http://www.answerbag.com/profile/800 New Answerbag answers from wfbrad Wed, 30 May 2012 14:40:39 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 14:40:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8714176 I am thinking of doing a dramatic recitation from memory of some Bible verses in Church. What passage do you think I should recite? I am thinking ~20 verses or so.<br /><br />John 1/ That is my favorite chapter in the Bible. Nothing like being clearly told exactly who we worship and why. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:59:27 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8714176 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4689334 Why would someone who just had Ecclesiastes 9:5 read to them tell you that they pray for their dead loved ones in "purgatory"?<br /><br />Good question. The verse says nothing about pergatory, nor does the chapter, nor does the Bible. They probably would pray for the dead so they would not be forgotten, which is what Solomon is talking about here. Once you die, your memory fades from the world. Solomon is not speaking of the... Mon, 24 Nov 2008 05:31:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4689334 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4488734 What are some old television shows that you miss?<br /><br />The Rifleman, wonderfully cheauvanistic, I loved it Rawhide, Clint Eastwood as a young guy...go figger WKRP in Cinncinnati, Goofy but it grew on me, like fungus Tue, 04 Nov 2008 17:27:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4488734 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4139190 I believe that God has mercy on the souls that just can't take life's situations (sometimes there is just too much to bear), and unfortunately end up taking their own. Is there any input from the Bible that supports my beliefs?<br /><br />God shows mercy to everyone, even though we don&#039;t deserve it. I cannot answer the question any better than anyone else as to whether God forgives a suicide, but personally I think He does. Some people say that suicide is the ultimate selfish act, and their argument has merit, but the... Mon, 29 Sep 2008 06:14:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4139190 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3903666 Is there a Christian Religion called Four corners? Is it an offshoot of a different denomination? What is their belief system and Organizational Structure? Where can I find this on the net?<br /><br />There is an off shoot of the Pentacostal denomination called the four square church. They have a website at www.foursquare.org. Mon, 01 Sep 2008 11:22:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3903666 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3770329 This is an opinion question. Who do you believe was the hardest preacher in the Bible, and why? Paul preached very hard in his epistles, the O.T. prophets were pretty harsh too. What do you think?<br /><br />Let me give an example of what I&#039;m looking for, my opinion is that Jesus was the hardest preacher in the bible. Consider some of the things He said: Matthew 8:21-22 And another of his disciples said unto him, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father. But Jesus said unto him, Follow... Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:34:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3770329 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3770034 What is the difference between Protestant religion and Baptist religion?<br /><br />Most Baptists believe their church has been around since Jesus called the first apostles. We beleive we are the original church Luke was talikng about in Acts: Acts 11:26 And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves... Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:54:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3770034 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3768948 Why is it that so many of the non-denominational churches have preachers who are schooled Baptists? (I see this in TX) Is there a problem with being Baptist or going to a Baptist church?<br /><br />My personal opinion is that right now, Baptists are getting a bad rap. The world does not like the name Baptist nor want to be associated with us. There are a lot of baptist churches changing their names to community church, or christian center to get more people in the pews, but they still teach... Sat, 16 Aug 2008 09:43:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3768948 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3731894 Why do so many people have a problem with the Christian religion? They want to take "under God" out of the Pledge of Allegiance or have us say Happy Holidays instead of Merry Christmas. Why is it that they don't mind all the satanist crap out there?<br /><br />I think because Christianity teaches an all knowing and all seeing God has established a set of standards. If you fail to meet the standards, as we all do, you must go to Him and ask forgiveness. That makes the rebellious world want to strike out in hate. They will not accept that they are... Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:37:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3731894 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3731843 I understand that Eliot Spitzer would attend church with his Baptist wife and three daughters in Harlem. Do you think he will turn to God in his time of distress?<br /><br />Very likely he will. That is, after all the only way to even begin to get his life back on track. Without the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and getting back into fellowship with God he&#039;d just make things worse. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:26:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3731843 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3727668 What do Baptists believe regarding good works earning rewards in heaven and what scriptures support the beliefs?<br /><br />To answer the question about works earning rewards in heaven, yes we do believe that. Good works start to count after we are saved, and if they are done to glorify God, and not ourselves. That will be decided by Jesus who is our judge. As far as scripture supporting, here you go. 2 Timothy 4:8... Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:13:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3727668 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713795 Why does the Baptist faith openly persecute the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day saints? (Anti-Mormon sunday school, books etc.)