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  1. What's the meaning of this "flying scroll"? (5:1)
  2. What witnessing principles can Christians learn from the lepers' response in 2 Kings 7:3–9?
  3. Why include a final warning about adding or subtracting from this book? Revelation 22:18-19
  4. What does it mean that Christ "was crucified in weakness" (2 Cor. 13:4)?
  5. What does judgment mean in this passage?
  6. Why does Zimri execute the friends, as well as the family of Baasha (1 Kings 16:11)?
  7. When did the diaspora which Peter mentions in 1 Peter 1 start and end?
  8. Why does Jezebel call Jehu "Zimri" in 2 Kings 9:31?
  9. What is the role of Elihu in the book of Job?
  10. How do we develop the "fruit of the Spirit"? Galatians 5:22-26


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Answer by cheryl richardson , Cheryl Richardson

Who / what were the Nephilim?

And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, that the sons of God saw the daughters of men...

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Is hell real? Is hell eternal?

September 06 2014

Answer by Erin Ponzo

Why should I (a Muslim) consider becoming a Christian?

Take the time to read Isaiah 52-54 from the Old Testement. You will see it is clearly the spoken word of the Lord our God reffering to the Salvation that was...

September 05 2014 1 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Carl Naitram

What is the outer darkness in Matthew 22:13?

The term outer darkness means outside of the light. The word OUTER mean outside not extreme...like outer space. The parable is primarily Jewish in its...

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What is the difference between "The law of Moses" and the "The ten commandments of God"?

September 05 2014

Answer by Bob Hall , Married best friend, Dad- 6, GDad- 17, GrGdad- 3, 1 Poodle

Should a husband be older than his wife?

Swiss Psychiatrist, Paul Tournier, in his book Guilt and Grace says that each of us has both a ‘person’ and a ‘persona’. The person is who we really are,...

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How can I recognize and understand biblical symbolism?

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Why did Satan think he could defeat God?

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What is the meaning of the yin and the yang?

September 05 2014

Question by Ree Collins

What did the term " the high places " mean in verse 33 of 2 Chronicles?

2 Chronicles 20:1 - 37

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Answer by Jeremiah Kaaya , Pastor at Springs of Power Church, Teacher by professional

What should we learn from the account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego?

In the book of Daniel 3, we learn of the strong heartedness of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, in the face of a mighty king of an empire of Babylon that had...

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Answer by Jyotish Mishra , Saved by grace through faith in JESUS CHRIST.

Do we have to be on our knees to pray?

While it is true that no where we have been commanded to pray upon our knees yet for every spiritual activity we have to follow our Lord Jesus Christ who is...

September 05 2014 1 Comments 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by donna swanson

How should a Christian view gun control?

actually the verse thou shalt not kill is translated to thou shalt not murder. All through the Bible people were told to protect their families and lands....

September 05 2014 16 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jennifer Henkel , Bible/History Middle School Teacher, Lover of the OT!

Is it permissible for Christian women to shave their legs?

This issue is purely cultural, and in the United States and Canada, it is common and considered normal behavior for women to shave armpits and legs. Shaved...

September 05 2014 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Ed Smith , Retired teacher

What are some good books for a Christian to read?

In my opinion the best book on the market today is available at Amazon.com. The book is small so it doesn't take long to read. The title is "The Preacher Has...

September 05 2014 6 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Nancy Dunbar

Is it permissible for Christian women to shave their legs?

Is there any reason a Christian woman should not shave their legs, unless of course they have a skin condition that would be aggravated by doing so? Hairy...

September 05 2014 2 Comments 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Vince Terranova

Why are there so many different Christian interpretations? If all Christians have the same Bible, and the same Holy Spirit, should not Christians be able to agree?

I totally agree with Mr. Houdman's answer. To me, there is no better scripture than 1 Cor. 2: 9-14. Several years ago, I was experiencing deep anguish with...

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Why was Jesus baptized? Why was Jesus' baptism important?

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What is the unpardonable sin / unforgivable sin?

September 05 2014

Answer by George Delmindo

Why did Lamech say he should be avenged seventy-seven times to his wives?

Lamech boasted to his two wives about killing a man for injuring him and a young man for hurting him. The statement of Lamech as recorded in Gen 4:23-24 must...

September 05 2014 1 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by mark wilkinson , retired school teacher and missionary

What are the pros and cons of short-term missions?

