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Do you believe that teaching children about Hell is wrong? Why or why not? Not wrong at all to tell children that Hell is a myth. Job 14:13 (Douay-Rheims Bible) Who will grant me this, that thou mayest protect me in hell, and hide me till thy wrath pass, and appoint me a. time when thou wilt remember me? Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell...

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In all honesty... I am curious..Are you saved through the Grace of Jesus Christ or the Faith in Mormonism? It has been stated by the LDS church, a personal relationship with Jesus is rediculous - Only those who believe LDS doctrine, are truely saved... The following is in relation to our thread: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10699323 I wouldn’t want to just pick a couple of verses out of context and make a doctrine out of them since we are supposed to use all Scripture. I would not want to make the word of God invalid or deceive myself into false reasoning and thinking that all I had to do was be a hearer of the word just because of...

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Snake. Thought it was a copperhead. Made noises (like hissing, maybe rattling), had a diamond-shaped pattern. I live in NC. Rattlesnake? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1807463 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1589260 I don't know anything about North Carolina and rather or not they have Rattlers. The above are a couple of Rat Snakes that I've caught in my hen house. They are patterned like a diamond back rattler and will shake their tail when agitated and will sound like a rattler if it is in dried leaves. I've read that they...

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Why does Jesus say "Break down this temple (his body) and in three days I will raise it up" in joh 2:19 and yet in other places it says that God raised it (ac3:15)? From the book “Reasoning from the Scriptures”: John 2:19-22: By what he here said, did Jesus mean that he would resurrect himself from the dead? Does that mean that Jesus is God, because Acts 2:32 says, “This Jesus God raised up”? Not at all. Such a view would conflict with Galatians 1:1, which ascribes the resurrection of Jesus to the Father, not to the Son. Using a similar mode of...

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What do athiests refer to the years (that Christians call BC) as? There was a similar question as to why JW's do not use BC or AD in their publications. From an Awake magazine 3/09 From Our Readers Ancient Manuscripts—How Are They Dated? (February 2008) This article upset me. It is my understanding that C.E. stands for “Common Era” and B.C.E. stands for “Before the Common Era.” In all of my 70 years, I have seen the terms B.C. and A.D. used...

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Jehovah Witnesses teach that The Holy Spirit is Gods active force. Is there any Jehovah Witness that can define what this means? http://bible.cc/job/26-13.htm English Standard Version (©2001) By his wind the heavens were made fair; his hand pierced the fleeing serpent. New American Standard Bible (©1995) "By His breath the heavens are cleared; His hand has pierced the fleeing serpent. GOD'S WORD® Translation (©1995) With his wind the sky was cleared. With his hand he stabbed the fleeing snake. King James...

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Does Romans 8:16-17 Which is used to determine if a Jehovah Witness is anointed actualy state all J/Ws can be saved and go to Heaven? Doc, your questions trying to make JW's look bad are getting sillier and sillier. Does Romans 8:16-17 actually state all that died prior to Jesus death will go to heaven? (John 3:13) Moreover, no man has ascended into heaven but he that descended from heaven, the Son of man. (Matthew 11:11) Truly I say to YOU people, Among those born of women there has not been raised up a greater than John...

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Does the original drafted Bible ever mention hell? Not sure what you mean by "the original drafed Bible"? I kinda assume you are talking about the original scrolls and letters or perhaps manuscripts in the original languages. Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell in it at all....

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What does your bible say at John 1:1? Short answer: The one that I use in personal study, the NWT, reads as follows: (John 1:1) In [the] beginning the Word was, and the Word was with God, and the Word was a god. Longer answer: One should think of how John 1:1 fits in with the rest of the Bible as well as how someone can be with someone and at the same time be that same someone. You will notice that verse 14 shows that many people...

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What is the central belief of Christianity or what actually makes a professing Christian a Christian? Any Bible verses to offer? http://www.watchtower.org/e/200704b/article_01.htm "What Does It Mean to Be a Christian?" “IN MY country to be a Christian means to go to church once a week,” says Kingsley, from one African country. Raad, from the Middle East, explains: “In our community Christians are viewed as a group who follow Western customs and traditions in their dress, celebrations, and treatment of women.” ...

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Why do Jehovah's Witnesses preach from house to house? Did Jesus preach from door to door like the JW'S? JW’s come to your house out of love for God and neighbor.(Luke 10:27;1Ti 4:16;Rom 10:13-15) (Luke 10:27) In answer he said: “‘You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart and with your whole soul and with your whole strength and with your whole mind,’ and, ‘your neighbor as yourself.’” (1 Timothy 4:16) Pay constant attention to yourself and to your teaching. Stay by these...

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Should God's personal name be used in all Bible translations? Yes it should. The evidence shows that the name has been tampered with. Notice how the tetragrammaton was in the older copies of the Septuagint but was removed by later copies. It is very likely that during the same time period that copyist also removed it from the Christian Greek scriptures just as they had done from the Greek Septuagint. There are older copies of the Septuagint that still...

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Do you think that when Jesus quoted the Old Testament or read from it, he used the divine name? The evidence shows that the name has been tampered with. Tetragrammaton in the Greek Septuagint. Notice how the tetragrammaton was in the older copies of the Septuagint but was removed by later copies. It is very likely that during the same time period that copyist also removed it from the Christian Greek scriptures just as they had done from the Greek Septuagint. There are older copies of...

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Where are the billions meant for Haiti ?? Thousands are living in tent cities in squalor while cholera looms. I had read an article a while back that kinda touched on that. It seems that a larger portion of the money meant for victims ends up going to pay checks that at least I would have thought. http://www.examiner.com/signs-of-the-times-in-phoenix/helping-haiti-give-generously-but-wisely Helping Haiti: Give generously but wisely. Unless you’re a robot, the tragedy in Haiti can’t help but pull...

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Pat Robertson said God sent Katrina to punish New Orleans. Was God punishing the "Bible Belt" with tornadoes? I would not think so. Robertson also said something similar about Haiti when they had a disaster. Probably just time and unforeseen occurrence. He would never do such a thing without giving a warning like he did with the Israelites.(Jer 44:4-6; 2Kings 17:12-15; Amos 3:7) Jesus corrected that kind of thinking when some thought that God was punishing some of the Galileans with a disastrous...

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Do you think that when Jesus quoted the Old Testament or read from it, he used the divine name? Definitely. The evidence shows that the name has been tampered with. Notice how the tetragrammaton was in the older copies of the Septuagint but was removed by later copies. It is very likely that during the same time period that copyist also removed it from the Christian Greek scriptures just as they had done from the Greek Septuagint. There are older copies of the Septuagint that still have...

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Why did God command ancient Isreal to war against the Canannites? Watchtower 1/1/2010 Why Did God Wage War Against the Canaanites? “Completely destroy all the people: the Hittites, the Amorites, the Canaanites, the Perizzites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites, as the LORD ordered you to do.”—DEUTERONOMY 20:17, TODAY’S ENGLISH VERSION. “Be peaceable with all men.”—ROMANS 12:18. DO THOSE Bible verses seem contradictory to you? Many struggle...

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Why do some Christians claim that God is against war? (Psalm 46:9) He is making wars to cease to the extremity of the earth. The bow he breaks apart and does cut the spear in pieces; The wagons he burns in the fire. Christians going to war would contradict everything that Jesus told Christians to do since the institution of the New Covenant. There have been quite a few wars in which “Christians” thought that God and Jesus wanted them to kill,...

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Is there any reason why non-Trinitarians will not be saved, assuming that Trinitarian-ism is true? IMHO, ultimately, God and Jesus know our circumstances and heart condition so it is likely that either way some will be saved that are wrong. For most people if the Trinity was true, I would say yes that many if not most non-Trinitarians will not be saved, it does matter as we are supposed to worship with spirit and truth. If God was a Trinity and that was clearly the truth from the Bible then...

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Can anyone explain what type of offense could possibly justify eternal, unbearable torture in Hell? (if your sect does not believe in Hell, then refute every passage in the Old and New Testaments which describes Hell.) Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell in it at all. http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=YNG NASB has Hell in it 13 times. (Gehenna) http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=NASB King James has Hell...

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WHY do J witnesses have to go door to door? JW’s go door to door out of love for God and neighbor.(Luke 10:27;1Ti 4:16;Rom 10:13-15) (Luke 10:27) In answer he said: “‘You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart and with your whole soul and with your whole strength and with your whole mind,’ and, ‘your neighbor as yourself.’” (1 Timothy 4:16) Pay constant attention to yourself and to your teaching. Stay by these...

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How could God/Jesus be his/its own father/son?

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Why are you Asking and answering Questions on here and not Celebrating Easter The Bible says to commemorate his death. Most commemorate his resurrection. (Luke 22:19) Also, he took a loaf, gave thanks, broke it, and gave it to them, saying: “This means my body which is to be given in YOUR behalf. Keep doing this in remembrance of me.” (1 Corinthians 11:24-26) and, after giving thanks, he broke it and said: “This means my body which is in YOUR behalf. Keep doing...

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What is the difference between God the Father and Jesus Christ? God is superior to Jesus. (1 Corinthians 11:3) But I want YOU to know that the head of every man is the Christ; in turn the head of a woman is the man; in turn the head of the Christ is God. (John 14:28) YOU heard that I said to YOU, I am going away and I am coming [back] to YOU. If YOU loved me, YOU would rejoice that I am going my way to the Father, because the Father is greater than I am. ...

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The best Bibically documented doctrine of the Christian faith is the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ. Why do J/Ws teach Jesus is dead? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy9lQjwwbEM Doc is the video above the result that you are trying to obtain with all of your hateful lies about JW's? Why not just ask why JW's believe that Jesus was raised in the spirit? Or ask why JW"s do not believe that Jesus is almighty God? You know that we do not believe that Jesus is dead. (Acts 28:22) But we think it proper to hear from you what your...

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The best Bibically documented doctrine of the Christian faith is the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ. Why do J/Ws teach Jesus is dead? Doc, why do you bask in lies, deception, and slander? Where does the Bible say that the soul is immortal? From our previous conversations, you know that we do not believe that Jesus is dead but that he was resurrected. (1 Peter 2:21-22) In fact, to this [course] YOU were called, because even Christ suffered for YOU, leaving YOU a model for YOU to follow his steps closely. 22 He committed no...

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Of the major religions today, is one more prone to violence and to try to use violence to influence non-members the than others? Not sure, but these people should be in the running. This happened this weekend right before the memorial: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBuhDa1kWgc These should be in the running as well: http://www.youtube.com/v/jgiPJttZmnI&hl=en&fs=1& Although I don't agree with everything on these websites, some of these photos support that there is at least some violence in some religions:...

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Is easter the celebration of jesus's death or the celebration of the goddess eastra I don't think that Easter has much to do with Jesus death. Eggs and rabbits have long been symbols of fertility. Worship of Fertility God's goes way back. A few that come to mind are Ishtar, a goddess of love and fertility; the fertility goddess Ishtar, the lover of Tammuz; Min; and Baal. The following is a paragraph from a Watchtower article from 1992: “The name, which is in use only...

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Do you interpret the First Commandment as the Yahweh calling all other gods false or as saying they exist but to worship him first/only? Within the context of Exodus 20:3, when referring to other gods, I am thinking that Jehovah is primarily referring to the false God's of the Nations although other gods such idols, images, our own stomach and such would also be wrong. The Bible refers to Jehovah as "the only true God" while using god in reference to others also such as false gods and idols which are both used in a bad light and...

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Should christians resort to weapons of war? Short answer: No Longer answer: Christians going to war would contradict everything that Jesus told Christians to do since the institution of the New Covenant. There have been quite a few wars in which “Christians” thought that God and Jesus wanted them to kill, often resulting in mutual slaughter of those of the same religion and others just because they are of a different political...

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Why don't Jehovah's Witnesses actually partake of the bread and wine at the Lord's Memorial (a.k.a "Communion" by other denominations)? The following is from a Watchtower, 2/15/2003 What Does the Lord’s Evening Meal Mean to You? “Whoever eats the loaf or drinks the cup of the Lord unworthily will be guilty respecting the body and the blood of the Lord.”—1 CORINTHIANS 11:27. THE most important event planned for the year 2003 is to take place after sundown on April 16. Jehovah’s Witnesses will then meet to observe...

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Why did God make the parasitic wasp? Parasitic wasps that I am familiar with are very beneficial.(although there may be some that I am not familiar with that are harmful?) I used to be in to organic gardening and have spent a small fortune on trichogramma (Spelling?) egg cards. Not sure any ever hatched as I know that if you put them in the wrong place rain can drown the eggs or ants can harvest them before they hatch. Before nive...

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What is one song that makes you emotional or cry whenever you hear it? This song sung by a concentration camp survivor. It was written in a concentration camp by someone else that also survived but died later. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRSC839O3FI&feature=related http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/gallery_so.php?ModuleId=10005394 This first video, Simone Liebster (A concentration camp survivor) is singing the song "Forward you Witnesses", a song written by...

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Discuss trinity and its relevance to the salvation of mankind It seems to me that the Trinity contradicts the scriptures that mention everlasting life and the ralationship between the Father and the Son. Many will interpret them differently than I do, but to me it seems as though John 3:16, John 17:3; and John 20:31 has something to do with everlasting life and knowing that the Father is the only true God and that Jesus is God’s son. I have not seen...

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Is Jesus Christ the same as Jehovah? Almighty God does not have a God over him like Jesus does. Jehovah is Almighty God and Jehovah alone is the Most High God. Jesus is subordinate to God and sits at Jehovah’s right hand. (Ps 110:1) . (Genesis 17:1) When A′bram got to be ninety-nine years old, then Jehovah appeared to A′bram and said to him: “I am God Almighty. Walk before me and prove yourself faultless. (Exodus 6:3) And...

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If the name Jehovah is so important, then why is it never used in the entire Greek New Testament? The evidence shows that the name has been tampered with. Notice how the tetragrammaton was in the older copies of the Septuagint but was removed by later copies. It is very likely that during the same time period that copyist also removed it from the Christian Greek scriptures just as they had done from the Greek Septuagint. There are older copies of the Septuagint that still have the...

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Why do some people call God Jehovah, when according to the bible that is not His name? http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus%206:3;%20Psalms%2083:18;%20Psalms%20110:1;%20Isa%2012:2;%20Isa%2026:4;&version=KJV;YLT;DARBY;HCSB;ASV; God's name was given in the Hebrew scriptures over 6,000 times. Although no name in ancient Hebrew had vowels, many use that for a reason to remove God's name that was there more than any other name yet have no problem keeping all of the...

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Why do so few people seem to have a problem with God's name being taken out of his own book? For the most part I believe that it is tradition and is accepted by the majority. The preface of the Revised Standard Version says: “For two reasons the Committee has returned to the more familiar usage of the King James Version: (1) the word ‘Jehovah’ does not accurately represent any form of the Name ever used in Hebrew; and (2) the use of any proper name for the one and only God,...

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fuk yalll .. my wife is gone ... i'm gone . bye ! I'm sorry. I don't know what to say but I don't want you to go through that or any other pain.

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Which of these statements Did Jesus Christ actually say? Pretty sure the first one is incorrect: (2 Timothy 4:2-5) preach the word, be at it urgently in favorable season, in troublesome season, reprove, reprimand, exhort, with all long-suffering and [art of] teaching. 3 For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their own desires, they will accumulate teachers for themselves to have...

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Is Jesus God's Son or God ? In the first century, the disciples thought that Jesus was the son of God. They also thought that the God and Father of Jesus was the only true God. (John 20:31) But these have been written down that YOU may believe that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, and that, because of believing, YOU may have life by means of his name. (John 3:16) “For God loved the world so much that he gave his...

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Luke 22:36 "But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don't have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one" Comment Apparently, he was going to use the sword to teach us a much quoted lesson: “all those who take the sword will perish by the sword”. (Luke 22:36-38) Then he said to them: “But now let the one that has a purse take it up, likewise also a food pouch; and let the one having no sword sell his outer garment and buy one. 37 For I tell YOU that this which is written must be accomplished in me,...

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Why do some people call God Jehovah, when according to the bible that is not His name? http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus%206:3;%20Psalms%2083:18;%20Psalms%20110:1;%20Isa%2012:2;%20Isa%2026:4;&version=KJV;YLT;DARBY;HCSB;ASV; God's name was given in the Hebrew scriptures over 6,000 times. Although no name in ancient Hebrew had vowels, many use that for a reason to remove God's name that was there more than any other name yet have no problem keeping all of the...

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Is it true that only 144,000 Jews will accept Jesus? Nope, I don't believe that is true. It does not refer to natural Jews for Revelation 7:4-8 is different from the usual tribal listing. (Numbers 1:17, 47) (Revelation 20:4) And I saw thrones, and there were those who sat down on them, and power of judging was given them. Yes, I saw the souls of those executed with the ax for the witness they bore to Jesus and for speaking about God, and those...

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Why do Jehovah's Witnesses deny Christ is God? JW's don't believe that he is the true God as he said that the Father is the only true God. (John 17:3) Why do you deny that Moses is God. (Ex 4:16; 7:1) or that the Judges in Israel are the true God. (Ps 82:6; John 10:34) Since Moses was god to pharaoh and God was with Moses, could it be said that "Moses was with God and Moses was a god?" Moses was God? Is Moses the same god that he was...

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Is there one TRUE religion? I will try answering this again as my answer given on 12/30/2010 seems to have disappeared. Of course, not everyone believes in the Bible and this is under Religions A-Z so I just wanted to clarify that I think that is what the Bible teaches. My opinion don't seem to match the opinion of most claiming to believe in the Bible though as there are quite a few that believe something like that as...

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Is there one TRUE religion? Of course, not everyone believes in the Bible and this is under Religions A-Z so I just wanted to clarify that I think that is what the Bible teaches. My opinion don't seem to match the opinion of most claiming to believe in the Bible though as there are quite a few that believe something like that as long as you are accepted by the majority then you are following the Bible rather you profess...

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What Happened to this months Watchtower and Awake? Are Jehovah Witnesses again allowed to celebrate the birth of Jesus? Jehovah's Witnesses try to worship with spirit and truth. Here is part of the December issue of Awake: The Truth About Christmas DO YOU care about spiritual truth? If so,then perhaps you have asked these questions: (1) Was Jesus actually born on December 25? (2) Who were the “wise men,” and were they really three in number? (3) What sort of “star” led them to Jesus? (4) What does...

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LDS: Can the LDS Aaronic priesthood prove (through DNA or historical record) its direct descent from Aaron required, by the Old Testament? Sorry, my answer is not intended to bash Mormons. I skimmed through one of your links. Not that it matters if one is of Aaron's blood or not, but I don't really think that since the destruction of Jerusalem and of the temple in 70 C.E., that anyone can prove what blood line they are from. DNA samples of ones that "claim" to be descended from Aaron does not provide proof. The bloodlines don't...

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Why Jehovah's Witnesses do not worship Jesus? We worship Jehovah like Jesus told us to. The Father is the one that the scriptures always referred to as the God and Father of our Lord Jesus. (Rom 15:6, 2Cor 1:3; Eph 1:3, 1Pet 1:3) At Romans 1:25 we are warned about worshipping creation. Revelation 3:14 and Colossians 1:15 show clearly that Jesus is the firstborn of all creation. Jehovah did not have a beginning. (Romans 1:25) even those...

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How do you believe the Second Coming of Christ, will appear when it happens? The following is from "Insight on the Scriptures": PRESENCE The Greek word from which “presence” is translated is pa•rou•si′a, formed from pa•ra′ (alongside) and ou•si′a (being; derived from ei•mi′, meaning “be”). Hence, pa•rou•si′a means, literally, “being alongside,” that is, a “presence.” It is used 24 times in the Christian Greek Scriptures,...

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Why do we celebrate Christmas Day on December 25 if Jesus Christ was born on October 2, 7 (BCE) according to the Bible? As far as I can tell, Jesus being born in September or October of 2 B.C.E. is the only period of time for the birth of Jesus that satisfy’s all the scriptures as well as secular history. Jesus was baptized in 29 C.E. at about 30 old and was killed 3.5 years or at a prophetic 1/2 week later on Nisan 14 in the year 33 C.E. (Dan 9:24-27) http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9621652...

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You agree ? If you support war you can't be a Christian. A Christians lives the teaching of Christ. Right ? War be impossible. To be a Christian means different meanings to different people. Some think of being a Christian as just believing in Jesus. Some think of it as believing as well as trying to do what he said and trying to follow his example.(Luke 6:46; 1Pet 2:21-23) There are other definitions as well. (Luke 6:46) “Why, then, do YOU call me ‘Lord! Lord!’ but do not do the things I say? (1 Peter 2:21-23)...

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Is God nameless? Or does he have any name? (Psalm 9:10) And those knowing your name will trust in you, For you will certainly not leave those looking for you, O Jehovah. God has a name. The recognizable form in English is Jehovah. In most translations, any form of the name has been removed and the title LORD has been sustituted in its place. God's name was in the Hebrew scriptures over 6,000 times. I quite often hear people on AB say...

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is there more than one version of the koran ? I think so, at least in English. http://www.islamawakened.com/Quran/4/89/default.htm HQ 4:89 "...join you in fleeing (from your enemies) in the pathway to God. But if they turn traitors, seize them wherever ye find them and sentence them to death..." From Yusuf Ali's: HQ 4:89 "...they flee in the way of Allah (From what is forbidden). But if they turn renegades, seize them and slay them...

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The remain of Noah's ark were discovered in the region of Mt Ararat in turkey, exactly where the bible said it would be; Your thoughts? Andy11-11, thank you for taking the time to share the link in some of the threads. The following is from a Watchtower dated 7/1/2009: Have They Found Noah’s Ark? EVERY so often, it seems, there is a flurry of publicity about the search for Noah’s ark. The excitement is understandable. That gigantic vessel in which Noah and his family survived the Flood back in 2370-2369 B.C.E. would...

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So, I pretty much have Mormonism figured out. Where can I find true and accurate history and information on Jehovah's Witnesses? Now that I fully understand that you don't want to follow the Biblical example of going to the source,(Acts 28:22) perhaps you will accept some non-JW sources. Sorry, they are not the typical hate sites that you get most of your info from such as your definition of cults and Christians. (Acts 28:22) But we think it proper to hear from you what your thoughts are, for truly as regards this sect...

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How many of you believe you can be saved through faith alone (without works)? Good question. I think that it is possible as God and Jesus know our hearts and our circumstances. Unfortunately there are many misled "Christians" that think that if you do what Jesus says to do that you are going against Eph 2:8-9. Some might think that Eph 2:8,9 speaking about being saved by faith and not by works contradicts James 2:14-26 speaking about a man needing works along with his...

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How old is the Christian religion? The New Covenant started at Pentecost in 33 C.E., hence I believe that was the start of the Christian covenant or Christianity. ( Acts 2:1-3) Jesus had to enter heaven like the High Priest used to have to enter the Most Holy to appear in the presence of God. (Heb 9:24-26;Hebrews 9:11-23) The basis for the new covenant was laid when Jesus died and later presented the value of his shed blood to...

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Why does it matter if those Jesus heals believe in his ability to heal them? Why is Jesus' power limited by the faith of those around him? No one ever came to Jesus for healing that did not get healed. If they had enough faith to go to him, that was enough faith to be made well. Even if they did not have any faith at all, Jesus and true prophets have healed people and raised the dead. Never did Jesus or the prophets try to heal someone and then blame the afflicted for their lack of faith. When healing did not occur, it was because...

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What did Christ mean when He told the thief next to Him, "To day shalt thou be with me in paradise"? Jesus was offering him everlasting earthly life in a Paradise earth under his Kingdom rule. (Matthew 6:9, 10; John 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15) Jesus was not saying that the evil doer would be in heaven with Jesus that day, since after his resurrection, Jesus told Mary Magdalene that He ‘had not yet ascended to the Father.’ (John 20:11-18) In Luke 23:43, the comma should be after today. Jesus...

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In Christianity, how did the concept of the Trinity originate? It developed through philosophy and deception after the death of the apostles over a couple of hundred of years. (Colossians 2:8) Look out: perhaps there may be someone who will carry YOU off as his prey through the philosophy and empty deception according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary things of the world and not according to Christ; (Acts 20:29-30) I know that after my...

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What is the date of the death of Jesus? Nisan 14, 33 C.E. is the only date that satisfy’s all the scriptures as well as secular history. Jesus was baptized in 29 C.E. and was killed 3.5 years or at a prophetic 1/2 week later in the year 33 C.E. (Dan 9:24-27) http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9621652 (Luke 3:1-2) In the fifteenth year of the reign of Ti•be′ri•us Caesar, when Pontius Pilate was governor of Ju•de′a, and Herod...

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Why do Jews reject their Messiah? Wouldn't you think they would learn by now after all the prophets they persecuted? The following is from THE WATCHTOWER ˙ DECEMBER 1, 2010 pages 18-21 WHY DID THEY REJECT THE MESSIAH? WHEN Jesus was on earth, the crowds were enthralled by the things he said and amazed by the miracles he performed. As a result, many “put faith in him” and accepted him as the foretold Messiah, or Christ. They reasoned: “When the Christ arrives, he will not perform more...

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How come Christians deny that the RCC adopted pagan holidays, dates, symbols and traditions, when clearly December 25 was a pagan holiday? I don't think that as many deny it today as much as they used to. Many still don't believe that it is important to worship with spirit and truth. (John 4:24) I find it ironic that a celebration that is supposed to honor Christ becomes an excuse to deceive children. I also think that there may be some children that confuse myth with reality and Santa Clause with Jesus Christ do to the mixing of...

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What is your main concern with the LDS(Mormon) faith? The following is past of an article from 1995. I know that sometimes when getting second hand information that sometimes things get a little confused. I am curious to know if these are really Mormon teachings, particularly the part under Historical Enigmas? The Mormon Church—A Restoration of All Things? THE Mormon Temple in Salt Lake City, Utah, is, for the LDS (Latter-day...

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do Jehovah's Witnesses etc.. mark a house as a "do not call list" when turned away , or no thanks is implyed? If turned away or a no thanks is given, we will still come back the next time your territory comes up to be worked. If you say to not come back then we make a note and turn it in and they will put you on kinda like a no call list. I am not sure of the length of time or who would do it, (guessing a year?) but after some length of time, someone will then try again just in case you have moved or...

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To what specifically does the term "Original Sin" refer? The following is from a 2006 Awake: The Bible’s Viewpoint What Was the Original Sin? THIS question is far from academic. How so? Because Adam and Eve’s disobedience to God affected all future generations right down to our time. The Bible states: “Through one man sin entered into the world and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men because they had all...

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Christians have been associated with some of the most horrific episodes in History. So how can they claim to be followers of Christ? (Titus 1:16) They publicly declare they know God, but they disown him by their works, because they are detestable and disobedient and not approved for good work of any sort. (Matthew 7:21-23) “Not everyone saying to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter into the kingdom of the heavens, but the one doing the will of my Father who is in the heavens will. 22 Many will say to me in that day, ‘Lord,...

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Why do JW's use the name Jehovah in Matt 1:20,4:10, 21:9, Romans 10:13 & 2 peter 3:19 when the Kurios, Tou Kuriou or Ton Kurion is used? Kurios means Lord. I speak Greek by the way. Buy a greek bible and use these scriptures when they come to your door. The evidence shows that the name has been tampered with. Notice how the tetragrammaton was in the older copies of the Septuagint but was removed by later copies. It is very likely that during the same time period that copyist also removed it from the Christian Greek scriptures just as they had done from the Greek Septuagint. There are older copies of the Septuagint that still have the...

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IS THE TRINITY TRUE? Not according to the Bible, but then again, there have been trinities in other religions as seen in TAW's answer. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called “gods,” whether in heaven or on earth, just as there are many...

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I just enjoyed the best ear of corn I've ever had in my entire life (I'm very old). What causes some corn to be so sweet/tender/perfect? I am assuming that you are talking about store bought corn. If that is the case, a couple of things are that the corn gets picked before it gets overripe as it starts turning hard an starchy at that point and the corn needs to get from field to market quickly as the sugar also starts turning to starch after it is picked. White corn is much sweeter than yellow corn. Bicolored corn is a popular...

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So, I pretty much have Mormonism figured out. Where can I find true and accurate history and information on Jehovah's Witnesses? How about following the Biblical example? You can talk to them at your door or you can go to the official website's. You are not going to find any accurate information from opposers that peacemeal different articles with additions and omissions as so often happens here on AB. (Acts 28:22) But we think it proper to hear from you what your thoughts are, for truly as regards this sect it is known...

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If there's no eternal punishment, why does Re20:10 say there the beast and fp are,and shall be tormented day and night for ever, and ever? The following is from part of an article from 2004: [...The wild beast and the false prophet are political entities and are a part of Satan’s visible organization. (Revelation 13:1, 2, 11-14; 16:13, 14) They meet their end at Armageddon, when God’s Kingdom crushes and puts an end to all the kingdoms of the world. (Daniel 2:44) The Bible refers to “the everlasting fire prepared for the...

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Is it true that when the Bible says it, then it must be taken literally? (pls read b4 answering)? Last year I saw the movie “Earth”. During the movie, the narrator mentioned "the four corners of the earth”. I don’t think that they thought the earth literally had four corners. Sometimes I ask what time the sun goes down or what time the sun comes up. I obviously don’t think that the sun literally moves. People use metaphors now and they used metaphors when the Bible was written. ...

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John 1:1 is taught differently in Greece than in North America why? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeYq5sUhhfo The indefinite article is not used in Greek as often as in English because it specifically expresses the concept of "one". It is omitted: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_Greek_grammar#Indefinite_article

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According to the Christian bible, has anyone ever seen God? Letting the Bible interpret the Bible it is also apparent that sometimes when someone is speaking for God, they are aften spoken of as if they were God. Obviously, it was an angel that Jacob contended with. (Genesis 32:1) And as for Jacob, he got on his way, and the angels of God now met up with him. (Genesis 32:30) Hence Jacob called the name of the place Pe•ni′el, because, to quote him,...

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Where SPECIFICALLY in the Bible dose it say you can pray? Several places. (1 John 5:14) And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that, no matter what it is that we ask according to his will, he hears us. (Ephesians 6:18) while with every form of prayer and supplication YOU carry on prayer on every occasion in spirit. And to that end keep awake with all constancy and with supplication in behalf of all the holy ones, (Philippians 4:6-7)...

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How do theists explain the difference of all the religions? I would say that is fulfillment of prophecy. (2 Timothy 4:3-4) For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their own desires, they will accumulate teachers for themselves to have their ears tickled; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, whereas they will be turned aside to false stories. The Illustration of Wheat...

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Can the King James Version of the Bible be trusted at all for what it says being parallel to the original? (Mark 7:13) and thus YOU make the word of God invalid by YOUR tradition which YOU handed down. And many things similar to this YOU do.” For centuries the Catholic Church held their services in Latin even when Latin ceased to be the common language of the people. That caused the massed to rely on the priest. The KJV is in archaic English with many parts of it being hard to understand causing...

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Why is 1950’s translation New World Translation different from other accepted translations of the Bible when it comes to Christ and the declaration of His divinity? Why is it if someone reads the NWT, the message is a lowered status of Christ? A couple of complaints against the NWT is where the NWT translates forms of “pas” like “all other” or “every other” such as Phil 2:9 and Col 1:16. If the context calls for it, doesn't other clarify? http://bible.cc/philippians/2-9.htm KJV "the name which is above every name," GWT"the name honored above all other names" NLT “a name that is above every other name” Isn't it...

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Why is "1975 -What the Watchtower doesn't want you to know?" AB Guy glad to see that you are feeling better. It is too bad that you have to use your health to continue your smear campaign. Gotta remember 1Pet 2:21-22. (1 Peter 2:21-22) In fact, to this [course] YOU were called, because even Christ suffered for YOU, leaving YOU a model for YOU to follow his steps closely. 22 He committed no sin, nor was deception found in his mouth. In light of...

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If you are a member of the Great Growd. How does it feel for you and your family to be dead in God's eyes? Rev:20:4-5 Based on Revelation chapter 7, I would say that the great crowd feels pretty good. Those of the second resurrection also have to be taught about God and Jesus and to come to have faith in Christ (Gal 2:15-16;John 5:28-28; Acts 24:15; Romans 3:23-24; John 17:3) before they are no longer considered dead in their trespasses. There are those that were spiritually dead in Jesus day as well as today....

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Do you think Religion is the main cause of most wars in the world? Don't know what percentage of Wars were caused by Religion, but it appears that most religions have been willing participants in many, often with people of the same religion killing their brothers over nationality, politics, or other differences. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10005206 - German Churches and the Nazi State ...

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Why do Jehovah witnesses believe that only 144,000 people will enter heaven? Please explain... Ever think about what the earth was created for? Ever thought about what those that go to heaven are going to do there? The ones that go to heaven are going to rule with Christ. There are 144,000 that are said to be on the throne where as the great crowd is before the throne. Rev7:9-10; Rev 3:21;Luke 22:30...

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If anybody knows 'God' is a title just like 'king' and 'president' are, why would you say "God is God's name"? Good question. God's name was given in the Hebrew scriptures over 6,000 times. Although no name in ancient Hebrew had vowels, many use that for a reason to remove God's name that was there more than any other name yet have no problem keeping all of the other names that like wise had no vowels. That removal has led many to follow Jewish tradition in not using the common form of the Divine name...

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To Christians: On salvation, believers are... Some might think that Eph 2:8,9 speaking about being saved by faith and not by works contradicts James 2:14-26 speaking about a man needing works along with his faith to be justified or saved. 2Tim 3:16 says All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. Since they are both part of "All scripture" they...

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Yahweh is God's personal in Hebrew, but what is the English name for it? Hopefully my answer will not be deleted this time. In the English language, Jehovah is the recognizable name for God. We do not know the exact pronunciation in ancient Hebrew as there were no vowels, but in English, when someone says Jehovah, most people recognize that it is the name of the God of the Bible. Words that start with Y in hebrew are usually translated with a J in English. For...

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Which is the best Bible? Why ? IMHO, the NWT is the most accurate. It restores the divine name instead of holding to the tradition of removing it. The translators also do not erroneously translate Sheol, Hades, and Gehenna as "Hell". It does not hold to traditional renderings when the context and/or manuscripts do not allow for the traditional renderings. Here are some links to many online resources such as concordances,...

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Yahweh is God's personal in Hebrew, but what is the English name for it? In the English language, Jehovah is the recognizable name for God. We do not know the exact pronunciation in ancient Hebrew as there were no vowels, but in English, when someone says Jehovah, most people recognize that it is the name of the God of the Bible. Words that start with Y in hebrew are usually translated with a J in English. For example, some have suggested that Jesus may have been...

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What are your thoughts on John 8:42? My thoughts are that the Father created Jesus first and then through Jesus, God created everything else. That is consistant with the rest of the Bible. Jesus and the first century disciples knew that the Father was the only true God. (John 8:42) Jesus said to them: “If God were YOUR Father, YOU would love me, for from God I came forth and am here. Neither have I come of my own initiative at...

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How come God lied to Adam and Eve when he said that eating from the fruit would cause them to die? Isn't lying against a commandment? (2 Timothy 3:16) All Scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight, for disciplining in righteousness, (Genesis 40:8) "...Do not interpretations belong to God? ...” Its best to let the Bible interpret the Bible. The scriptures often talk of those that are spiritually dead, dead in their trespasses or sins. Once they ate from that tree,...