<br /><br />Because the Bible says to. We are to publicly and sharply rebuke those who preach a false doctrine. Titus 1:10-16 For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision: Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole houses, teaching things which they... Sun, 10 Aug 2008 06:51:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713795 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713771 If Baptism isn't a necessary part of salvation, then why did Jesus mention it, and Peter claim it was necessary?<br /><br />Baptism is not necessary to enter heaven. Only faith in Jesus&#039; promises is required. However Jesus said in the book of John that if you love Him you will keep His commandments. This does not mean the ten commandments only, but every word that proceedeth from His mouth. He directed men to... Sun, 10 Aug 2008 06:44:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713771 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713736 What is the age that Baptists are allowed to start dating?<br /><br />Really it depends on the parents, and their feelings about the spiritual strength of the girl and the boy. I myself did not let my oldest daughter date until she was 18, and then only in a group. My youngest daughter(16) has yet to go. I did give her permission to attend the prom this year, but... Sun, 10 Aug 2008 06:35:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713736 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713719 Where can I find a Bible based website for young people (ages 20's-30's)?<br /><br />In any book store, it&#039;s called the Holy Bible, King James Version. EDIT: Sorry, I misread your question. You were asking about a website, not a Bible version. I like www.learnthebible.org. It is not geared especially for peopele in their 20-30, but for everyone. It is the website of... Sun, 10 Aug 2008 06:29:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3713719 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3709196 Why do Baptists give 10% of their money to the church?<br /><br />WOW! It looks like I really opened a can of worms. Some people really have a lot of bitterness about not being helped by their own church. I cannot begin to explain why this happened, but some things are evident in these answers. 1. Some people expect a return from tithing in this world. That... Sat, 09 Aug 2008 15:54:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3709196 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3708430 Why do Baptists give 10% of their money to the church?<br /><br />I know I am answering my own question, but from some comments here in this board, I felt the opportunity should be given for others to express their reasons for tithing. There seem to be a lot of people who think the church misuses the money, or that the church is only after your money. I would... Sat, 09 Aug 2008 14:01:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3708430 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3708040 How do Baptists feel about gambling?<br /><br />I am a Baptist too, and gambling is a sin. The reason we belive that is this. All resources we have in life come from God, by His provision for our needs. If He gives us more than we need, as is almost always the case, then we are to use it for His glory. It does not glorify God to demonstrate in... Sat, 09 Aug 2008 13:12:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3708040 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3707972 If a Catholic women, divorces her Baptist husband, after being married in a Episcopalian church, is she the only one who has to get an annullment? What are the rules for a Baptist to remarry in a church after being married already in a Chistian church?<br /><br />First of all the divorce would have to have been for a scriptural reason. Adultery, abandonment by an unsaved spouse, and that&#039;s about it. The prospective newlyweds would have to both be saved. They would definately have to go through premarital counseling, and that would not guarantee a... Sat, 09 Aug 2008 13:00:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3707972 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3612485 This is a question about Christianity in general. In Leviticus it gives very specific rules about what people are allowed to eat. For example, they aren't supposed to eat shell fish or meat with cheese. Why is it that Christians don't<br /><br />Here&#039;s exactly why: 1 Timothy 4:3 Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth. 1 Timothy 4:4 For every creature of God is good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received... Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:59:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3612485 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3612381 Does God punish our children for what we do?<br /><br />There is punishment for sin, and then there is punishment for sin. Is God going to chastise the child for the father&#039;s sin? Maybe, but not as most here think about it. There is a radio commercial here where I live, with a teenage voice saying I got to stand up for myself, cause nobody... Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:42:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3612381 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3612044 I ask for forgivness all the time, I still sin alot in my heart. I wish God would punnish "me" not my Son. how can I make this happen? He is an addict, I love him, Please help! it would be better if I were dead, so he would be left alone.<br /><br />What would be the best thing to come for your son? Certainly not your death, nor your punishment from God. The best thing would be for him to get away from the drugs, and clean himself up, right? Sometimes you are to be the agent of change for a loved one who is addicted. Get him saved! Then go... Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:00:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3612044 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3611494 Is peircing/tatooing your body a sin or is there simply reference to certain people in the Bible not being allowed to do it?<br /><br />MY PERSONAL OPINION I believe that it is sin to pierce your body, and also to draw permanent pictures on it. Someone already brought up the point that our bodies were bought for a price, and Jesus owns them now, no graffiti. It was law to the Jews in the old testament, so that they could... Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:47:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3611494 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3611058 On the site www.getshook.com is the free gift of salvation correct?<br /><br />I&#039;d say rhis site is 95 percent correct. From a Baptist point of view there is way too much emphasis on the water, without explaining that the water mentioned in his niv verses is the living water given freely by Christ, thet we never thirst again. The site makes it seem the water is in... Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:40:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3611058 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2908838 My husband of 3 years & I have been discussing Once Saved, Always Saved, which I disagree with. I need to find someone with proof from the King James Version only, or else he won't listen. Can you help?<br /><br />A Christian is supposed to be slow to anger, not fly off the handle at a lady who appears to be asking a ligitimate question, and wanting an honest answer. Be apt to teach my friend, and upbraid not. EDIT: sorry folks, this was meant as a comment for the guy who called the questioner a... Mon, 05 May 2008 06:17:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2908838 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2098904 Does the Bible say anything about masturbation being a sin? And if so, where?<br /><br />Glenn is right about being attrqacted to your spouse not sinful. The reason it is not is because the husband and wife are one flesh, joined in marriage. That is the reason the marriage bed is undefiled. I beg to differ about the statement that it is not sinful to think about sex with someone... Sun, 20 Jan 2008 20:51:55 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2098904 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1929081 My husband of 3 years & I have been discussing Once Saved, Always Saved, which I disagree with. I need to find someone with proof from the King James Version only, or else he won't listen. Can you help?<br /><br />Once saved always saved, eternal security. many verses support the idea, and I do believe them. I wonder why you dont? Anonymous gave you the veses in James, which are talking about good works after you are saved, and they are evidence that you are. These verses do not mean there is no eternal... Tue, 25 Dec 2007 07:36:26 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1929081 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1929033 Does Westboro Baptist Church even know what god is supposed to represent?<br /><br />I think they mean well, but have really gone off the deep end. A dead soldier is a trajedy. They truly are among the best our country has produced, and to celebrate their death is the ultimate in repugnance. I am a Baptist and I don&#039;t even like the thought that they use the name. They shout... Tue, 25 Dec 2007 07:09:09 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1929033 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1924240 Is it true a baptist can't have a open relationship with a catholic because bad luck would strike upon them because they are dating outside their religion?<br /><br />My youngest brother is in this very situation right now. I have no problem with him dating a Cathloic girl, nor does my pastor, my mother, my father, my anybody. We are Baptists. There is one major concern though, and this is the reason interfaith marriages have been discouraged in the past. ... Mon, 24 Dec 2007 05:28:20 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1924240 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1924125 Do you believe that homosexuals go to hell?<br /><br />Since this is the Baptist beliefs section, I will give the Baptist answer. We believe the Bible. Here is what the Bible says, draw your own conclusion. 1 Timothy 1:9-10 Knowing this, that the law is not made for a righteous man, but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and for... Mon, 24 Dec 2007 04:38:39 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1924125 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1924077 Who was the first Pope of the Catholic Church?<br /><br />The queston asked was whether Peter was the first pope. If you would like to ask another question, more pertinent to your concern, by all means do so. The question here has been answered. Mon, 24 Dec 2007 04:18:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1924077 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1919227 Is there a difference in Baptist and Southern Baptist?<br /><br />The differences are that Southern Baptist churches belong to the Southern Baptist Convention(SBC). There are American Baptists, and many others. I am an Independant Fundamental Baptist(IFB). The difference between SBC churches and IFB churches is that IFB&#039;s do not believe in a national body... Sun, 23 Dec 2007 04:22:14 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1919227 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1917792 Why are young ministers unrecognized in the church?<br /><br />In my experience, young Bible college graduates are used a whole lot. They are youth Pastors, Song Leaders, Sunday School teachers, Associate Pastors, and just about anything else the senior pastor wants them to do. Ours is the guy that drives the food bank truck around to the grocery stores to... Sat, 22 Dec 2007 20:32:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1917792 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1894818 What do Baptist's believe is the relationship between Jesus Christ and Satan? Also, what do they believe is the relationship between mankind and Christ?<br /><br />Baptists believe what the Bible says. Jesus is an eternal being, without beginning or end, was there during creation, and will be there when creation is gone. see John chapter 1 in the Bible. (Jesus is the Word) Satan was an angel. Angels are created beings just as men are. Col 1:16, 1Pet1:12,... Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:07:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1894818 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1894676 Why are young ministers unrecognized in the church?<br /><br />Could you be a little more specific in your question? Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:41:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1894676 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1868119 Do baptist have specific health beliefs?<br /><br />Only that Jesus is the great Physician, and that all real healing comes from Him. Doctors have learned much and are valuable people, and can help ease suffering but not really heal. Most Baptists are most definately against abortion, and genetic research involving embryonic stem cells, or any... Fri, 14 Dec 2007 03:41:42 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1868119 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1019186 Can a bulging disc just go away...or fix itself? Or will it just keep getting worse?<br /><br />A bulging disc will heal itself after some time, and it varies with the person and severity of the bulge. It will not be permanent, but the swelling will go down, and you will feel better for a time, until it swells again. Jim100 mentions a surgery which may help you. I also have heard of this... Tue, 26 Jun 2007 06:55:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1019186 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/828497 Is there a more modern equivalent of the expressions "May God be with you" or "May God bless you"?<br /><br />I agree with singwell and altea about this one, but I hear a lot of people just saying &quot;God Bless&quot;. Thats about as modern as you can get, I think. Anything else changes what you are trying to say if you know what I mean. To wish God&#039;s blessings on someone, you have to invoke His... Sat, 05 May 2007 06:53:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/828497 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/816246 Where in the bible does God or Christ say they need a "representative" to speak and lead religion for them?<br /><br />1 Timothy 2:5 For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; How could you be confused by that? Wed, 02 May 2007 05:15:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/816246 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/807749 Is god good to everyone or just a few people? PSA 145:9 The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works. JER 13:14 And I will dash them one against another, even the fathers and the sons together, saith the lord: I will not pity<br /><br />God is good to everyone, except those who declare themselves to be His enemy. Jeremiah 13:10 This evil people, which refuse to hear my words, which walk in the imagination of their heart, and walk after other gods, to serve them, and to worship them, shall even be as this girdle, which is... Mon, 30 Apr 2007 07:50:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/807749 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/613514 What denomination of christian are you? and why?<br /><br />Baptist. After reading the Bible and studying on it, Independent and fundamental Baptist churches are the closest thing to the true New Testament church I can find. I love that Bible preachin, and for sinners reachin. Sun, 01 Apr 2007 06:44:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/613514 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/421544 Why do so many people interpret stories such as that of Genesis literally when, for instance, chapter 1 so clearly contradicts chapter 2 chronologically?<br /><br />The Bible gives very clear instructions on what you must do in life to gain eternal lifeIt is also very clear about how you can know exactly where you will go in death. If you have not read these passages yet, please do. You, when holding the Holy Bible, are holding part of the very mind of God.... Wed, 21 Feb 2007 04:40:26 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/421544 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/421540 Why do so many people interpret stories such as that of Genesis literally when, for instance, chapter 1 so clearly contradicts chapter 2 chronologically?<br /><br />The Bible gives very clear instructions on what you must do in life to gain eternal lifeIt is also very clear about how you can know exactly where you will go in death. If you have not read these passages yet, please do. You, when holding the Holy Bible, are holding part of the very mind of God.... Wed, 21 Feb 2007 04:38:15 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/421540 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/416615 How many US states can you name, off the top of your head? I have tried a few times and have never got past 35. Can anyone, anywhere, name them all?<br /><br />I can name all of them, and even their capitols, too. I had a lot of spare time as a child.... Tue, 20 Feb 2007 04:45:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/416615 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/416609 What is your favorite cookie?<br /><br />The suger cookies at my mom makes at Christmas.Little Frosty the snowmans with frosting and red hot buttons....mmmm Tue, 20 Feb 2007 04:41:17 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/416609 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/416600 What is your favourite instrument? (music wise)<br /><br />I&#039;m a bluegrass man. Mandolin, violin,mountain dulcimer,anything with strings. Tue, 20 Feb 2007 04:32:11 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/416600 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411928 What is the Bapist position on Divorce & Remarriage<br /><br />The position is this, follow the Bible. God&#039;s plan is for one man and one woman to be married once, and for life. There are two exceptions mentioned in the Bible, for fornication, and for abandonment. Fornication should be forgiven if it is within you. If the guilty one repents, forgive and... Mon, 19 Feb 2007 04:41:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411928 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411916 What do you think it means to be a christian?<br /><br />Being a Christian means to be Christ-like. It means to model your life after Jesus&#039;. It means follow His teachings, and endeavor to be as much like Him through your life as is humanly possible. It means to love Him, honor Him, and demonstrate to others His perfect love for all your remaining... Mon, 19 Feb 2007 04:25:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411916 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411909 Why is it that Baptists can believe basically whatever they want? (If they don't like what one preacher says they go get a different one) Does God not care what we believe? Or is there just no consensus on what God wants us to believe?