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  1. Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?
  2. What does this verse mean that even the demons believe in Jesus (James 2:19)?
  3. Why did they write God's name on their hands (Isaiah 44:3)?
  4. Will the Jews have another chance to accept Jesus as their Messiah when He returns?
  5. How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?
  6. Is it right for a Christian nation to strong arm another country to carry its Christian values?
  7. How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?
  8. Why has Christianity portrayed Jesus as White?
  9. Can you suggest a Bible verse for someone who has been wronged and is struggling with feelings of revenge?
  10. How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'


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Answer by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

Why has Christianity portrayed Jesus as White?

As a descendant of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and Abraham being from Ur of the Chaldeans, Jesus was likely middle- to light-brown. But many cultures portray...

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Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Is it right for a Christian nation to strong arm another country to carry its Christian values?

In actuality, there is no such thing as a "Christian nation". Christianity is on an individual basis today. Any single person living today can become a true...

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Question by WESLEY BARNARD

Why has Christianity portrayed Jesus as White?

The Bible provides clear evidence that Jesus should be portrayed as a dark brown-skinned man.

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Who are the people of God?

The phrase "people of God" typically refers to those who are in a covenant relationship with God, encompassing both the Israelites in the Old Testament and...

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Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'

Christ's resurrection is proof that the atonement He alone could make at the cross was the sufficient payment for our sins. Because of this, believers have...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Why didn't the disciples always recognize Jesus after His resurrection?

Luke 24:16 says that the two disciples on the road to Emmaus were "kept from recognizing Him." This suggests that God supernaturally prevented them from...

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Question by Anonymous
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How do you personally understand the meaning of 'living hope?'

1 Peter 1:3 speaks of God's great mercy and the 'new birth into a living hope.'

1 Peter 1:3-12

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

What does it mean that we are not to love the world?

According to my Greek dictionary, the Greek word for world comes from another Greek word meaning "an orderly arrangement that is an adornment". In other...

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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?

Jeremiah 23:3: And I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all countries whither I have driven them, and will bring them again to their folds; and they...

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Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Can you suggest a Bible verse for someone who has been wronged and is struggling with feelings of revenge?

Matt 5:38-40 "Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever...

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Answer by Leslie Coutinho

Who is Daniel 7:14 talking about, God or Christ?

Daniel 7:14: And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an...

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Answer by Silas Cheung

What does the Bible say about being poor?

For those spiritually poor, Jesus in Matt 5 said that they are blessed. But in Rev 3. they are miserable. I think the difference is that those in Matt 5 knew...

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Is God compassionate or ferocious (Lamentations 3:22)?

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Why is Christian doctrine so divisive?

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What is the book of Leviticus?

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Answer by WESLEY BARNARD

Was Jesus black?

Was Jesus Black? I think the better question is: “Was Jesus White?” For the most part, from the 16th century to date, Christianity has steadfastly portrayed...

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Answer by WESLEY BARNARD

Why didn't the disciples always recognize Jesus after His resurrection?

I believe the reason the disciples of Jesus did not recognize him after his resurrection from the dead is because he manifested a different physical...

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Answer by Shirley H , Wife, mother, veteran in the spiritual war we all face!

Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?

Genesis 32:24-29: "Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of day. Now when He saw that He did not prevail against him, He...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

What was the significance of Moses putting ram's blood onto Aaron's right ear lobe, right thumb, and right big toe?

I like what the late Dr. Warren Wiersbe said about this consecration: "The unique part of the ceremony was the putting of blood and oil on the right ear,...

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What is The Living Bible (TLB)?

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

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

This was one of the topics we as students @ Arizona Bible College in Phoenix, Arizona could choose from to write a paper on. Then in Mr. Robert Bowles class...

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What does it mean to take a thought captive?

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Why did Noah release a raven? Why did he later release a dove?

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Why did Noah curse Ham / Canaan?

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Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

Will the Jews have another chance to accept Jesus as their Messiah when He returns?