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You must speak in other tongues if you are a true spirit filled christian, speaking in tongues is evidence of being spirit filled. Thoughts? I would say no. (Acts 1:8) but YOU will receive power when the holy spirit arrives upon YOU, and YOU will be witnesses of me both in Jerusalem and in all Ju•de′a and Sa•mar′i•a and to the most distant part of the earth.” (1 Corinthians 12:30) Not all have gifts of healings, do they? Not all speak in tongues, do they? Not all are translators, are they? (1 Corinthians 13:1) If I...

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How many people did the Christians kill during the crusades? As a couple have said, Christians who follow the Prince of Peace, have not killed any in the crusades. However, I am pretty sure that you are talking about those that claimed to be followers of Christ that did participate in the cursades. For that, perhaps Hominan is correct? Christians going to war would contradict everything that Jesus told Christians to do since the institution of the New...

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do you have unfair/ bias laws against your practice, belief , or religion where you live ? Yes, all of the time. Although we are Christians, most of the time it is others claiming to be Christians that instigate mob violence. Mob violence does not happen much in the US anymore, but that has not always been the case. At the instigation of the clergy, many countries, states and cities have and still do create trouble by decree in which they make laws to keep JW’s from building...

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What's the funniest AB comment thread you've ever witnessed or been a part of? Post link please. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9137993 Question by LoafsRKewl: I have stapled my eyes open. Will this disqualify me from the Guinness World record of longest time awake? Answer by hong kong phooey: no it will not the shortest man in the world had help (his brother shave the bottoms of his feet off by 1 inch) the fastest man in the world also had help by being shot out of a cannon the...

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Weak fearful followers helped create people like Hitler ? Are you a fearful follower or do you stand up and speak up if your ideas differ ? I would hope that I would speak out as some did during the early days of the Holocaust. That would take true faith as talk is cheap and I would not want to be over confident as fear of being tortured and killed would be a true test of faith. http://www.du.edu/cjs/holocaust_videos_overview.html Jehovah’s Witnesses Stand Firm Against Nazi Assault As the Nazi killing machine engulfed Europe...

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Did Jesus literally die on a cross? http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/jesus-christ-died-cross-scholar/story?id=11066130 Jesus Christ May Not Have Died on Cross No Evidence in Ancient Sources Backs Up Defining Symbol of Christianity, Scholar Says http://www.antioch.com.sg/cgi-bin/bible/vines/get_defn.pl?num=616#A1 stauros denotes, primarily, "an upright pale or stake." http://studybible.info/strongs/G4716 G4716 σταυρός -...

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Why do Jehovah Witness's think that Christ was crucified on a torture stake? Christ speaks to Peter of his future death in Joh 21:18-19, and you will "spread out you arms"(crucified). Why is Jesus on a stake and Peter on a cross? http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/jesus-christ-died-cross-scholar/story?id=11066130 Jesus Christ May Not Have Died on Cross No Evidence in Ancient Sources Backs Up Defining Symbol of Christianity, Scholar Says http://www.antioch.com.sg/cgi-bin/bible/vines/get_defn.pl?num=616#A1 stauros denotes, primarily, "an upright pale or stake." http://studybible.info/strongs/G4716 G4716 σταυρός -...

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Was Jesus crucified on a stake or a cross? http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/jesus-christ-died-cross-scholar/story?id=11066130 Jesus Christ May Not Have Died on Cross No Evidence in Ancient Sources Backs Up Defining Symbol of Christianity, Scholar Says http://www.antioch.com.sg/cgi-bin/bible/vines/get_defn.pl?num=616#A1 stauros denotes, primarily, "an upright pale or stake." http://studybible.info/strongs/G4716 G4716 σταυρός -...

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In the Bible, when God created man he said something like "they will be created in OUR image." If God is using the word "our" does that mean there is more than one God? As a few others have said, that is God talking to Jesus as the scriptures show that God created Jesus and then through Jesus, he created everything else. It is best to let scripture interpret scripture rather than to add our own interpretations based on preconceived ideas. (2Tim 3:16) Notice that it does not say that "God said to God" or that "one part of God said to another part of God" it...

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Why did the majority of the people, in the first century, reject Jesus as the Messiah? From Reasoning on the Scriptures, under Why did the Jews in general not accept Jesus as the Messiah?: {The Encyclopaedia Judaica says: “The Jews of the Roman period believed [the Messiah] would be raised up by God to break the yoke of the heathen and to reign over a restored kingdom of Israel.” (Jerusalem, 1971, Vol. 11, col. 1407) They wanted liberation from the yoke of Rome. Jewish...

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Do you believe that ONLY Jesus was created by God alone, and that Jesus was The Creator of the whole universe because ALL THINGS came into existence through him, and apart from him NOT EVEN ONE THING came into existence? Jesus showed that God was the creator and he gives all credit to God. (Matthew 19:4) In reply he said: “Did YOU not read that he who created them from [the] beginning made them male and female (Mark 10:6-9) However, from [the] beginning of creation ‘He made them male and female. 7 On this account a man will leave his father and mother, 8 and the two will be one flesh’; so that they are...

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Ancient Romans were known to keep very good written records. Is there any evinence other than biblical that Jesus Christ ever lived? I don't know how thorough their written records are as it wasn’t until archaeological discoveries in 1961 that critics accepted the fact that "Pontius Pilate, Prefect of Judea” as mentioned in the Bible was a real person. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pilate_Stone#Historicity http://www.squidoo.com/biblicalarchaeology

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Christendom's teachings and conduct have turned many away from the Bible. Agree or Disagree? Agree. One of the worst is the bloodshed in the name of Christ. (Revelation 18:4-5) And I heard another voice out of heaven say: “Get out of her, my people, if YOU do not want to share with her in her sins, and if YOU do not want to receive part of her plagues. 5 For her sins have massed together clear up to heaven, and God has called her acts of injustice to mind. (1 John 3:10-13) The...

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Would christianity have as many followers today if Jesus didn't do miracles and didn't come back to life? No, definately not. History bears out that the first couple of hundred years after Christ that Christians were severly persecuted and even thrown to lions. Read up on what Nero did to them. They would not have been willing to do that based on a lie. Of course, by the time of Constantine, the foretold apostasy was in full swing and those claiming to be "Christians" gave up many teachings of...

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If the bible speaks of God the Father then why do you think it doesn't speak God the Mother? Bible speaks about both Father and Mother!!! I read through some of the comments and you seem to be implying that Gen 1:26 referred to "God the Mother". From the rest of the scriptures, it seems that that verse is referring to Jesus, the Son of God. Notice also that the Bible never speaks about "God the Son" either. Some of my answer may go beyond what you are asking, but I wanted to give the full picture. (Genesis 1:26) And God went on...

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When do you think Jerusalem's destruction took place; 607 or 587 B.C.E? Why? 607 B.C.E. It is the only date that fits with the rest of the Bible. From the book: “Let Your Kingdom Come,” Appendix to Chapter 14 Historians hold that Babylon fell to Cyrus’ army in October 539 B.C.E. Nabonidus was then king, but his son Belshazzar was coruler of Babylon. Some scholars have worked out a list of the Neo-Babylonian kings and the length of their reigns, from the last...

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Assuming Satan exists how do we know what Satan looks like? Is there a description in the Bible aside from Genesis? Satan is a spirit like God, Jesus, and the angels. Humans cannot see them other than when they materialize as some have done in the past. (John 4:24) God is a Spirit, and those worshiping him must worship with spirit and truth.” (Colossians 1:15) He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; (Psalm 104:4) Making his angels spirits, His ministers a devouring fire. As...

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Can anyone give me an overview of what the Bible's Message is for us? There is a new 32 page brochure entitle: "The Bible, What is its message?" that gives a brief overview on the subject that is loaded with scriptures from Genesis to Revelation all touching on God's Kingdom. Be sure to look up the scriptures with your copy of the Bible.(Acts 17:11) Jehovah's Witnesses will be placing them free of charge to any that are interested in the month of November. If...

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Do you judge people by their appearances?? Being an imperfect human, I try not to as my judgement would be imperfect even more so if just judging by appearances. Jesus is the one decreed by God to judge and he will not be like imperfect human judges that can make mistakes based on fast talking lawyers or bribes. That time is coming. “this is the One decreed by God to be judge of the living and the dead” “And he will not judge by...

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Why do some translations add "other" in Luke 13:2,4;Matt26:35;1Cor 6:18;Matt 13:32; and some other places? See my answer for links. Marking as answers pick to make links clickable: http://bible.cc/matthew/26-35.htm http://www.biblestudytools.com/luke/13-2-compare.html http://bible.cc/philippians/2-21.htm http://www.biblestudytools.com/matthew/26-35-compare.html http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=luke13:2,4;matt26:35;1cor6:18;matt13:32&version=NIV;NLT;ESV;NASB;NCV If the context calls for it, doesn't other...

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How can some claim that because Jesus is called Mighty God, and not Almighty God, He is a lesser God? Isn't Jehovah God called Mighty in Jer 32:18 & Isa 10:21? Is Jehovah God a lesser God b/c He's called Mighty in these verses? Sound like faulty logic 2U? Along with what Elijah said, the scriptures show that Jesus had a God over him. God Almighty would not be Almighty if he had a God over him: (John 14:28) YOU heard that I said to YOU, I am going away and I am coming [back] to YOU. If YOU loved me, YOU would rejoice that I am going my way to the Father, because the Father is greater than I am. (Matthew 27:46) About the ninth hour Jesus called...

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Freezing foreclosures as banks review possibly fraudulent paperwork will further depress the sale of homes. Big impact or not? I am pretty sure that it will have some type of impact now and another type of impact once the foreclosures are activated again. How much and in what way, I don't really know. They are kinda in a catch 22. On the one hand, the fact that some banks/employees don't really review everything to make sure that it is done right causes some to lose their home that should not be losing it. On the...

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Where in the bible is it taught that Jesus was the Archangel Michael before being born of a virgin? Wasn't Michael "one of the chief princes" in Da 10:13? What makes him so special that he is chosen to become Jesus, as some claim? Jesus is also called a prophet, that don't meant that he is not the greater than all other prophets. (Acts 3:19-23) “Repent, therefore, and turn around so as to get YOUR sins blotted out, that seasons of refreshing may come from the person of Jehovah 20 and that he may send forth the Christ appointed for YOU, Jesus, 21 whom heaven, indeed, must hold within itself until the times of...

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Would it even be possible for Jesus to come back in today's society? How would we treat him? Why would we believe him? Not that he would ever come back in the flesh, but the same. For most people, tradition trumps truth of scripture. (2 Corinthians 5:16) Consequently from now on we know no man according to the flesh. Even if we have known Christ according to the flesh, certainly we now know him so no more. (1 Timothy 6:16) the one alone having immortality, who dwells in unapproachable light, whom not one of...

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Do Jehovah Witnesses still believe that Jesus was just a Man in regards to not having a soul that survives death? When did you quit believing in the immortality of the soul for man? (Matthew 20:28) Just as the Son of man came, not to be ministered to, but to minister and to give his soul a ransom in exchange for many.” (Romans 6:9) For we know that Christ, now that he has been raised up from the dead, dies no more; death is master over him no more. (Revelation 1:18) and the living one; and I became...

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That's it folks! Waboo is leaving AB now... I'll go someplace quiet. hehehe? Say it ain't so Joe. Don't go. One question before you go, what does getting contracted mean? Pop up adds?

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Who founded Christianity? Jesus founded Christianity. The term is not in the Bible but neither is the term Judaism found in the Hebrew scriptures. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity Christianity (from the Greek word Xριστός, Khristos, "Christ", literally "anointed one") is a monotheistic religion[1] based on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth as presented in the New Testament. (Acts 11:26) and,...

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What is your take on the Codex Sinaiticus? When comparing the King James Version and various other versions based off of later text such as the textus receptus, there are several changes that should be observed. They may notice how John 1:18 had been changed....

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What is your take on the Codex Sinaiticus? Unfortunately, the translators of the Sinaiticus online are reflecting later manuscripts and traditional renderings rather than what is actually in the Sinaiticus. A couple of examples are 2Pet 3:10 and John 1:18. 2 Pet 3:10 http://www.codexsinaiticus.org/en/manuscript.aspx?=Submit Query&book=54&chapter=3&lid=en&side=r&verse=10&zoomSlider=0 2Pet 3:10...

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Questions based on John 20:17.Will you explain Does Almighty God have a God Are the three persons of the trinity each other's God If Jesus is God, then is the Father his God Is the Holy Spirit the God of Jesus Is Jesus the God of the Holy Spirit Is Jesus Almighty God does not have a God over him like Jesus does. Jehovah is Almighty God and Jehovah alone is the Most High God. Jesus is subordinate to God and sits at Jehovah’s right hand. (Ps 110:1) . (Genesis 17:1) When A′bram got to be ninety-nine years old, then Jehovah appeared to A′bram and said to him: “I am God Almighty. Walk before me and prove yourself faultless. (Exodus 6:3) And...

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In the Greek Septuagint, what is meant by the term "aionios kolasis"? kolasis is from kolazo. http://www.antioch.com.sg/cgi-bin/bible/vines/get_defn.pl?num=2258#1 kolazo primarily denotes "to curtail, prune, dock" (from kolos, "docked"); then, "to check, restrain, punish;" it is used in the Middle Voice in Acts_4:21; Passive Voice in 2_Pet_2:9, AV, "to be punished" (RV, "under punishment," lit., "being punished"), a futurative present tense. ...

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The Codex Sinaiticus, the world's oldest known Bible manuscript, has gone online today. This will be a great boon to scholars. But what will those who believe in the inerrancy of the Bible as we know it today make of its differences? Unfortunately, the translators of the Sinaiticus online are reflecting later manuscripts and traditional renderings rather than what is actually in the Sinaiticus. A couple of examples are 2Pet 3:10 and John 1:18. 2 Pet 3:10 http://www.codexsinaiticus.org/en/manuscript.aspx?=Submit Query&book=54&chapter=3&lid=en&side=r&verse=10&zoomSlider=0 2Pet 3:10...

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Can you imagine that planet Earth will ever be destroyed? What was to happen then? When will this happen? According to the Bible, the earth will be here forever. (Isaiah 45:18) For this is what Jehovah has said, the Creator of the heavens, He the [true] God, the Former of the earth and the Maker of it, He the One who firmly established it, who did not create it simply for nothing, who formed it even to be inhabited: “I am Jehovah, and there is no one else. (Ecclesiastes 1:4) A generation is...

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When Trinitarian Christians say "true God from true God, begotten, not made," do they mean begotten in the same way that Adam begat Able? The following is part of an article from "Insight on the Scriptures": The angels of heaven are sons of God even as Adam was a “son of God.” (Ge 6:2; Job 1:6; 38:7; Lu 3:38) But the Lo′gos, later called Jesus, is “the only-begotten Son of God.” (Joh 3:18) He is the only one of his kind, the only one whom God himself created directly without the agency or cooperation of any creature. He...

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Do you know who the Root of David is? and why he is so important? As others have said, that would be Jesus. He is the one that was to be provided as a provision to regain what Adam had lost. (Gen 3:15) (Matthew 1:6) Jes′se became father to David the king. David became father to Sol′o•mon by the wife of U•ri′ah; (Acts 13:22) And after removing him, he raised up for them David as king, respecting whom he bore witness and said, ‘I have found David...

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Give me an instance where a fart could be deadly or at least dangerous. When you have 3 teenage boys sitting on the couch imitating the blue flame club. They are grown now.

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What does the Bible tell of cremation? In Bible times it was customary for the dead to be buried, sometimes in a cave or in a tomb carved out f rock. (Gen 23:9; Mat 27:60) Under some circumstances, burning after execution was a law. (Lev 20:10; 21:9) When the disobedience of Achan and his family resulted in Israel's defeat at Ai, their fellow countrymen pelted them with stones and the "burned them with fire." (Joshua 7:25) You might...

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What should happen to your body once you're done with it here on earth... If you are talking about heaven, well you can't take it with you when you go. (1 Corinthians 15:50) However, this I say, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit God’s kingdom, neither does corruption inherit incorruption. In Bible times it was customary for the dead to be buried, sometimes in a cave or in a tomb carved out f rock. (Gen 23:9; Mat 27:60) Under some circumstances,...

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Christians: what event inaugurated the new testament? When does the Bible say that the old testament ended and the new began? I believe it was at Pentecost. Heb 9:24-26; Acts 1:3; Acts 2:1-3 Jesus had to enter heaven like the High Priest used to have to enter the Most Holy to appear in the presence of God? (Hebrews 9:11-26) However, when Christ came as a high priest of the good things that have come to pass, through the greater and more perfect tent not made with hands, that is, not of this creation, 12 he...

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Is atheism the cocaine of the poor? hehe You must be a glutton for punishment. Many are gonna put a wafoo on waboo over that one. Lol One writer wrote: “Karl Marx referred to religion as the opium of the masses. But that statement cannot be quite right because opium is a downer, it lulls people into a stupor. No, religion is more like crack cocaine. It unleashes tremendous violence and is a very destructive force.” I don't...

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Why do born-again Christians insist they follow the word of the Bible and yet they believe in the 19th Century myth called The Rapture? Proverbs says pretty much the opposite of the Rapture. Prov 2:21-22 "For the upright are the ones that will reside in the earth, and the blameless are the ones that will be left over in it. As regards the wicked, they will be cut off from the very earth; and as for the treacherous, they will be torn away from it." (Psalm 37:11) But the meek ones themselves will possess the earth, And they will...

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If we do bad stuff, do we go straight to hell forever, or just for a little while? According to the KJV, Jesus was in Hell, was resurrected on the 3rd day, and went to heaven some 40 days later. But then again, according to the KJV, Jesus and the evil doer went to paradise the day that they died. Rev 20:13-14 (KJV)And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works....

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Is Jehovah in the “Old Testament” the Same as Jesus Christ in the “New Testament” ? Almighty God does not have a God over him like Jesus does. Jehovah is Almighty God and Jehovah alone is the Most High God. Jesus is subordinate to God and sits at Jehovah’s right hand. (Ps 110:1) . (Genesis 17:1) When A′bram got to be ninety-nine years old, then Jehovah appeared to A′bram and said to him: “I am God Almighty. Walk before me and prove yourself faultless. (Exodus 6:3) And...

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What does 1 Peter 3:18 mean to Jehovah Witnesses? Doesn’t it mean that he was put to death in the flesh and raised in the spirit? (1 Peter 3:18) Why, even Christ died once for all time concerning sins, a righteous [person] for unrighteous ones, that he might lead YOU to God, he being put to death in the flesh, but being made alive in the spirit. (2Cor 5:16) Consequently from now on we know no man according to the flesh. Even if we have...

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POPE Benedict XVI condemned violence carried out 'in God's name'. Does this include the World Wars that christendom backed? It should have included the World Wars as well as the other 1600+ years worth of crimes committed in God's name. The first link is from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Although I don't agree with everything on the other following websites, the pictures speak volumes. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10005206 http://www.nobeliefs.com/nazis.htm...

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If Christianity is really based on the same teachings why are there so many different ideas of what the basic canon is? Please accept my apology, I just re-read the question and I think that I did not really answer it the first time. From the book "Insight on the Scriptures": APOCRYPHA (A‧poc′ry‧pha). The Greek word a‧po′kry‧phos is used in its original sense in three Bible texts as referring to things “carefully concealed.” (Mr 4:22; Lu 8:17; Col 2:3) As applied to writings, it originally...

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If Christianity is really based on the same teachings why are there so many different ideas of what the basic canon is? (2 Timothy 4:3-4) For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their own desires, they will accumulate teachers for themselves to have their ears tickled; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, whereas they will be turned aside to false stories. The Illustration of Wheat and Weeds and the conclusion of the system...

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Did Jesus create everything in heaven and on earth... everything visible and invisible? The Father created Jesus and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him. (Hebrews 1:2) has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through...

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Do you believe that Jesus Christ is God Almighty? Why or why not? The scriptures show that Jesus had a God over him. God Almighty would not be Almighty if he had a God over him: (John 14:28) YOU heard that I said to YOU, I am going away and I am coming [back] to YOU. If YOU loved me, YOU would rejoice that I am going my way to the Father, because the Father is greater than I am. (Matthew 27:46) About the ninth hour Jesus called out with a loud voice, saying:...

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What did Jesus mean when He said 'I AM'? Many think that the popular rendering of John 8:58 as “I AM” means that Jesus is God, referring to the erroneous traditional rendering of Exodus 3:14. Paul said I am twice at 1Cor 15:10. I am surprised that they don’t make a connection with that since the popular rendering of Exodus 3:14 has I am in it twice also. (1 Corinthians 15:10) But by God’s undeserved kindness I am what I am....

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Is the doctrine of the immortality of the soul contained anywhere in the Bible? Nope. (Ezekiel 18:4) Look! All the souls—to me they belong. As the soul of the father so likewise the soul of the son—to me they belong. The soul that is sinning—it itself will die. (Acts 3:23) Indeed, any soul that does not listen to that Prophet will be completely destroyed from among the people.’ (Judges 16:30) And Samson proceeded to say: “Let my soul die with the...

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Should spreading religion be banned like in China? I don't quite understand your encouragement of supressing the rights of people. I wonder why amnesty international is not in China? http://www.amnesty.org/en/ai_search?keywords=china&op=Search&form_id=search_theme_form&form_token=4289d5e5510991847cba1c847096bade "10 key facts on the death penalty ... Amnesty opposes the death penalty in all circumstances. 1: China executes more...

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Should the Roman Catholic church ordain women to the priesthood? (1 Corinthians 14:33-34) For God is [a God], not of disorder, but of peace. As in all the congregations of the holy ones, 34 let the women keep silent in the congregations, for it is not permitted for them to speak, but let them be in subjection, even as the Law says. (1 Corinthians 11:3) But I want YOU to know that the head of every man is the Christ; in turn the head of a woman is the man; in...

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How many men out there think that a man that didnt want to have the baby should not pay child support just because the she kept the baby? (1 Timothy 5:8) Certainly if anyone does not provide for those who are his own, and especially for those who are members of his household, he has disowned the faith and is worse than a person without faith.

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Does anyone have any interesting holocaust information? Here is a song that was written by someone while in a concentration camp. It is being sung by a survivor as photo's of others go across the screen: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRSC839O3FI&feature=related Here are some other songs that were written in the camps: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8682112 I find it odd that other than a few Pastor's, Priest, Elder's or whatever they were...

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Do you read one scripture from the Bible and form an opinion, or do you compare related scriptures to try to get a better understanding? I compare related scriptures and let scripture interpret scripture. (2 Timothy 3:16) All Scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight, for disciplining in righteousness, (Genesis 40:8) "...“Do not interpretations belong to God? ...” I know many people that read Luke 23:43 and say that Jesus went to heaven the day he died because of...

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Who are we to judge people? Even if there is a God, shouldn't that be up to him? Yes, for the most part you are correct. As level headed said: "Judge not lest you be judged". There are however circumstances where one might have to judge to a certain extent. For example if you have a neighbor that constantly gets drunk, cusses and shoots his shotgun while drinking, you might judge that he may not be someone that you want to allow your kids to associate with. In the same...

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Do all religions lead to God? Not according to the Bible. I have seen some on AB say something like that each Church just likes to worship in a different way. If they all followed the Bible they would not teach different things. Even beyond teaching opposing things, quite often people of the same religion will go to war and kill their brothers over politics, national boundaries, race, or other issues. (2 Timothy 4:2-4)...

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Did Hitler's victims really deserve their final solution? And if not, how can nationalist groups defend it without being wrong? I don't think that you will find anyone saying that the victims deserved it. Don't think that nationalist groups can defend it without being wrong. I have more wondered how the religious groups that participated in it can defend it. Praising the Prince of Peace and at the same time torturing and murdering. (Titus 1:16) They publicly declare they know God, but they disown him by their works,...

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Hell-Does anyone today really think that they might spend eternity in a hell? C'mon people this is the 21st century. Aparantly some Pope's and Billy Graham no longer believe in a literal Hell Fire. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1270414#ans5529687 http://www.ovrlnd.com/Cults/poprejectshell.html Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell in it at all....

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Who wrote Genesis? How did THEY know what stages God went through when creating the universe? Moses wrote Genesis as well as of the Pentateuch. The closing verses were added after Moses’ death, most likely by Joshua or by Eleazar the high priest From a book about "Creation": Chapter 3 What Does Genesis Say? AS WITH other things that are misrepresented or misunderstood, the first chapter of the Bible deserves at least a fair hearing. The need is to investigate and determine whether...

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How can someone put their faith in a practice that is 2000 years old, despite the fact that Christianity has vastly changed since then? The Illustration of Wheat and Weeds and the conclusion of the system of things given by Jesus at Matthew 13:24-30,36-43.showed that there was going to be an apostasy until the time of the end. The thought that some Church's have held to the true teachings of the Bible from the time of the apostles is not supported by scripture. (2 Peter 2:3) Also, with covetousness they will exploit YOU with...

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Is Noah's Ark on the top of the Mount Ararat? Where is that mountain? The following is from a Watchtower dated 7/1/2009: Have They Found Noah’s Ark? EVERY so often, it seems, there is a flurry of publicity about the search for Noah’s ark. The excitement is understandable. That gigantic vessel in which Noah and his family survived the Flood back in 2370-2369 B.C.E. would certainly make for a remarkable archaeological find. Despite many efforts, though, the...

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how does ANSWERBAG compare to the other answer sites? in freedom,friendliness,and fun? i,m neutral for now. I tried wiki.answer.com when AB went through its massive change. Pretty much left it as a supervisor there has an "ordained ministry within the Church of England" and removes answers that do not agree with his theology from the main board. An example is where you have to click the "discussion page" note at the bottom to find my answer in the second link. I have seen other comments on the site...

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Can you present any biblical evidence that suggests anyone was ever slain in the Spirit and fell over backwards ? I think that it might be somewhere around where it tells those that that cure sick people to charge money or where it mentions having a catcher ready? (Matthew 10:8) Cure sick people, raise up dead persons, make lepers clean, expel demons. YOU received free, give free. (Acts 8:20) But Peter said to him: “May your silver perish with you, because you thought through money to get possession of...

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Nicest English accent? How about the original one? Texacan.

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Is there anything positive about Satan? Why do some people worship Satan? He sure is a hard worker.

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How are the dates for Jewish Passover and Catholic Lent determined? It seems they should be the same dates or closer then they are? I am pretty sure that Catholics go by the Gregorian calendar. The Jewish Passover was originally on Nisan 14 and the biblical calendar went from new moon to new moon. From the book "Insight on the Scriptures": "Time of Its Institution. The Passover was always observed on Nisan (Abib) 14, being on or near the day of full moon, inasmuch as the first day of every month (lunar month) in the...

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Do you only believe Hell exists because you are afraid to go there? Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell in it at all. http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=YNG NASB has Hell in it 13 times. (Gehenna) http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=NASB King James has Hell...

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If there's everlasting fire, would the souls in hell burn forever? Do souls have sensory organs to feel pain then? (Ezekiel 18:4) Look! All the souls—to me they belong. As the soul of the father so likewise the soul of the son—to me they belong. The soul that is sinning—it itself will die. (Ecclesiastes 9:5) For the living are conscious that they will die; but as for the dead, they are conscious of nothing at all, neither do they anymore have wages, because the remembrance of them has been forgotten....

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Is there a real hell and why would a loving God send anyone there? Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell in it at all. http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=YNG NASB has Hell in it 13 times. (Gehenna) http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=NASB King James has Hell...

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Why are the old and new testaments so contradictory? For example, why would God say "whoever doesn't work, doesn't eat", then later I assume that you are referencing 2Thess 3:10? (2 Thessalonians 3:6-12) Now we are giving YOU orders, brothers, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, to withdraw from every brother walking disorderly and not according to the tradition YOU received from us. 7 For YOU yourselves know the way YOU ought to imitate us, because we did not behave disorderly among YOU 8 nor did we eat food from anyone...

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What is a cherub angel? From "Insight on the Scriptures": CHERUB 1. (cher′ub). An angelic creature of high rank having special duties, distinguished from the order of seraphs. The first of the 91 times they are mentioned in the Bible is at Genesis 3:24; after God’s driving Adam and Eve out of Eden, cherubs (Heb., keru‧vim′) were posted at the E entrance with a flaming blade of a sword “to guard the way to...

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If both Creationism and Evolution turned out to be false, which belief is most likely to end up true? Don’t know if you know it, but many creationists believe that the universe and the earth and all life on it were created in six 24-hour days some 10,000 years ago. There is another option besides “creationism”. The following article is from an Awake from September 2006: The Bible’s Viewpoint Does Science Contradict the Genesis Account? MANY people claim that science disproves the...

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Why are Catholics and Protestants killing each other in Ireland? or somewhere? Either they don’t know the scriptures or they choose not to follow them. Jesus did not support wars. He made that clear by stating: “all those who take the sword will perish by the sword.” He also did not tell his followers to fight against Cestius Gallus and the Roman legions came against Jerusalem in 66CE. His followers in the first century did not fight in wars and after Gallus...

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Who is a Christian and how do we know? I think that there are at least 3 different thoughts on a christian. 1) Someone that tries to follow Christ teachings, 2) someone that believes in Jesus, 3) and some think of a Christian as someone who believes in the Trinity. According to the Bible, you would recognize them by their love. (Matthew 7:16-17) By their fruits YOU will recognize them. Never do people gather grapes from thorns...

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Do Jehovah Witnesses actually teach 3 plans of salvation? 144,000 Heaven, Great Crowd Rev 19:1,and earthy crowd. With out Bibical support? There you go again Doc trying to reword what JW's actually say. Does every time the Bible mentions a great crowd exclusively mean that the great crowd mentioned is in heaven? John 6:2 (NIV) and a great crowd of people followed him because they saw the miraculous signs he had performed on the sick. John 6:5 (NIV) When Jesus looked up and saw a great crowd coming toward him, he said to Philip,...

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Are atheists more immoral than theists? Since morality comes from religions? Not necesarily as shown by Rom 2:13-14. I do believe that really understanding the Bible and really applying the priniciples helps. It helped me. (Romans 2:13-14) For the hearers of law are not the ones righteous before God, but the doers of law will be declared righteous. 14 For whenever people of the nations that do not have law do by nature the things of the law, these people, although not...

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Why does the New World Translation insert the word "Jehovah" in the New Testament? ... since the Tetragrammaton is NOT found in the ancient Greek New Testament manuscripts! Article from an 8/1/2008 Watchtower: Should the Name Jehovah Appear in the New Testament? DOES it matter whether God’s name appears in the Bible? God obviously felt so. His name, as represented by the four Hebrew characters known as the Tetragrammaton, appears almost 7,000 times in the original Hebrew text of what is commonly called the Old Testament. Bible scholars acknowledge that God’s...

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Did Christ preach door to door as Jehovah's Witness do? I don't really know as I don't see where the Bible says he did or did not. The crowds pretty much came to him. He did tell his apostles to though.(Matthew 10:11-13) JW’s come to your house out of love for God and neighbor.(Luke 10:27;1Ti 4:16;Rom 10:13-15) (Luke 10:27) In answer he said: “‘You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart and with your whole soul and with your whole...

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Serious question: Why do members of certain religious denominations go door-to-door in attempts to gain members to their church? Does it ever really work? JW’s come to your house out of love for God and neighbor.(Luke 10:27;1Ti 4:16;Rom 10:13-15) (Luke 10:27) In answer he said: “‘You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart and with your whole soul and with your whole strength and with your whole mind,’ and, ‘your neighbor as yourself.’” (1 Timothy 4:16) Pay constant attention to yourself and to your teaching. Stay by these...

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why do Jehovah's witnesses love to come to my house every Sunday morning waking me up when i dont even believe in that stuff?? Hopefully my answer wan't be deleted this time. JW’s come to your house out of love for God and neighbor.(Luke 10:27;1Ti 4:16;Rom 10:13-15) If they come every Sunday, they probably feel that you have some interest. Just tell them next time they come that you are not interested and not to come back. (Luke 10:27) In answer he said: “‘You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart...

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Jehovah's Witnesses; Why do you claim to follow the bible and be the only true religion? The pilgrims in Salem MA put witches to death (Ex 22:18) but you've quit obeying this bible commandment along with many other commandments and Laws. Who was the Mosaic Law Covenant made with and under what circumstances was it made? (Exodus 19:3-8) And Moses went up to the [true] God, and Jehovah began to call to him out of the mountain, saying: “This is what you are to say to the house of Jacob and to tell the sons of Israel, 4 ‘YOU yourselves have seen what I did to the Egyptians, that I might carry YOU on wings of eagles and bring...

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What are the names of the translators of the New World Translation? And why DID they not want their names to be exposed? They are not after pay or prominence. That may not be understandable to some as most that translate want recognition and a paycheck. (1Cor 2:14-15) Matt 6:1-4 Take good care not to practice YOUR righteousness in front of men in order to be observed by them; otherwise YOU will have no reward with YOUR Father who is in the heavens. 2 Hence when you go making gifts of mercy, do not blow a...

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How do Jehovah Witnesses pay their sin debt(Rom:6;23) if they survive Armageddon. Ever heard of Jesus? (Romans 6:23) For the wages sin pays is death, but the gift God gives is everlasting life by Christ Jesus our Lord. (1 John 2:2) And he is a propitiatory sacrifice for our sins, yet not for ours only but also for the whole world’s. (Colossians 1:14) by means of whom we have our release by ransom, the forgiveness of our sins. (1 Timothy 1:15) Faithful and deserving of...

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You pray for what? I pray for humility as it is hard to be humble when you are perfect in every way. Lol See Messenger's answer.

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If I'm an atheist, yet love people and all living things, have my own .org, treat people equally and I am good, will god let me in heaven? The ones that are going to heaven know that they are going. I know that I am not going to heaven. The ones that are going also have to be faithful to the end. Rom. 8:16, 17: “The spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are God’s children. If, then, we are children, we are also heirs: heirs indeed of God, but joint heirs with Christ, provided we suffer together that we may also...

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There is a study out that says Atheists know more about God and religion than Christians do. I don't really know if thats true or not. Not sure if it is about all religions in general or about the history of the "Christian" Church's the last 2,000 years, or about the Bible. If it is true that they know more about the Bible than many Christians, which I don't doubt, I think there are 3 teachings that contribute to that. 1) Many Church goers don't seem to feel the need to study the...

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Christians, I'm an atheist, but I'm always thinking about whether God is real, I would like to be a christian, but would like for you to help convince me. Can you give me passages in the bible, historic references, anything proving that God is real? Have you ever thought about how so many prophecies could have been prophecied and come true without divine intervention? Take the timing of the Messiah for instance. (Daniel 9:24-27) “There are seventy weeks that have been determined upon your people and upon your holy city, in order to terminate the transgression, and to finish off sin, and to make atonement for error, and to bring in...

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is it possible that parts of the bible are true and other parts false? example: god does not exist, but jesus did rise from the dead? Well that is a turd of a question. Love your user name. Lol If God does not exist, how could Jesus rise from the dead?

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Were/are any Jehovah Witnesses Ladies members of the anointed class? Why wouldn't there be? The following are the first 3 paragraphs from an article from 2003: Faithful Christian Women—Precious Worshipers of God “Charm may be false, and prettiness may be vain; but the woman that fears Jehovah is the one that procures praise for herself.”—PROVERBS 31:30. THE world places great emphasis on outward appearance, especially in regard to women. Jehovah,...

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Why does the New World Translation insert the word Jehovah in the New Testament when there are absolutely no Greek manuscripts that have it in there? The evidence shows that the name has been tampered with. Notice how the tetragrammaton was in the older copies of the Septuagint but was removed by later copies. It is very likely that during the same time period that copyist also removed it from the Christian Greek scriptures just as they had done from the Greek Septuagint. There are older copies of the Septuagint that still have the...