For a younger person who engages in short-term mission they bring enthusiasm and energy and, hopefully some practical skills. As a long-term missionary I...

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Answer by Jennifer Goss , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Which authors of the gospels were not apostles?

At least 13 of the books of the New Testament were written by the Apostle Paul. Of the original 12 Apostles, Matthew, John, and Peter wrote 8 books between...

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Answer by Jennifer Goss , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Which authors of the gospels were not apostles?

At least 13 of the books of the New Testament were written by the Apostle Paul. Of the original 12 Apostles, Matthew, John, and Peter wrote 8 books between...

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Question by Gary Creel

Why is God considered to be good?

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Answer by Thomas Mathew , A retired Defence Scientist from Indian Defence R&D Orgn.

How does living under grace apply to the Old Testament laws of the Ten Commandments?

This morning I happened to read an article about law and grace. Is grace a license to sin? Does 'not under law' mean grace has replaced it? I was slightly...

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Question by cathryn erving

What caused Sarah's death?

Genesis 25:1 - 27:46

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Answer by Ben Amanambu , Engineer,estate developer, pastor,hospital chapel Abuja nig.

What did the Apostle Paul mean when he said, "Their god is their stomache and their glory is their shame?"

Paul is referring to those who are seeking Christ, not for righteous living, but simply for what they will eat--people who think that godliness is a means of...

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Do Christians still have the gifts of the Spirit today, such as, speaking in tongues and healing?

September 05 2014

Answer by Raymond F. Beaton

Does Jesus have more mercy, compassion, and empathy than God the Father?

The Lord, our God, is one manifesting Himself in the Trinity. The differences between the members of the Trinity are only in their divinely purposed...

September 04 2014 2 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Sherry Anderson

What is transubstantiation?

My understanding of transubstantiation is in some ways like the above but in other ways different. Jesus' glorified body is present in the consecrated host...

September 04 2014 1 Comments 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Doreen Lovell , Evangelist and Prayer Intercessor

Why did Lamech say he should be avenged seventy-seven times to his wives?

These verses are referred to as the song of Lamech. They culminate centuries of ungodly living among the descendants of Cain. Cain's desire was to establish...

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Answer by DONNA HENDERSHOT

Is saying OMG or words like 'geez' still taking the Lord's name in vain?

When I say the words, "Oh My God" I am not using God's name in vain. An example would be the following: When my first granddaughter was born I remember...

September 04 2014 22 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Bob Johnson , Layperson. Self Educated Theologically - see full bio

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

I used to be a "dyed-in-the-wool" believer in the pre-tribulation rapture position. That is, until that wool was removed from being pulled over my eyes. Ok,...

September 04 2014 6 Comments 21 More Answers Follow Vote Up

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Answer by JD Abshire

Why did Noah curse Ham / Canaan?

Let's take a look at what scripture says. Genesis 9:18 "And the sons of Noah, that went forth of the ark, were Shem, and Ham, and Japheth: and Ham is the...

September 04 2014 4 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jyotish Mishra , Saved by grace through faith in JESUS CHRIST.

When is the Rapture going to occur in relation to the Tribulation?

It is written in John3:36 that he/she who believes in The Lord Jesus Christ has everlasting life but he/she who does not believe in Jesus Christ will not see...

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Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

Why did Lamech say he should be avenged seventy-seven times to his wives?

Scripture does not go into great detail on this occurrence. It could be, as Doreen mentioned, due to Lamech's pride. However, ancient Jewish writings present...

September 04 2014 1 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Salem Markus Purba

Does God love me?

Certainly, yes God does love us if we love Jesus and obey what He commands us (John 14: 15-18; Deuteronomy 28 :1-14). Once we know God loves us, we should...

September 04 2014 2 Comments 8 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Meluleki Maphosa , Amateur Bible Student

Who / what were the Nephilim?

Who were the Nephilim? In my humble opinion the Nephilim could not have been the offspring of sexual relationships between the sons of God and daughters of...

September 04 2014 4 Comments 7 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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How do I comfort someone who has been abused?

What should I say when dealing with things like long-term abuse, rape, etc?

Romans 12:15 - 16

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Answer by Hairy Animals

Is it okay to get tattoos if they are of a Christian nature?

Leviticus 19:28 says: Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I am the LORD. "Print any marks upon you." If...

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