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  1. What does Philippians 2:5-9 mean for us regarding using him as an example?
  2. Why were we “children” or “objects” of wrath? Ephesians 2:3
  3. Why hamstring perfectly good horses? Joshua 11:6
  4. "Did King David abuse his royal power in his relationship with Bathsheba?"
  5. Why is God's wrath often spoken of in the Bible as drinking wine to the dregs?
  6. Was man brought forth in iniquity or made upright? Psalm 51:5
  7. What is the point of each word picture in Psalm 36:5-9?
  8. Where in scripture are there verses to support meeting the needs of a pastor?
  9. Did King David rape Bathsheba?
  10. Why is there a discrepancy in the numbers in 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18?


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Can a woman be a pastor or preacher?

August 16 2014

Answer by JD Abshire

What is the Biblical concept of righteousness?

I very much agree with Thomas in that we need to make a clear distinction between righteous acts, good deeds, etc..., and the righteousness provided by and...

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

What is the Biblical concept of righteousness?

Righteousness broadly means right standing, right believing and right living. We normally focus our attention on Abraham's faith, but we should focus on the...

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Is there a purpose for women beyond being the helpmate of man?

August 16 2014

Answer by Vin Smith , Concert Pianist. Piano Tuner. Talk Show Host. Novelist.

Why is praising God important?

There is an old saying, out of sight, out of mind. When we forget to pray and forget to praise our Creator, then we can more easily slip into backsliding....

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Answer by Stephen Irie

Does John 3:5 teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?

The rich verse on how to be saved is found in Romans 10:9-10, and that passage does NOT mention water baptism. We need to be careful here with the Scripture....

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Did Christ appear to men in the Old Testament? If so, where?

August 15 2014

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What is the Southern Baptist Convention and what do Southern Baptists believe?

August 15 2014

Question by Takawira Mupoperi

Did Peter prohibit women from braiding their hair?

1 Peter 3:3

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Answer by Shanna Duck , "Let a search be made in the royal archives..." Ezra 5:17 NIV

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

I understand this disagreement at a personal level. I have a master's degree in a history-related field, was an archivist/curator for a number of years, and...

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Answer by Donna Virgin

Is there a difference between the "judgement seat of Christ" and the "great white throne" judgement?

The judgement seat of Christ is where He will judge us Christians who are in heaven on our works that we did on earth, and we will receive rewards for what...

August 15 2014 1 More Answer Follow Vote Up

Answer by Jennifer Rothnie , Housewife, Artist, Perpetually Curious

What did Jesus mean by "My hour has not yet come"?

He meant that the hour for him to show Himself as Messiah and king of the Jews had not yet arrived. In a broader view, His hour did not "fully come" until He...

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Do we have an appointed time of death?

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Can a woman be a pastor or preacher?

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What does the Bible say about the end of the world?

August 15 2014

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How should a Christian view the idea of auras?

Auras are believed to be subtle energy fields or fields of light emanating from human beings, as well as all living things, surrounding them like a bubble....

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Why does God require faith?

August 15 2014

Answer by Danny Hickman , Believer in The Gospel Of Jesus Christ

How can Heaven be perfect if all of our loved ones are not there?

I believe the most significant benefit to taking on a glorified existence in Christ after we have been delivered from this body of death, will be to finally...

August 14 2014 2 Comments 5 More Answers Follow Vote Up

Question by Larry Wiseman , A follower of Jesus since 1972 and still enjoying learning.

Why did James warn that "not many should become teachers" when Paul tells us to "covet the better gifts"?

1 Corinthians 12:29-31 Teaching is third among the list of gifts, and so should be one of the 'greater gifts'.

James 3:1

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Answer by Kombo Linnet

Can a woman/wife be a pastor or preacher?

Jesus came to bring a new law, the greatest commandment of all, which is LOVE. Paul on the other hand didn't give us commandments, he gave us instructions...

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Answer by Jon Blackburn

Did Jesus feeding the five thousand include women and children as well?

The answer is in the text: "And those who ate were about five thousand men, besides women and children."