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http://features.pewforum.org/quiz/us-religious-knowledge/? After you take this quiz, let us know how you scored and your religion :) You answered 15 out of 15 questions correctly for a score of 100%. Jehovah's Witness. Number 15 was more of a guess. 2 of the questions that included some Eastern Religions were kind of a guess, although I had it narrowed down to 2. If I took it again tomorrow, I might only get 12 out of 15.

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CNN article suggests atheists and agnostics know more about religion than Christians. Do you feel this is the case? I don't really know. Many Church goers don't seem to feel the need to study the Bible or do any research outside of what either their parents or preachers told them as they are convinced that all you have to do is believe. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1410287#ans6367139 There is also the teaching of "once saved always saved". Why try to learn more about God and Jesus or try to conform your...

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How can there possibly be so many catholic priest child molestations? How can the people who are apparently closest to god do such things? I don't think the majority of them are actually guilty of that. I personally think that following the unscriptural tradition of being forbidden to marry as part of the reason it is so wide spread. In line with 1Cor 5:9-13 they should have removed any that had done such things from the congregation, and not just send them somewhere else to do the same thing. To even hold a position they should...

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why is it that whenever I say i'm a christian, the first thing asked is what denomination? when did christian stop being enough? The Chiefs answer and Moongrims answer hit the nail on the head. In the first century, just identifying one as a Christian was enough to know what ones beliefs were. After the apostasy, not everyone claiming to be Christian was really following Christ teachings. (2 Timothy 4:3-4) For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their...

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What do you think of Jehovah's witnesses? I like us. I had to get over the Santa thingy though as that used to rub me wrong.

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Do you believe that Jesus Christ is God Almighty? Why or why not? According to the scriptures, the Father is the only True God and Jesus is subordinate to the Father. (1 Corinthians 11:3) But I want YOU to know that the head of every man is the Christ; in turn the head of a woman is the man; in turn the head of the Christ is God. (1 Corinthians 15:27) For [God] “subjected all things under his feet.” But when he says that ‘all things have been...

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Do you depend on God or your own abilities? Unfortunately, I often rely on my own abilities. I hope to grow stronger in my faith before I face something very serious. I know that those that had a life and death choice in the holocaust in rather to support Hitler and his slaughter of innocents or to refuse to do so and face death must have had strong faith and relied on God in line with what Paul said at Phil 4:11-13. ...

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To Catholics: Please read description. I am not Catholic but I know what you are saying. I don't think the majority of them are actually guilty of that. I personally think that following the unscriptural tradition of being forbidden to marry as part of reason it is so wide spread. In line with 1Cor 5:9-13 they should have removed any that had done such things from the congregation, and not just send them somewhere else to do the...

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Do you think believers of God are weak people in general? Not really, although it definately seems that way for some. I think that it takes great faith and strength to let yourself be killed rather than join in with the majority in killing others. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9687262

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The K.James. Bible Mk 16:17,18. Says: "With their hands they will pick up serpents." How is one to understand this Scripture? http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9654346 In the above link you can compare translations, concordances, and some manuscripts. You can see that some things that were added to the textus receptus that the KJV was based on are not in the older manuscripts. The Church’s that handles snakes get it from Mark 16:17-18 in the KJV. It is not in the older manuscripts and most modern translations tell...

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What do you think of snake handling churches? They are dangerously misled. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9654346 In the above link you can compare translations, concordances, and some manuscripts. You can see that some things that were added to the textus receptus that the KJV was based on are not in the older manuscripts. The Church’s that handles snakes get it from Mark 16:17-18 in the KJV. It is not in the older manuscripts and...

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If Jewish Kosher laws are based on Scriptures Christians also read, why don't Christians observe Kosher laws? These scriptures show that Christians are not under the Mosaic Law with dietery restrictions. (Romans 14:2) One [man] has faith to eat everything, but the [man] who is weak eats vegetables. (Leviticus 11:7) Also the pig, because it is a splitter of the hoof and a former of a cleft in the hoof, but it itself does not chew the cud. It is unclean for YOU. (Ephesians 2:15) By means of his flesh he...

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Which non Scrptural teaching has turned the most people away from the Churches? Atiests I would appreciate your answers too. I would think that the non scriptural teaching of conscious torment of immortal souls in a literal hell fire would be one as I have had that come up in the door to door ministry as well as have seen it discussed numerous times on AB. The problem is that most do not realize that it is not scriptural. (Ezekiel 18:4) Look! All the souls—to me they belong. As the soul of the father so likewise...

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Do Jehovah's Witnesses accept people from all races and nationalities? http://www.jw-media.org/aboutjw/article41.htm#unity Racial and ethnic unity Jehovah’s Witnesses, who come from all racial and ethnic groups, believe the Bible’s teaching that all races are equal in the sight of God. Through Bible education, we have been successful in helping many to overcome deep-seated prejudices.—Acts 17:26. Even under extreme pressure, we will not support any movement...

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Who in your opinion was the worst U.S. president? The one right after John Wayne. It has been downhill ever since.

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Why do Jehovah's Witnesses stand out as different from all other religions? Many differences but I think one of the main differences is that JW’s actually really believe the Bible and what it says about God and Jesus even when it is not popular in their Country or area. Another main differences is that JW’s would rather die than kill other innocent people while some others would rather kill their brothers over national boundaries, race or politics rather than hold...

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what scripture in the new testament states to tell every one that God's name is Jehovah? What scripture in any part of the Bible says to substitute God’s name with the title “LORD” or to follow any other non-scriptural traditions? (Mark 7:13) and thus YOU make the word of God invalid by YOUR tradition which YOU handed down. And many things similar to this YOU do.” (Titus 1:14) paying no attention to Jewish fables and commandments of men who turn themselves away from the...

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Are there true Christians and false Christians? http://www.youtube.com/v/jgiPJttZmnI&hl=en&fs=1& The video above ain't exactly Peter and Paul. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9620307 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9543279 The 2 links above have several scriptures such as 1John 3:10-13 and Matt 7:15-20 that show there is a difference and how to tell. The links at the bottom show the actions of some that make the claim of...

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What is your preferred version of The Bible? When I am doing personal study, I prefer to use the NWT. I used to use the KJV but some words are hard to understand and there are many errors in it. When talking with others, I often like to use the translation of their choice. There are many good modern translations now but unfortunately many seem to want to follow tradition in their maintext on certain verses and words in order to sale the...

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Ladies - how can you possibly blame men for leaving the toilet seat up when all you need do is look before you sit?? I know what you mean. That used to irritate my wife as well. I have never sat without being conscious about the position of the lid, I don't know why women have such a tendency to not pay attention which seems to happen when they are most tired like in the middle of the night. One of the surgeries my wife had several years ago changed all of that. I started making a conscious effort to put it...

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Which is correct We shall all stand before the judgement seat of Christ Rom 14:10 KJV. Or the Judgement seat of God. Rom 14:10 NASB,NIV ? The older manuscripts say "God" at Rom 14:10. Christ or God would work in the context as Jesus is the one that God gave the authority to judge. It is similar to how the ones that ruled in Israel when Israel was God's covenant people were spoken of as sitting upon Jehovah's throne. (Acts 17:31) Because he has set a day in which he purposes to judge the inhabited earth in righteousness by a man...

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Jehovah Witnesses taught that Armageddion would occur in 1914,1915,1918,1921,1925,1932,1941 and 1975. Who is the father of the lie? A little on the 1914 thingy here: http://searchforbibletruths.blogspot.com/2010/02/dates-1914-1975.html http://abdijah.blogspot.com/ “Nor would we have our writings reverenced or regarded as infallible.”(The Watchtower, December 15, 1896, page 306) http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8681973 [In relation to 1975 Paragraph 25 from an April 15 1967 Watchtower reads: 25 Fifteen centuries ago...

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What is it going to take for Moongrim to stop hiding his feelings and say what he really thinks? Beats around the bush too much? Appears not to have made up his mind about religion? Lol. I never quite realized it before, but Moongrim seems to be a star. A few other questions: • When will Moongrim stop saying fanatic here, fanatic there? hahahahahaha Thanks Moongrim!! • Bah bah black sheep have you any wool moongrim moongrim has two bags full.. ??? hehe • Can we make a Moongrim...

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Where specifically does the Bible say; "The great crowd will live on earth." Where specifically does the Bible say: "The great crowd will live in Heaven"? Where specifically does the Bible say the hundred and forty-four thousand will live in heaven? Ever heard of reasoning from the scriptures? (Acts 17:2) So according to Paul’s custom he went inside to them, and for three sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, (Acts 17:11) Now the latter were more...

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What is the meaning of the name Yhwh? http://www.thelemapedia.org/index.php/Tetragrammaton - Meaning - According to one Jewish tradition, the Tetragrammaton is related to the causative form, the imperfect state, of the Hebrew verb הוה (ha•wah; become); meaning "He will cause to become" usually understood as "He causes to become". http://www.biblewiki.be/wiki/Jehovah Je•ho′vah the causative form, the imperfect state, of...

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Is Jehovah Gods real name? What name are we to call on to be saved? In the English language, Jehovah is the recognizable name for God. We do not know the exact pronunciation in ancient Hebrew as there were no vowels, but in English, when someone says Jehovah, most people recognize that it is the name of the God of the Bible. Words that start with Y in hebrew are usually translated with a J in English. For example, some have suggested that Jesus may have been...

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How can any nonanointed Jehovah witness gain life in God's new order if they are condemned.Rom 8:1-10 Not sure what you are trying to say this time. Are you saying that no flesh will be saved? It appears to me that some flesh will be saved on account of the chosen ones, but that flesh and blood cannot go to heaven. (Matthew 24:22) In fact, unless those days were cut short, no flesh would be saved; but on account of the chosen ones those days will be cut short. (1 Corinthians 15:50) However,...

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What occurred in heaven in 1914 [end of the gentile times] and what are the implications for earth? For some of the implications on earth, you might consider what some have said about 1914. From a Watchtower, 3/15/2009 THE AGE OF TURBULENCE BEGAN The Age of Turbulence: Adventures in a New World is the title of a 2007 book by Alan Greenspan. For almost 20 years, he was chairman of the United States Federal Reserve Board, which oversees that nation’s entire central banking system....

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Is the Pope a false idol? Perhaps? I don't think he actually cares what the Bible says though. (Matthew 23:9-10) Moreover, do not call anyone YOUR father on earth, for one is YOUR Father, the heavenly One. 10 Neither be called ‘leaders,’ for YOUR Leader is one, the Christ. (1 Timothy 4:1-3) However, the inspired utterance says definitely that in later periods of time some will fall away from the faith, paying...

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Do you think the Pope actually believes in Christianity? Perhaps he believes that Catholicism is Christianity, but I don't think he believes in the Bible. Compare 1Tim 4:1-3 and Matthew 23:8-10 for example. (1 Timothy 4:1-3) However, the inspired utterance says definitely that in later periods of time some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to misleading inspired utterances and teachings of demons, 2 by the hypocrisy of men who speak...

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Why is the concept of faith "good"? Why is believing something with no evidence whatsoever, "good"? Believing something with no evidence whatsoever is not good. Fulfilled Bible prophecies such as the timing of the Messiah help to build faith: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9621652 The following is from an article from 5/1/2009: What Is Faith? HOW would you define faith? Some equate it with blind belief. Influential American essayist and journalist H. L. Mencken once called faith “an...

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Why do Jehovah Witness's use this forum for long winded preaching for their Watchtower cult? BORING!!! Who reads it? Only other JW's! LOL Have you ever thought about trying to talk in a nice manner to those that disagree with you? I do admire your zeal though. (Romans 10:2-3) For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God; but not according to accurate knowledge; 3 for, because of not knowing the righteousness of God but seeking to establish their own, they did not subject themselves to the righteousness of God. (2...

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Is this taught by JW; "We must earn our own Salvation:" Salvation "depends on ones works" and complying with the JW Organization? Why do you always feel the need to reword what is actually being said? Why want you reveal what Church that you go to? No, we do not teach all of that. Do you teach that it is okay to just call Jesus Lord but not do what he says? Luke 6:46 "Why do you call Me, 'Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say?" If you do what Jesus says to do, do you consider that earning your own salvation? What do...

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Was Paul a Jew?(Acts 21:39) Or was Paul a Roman?(Acts 22:25-28)Or was his testimony later discovered to show him up as a liar? (Rev 2:2) Yes, yes, and no. From "Insight on the Scriptures": ROMAN Originally, and in the restrictive sense, one who lived in the city of Rome, Italy. (Ac 2:10; Ro 1:7) With the expansion of the empire the name took on broader meanings. Sometimes “the Romans” referred to the imperial authority that ruled; “Roman procedure” meant that authority’s methods of rule. (Joh 11:48; Ac 25:16; 28:17)...

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Regarding salvation : if it can be lost, then when? At what point? Read description I believe that salvation can be lost anytime before death. (Revelation 2:10) Do not be afraid of the things you are about to suffer. Look! The Devil will keep on throwing some of YOU into prison that YOU may be fully put to the test, and that YOU may have tribulation ten days. Prove yourself faithful even to death, and I will give you the crown of life. (Matthew 24:13) But he that has endured...

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How does a Jehovah Witness define being a Chriatian? How does a Christian define being a Christian? From "Insight on the Scriptures": CHRISTIAN [The Latinized Greek term Khri‧sti‧a‧nos′, found only three times in the Christian Greek Scriptures, designates followers of Christ Jesus, the exponents of Christianity.—Ac 11:26; 26:28; 1Pe 4:16. “It was first in Antioch [Syria] that the disciples were by divine providence called Christians.” (Ac 11:26) It is possible, then, that this...

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How does a Jehovah Witness define being a Chriatian? How does a Christian define being a Christian? When I say Christian, I sometimes am referring to any that profess belief in Christ and sometimes I am referring to those that try to follow Christ and his teachings, do the work that he assigned, and worship the God that Christ worshipped.(Matt 24:14; Matt25:14-30;Matt28:19-20) You should take in knowledge of Jesus and the one that sent him. I know that many believe that all you have to do is...

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Do you believe in the infallibility of the pope? If I am not mistaken, most Popes believe in a literal Hell Fire, but at least one Pope disagrees. That would imply that at least one was not infallibile. It seems that I heard something similar about purgatory no longer being taught, but not absolutely sure. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1270414?sort=date

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How much will spending money be per day in Hawaii, Oahu? Not counting food, lodging or transportation, or souveniers. My wife and I only went once, and that was to the Big Island. Our daughter-inlaw has family there so we stayed with someone in their congregatin for free. If you are into the beach scene, that is pretty cheep. Sport fishing is one of the best prices in the world but that is because the crew usually keeps the fish or at least the big ones. Seems like it was about $500.00 for a 1/2 day. We...

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Is the Abrahamic covenant still valid? Gal.3:16-18, 28, 29. From 1 2008 Watchtower: [Is the Abrahamic covenant still valid? Yes, it is. The Law covenant was an addition to and not a replacement of God’s covenant with Abraham. Therefore, the Abrahamic covenant remained in effect after the Law was “abolished.” (Eph. 2:15) Its promises are passed on to Abraham’s true “seed”—Christ Jesus, who is the primary one, and those who “belong to...

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If you read the bible, how important is an exhaustive concordance to you? It could be of great help, although I don't believe it is completely necessary. Here are some links to many online resources such as concordances, biblical dictionaries, some manuscripts, and several Bible translations. I have been adding to the list as I come across other references. http://bible.cc/psalms/83-18.htm /. Several translation, only one verse at a time....

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What about the errors in the Bible that lead believers to think that they can be protected while performing harmful activities? According to Mr 16:17,18, handling serpents would be a sign that they are believers. Most modern translation will tell you that the older or more reliable manuscripts do not include Mr 16:9-20. The Authorized King James does not give us that information. That scripture contradicts the ones telling us not to put God to the test. Ja 1:13 "..For with evil things God cannot be tried nor does he...

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I wonder if this Bible was "politically Correct" when it was written. your thoughts? I don't know anything about it being "politically correct" as God's word has never been popular to the massed, even among those that claim to believe in it. Do you know if it is available to view the whole Codex online? The following is an article from 1989: The Mystery of the Vatican Codex CODEX Vaticanus 1209 appears in the first catalog of the Vatican Library, prepared in the year 1475....

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Why does Jesus commend the 7 churches in Rev chap 2-3 for their "works and deeds" but Paul says our "works" are "filthy rags"? Some might think that Eph 2:8,9 speaking about being saved by faith and not by works contradicts James 2:14-26 speaking about a man needing works along with his faith to be justified or saved. 2Tim 3:16 says All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. Since they are both part of "All scripture" they...

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Why would a loving god threaten you with eternal torture if you don't worship him? Good point. Many governments today have the death penalty, but most don't condone torture. A loving parent would not touch their childs hand to a hot stove for 5 seconds to teach them a lesson. We are supposed to be like children to God and surely a loving God would not do such a thing forever. God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart....

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who knows about the "westborrow church" people in Texas? I Cant believe how crazy and rude they are WHY DOES EVERYONE THINK THAT ALL OF THE WACKO'S ARE FROM TEXAS!!! Oh, Waco, never mind, sigh.

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Jesus was a humble person who never wanted glory or material reward for his work. Are Christians wrong to praise and glorify him so much? Good question. It seems that Jesus does not accept glory from men. He did everything for God's glory and he wanted to glorify God and to be glorified by his God. I believe that we are supposed to give praise and honor to Jesus and to God but we are only to worship God. (Luke 4:8) At Romans 1:25 we are warned about worshipping creation. Revelation 3:14 and Colossians 1:15 show clearly that...

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How do the Miraculous Healings Performed by Jesus Compare With the Methods of Faith Healers Today Jesus healed people of all their illnesses and restored appendages and such. Jesus and his first century apostles did such for free and healed ones who had no faith as well. Today, there seems to be money involved and the healings usually involve internal stuff that are hard to verify. They often cannot heal people and then blame the person wanting to be healed for not having faith. (Matthew...

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In the Christian concept of hell, who's looking after it? Who's the trustee appointed to oversee the torture? God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew 5:22 speaks of those liable to “hell fire” or “Gehenna”. To use “hell fire” gives a false...

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According to Jehovah's Witnesses, who exactly can or cannot take of the bread and wine? Watchtower 1988 2/1 pp. 30-31 Questions From Readers *** Questions From Readers ▪ Why do so few of Jehovah’s Witnesses partake of the bread and the wine at the yearly celebration of the Lord’s Evening Meal? This is because Jehovah’s Witnesses, in contrast to the churches of Christendom, accept the Bible’s teaching that a small number of humans will gain heavenly life and the rest of...

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Religions are responsible for a lot of intolerance & hatred now & in the past. What do you think of that statement? Unfortunately, I believe that is so. For current intolerance and hatred, check out amnesty international's website sometime. You can do a search by key words on topics such as a religion, ethnicity, or whatever as well as a search by Country: http://www.amnestyusa.org/index.html ...

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If a Jehovah Witness lady is being raped and she does not scream or resist is she guilty of fornication? Wouldn't that be between her and God? What are all of the circumstances involved? Only her and God would know that. Here is an article from 1983: Questions From Readers Why does the Bible say that a person should scream if threatened with rape? Anyone who has not personally experienced the horror of being brutally assaulted by a rapist can never truly understand how it can shatter one’s...

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What the hell is biblical fact? Not Hell. You're welcome!

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How can the Great Apostasy be true when Jesus promised to be with His Church unto the “end of the world” (Matthew 28:20)? How can an Apostasy not be true when Jesus and the apostles warned of such? The Illustration of Wheat and Weeds and the conclusion of the system of things given by Jesus at Matthew 13:24-30,36-43.showed that there was going to be an apostasy until the time of the end. The thought that some have held to the true teachings of the Bible from the time of the apostles is not supported by...

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Is there any historical evidence for the Great Apostasy? Yes there is. Here are a few: (1) Trinity, (2) Hellfire, (3) Immortal Soul, (4) Christmas, (5) Easter, (6) Choosing to not list God's name in the Bible, (7) Use of images in worship, (8) Clergy-Laity divide, (9) Involvement in armed conflict, (10) Rapture The Illustration of Wheat and Weeds and the conclusion of the system of things given by Jesus at Matthew 13:24-30,36-43.showed that there...

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What are some Bible prophesies that have been fulfilled? OUTSTANDING PROPHECIES CONCERNING JESUS AND THEIR FULFILLMENT Prophecy Event Fulfillment Ge 49:10 Born of the tribe Mt 1:2-16; Lu 3:23-33; Heb 7:14 of Judah Ps 132:11; From the family of Mt 1:1, 6-16; 9:27; Ac 13:22, 23; Isa 9:7; David the son of Ro 1:3; 15:8, 12 11:1, Jesse 11:10 Mic 5:2 Born in Bethlehem Lu 2:4-11;...

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How will Jewish people know when the Messiah has come, is that when there will be peace in Israel? Nope, they should have recognized the timing of the Messiah almost 2,000 years ago based on the prophecy in Daniel. (Daniel 9:24-27) “There are seventy weeks that have been determined upon your people and upon your holy city, in order to terminate the transgression, and to finish off sin, and to make atonement for error, and to bring in righteousness for times indefinite, and to imprint a...

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Which form of the divine name is correct—Jehovah or Yahweh? In the English language, Jehovah is the recognizable name for God. We do not know the exact pronunciation in ancient Hebrew as there were no vowels, but in English, when someone says Jehovah, most people recognize that it is the name of the God of the Bible. Words that start with Y in hebrew are usually translated with a J in English. For example, some have suggested that Jesus may have been...

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Why was God's name Jehovah taken out of the bible? It seems as though everyone acknowledges, and some condone the removal of God's name from the Hebrew scriptures. The main reason appears to be because of following a Jewish tradition. After saying your house is abandoned to you(Mt 23:38) and condemning the Jews for following traditions of men(Mt 15:3; Mr 7:13), it would seem strange for him to follow their unscriptural traditions, such as not...

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Should Christians have nothing to do with war? Yes. Christians going to war would contradict everything that Jesus told Christians to do since the institution of the New Covenant. There have been quite a few wars in which suppossed Christians thought that God and Jesus wanted them to kill, often resulting in mutual slaughter of those of the same religion just because they are of a different nationality or race. If those supposed Christians...

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MAN has committed as many atrocities in the name of no God as in the name of one so what are YOU complaining about? I believe that part of the problem with "as many atrocities" is that Christians are supposed to be the ight of the world, not like the world. There have been quite a few wars in which suppossed Christians thought that God and Jesus wanted them to kill, often resulting in mutual slaughter of those of the same religion just because they are of a different nationality or race. If those supposed...

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Why did Jesus, a Rabbi, sit by the river with his disciples eating food without first going through the ceremonial washing? It was the exagerated ritual of washing to the elbow that Jesus did not do. Jesus was not a rabbi in the sense of the way the term "rabbi" was used by the Pharisees as Jesus had and has authority from God. (Mark 7:1-8) Now the Pharisees and some of the scribes that had come from Jerusalem gathered about him. 2 And when they saw some of his disciples eat their meal with defiled hands, that is,...

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Many Christians say they would die for Jesus without hesitation. Would you also kill for him? No. I would know that that was not coming from Jesus as that would contradict everything that Jesus told Christians to do since the institution of the New Covenant. There have been quite a few wars in which suppossed Christians thought that God and Jesus wanted them to kill, often resulting in mutual slaughter of those of the same religion just because they are of a different nationality or...

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where in the Bible does it say in the last days, you should look to an organization for the truth? The following is from part of an article from a book called: "Proclaimers of God's Kingdom". "After the first century, the foretold apostasy developed unrestrained. (Acts 20:29, 30; 2 Thess. 2:7-12) For many centuries the lamp of true Christianity burned very low. (Compare Matthew 5:14-16.) Yet, in an illustration Jesus indicated that at the ‘conclusion of the system of things,’ there would...

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Did Jesus take away Satan's authority on earth, when He was crucified and resurrected? It don't look like it to me. When you see all of the religions that participated in the holocaust, it appears that Satan has still been misleading people, even more so in the 20th century. Revelation 12 seems to show that Satan has been misleading the earth even to the point that Revelation was supposed to be understood. I am sure that you have a scripture in mind to that affect though. (2...

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What is the definition of a church? Church in general applies to a building. The Greek word Ekklesia generally means an assembly and never means a building. King James was the King. He made 15 rules that the translation committee had to adhere to. Article 3 basically forbed them from using the word Congregation as William Tyndale had done and required them to use "the Old Ecclesiastical Words" such as Church. When the Bible is...

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In the bible, who created hell, Satan or Yahweh? Preachers created Hell to scare more people into paying the Preachers to lie to them. Everlasting life is a gift from God, not a punishment. (Romans 6:23) For the wages sin pays is death, but the gift God gives is everlasting life by Christ Jesus our Lord. (Ezekiel 18:4) Look! All the souls—to me they belong. As the soul of the father so likewise the soul of the son—to me they belong. The...

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What to do when a pastor goes on strike? (Please see the description for the full situation.) Perhaps they should all imitate Pauls example? (2 Thessalonians 3:7-10) For YOU yourselves know the way YOU ought to imitate us, because we did not behave disorderly among YOU 8 nor did we eat food from anyone free. To the contrary, by labor and toil night and day we were working so as not to impose an expensive burden upon any one of YOU. 9 Not that we do not have authority, but in order that...

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Would your God do this? As Hezekiah mentioned, you are likely referring to Ananias and Sapphira. The following is from a book called "Bearing Witness". Accountable, “Not to Men, But to God” (Acts 4:32–5:11) 18 The fledgling congregation in Jerusalem soon grew to more than 5,000 members strong. Despite their diverse backgrounds, the disciples had “one heart and soul.” They were united in the same mind and...

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Will planet earth be destroyed in a nuclear war? No, some may think that due to an alteration of 2Pet 3:10. The older more reliable manuscripts say “εὑρεθήσεται" (discovered, found) later manuscripts replaced it with “κατακαίω” (burned up). (Isaiah 45:18) For this is what Jehovah has said, the Creator of the heavens, He the [true] God, the Former of the earth and the Maker of it, He the One who firmly established...

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would a truly saved person ever say?there is no help for some people? quote. There are some that truly believe that they are saved that say there is no help for some people. I have been told by someone that believes that he is predestined to go to heaven that I am predestined for hell. I don't really see the reason for his preaching if I cannot change anyway. Unfortunately, I was not born into a religion and had to search on my own. Or perhaps I should say fortunately?

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The Bible states that God is a Spirit, Are there any occasions in the Old Testament of God visiting earth in a human body? Where? Since you are asking this in the JW section, I assume that you would not mind a Watchtower article with scriptures on the subject. The following is from a Watchtower dated 10/1/1996 Has Anyone Seen God? THE renowned patriarch Abraham, who lived more than 1,900 years before the birth of Jesus Christ, was so warmly viewed by our Creator that he was called “God’s friend.” (James 2:23,...

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What is the main causes that the world is going into this suffering now a days ? (2 Timothy 3:1-5) But know this, that in the last days critical times hard to deal with will be here. 2 For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, self-assuming, haughty, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, disloyal, 3 having no natural affection, not open to any agreement, slanderers, without self-control, fierce, without love of goodness, 4 betrayers, headstrong,...

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How old were you when you stopped having a curfew? 8 the first time.

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why are most people so mean now a days? It seems like there are more hateful rude people now then nice people. People are under alot of stress. A hand shake and a warm smile don't quite cut it anymore in this dog eat dog world. Traffic, pollution, the economy such as trying to make ends meet, putting food on the table and the lack of job security can weigh us down and cause people to act in ways that don't quite seem normal. (2 Timothy 3:1-5) But know this, that in the last days critical times hard to...

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Are Trinitarians actually against the fact that Christ died, ceased to exist for three days, then was resurrected as an Immortal spirit? I think so. They have different theories though. Recently I was told that only his fleshly body died. Some say that during those 3 days that Jesus went to Hell. Some say that Jesus and the evil doer next to him went to heaven that day. Some will say in one conversation that Jesus went to Hell that day for three days and then in another thread the same person will say that Jesus and the evil...

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What were the religious arguments FOR upholding slavery? I copied this from Awake 09/08/2001 It's a lengthy article with many scriptures, but worth reading if you have time to look up the cited scriptures. Also on the internet with links for scriptures. http://www.watchtower.org/e/20010908a/article_01.htm The Bible’s Viewpoint Did God Condone the Slave Trade? DARK sweating bodies bent almost in two shuffle up gangplanks under the crushing...

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Does God promote slavery? The following article is from "Insight on the Scriptures": SLAVE The original-language words rendered “slave” or “servant” are not limited in their application to persons owned by others. The Hebrew word ʽe′vedh can refer to persons owned by fellowmen. (Ge 12:16; Ex 20:17) Or the term can designate subjects of a king (2Sa 11:21; 2Ch 10:7), subjugated peoples who paid tribute (2Sa...

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Why is God such a huge proponent of slavery in the Bible? The following article is from "Insight on the Scriptures": SLAVE The original-language words rendered “slave” or “servant” are not limited in their application to persons owned by others. The Hebrew word ʽe′vedh can refer to persons owned by fellowmen. (Ge 12:16; Ex 20:17) Or the term can designate subjects of a king (2Sa 11:21; 2Ch 10:7), subjugated peoples who paid tribute (2Sa...

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What were the religious arguments FOR upholding slavery? The following article is from "Insight on the Scriptures": SLAVE The original-language words rendered “slave” or “servant” are not limited in their application to persons owned by others. The Hebrew word ʽe′vedh can refer to persons owned by fellowmen. (Ge 12:16; Ex 20:17) Or the term can designate subjects of a king (2Sa 11:21; 2Ch 10:7), subjugated peoples who paid tribute (2Sa...

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WHOS BETTER EMINEM OR 50 CENT. Thats not a cut and dried as it appears. I would take 50 cents over plain M & M's, but I would take peanut M & M's over 50 cents.

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What role did the religious leaders play during World War 2? Other than a few Pastor's, Priest, Elder's or whatever they were called that of their own conscience knew it was wrong, most Christian denominations supported Nazi Germany, although some reluctantly did so only to save themselves from the fate of those that had enough faith to follow their conscience to death. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10005206 - German Churches and the...

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Which Christian denominations supported Nazi Germany in the war effort? Other than a few Pastor's, Priest, Elder's or whatever they were called that of their own conscience knew it was wrong, most Christian denominations supported Nazi Germany. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10005206 - German Churches and the Nazi State Photos of clergy with Nazi’s: http://www.nobeliefs.com/nazis.htm ...

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What songs besides "Forward, You Witnesses!" were written in concentration camps? I just found this. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/gallery_so.php?ModuleId=10005394 Stand Fast: http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/media_so.php?ModuleId=10005394&MediaId=3940 Forward, You Witnesses!: http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/media_so.php?ModuleId=10005394&MediaId=3941 http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/media_list.php?MediaType=so

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What songs besides "Forward, You Witnesses!" were written in concentration camps? Please delete

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All kind of atrocities have been committed in the name of religion and in the name of God, yet [some] people get all faced up and ready to fight back whenever the premises of their relgion are scrutinized and questioned. Why is that? Unfortunately that is true. I especially cannot fathom how those claiming to follow the Prince of Peace can be so deceived into nationalistic bloodshed. Photos of clergy with Nazi’s: http://www.nobeliefs.com/nazis.htm http://www2.dsu.nodak.edu/users/dmeier/Holocaust/hitler.html Nazi Supporters The Nazis won their support primarily from the lower middle class and the peasantry. These voters...

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Who do u believe in God or Jesus or Both? I believe in both, the Father and the Son, God and Jesus. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (2 John 9) Everyone that pushes ahead and does not remain in the teaching of the Christ does not have God. He that does remain in this teaching is the one that has both the Father and the Son....

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Some religious folks quote their holy books to justify treating others badly. Is that what religion is all about? Justifying bigotry/hate? That is not what religion is supposed to be about. Rather someone is a different race, different religion, or living what may be perceived as an immoral lifestyle, we should treat them with love, dignity, and respect and we are not the judge. In fact, according to 1Cor 5:9-13, James 4:17, we should hold ourselves to a higher standard than non-believers. If possible, as far as it depends upon...

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Those who oppose the NY mosque, do you recall that the Nazi's rise to power was helped by persecution of a particular religion? I think that Hitler was trying to exterminate all Jew’s regardless of religion. If it was Jewish religion he was trying to get rid of, I believe that Jews and Gentiles that became Jewish proselytes would have probably been offered a chance to renounce their faith by signing a document like this: http://www.euaggelion2414.com/FaithGvUp.htm ...

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Where can I find reference to infant baptism in the Bible? Have not seen it. The following is from "Insight on the Scriptures" under Baptism: No Infant Baptism. In view of the fact that ‘hearing the word,’ ‘embracing the word heartily,’ and ‘repenting’ precede water baptism (Ac 2:14, 22, 38, 41) and that baptism requires the individual to make a solemn decision, it is apparent that one must at least be of age to hear, to believe, and to...

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What is a religious sect of the renaissance that rejected the practice of infant baptism, limiting the church membership to adults baptized after a confession of faith? Christians? The following is from "Insight on the Scriptures" under Baptism: No Infant Baptism. In view of the fact that ‘hearing the word,’ ‘embracing the word heartily,’ and ‘repenting’ precede water baptism (Ac 2:14, 22, 38, 41) and that baptism requires the individual to make a solemn decision, it is apparent that one must at least be of age to hear, to believe, and to make...

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Was infant baptism practiced by the early Christians (Jesus and his close followers of the 1st century?) The following is from "Insight on the Scriptures" under Baptism: No Infant Baptism. In view of the fact that ‘hearing the word,’ ‘embracing the word heartily,’ and ‘repenting’ precede water baptism (Ac 2:14, 22, 38, 41) and that baptism requires the individual to make a solemn decision, it is apparent that one must at least be of age to hear, to believe, and to make this decision....

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Does the Bible in any part prohibits to make money with religion Yes, I think so, “Cure sick people, raise up dead persons, make lepers clean, expel demons. YOU received free, give free.” (Matthew 10:8) (2 Corinthians 2:17) [We are;] for we are not peddlers of the word of God as many men are, but as out of sincerity, yes, as sent from God, under God’s view, in company with Christ, we are speaking. (1 Peter 5:2) Shepherd the flock of God in YOUR care,...

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Is there anything in the bible that says your not supposed to obtain economic benefit preaching the word of God The following is from an article in a Watchtower dated 8/1/2003: “You Received Free, Give Free” “YOU received free, give free.” (Matthew 10:8) Jesus issued that instruction to his apostles when he sent them forth to preach the good news. Did the apostles obey this directive? Yes, and they continued to do so even after Jesus departed from the earth. For instance, when the former sorcerer...

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Is there anything in the bible that says your not supposed to obtain economic benefit preaching the word of God Yes, I think so, “Cure sick people, raise up dead persons, make lepers clean, expel demons. YOU received free, give free.” (Matthew 10:8) (2 Corinthians 2:17) [We are;] for we are not peddlers of the word of God as many men are, but as out of sincerity, yes, as sent from God, under God’s view, in company with Christ, we are speaking. (1 Peter 5:2) Shepherd the flock of God in YOUR care,...

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What were some of the main weapons of the Spanish Inquisition? Ferdinand and Isabella combining with the Catholic Church seemed to be a powerful weapon, kind of like Hitler with the support of the Church's during the Holocaust. There was that stretchy thingy call the rack a common form of torture, stretched the victims’ limbs until they came out of joint. Of course they had torture chambers and burned suppossed heretics to death also. "Thousands were...