<br /><br />We do not believe whatever we want. We believe the Bible. There are many churches which call themselves Baptist, for many reasons, but if they do not meet the definition, they are not. Here is the definition, the church must believe and practice the following: 1. Biblical Authority- The Bible... Mon, 19 Feb 2007 04:13:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411909 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411844 What is your favorite verse,or story, out of the book of John?<br /><br />John1. I love john&#039;s testimony on who God is and what He has done. Puts into perspective who we worship and why. John 1:2-4 The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life; and the life was the... Mon, 19 Feb 2007 02:52:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/411844 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/398746 What was God's original purpose for mankind?<br /><br />God created man to be a companion and friend to Himself, for His pleasure. Revelation 4:11 Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created. Adam was to fellowship with God. God walked and... Fri, 16 Feb 2007 04:57:31 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/398746 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/398680 What is the Order of Melchizedek?<br /><br />Josh Z gives a great answer, here is a little more. Hebrews 7 gives a description of Melchesidec that gives him more ability than just the average man. It seems that he can meet a man before he&#039;s in the womb, that tells me he is much more than a normal man. Hebrews 7:10 For he was yet in... Fri, 16 Feb 2007 04:24:25 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/398680 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/386184 Do you think that predictions in Revelation are really coming true?<br /><br />Yes I do. The description of the times before the apocalypse are uncannily accurate. We are in the last days. How many days are left? only God can answer, but read the other books of the Bible and see if you don&#039;t agree. Especially Matt 24, 2 Tim 3, and Romans 1. Tue, 13 Feb 2007 05:35:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/386184 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/386138 If you could tell me to read any book of the bible...what would it be and why?<br /><br />I believe it is all good if it is the word of God! Tue, 13 Feb 2007 05:20:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/386138 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/338289 How can I wash a cat that won't sit still in water?<br /><br />with a firehose Wed, 31 Jan 2007 04:20:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/338289 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/329470 Are all Christian denominations considered to have branched off from Catholicism?<br /><br />John, This is a great answer and absolutely correct. It takes much more than calling yourself a Christian to be one, I could say I am a black man, but I&#039;m not. There is a whole bunch of wanna be black men today, just as there are a bunch of wanna be Christians. They want the rewards of... Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:14:36 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/329470 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/186731 What can be used to loosen paint around a window that haven't been in use for a while?<br /><br />There are many good products to use removing paint. Probably the most effective I have used is called Goof Off, and you can get it at any hardware store. The problem with goof off is that it smells like an oil refinery. Home depot has a remover called Mootsenbacher&#039;s Lift off, which works... Sat, 16 Dec 2006 07:59:56 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/186731 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/169611 What factors have enabled cults and sects to grow in the 21st Century?<br /><br />The main reason I can think of is man&#039;s desire to belong to something bigger than himself, but to still be his own boss. We want to worship ourselves(satanists and humanists), or the earth(wiccans), or a man (doomsday, or David Koresh), something tangible. Man does not naturally want to... Sat, 09 Dec 2006 07:34:14 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/169611 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/169598 What are the similarities between Catholic and Baptist?<br /><br />Boy, I&#039;ve really had to think on this. Here is what I can come up with. 1. Both believe in the Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit 2. Both believe that Jesus was fully God and fully man. 3. Both believe that good works are necessary for a Christian.(although for different reasons) 4.... Sat, 09 Dec 2006 07:12:18 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/169598 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/169577 What type of service do the Baptists have for a funeral?<br /><br />It is important to point out that the service is not for the dead, but the living. The celebration of a saved person&#039;s life and rejoicing that he or she is now with Jesus is what it is all about. Anonymous too&#039;s answer is excellent,speaking of a saved person. We also do services for... Sat, 09 Dec 2006 06:50:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/169577 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/145474 What might have Jesus Christ look like, clean-shaven? Are there images anywhere that shows what Jesus might have looked like without the facial hair?<br /><br />This is just speculation, but , I think I am right in this. We were never ever supposed to worship the man. We worship Jesus as the God who created us, who came to the Earth to die for us, and was resurrected to prove He was God. People have an unfortunate tendency to worship &quot;things&quot;... Wed, 29 Nov 2006 05:17:12 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/145474 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/112558 If you were baptized as a child, do you need to be baptized again to be born again?<br /><br />It is a Baptist distinctive that Baptists do not Baptise infants. If a church wants to be called Baptist, they do not do this. The question says baptised as a child, so I am going to assume not an infant. As Thom said, if the child proves a clear understanding of what salvation means, and... Sun, 22 Oct 2006 05:54:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/112558 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/107145 Is there a more modern equivalent of the expressions "May God be with you" or "May God bless you"?