Yes. When Christ returns, Israel will receive an "unction from the Holy One", and will "know all things" (1 John 2:20). He will be their God and they will be...

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Answer by Mark Vestal , Proud of nothing of myself. Freed by Christ who did it all!

How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?

The next verse (v19 in bold below) explains the purpose of why we must prepare ourselves with "the whole armor of God": Eph 6:10-19 "Finally, my brethren, be...

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Question by Anonymous
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How can we soldier up (Ephesians 6:10-18)?

The Christian life is filled with dangers, granted. The enemy continually assaults believers. How can we stand against this constant warfare?

Ephesians 6:10-20

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Answer by Robert Hibbard , Retired Christian High School Teacher

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

In reading the story I am of the opinion that the medium herself was surprised and irritated at what happened; it wasn't her doing. I believe God did bring...

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Answer by Donna Williams

How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?

Please allow me to say that the Old Testament was a covenant between the LORD and Abraham his servant. The LORD promised him that through his seed all...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

What is meant by the phrase "fountain of life?"

Ps 36:9 the fountain of life is a symbol of renewal and vitality, this is a common term in Proverbs (Prov 13:14; 14:27; 16:22). --Faithlife Study Bible "For...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

How much do we know about Matthew the disciple?

I am so impressed with the call of Levi (Matthew). I compare it to my own call. It beautifully highlights his transformation from a despised tax collector to...

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Answer by Paula Fether , Lifelong student of the scriptures

How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?

Whatever is claimed to be the voice of God must be in line with scripture. We are to "test the spirits" (1 John 4:1) by the Word. In the context of Ps 95; ...

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Question by Anonymous
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How can we tell when we hear God's voice (Psalm 95:7)?

"Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord our Maker; for he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his ...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

What is the book of Leviticus?

Leviticus is the 3rd book of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) and primarily focuses on laws and regulations regarding ritual practices, including sacrifices,...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Why did they write God's name on their hands (Isaiah 44:3)?

I agree with Phil Bloom that it should be Isaiah 44:5. The phrase about writing God’s name on their hands symbolizes ownership, devotion, and commitment to...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Does God expect all of us to have children?

No, I don't think God expects all people to have children. I was preaching on Genesis 1:28 and/or Psalm 127:3-5 once in a small church in Wisconsin....

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Has God broken His covenant with man, that He shall never again flood the earth? Why are many people dying because of floods all over the world today?

Marvelous question, Ma. Bernadette Lavin! Genesis 9:13 says: "I have set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be a sign of the covenant between me and the...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

What does it mean that love is kind?

"Kindness makes a person attractive. If you would win the world, melt it, do not hammer it." - Alexander Maclaren "[Love] 'Is kind'(χρηστεύεται). Only here...

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Answer by Phil Bloom , retired, BibleCollege graduate

Who are the people of God?

This may be a longer curve to answer the question but, I think that this answers the question in maybe a different point. I wrote this when I was attending...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

Why is Christian doctrine so divisive?

Jesus said: "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life! No one comes to the father except through me!" This statement in itself creates division in itself between...

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Answer by Billy P Eldred

Why was God so angry at David for taking the census?

To me this is a short answer. Why did David take a census? Because he was checking his power to go into war. You will notice that in the census, it lists how...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Who are the remnant whom the Lord calls?

A very learned question, Lawrie! I have three remarks about the remnant. 1. Israel’s Failure and the Faithful Few At Mount Sinai, all of Israel accepted God’...

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Answer by Janet Austin , Lover of God. Right to the Soul, author

What are prayer beads? Is it okay to use beads while praying?

I like Linda’s story and agree with Mr Houdmann’s info. Just want to add two things. I heard the most interesting response to the use of the rosary last week...

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Answer by Jack Gutknecht , ABC/DTS graduate, guitar music ministry Baptist church

Why do some Bible verse teach there is 'no fear in love', but other verses seem to say the opposite?

Good question, Georg! The "fear" spoken of in Proverbs 9:10 is about reverence, respect, and submission to God's authority—it's the kind of fear that...

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