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Dearest religious people. If you were born elsewhere and brought up with another religion, would you still go to hell? I love the way you started your question: "Dearest religious people". Lol I was not brought up in a religion as my parents did not go to Church or profess a faith while I was growing up. Most of my family are protestants with a good portion being baptist and pentacostals. Most of the scriptures that preachers use to teach Hell Fire are in parables, Revelation(highly symbolic), or really refer...

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What exactly constitutes “being a religion”? At one time I thought it was obvious. Since I have found answerbag, I have run into many people preaching the same thing mainstream religions preach but at the same time saying that they don't have a religion. It seems that many are not claiming the mainstream Protestant religions as much as they used to, although holding to the same dogma's like the Trinity,Hellfire, Immortal Soul, Christmas,...

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So who tortures satan and all the non-believers in hell? the bible says that people will be tortured and burned in hell, who does that? Most of the scriptures that preachers use to teach Hell Fire are in parables, Revelation(highly symbolic), or really refer to a garbage dump outside of Jerusalem that is used as a symbol of total destruction. Jesus reference to Gehenna is no more a literal "Hell fire" than Jesus references to sheep and goats in his parables mean that his followers are literal farm animals. Burning people in a...

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Do you sense many if not most Atheists were abused Catholics? I could see how that could drive one to disbelief, but I don't personally know any Catholics or ex-Catholics that have been abused. I have talked to a few athiest on AB that used to be Catholic but not sure that would be a majority as I have talked to some of other ex-faiths as well. There does appear to be a decline in Catholics going to Church on a regular bases but not sure what percentage...

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To Christians: how can evil men proceed from bad to worse? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/2195064?sort=greatness How about many starting to think that pedophilia is normal for an example of going from bad to worse? (Isaiah 5:20-21) Woe to those who are saying that good is bad and bad is good, those who are putting darkness for light and light for darkness, those who are putting bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter! 21 Woe to those wise in their...

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When the Bible says the earth was created in six days, does that mean literally six 24 hour days? No, it does not mean in 6 literal days, although I see how many could take it as 6 literal days. Looking at other scriptures and how they use "day" and looking at true science that shows the earth has been here for well over 6,000 years, if one thinks they are literal days, one should rethink that belief. Genesis 2:4 speaks of "the day that Jehovah God made earth and heaven." This one day...

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Does the Bible say that the earth created in six literal days? No, it does not say in 6 literal days, although I see how many could take it as 6 literal days. Looking at other scriptures and how they use "day" and looking at true science that shows the earth has been here for well over 6,000 years, if one thinks they are literal days, one should rethink that belief. Genesis 2:4 speaks of "the day that Jehovah God made earth and heaven." This one day...

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If you could heal is it okay to charge money? I realize that this is not in the Christian section so I cannot comment on other opinions, but according to the Bible, those that had those gifts such as the apostles and those that the apostles had laid their hands on were not to charge. Probably could not figure that out by those money hungry supposed "Christian" faith healers on TV as they would not quote this verse: (Matthew 10:8) Cure sick...

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"they are holy and belong to the priest, together with the breast that was waved and the thigh that was presented". Thoughts? I never really thought about it before. In certain sacrifices, the right hind leg, evidently the choice upper part of it, was also given as a sacred portion to the officiating priest. (Le 7:32-34; 10:12, 14, 15) The front leg, the “shoulder” or “shoulder blade” (literally, “arm”), is also mentioned as a portion for the priests, at Numbers 6:19 and Deuteronomy 18:3. From "Insight...

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The Bible states that God is a Spirit, Are there any occasions in the Old Testament of God visiting earth in a human body? Where? Often in the Bible, God's messengers are spoken of as if they are God himself. Even Moses was said to be god to Aaron and Pharoah. (Genesis 31:11-13) Then the angel of the [true] God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob!’ to which I said, ‘Here I am.’ 12 And he continued, ‘Raise your eyes, please, and see all the he-goats springing upon the flock are striped, speckled and spotty, for I...

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New research reveals that people connected to organized religion are more likely to harbor racial prejudice, time to end this silliness yet? I don't know that they are more likely to harbor racial prejudice, but by what happened to American Indians and colonial slavery here in the US, it appears that many are not immune to it. http://notachristian.org/christianatrocities.html Religiously-based civil unrest and warfare http://www.religioustolerance.org/curr_war.htm Some types of apparant terrorism:...

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Does the Bible teach two plans of salvation? Heaven 144,000 Earth (Paradise) for the rest? Where ? The ones that go to heaven are going to rule with Christ. There are 144,000 that are said to be on the throne where as the great crowd is before the throne. Rev7:9-10; Rev 3:21;Luke 22:30 http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev%207:9-10;Rev%203:21;Luke%2022:30&version=NIV;NKJV;KJV;ESV;NASB I cut the following paragraph out of an article from Insight on the Scriptures: (“Judging...

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I'm looking to read the bible, front to back, and am wondering what the best translation is? What makes it better than others? If you want to compare translations, here are some online Bibles and other resources: http://bible.cc/psalms/83-18.htm /. Several translation, only one verse at a time. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1John5:7-8;&version=31;77;50;51;49; /. 5 versions with up to 5 groups of verses http://wesley.nnu.edu/biblical_studies/tyndale/ /. William Tyndales Bible...

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To Christians: how can evil men proceed from bad to worse? I am thinking that perhaps it is saying that in some way what bad people were doing that was considered bad at one point would progress to bad people doing worse things as time goes on. (2 Timothy 3:13) But wicked men and impostors will advance from bad to worse, misleading and being misled.

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Does anyone knows that what is the main cause suffering this world ? (2 Timothy 3:1-5) But know this, that in the last days critical times hard to deal with will be here. 2 For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, self-assuming, haughty, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, disloyal, 3 having no natural affection, not open to any agreement, slanderers, without self-control, fierce, without love of goodness, 4 betrayers, headstrong,...

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Are there any written hieroglyphic in Egypt, about Moses freeing the Isrealites. I don't think so. I was researching something else anc came across the following article about Egyptian Chronology. From Insight on the Scriptures under Chronology: "... Egyptian Chronology. Egyptian history meshes with that of Israel at various points. In this publication we show the date 1728 B.C.E. for Israel’s entry into Egypt, and for the Exodus, 215 years later, 1513 B.C.E. Pharaoh...

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In Russia Jehovah’s Witnesses are being denounced publicly as extremists or as dangerous. Do you agree? disagree? Why do you so answer? I thought that the courts had ruled in JW's favor, but perhaps that was in another Country where they are maligned? http://www.jw-media.org/rus/20100806.htm Russia prosecutes 85-year-old for his faith ROSTOV, Russia—Aleksey Fedorin was charged and tried on July 28, 2010, for “mass distribution of extremist materials,” despite his being 85 years old and legally classified as disabled....

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What should I do if my tomato plant is getting yellow? From your description, I assume that you are growing them in a pot or planter. Fertilizer leaches out of a pot or planter than it does so in the ground. Even in the ground, fertilizer leaches out of potting soil or even sandy soil quicker than in clay or loam. If you are not organic, for a quick fix, you might use some of that miracle grow that you spray on the leaves but you also need to add...

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"Thou shall not kill". What about War and self defense? As far as war and Christians, Jesus did not support wars. He made that clear by stating: “all those who take the sword will perish by the sword.” He also did not tell his followers to fight against Cestius Gallus and the Roman legions came against Jerusalem in 66CE. His followers in the first century did not fight in wars and after Gallus stopped his assault on Jerusalem, many of the...

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Are you looking forward to going to heaven? If so why not die now? Not everyone goes to heaven. (Romans 11:25) For I do not want YOU, brothers, to be ignorant of this sacred secret, in order for YOU not to be discreet in your own eyes: that a dulling of sensibilities has happened in part to Israel until the full number of people of the nations has come in, (John 1:11-12) He came to his own home, but his own people did not take him in. 12 However, as many as...

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People often say "people makes plans and God laughs"? Why, presumably, would a loving creator get off on sabotaging people and making I never heard that before. James 4:13-16 (NASB) Come now, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, and spend a year there and engage in business and make a profit." 14Yet you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away. 15Instead, you ought to say, "If the Lord wills, we will live...

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Arab guilty of rape after consensual sex with Jew - Can anyone read this article and say that religion is NOT a bad thing? Eve claimed to be deceived also,( Gen 3:13,16) but she was still held accountable. If the Arab should be held liable, I would think that the woman should be also. If this really happened as described along with an article that I read from 1996, I can really appreciate Mt 23:23-24. Ecc 7:26; Prov 22:14 and Prov 5:1-23 could be applied to a woman also. (Proverbs 22:14) The mouth of strange women...

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Do you know anything about Romania? I know that they are sometimes slandered and vilified as almost sub-human by some people. Many were murdered during the holocaust by Hitler and his henchmen as well as with the support of some people that thought they were serving God. They apparantly have a painful history of being maligned and persecuted for no legitimate reasons. The following article appeared in Awake, 10/06/06 The...

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Christians, what determined the canonization of biblical scripture? The following is from the book "All Acriptured is Inspired": Studies on the Inspired Scriptures and Their Background Study Number 4—The Bible and Its Canon The origin of the word “Bible”; determining which books rightfully belong in the Divine Library; rejection of the Apocrypha. SINCE the inspired Scriptures are commonly referred to as the Bible, it is of interest to inquire into the...

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Did Jesus the Christ promote and support wars ? If you say yes,please tell me where you read this ? No, Jesus did not support wars. He made that clear by stating: “all those who take the sword will perish by the sword.” He also did not tell his followers to fight against Cestius Gallus and the Roman legions came against Jerusalem in 66CE. His followers in the first century did not fight in wars and after Gallus stopped his assault on Jerusalem, many of the Christians went to Pella. If he...

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Does The Bible Teach that the Earth is going to be Destroyed? No, it does not. That comes from a alteration of 2Pet 3:10. The older more reliable manuscripts say “εὑρεθήσεται" (discovered, found) later manuscripts replaced it with “κατακαίω” (burned up). (Ecclesiastes 1:4) A generation is going, and a generation is coming; but the earth is standing even to time indefinite. (Psalm 78:69) And he began to build his sanctuary just...

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Please define the names Jehovah and Jesus. Apparantly, Jehovah means something like “He Causes to Become”, and Jesus means something like “Jehovah Is Salvation". JEHOVAH: From ”Insight on the Scriptures”: JEHOVAH (Je•ho′vah) [the causative form, the imperfect state, of the Heb. verb ha•wah′ (become); meaning “He Causes to Become”]. The personal name of God. (Isa 42:8; 54:5) Though Scripturally designated by such...

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im a athiest and i think all religions are wrong all if you look at ther histor its filled with unbeliveable things I do not like to follow the crowd so my answer will be original and unique: Do you have a question? Sorry, I couldn't resist. Just messen with ya. Lol

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Where in the Bible does it say that we must not judge a priest Not even when they are in the wrong? Where does it say that? We are to judge! I dunno. Not aware of a verse like that. Could you be thinking of one of these the way it might be rendered in a different translation? (1 Timothy 5:19) Do not admit an accusation against an older man, except only on the evidence of two or three witnesses. (1 Timothy 5:1) Do not severely criticize an older man. To the contrary, entreat him as a father, younger men as brothers, (1 Timothy 5:22)...

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I see some argue that the bible is stupid. Have you studied it ? Have you compared versions before you came to the judgement ? For any that want to do deep study or compare translations, here are some online Bibles and other resources: http://bible.cc/psalms/83-18.htm /. Several translation, only one verse at a time. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1John5:7-8;&version=31;77;50;51;49; /. 5 versions with up to 5 groups of verses http://wesley.nnu.edu/biblical_studies/tyndale/ /. William Tyndales Bible...

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Mainstream Christians: What are your views on the use of the Protestant Rosary? I am not considered mainstream, so if that bothers you, please forgive my trespass and just ignore my answer. Not exactly sure how they are using the prayer beads, but am I correct in assuming that they are using them to cite memorized prayers? I am thinking that prayers should come from the heart as even the model prayer given by Jesus is just a model, not something to say over and over by...

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Why do religions that support love cause so many wars? As far as "Christian" religions, I suppose that they don't really follow the Bible. As far as other religions, I don't know how much involvement they have in wars, some of course are obvious. Not all religions are involved in all of that bloodshed though. I know that JW's are not involved in war, I don't believe that Mennonites are and I have heard that Buddhist are not. (2 Corinthians 10:3-4)...

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In your opinion, how should Jeremiah 23:6 read and why? It could be translated either way although most translations substitute LORD for God's name. Most at Jer 23:6 say something like "The LORD our righteousness" The same wording is at Jer 33:16 and most translate it there something like "The LORD is our righteousness". http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=Jer&c=23&v=6&t=NASB#vrsn/6 Jer 23:6 NASB "In His days Judah will be...

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Is Jesus the same as his father? yet another contradition of the fairytale. john 10:30 john 14:28 No, he is not literally the same as his Father. It only appears to be a contradiction because most do not really consider the context but are trying to add something that is not really being said. Several times throughout the Bible people are spoken of as one and never is it applied as literally one person. Every time two or more individuals are spoken of as being one, it is one in union or in...

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Has translation distorted the Bible? Joh 14:15 If you love Me,keep My commandments is actually If you Love me,Guard my commandments(Hebrew) Nice humble answer. I like that. Thanks for posting all of the different translations. I think you hit the nail on the head Chief. In this instance "keep" would mean to "obey". http://www.antioch.com.sg/cgi-bin/bible/vines/get_defn.pl?num=1560#A1 A1. Keep, Keeping (Noun) [Verb] tereo denotes (a) "to watch over, preserve, keep, watch," e.g., Acts_12:5,6; Acts_16:23; in Acts_25:21, RV...

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Is The Trinity a Bible teaching? If so, where is it explained in the Bible? Its not in the Bible because it had not developed yet. (2 Peter 1:16) No, it was not by following artfully contrived false stories that we acquainted YOU with the power and presence of our Lord Jesus Christ, but it was by having become eyewitnesses of his magnificence. (2 Timothy 4:3-4) For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord...

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Do some Roma(gypsies) in eastern europe face the threat of rape and beatings today? Do some gypsies in east europe get raped/beaten today? The following article appeared in Awake, 10/06/06 The Roma—A Thousand Years of Joy and Sorrow THE event resembles any large, traditional wedding. Food and drink are plentiful, and the house is filled with music. Relatives press forward to congratulate the shy groom and his radiant bride. But this is not a wedding—only an engagement party the night before, which has drawn more than 600...

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Why do christians think that the "man" jesus, is God? Why do they stupidly combine him and god as one and the same? I believe that alot of people read the Bible starting out with a preconceived idea and look for so-called proof text of the Trinity. They don't believe what Jesus said about who the only True God is. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those...

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Did Galileo disprove the Bible? Why was the RM church so gun hoe to surpress his findings and discredit him? From what I have read, I believe that Galileo believed in the Bible but also believed that the Church was in error in taking everything as literal. In relation to some of the scriptures that the Church used to show the sun moves rather than the earth, the following is from the book "The Bible God's Word or Mans?": One passage says: “The sun rises, the sun sets; then to its place it speeds...

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was lucifer an archangel ? some say yes , some say no .. what say you ? No, there was only one archangel. Notice in Jude 9 "the" archangel, not one of the archangels. Lucifer (Shining one) was a description applied to the King of Babylon, but since Babylon was a tool of Satan, its “king” described as "shining one" or "lucifer" reflected Satan’s own selfish desire and could be a description of him as well, but not his name or the name of an angel. Satan was a...

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Where in the Bible does it specifically say that Satan was casted out of heaven, or that he was ever an angel in the first place, or that he is called Lucifer? Lucifer was a description applied to the King of Babylon, but since Babylon was a tool of Satan, its “king” described as "shining one" or "lucifer" reflected Satan’s own ambitious desire and could be a description of him as well, but not his name. Satan was a Cherub at one time. (Revelation 12:7-12) And war broke out in heaven: Mi′chael and his angels battled with the dragon, and the...

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Was Lucifer(Satan/Devil) the most beautiful angel? If yes, then why is he always depicted as an ugly red demon with horns? Can anyone give me some passages from the bible or some links about this subject? Lucifer was a description applied to the King of Babylon, but since Babylon was a tool of Satan, its “king” described as "shining one" or "lucifer" reflected Satan’s own ambitious desire and could be a description of him as well, but not his name. Satan was a Cherub at one time. (Ezekiel 28:12-14) “Son of man, lift up a dirge concerning the king of Tyre, and you must say to him,...

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Is Satan the same fallen angel as Lucifer? What is Satan's demonic rank? What is the name of The Prince of Demons? Not exactly, lucifer was a description applied to the King of Babylon, but since Babylon was a tool of Satan, its “king” described as "shining one" or "lucifer" reflected Satan’s own ambitious desire and could be a description of him as well, but not his name. Satan was a Cherub at one time. “Beelzebub” is a designation applied to Satan the prince, or ruler, of the demons. The...

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Is satan and lucifer the same person? how can you prove it? Not exactly, but since Babylon was a tool of Satan, its “king” described as "shining one" or "lucifer" reflected Satan’s own ambitious desire could be a description of him as well, but not his name. The following 3 paragraphs are from a couple of articles from 1985: [Because this renegade opposed his Creator, the Bible calls him Satan, meaning “Resister.” He is the archresister of...

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Could you make a Jehovah's Witness walk away from your house shaking his head and doubting his own religion? If Hitler could not do it with the threat of death, I doubt others would be very effective either. It takes true faith to let your self be killed rather than join in the slaughter of innocent people. They would rather die that kill other innocent people while some would rather kill their brothers over national boundaries. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/article.php?lang=en&ModuleId=10005394...

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What attracts people to the Jehovah's Witnesses? Perhaps their clean record as far as blood guilt? They would rather die that kill other innocent people while some would rather kill their brothers over national boundaries. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/article.php?lang=en&ModuleId=10005394 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3146930 It takes true faith to let your self be killed rather than join in the slaughter of innocent people. ...

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Is the Bible more consistent with flat earth theory or round earth theory? I have not seen a scripture that would lead me to believe that the earth is flat, no more than I have seen a scripture that says that people are literally grasshoppers. Until I found AB, I have never heard anyone say that the Bible says that the world is flat. The scripture they used was Isaiah 40:22, talks about the one who sits above the circle of the earth, the inhabitants of which are as...

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What is the historical accounts that Jesus actually existed? The following is part of an article from 2003: Testimony of Historians For instance, consider the testimony of Flavius Josephus, a first-century Jewish historian who was a Pharisee. He referred to Jesus Christ in the book Jewish Antiquities. Although some doubt the authenticity of the first reference where Josephus mentioned Jesus as the Messiah, Professor Louis H. Feldman of Yeshiva...

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why do little kids do stuff wrong when they know they are gonna get in trubble Some times parents may think that kids know they are going to get in trouble, but sometimes do to inconsistancy, the kids might think that a parent will let something slide. (James 5:12) "... But let YOUR Yes mean Yes, and YOUR No, No, ..." I believe that it also may be partially because of the frontal lobe not being totally developed....

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Are eggs chicken abortions? Funny question, I never thought of it like that. I guess it would be a matter of interpretation. Most eggs that you buy at the store are not fertilized, except for maybe a few country stores where they get them from a local farmer that may have a rooster accessible to the layers. Right now, all of my eggs are fertile as I have a rooster and all of my breeding age free range hens except for one...

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Since Moses was god to pharaoh and God was with Moses, could it be said that "Moses was with God and Moses was a god?" Moses was God? The word "god" in the Bible can mean several things. It seems most commentators acknowledge that when Moses is called "a god" at Exodus 7:1. http://biblecommenter.com/exodus/7-1.htm /././ Strongs - http://strongsnumbers.com/hebrew/430.htm /././ http://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=H430&t=KJV /././ Matthew Henry -...

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Have Muslims killed more people in the name of God or Christians? (Don't f*ck with me here. Be serious.) Good question. Let me know after all of the answers come in as to your opinion that will likely be somewhat educated by all of the responsed by then. Also does killing in the name of God only include wars that are deemed Holy wars like the Crusades or do they also include wars where the people that are fighting are religious and try involking their God into battle but it is really over politics...

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Ask a child who has NOT been exposed to the Trinity fallacy, to read John 7:16-18; John 6:38; John 17:3; John 20:17; John 14:28; 12:49 then It don't sound like God is a Trinity to me. If an adult read those scriptures or the rest of the Bible without a preconceived idea of the Trinity, they would not come up with it. John 7:16-17 (Worldwide English (New Testament)) 16Jesus answered the people, `I am not teaching you my teaching. It is the teaching of the one who sent me. 17If any man wants to do what God wants him to do, he will...

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As mainstream Christians are we like Pharisees be going beyond God's Word requiring everyone to accept the Trinity for salvation? It seems to me that the scriptures teach the opposite of the Trinity. Everlasting life seems to have something to do with knowing that the Father is the only True God and that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (John 3:16) “For God loved the world so...

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How real is hell? Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell in it at all. http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=YNG NASB has Hell in it 13 times. (Gehenna) http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=NASB King James has Hell...

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Why did God institute the Sabbath? The following is from "Insight on the Scriptures" SABBATH DAY A day set apart by God for rest from regular labors; the Sabbath was given by Jehovah as a sign between him and the sons of Israel. (Ex 31:16, 17) The Hebrew expression yohm hash‧shab‧bath′ is drawn from the verb sha‧vath′, meaning “rest, cease.” (Ge 2:2; 8:22) In Greek, he he‧me′ra tou sab‧ba′tou means...

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Has anyone read the Bible cover to cover? What have you learned? I have learned that 2Tim 4:3-4 is true as the scriptures down at the bottom are not taught by very many Church's. (2 Timothy 4:3-4) For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their own desires, they will accumulate teachers for themselves to have their ears tickled; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, whereas...

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Do you think Benny Hinn needs to incorporate slide whistles and scantily clad women into his ministry? I think that as long as he keeps teaching what the traditional Church's teach which is what most poeple want to hear and can keep his flock away from scriptures such as Matt 10:8, he should do fine. (Matthew 10:8-9) Cure sick people, raise up dead persons, make lepers clean, expel demons. YOU received free, give free. 9 Do not procure gold or silver or copper for YOUR girdle purses, (1 Timothy...

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So why until the 1980's was it okay for JW's to celebrate Christmas? If you are here to learn about JW's as you claim, perhaps your question should be at what point did JW's stop celebrating Christmas? At least that does not include a false implication such as JW's celebrating Christmas in the 1980's. At what point and with what method did God reveal to Christians to celebrate Christmas? Why do many that claim "solo scriptura" still celebrate Christmas?

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So why until the 1980's was it okay for JW's to celebrate Christmas? I was under the impression that they quit way earlier than that, can you give us the article that gives you the impression that they celebrated it even in the 70's?

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If there is a hell, will it be one of our own making? Yeppers, there is not a literal Hell, but the doctrine is a doctrine made by men. Hell is a misinterpretation by the translators. There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell. Youngs literal does not have Hell in it at all. http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=YNG NASB has Hell in it 13 times. (Gehenna)...

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Is it hotter than HeLL where you live ? Yeppers, but I don't believe in a literal Hell Fire. It is hot here though.

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How many different Bible translations render John 1:1, as OTHER than, the Word was God? Which rendering supports the Bible's integrity? I found a list on the internet, but have not personally verified all of these translations. http://www.oprah.com/community/thread/85660?start=270&numResults=30&filter=newest&tstart=0 Here are a list of translations that do not say "...was God."John.1:1 "The Logos [Word] was divine." (A New Translation of the Bible) "The Word was a god." (The New Testament in an Improved Version)...

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What was Jesus' actual message to mankind? How do we follow Jesus? The theme of his message was “the good news of the kingdom.” (Luke 4:43) That was highly important because of the role the Kingdom would play in vindicating Jehovah’s sovereignty and in bringing lasting blessings to mankind. (Matthew 6:9-10) “YOU must pray, then, this way: “‘Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. 10 Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place,...

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So, for us that knows that the holocaust realy happened, why are there people that denies this? Not sure, but I think that the primary ones that deny it might be ones that feel guilt that people much like themselves, going to the same Church's of the same religions with the same beliefs as themselves were the primary perpetrators. Besides the ones that deny it happened there are also some that blame athiest or Muslims. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8728960 The evidence suggest that if...

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why do Jehovah's witnesses love to come to my house every Sunday morning waking me up when i dont even believe in that stuff?? JW’s come to your house out of love for God and neighbor. If they come every Sunday, they probably feel that you have some interest. Just tell them next time they come that you are not interested and not to come back. http://www.watchtower.org/e/jt/article_04.htm - The Good News They Want You to Hear http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_08.htm - What Is God’s Kingdom? Jesus went to...

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Hatred, bias and hostility- are these feelings good or bad? All of these feelings are bad. As it is, we have to put up with it but it will not be like that forever. I know this is not the religion section, but I just wanted to give a little hope. The Bible shows that things will be different under God's Kingdom with Jesus as King as he judges righteously.(Isaiah 11:3-4) The Bible condemns bias. (Proverbs 24:23) These [sayings] also are for the wise...

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What is the TRUE name of God? In the English language, Jehovah is the correct name for God. We do not know the exact pronunciation in ancient Hebrew as there were no vowels, but in English, when someone says Jehovah, most people recognize that it is the name of the God of the Bible. Words that start with Y in hebrew are usually translated with a J in English. For example, some have suggested that Jesus would have likely...

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What does it mean biblically to wipe the dust off your feet? Jesus Christ instructed his disciples that when anyone failed to receive them or listen to their words, they were to shake or wipe the dust off their feet upon leaving that house or that city. This practice served “for a witness against them,” implying that Jesus’ followers were peacefully departing and leaving that house or that city to the consequences that would come from God.—Mt...

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Christians: How do you interpret James 5:16 in regards to confessing your sins to a member of the clergy? The following is from the book: "Reasoning from the Scriptures". Confession Definition: A declaration or an acknowledgment, either publicly or in private, (1) of what a person believes or (2) of his sins. Is the rite of reconciliation, including auricular confession (personal confession into the ear of a priest), as taught by the Catholic Church Scriptural? The manner in which the priest is...

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What do we do in Heaven apart from worship God? (Biblical references only) Those that go to heaven will rule with Christ. (Revelation 5:9-10) And they sing a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll and open its seals, because you were slaughtered and with your blood you bought persons for God out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation, 10 and you made them to be a kingdom and priests to our God, and they are to rule as kings over the earth.”...

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Lots of questions about the Trinity, lots simplistic responses. What difference does it make if God is a Trinity or not? He's still God! God is still God but I could not really select a pole as in your question it seems to imply that a vote on "Yes, He's Still God" would imply that it does not really matter "if God is a Trinity or not? He's still God!" In relation to rather or not it makes any difference, you might consider the reasoning that I found in a brochure about the Trinity: "If the Trinity is true, it is degrading to...

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Why doesn't God heal amputees? (I printed the cited scriptures at the bottom to make it easier in looking up the scriptures, of course I still encourage you to look them up in your copy of the Bible, or at least the ones that you are not familiar with to make sure these are what the Bible really says.) (Acts 17:11) Now the latter were more noble-minded than those in Thessalonica, for they received the word with the greatest...

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Are you ready for the rapture? Will it involve you? I hope to be one of the ones left on the earth. (Proverbs 2:21-22) For the upright are the ones that will reside in the earth, and the blameless are the ones that will be left over in it. 22 As regards the wicked, they will be cut off from the very earth; and as for the treacherous, they will be torn away from it. (Psalm 37:11) But the meek ones themselves will possess the earth, And they will...

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Is there any credible evidence today of the Great Flood described in the Bible? I copied the following out of a book called The Bible, God's word or mans. What About the Flood? 26 Many point to another supposed contradiction between the Bible and modern science. In the book of Genesis, we read that thousands of years ago the wickedness of men was so great that God determined to destroy them. However, he instructed the righteous man Noah to build a large wooden vessel, an...

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Can Christians really drink poison? I wouldn't. Mark 16:9-20 was an addition to later manuscripts. Most modern translations will tell you that. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark16:9-20;&version=NIV;NKJV;NCV;ESV;NASB;

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I am that I am -what does this literally mean? Something like "I will be what I will be". Exodus 3:14 is from the verb Hayah, "to be", not "am", but most translations hold to tradition and translate it as "I AM that I AM" so that they can sale their Bibles with the popular rendering.(2Tim 4:3-4; Mark 7:13) Many will at least put the correct rendering in a footnote. This is the way that William Tyndale translated Exodus 3:14: Then sayde...

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Christians: What does the word Elohim mean and who does it refer to? The following is from the book "Insight on the Scriptures". I just copied the relavent part. The Hebrew word ʼelo‧him′ (gods) appears to be from a root meaning “be strong.” ʼElo‧him′ is the plural of ʼeloh′ah (god). Sometimes this plural refers to a number of gods (Ge 31:30, 32; 35:2), but more often it is used as a plural of majesty, dignity, or excellence. ʼElo‧him′ is...

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Discuss trinity and its relevance to the salvation of mankind The only relavance that I can see is that there seems to be some kind of link between knowing that the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ is the only true God and eternal life. John 3:16 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 17:3 (KJV) And this is life eternal, that they...

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What if the trinity made us a god? would Satan get pissed? Or would he have much to say? Interesting questions. Many use John 10:30 trying to prove that Jesus and his Father are the same. Jesus showed that they are 2 distinct individuals. John 8:16-18 "And yet if I do judge, my judgment is truthful, because I am not alone, but the Father who sent me is with me. Also, in YOUR own Law it is written, ‘The witness of two men is true. I am one that bears witness about myself, and the...

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Did Lazarus die twice? Yes, Jesus resurrected people and did other miracles to establish his credentials as having been sent by God and also the loving compassion that he showed while on earth shows what he is going to to on a wordlwide scale in the future as King of God's Kingdom. (John 5:36) But I have the witness greater than that of John, for the very works that my Father assigned me to accomplish, the works...

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What is the difference between the catholic bible and the new living translation student life application bible does any one know I could tell you a few differences between certain Catholic Bibles such as the Douay, NAB, and The New Jerusalem Bible, but am just starting to check out the NLT somewhat. I found these links: http://www.bible-researcher.com/nlt.html . http://www.bible-researcher.com/nlt2.html http://bible.cc/psalms/110-1.htm New Living Translation (©2007): A psalm of David. The LORD said to my Lord, "Sit in...

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Did Jesus the Christ die? Who brought him back from death to life? Is Christ now flesh or a glorified Spirit Being? Yes, Jesus died and God brought him back to life. (Acts 2:32) This Jesus God resurrected, of which fact we are all witnesses. (Acts 3:15) whereas YOU killed the Chief Agent of life. But God raised him up from the dead, of which fact we are witnesses. (Acts 2:24) But God resurrected him by loosing the pangs of death, because it was not possible for him to continue to be held fast by it. (Romans...

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Why can't Christians just say the bible is the word of God, and Jesus is the son of God, instead of interpreting weird theologies As the Word, Jesus was God’s spokesman like Moses was for God to the Israelites. Not that most people are always right, but it seems that almost everyone agrees that the Word refers to Jesus. As far as being his own Father, that does not make sense and is not scriptural. As far as weird theologies, the early Christians were warned about that. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9296014 (Hebrews...

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why do the majority of christians only go to church for weddings and funerals? From all of the answers, there appears to be various reasons. I also think that perhaps teachings like "once saved always saved", belief that saying the "sinners prayer" prior to dying is all that is needed, the teaching that all you have to do is believe, among other things give people a since of comfort and accomplishment. The teaching of predestination also seems to take away any sense of...

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How many Protestant Christian denominations are there? How do they differ from each other in basic tenets? WHY are there so many when there are only 2 in Catholicism - Roman and Orthodox? I can answer why there are so many denominations. Partly because that people like to have flexibility in what they are taught rather than adhering to the scriptures and they like to keep tradition. Most would rather pay a preacher to tell them what they want to hear rather than do what Jesus said to do.(Lk 6:46) The Bible foretold that after the death of the apostles there would be an apostasy...

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What kind of persecution did early Christians face and why were they persecuted? You can read in Acts about some of the persecution in the days of the apostles. Some of the persecution was because the Christians did not follow the unscriptural traditions that had developed. The persecution did not stop in the early days either. (Mark 7:1-8) Now the Pharisees and some of the scribes that had come from Jerusalem gathered about him. 2 And when they saw some of his disciples...

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How long was the flood of Noah? The following is from the subheading "The Floodwaters Fall" from an article entitled "Noah’s Log—Does It Have Meaning for Us?" from a Watchtower dated 5/15/2003: The Floodwaters Fall Before we review the events of Noah’s day, you may wish to read Genesis chapter 7 verse 11 to chapter 8 verse 4. Regarding the downpour, we are told: “In the six hundredth year of Noah’s life...

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How many Protestant Christian denominations are there? How do they differ from each other in basic tenets? WHY are there so many when there are only 2 in Catholicism - Roman and Orthodox? (2 Timothy 4:3-4) For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their own desires, they will accumulate teachers for themselves to have their ears tickled; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, whereas they will be turned aside to false stories.

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How many different Bible translations render John 1:1, as OTHER than, the Word was God? Which rendering supports the Bible's integrity? One should think of how John 1:1 fits in with the rest of the Bible as well as how someone can be with someone and at the same time be that same someone. You will notice that verse 14 shows that many people saw Jesus and verse 18 shows that no one has seen God. In John 20:31, you might notice that these things were written so that you will no that Jesus Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, not...

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Is it true that only 144,000 people will go to heaven. If so, why and where did they obtain that idea? Yes. From the Bible. The ones that go to heaven are going to rule with Christ. If everyone goes to heaven, who are they going to rule over? There are 144,000 that are said to be on the throne where as the great crowd is before the throne. Rev7:9-10; Rev 3:21;Luke 22:30 http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev%207:9-10;Rev%203:21;Luke%2022:30&version=NIV;NKJV;KJV;ESV;NASB I cut the...

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What is the most accurate version of Revelation 6:8? An exact word for word is not always feasible from koine Greek to English. But here are a few links. (Revelation 6:8) And I saw, and, look! a pale horse; and the one seated upon it had the name Death. And Ha′des was closely following him. And authority was given them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with a long sword and with food shortage and with deadly plague and by the wild...

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How come Jehovah is called Almighty God, and Jesus mighty God? The word "god" in the Bible can mean several things. It seems most commentators acknowledge that when Moses is called "a god" at Exodus 7:1. http://biblecommenter.com/exodus/7-1.htm /././ Strongs - http://strongsnumbers.com/hebrew/430.htm /././ http://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=H430&t=KJV /././ Matthew Henry -...

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What do people think they will be doing in heaven for all eternity? The ones that go to heaven are going to rule with Christ. There are 144,000 that are said to be on the throne where as the great crowd is before the throne. Rev7:9-10; Rev 3:21;Luke 22:30 http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev%207:9-10;Rev%203:21;Luke%2022:30&version=NIV;NKJV;KJV;ESV;NASB I cut the following paragraph out of an article from Insight on the Scriptures: (“Judging...

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(If heaven exists)- what kind of consciousness will you have there? The ones that go to heaven are going to rule with Christ so they will be very conscious. There are 144,000 that are said to be on the throne where as the great crowd is before the throne. Rev7:9-10; Rev 3:21;Luke 22:30 http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev%207:9-10;Rev%203:21;Luke%2022:30&version=NIV;NKJV;KJV;ESV;NASB I cut the following paragraph out of an article from Insight on...