<br /><br />Saying either expresses good will and wishes of God&#039;s blessing to the person you say it to. I think that the old words are cool, just as the language of the King James Bible is cool too. It is my opinion, but I know I am not alone in it. As for the modern way to say may God bless you, I... Thu, 12 Oct 2006 04:58:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/107145 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/98362 In Baptist religion, can a person be "saved" and and live eternally if he only receives the Holy Spirit? If so, where can I find reference to this in the King James Bible?<br /><br />This seems to be a question of terminology. Some call believing on the name of Jesus recieving Him, and draw no distinction between the words. You will not find the phrase recieve the Lord Jesus in the KJV. That is just someone&#039;s own words, or paraphrase for the Bible. You will however many... Mon, 25 Sep 2006 03:51:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/98362 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/92032 Do Baptists believe in the rapture?<br /><br />Yes we do. There are differing opinions about when it will happen, but most that I know believe it will happen before judgement is excersized on the world, or what is called the Tribulation period. This is called &quot;pre-trib&quot;, there are also &quot;post-trib&quot;, and still others that... Mon, 11 Sep 2006 05:35:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/92032 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/72766 Was Virginia Mollencott a consultant for the NIV translation of the Bible?<br /><br />In deed she was, but more she was one of the translators. All 5'something tall and out of the closet lesbian she is. No wonder Romans 1 in the NIV lacks power to convict...... Mon, 17 Jul 2006 04:49:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/72766 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/72763 Can a divorced man be voted in as a deacon in the Baptist church?<br /><br />possibly in some of the more liberal ones. In most Baptist Churches though the answer is no. For we Baptists the Bible is supposed to be our highest authority in all situations. The Bible spells our the requirements for church officers very clearly in 1 Timothy 3:12 Let the deacons be the... Mon, 17 Jul 2006 04:32:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/72763 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/58918 Why wouldn't Satan simply destroy the world before God had a chance to return to earth to take his children?<br /><br />Because God won&#039;t let him. God does give satan a certain amount of power to destroy, but limits him from total annilation. Satan cannot do any more than God will allow him, now or ever. For example in the story of Job, God allowed satan to molest Job up to a point, but not go beyond it. ... Sat, 13 May 2006 04:05:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/58918 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/58375 What do Baptists believe about having members come forward to be honored for their birthday and singing happy birthday to them during a portion of the worship service?<br /><br />In my Baptist church, we don&#039;t ask people to come forward to sing to them. We do ask them to stand and be recognized, then asked how old they are in front of everybody. This is done in a light spirit, all in fun. Then the congregation will sing happy birthday to all that have a birthday that... Mon, 08 May 2006 20:12:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/58375 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/56936 Besides homosexual activity, is there anything else in the Bible that is called an 'abomination?'<br /><br />As far as the King James Bible, there are 69 things called an abomination. That number came from a single word search on abomination, and a Bible software program. Some examples are: for every shepherd is an abomination unto the Egyptians. Genesis 46:34 eating the peace offering on the 3rd... Mon, 01 May 2006 05:36:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/56936 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/56935 According to the Bible, it's best not to divorce. Why?<br /><br />It&#039;s best not to because God gave you your husband/wife and it shows ingratitude to Him to do so. As Glen said love can most definately be rekindled if the couple is just willing to get their hearts right, and work on it. It takes two to make a marriage, and two to break one. It is pride 90%... Mon, 01 May 2006 05:12:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/56935 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49618 How did Lot and his children feel about Lot's wife turning into a pillar of salt after they left Sodom and Gomorrah?<br /><br />Well, Lot did not give a man on the street interview with Action news, but I suspect he was a little sad. Considering that he did love his wife, and saw her disobey God many times, and finally judgement executed on her, he was definately not gonna throw a party for his new found single status. ... Mon, 27 Mar 2006 05:09:06 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49618 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49415 Is a cross hanging around your neck or in your home considered an idol?<br /><br />Short sweet and to the point, if you pray to it, or ascribe spiritual power to it, or think it will protect you from evil, then yes it is an idol. If you wear it to identify yourself a Christian, or just because you like the way it looks, then no it is not an idol. Sat, 25 Mar 2006 06:54:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49415 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49408 Who owns the copyright to the Bible?<br /><br />As I understand it, the 1611 King James was copyrighted by King James. It had his royal seal in the introduction with an order that no one make changes to the text under penalty of the powers of the King of England. It was not an American style, copy this and be sued copyright, but it was a... Sat, 25 Mar 2006 05:21:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49408 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49320 Who was the first person hanged in the Bible?