heaven aware of who is there and who is not?
Will you be upset if someone is not there?
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Thomas Mathew
, A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.
What are the expressions of the Holy Spirit -led Church
Expressions of the Holy Spirit - led church are worship, fellowship, discipleship, evangelism, serving, healing/ delivering and giving / generosity. Today,...
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Leon Penny
, Minister, Retired medical practioner. Special interest in
What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
For God so loved the world that he gave his only son God let his son to defend from the enemy. In Joshua 6..21, the army destroyed everyone and everything....
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Kathy Woo
, Student and Teacher; Biblical Life Breakthrough Coach
Is abuse an acceptable reason for divorce?
I was in an emotionally and verbally abusive relationship for 35 years. I tried everything possible to make a dysfunctional relationship work, but my husband...
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Ed Smith
, Retired teacher
Is observing the Ten Commandments more important than observing commands in other parts of the Bible?
The Ten Commandments were wonderful instructions for the Jews. But they were for the Jews before Christ died on the cross. Since the death of Christ we have...
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Anonymous
Why is God's appearance described as like a jasper and a sardius stone?
Also, what type of stone is 'sardius'?
Revelation 4:3
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Is it Biblical that circumstances often get harder right before the breakthrough?
I often hear Christians say that trials will get harder right before the miracle happens and that is why we have to keep persevering. Is this a Biblical truth?
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JD Abshire
Why did Jesus say the poor widow who had given two mites, had given more than all the rest of the rich men had given?
Considering the widow had given all she had, I agree that she gave more than all the others. However, if we follow the context beginning in Luke chapter 20...
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Michael Ortiz
Does going out to the bar drinking affect the Holy Spirit?
Ephesians 4:29 - 31
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Do Christians have the authority to rebuke the devil?
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Jennifer Goss
, Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious
Will the Holy Spirit be present during the tribulation?
Yes, the Holy Spirit is with us in times of tribulation, and will certainly remain with us in any future Great Tribulation there may be (Luke 21:5-19, John...
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Hairy Animals
How should a Christian respond to beggars?
To begin with, what are beggars? Poor, homeless people, right? The Bible commands us to be kind to needy and give to the poor. Acts 20:35 - I have shewed you...
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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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Why did Jesus say 'Father, forgive them' on the cross?
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How should Christians respond to global poverty and hunger?
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What does the Bible say about anointing oil?
Anointing oil, mentioned 20 times in Scripture, was used in the Old Testament for pouring on the head of the high priest and his descendants and sprinkling...
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Georg Kouz
What does God say about a soldier taking a life in war, or a policeman on the job?
Exodus 20:13 You shall not murder. More clear could not be written. You shall not murder, without any open parenthesis for any exceptions. 2 Kings 19:35 That...
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Michael Sisson
What religion were Paul and Peter?
"What religion was Paul and Peter?" Both Peter and Paul were Jewish, and both remained Torah observant Jews even after coming to faith in Jesus Christ. The...
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Mike Dumais
Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God?
Apologists should understand Christianity has long held that it is the religion of logic. The question itself "Do Christians and Muslims believe in the same...
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Ed Smith
, Retired teacher
What religion were Paul and Peter?
Peter and Paul were not members of any denomination. There were no such things in Bible times. Even the Catholic church was not started for several hundred...
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What is Calvinism and is it biblical? What are the five points of Calvinism?
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Does God punish us when we sin?
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Bob Johnson
, Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio
Was the Holy Spirit with the people of the Old Testament?
Easy answer: In Psalm 51:11, David says: "Do not cast me away from Your presence And do not take Your Holy Spirit from me." So, the Holy Spirit was in/with...
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When a divorced person asks for forgiveness, is s/he simply forgiven, or does s/he have to make amends?
If a person has been living a sinful life and unjustly divorced his/her spouse, will s/he be forgiven by God just by asking? Or does s/he have to make amends...
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Gary Creel
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Ezekiel Kimosop
Is it wrong for a Christian husband and wife to attend separate churches?
Unless the couple lives apart in terms of work related distance I find no biblical basis for attending separate churches. Perhaps someone may argue that this...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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What is the power of prayer?
The idea that power is inherent in prayer is a very popular one. According to the Bible, the power of prayer is, quite simply, the power of God, who hears...
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Cindy Jennings
, Disciple
What does the Bible say about altar calls? Are altar calls biblical?
As to why churches have altars today--there is no good reason for them. The altars were where the Jewish priests sacrified the animals as a temporary...
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Ron Hartwig
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Michael Tinsley
, Retired Army veteran. Love my Bible (Jesus) and fishing.
If I do not forgive others, does that mean my sins are not forgiven?
Remember Jesus hadn't been crucified yet when He told his disciples about forgiveness (Matthew 6:14-15), so they were still under the Law of Moses which does...
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Hairy Animals
Is observing the Ten Commandments more important than observing commands in other parts of the Bible?
Matthew chapter 5 says, "Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets; I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill. For verily I say unto you,...
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Should a Christian exercise? Is exercise something Christians should be focused on?
As with many things in life, there are extremes in the area of exercise. Some people focus entirely on spirituality, to the neglect of their physical bodies....
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Jillian Tompane
Why was it that when "God's spirit" came on Saul and his men, it caused them all to prophesy by ranting in gibberish and tearing off their clothes?
This doesn't seem to me like something God would want to happen, or something we would expect to see happen when someone prophesies.
1 Samuel 19:22 - 23
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S. Michael Houdmann
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Why is finding true love so difficult?
We all have a desire to love and be loved. We experience different levels of love from parents, siblings, friends, and others. But most of us also want to...
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, "Let a search be made in the royal archives..." Ezra 5:17 NIV
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Does our tithe all have to go to our church or can part of it go to a Christian ministry?
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Is there any value to a spiritual gifts test/inventory/assessment?
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David Robinson
, Army 1SG, firefighter, consultant (CFPS) - retired from all!
How is holiness compared and contrasted with righteousness?
Wow! Great question! I don't think justice can be done to it with a mere 4000 characters, but I'll throw out some ideas that I hope will be helpful. As your...
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What is theophostic counseling, and is it biblical?
The word "theophostic" comes from two Greek words which mean "God" and "light." Theophostic counseling is essentially "God bringing to light the truth."...
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Peggy Johnson
, Local Busness Owner-Retired
When is it acceptable to stop having sex with your spouse?
Sexual contact may become less desirable after menopause, though intimacy is still in abundance.
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
What religion were Paul and Peter?
Personally, I am yet to hear of any one religious sect claim Paul was a member. However, his teachings is a basis for many of the various denominations. But...
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Meluleki Maphosa
, Amateur Bible Student
Are some sins worse than others?
This a very crucial question to Christian growth. Answering it addresses to critical issues: 1. We are at risk of thinking thst our sins are too big/ great...
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Jeremiah Kaaya
, Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional
Why did Jesus say the poor widow who had given two mites, had given more than all the rest of the rich men had given?
As people slotted in their offerings, Jesus was standing by watching closely. For He must have had a vested interest in the giving. And on account of what He...
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Emanuel khangale
Does Mark 16:16 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
Yes the baptism is necessary for salvation as the bible says in the book of (Mar 16:16) whoever believes and is baptized will be saved; whoever does not...
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Cindy Jennings
, Disciple
What religion were Paul and Peter?
Both Peter and Paul were born and raised Jews, as was Jesus Himself. However, once they received the Holy Spirit, they became Christians as believers in...