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What do you think you do in Heaven? The ones that go to heaven are going to rule with Christ. There are 144,000 that are said to be on the throne where as the great crowd is before the throne. Rev7:9-10; Rev 3:21;Luke 22:30 http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev%207:9-10;Rev%203:21;Luke%2022:30&version=NIV;NKJV;KJV;ESV;NASB I cut the following paragraph out of an article from Insight on the Scriptures: (“Judging...

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The Book of Rev. states that in one period, 25% of the Earth would be in turmoil and death. Does anyone know where we stand (%) today? Most of Revelation is symbolic as it was given in signs. I was thinking that the whole earth was to be in turmoil. What verse are you interpreting as that? Rev 6:8? (2 Timothy 3:1-5) But know this, that in the last days critical times hard to deal with will be here. 2 For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, self-assuming, haughty, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful,...

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Are Elijah and Jesus the same person? "Elijah went up to heaven" -2 Kings 2:11 and "None but Christ ever ascended into heaven" - John 3:13 The following was in a Watchtower from 1997: To Which Heavens Did Elijah Ascend? IT CAME about that as [Elijah and Elisha] were walking along, speaking as they walked, why, look! a fiery war chariot and fiery horses, and they proceeded to make a separation between them both; and Elijah went ascending in the windstorm to the heavens.”—2 Kings 2:11. What is meant by the word “heavens”...

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If Jesus is God, why did Jesus ask God to "Take this cup from me, not my will, but thy will be done"? QUOTE: “This is a question I am given time and again, by people who are in cults that attempt to represent Christianity.” You keep calling others cults. At what point do you think that Christians were supposed to be considered mainstream? (Acts 28:22) But we think it proper to hear from you what your thoughts are, for truly as regards this sect it is known to us that everywhere it is spoken...

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Are Elijah and Jesus the same person? "Elijah went up to heaven" -2 Kings 2:11 and "None but Christ ever ascended into heaven" - John 3:13 Sounds like another Trinity in the making.

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Does Christ want Christians to be divided No, he does not, but after the death of the apostles, many false stories became doctrine. Many people today choose a Church that teaches most closely to what they already believe rather than what the Bible teaches. (2 Timothy 4:2-4) preach the word, be at it urgently in favorable season, in troublesome season, reprove, reprimand, exhort, with all long-suffering and [art of] teaching. 3 For...

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How and when exactly do the meek ever inherit the earth? I see no such pattern. Here is an article from a Watchtower dated 10/1/2004: “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth”—How? “YOU are probably familiar with Jesus’ heartwarming words that ‘the meek shall inherit the earth.’ But in view of all that people are doing to one another and to the earth, what do you think there will be left for the meek to inherit?”—Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:11; King James Version....

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Shall the meek inherit the earth? Yes, they shall. Here is an article from a Watchtower dated 10/1/2004: “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth”—How? “YOU are probably familiar with Jesus’ heartwarming words that ‘the meek shall inherit the earth.’ But in view of all that people are doing to one another and to the earth, what do you think there will be left for the meek to inherit?”—Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:11; King...

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What does Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth mean Here is an article from a Watchtower dated 10/1/2004: “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth”—How? “YOU are probably familiar with Jesus’ heartwarming words that ‘the meek shall inherit the earth.’ But in view of all that people are doing to one another and to the earth, what do you think there will be left for the meek to inherit?”—Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:11; King James Version....

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Christians, The meek shall inherit the earth. Can't you just imangine the earth made new and it will be so beautiful? We will all live in harmony here on earth. We will love and worship God even more than we do now. Even though we love him alot now. Here is an article from a Watchtower dated 10/1/2004: “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth”—How? “YOU are probably familiar with Jesus’ heartwarming words that ‘the meek shall inherit the earth.’ But in view of all that people are doing to one another and to the earth, what do you think there will be left for the meek to inherit?”—Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:11; King James Version....

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Psalms 37:29 says: "The righteous will inherit the earth (land) and reside forever upon it." How will this prophecy be fulfilled? Here is an article from a Watchtower dated 10/1/2004: “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth”—How? “YOU are probably familiar with Jesus’ heartwarming words that ‘the meek shall inherit the earth.’ But in view of all that people are doing to one another and to the earth, what do you think there will be left for the meek to inherit?”—Matthew 5:5; Psalm 37:11; King James...

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Is it not amazing that the bible revealed that the world was made up of Mostly water, long before scientist revealed this? Are you talking about the surface of the earth? Here are a few scriptures that talk about water in relation to the world. Not sure, but I think that scientist believe that water once covered the mountains as mentioned in Psalms. I don't know exactly how much of it is in line with todays science without researching it further, but if that is true, I don't think that dumb men who literally...

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Has all those people who passed away before jesus has gone to hell ,beause he did not take thier sins with him? No, Hell is just a myth. To your point though, no one has gone to heaven prior to Christ coming. (Romans 6:7) For he who has died has been acquitted from [his] sin. (Romans 6:23) For the wages sin pays is death, but the gift God gives is everlasting life by Christ Jesus our Lord. (John 3:13) Moreover, no man has ascended into heaven but he that descended from heaven, the Son of man. John and...

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What are the Hebrew text that support the idea of free will? Throughout. (Deuteronomy 30:19-20) I do take the heavens and the earth as witnesses against YOU today, that I have put life and death before you, the blessing and the malediction; and you must choose life in order that you may keep alive, you and your offspring, 20 by loving Jehovah your God, by listening to his voice and by sticking to him; for he is your life and the length of your days,...

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Are you a Jenova's Witness? Okay, so I am a little slow. I get it now. Lol http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_fictional_religions Jenova's Witness - in the webcomic VG Cats (a pun on Jehovah's Witnesses and Jenova from the video game Final Fantasy VII)

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Are you a Jenova's Witness? Well that depends. If you do not hate Jehovah’s Witnesses and this is a typo, then yes. If you hate Jehovah’s Witnesses then no, I am not a Jenova’s Witness.

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What are people going to do in heaven? Here are a few scriptures that give a clue. (Revelation 20:4) ".... And they came to life and ruled as kings with the Christ for a thousand years." Rev. 20:6: “They will be priests of God and of the Christ, and will rule as kings with him for the thousand years.” (1 Corinthians 6:2-3) Or do YOU not know that the holy ones will judge the world? And if the world is to be judged by YOU, are...

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Has all those people who passed away before jesus has gone to hell ,beause he did not take thier sins with him? No, Hell is just a myth. To your point though, no one has gone to heaven prior to Christ coming. (Romans 6:7) For he who has died has been acquitted from [his] sin. (Romans 6:23) For the wages sin pays is death, but the gift God gives is everlasting life by Christ Jesus our Lord. (John 3:13) Moreover, no man has ascended into heaven but he that descended from heaven, the Son of man. John and...

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Is "Jehovah" a correct name for God? JHWH used ONCE by Aquila in 7,000 instances, his version of Septuagint, using archaic Hebrew letters. In the English language, Jehovah is the correct name for God. We do not know the exact pronunciation in ancient Hebrew as there were no vowels, but in English, when someone says Jehovah, most people recognize that it is the name of the God of the Bible. Words that start with Y in hebrew are usually translated with a J in English. For example, some have suggested that Jesus would have likely...

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Who is the real saviour - Jesus because he died for us or God because he sent his Son to die for us? Both, God and Jesus as God sent forth his Son as Savior of the world. I believe the scriptures show that since Jesus died for us, that God is our savior through our Lord Jesus. http://bible.cc/jude/1-25.htm // http://bible.cc/john/3-16.htm. God is still our savior rather it is through his only begotten son Jesus, or through Othniel or Ehud. Similar wording is used at Judges 3:9,15 as that at...

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Which bible verses may lead a person to believe that hell is a place where people are alive and suffering, forever? You might look in Revelation since it was given in signs and most of it is not to be taken literal or in some of Jesus parables, not to be taken literal either. Those are some of the places that paid preachers use to scare people into going to their Church. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7280403

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Have you ever been to a snake handling church ? No, I have not been to one. I know that some Churchs do that though. They get it from Mark 16:17-18 in the KJV. It is not in the older manuscripts and most modern translations tell you that. King James does not let you know that Mark 16:9-20 is spurious. Notice verses 17 and 18. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark16:9-20;&version=NIV;NKJV;NCV;ESV;NASB Article on snake...

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Why didn't Jesus Stayed on the earth a little Longer? He finished the work that God sent him to do in his 3.5 year ministry. The Hebrew scriptures also showed that after being anointed with Holy Spirit, the Messiah would be cut off after half a prophetic week or 3.5 years.(Dan 9:25-27) (John 17:1-4) Jesus spoke these things, and, raising his eyes to heaven, he said:œFather, the hour has come; glorify your son, that your son may glorify...

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An NBC news report alleges there's been multiple sexual abuse cases against the Jehovah's Witnesses. Is this cover up, your thoughts? There seems to be no shortage of sexual abuse cases among clergy. I don't know if all or if any of the reports in the following links are substantiated, but if you assume that everything that has ever been said bad about JW's is true when you do not have first hand knowledge, I guess that you would have to accept all of these also. The 9 cases settled out of court since 1974 that you allege is...

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can/do you forgive ? Yea, I forgive you. What did you do? Lol

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Where in the bible does it say "accept Christ" or "ask Jesus into your heart"? Exact wording please, no paraphrasing or adding words. I am thinking that we kind of gotta accept Christ, although it does not say those exact words, to my knowledge anyway. The part about asking Jesus into your heart seems to be a big tradition around here, but I have not seen that in the Bible. (Acts 16:31) They said: “Believe on the Lord Jesus and you will get saved, you and your household.” (John 1:12) However, as many as did receive...

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Why is the Tomb of Jesus Empty? Perhaps God removed Jesus body, as he had done before with Moses body? (Deuteronomy 34:5,6) That would fulfill what had been written in the Bible. (Psalm 16:10; Acts 2:31)

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What are all the names of God; besides, Jehovah, and Jehovah Gira? http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_05.htm In English, Jehovah, in ancient Hebrew, likely Yahweh or perhaps Yaheweh?

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Being a Christian does not automatically make one adecent person, do you agree? Yes, I agree. Following the principles in the Christian Greek Scriptures will sure help, but even then we all fall short and give in to some things. Unfortunately, not all claiming to be Christian follow those principles, in fact inline with Romans 2:14, there are many non-christians that apply the principles, while inline with Jude 4, there are many claiming to be Christians that do not,...

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Will Bad People Burn in Hell-fire? God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew 5:22 speaks of those liable to “hell fire” or “Gehenna”. To use “hell...

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When Trinitarian Christians say "true God from true God, begotten, not made," do they mean begotten in the same way that Adam begat Able? ONLY-BEGOTTEN Unfortunately, AB is having technical difficulties again. This time adding â or ¢œto text or replacing text with â or ¢ and other symbols. Especially after numbers, accent marks, and Greek letters. The angels of heaven are sons of God even as Adam was aœson of God.(Ge 6:2; Job 1:6; 38:7; Lu 3:38) But the Logos, later called Jesus, is the only-begotten Son of...

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Do Jehovah's Witnesses have faith in God's son Jesus Christ? Yes, we do. Many say we don't because we don't believe in the Trinity. We believe like the Christians in the Bible believed. Some quote 2John 9 and say that we don't believe in the Son. Actually, we are one of the few that can say that we actually believe in both the Father and the Son as many believe that they are the same and if they were, the word both would not be appropriate. (2 John 9)...

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The bible prophecies show us we are living in the last days. But the last days of what? I would say the last days of this system of things. Just like a world of ungodly men was destroyed in the days of Noah, it will be the same now. Contrary to the rapture doctrine, not the destruction of the planet. (Proverbs 2:21-22) For the upright are the ones that will reside in the earth, and the blameless are the ones that will be left over in it. 22 As regards the wicked, they will be...

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Why god said that he made Moses a god: I have made thee a god to Pharaoh? Exodus 7:1 Is there not only one god? The word "god" in the Bible can mean several things. It seems most commentators acknowledge that when Moses is called "a god" at Exodus 7:1. http://biblecommenter.com/exodus/7-1.htm /././ Strongs - http://strongsnumbers.com/hebrew/430.htm /././ http://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=H430&t=KJV /././ Matthew Henry -...

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"Believe in the Lord and thou shalt be saved"-What does it mean to BELIEVE? If you truly believe, you will do what Jesus said. (Acts 16:31) They said: Believe on the Lord Jesus and you will get saved, you and your household. (John 3:36) He that exercises faith in the Son has everlasting life; he that disobeys the Son will not see life, but the wrath of God remains upon him. (Romans 2:13) For the hearers of law are not the ones righteous before God, but the doers...

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As you sow-so shall you reap-How do you interpret this while killing animals for our palate? If you shoot a rabbit for food(sow) you will eat rabbit for dinner(reap)?

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Did jesus ever said that he is God in the Bible? No, he said he is God's son. He keeps saying things like the Father, who is the only true God is greater than he is and that Jesus has a God over him. What Jesus said contradicts what most have been taught by their preacher in Church about the Trinity. (John 14:28) YOU heard that I said to YOU, I am going away and I am coming [back] to YOU. If YOU loved me, YOU would rejoice that I am going...

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Are kids more evil than they used to be? Perhaps more misguided than they used to be. (2 Timothy 3:1-5) But know this, that in the last days critical times hard to deal with will be here. For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, self-assuming, haughty, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, disloyal, having no natural affection, not open to any agreement, slanderers, without self-control, fierce, without...

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Assume that the Promise contained in the Bible of eternal life for those who believe is proven. Why would anyone turn it down? Perhaps they would prefer the temporary enjoyment of sin? We especially live in a fastpaced, want it now generation. (Hebrews 11:24-25) By faith Moses, when grown up, refused to be called the son of the daughter of Pharaoh, choosing to be ill-treated with the people of God rather than to have the temporary enjoyment of sin,

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Are any Christians praying for God to rain fire down on the heads of all non-believers, then make sure they don't die from it, just burn? I hope not. (Matthew 5:43-47) “YOU heard that it was said, ‘You must love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’  However, I say to YOU: Continue to love YOUR enemies and to pray for those persecuting YOU;  that YOU may prove yourselves sons of YOUR Father who is in the heavens, since he makes his sun rise upon wicked people and good and makes it rain upon righteous people...

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Are any Christians praying for God to rain fire down on the heads of all non-believers, then make sure they don't die from it, just burn? Share your answer...

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Spiritually speaking, what would you have done if you were made Pope ? I would tell everyone to read the Bible daily and that when anyone is telling them something about God and Jesus to check the scriptures closely to see if it is true. I would tell all of the priest and nuns that they can get married if they want to. I would then read Matthew 23 and step down as Pope. (Acts 17:11) Now the latter were more noble-minded than those in Thessalonica, for they...

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Did Jesus tell us there is more then one God Along with what nightcrawler said, Paul said there are many gods. Satan is called the the god of this world. (2 Corinthians 4:4) Jesus said that the Father was the only true God. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called...

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Why do all religions profess God but none follow the words of Jesus Christ? If you are talking about Christian religions, I would guess because he keeps saying things like the Father, who is the only true God is greater than he is and that Jesus has a God over him. What Jesus said contradicts what most have been taught by their preacher in Church about the Trinity. Many have also been taught that all you have to do is believe where as Jesus taught that if you truly...

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Why do all religions profess God but none follow only the words of Jesus Christ the Messiah? Who Else's word will save one? If you are talking about Christian religions, I would guess because he keeps saying things like the Father, who is the only true God is greater than he is and that Jesus has a God over him. What Jesus said contradicts what most have been taught by their preacher in Church about the Trinity. Many have also been taught that all you have to do is believe where as Jesus taught that if you truly...

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Why do people say there is only one God when God itself admits the existence of other gods? "thou shalt have no other gods before me" Is There Only One True God? http://www.watchtower.org/e/200602b/article_01.htm "MOLECH, Ashtoreth, Baal, Dagon, Merodach, Zeus, Hermes, and Artemis are some of the gods and goddesses mentioned by name in the Bible. (Leviticus 18:21; Judges 2:13; 16:23; Jeremiah 50:2; Acts 14:12; 19:24) Yet, only Jehovah is identified in the Scriptures as the Almighty God. In a victory song, Moses led his...

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"I and my Father are one", says Jesus.....what does this mean? I believe that it means something like they are one in thought and purpose, kind of like a husband and wife are one. I just found the following article: "In What Way Are Jesus and His Father One?" http://www.watchtower.org/e/20090901b/article_01.htm (John 10:30) I and the Father are one.” Many use that to try to prove the Trinity. In the next 6 verses Jesus is defending himself against...

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Is the New Covenant the same as the New Testament? No. From: “All Scripture Is Inspired of God and Beneficial,” pages 298-304 and App (Appendix) 7E. The Expressions “The Old Testament” and “The New Testament” 2Co 3:14—Gr., ἐπὶ τῇ ἀναγνώσει τῆς παλαιᾶς διαθήκης (e‧pi′ tei a‧na‧gno′sei tes pa‧lai‧as′ di‧a‧the′kes); Lat., in lectione veteris testamenti oday it is a...

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If God is all-knowing, why is prayer necessary? True, he does know what we need already. (Matt 6:7-8; Rom 8:26-27) I imagine that God likes to hear from us as we do from our children and it helps us draw close to him. There are benefits as well. Phil. 4:6, 7. http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_17.htm

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Why is there such a controversy over John 1:1? Either the "a" is there, or it isn't. Shouldn't that be easy enough to find out? One should think of how John 1:1 fits in with the rest of the Bible as well as how someone can be with someone and at the same time be that same someone. You will notice that verse 14 shows that many people saw Jesus and verse 18 shows that no one has seen God. In John 20:31, you might notice that these things were written so that you will no that Jesus Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, not...

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What do Jehovah's Witness's think when they read John 1:1? Hopefully my answer will not be deleted this time. One should think of how John 1:1 fits in with the rest of the Bible as well as how someone can be with someone and at the same time be that same someone. You will notice that verse 14 shows that many people saw Jesus and verse 18 shows that no one has seen God. In John 20:31, you might notice that these things were written so that you will...

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Why do you think, in the Greek & Hebrew scriptures, God repeatedly keeps telling humans to not eat blood of any sort ? I think that it is interesting that the Physician Luke was the one that under inspiration said to abstain from blood. http://bible.cc/acts/15-20.htm Although many do not just abstain from blood just because of the health risk involved, that is a good reason for many today. It seems that they have a habit of saying blood is safe, and then 10 years later find out there was a problem and then...

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If an armed group stormed your religious center and demanded that everyone convert to another religion, would you do it? No, it happens to JW's quite often. Do a search on Jehovah's Witnesses and amnesty international to see what I am talking about. http://jehovahs-witnesses-headlines.net/Blogs.aspx Here are some links showing a similar situation in Germany under Hitler: http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10005394 http://fcit.usf.edu/Holocaust/people/VictJeho.htm...

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What does this mean: Jesus is the beginging of God's creation (Rev.3:14)? The Father created Jesus first and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him. (Hebrews 1:2) has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and...

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What religious group was the ONLY group sent to concentration camps in world war II Germany, for their neutral stance to armed conflict? There were some individuals of various religions that knew independantly of their religious affiliation that what Hitler was doing was wrong and took a stand and were persecuted for taking a stand, but as far as I know, Jehovah's Witnesses were the only religion as a whole that was sent to concentration camps for their neutral stance. Hitler has been reported to have railed against Jehovah’s...

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Does The Bible Teach that the Earth is going to be Destroyed? No, it does not. (Ecclesiastes 1:4) A generation is going, and a generation is coming; but the earth is standing even to time indefinite. (Psalm 78:69) And he began to build his sanctuary just like the heights, Like the earth that he has founded to time indefinite. (Psalm 104:5) He has founded the earth upon its established places; It will not be made to totter to time indefinite, or forever....

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Can you honestly say you answer AB questions, the way you feel is right and not to get an applause as if you were on Oprah. Applause would be the points you get for an answer that you think people want to hear. Yeppers, most do not agree with my answers.

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When did the OT covenant end and the NT covenant begin? The following is from a 1987 Watchtower: Jehovah’s Jubilee—Time for Us to Rejoice “And you must sanctify the fiftieth year and proclaim liberty in the land to all its inhabitants. It will become a Jubilee for you . . . It should become something holy to you . . . Then you will certainly dwell on the land in security.”—LEVITICUS 25:10-12, 18. WHEREVER you live, you may have heard...

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When did the New Covenant begin? The following is from a 1987 Watchtower: Jehovah’s Jubilee—Time for Us to Rejoice “And you must sanctify the fiftieth year and proclaim liberty in the land to all its inhabitants. It will become a Jubilee for you . . . It should become something holy to you . . . Then you will certainly dwell on the land in security.”—LEVITICUS 25:10-12, 18. WHEREVER you live, you may have heard...

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What do people do in heaven? Here are a few scriptures that give a clue. (Revelation 20:4) ".... And they came to life and ruled as kings with the Christ for a thousand years." Rev. 20:6: “They will be priests of God and of the Christ, and will rule as kings with him for the thousand years.” (1 Corinthians 6:2-3) Or do YOU not know that the holy ones will judge the world? And if the world is to be judged by YOU, are...

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When did the New Covenant begin? I answered a similar question a couple of weeks ago. I will copy and pasted my answer along with some of the comments in the thread: I believe it was at Pentecost. Heb 9:24-26; Acts 1:3; Acts 2:1-3 Didn't he have to enter heaven like the High Priest used to have to enter the Most Holy to appear in the presence of God? (Hebrews 9:3) But behind the second curtain was the tent [compartment]...

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According to the Bible, the Jews are the 'chosen people'. Do you know why? (I do) I don't believe that they are still God's chosen people. The following is from the book "Reasoning from the Scriptures": Jews Definition: As commonly used today, the term refers to people of Hebrew descent and others who have been converted to Judaism. The Bible also draws attention to the fact that there are Christians who are Jews spiritually and who make up “the Israel of God.” Are the...

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How can the Jews be God's chosen people if they reject his son, Jesus? The following is from the book "Reasoning from the Scriptures": Jews Definition: As commonly used today, the term refers to people of Hebrew descent and others who have been converted to Judaism. The Bible also draws attention to the fact that there are Christians who are Jews spiritually and who make up “the Israel of God.” Are the natural Jews today God’s chosen people? That is the...

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Why do so many use Answerbag to try to impose their religious or non-religious views on everybody else? Why can't they live and let live? I believe that Iwnit hit the nail on the head as his answer gives several possible views. (1 Timothy 4:16) Pay constant attention to yourself and to your teaching. Stay by these things, for by doing this you will save both yourself and those who listen to you. (Romans 11:14) if I may by any means incite [those who are] my own flesh to jealousy and save some from among them. (1 Corinthians...

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OK, these bonus questions have to stop. Anyone know how to make them go away? I was having them last night and this morning, very irritating. They seem to have stopped on their own for the time being. Unfortunately, I have a feeling that they will be back though.

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Why don't all Christian denominations use the same Bible? There are many manuscripts to compare now. Some religions prefer to hold to tradition and use translations that are hard to understand or have errors in them rather than check things out. Compare 1John 5:7-8; 1Tim 3:16; Rev 1:11; John 3:13; 2Pet 3:10 between the KJV and the HCSB. Which one is correct? Which one is based on older manuscripts? A little research can be enlightening....

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"Believe in the Lord and thou shalt be saved"-What does it mean to BELIEVE? If you truly believe, you will do what Jesus said. (Luke 6:46) “Why, then, do YOU call me ‘Lord! Lord!’ but do not do the things I say? (James 2:18-26) Nevertheless, a certain one will say: “You have faith, and I have works. Show me your faith apart from the works, and I shall show you my faith by my works.” 19 You believe there is one God, do you? You are doing quite well. And yet...

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What is your belief to when human life begins ? (if giving a scriptural answer please site scriptures to back up what is said) I would think at conception. (Psalm 139:13-16) For you yourself produced my kidneys; You kept me screened off in the belly of my mother. 14 I shall laud you because in a fear-inspiring way I am wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful, As my soul is very well aware. 15 My bones were not hidden from you When I was made in secret, When I was woven in the lowest parts of the earth. 16 Your eyes...

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When the Bible says the earth was created in six days, does that mean literally six 24 hour days? The following is from a book entitled: "Insight on the Scriptures". Within the article it talks about the usage of the word "day" and gives some examples of its usage in the Bible. DAY Jehovah God introduced this fundamental division of time on the first “day” of the period during which he prepared the earth for mankind, when diffused light evidently penetrated the swaddling bands, thus...

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I thought the Jew do not believe Jesus is the saviour, isn't that why they crucified him? (I am not trying to be offensive to Jews) Part of it was that they thought that when he said : "I and the Father are one" they erroneously thought he was making himself a god. They also erroneously thought that he was making himself equal to God by calling God his own Father. They also erroneously thought that only God could forgive sins. (John 10:30) I and the Father are one.” (John 10:33) The Jews answered him: “We are stoning...

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How does 1 Samuel Ch. 18 NASB fit into Jehovah Witness doctrine? Can someone please tell me what he is talking about this time?

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What is the test for a true faith? There was a true test of faith at Job 1:7-12. It appears that when your life is on the line that your faith is tested. (Revelation 12:11) And they conquered him because of the blood of the Lamb and because of the word of their witnessing, and they did not love their souls even in the face of death. (Revelation 13:10) If anyone [is meant] for captivity, he goes away into captivity. If anyone...

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If there is a god why does god let some people suffer before they die and others he takes with out suffer? http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_11.htm Why Does God Allow Suffering? (Ecclesiastes 9:11) I returned to see under the sun that the swift do not have the race, nor the mighty ones the battle, nor do the wise also have the food, nor do the understanding ones also have the riches, nor do even those having knowledge have the favor; because time and unforeseen occurrence befall them all. ...

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When did integrity/ethics/honor die? Can they ever be resuscitated or are we doomed to live in a world of cheaters/liars/ lazy bums? http://www.watchtower.org/e/20080801/article_02.htm CRITICAL TIMES NOW 2Tim 3:1-5 But know this, that in the last days critical times hard to deal with will be here. 2 For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, self-assuming, haughty, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, disloyal, 3 having no natural affection, not open to any agreement, slanderers, without...

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People "fall on hard times". Is that because they stumbled or were tripped by another/others? Kind of like what "Qwertymuffin411 Loves Being a Sage" said. (Ecclesiastes 9:11) I returned to see under the sun that the swift do not have the race, nor the mighty ones the battle, nor do the wise also have the food, nor do the understanding ones also have the riches, nor do even those having knowledge have the favor; because time and unforeseen occurrence befall them all.

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Why does the New World Translation pervert the Name of God("I AM THAT I AM") in Exodus 3:14 by switching it to the future tense("I SHALL PROVE TO BE WHAT I SHALL PROVE TO BE")? Actually, Exodus 3:14 is from the verb Hayah, "to be", not "am", but most translations hold to tradition so that they can sale the popular rendering. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus3:14;&version=AMP;ESV;NIV;NASB;NLT; Footnote from ESV: "Or I AM WHAT I AM, or I WILL BE WHAT I WILL BE" It is actually the name in verse 15 that was mentioned as the "name forever, and this is my...

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Can a person be a born again Chrisitan and NOT believe in the trinity? If they believe in the Bible.

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Name the worlds most widely read magazine? Watchtower?

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Are you aware of the DIFFERENCES between Christendom and genuine Christians? Those who make sweeping claims against Christianity should. I do not believe that most are aware. I think that most believe that God dishonoring myths such as the Trinity, hell fire with the immortal soul, the rapture, wars in which Christians in one country kill Christians in another country, a rich pompous clergy class, Santa Clause, the Easter bunny and many other things are supported by the Christian Greek Scriptures.

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How can Christians claim their bible talks of a hell when Genesis 3:19 clearly states that Adam (who sinned) would be returning to where he came from. "for dust you are and to dust you will return?" There is not a word in the Bible that should actually be translated as Hell. Translators have a habit of translating things the way the public already believes so they can sell their Bibles. Many apparantly try to translated Sheol as "Hell" when someone bad dies and translate Sheol as "Grave" when someone good dies. For an example compare Psalms 16:10 as linked below, King James and some others...

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What happened to all those who practiced a mortl sin by eating meat on Fridays,...Before the Church changed it's law. I obviously cannot answer the question, but thought that I would post a scripture as well as part of an article that I found. (1 Timothy 4:1-3) However, the inspired utterance says definitely that in later periods of time some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to misleading inspired utterances and teachings of demons, 2 by the hypocrisy of men who speak lies, marked in their...

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When did the OT covenant end and the NT covenant begin? I believe it was at Pentecost. Heb 9:24-26; Acts 1:3; Acts 2:1-3

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HOW MANY TIMES IS THE WORD \"BUT\" USED INTHE BIBLE? I would tell you, BUT I don't know. Lol http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=but&t=KJV occurs 3994 times in 3751 verses in the KJV

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there is only 1 thing worse than being blind,deaf and dumb and that is knowing what is going on but ignoring the facts your views ? In a way, that reminds me of John 9:39-41.

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If there is ONE faith, ONE baptism, why are there so MANY sects with DIFFERENT faiths? Can ALL be RIGHT, who follows the Christ? I believe that 2Tim 4:3-4 answers it best. It is more appealing to have a preacher that tells you that you don't have to do what Jesus says and all you have to do is believe and tithe. Many try to find a Church that teaches most closely to what they already believe rather than try to find what the Bible actually says as a whole.(2Tim 3:16) (Luke 6:46) Why do you call Me, 'Lord, Lord,' and do...

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What do you want me to do with this stuff? Garage sale and donate the rest?

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IS there a trinity and is there scripture for it? God is one, not three. The Hebrew Scriptures are consistently clear in showing that there is but one Almighty God, the Creator of all things and the Most High, whose name is Jehovah. (Ge 17:1; Isa 45:18; Ps 83:18) For that reason Moses could say to the nation of Israel: “Jehovah our God is one Jehovah. And you must love Jehovah your God with all your heart and all your soul and all your...

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Has Christians ever gone into religious wars? Not the ones that follow the Christian Greek Scriptures or New Testament. Unfortunately, many call the Hebrew Scriptures the Old Testament but look their when they want to go to war or get tithing. (2 Corinthians 10:3-4) For though we walk in the flesh, we do not wage warfare according to [what we are in the] flesh. 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not fleshly, but powerful by God for...

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how do you explain the trinity of christ Some of the scriptures they use to show that Jesus is part of a Trinity are when opposers or non-believers think that is what Jesus is saying. I sometimes wonder if anyone thinks that Paul is God because some non-believers said that he was God and he also said "I am". He also became an apostle and the apostles were given the authority to forgive sins. (John 10:30-33) I and the Father are...

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Can anyone explain the trinity No one can explain it from the Bible, but there are different theories about it. They all, including the King James, say that the Father is the only true God and equate knowing that with everlasting life. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. All complete manuscripts and translations also...

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ppl ask why God lets us suffer, as with tragedies,deaths,suffering, Im a believer, & try 2assure them God has His reasons.Im still at a loss The following article entitled: "Why Does God Allow Suffering?" answers that along with such questions as: "Has God caused the suffering in the world?" "What issue was raised in the garden of Eden?" "How will God undo the effects of human suffering?" http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_11.htm http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_00.htm

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Is there any scientific evidence that Noah's Ark ever existed? Has anybody found any of its parts. The following is from a Watchtower dated 7/1/2009: Have They Found Noah’s Ark? EVERY so often, it seems, there is a flurry of publicity about the search for Noah’s ark. The excitement is understandable. That gigantic vessel in which Noah and his family survived the Flood back in 2370-2369 B.C.E. would certainly make for a remarkable archaeological find. Despite many efforts, though, the...

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If religion went out of business for some reason what would all the unemployed pastors, priests and other church leaders do? They may wish that they had noticed the pattern that Paul set for us to follow mentioned in 2Thessalonians 3:8-10. If they had jobs all along, it would not be a problem in a financial sense. Some translations of the Scriptures are obviously worded with a view to helping preachers to get a good salary. It is true that the Bible states: “The workman is worthy of his wages.” (1 Timothy 5:18)...

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Doesn't throwing out the word "begotten" from John 3:16 confirm what the HQ has been saying for about 1400 years, that Jesus was not begotten by God, that God DOES NOT begett? The following is in reference to: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9008081 I though that I would post this here so that the links would be clickable. http://www.codexsinaiticus.org/en/ When comparing the King James Version and various other versions, there are several changes that should be observed. They may notice how John 1:18 had been changed....

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will the world ever end as life of a human/animal does? Not according to the Bible. (Ecclesiastes 1:4) A generation is going, and a generation is coming; but the earth is standing even to time indefinite. (Psalm 104:5) He has founded the earth upon its established places; It will not be made to totter to time indefinite, or forever. (Psalm 119:90) Your faithfulness is for generation after generation. You have solidly fixed the earth, that it may...

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i got hit in eye there is a cut above my eye the bleeding stoped though but am seeing double now As everyone else already said, you should see a Doctor. Several years ago I had an orbital blowout. My left eye was stuck looking kind of down and to the right and I was seeing double. I started wearing glasses about a year ago and at the eye Doctor they said something about some damage to my retina and asked if I had an accident. You really should get it checked out just in case.

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What exactly does blaspheming the Holy Spirit mean? Is it thinking bad things about God, or not believing in Jesus? can true Christians still ask questions such as "why does God allow suffering etc?" Here is an article from a 2007 Watchtower: Have You Sinned Against the Holy Spirit? “There is a sin that does incur death.”—1 JOHN 5:16. “I HAVE been obsessed with the thought that I have sinned against the holy spirit.” So wrote a woman in Germany, although she was serving God. Can a Christian actually sin against God’s holy spirit, or active force? 2 Yes, it is possible to sin...

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Does acknowledging a homosexual as a human being make me a homosexual? Are they my neighbor? what did Jesus say about neighbors? No, that does not make you a homosexual. Yes they are your neighbor. Jesus said "You must love your neighbor as yourself". As pugwashjw65 said, Jesus did them no harm. He talked to everyone including all kinds of sinners. He taught all of them the truth about God and told us to also. He did not tell us to judge them, in fact no Christians were to judge those outside of the congregation. Once...

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Why did Hitler killed so many innocent people? He had a large support group? http://www.nobeliefs.com/nazis.htm

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In addition to the Jews do you know who else was targeted and murdered by Hitler during the Holocaust? To answer your question, yes, I knew. Here are a few other links on the subject. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10005394 http://fcit.usf.edu/Holocaust/people/VictJeho.htm http://www.answerbag.co.uk/a_view/8691962 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3146930 I saw a few complaints about your question. I see nothing wrong with it myself. There are some that ask questions for a...

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Should Jesus be worshipped? This is definately the longest answer that I have given on AB and for that I apologize. The following is in response to randywalt’s answers: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9004143 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9004140 Here I have addressed some of randywalt’s points. I am not addressing all the points as they are even further off base than the ones that I am addressing. 1.Thomas calls...

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Has anybody seen God before? According to the Bible, no. The following is from a Watchtower dated 10/1/1996: Has Anyone Seen God? THE renowned patriarch Abraham, who lived more than 1,900 years before the birth of Jesus Christ, was so warmly viewed by our Creator that he was called “God’s friend.” (James 2:23, Byington) If anyone would be given the privilege of seeing God, surely Abraham would be that person. Well,...

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When will planet Earth end? Never. The following is from a Watchtower, 4/1/2008 Will Our Earth Ever Be Destroyed? HAVE you ever wondered, ‘What is the future of our earth?’ Because of what they see happening to our beautiful planet, many people believe that our earth may not survive. Indeed, today the earth is being ruined by the abuse of precious resources, such as water, forests, and the delicately balanced...