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Answer by JD Abshire

Why did Jesus tell the women to weep for themselves and their children?

As almighty God he knew of the impending persecution, death and destruction that would be in Israel's future which has continued for almost 2,000 years....

August 14 2014 2 Comments Follow Vote Up

Question by Anonymous
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Why did Jesus tell the women to weep for themselves and their children?

Luke 23:28 "But turning to them Jesus said, "Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for me, but weep for yourselves and for your children".

Luke 23:26 - 30

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Answer by S. Michael Houdmann , Got Questions Ministries
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Was Jesus a pacifist?

According to Webster's dictionary, a pacifist is someone who is opposed to violence, especially war, for any purpose, often accompanied by the refusal to...

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Answer by Frantz Philossaint

Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead?

This is a very interesting story in the bible. Most people believe that Samuel was present in this meeting but the bible proves otherwise. Not for one moment...

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

Why doesn't God let everyone know Him by letting all men see His face?

It is not clear if even the Angels, the Cherubims, or even the Seraphims have seen the face of God. As to say whoever has seen God face to face could be of...

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Question by ida Juenger

What did Jesus mean by "My hour has not yet come"?

"And Jesus said to her, "Woman, what has this to do with me? My hour has not yet come." John 2:4

John 2:1 - 4

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Answer by Judith Tungwarara , former pa secretary, hair stylist, Pastor!

Is salvation created by faith or is faith created by salvation?

It is faith that leads to salvation! (Romans10v13-14) For whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call on Him in whom they...

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What are spiritual blessings?

August 14 2014

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Why did Jesus say authority was given to him to execute judgement because he is the "Son of Man"? Wouldn't "Son of God" make more sense?

August 14 2014

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What does it mean to be poor in spirit?

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If Jesus was God, why did He call God "My God?"

August 14 2014

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What is righteousness ?

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Question by Julian Grear

Is it sinful to be unforgiving in just a few cases and why?

I understand that the bible tells us to forgive, but there are many things that happened to me that made me feel inferior to others. I really want to describ...

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How should a woman dress to go to church?

There is nothing worse than seeing women dressed inappropriately when attending church. I'm not suggesting complete head to toe cover, but skirts or dresses...

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Should all pronouns referring to God be capitalized?

Many people struggle with this question. Some, believing it shows reverence for God, capitalize all pronouns that refer to God. Others, believing the "rules"...

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Answer by John Hodge , Retired manufacturing/human resources

Should all pronouns referring to God be capitalized?

The main thing is that 'God', whether being referred to by noun, pronoun or otherwise, be 'capitalized' in our hearts.

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What are hymns? What is the value of hymns in worship?

A hymn is a song of praise. In ancient Greek culture, ahymnoswas musical praise directed to the gods or heroes of the day. In Christianity, hymns are...

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What is the value of pastoral counseling?

The value of counseling by a pastor is many-faceted. Pastoral counseling can be defined as counseling by a church pastor directed to an individual or couple...

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If you have a lot of debt, can you temporarily stop tithing while paying off the debt?

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Why did God allow Satan and the demons to sin?

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How should Christians react to the death of evil people?

August 14 2014

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What was the First Great Awakening? What was the Second Great Awakening?

The First Great Awakening (c. 1735-1743) and the Second Great Awakening (c.1795-1830) were theologically significant in that they helped to shape Christian...

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What are the angels doing today?

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Answer by Lynn Willis , Obedient Daughter of the High King of the Universe

What should a Christian lady do if she's been dating a man from her church who starts to touch her inappropriately?

Firstly, no godly man would EVER use God as an excuse to act sexually inappropriately! That's a low one if you ask me. We ALL have temptations re: sex....

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Question by Gary Creel

Why doesn't God let everyone know Him by letting all men see His face?

Have angels & Satan seen God face to face? Why can't humans look on God and live?

August 14 2014 2 Answers Follow Vote Up

Answer by Kaitlyn Nicole

What should a Christian woman do if she discovers that her husband is a homosexual?

I have had some indirect experience with this. My mother found out that my father was gay a little while after my brother was born. I will tell you, it CAN...

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