<br /><br />Pharoh&#039;s chief baker. Genesis 40:16-22 When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was good, he said unto Joseph, I also was in my dream, and, behold, I had three white baskets on my head: And in the uppermost basket there was of all manner of bakemeats for Pharaoh; and the birds... Fri, 24 Mar 2006 04:43:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49320 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49319 Do Christians of one denomination generally believe that Christians of other denominations are sinners?<br /><br />The answer to that question is that we are ALL sinners, there is none righteous no, not one. There are those who think they do not sin, but they are wrong. They have a holier than thou attitude and that itself is sinful. 1 John 1:8 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and... Fri, 24 Mar 2006 04:17:05 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/49319 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/46388 Why is homosexuality not accepted by most Christians?<br /><br />Red John says that there is a clear distinction between the act of homosexuality and the person who commits it. That may be true in reference to forgiveness, as it is still available to him or her, but when we choose to sin, and do not repent, there is NO FORGIVENESS. Hebrews 10:26 For if we... Sat, 04 Mar 2006 06:42:40 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/46388 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45639 Does the Bible tell us how to distinguish a true prophet from a false one?<br /><br />Yes. 1 John 2:18 Little children, it is the last time: and as ye have heard that antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time. 1 John 4:3 And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and... Sun, 26 Feb 2006 06:01:59 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45639 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45637 Can the spirit of a loved one who has passed revisit us?<br /><br />I mostly agree with the other answers. I don&#039;t think they can come back as beings you see and talk to but cannot touch. They do however, come back in dreams. Is that a literal visit from the grave, or return from Heaven? No, it isn&#039;t. It is my opinion that they can communicate with us... Sun, 26 Feb 2006 05:35:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45637 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45625 When Cain said "Everyone who finds me shall slay me" after he killed Abel, who was he talking about, if only Adam and Eve existed? Were there other people around before Adam and Eve?<br /><br />No, there were others of Adam and Eve&#039;s children. Cain and Abel were just the ones talked about in the story. Sat, 25 Feb 2006 20:55:04 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45625 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45624 If God said 'Let there be light' on the first day, but didn't make the sun, moon and stars until the fourth day, where did the light on the first day come from?<br /><br />From Himself, &quot;The light of the world is Jesus&quot; For lllmatic: Psalms 102:26-27 They shall perish, but thou shalt endure: yea, all of them shall wax old like a garment; as a vesture shalt thou change them, and they shall be changed: But thou art the same, and thy years shall have... Sat, 25 Feb 2006 20:53:33 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45624 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45458 According to the Bible, is it acceptable to listen to non-Christian music as long as it's clean?<br /><br />We had an evangelist come through our church a few months ago who had an interesting point about this very question, and the contemporary christian rock controversy. He was a very talented musician, a concert quality pianist. He preached a message as he played many beautiful hymns, and religious... Fri, 24 Feb 2006 03:05:40 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/45458 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/44084 Does the Bible say anything about people (ex. Mormons) using other, non-Biblical books to define Christianity?<br /><br />Preface: This will be an unpopular answer with some. It is however taken from the Word of God, and therefore profitable for doctrine and instruction in righteousness.I am not pointing this out in a spirit of meanness, nor trying to be inflammatory. I am showing the Word of God in a spirit of... Sat, 11 Feb 2006 06:30:21 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/44084 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/44074 Some Apostolics were angry at me for more than a day, even though the Bible says, "Don't let the Sun go down on your anger". Why don't they follow that verse, even though they're more rigid on following what the Bible says?<br /><br />You didn&#039;t give a reason for their anger. The Bible does say that sometimes it&#039;s not sinful to be angry. If they think their anger is righteous, or Godly they may have held on to it longer, waiting to see repentance from you. I don&#039;t know this, but it is an instance where this... Sat, 11 Feb 2006 04:17:22 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/44074 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/43204 If I lie to gain money, could I compensate for that lie by tithing a larger percentage of the earnings?<br /><br />Josh and Jodie are absolutely right in their answers. Also remember, forgiveness is not for sale. God gives forgiveness to the truly repentant sinner who asks for it, FREE. Giving extra tithe is in no way going to help without repentance and confession. As Glenn says in the above comment, you... Sun, 05 Feb 2006 06:28:45 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/43204 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/42135 Is it stated or is there proof of Jesus having children?<br /><br />I would just like to throw a couple more points into this debate. There is no statement anywhere except in the minds of those who doubt Jesus was perfect. The Bible says that all men are concieved in sin, when born of a man and woman. If Jesus had fathered children this would have to mean... Fri, 27 Jan 2006 05:27:43 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/42135 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/42131 What did Jesus get angry at?