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How did Jesus become the Son of God? Here is an article from a 2006 Awake that talks about Jesus being the firstborn of all creation. The Bible’s Viewpoint Was Jesus Really the Son of God? WITH deep conviction the apostle Peter said to Jesus: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” (Matthew 16:16) This is but one of many references in the Bible to Jesus as the Son of God, an expression that has stirred a wide range...

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what is a good name for a hamster? Hambone.

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Should Jesus be worshipped? We should worship Jehovah (YHWH) alone like Jesus told us to. Luke 4:8 But, Jesus answered him: “It is written: ‘YHWH your God you shall bow down before and Him alone shall you worship.’” [Deuteronomy 6:13] http://www.nazarene-friends.org/nazcomm/42/004.htm#8 In Luke 4:8, Jesus was apparently referring to Deuteronomy when he identified the one alone that is to be worshipped. (Luke...

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Why do people kill each other for religion? Who's to blame for all of this? Why do people kill each other for religion? Perhaps they do not know God and Jesus? Who's to blame for all of this? Perhaps our own selfish inclinations? Who Is to Blame for War? IS God to blame for the wars fought by humankind? “No, God does not want war.” That is how Martin Niemöller, a well-known German Protestant clergyman, answered this question shortly after the end of World...

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Is mankind ruining the earth? Was this predicted 2000 years ago? So it seems. (Luke 21:25-26) “Also, there will be signs in sun and moon and stars, and on the earth anguish of nations, not knowing the way out because of the roaring of the sea and [its] agitation, 26 while men become faint out of fear and expectation of the things coming upon the inhabited earth; for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. (Isaiah 57:20) “But the wicked are like the...

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Why should a Jehovah's Witness not be charged with murder if s/he refuses a family member critical medical treatment and the person dies? Not hardly, as the case that you mentioned under one of the answers was in Ghana, which is in West Africa. Posting stuff from anti-JW web-sites is misleading at best. No JW would disown a child for a government forced transfusion. Other than abstaining from blood as the Bible says to do, JW's do accept most other types of medical treatment....

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Are we saved through works or grace? Is our salvation secured? Those questions are addressed in the following article with clickable links to the scriptures: http://www.watchtower.org/e/19960201/article_02.htm Why "Put Up a Hard Fight for the Faith"? The Bible book of Jude is addressed to "called ones . . . , preserved for Jesus Christ." Does it say that because they had 'accepted Jesus,' their salvation was sure? No, Jude told such Christians to "put up a...

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Is Jesus Michael the Archangel? The following is from a Watchtower from 1984. ‘Michael the Great Prince’—Who Is He? THE spirit creature Michael is not mentioned often in the Bible, but when he is, the context is always dramatic. In Daniel we see him fighting wicked angels on behalf of God’s people. In Jude he is disputing with Satan over the body of Moses. And in the book of Revelation he casts Satan and his demons...

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when planting flowers from seeds how do you keep the grass out?you cant put down black,or mulch or the seeds wont come up.Any suggestions? Do what Snake In The Trees said and put down a border that goes 4 inches into the ground and a couple of inches above. That will keep underground runners from going under and then just pull grass seedlings as grass/weed seeds blow into the flower bed. (Mulch after your flower seeds are established).

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If I plant a watermelon seed in the ground, does it really grow a watermelon? Yes it will. If you saved seed from a watermelon that you ate, it will likely not be as big and tasty as the mother melon as most today are hybrids and no telling what genes the seed will have. If it is a seed sold as such, it will likely grow to what it is suppossed to, depending on the soil, nutrients and care given. Watermelons are heavy feeders and need fertilizer heavy in Phosphorus. How...

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i saved some red potatoes for planting however the eyes are about 16 inches long,can i still use them ? I don't see why not, but I am not an expert. A little late for planting taters around here.

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what did jesus mean when he said on the cross My God My God why have you forsaken me I guess that we can't be sure of Jesus’ motives for saying this, his words may indicate that Jesus recognized that Jehovah had taken His protection away so that His Son’s integrity could be fully tested. It is also possible that Jesus said this because he wanted to fulfill what Psalm 22:1 foretold regarding him.—Matt. 27:46. (Hebrews 4:15) For we have as high priest, not one who cannot...

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There are two stories of the creation of man in Genesis; one in Chapter I, and the other in Chapter II. These two accounts flatly contradict each other. Doesn't this creat a problem for true believers? If I am not mistaken, Genesis 2:4 sums up Genesis 1:1–2:3. Genesis 2:4 "This is a history of the heavens and the earth in the time of their being created, in the day that Jehovah God made earth and heaven" I found the following under "Differing Viewpoints" starting at paragraph 17 in a book called: The Bible—God’s Word or Man’s? Different Viewpoints 15 Sometimes the Bible writers...

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CHRISTIANS: Which of the two contradicting Biblical creation accounts is the true and correct one? If I am not mistaken, Genesis 2:4 sums up Genesis 1:1–2:3. Genesis 2:4 "This is a history of the heavens and the earth in the time of their being created, in the day that Jehovah God made earth and heaven" I found the following under "Differing Viewpoints" starting at paragraph 17 in a book called: The Bible—God’s Word or Man’s? Different Viewpoints 15 Sometimes the Bible writers...

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Did the Bible predict the exact year that Jesus became the Messiah [Christ]? Yeppers. I copied most of this from the book: "What does the Bible really teach". I have added some additional links and information. How Daniel’s Prophecy Foretells the Messiah’s Arrival - THE prophet Daniel lived more than 500 years before the birth of Jesus. Nevertheless, Jehovah revealed to Daniel information that would make it possible to pinpoint the time when Jesus would be...

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It had been awhile since being on AB and while there are differences I still enjoy it- what is the biggest cause for angst in your opinion? I prefer the old AB. It seems as if most people have left during the change. I do not like the fact that it is hard to put clickable links as comments under the new AB. The disappearing comments get old. What was your avatar under the old AB?

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If belief in the Trinity is critical for salvation, why not more clear differentiation between the Son of God and God the Son in the NT? It seems that belief in the Trinity contradicts what Jesus said. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ.

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Do you believe that once you are saved you can lose your salvation? And where in the bible could it possibly say something along those lines? Yes, I do believe that the Bible teaches that. These seem to imply that some who were saved, including those who have tasted the heavenly gift, could fall away. Please look them up for yourself, as my understanding of why these were written may be different than yours. Heb 6:4-6, 10:26,27, Jude 3-5, Mt 24:13, 1Cor 9:27 ...

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"Then God said, 'Let [us] make man in our own image, according to our likeness...'" (Genesis 1:26) Who's God talking to? Who's "US"? God was talking to Jesus, the firstborn of all creation. (Col 1:15; Prov 8:22) (Revelation 3:14) “And to the angel of the congregation in La‧o‧di‧ce′a write: These are the things that the Amen says, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation by God, Here is an article with clickable links to the referencd scriptures. http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_04.htm ...

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If we are not supposed to add words to the bible why does the NWT add the word "the" to 2 Peter 1:1? The following is from the appendix of the NWT reference addition: 6E “Of the Great God and of [the] Savior of Us, Christ Jesus” Tit 2:13—Gr., τοῦ μεγάλου θεοῦ καὶ σωτῆρος ἡμῶν Χριστοῦ ᾿Ιησοῦ (tou me‧ga′lou The‧ou′ kai so‧te′ros he‧mon′ Khri‧stou′ I‧e‧sou′) 1934 “of the great God and of our The Riverside...

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CAN ANY SHOW ME THROUGH THE BIBLE WHY I SHOULD GO TO CHURCH ON SUNDAY INSTEAD OF SATURDAY? I don't think that it matters what day your Congregation decides to meet.

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Have you ever eaten rattlesnake? If given the opportunity, would you? Yes, I had some at a rattlesnake round up in Sweetwater Texas. To me it tasted like chicken breast. Very tender.

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My house is white or brown. In my natural state my body is very soft. I become an animal. I am eaten by many people. what am i? A cross between a chicken and a snail? I have no idea but I am very curious.

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Why are Pentecostal healing revivals FULL of genuinely crippled wheelchair-ridden people who NEVER GET HEALED? In the Bible, all of those that even touched the fringe of Jesus outer garment were "made completely well". (Matthew 14:36) And they went entreating him that they might just touch the fringe of his outer garment; and all those who touched it were made completely well. (Luke 6:19) And all the crowd were seeking to touch him, because power was going out of him and healing them all. The gift of...

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Why is it that there are disputes re the rendering of John 1:1, when there are MANY other passages where the true meanings are stated? One should think of how John 1:1 fits in with the rest of the Bible as well as how someone can be with someone and at the same time be that same someone. You will notice that verse 14 shows that many people saw Jesus and verse 18 shows that no one has seen God. In John 20:31, you might notice that these things were written so that you will no that Jesus Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, not...

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when was Jesus created? The Bible does not tell us exactly when, but we know that he was the first created. The Father created Jesus and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (Colossians 1:15-16) He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; 16 because by means of him all [other] things were created in the heavens and upon the earth, the things visible and the things invisible, no...

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Is it a disgrace to have a former Nazi as head of a church? Who was a former Nazi and what religion was he when he was a Nazi?

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Literally speaking, nothing can burn for "eternity." At some point it'd be completely consumed by the flames. Do you have input to share? I just did a search on blueletterbible for the word "hell" in youngs literal, look how often it is there. http://www.blueletterbible.org/search/translationResults.cfm?Criteria=hell&t=YNG "Sorry! The word hell doesn't occur in the YNG." Try other translations and you will notice that there is quite a variable in the amount of times each translation uses it. According to the Bible, God is love...

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What makes some imperfect human beings believe they are smart enough to understand the Bible? How do they "know" for sure what it means? No one has to be smart enough to understand the Bible, we have to be humble enough. Some important things that I believe help are to ask the author for help, read the Bible with an open mind and accept help from others. The Bible was meant to be understood as Jesus said at John 8:32 YOU will know the truth, and the truth will set YOU free. (Acts 17:11) Now the latter were more noble-minded...

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Parents who cheat have fun and then pay for it. Kids don't have any fun and they pay even more. Why do parents do that to their kids? That is truly sad that people do that. Unfortunately, these days it seems to be the rule rather than the exception. They would do well to do like Joseph and turn their back on the temporary enjoyment of sin. For the most part, I think that these days, alot of people don't consider it cheating unless they get caught. They also don't really think they will get caught. (Hebrews 11:25) choosing to...

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Death of a 9 year old. That is terrible. It is a sick world that we live in. I hate to hear about children killing children. I know that this in not the religion section so please forgive me if I offend you but I would like to share a scripture and a couple of articles on why times are so bad. (2 Timothy 3:1-5) But know this, that in the last days critical times hard to deal with will be here. 2 For men will be...

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I keep refreshing the page, but all comments on the answer have now gone? When that happens, youcan go ahead and comment and then the other comments usually reappear. I usually comment with something like "I am making this comment to try and bring up the comments that have disappeared".

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Should Jehovah's witnesses be allowed to go door to door? Yes we should be allowed to. Other religions also recognize that it is the biblical method as well but don't usually follow through with it. If you are in Texas, you are likely to see Baptist going door to door pretty soon: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2010/feb/04/baptists-plan-to-get-word-out/ The largest state Baptist group in the nation wants to spread Christ's message to homes...

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if a jehovah left his wife to live with another women, what would happen if he decided to go back would he be able to be a jehovah again. Why are you asking on the public internet? Are you making up situations that don't exist to make JW's look bad? If you are really dating a JW elder, don't you suppose that he would know the answer? Oh, but the situation does not exist and making JW's look bad on the public internet is the whole purpose of your account. Your not the first, and want be the last. ...

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Why is it in Lu8:39, Jesus tells the man to go and tell of all the things God has done for him, yet he goes around and tells of all the things Jesus has done for him? Is Jesus God? God did those miracles through Jesus. (Acts 2:22) “Men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus the Naz•a•rene′, a man publicly shown by God to YOU through powerful works and portents and signs that God did through him in YOUR midst, just as YOU yourselves know, Quite often in the scriptures when people are talking with Jehovah's representatives, Jehovah's representatives are spoken of as if...

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Why would any guy need so many wives like the Muslims and Mormons? One to yell at you for not taking out the trash, one to nag you for not mowing the yard, one to yell at you for leaving the toilet seat up, one to yell at you for forgetting your anniversary, one to

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First global war in 1914; is it factual to say that wars, famines, earthquakes, pestilences and crime have been escalating since 1914? "Those who have an adult's recollection and an adult's understanding of the world which preceded World War I look back upon it with a great nostalgia. There was a sense of security then which has never since existed." Benjamin J. Anderson (1886-1949), Economics and the Public Welfare "Historic events are often said to have 'changed everything.' In the case of the Great War [1914-1918] this...

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When Jesus was praying in the garden his sweat became like drops of blood, what is that medical condition called? Found this in a book called Insight on the Scriptures. Blood or elements thereof will seep through unruptured walls of blood vessels in a condition called diapedesis, and in hematidrosis there is an excreting of perspiration tinged with blood pigment or blood, or of bodily fluid mingled with blood, thus resulting in the ‘sweating of blood.’ These, of course, are only suggestions as to what...

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What do you think Paul is saying in 1Corinthians 14:14-15 about speaking in tongues? In Paul’s day certain Christians received the miraculous gift of tongues, and evidently some among them prayed in these tongues before the congregation. But as Paul showed, the rest of the congregation did not understand them. Tongues were temporary and for a purpose. You might read all onf 1Cor chapters 13 and 14 to get a better feel. (1 Corinthians 13:1) If I speak in the tongues of men...

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What i don't get. Why do unbelievers get so mad at us Christians. It's not like we are being mean to them. We are trying to help. I would suspect several reasons. Some may have been hurt by religious leaders or by people of some religion. Some can see the hypocricy of some preachers fleecing their flocks of large sums of money and may as well be woried about us. Some may just like to belittle people that believe different than themselves. Some may feel guilty about the way they are living their life when they hear about...

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Those that believe the bible word for word, are they sort of extremists? I would not call them extremist, but there are several things that don't make since when you try to take every thing as literal. For example, your faith cannot literally move a mountain, but you can overcome some mountain like obstacles. The creative days in Genesis were not literally 24 hour days. The prophecy at Daniel 9:25-27 does not work with literal 7-day weeks. I will go a little into...

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I want 2 plant a peach tree this year & I've heard that w/ fruit trees u should plant more than one to aid in pollination. Does it matter what the second tree is, like can it be two peach trees, or can the second one be a pear tree, or does it matter? I am not sure if peach trees are self pollinating or not, I think they might be. Almond trees can also pollinate peach trees.

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Regarding the "Trinity", would it be accurate to say "God is what they do, not who he is"? If the Trinity were true, it would be more of a "they" than a "he". Jesus showed that they are 2 distinct individuals. John 8:16-18 "And yet if I do judge, my judgment is truthful, because I am not alone, but the Father who sent me is with me. Also, in YOUR own Law it is written, ‘The witness of two men is true. I am one that bears witness about myself, and the Father who sent me bears...

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Jesus said: "This good news of the kingdom will be preached in all the inhabited earth and then the end will come." What is the good news? and What is the kingdom? I answered a similar question recently. I hope you don't mind a copy and paste. Kingdom under Christ will rule earth in righteousness and peace Isa. 9:6, 7; 11:1-5; Dan. 7:13, 14; Matt. 6:10 Kingdom will bring ideal living conditions to earth Ps. 72:1-4; Rev. 7:9, 10, 13-17; 21:3, 4 Earth will never be destroyed or depopulated Eccl. 1:4; Isa. 45:18; Ps. 78:69 God will eliminate present...

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Are there any denominations that believe Jesus was Jehovah? If so how do they show/prove this belief scripturally? According to the Bible, Jehovah, the Father is God and Jesus is the son of God. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called “gods,” whether in heaven or on earth, just as there are many “gods” and many “lords,” 6...

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Why are so many of Paul's letters in the new testament? Not exactly on subject with your question, but there are a few things that come to mind about Paul. Parts of the following are from an article about Paul that I cut and pasted and slightly altered. He was given supernatural visions (2Co 12:1-5) and, by means of the holy spirit, was enabled to speak numerous foreign tongues.—1Co 14:18. Paul was God’s “chosen vessel” and “an apostle...

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When Paul was inspired to write all Scriptures are inspired, was he referring to to the Hebrew texts or the Greek texts? I would say both, the existing Hebrew scriptures as well as the Greek scriptures that were being written in the form of letters and circulating between the congregations. Paul and the others were well aware of the Holy Spirit's activity and the writings in progress back then. Each one only had partial understanding of what they were writing back then also. At 2 Pet. 3:15 and 16, Peter refers...

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How do you know the wind blows? Because I see the evidence of it. Corn for example is mostly wind pollinated. Without wind, corn would not do well.

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What language did Christ speak - Greek, Aramaic, Hebrew, or Latin? I believe that many in my family may believe that he spoke 16th century English? There does not seem to be a consensus on this, but probably a form of Hebrew and a dialect of Aramaic, possibly some of all four? Here are a few scriptures that some have used to reason on the languages that Jesus and some of his close followers would have likely used back then. (Acts 21:40) After he gave...

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What is the good news of god's kingdom that Jesus spoke of in Matthew 24:14? Kingdom under Christ will rule earth in righteousness and peace Isa. 9:6, 7; 11:1-5; Dan. 7:13, 14; Matt. 6:10 Kingdom will bring ideal living conditions to earth Ps. 72:1-4; Rev. 7:9, 10, 13-17; 21:3, 4 Earth will never be destroyed or depopulated Eccl. 1:4; Isa. 45:18; Ps. 78:69 God will eliminate present system of things in the battle at Har-Magedon Rev. 16:14, 16; Zeph. 3:8; Dan. 2:44;...

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Why does God permit suffering? Who really is to blame for it? Here is an article on the subject: http://www.watchtower.org/e/200611/article_02.htm (Job 34:10) Therefore, YOU men of heart, listen to me. Far be it from the [true] God to act wickedly, And the Almighty to act unjustly! (James 1:13) When under trial, let no one say: “I am being tried by God.” For with evil things God cannot be tried nor does he himself try anyone.

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Why would a christian ask 16 questions with lengthy quotes in 24hrs? Perhaps they fell that is a way of helping others? (1 Timothy 4:16) Pay constant attention to yourself and to your teaching. Stay by these things, for by doing this you will save both yourself and those who listen to you. (2 Timothy 4:2) preach the word, be at it urgently in favorable season, in troublesome season, reprove, reprimand, exhort, with all long-suffering and [art of] teaching. (2...

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great creation story .. adam & eve - have 3 kids .. cane seth & able .. ALL BOYS ! anyone else see a problem here ??? Adam and Eve had sons and daughters. Able and Seth were likely referred to by name because of their good standing with God, plus what happenned to Able and Seth being an ancestor of the Messiah. Cane was likely only mentioned by name due to his horrendous act of murdering his brother. The Bible does not tell us every detail of everything. Just what we need to know. Genesis 5:4 "And the days of...

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Is the problem of Clergy abusing children, restricted to only the Catholic Church? Probably not, but one thing that may add to the problem with the abuse in the Catholic Church is forbidding Priest to marry. There is also the failure of the Church to use men that are free from accusation. (Titus 1:5-7; 1Tim 3:1-10) In the past, when a Priest had accusations against him, the Church would just send them to another perish. With one accusation, they should have been investigated...

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If you have seen a Snake: what colour was it? Brown and black.

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You are walking up to the door of your house and see a huge snake sleeping in front, what shall you do? Probably try to hide it before my wife sees it. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8782953

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I was busy trolling in the religious section when this booming voice rang out from on high, and it did say _________________________________ Get off of the computer and take out the trash or I am not cooking dinner tonight.

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Should the hypocrisy, false teachings of Christendom, bad circumstantial experiences, reduce your zeal for truth, which is in the Bible? http://www.newtonproject.sussex.ac.uk/view/texts/normalized/THEM00261

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Please, if you can, explain the concept of The Holy Trinity in five words. Traditional philosophy and empty deception. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=col2:8&version=NASB;NLT;KJV;HCSB;NIV

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What is meant by Jesus being eternally begotten of the Father? and One in being with the Father? QX 2of8 The Father created Jesus and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (John 1:14) So the Word became flesh and resided among us, and we had a view of his glory, a glory such as belongs to an only-begotten son from a father; and he was full of undeserved kindness and truth. (John 3:16) “For God loved the world so much that he gave his only-begotten Son, in order that everyone...

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I am a Christan. Why do other Christians INSIST on some name or term for our Creator? He says no. The Book says so. Why argue? chappy http://www.quotedstatements.com/Bible-Files/jehovah.htm Yeppers, it seemed pretty important to Jesus. (John 17:6) “I have made your name manifest to the men you gave me out of the world. They were yours, and you gave them to me, and they have observed your word. (John 17:26) And I have made your name known to them and will make it known, in order that the love with which you loved me may be...

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If we are all "God's Children".. Then What was so special about Jesus? Jesus is the firstborn of all creation, the only-begotten Son of God because the Father created Jesus first, and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him. (Hebrews 1:2) has at the end of these...

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Everytime I take my vehicle in to be repaired, something else goes wrong. Do you think they are sabotaging my vehicle? It is possible, but if it is an old car or if there are alot of miles on the car, it could just be timing. What make, model, and miliage is the car?

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If it's "red sky at night, sailors delight." and it's "red sky in the morning sailors take warning." then what would red sky in the afternoon be? No idea. Matthew 16:2-3

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According to the Christian bible, has anyone ever seen God? No, not according to the Bible. (John 1:18) No man has seen God at any time; the only-begotten god who is in the bosom [position] with the Father is the one that has explained him. (Exodus 33:20) And he added: “You are not able to see my face, because no man may see me and yet live.” (John 6:46) Not that any man has seen the Father, except he who is from God; this one has seen the Father....

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Is there a hell? Along with the answer by uzyrmnd on February 24th, 2010, God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew 5:22 speaks of those liable to “hell...

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Whats wrong with Jehova's Witnesses? My little tow hurts and I have a slight headache right not, but other than that, I am doing well. Thank you for asking. How are you?

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Do you speak in tongues as described in the bible? If so how did you recieve this gift? I don't and never have. I have met some people that say they have and I know quite a few that have seen others do it. Here is an article from "Reasoning from the Scriptures" Tongues, Speaking in Definition: A special ability given through the holy spirit to some disciples in the early Christian congregation that enabled them to preach or otherwise glorify God in a language other than their...

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Can you account for the DIFFERENCES in translations example KJV vs. NIV etc. of 1 John 5:7 [Comma Johanneum], Re 1:11 and 1 Timothy 3:16? The King James Version was based on the Textus Receptus which has a few mistakes such as including spurious verses trying to prove the Trinity. Most newer versions are from older manuscripts such as the Vatican MS 1209 and the Sinaiticus which do not include the trinitarian view. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1John5:7-8;1tim3:16;rev1:11&version=NIV;HCSB;NKJV;NLT;NASB ...

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Do you speak in tongues as described in the bible? If so how did you recieve this gift? No, I don't. http://www.watchtower.org/e/20050215/article_01.htm

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Do you think that the publications of Jehovah's Witness are "extremist" like Russia's Supreme Court (12/8/09) ruled? Similar charges were made against Jesus and the 1st century Christians. (Acts 24:5) For we have found this man a pestilent fellow and stirring up seditions among all the Jews throughout the inhabited earth and a spearhead of the sect of the Naz‧a‧renes′, (Luke 23:2) Then they started to accuse him, saying: “This man we found subverting our nation and forbidding the paying of taxes to...

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I've just found out that I'm to be shipped off to some Christian summer camp for a week this summer: Do you think their claims to be "Respectful" can be trusted, or should I (a young atheist) expect a week of agonizingly heavy preaching? Did you go? If so, how were you treated?

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What is the origin of the Trinity from paganism to Constantine? Why is it that MOST denominations in Christendom believe this FALSE doctrine The Bible writers showed that after the death of the apostles that there was to be an apostasy until the time of the end. (Mat 24:11; 2Pet 2:1; 2Tim 4:3-4; 2Cor 4:3-4; 2Thes 2:3) http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mat%2024:11;%202Pet%202:1;%202Tim%204:3-4;%202Cor%204:3-4;%202Thes%202:3&version=NASB;YLT;HCSB;DARBY;NLT (1Tim 4:1-3; 2Tim 4:3)...

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Why are Priests called "Father" when the Bible states that you should not? Re: Matt 23: 8-10 The context of Matthew 23 has to do with religous leaders wanting to be called by a prominent title. Jesus clearly showed that his followers were not to do that. If they were to call each other anything other than their name, it was brother as Paul was. (2Pet 3:15) We are suppossed to treat the older ones as if they were our own mother or father, but not to call them by a title. Putting men up...

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What is a good name to call a pair of shoes? How about ya'll?

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In Russia Jehovah’s Witnesses are being denounced publicly as extremists or as dangerous. Do you agree? disagree? Why do you so answer? Jehovah's Witnesses are not extremists or dangerous. Similar charges were made against Jesus and the 1st century Christians. (Acts 24:5) For we have found this man a pestilent fellow and stirring up seditions among all the Jews throughout the inhabited earth and a spearhead of the sect of the Naz‧a‧renes′, (Luke 23:2) Then they started to accuse him, saying: “This man we found...

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Who makes the best GPS system? That is a hard one. I believe that consumer reports gave TomTom the highest ratings a couple of years ago. My wife bought one but took it back for a garmin as that is what she is used to. I believe that you can buy them with a lifetime map update included now. I have what I think is an Iway 500 or something like that in my truck. I love it but it is very old and bulky. I would probably get a...

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Which of these different Bible versions is correct? Unless I am missing something, I believe that they all may be correct. But the Douay was completed in 1609.

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Where in the Bible can the Doctrine of Sola Scriptura be found? Nope, not in the Bible. But I think that the principle may be there, depending on the understanding. As far as I can tell, 1Cor 4:6 is as close as I have found. Some things can be reasoned on from the scriptures that are not expressly in the scriptures. An example is smoking or taking drugs. While the scriptures do not say not to smoke or take drugs, some might think of principles such as 2Cor...

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If Jesus is GOD in the flesh, then why doesn,t know the hour nor the day when he is going to return to earth? God in the flesh comes from 1Tim3:16 of the KJV. King James says "God" was manifest in the flesh. Scholars recognize that it should be "he" (Jesus), not "God" in the flesh and most modern translations reflect that. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1Tim3:16;&version=NIV;ESV;NCV;ESV;NASB; . Here are a couple of other scriptures that have been altered. The King James says that the...

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Why do religious people kill each other when one main rule is not to kill? That is a good question. It seems to go against Christian principles. (2 Corinthians 10:3-4) For though we walk in the flesh, we do not wage warfare according to [what we are in the] flesh. 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not fleshly, but powerful by God for overturning strongly entrenched things. (James 4:1-3) From what source are there wars and from what source are there fights among...

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Im a monster with a knife but want to go on a 5 day vacation alone. Where is a good place to go that would be an adventure? Any ideas? Alaska is the most beautiful place that I have been. Not a place for a 5 day vacation though if you are in the continuos US. Is there a national park with woods and a lake or stream nearby? I always enjoy the outdoors. Have you got a elderly or lonely relative that you could visit and encourage? There truly is more happiness in giving than there is in receiving. Don't think you really need the...

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Christians only: Do preachers seem out of touch when they proclaim only good things at a time when society at large is suffering? Explain. I don't watch those preachers so I don't really know what is being said exactly, but the question reminded me of Jer 6:13-15 and Ezek 13:8-10.

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Why do some Christians not believe in the Trinity? The Bible does not say that God is a Trinity therefore, some find the need to look at the context and what other scriptures say on the subject when trinitarians are trying to give scriptures as proof of the Trinity. I will cover a few here. It was the nonbelieving jews that thought Jesus was making himself god in John 10:33. It was also the nonbelieving Jews at John 5:18 that thought:...

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If JWs have the "Truth" and the holy spirit guides them why have they made false prophecies about Armageddon? Has the "truth" changed? Every decade when the world does not end their views change! The following is from an Awake article from 1993. Why So Many False Alarms? The World’s End—How Near? THE story is told of a boy who watched the sheep of the villagers. To stir up a bit of excitement, one day he cried out, “Wolf! Wolf!” when there was no wolf. The villagers rushed out with clubs to drive off the wolf, only to find that there was none. It was such great fun that later on...

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When is the title "Rev. Dr." appropriate. Does the doctorate need to be in religion/theology (or something related)? Or can it be any kind of doctorate--a J.D., for instance? I don't think that it is appropriate for Christians to be addresses in such a way. (Matthew 23:8-12) But YOU, do not YOU be called Rabbi, for one is YOUR teacher, whereas all YOU are brothers. 9 Moreover, do not call anyone YOUR father on earth, for one is YOUR Father, the heavenly One. 10 Neither be called ‘leaders,’ for YOUR Leader is one, the Christ. 11 But the greatest one among YOU...

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Why are there so many types of Christians? (2009-09-04) (2 Timothy 4:3-4) For there will be a period of time when they will not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their own desires, they will accumulate teachers for themselves to have their ears tickled; 4 and they will turn their ears away from the truth, whereas they will be turned aside to false stories.

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What exactly is this life for? Why are we alive? I don't get it. http://www.watchtower.org/e/20080201/article_03.htm What Is the Purpose of Life? Ecclesiastes 12:13. “The conclusion of the matter, everything having been heard, is: Fear the true God and keep his commandments. For this is the whole obligation of man.” http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_00.htm Is This What God Purposed?

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I found a dead headless squirrel outside my window. Did someone place a hex on me? I would think perhaps an owl or some type of predator left it there. An owl wiped out whole flocks of my guineas and several of my chickens. It usually eats the head and neck. Could be other predators that do that too. I have one quinea now and it is only alive because it now goes in the coup at night with the chickens. Once it gets hot, it will likely sleep outside again. . I just noticed...

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When was the Bible split into the Old Testament& the New Testament? Here is an article that I found on the subject: 7E The Expressions “The Old Testament” and “The New Testament” 2Co 3:14—Gr., ἐπὶ τῇ ἀναγνώσει τῆς παλαιᾶς διαθήκης (e‧pi′ tei a‧na‧gno′sei tes pa‧lai‧as′ di‧a‧the′kes); Lat., in lectione veteris testamenti 1611 “in the reading of the old testament” King James Version. 1950...

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Who was the creator of humans Jehovah was the creator. He did it through by means of Jesus. (Genesis 1:1) In [the] beginning God created the heavens and the earth. (Genesis 1:6) And God went on to say: “Let an expanse come to be in between the waters and let a dividing occur between the waters and the waters.” (Genesis 2:4) This is a history of the heavens and the earth in the time of their being created, in the day...

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yahshua/jesus said you can`t serve god and mammon , my question is this who or what is mammon ? I believe it has something to do with riches. Here is part of an article that says something about mammon: Mammon. The original-language term ma‧mo‧nas′ (or, its Anglicized form “mammon”) is generally understood to denote money or riches. (Mt 6:24; Lu 16:9, 11, 13; compare AS, KJ, NW.) There is no evidence that the expression was ever the name of a specific deity. Jesus used the...

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does excomunication mean your church does not forgive It appears that there was some kind of way that people were reproved during the first century for certain things and perhaps if they continued in a bad course, were removed. But 2Cor 2:6-7 seems to indicate that those that repented were forgiven and reinstated. (Ephesians 5:11) and quit sharing with [them] in the unfruitful works that belong to the darkness, but, rather, even be reproving...

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am i concidered an unbalanced religous nut for being christian ? Nope, perhaps for your avatar though. Lol, I like hong kong phooey.

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Would Tiger Woods' wife burn in Hell for all eternity if she doesn't take him back? Nope, no such thing as a literal Hell like the preachers would like us to believe. Plus marital unfaithfulness is grounds for divorce with a view to remarrying if the victim wants to. (Matthew 19:9) I say to YOU that whoever divorces his wife, except on the ground of fornication, and marries another commits adultery.” (Matthew 5:31-32) “Moreover it was said, ‘Whoever divorces his wife,...

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Most scholars agree that the Hebrew word in Isaiah, "almah," that is translated in the King James Version of the Bible as "virgin", actually simply means "young woman". (The Hebrew word for virgin is "bethulah".) Why is this so controversial? True, not very many translations reanslate almah as virgin at Pslams 68:25. It really just means young woman or maiden. That does not mean that she was not a virgin though, so Mt 1:18-25 and Lu 1:26-35 don't contradict that view. http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=Psa&c=68&v=25&t=KJV#vrsn/25 http://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=H5959&t=KJV 1) virgin, young...

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I consider valentines day a pagan festival and do not follow it. What are your feelings about it? In my opinion, I find it contrary to some Biblical principles. . According to The Catholic Encyclopedia, Lupercalia was abolished by Pope Gelasius I in the late fifth century C.E. Yet, today we find a modern-day counterpart prospering under the title: “Saint Valentine’s Day.” There are various theories regarding the origin of this “Christianized” name. According to one story, the...

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Understanding Jehova's Witnesses are buried in the ground...obviously! More specific why are they not allowed to attend graveside burials if stated by the elders and do they visit the grave sites after? What legal rights does the family have? I have never heard that we are not allowed to attend graveside burials From what I have seen on http://www.watchtower.org/ and from Perryman's answer, I am not alone on this. I have visited congregations and have friends in Congregations as far East as New York and as far West as Alaska and naver have ran into such a claim. It always seems that people on the internet are always the ones that...

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You guys wanna start just chatting. I mean why not. Makes more sence then waiting here for a question. It seems that we lost alot of AB'ers during the change.

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Why do TV evangelists promote themselves more than than Jesus, the foundation of their religion? Self importance or greed? (1 Corinthians 1:12-13) What I mean is this, that each one of YOU says: “I belong to Paul,” “But I to A‧pol′los,” “But I to Ce′phas,” “But I to Christ.” 13 The Christ exists divided. Paul was not impaled for YOU, was he? Or were YOU baptized in the name of Paul? (Matthew 23:6-12) They like the most prominent place at evening meals and the front...

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Will Earth be a much more peaceful and happy place after the Rapture since all the Christian fundamentalist will be gone? Proverbs says pretty much the opposite of the Rapture. Prov 2:21-22 "For the upright are the ones that will reside in the earth, and the blameless are the ones that will be left over in it. As regards the wicked, they will be cut off from the very earth; and as for the treacherous, they will be torn away from it." That Jesus’ pa‧rou‧si′a is not simply a momentary coming followed by a...

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Must you believe in the Trinity to be a Christian? Some people use the understanding of the unbelieving Jews such as John 10:30,33; John 5:18; Luke 5:21 to prove the Trinity. (John 10:30-36) I and the Father are one.” 31 Once more the Jews lifted up stones to stone him. 32 Jesus replied to them: “I displayed to YOU many fine works from the Father. For which of those works are YOU stoning me?” 33 The Jews answered him: “We are stoning...

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Do Jehovah's Witnesses watch TV? I don't very much as I am too distracted with AB. Lol

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MORMONS: Since in modern LdS Theology YHWH = Jesus could you help us properly understand Psalm 110:1 in light of Mark 12:35-37? Thanks. I just found out recently that some people believe that Jehovah and Jesus are the same. Along with Psalms 110:1 and Mark 12:36, Acts 2:34 brings that out also. http://www.nazarene-friends.org/nazcomm/44/002.htm#34 (Acts 2:34) For David did not ascend into the heavens,84 but he himself says, ‘YHWH said to my Lord,85 “Sit down at My right hand Jehovah is the Most High God. (Genesis 14:22)...

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What is the meaning of life? Ecclesiastes 12:13. “The conclusion of the matter, everything having been heard, is: Fear the true God and keep his commandments. For this is the whole obligation of man.” Micah 6:8. “What is Jehovah asking back from you but to exercise justice and to love kindness and to be modest in walking with your God?” Matthew 22:37-39. “‘You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart...

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why have christians been persecuted and killed over the centuries by the roman catholic church what was there purpose ? serious answers only They seem to have gotten away from the scriptures. (John 16:1-3) “I have spoken these things to YOU that YOU may not be stumbled. 2 Men will expel YOU from the synagogue. In fact, the hour is coming when everyone that kills YOU will imagine he has rendered a sacred service to God. 3 But they will do these things because they have not come to know either the Father or me. (2 Corinthians...

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Who should we pay tithes to? At no time were first-century Christians commanded to pay tithes. The primary purpose of the tithing arrangement under the Law had been to support Israel’s temple and priesthood; consequently the obligation to pay tithes would cease when that Mosaic Law covenant came to an end as fulfilled, through Christ’s death on the torture stake. (Eph 2:15; Col 2:13, 14) It is true that Levitical...

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Why does the New World Translation INSERT the word "[other]" four times in Colossians 1:15-17? If the context calls for it, doesn't other clarify? http://bible.cc/philippians/2-9.htm "the name which is above every name," "the name honored above all other names" Isn't it obvious that "the name God gave him" is not above "the name God gave him", but is above all other names? Here are a few more verses where "other" should be included, and is in some translations....

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Questions based on John 20:17.Will you explain Does Almighty God have a God Are the three persons of the trinity each other's God If Jesus is God, then is the Father his God Is the Holy Spirit the God of Jesus Is Jesus the God of the Holy Spirit Is Jesus Nope, Jesus has a God, but God does not have a God. (John 20:17) Jesus said to her: “Stop clinging to me. For I have not yet ascended to the Father. But be on your way to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and YOUR Father and to my God and YOUR God.’” (John 20:31) But these have been written down that YOU may believe that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, and...

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What is the big deal with converted Christians melting some of their pagan customs in with the rituals of Christianity, and how does your opinion of this fit in with the dicisions made at the Counsel of Jeruselem in the book of Acts in the Bible? If you read Exodus 32 you will see how God feels about people combining false worship with true worship. Including God's name (Ex 32:5) still did not help matters. Mixing pagan ways of celebrating with Christ was not condoned in the New Testament either. (2 Peter 1:16-17) No, it was not by following artfully contrived false stories that we acquainted YOU with the power and presence of our Lord...

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Which religion(s), besides Christianity, were the countries responsible for the violence promoted in World War 1 & World War 2? Most were supposed to be Christian Countries although it seems like they were not really following the Prince of Peace. I think that Japan was mostly Shinto or Buddhist. Not sure about Russia, mostly Athiest? Some would rather die that kill other innocent people while some would rather kill their brothers over national boundaries. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/article.php?lang=en&ModuleId=10005394...

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Can a person be saved without good works? Some might think that Eph 2:8,9 speaking about being saved by faith and not by works contradicts James 2:14-26 speaking about a man needing works along with his faith to be justified or saved. 2Tim 3:16 says All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. Since they are both part of "All scripture" they...

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After reading Colosians 1:13-20 how can you teach that Jesus is separate from God? The firstborn of all creation would be part of creation. Just like the first made of all chevrolet cars is still a chevrolet car. (Colossians 1:13-20) He delivered us from the authority of the darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of the Son of his love, 14 by means of whom we have our release by ransom, the forgiveness of our sins. 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the...

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Matt. 16:18 says: "You are Peter, and on this rockmass I will build my congregation." Who is the Rock-Mass? Jesus or Peter? I believe that Peter and Paul understood the rock-mass to be Christ. All of the Apostles were brothers, with Christ as leader. (Matthew 23:7-10) and the greetings in the marketplaces and to be called Rabbi by men. 8 But YOU, do not YOU be called Rabbi, for one is YOUR teacher, whereas all YOU are brothers. 9 Moreover, do not call anyone YOUR father on earth, for one is YOUR Father, the...

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So many people are on here asking others to prove their faith, but faith isn't concrete, so why do people want others to prove their faith? Are you talking about "prove their faith" in the sense of proving one religion or faith is correct or are you talking about "prove their faith" in the sense of proving someone actually has faith in what they believe about God and the Bible? In the case of the latter, you can see the difference when people lives are on the line. Some would rather die that kill other innocent people while some...

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What is the position of the Baptist Church on poluting the Temple deliberately & willfully with cigarette smoking? One might have to disown oneself to give up smoking. Some might think it is a defilement of the flesh but most of my relatives that are Baptist don't see it that way even though several have died because of smoking. (1 Corinthians 3:16-17) Do YOU not know that YOU people are God’s temple, and that the spirit of God dwells in YOU? 17 If anyone destroys the temple of God, God will destroy him;...

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Why do people say Jehovah's Witnesses is a cult when all they do is follow what the bible teaches? Jesus never indicated that his followers would be popular or even be considered mainstream. A couple of answers indicate that JW's don't have faith. On the contrary it takes tramendous faith to choose to die rather than to join the majority and slaughter innocent Jews, Poles, Gypsies and others as most mainstream Christians in Germany did in WWII. Jesus did say what to look for in his...

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I'm scared that there maybe a Hell. People say there is one and some say there is not one. Who's right? According to the Bible, God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew 5:22 speaks of those liable to “hell fire” or “Gehenna”. To use “hell fire” gives a false idea, for in...

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What are the warning signs of the anti-christ? This is from an article in the book: "Reasoning from the Scriptures". Antichrist Definition: Antichrist means against or instead of Christ. The term applies to all who deny what the Bible says about Jesus Christ, all who oppose his Kingdom, and all who mistreat his followers. It also includes individuals, organizations, and nations that falsely claim to represent Christ or that improperly...

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Do Jehovah Witnesses believe the original Church that Christ founded the true and pure Church The word "Church" is flawed in itself. Jesus founded the original Christian congregation but he also showed that there would be an apostasy until the conclusion of the system. The apostasy is why the Churches do not believe that the Father is the only true God like Jesus said at John 17:3 and why they teach that the soul does not die like it says at Ezekiel 18:4. It is also why some forbid...

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Is Jesus God Almighty or is he the Son of God Almighty? In the first century, the disciples thought that Jesus was the son of God. They also thought that the God and Father of Jesus was the only true God. (John 20:31) But these have been written down that YOU may believe that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, and that, because of believing, YOU may have life by means of his name. (Matthew 16:15-17) He said to them: “YOU, though, who do YOU say...

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The first century, some thought Jesus was John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah or one of the prophets. Who do Christians say Jesus is? In the first century, the disciples thought that Jesus was the son of God. They also thought that the God and Father of Jesus was the only true God. (John 20:31) But these have been written down that YOU may believe that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, and that, because of believing, YOU may have life by means of his name. (Matthew 16:15-17) He said to them: “YOU, though, who do YOU say...

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Do you pray to Jesus or God? I pray to the one that Jesus called the only true God when Jesus was praying to him. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. If you read the Psalms, there are many examples of prayers to God. (Jehovah) The difference for Christians is that we are supposed to pray through Jesus name. (Matthew...

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Does the bible or other religious source mention how christians can communicate with angels of the lord? Is it through prayer perhaps? I don't believe that Christains are suppossed to try to communicate with angels. [Jesus taught his followers to pray to God, not to angels. (Matthew 6:9, 10) Similarly, Paul wrote: “In everything by prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving let your petitions be made known to God.” (Philippians 4:6) In their prayers, therefore, Christians do not approach anyone except Jehovah, and...

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Who is a person of faith you have respect for? Those that would rather die than kill others. http://fcit.usf.edu/Holocaust/people/USHMMJeh.HTM

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If God were a Snickers bar & not light, or the trinity, or a lamb.... would you eat him? Silly Willy.

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I'm a mormon, I like swearing, I hate my enemies, I love money, I dont love my neighbours, I'm suicidal. Am I going to hell when I die? Life is worth living. You can find help. http://www.watchtower.org/e/20011022/article_03.htm . God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew 5:22...

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Has the Jehovah Witness Governing Body ever claimed to be Gods prophet? Have they ever predicted any thing that did not happen? Jehovah’s Witnesses do not claim to be inspired prophets. They have made mistakes. Like the apostles of Jesus Christ, they have at times had some wrong expectations.—Luke 19:11; Acts 1:6. The Scriptures provide time elements related to Christ’s presence, and Jehovah’s Witnesses have studied these with keen interest. (Luke 21:24; Dan. 4:10-17) Jesus also described a many-featured sign...

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"We all need help to understand the Bible, and we cannot find the Scriptural guidance we need outside the 'faithful and discreet slave' organization." (Watchtower, 15 Feb 1981, p19) What is the "faithful and discreet slave' organization"? It’s obvious that we need help to have understanding as there are probably over a thousand differing beliefs on the Bible. You said in another thread that Satan is not real. That is probably not a very common belief. Let’s say if God was a Trinity. How many people do you think would come up with that on their own just by reading the Bible? Same thing with immortality of the souls and once...

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Do you believe the "devil" exists? Yes I do. . How Real Is the Devil to You? http://www.watchtower.org/e/20051115/article_02.htm . Is There a Devil? http://www.watchtower.org/e/20010901/article_01.htm . THE DEVIL More Than Just Superstition http://www.watchtower.org/e/20010901/article_02.htm

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During WWII somewhere between 3-5 million Gypsies, Slavs, homosexuals, mentally and deficient, and other minorities killed in the death camps, why is it only the Jew get lionized? There were several that were targeted by the Nazi's. Probably none done any worse that the Jews though. http://www.watchtower.org/e/20000622/article_02.htm Making Generalizations Another very successful tactic of propaganda is generalization. Generalizations tend to obscure important facts about the real issues in question, and they are frequently used to demean entire groups of people....

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What beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses set them apart as different from other religions? http://www.watchtower.org/e/jt/index.htm Belief ________ Scriptural Reason Bible is God's Word and is truth 2 Tim. 3:16, 17; 2 Pet. 1:20, 21; John 17:17 Bible is more reliable than tradition Matt. 15:3; Col. 2:8 God's name is Jehovah Ps. 83:18; Isa. 26:4; 42:8, AS; Ex. 6:3 Christ is God's Son and is inferior to Him Matt. 3:17; John 8:42; 14:28;...

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Why does the King James Version and a few others add “a” before god in Exodus 7:1? The word "god" in the Bible can mean several things. It seems most commentators acknowledge that when Moses is called "a god" at Exodus 7:1. http://biblecommenter.com/exodus/7-1.htm /././ Strongs - http://strongsnumbers.com/hebrew/430.htm /././ http://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=H430&t=KJV /././ Matthew Henry -...

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What projects has your church taken on to help others? http://risingfromruin.msnbc.com/2005/10/jehovahs_roofin.html http://www.examiner.com/x-17373-Phoenix-Signs-of-the-Times-Examiner~y2010m1d26-Helping-Haiti-Give-generously-but-wisely

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Who was responsible for removing God’s name from newer copies of the Septuagint and about what time did this tradition start? I myself don't know who started removing it or the exact timing, but early fragmants of the Greek Septuagint had the Tetragrammaton in them. http://www.eliyah.com/lxx.html Tetragrammaton Found in Earliest Copies of the Septuagint http://www.nazarene-friends.org/nazcomm/44/002.htm Footnote to Acts 2:34 85 YHWH said to my Master: Peter’s quote from Psalm 110:1. The Hebrew Text – and...

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"God" has a real name that is mentioned in the Bible. Do you know what it is? [God's Name—Its Meaning and Pronunciation] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_02.htm Here is an article that gives some information about the removal of God's name from the New Testament: [God's Name and the "New Testament"] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_06.htm Here is an article that gives information about the removal of God's name: [God's Name and Bible Translators]...

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If the name Jehovah is so important, then why is it never used in the entire Greek New Testament? Here is an article that gives some information about the removal of God's name from the New Testament: [God's Name and the "New Testament"] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_06.htm Here is an article that gives information about the removal of God's name: [God's Name and Bible Translators] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_05.htm [God's Name—Its Meaning and Pronunciation]...

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1 Which is the correct version Yahweh or Jehovah? 2 Are there other versions? 3 Which one do YOU use? 4 What do they mean? 5 Is it ok to use the meaning instead? 6 If it's the Father's proper name (PN) and the Son's PN is Jesus, what's the PN of the HG? I answered on the 6 questions before, but have a little more info in regards to #1. As regards to Jehovah or Yahweh, I find the following information interesting. Look at 2Chron 17:3 where Jehovah and Jehoshaphat are mentioned together. Reading the Hebrew letters from right to left we see that both names start out the same. Then reading the interlinear line in the middle from left to right, we...

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!!! Tetragrammaton's correct VOCAL pronounciation ! What is it ?!? [ please treat seriously ] Here is an article that gives information about the removal of God's name: [God's Name and Bible Translators] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_05.htm [God's Name and the "New Testament"] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_06.htm [God's Name—Its Meaning and Pronunciation] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_02.htm As regards to Jehovah or Yahweh, I find the following...

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Is "Jehovah" an accurate term to refer to God and where does it come from? Yeppers, here is an article that gives information about the removal of God's name: "God's Name and Bible Translators" http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_05.htm [God's Name and the "New Testament"] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_06.htm As regards to Jehovah or Yahweh, I find the following information interesting. Look at 2Chron 17:3 where Jehovah and Jehoshaphat are mentioned...

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Is it right to remove God's name from the bible? Nope, not right. Here is an article that gives information about the removal of God's name: "God's Name and Bible Translators" http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_05.htm [God's Name and the "New Testament"] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_06.htm As regards to Jehovah or Yahweh, I find the following information interesting. Look at 2Chron 17:3 where Jehovah and Jehoshaphat are...

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Is Jehovah Gods real name? What name are we to call on to be saved? Here is an article that gives information about the removal of God's name: "God's Name and Bible Translators" http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_05.htm [God's Name and the "New Testament"] http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_06.htm As regards to Jehovah or Yahweh, I find the following information interesting. Look at 2Chron 17:3 where Jehovah and Jehoshaphat are mentioned together....

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Was God's name ("JEHOVAH" or "YHWH") really removed from the Scriptures? Here is an article that gives information about the removal of God's name: "God's Name and Bible Translators" http://www.watchtower.org/e/na/article_05.htm As regards to Jehovah or Yahweh, I find the following information interesting. Look at 2Chron 17:3 where Jehovah and Jehoshaphat are mentioned together. Reading the Hebrew letters from right to left we see that both names start out the...

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Christians - what is the scriptural penalty for theft? How old is he? Here are a few articles that might help depending on age. http://www.watchtower.org/e/19970222/article_01.htm http://www.watchtower.org/e/19970222/article_03.htm Help for Children With Learning Disabilities http://www.watchtower.org/e/20061101/article_02.htm On Discipline: Dr. James Dobson wrote in The Strong-Willed Child (1978): “Corporal punishment in the hands of a loving...

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Do jehovah witness' still go door to door? I don't see any in my neighborhood anymore? Yeppers, we still go door to door. If you are in Texas, you are likely to see Baptist going door to door pretty soon: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2010/feb/04/baptists-plan-to-get-word-out/ The largest state Baptist group in the nation wants to spread Christ's message to homes across Texas - about 9 million of them - by Easter. Catholic's were going to do it a few times:...

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If Jehovah is “the only true God,” what kind of “God” is Jesus? . http://biblecommenter.com/exodus/7-1.htm - Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary CHAPTER 7: (....I have made thee a god-"made," that is, set, appointed; "a god"; that is, he was to act in this business as God's representative, to act and speak in His name and to perform things beyond the ordinary course of nature. The Orientals familiarly say of a man who is eminently great or wise, "he is...

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Is Jehovah Right, Worship No One But Me? Yes, I worship Jehovah like Jesus told us to. The Father is the one that the scriptures always referred to as the God and Father of our Lord Jesus. (Rom 15:6, 2Cor 1:3; Eph 1:3, 1Pet 1:3) At Romans 1:25 we are warned about worshipping creation. Revelation 3:14 and Colossians 1:15 show clearly that Jesus is the firstborn of all creation. (Romans 1:25) even those who exchanged the truth of God...

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What is the difference between Jesus and God? The Father created Jesus and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him. (Hebrews 1:2) has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through...

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What is the difference between Jesus and God? According to the Bible, Jehovah is the Father and Jesus is the son of God. God does not have a God, but Jesus does. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called “gods,” whether in heaven or on earth, just as there are many...

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Who decides how much the pastor of a church gets paid? Some pastors make hundreds of thousands of $$$ per year plus perks. I don't really know who's decision it is, but you are right, some get 6 figures. http://www.examiner.com/x-17373-Phoenix-Signs-of-the-Times-Examiner~y2010m1d26-Helping-Haiti-Give-generously-but-wisely Actually, I saw on the news yesterday that a pastor in Grapevine Tx gets over a million, and he has a Jet, and a mansion.

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How do you believe the Second Coming of Christ, will appear when it happens? The following is from the first half of an article from a Watchtower 11/1/1995 Saved From a “Wicked Generation” “O faithless and twisted generation, how long must I continue with you and put up with you?”—LUKE 9:41. WE LIVE in calamitous times. Earthquakes, floods, famines, disease, lawlessness, bombings, horrendous warfare—these and more have engulfed mankind during our...

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If God is so great, why did he make the earth flat when it looks round? ;-) I have not seen a scripture that would lead me to believe that the earth is flat, no more than I have seen a scripture that says that people are literally grasshoppers. Until I found AB, I have never heard anyone say that the Bible says that the world is flat. The scripture they used was Isaiah 40:22, talks about the one who sits above the circle of the earth, the inhabitants of which are as...

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Is anybody still here at AnswerBag? My friends? Other members? Trolls? Sock puppets? Anybody? HoboJoe, I'm here to my friend.

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How does one know if televangelists are not really atheists who found a good easy source of revenue? Hey, you might be on to something here.

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How can people who BELIEVE in God. . . . . . . . . . .have physical WARS over the issue? God doesn't condone fighting or killing over Him! So WHY do people of "faith" do it? Early Christians did not go to war. (2 Corinthians 10:3-4) For though we walk in the flesh, we do not wage warfare according to [what we are in the] flesh. 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not fleshly, but powerful by God for overturning strongly entrenched things. (1 John 3:11-12) For this is the message which YOU have heard from [the] beginning, that we should have love for one...

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Why do most people choose faith over logic and reasoning? Some faith is based on reason. For example, one might reason that since the sun has came up every day of their life so far, they have faith that it will rise tomorrow. On might reason that if a friend has always held to their word, that if that friend tells them that he will pick them up and take them to the airport tomorrow, they have faith that that friend will show up in time to take them. ...

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Christians,What is the relationship between faith & works? I just found this article entitled "What Must We Do to Be SAVED?". I cut and pasted the part that talks about Faith and Works. http://www.watchtower.org/e/19960201/article_02.htm Which is Right? The Bible says: "A man is declared righteous by faith apart from works of law." It also says: "A man is to be declared righteous by works, and not by faith alone." Which is right? Are we declared...

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Do Jehovah's Witnesses see Jesus as a god? Reading how Moses, Judges, and angels are referred to as gods might give you a hint as to how there are those that are called gods, but to Christians there is one God the Father. (1Cor 8:5-6) That is why Jesus called the Father the only true God. (John 17:3) Exodus 4:16 Moreover, he shall speak for you to the people; and he will be as a mouth for you and you will be as God to him. Exodus 7:1...

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Christians,What is the relationship between faith & works? Some might think that Eph 2:8,9 speaking about being saved by faith and not by works contradicts James 2:14-26 speaking about a man needing works along with his faith to be justified or saved. 2Tim 3:16 says All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. Since they are both part of "All scripture" they...

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Do you have to die a virgin to be granted entry to heaven? If you are talking about Rev 14:4, it is symbolic. (Rev 1:1-3) (Revelation 14:1-5) And I saw, and, look! the Lamb standing upon the Mount Zion, and with him a hundred and forty-four thousand having his name and the name of his Father written on their foreheads. 2 And I heard a sound out of heaven as the sound of many waters and as the sound of loud thunder; and the sound that I heard was as...

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What would the world be like if Jesus was the ruler? When Jesus start ruling the earth, all will be at peace. No more innocent people going to jail as there will be righteous judgement rather than imperfect men. He has more wisdom than Soloman (1Kings 3:28) and the ability to resurrect the dead. (Isaiah 11:3-4) and there will be enjoyment by him in the fear of Jehovah. And he will not judge by any mere appearance to his eyes, nor reprove simply...

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Who are the twelve apostles of Jesus? Matthew 10:2-4 "The names of the twelve apostles are these: First, Simon, the one called Peter, and Andrew his brother; and James the [son] of Zeb′e‧dee and John his brother; 3 Philip and Bar‧thol′o‧mew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the [son] of Al‧phae′us, and Thad‧dae′us; 4 Simon the Ca‧na‧nae′an, and Judas Is‧car′i‧ot, who later betrayed him." ...

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can you Reconcile John 17:22 with the Concept of a Holy Trinity? (see description) Nope, you can't. Trinity is not taught in the Bible. Jesus showed that they are 2 distinct individuals. John 8:16-18 "And yet if I do judge, my judgment is truthful, because I am not alone, but the Father who sent me is with me. Also, in YOUR own Law it is written, ‘The witness of two men is true. I am one that bears witness about myself, and the Father who sent me bears witness about me." ....

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Darwin, Galileo or Newton, in your opinion who had the best theory? I would have to say Newton or Galileo. Here is a link about Isaac Newton: http://www.newtonproject.sussex.ac.uk/view/texts/normalized/THEM00261 I was just reading an article about Galileo. I will copy and paste it. Galileo’s Clash With the Church BY AWAKE! WRITER IN ITALY IT IS June 22, 1633. An unsteady old man is on his knees before the court of the Roman Inquisition. He is a man of...

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"...upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it," No total apostasy, who is lying to you? I don't know much about Joseph Smith so I cannot say rather he lied or not but I know that Jesus is not a liar. Jesus also did not say that there was not going to be an apostasy. In fact, Jesus and the inspired writers showed the opposite. The apostasy is why the Churches do not believe that the Father is the only true God like Jesus said at John 17:3 and why they teach that the soul does not...

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Do you worship Jehovah or Yeshua? I worship Jehovah like Jesus told us to. The Father is the one that the scriptures always referred to as the God and Father of our Lord Jesus. (Rom 15:6, 2Cor 1:3; Eph 1:3, 1Pet 1:3) At Romans 1:25 we are warned about worshipping creation. Revelation 3:14 and Colossians 1:15 show clearly that Jesus is the firstborn of all creation. Jesus does not accept Glory from men and he always showed that...

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Christians, do you love God in spite of his plans to torture possibly trillions of people, or because of them? God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew 5:22 speaks of those liable to “hell fire” or “Gehenna”. To use “hell fire” gives a false...

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Christians, do you love God in spite of his plans to torture possibly trillions of people, or because of them? Share your answer...

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As a devout catholic, i honestly wonder why so many "christians" have such hate and animosity against us and our beliefs? Hello tenniscp8. I disagree with alot of Catholic doctrine, but I sure don't hate Catholics or people of any other religion. I saw in another thread that you said the Pope was infaliable. Which Pope would you consider right about Hell? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1270414

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When Jesus returns, will he have a physical body, or will he be a spirit? His spiritual body is in heaven. (2Cor 5:16) Consequently from now on we know no man according to the flesh. Even if we have known Christ according to the flesh, certainly we now know him so no more (John 6:51) I am the living bread that came down from heaven; if anyone eats of this bread he will live forever; and, for a fact, the bread that I shall give is my flesh in behalf of the life of...

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Which religion is or has a reputation for being the most corrupt and why do you say so? Which ever ones claim to be Christian but slaughter their spiritual brothers and others over politics and national boundaries. (1 John 3:11-12) For this is the message which YOU have heard from [the] beginning, that we should have love for one another; 12 not like Cain, who originated with the wicked one and slaughtered his brother. And for the sake of what did he slaughter him? Because his...

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IF the Kingdom of God is within YOU, are you looking for it? You gotta remember that Jesus said that to his opposers. If God's Kingdom is within them, we are all in trouble. I don't believe that is a correct translation. Luke 17:21 English Standard Version (©2001) nor will they say, ‘Look, here it is!’ or ‘There!’ for behold, the kingdom of God is in the midst of you.” New American Standard Bible (©1995) nor will they say, 'Look,...

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The K.James. Bible Mk 16:17,18. Says: "With their hands they will pick up serpents." How is one to understand this Scripture? One should know that this verse is spurious, a late addition just like the johanneum comma. Most modern translations will tell you this either in the text itself or in a footnote. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark16:9-20;&version=NIV;NKJV;NCV;ESV;NASB; Mark 16:17-18 (KJV) 17And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall...

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Do you think that when Jesus and God argued that sometimes Jesus said the "GD" word just to piss his dad off? Naw, Jesus always did what God wanted him to. No argument. (John 8:28-29) Therefore Jesus said: “When once YOU have lifted up the Son of man, then YOU will know that I am [he], and that I do nothing of my own initiative; but just as the Father taught me I speak these things. 29 And he that sent me is with me; he did not abandon me to myself, because I always do the things pleasing to him.”...

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What can I do to receive eternal life? http://www.watchtower.org/e/19960201/article_02.htm (1 John 5:9-12) If we receive the witness men give, the witness God gives is greater, because this is the witness God gives, the fact that he has borne witness concerning his Son. 10 The [person] putting his faith in the Son of God has the witness given in his own case. The [person] not having faith in God has made him a liar, because he...

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I was under the impression that Mormons believe that Christ is a creation of the Father. Is this true? I don't know for sure if Mormons believe that or not, but the Bible teaches that Jehovah (the Father, God) created Jesus and then through Jesus, he created everything else. (Col 1:15, Rev 3:14, John 6:57, Prov 8:22) (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and...

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Do Jehovah's Witnesses do charitable work? I see that alot of opposers have used this question to bash JW's. Just because JW's do not toot their own horn and solicit from non-believers does not mean that they do not help. http://www.examiner.com/x-17373-Phoenix-Signs-of-the-Times-Examiner~y2010m1d26-Helping-Haiti-Give-generously-but-wisely http://risingfromruin.msnbc.com/2005/10/jehovahs_roofin.html (Galatians 6:10) Really,...

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There is a scripture somewhere in the bible that Jehovah's Witnesses interpret to mean they shouldn't celebrate any holidays. Something like "live every day for god." Does anyone know what this scripture is? Were you thinking of Romans 14:5-9? (Romans 14:5-9) One [man] judges one day as above another; another [man] judges one day as all others; let each [man] be fully convinced in his own mind. 6 He who observes the day observes it to Jehovah. Also, he who eats, eats to Jehovah, for he gives thanks to God; and he who does not eat does not eat to Jehovah, and yet gives thanks to God. 7 None of...

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God announced that from the brethren of the Israelites He would raise up a prophet like unto Moses and warns everyone who will not listen to God’s words as spoken by this prophet. Who was the prophet and what was the warning? The first century Christians thought that Jesus was the one referred to as the prophet. The warning was given at Deut 18:19 and expounded on at Acts 3:22-23. Deut 18:14-19 “For these nations whom you are dispossessing used to listen to those practicing magic and to those who divine; but as for you, Jehovah your God has not given you anything like this. 15 A prophet from your own midst,...

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I am not looking to join just trying to understand Jehovah witnesses, did God allow them to change Jesus name thru their Bible? God has a name too. No one removed Jesus name, but the Jews developed a custom of not saying God's name and many Christians Translators have removed it from their Bibles. Jesus made his Fathers name known but many try to cover it over. (Ezekiel 36:23) ‘And I shall certainly sanctify my great name, which was being profaned among the nations, which YOU profaned in the midst of them; and the...

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I am not looking to join just trying to understand Jehovah witnesses, did God allow them to change Jesus name thru their Bible? There is no confusion except for when some Christian translators remove God's name. Psalms 110:1 (KJV) The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool. Psalms 110:1 (YLT) The affirmation of Jehovah to my Lord: `Sit at My right hand, Till I make thine enemies thy footstool ...

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"Then God said, 'Let [us] make man in our own image, according to our likeness...'" (Genesis 1:26) Who's God talking to? Who's "US"? God is talking to Jesus. The Father created Jesus and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him. (Hebrews 1:2) has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed...

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If Jehovah witness are suppose to be Gods true church why did they get organized so late If you read Matthew 13, you will see that there was going to be an apostasy until the time of the end. Each individual will have to decide for themselves who is telling the truth and who is doing the foretold work. (Matthew 24:14) And this good news of the kingdom will be preached in all the inhabited earth for a witness to all the nations; and then the end will come. ...

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Do you believe you have a soul? And why do you think so? (Or don't think so) Reiligous theology? Or your own opinion? The original-language terms (Heb., ne′phesh [נפׁש]; Gr., psy‧khe′ [ψυχή]) as used in the Scriptures show “soul” to be a person, an animal, or the life that a person or an animal enjoys. (Genesis 2:7) And Jehovah God proceeded to form the man out of dust from the ground and to blow into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man came to be a living soul. King James...

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Do JWs believe it possible to earn salvation through works? (James 2:18-20) Nevertheless, a certain one will say: “You have faith, and I have works. Show me your faith apart from the works, and I shall show you my faith by my works.” 19 You believe there is one God, do you? You are doing quite well. And yet the demons believe and shudder. 20 But do you care to know, O empty man, that faith apart from works is inactive? (James 2:26) Indeed, as the...

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The first century, some thought Jesus was John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah or one of the prophets. Who do Christians say Jesus is?

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Do Jehovah Witnesses believe an unborn child has soul or not? The original-language terms (Heb., ne′phesh [נפׁש]; Gr., psy‧khe′ [ψυχή]) as used in the Scriptures show “soul” to be a person, an animal, or the life that a person or an animal enjoys. (Genesis 2:7) And Jehovah God proceeded to form the man out of dust from the ground and to blow into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man came to be a living soul. King James...

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What is represented by sea at Revelation 21:1? Or is it literal? (Revelation 1:1) A revelation by Jesus Christ, which God gave him, to show his slaves the things that must shortly take place. And he sent forth his angel and presented [it] in signs through him to his slave John, (Revelation 21:1) And I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the former heaven and the former earth had passed away, and the sea is no more. (Isaiah 57:20) “But the wicked are...

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Why do Jehovah's Witnesses believe the Bible was written for 144,000 Jewish Male Virgins who will rule on earth? (Acts 28:22) But we think it proper to hear from you what your thoughts are, for truly as regards this sect it is known to us that everywhere it is spoken against.” I did not know that we believe that. Can you please show me where we believe that? http://www.watchtower.org/e/jt/article_03.htm

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Who is someone you will never respect? I have a hard time respecting people that slander others, hurt others, or those that take advantage of others (especially the weak, young, and elderly). Of course if one really changed, I might be able to respect them again, but that would be hard as you reap what you sow. Total respect and forgiveness might not be possible to give to some until Jesus as King, takes over the affairs of the...

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"Hallowed Be Your Name"- What Name? What is God's Name? (Psalm 74:10) How long, O God, will the adversary keep reproaching? Will the enemy keep treating your name with disrespect forever? (Psalm 83:18) That people may know that you, whose name is Jehovah, You alone are the Most High over all the earth. (Isaiah 42:8) “I am Jehovah. That is my name; and to no one else shall I give my own glory, neither my praise to graven images. (Isaiah 54:5)...

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Is it important to use God’s name? (Psalm 74:10) How long, O God, will the adversary keep reproaching? Will the enemy keep treating your name with disrespect forever? (Psalm 83:18) That people may know that you, whose name is Jehovah, You alone are the Most High over all the earth. (Isaiah 42:8) “I am Jehovah. That is my name; and to no one else shall I give my own glory, neither my praise to graven images. (Isaiah 54:5)...

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Why was God's name Jehovah taken out of the bible? (Psalm 74:10) How long, O God, will the adversary keep reproaching? Will the enemy keep treating your name with disrespect forever? (Psalm 83:18) That people may know that you, whose name is Jehovah, You alone are the Most High over all the earth. (Isaiah 42:8) “I am Jehovah. That is my name; and to no one else shall I give my own glory, neither my praise to graven images. (Isaiah 54:5)...

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Is it right to remove God's name from the bible? No, it is not right to remove what God saw fit to have written. (Psalm 74:10) How long, O God, will the adversary keep reproaching? Will the enemy keep treating your name with disrespect forever? (Psalm 83:18) That people may know that you, whose name is Jehovah, You alone are the Most High over all the earth. (Isaiah 42:8) “I am Jehovah. That is my name; and to no one else shall I...

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How do you believe the Second Coming of Christ, will appear when it happens? IDENTIFYING MARKS OF THE LAST DAYS ■Unprecedented warfare.—Matthew 24:7; Revelation 6:4 ■Famine.—Matthew 24:7; Revelation 6:5, 6, 8 ■Pestilences.—Luke 21:11; Revelation 6:8 ■Increasing lawlessness.—Matthew 24:12 ■Earthquakes.—Matthew 24:7 ■Critical times hard to deal with.—2 Timothy 3:1 ■Inordinate love of money.—2 Timothy 3:2 ■Disobedience to parents.—2...

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What do Jehovah's Witness's think when they read John 1:1? I have told you some of this before in our many conversations. You are to busy spreading slander and 1/2 truths to actually listen to what is being said. We think of how that fits in with the rest of the Bible as well as how someone can be with someone and at the same time be that same someone. If you read past John 1:1 and actually make it to verse 18, you will notice that verse 14 shows...

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Who was hitler One of the worst, if not the worst person to walk the planet in the 21st century. He wanted to murder everyone that did not fall into his idealism including Jews, Poles, Gypsy's, handy capped, gays, JW's and others. http://www.watchtower.org/e/20030115/article_01.htm http://www.watchtower.org/e/19980601/article_01.htm

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Why do Jehovah Witness's think that Christ was crucified on a torture stake? Christ speaks to Peter of his future death in Joh 21:18-19, and you will "spread out you arms"(crucified). Why is Jesus on a stake and Peter on a cross? What translation says "spread out"? http://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=G4169&t=NASB 1) of what sort or nature John 21:18-19 Truly, truly, I say to you, when you were younger, you used to gird yourself and walk wherever you wished; but when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands and someone else will gird you, and bring you where you do not wish to...

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Is it ok to believe your own Church is the one and only true Church? There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism. Obviously if we thought that we did not have the one faith but thought someone else had it, we would preach that. I think that there cannot be two totally opposite truths and that Christians are suppossed to speak in agreement. Others may understand the scriptures differently than I do though. As it is, you can pretty much pick a Church that preaches...

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Is it true that The Beatles were no-talent hacks who sold their souls to become famous? No. Your not Pat Robertson and the Beatles ain't from Haiti.

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Do you have respect for people who obviously have no respect for you (or your beliefs)? I try to. It is hard sometimes, especially when they spread lies and 1/2 truths about your beliefs. For example, there is a person on AB that has told me that I am "predestined for Hell". I still respect him as that is what he really believes, and he bases that off of my beliefs contradicting his but he does not add to it and spread lies, as far as I know anyway. I definitely understand that...

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Since the Bible doesn't condemn polygamy why don't modern mainstream Jews & Christians practice it? I think Christians are suppossed to have one wife/husband. (1 Corinthians 9:5) We have authority to lead about a sister as a wife, even as the rest of the apostles and the Lord’s brothers and Ce′phas, do we not? (1 Timothy 3:2) The overseer should therefore be irreprehensible, a husband of one wife, moderate in habits, sound in mind, orderly, hospitable, qualified to teach, (1 Timothy...