<br /><br />Logician is right in his answer, and here is another incidence. Again righteous Godly anger. Mark 3:1-7 And he entered again into the synagogue; and there was a man there which had a withered hand. And they watched him, whether he would heal him on the sabbath day; that they might accuse... Fri, 27 Jan 2006 05:00:14 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/42131 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/42129 If a Christian commits suicide, do they go to heaven, hell or limbo?<br /><br />First, the Bible does not teach there is any place like limbo. In fact, There is not even a concept like limbo mentioned. Man has an immortal soul. Once God makes something, like us, it does not just fade away, nor does it sit anywhere and vegitate. Our bodies on Earth are a temporary home for... Fri, 27 Jan 2006 04:19:58 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/42129 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/40736 Considering the amount of violence in the Bible, should it have a warning label?<br /><br />Yes, of course it should.Maybe this would be a good one. WARNING! EXPOSURE TO THE SON CAN PREVENT BURNING. Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and... Sun, 15 Jan 2006 05:25:29 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/40736 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/40309 why do Baptist don't believe in the Sabbath Day and the Commnadments of Law?..Is Jesus Christ abolish it when the time he was here on earth?..pls.read the Matthew 5:27..<br /><br />Jesus abolished nothing in relation to the Law of Moses. We Baptists do believe in ths Sabbath day, it is just that we observe it on Sunday, the first day of the week, and not Saturday, the last. The Bible says to honor God in everything. We are to give God our first fruits, or the first and best... Thu, 12 Jan 2006 05:39:45 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/40309 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/39851 Why is 666 the number of the Beast?<br /><br />This number is given as his number in the book of Revelation. Revelation 13:18 Here is wisdom. Let him that hath understanding count the number of the beast: for it is the number of a man; and his number is Six hundred threescore and six. No explanation of this number is given, and there... Sun, 08 Jan 2006 05:31:02 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/39851 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38924 Why do some Christians forgive heterosexuals who kill, rape, steal and break other Commandments but they condemn homosexuals who aren't breaking commandments? Isn’t breaking a Commandment the worst of all sins?<br /><br />Because God tells us to. Matthew 18:21-22 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. Mark 11:25-26 And when ye stand... Fri, 30 Dec 2005 05:13:03 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38924 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38527 How soon does the spirit leave the body after death?<br /><br />Immediately. 2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. Mon, 26 Dec 2005 10:11:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38527 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38526 Does the number 3 or the number 33 have a special meaning in the Bible?<br /><br />3 is the number of the Trinity. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Gospel has 3 parts, Christ died, was buried, and resurrected. trinity of man, spirit, soul,and body. It indicates some form of spiritual perfection, although not necessarily maturity or wisdom. It is also considered to be a... Mon, 26 Dec 2005 10:09:57 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38526 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38307 Do Christians believe it is okay to get a tattoo?<br /><br />This answer is my opinion. I do not believe in getting them. One reason is that I believe it is an expression of ultimate vanity. God gave you a body that is created in His image. Why would you think you can improve on it with a picture? There is an Old Testament verse that proscribes them, and I... Fri, 23 Dec 2005 06:59:41 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38307 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38298 If you smoke cigarettes, drink, and don't go to church, but still have a personal relationship with God and pray, can you get into heaven?<br /><br />The only way into Heaven is to ask Jesus into your heart, and to save your soul. If you have done that, then you are going. You are expected to change your habits after you get your ticket, but God knows you are not perfect. Smoking and drinking are wrong because of this verse, and a few... Fri, 23 Dec 2005 05:41:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38298 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38024 According to the Bible, should we pray to Jesus or directly to God?<br /><br />Jalex is right. When you pray to the Father, or Lord, or Lord God or however you start your prayer it is addressed to God. Jesus, Jehova and the Holy Spirit all hear the prayer. It does not matter which name you use, they are all God. Now there is only one way to the Father, and that is... Tue, 20 Dec 2005 04:48:00 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/38024 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/37589 Many of the Biblical patriarchs had multiple wives. Does the Bible specifically forbid polygamy?<br /><br />I would speculate that polygamy was one of the things God tolerated in His Saints, but did not necessarily condone. I believe that God&#039;s original design for the institution of marriage was when He made Eve for Adam. Never is there mentioned more than one wife for Adam, nor did he have a... Thu, 15 Dec 2005 04:39:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/37589 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/37478 Does God have a name? If so, what is it?<br /><br />God has many names that He gave Himself. He , when asked who He was by men told them to call Him many things, some of them are: Revelation 1:8 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty. Exodus 34:14... Wed, 14 Dec 2005 04:26:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/37478 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/37293 Why does God consider a simple act like stealing as much a sin as a serious act like genocide?<br /><br />Jalex&#039;s answer is right on. I would add the scripture that tells us this is so. James 2:10 For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. You only have to rob one bank to be a bank robber, you only have to tell one lie to be a liar, you only... Mon, 12 Dec 2005 04:19:51 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/37293