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Are you a member of the Jehovah's witness relocation program? Never heard of it. Thats funny, thanks for asking.

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Must you believe in the Trinity to be a Christian? God is one, not three. The Hebrew Scriptures are consistently clear in showing that there is but one Almighty God, the Creator of all things and the Most High, whose name is Jehovah. (Ge 17:1; Isa 45:18; Ps 83:18) For that reason Moses could say to the nation of Israel: “Jehovah our God is one Jehovah. And you must love Jehovah your God with all your heart and all your soul and all your...

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If Jesus properly died for everyone then why is he still alive now? (Hebrews 10:5-10) Hence when he comes into the world he says: “‘Sacrifice and offering you did not want, but you prepared a body for me. 6 You did not approve of whole burnt offerings and sin [offering].’ 7 Then I said, ‘Look! I am come (in the roll of the book it is written about me) to do your will, O God.’” 8 After first saying: “You did not want nor did you approve of...

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Pope John Paul says hell is not a real place but Pope Benedict XVI says hell is a real place. Since both are supposed to get their info straight from God - is God himself waffling on the issue? See my answer for references. I guess that Pope John Paul and Billy Graham have a concordance and know what the original language words are, while Pope Benedict XVI holds to tradition. According to the Bible, burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself...

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What do you think about these videos about bloodless surgery? http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/281102 I don't have volume on this computer, but here are some more links about blood transfusions. http://www.baptisthealthsystem.com/facilities_nbh_news_detail/01/30/2008/what_is_bloodless_surgery_.aspx http://www.noblood.org/ Website about blood alternatives http://www.bloodbook.com/trans-tran.html Transfusion transmitted diseases - Bloodbook.com http://www.bloodbook.com/hep-c.html - Previous...

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If Christ was resurrected and had a body when he was resurrected, where is the body now? His spiritual body is in heaven. (2Cor 5:16) Consequently from now on we know no man according to the flesh. Even if we have known Christ according to the flesh, certainly we now know him so no more (John 6:51) I am the living bread that came down from heaven; if anyone eats of this bread he will live forever; and, for a fact, the bread that I shall give is my flesh in behalf of the life of...

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How do you distinguish a person who knows God versus a person who practices religion and/or only knows ABOUT God? (John 13:35) By this all will know that YOU are my disciples, if YOU have love among yourselves.” You can see the difference when people lives are on the line. Some would rather die that kill other innocent people while some would rather kill their brothers over national boundaries. http://www.ushmm.org/wlc/article.php?lang=en&ModuleId=10005394 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3146930 (1...

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Christian evangelist Pat Robertson said that the reason Haiti was hit with an earthquake is because they made a pact with the Devil. Agree? I would not think so. Probably just time and unforeseen occurrence. He would never do such a thing without giving a warning like he did with the Israelites.(Jer 44:4-6; 2Kings 17:12-15; Amos 3:7) Jesus corrected that kind of thinking when some thought that God was punishing some of the Galileans with a disastrous accident. (Luke 13:1-5) I remember hearing similar things about California...

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Who is the Jesus of the Jehovah Witnesses? Jehovah's Witnesses believe what the Bible says about Jesus rather than what developed over the next 300 or so years. In the first century, the disciples thought that Jesus was the son of God. They also thought that the God and Father of Jesus was the only true God. (John 20:31) But these have been written down that YOU may believe that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, and that, because...

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What does this mean: Jesus is the beginging of God's creation (Rev.3:14)? This is one of those scriptures that those that usually say "Sola Scriptura" make an exception for. It don't quite fit into mainstream dogma. The scriptures actually show that the Father created Jesus and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus...

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What is the correct definition of Trinity, and who made it? Good question. Along with Williams answer, I found the following article: Historical Development of the Trinity Doctrine The New Encyclopædia Britannica, 1985, Micropædia, Volume 11, page 928, says under the subject of Trinity: “Neither the word Trinity nor the explicit doctrine appears in the New Testament, nor did Jesus and his followers intend to contradict the Shema in the Old...

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Do you think Mikhail Gorbachev will come back to life as The Antichrist in 2012? Naa, thanks for asking though.

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Did the people of Haiti really make a pact with the Devil and that is the reason for the earthquake? I would not think so. Probably just time and unforeseen occurrence. He would never do such a thing without giving a warning like he did with the Israelites.(Jer 44:4-6;2Kings 17:12-15) (Ecclesiastes 9:11) I returned to see under the sun that the swift do not have the race, nor the mighty ones the battle, nor do the wise also have the food, nor do the understanding ones also have the riches,...

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Why do some christians teach that the bible preaches of the trinity while others do not? what are the verses that support each viewpoint? There are several verses that show that God first created Jesus and through Jesus, God created everything else. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8365669 Here are several scriptures that do not allow for the Trinity and down below are some scriptures that some use to prove the Trinity. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the...

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Are Jehova and Jesus the same person? According to the Bible, Jehovah is the Father and Jesus is the son of God. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called “gods,” whether in heaven or on earth, just as there are many “gods” and many “lords,” 6 there...

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Who are the three persons in Trinity of Hinduism? “the great Triad include Brahma, the Creator, Vishnu, the Preserver and Shiva, the Destroyer. These represent the cycle of existence, just as the Babylonian triad of Anu, Enlil and Ea represent the materials of existence, air, water, earth.” The above is an excerpt from the following article. Historical Development of the Trinity Doctrine The New Encyclopædia Britannica, 1985,...

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Why did Tim LaHaye and Jerry Jenkins (the authors of the "Left Behind" series) say on the news on that show that only 142 million people disappeared? I thought there were over 1 billion Catholics alone, and more Christians than that. Maybe they thought only 142,000,000 were wicked? (Proverbs 2:21-22) For the upright are the ones that will reside in the earth, and the blameless are the ones that will be left over in it. 22 As regards the wicked, they will be cut off from the very earth; and as for the treacherous, they will be torn away from it.

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How exactly do non-trinitarians view trinitarian doctrine? What do you think trinitarians mean by "Trinity"? Historical Development of the Trinity Doctrine The New Encyclopædia Britannica, 1985, Micropædia, Volume 11, page 928, says under the subject of Trinity: “Neither the word Trinity nor the explicit doctrine appears in the New Testament, nor did Jesus and his followers intend to contradict the Shema in the Old Testament: ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord.’ (Deut. 6:4)” This...

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How exactly do non-trinitarians view trinitarian doctrine? What do you think trinitarians mean by "Trinity"? Greek philosophy. As Wolfson states: “The [church] Fathers began to look in the stockpile of philosophic terminology for two good technical terms, of which one would be used as a designation of the reality of the distinctness of each member of the Trinity as an individual and the other would be used as a designation of their underlying common unity.” Yet, they had to admit that “the...

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JWs: If the soul is the body, why does Jesus make a distinction between the body and the soul in Mt 10:28? Soul (From reasoning book) Definition: In the Bible, “soul” is translated from the Hebrew ne′phesh and the Greek psy‧khe′. Bible usage shows the soul to be a person or an animal or the life that a person or an animal enjoys. To many persons, however, “soul” means the immaterial or spirit part of a human being that survives the death of the physical body. Others understand it to...

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How can you be sure with absolute certainty that Jesus was not the Messiah??? You can't be absolutely sure that Jesus was not the Messiah. I am absolutely sure that he is. Of course I could not convince everyone else of that. On thing is that the timing of the Messiah was foretold several hundred years in advance and when Jesus came in the role of the Messiah, many were in espectation. (Daniel 9:25-27) And you should know and have the insight [that] from the going...

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Do you think people who end up in hell, will burn in hell forever or will God save them once they have burned off their sins? God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew 5:22 speaks of those liable to “hell fire” or “Gehenna”. To use “hell fire” gives a...

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I recently caught the last few minutes of a TV show that mentioned something called the 'prosperity gospel' . What is this exactly? Perhaps the 'prosperity gospel' is the one that did not notice the pattern that Paul set for us to follow mentioned in 2Thessalonians 3:8-10. Some translations of the Scriptures are obviously worded with a view to helping preachers to get a good salary. It is true that the Bible states: “The workman is worthy of his wages.” (1 Timothy 5:18) But at 1 Timothy 5:17, where it says that...

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Have anyone read ''The Book of Enoch'' Your thoughts please? I have not read much of it. I’ve read the Bible and enough of the “Book of Enoch” to know that it does not belong in the Bible. Enoch shows that the were nephilim 300 cubits tall with evil spirits proceeding from their flesh. Enoch living 500 years. Angels making the Ark. If the nephilim were 300 cubits tall, covering the tallest of the mountains to 15 cubits (Gen7:20) would not have...

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Should Jehova's Witnesses be given access to special (veryyyyyy expensive) blood factors (ie Novoseven), when an infusion would do? Couldn't we save a lot of dying children by saying no? I myself have not researched Novoseven. But if people such as yourself decide to withhold medical treatment based on religious beliefs, that would not change anything. If JW's will choose to die rather than participate in the slaughter of other innocents, they will likely choose to accept what medical attention is not withheld and is made available to them within God's laws. If JW's thought...

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Do you think there will ever be peace on earth? “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth”—HOW? http://www.watchtower.org/e/20041001/article_02.htm Peace on Earth A Mere Dream? http://www.watchtower.org/e/20061215/article_01.htm (Psalm 37:11) But the meek ones themselves will possess the earth, And they will indeed find their exquisite delight in the abundance of peace. (Psalm 37:29) The righteous themselves will possess the earth,...

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Please Help!!! In CLEAR explanation, please explain how: 7/16 + 5/16= 43/48 (/=divided by) I just don't understand, please help!!! Actually, 7/16 + 5/16 =12/16 12/16=3/4 Don't know why your using 48, but: 7/16 + 5/16= (7/16=21/48) + (5/16=15/48)= 21/48 + 15/48=36/48 36/48=3/4 You do know that to keep the fraction the same that you have to multiply or divide the top and bottom numbers by the same amount, right? [Example, I multiplied the 7 by 3 and the 16 by 3. 7x3/16x3 + 5x3/16x3= 43/48]

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-1/3+5/9-7/12=-13/36. How did you get -13/36 and not -11/36??? Please explain!! -1/3+5/9-7/12= -12/36 + 20/36 -21/36= (-12/36 -21/36) + 20/36+= -33/36+20/36= -13/36 If you separate all of your negatives from your positives it makes it a little easier.

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Does God have limitations? Not the God of the Bible, other than not being able to die or what other things violate his rules or laws. According to this article there were some God's of some religions that specialize in certain things but are limited in others: Historical Development of the Trinity Doctrine The New Encyclopædia Britannica, 1985, Micropædia, Volume 11, page 928, says under the subject of...

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What is the difference between the trinity in Hinduism and in Christianity? I don't know if it was definitely Hinduism, but there were three in one God's in India, at least according to this article and the referenced articles within: Historical Development of the Trinity Doctrine The New Encyclopædia Britannica, 1985, Micropædia, Volume 11, page 928, says under the subject of Trinity: “Neither the word Trinity nor the explicit doctrine appears in the New...

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Do you believe a child should be publicly executed for telling their parents they'll clean their room later? Not. Silly willy.

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Why is the bible the most bought book and yet one of the least read once owned? Perhaps because alot of preachers teach that all you have to do is pay your tithes and believe. The teaching of once saved always saved may have something to do with also. If you truly believe, then you will believe what the Bible says and do it.

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Is Jesus really "Jehovah" of the Old Testament? According to the Bible, Jehovah is the Father and Jesus is the son of God. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called “gods,” whether in heaven or on earth, just as there are many “gods” and many “lords,” 6 there...

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If you had a choice, would you rather be Jahovas Witness or exclusive Brethren? Being as JW's follow the Bible and I know nothing about exclusive Brethren, I would have to say Jehovah's Witnesses. Thanks for asking.

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Every been asked to join a cult? Did you? Nope, never been invited to join a Church either until after I started studying the Bible with JW's. It's funny that after I quit drinking, gambling, and fighting, that then the Church people want to save you.

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Whats the best thing God has ever created .....? Other than Jesus, my wife and Kids. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8590125

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Did Jesus create the Father, or did the Father create Jesus? The bible says that Jesus was the firstborn of all creations, what exactly does this mean? The Father created Jesus and then through Jesus, God created everything else. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him. (Hebrews 1:2) has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and...

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There are some really crazy Christians on AB huh? So I've been told. Lol. I've been told alot of things worse than I'm crazy though. Someone told me that I am predestined for Hell and he is predestined for Heaven. I still can't figure out why he was preaching to me because if I am predestined it is out of my hands and I can't change what I believe.

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What are the names of the translators of the New World Translation? And why DID they not want their names to be exposed? They are not after pay or prominence. That may not be understandable to some as most that translate want recognition and a paycheck. (1Cor 2:14-15) Matt 6:1-4 Take good care not to practice YOUR righteousness in front of men in order to be observed by them; otherwise YOU will have no reward with YOUR Father who is in the heavens. 2 Hence when you go making gifts of mercy, do not blow a...

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Who decides how much the pastor of a church gets paid? Some pastors make hundreds of thousands of $$$ per year plus perks. Good question. It seems that those in the Bible did not get paid other than modest living expences like food and such when preaching in others areas. You want hear many TV evangelist that do all of those miracles in front of the camera quote Mt 10:8. Matthew 10:5-10 "These twelve Jesus sent forth, giving them these orders: “Do not go off into the road of the nations, and do not enter into...

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Most people agree that Jesus was ____________? Jesus is the Christ, the son of God, our savior and mediator between us and God. He is also the firstborn of all creation. In the first century, the disciples thought that Jesus was the son of God. They thought that the God and Father of Jesus was the only true God. They worshipped the God that Jesus worshipped. (John 20:31) But these have been written down that YOU may believe that Jesus...

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Jehovah's Witnesses: God's emissaries, a brainwashed cult, or something else? Explain your opinion. Someone who does not believe in the Bible would understandably say a cult, but those who truly believe the Bible would do well to follow the advice of Gamaliel. (Acts 5:33-42) When they heard this, they felt deeply cut and were wanting to do away with them. 34 But a certain man rose in the San′he‧drin, a Pharisee named Ga‧ma′li‧el, a Law teacher esteemed by all the people, and...

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Why are there so many versions of the Bible? Several factors are involved in that. Take changes in language for example, to “let” used to mean to “hinder.” Today the meaning usually attached to the expression is just the opposite, to “permit.” (2 Thess. 2:7) Likewise, to “prevent” used to mean to “go before” or to “precede.” Today it means to “keep from happening.” (1 Thess. 4:15) “Conversation” used to...

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Where in the Bible does it predict the future? Citations. (Daniel 9:25-27) And you should know and have the insight [that] from the going forth of [the] word to restore and to rebuild Jerusalem until Mes‧si′ah [the] Leader, there will be seven weeks, also sixty-two weeks. She will return and be actually rebuilt, with a public square and moat, but in the straits of the times. 26 “And after the sixty-two weeks Mes‧si′ah will be cut off, with...

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Young people today deny the Holocaust ever happened based on the words of extreamists. Those who lived through WW2 know better. Thoughts? I have heard that some deny it. It's sad. "Arisztid in a COAT of Rromani awareness" lost family members to the Holocaust. I am sure that he has some thoughts. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/764457?sort=greatness

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Wasn't Jesus just a prophet, just like modern-day prophets who did their share of helping people and to inspire? He wasn't the SON, rite? In the first century, the disciples thought that Jesus was the son of God. They also thought that the God and Father of Jesus was the only true God. (John 20:31) But these have been written down that YOU may believe that Jesus is the Christ the Son of God, and that, because of believing, YOU may have life by means of his name. (Matthew 16:15-17) He said to them: “YOU, though, who do YOU...

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"I'm done at AnswerBag. Two of my last three posts were cut off, and my last post was deleted altogether." Why did this happen to my friend? I hope you don't leave. Although we often disagree on things, we often agree also and you have pretty much sustained me through this dark time of AB through your tactful answers. I am at least getting some comment now. I know one problem that I am having that might be similar to yours is that I go to comment and when I click in the comment box, advertisements come up and somehow I end up in an...

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What is the most misused bible verse by christians and what is its real meaning? There are many, but John 10:30 is one example. (John 10:30) I and the Father are one.” Many use that to try to prove the Trinity. In the next 6 verses Jesus is defending himself against the Jews charge of him making himself God. In verse 36 he clarifies that he said he is God's son. They are one in purpose though, and Jesus clarified the meaning for us at John 17:11 and John 17:21....

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What are the different bibles for the different religions? Jehovah's Witnesses use primarily the NWT, but also quote from many other translations. Most Catholics that I have talked to that have a Bible either have The New American Bible or the KJV (although it is not technically a Catholic translation). Some might have The New Jerusalem Bible there is also the Douay Rheims Version but I have yet to run into anyone besides myself thas has a hard copy....

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Was Jesus involved in the creation with His Heavenly Father? Where in the Bible can I find this? (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him. (Hebrews 1:2) has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the systems of things. (John 1:3) All things came into...

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Was Jesus involved in the creation with His Heavenly Father? Where in the Bible can I find this? Share your answer...

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As of 2009/01/03 I'm not getting alerted when others respond to my comments of other people's answers. Am I alone? Nope, your not along. I am still not getting alerted either. It seems that the ones that think that they are, may not really understand the stipulation of "comments of other people's answers".

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Does the Mormon church teach that Elohim and Jehovah are separate gods? According to the Bible, Jehovah is Elohim. Elohim is Hebrew for God. There are many elohims, but Jehovah is the only true God. Dagon is an elohim as well as Baal, Tammuz, Ashtoreth, and many others. (Psalm 100:3) Know that Jehovah is God. It is he that has made us, and not we ourselves. [We are] his people and the sheep of his pasturage. (Deuteronomy 6:4) “Listen, O Israel: Jehovah our...

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"PS: If you respond to my comment and I do not respond back, I am not ignoring you, I just have no way of knowing if you responded." I spend alot of time trying to remember whose answers I commented under so I can check their profile to see if they have responded by looking at their feedback. Takes at least 4 times as long if I ever find a thread again.

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"We all need help to understand the Bible, and we cannot find the Scriptural guidance we need outside the 'faithful and discreet slave' organization." (Watchtower, 15 Feb 1981, p19) What is the "faithful and discreet slave' organization"? What or who are these scriptures talking about? Matt 24:45-47, Luke 12:42-44, Matt 25:21, Heb 13:7, 2Cor 5:20, 1Cor 4:12 What are these scriptures talking about? Matt 4:4, 1Cor 10:3, John 4:34, Deut 8:3? Who ever those scriptures are talking about should help us to understand some things like this prophesy: (Daniel 9:25-27) And you should know and have the insight [that] from the going...

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Why do Jehovah's Witnesses preach from house to house? Did Jesus preach from door to door like the JW'S? I just wanted to post the scriptures that were cited in wvafan’s answer. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4544274 (Matthew 4:23) Then he went around throughout the whole of Gal′i•lee, teaching in their synagogues and preaching the good news of the kingdom and curing every sort of disease and every sort of infirmity among the people. (Luke 4:43-44) But he said to them: “Also to...

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CHRISTIANS & JEWS: The appearances of God to man that are in the Bible prove that He is a physical, not merely spiritual, being 1Cor 15:50 "However, this I say, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit God’s kingdom, neither does corruption inherit incorruption" God has a body, not a physical one like ours, but a spiritual body. “If there is a physical body,” says the Bible, “there is also a spiritual one.” (1 Corinthians 15:44) Explaining the nature of God, the Bible clearly states: “God is a...

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Limited humans are doing all they can while an omnipotent God does nothing. Who's the real villain? Thats a fair question. Similar questions have been asked before. Psalms 10:1 Why, O Jehovah, do you keep standing afar off? [Why] do you keep yourself hid in times of distress? Hab 1:2-3 How long, O Jehovah, must I cry for help, and you do not hear? [How long] shall I call to you for aid from violence, and you do not save? 3 Why is it that you make me see what is hurtful, and you keep...

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Where in the Bible is hell described? There is not a word in the Bible that should be translated as Hell as taught by the paid clergy. God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Matthew...

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Do you know which scripture is considered to be the Golden Rule in the OLD Testiment ? I never heard anyone refer to anything other than Jesus words (Mt 7:12; Lu 6:31) as the golden rule before, but then again, golden rule is not actually in the Bible so how about: Lev 19:18 “‘You must not take vengeance nor have a grudge against the sons of your people; and you must love your fellow as yourself. I am Jehovah.

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Would you rather trust your salvation to Jim Carey or Steve Carell? At first I was going to scold you for not giving option C) Jesus, but then I realized it was not a pole. Lol

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why do people make religion so competitive? I am not sure what you mean by competitive, but if you are talking like a business, that would likely be because needing money as most teach that they are suppossed to get paid. It was not that way in the first century. 2Cor 2:17 "..for we are not peddlers of the word of God as many men are, but as out of sincerity, yes, as sent from God, under God’s view, in company with Christ, we are...

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What personal experiences have you had with extreme weather? It snowed twice in less than 10 days. At one point we must of had at least 2 inches on the ground. PS, whats with the California howdy when you have not even seen my answer yet, have you never heard of a blizzard?

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How did Noah, Enoch and others early in Biblical times live to be over 900 years old? Why can't we? The following is from an Awake magazine dated July 30 2007: Did They Really Live That Long? According to the Bible, Adam lived for 930 years, Seth for 912, and Methuselah for 969—just 31 years short of a thousand! (Genesis 5:5, 8, 27) Were those years similar in length to ours today, or were they shorter periods, perhaps equivalent to our months, as some have suggested? The internal...

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What religions still contain a belief in predestination as part of their theology? From some of the answers on a similar question, I would say that some Baptist do. They probably don't all agree on it though as I think they either vote on what they belive, vote on a preacher that teaches what they believe, pick a Church that teaches most closely to what they belive, or think God reveals one truth to one but reveals the opposite as truth to another. Not exactly sure about how...

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Does the trinity have a giant robot form they can combine into? I have never heard the Trinity described using a robot as an example before although I have heard people use an egg, a pencil, water, family members, and a few other things. Sense the Trinity is not really found in the Bible, I guess some have to imagine objects to describe it.(Acts 17:29) It actually come about through philosophy rather than scripture.(Col 2:8) The scriptures actually show...

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Why don't more people take a literalist interpretation of Revelations? Like, what he saw is what people will see, scorpion centaurs and all. Revelation 1:1 shows that it was pesented in signs so most will not be literal. Verse 3 shows that when it would finally be understood that the time would be close. The scriptures show that interpretations belong to God. The keys to understanding Revelation are in the rest of the Bible. Take the wild beast in Revelation for example. Someone else stated that it it to be taken literal. When you...

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Why is it so hard to practice what you preach? This is a problem I've had for as long as I can remember. I appreciate your honesty and humility. Paul struggled too, pray and don't give up. Romans 7:21-25 I find, then, this law in my case: that when I wish to do what is right, what is bad is present with me. 22 I really delight in the law of God according to the man I am within, 23 but I behold in my members another law warring against the law of my mind and leading me captive to sin’s law...

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When Jesus returns and orders that all Christians unite under the original Church (Catholic) would you hesitate? As some have already said, the Catholic Church, nor anyone else has held to the original teachings of the 1st century Christians. The Bible writers showed that there was to be an apostasy after their going away until the time of the end. They have not held to the scriptures but resorted to philosophy, tradition, and artfully contrived false stories over the word of God. Acts 20:28-30: "Pay...

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How does the Catholic Church balance teaching what the Bible says about same sex relations with out judging others? Thank you for your answer. Are you Catholic?

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How did the magi know to travel to where Jesus was born? Did God send an angel to sing "wake up magi I think I got somethin to say to you"? Thats funny. I used to like to listen to Rod Stewart when I was a teenager. On a more serious note, I had a similar conversation before on AB. I cut and pasted parts of a conversation with someone else on AB. I did not want to paste a link there as I do not want to cause anyone any embarrassment. Anyway, here it is: One may notice that in verse 1, the star led them from the East first to...

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Do you think that airline security measures are overreactions to isolated incidents? I think that there would probably be more disasters if some security measures were not taken.

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So... what happened to the folks before Jesus Christ and Christianity came, do they all go to hell or get a free pass to Heaven(if you believe in it or not, what do you still think)and lets not go there with the hole..well do you believe in heaven or hell Along with Scodey's answer, no one who died prior to Jesus being glorified back in heaven was going to heaven. They had the resurrection hope, not an immortal soul. (Matthew 11:11) Truly I say to YOU people, Among those born of women there has not been raised up a greater than John the Baptist; but a person that is a lesser one in the kingdom of the heavens is greater than he is. (John 3:13)...

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Why do you believe in God? In legal terms, the preponderance of the evidence supports the fact that there is a God. When I see children playing or when I look at my loving wife I see no other explanation. There are also fulfilled prophesies that only God could have foretold: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6600109

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Non-LDS CHRISTIANS: Speaking ONLY for yourself, which source of spiritual truth carries the most weight and authority? The Bible is the source of spiritual truth. Although we do need help understanding some things like the other scriptures relavent to the prophesy at Daniel 9:24-27. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) Indeed, that is why we also thank God incessantly, because when YOU received God’s word, which YOU heard from us, YOU accepted it, not as the word of men, but, just as it truthfully is, as the word of...

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What does it mean to be "firstborn over all creation?" It should read "firstborn of all creation". The Bible shows that God created Jesus first and through Jesus, he created everything else. http://www.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?Strongs=G3956&t=NASB http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=Col&c=1&v=15&t=NASB#vrsn/15 In line with the principle at 1Cor 15:27-28, it is evident that everything, would be with the exception of...

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"Jesus hated poor people and there is no way he would have wanted them to have access to healthcare." Is this a fair statement? No, that is not a fair statement. Jesus cared very much for the poor. After he was resurrected and went back to heaven, he even gave gifts in men to furnish the good news without cost. (Luke 14:13-14) But when you spread a feast, invite poor people, crippled, lame, blind; 14 and you will be happy, because they have nothing with which to repay you. For you will be repaid in the resurrection...

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"Jesus hated poor people and there is no way he would have wanted them to have access to healthcare." Is this a fair statement? No, not a fair statement at all. Jesus very much cared for the poor. After he was ressurected, he even gave gifts in men to furnish the good news without cost. (Luke 14:13-14) But when you spread a feast, invite poor people, crippled, lame, blind; 14 and you will be happy, because they have nothing with which to repay you. For you will be repaid in the resurrection of the righteous ones.” ...

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I believe in a inteligent cause of the universe. If Jesus is the cause of the universe, as claimed, does that not make me a believer in Jesus? Actually it is my understanding that according to the Bible, Jesus is the first born of all creation. After creating Jesus, God created everything else through Jesus. In line with the principle at 1Cor 15:27-28, it is evident that everything, would be with the exception of himself and God, as he obviously did not create himself or God. The Bible shows that God created Jesus and then through...

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Joseph Smith "God made Aaron to be the mouthpiece for the children of Israel, and He will make me be god to you in His stead..." Meaning...? That sounds more like Moses and Aaron in Exodus 4:16 and Exodus 7:1 where God made Moses god or a god to others. (1Cor8:5-6;Exodus4:16;Exodus7:1;Psalms82:6) http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1Cor8:5-6;Exodus4:16;Exodus7:1;Psalms82:6;%20John10:34;&version=NASB;YLT;HCSB;DARBY;NLT; . I don't know how he applied that to himself if he did. But the word "god" in the Bible can mean...

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What if, instead of a trinity, there were actually 4 Gods, the trinity plus the strongest God of all, Yahweh's psychotic temper? By some peoples reasoning, there should be 5, perhaps adding Othniel and Ehud into the mix. "Why does Jehovah say that besides me there is no savior in Isa 43:11, yet the Bible says Jesus is our Savior?" http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7884165 Judges 3:9 and the sons of Israel cry unto Jehovah, and Jehovah raiseth a saviour to the sons of Israel, and he saveth them -- Othniel son of...

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what archaeological evidence, which the bible also provides, would convince you of the authenticity of the book of mormon? Archaelolgical evidence along would not convince me of the BOM, nor did it alone convince me of the Bible, but there have been discoveries of places mentioned in the Bible from several thousands of years ago that were once thought to be made up. I had saw a answer some where about the BOM having places in America about 2000 years ago that still have not been found. Here is some info on the...

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CHRISTIANS True or False: 'According to scripture, Church leaders should not be paid' And please start your answer with a very clear and distinct "True" or "False" before you explain it. True, unless you consider honor as pay or in the case of those traveling away from home to help where the need is great who should have housing, food, and stuff like that provided while they are away. No one in our congregation gets paid. When some travel to other Countries where the need is great, the people who live there provide them with food and covering once they are there but the ones...

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I hate the concept of Hell and cannot see how it could exist unless God is a monster. Hell with predesination, wow! Any comment? I have been told before that I am predestined for Hell. The Bible does not actually teech predestination nor a literal Hell Fire. . An answer about Gehenna that is often translated as Hell: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7280403 . An answer about predestination: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6798607

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There are so many religions out there all proclaiming to be the only true religion. How is one to know which one is the only true religion? Do a lot of research and incere prayer when reading the Bible. Some online Bibles and other resources that I have found are: http://bible.cc/psalms/83-18.htm /. Several translation, only one verse at a time. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1John5:7-8;&version=31;77;50;51;49; /. 5 versions with up to 5 groups of verses http://wesley.nnu.edu/biblical_studies/tyndale/ /. William...

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I'm looking for the bible verse where a man asked Jesus if he had to follow all of Moses' rules, and Jesus tells him if he tries to obey them all, he will hold him to all of them. I think Mr Fixit is right. (Galatians 5:3) Moreover, I bear witness again to every man getting circumcised that he is under obligation to perform the whole Law. (James 2:10) For whoever observes all the Law but makes a false step in one point, he has become an offender against them all. I don't think Jesus actually said that exactly. Matthew 23:23-24 “Woe to YOU, scribes and...

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Do you know about Jesus/God??? I know about Jesus and the one that he said is the only true God.

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Do Jehovah's Witnesses practice circumcission? If not, why does scripture say that Paul started teaching this again? (See Gal 5:11) Talk about someone taking scriptures out of context. onthenarrowroad/resident for good is a pro. Notice he says "if"? "if I am still preaching circumcision, why am I still being persecuted?" He was still being persecuted because he is not still preaching circumcision. Titus 1:10-11 For there are many unruly men, profitless talkers, and deceivers of the mind, especially those men who adhere...

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Are you aware that because of a bug, you don't subscribe to a comment thread by writing a comment ? Only the answerer gets notified! Iwnit, do you know if they are going to fix that or if that is the way it is going to be for now on?

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What are two absolute dates? (Actual dates of events recorded in the Bible that have been proved reliable by secular history.) Link about Babylon being conqured by Cyrus the Great in 539BCE http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/530s_BC Link about Tiberius being made emperor in 14CE http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiberius

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If JWs have the "Truth" and the holy spirit guides them why have they made false prophecies about Armageddon? Has the "truth" changed? Every decade when the world does not end their views change! I have heard about these supposed false prophesies from being applied to JW's with dates ranging from 1799 - 2012. 1975 seems to be the one most talked about. What we have hear is an example of what Jesus talked about at Mt 24:48-51. Matthew 24:48-49 But if ever that evil slave should say in his heart, ‘My master is delaying,’ 49 and should start to beat his fellow slaves and should...

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Did Jesus create everything in heaven and on earth... everything visible and invisible? Nope. He did not create God or himself, but everything else was created by God through Jesus.

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When Trinitarian Christians say "true God from true God, begotten, not made," do they mean begotten in the same way that Adam begat Able? I did not know that they say that. "True God from true God" is not in the Bible. According to Jesus, the Father is the only true God. . In line with the principle at 1Cor 15:27-28, it is evident that everything, would be with the exception of himself and God, as he obviously did not create himself or God. The Bible shows that God created Jesus and then through Jesus, he created everything...

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Why didn't William Tyndale translate Ex 3:14 as "I AM"? Isn't that an important rendering for the Trinity? Ex 3:14 Then sayde God vnto Moses: I wilbe what I wilbe: ad he sayde, this shalt thou saye vnto the children of Israel: I wilbe dyd send me to you. Here is a link to Exodus in William Tyndale's translation. http://wesley.nnu.edu/biblical_studies/tyndale/exo.txt Then sayde God vnto Moses: I wilbe what I wilbe: ad he sayde, this shalt thou saye vnto the children of Israel: I wilbe dyd send me to you. . Here is a link to the rest of his translation. http://wesley.nnu.edu/biblical_studies/tyndale/

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How do you feel about Natalie winning Survivor tonight? I watched it. Before todays episode I was kind of thinking that Russell should win, as it is survivor, a game. he made it interesting. In todays episode he was even more arrogant than before and was more or less rubbing salt in their wounds even before the vote. You would think that with his father being a preacher that he would remember certain principles. 1Cor 10:12 Consequently let him that...

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Have all the Users that ask questions left the site? No, I have some question that don't hardly have any answers.

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Is the Father the only true God? For some reason, there are already 15 votes saying that the Father is not the only true God, yet Jesus said that he was? I know that Jesus talked in parables or illustrations sometimes, but I don't think that he was when he said that the Father was the only true God and John 17:1-3: (John 17:1-3) Jesus spoke these things, and, raising his eyes to heaven, he said: “Father, the hour has come;...

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Why do JW's use the name Jehovah in Matt 1:20,4:10, 21:9, Romans 10:13 & 2 peter 3:19 when the Kurios, Tou Kuriou or Ton Kurion is used? Kurios means Lord. I speak Greek by the way. Buy a greek bible and use these scriptures when they come to your door. Mt 1:20 - Is 7:14; Mt 4:10 - De 5:9; Mt 21:9 - Ps 118:26; Romans 10:13 - Joel 2:32; There is not a 2Pet 3:19, so I assume 2Pet 3:10 - Joel 2:31 (Matthew 1:20) But after he had thought these things over, look! Jehovah’s angel appeared to him in a dream, saying: “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary your wife home, for that which has been begotten in her is by holy spirit. ...

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Why do people think the 10 comandments are multiple choise (2009-12-05) (C)

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Do you find that you are getting less feedback now than under the old regime? I think that there are 3 main reasons that we are getting less feedback. 1) The only feedback that shows up on the questioners home page are answers to the question. Subsequent comments under the answer no longer show up under the askers feedback. Example: If dea_ex_machina comments udner this answer, I, as the answerer, will be notified, but once I reply back to dea_ex, dea_ex will not be...

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CHRISTIANS: When you hear these words what's your first impression of who it's describing, "Praise to the man who communed with Jehovah" I don't know. Moses? 40 days on Mount Sinai

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Before the early Christian church, what were other uses of (versions of) the cross? (As a symbol) Apparantly it was a phallic symbol prior to Constantines vision and Christendom's subsequent adoption of. http://www.antioch.com.sg/cgi-bin/bible/vines/get_defn.pl?num=616#A1 . /././ http://www.sacred-texts.com/sex/asw/asw01.htm

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MORMONS: Why does Mormonism violate the Bible's decree in Deuteronomy (12:5,13-14; 16:5-6) that there is only to be ONE Temple on earth? How did you get all of that into your question?

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The "Edit your answer" button just appeared on the New Answerbag! Should we . . . I can't edit all of my answers, but I can where I posted under answerbag chit chat under forums. I can temporarily edit answers to questions though, so thats an improvement. Things are still quite confusing to me. http://www.answerbag.com/forums/topic.php?t=180

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I love the new AB so far do you? Just a yes or no so I can take a count. No, but I can adjust to most changes. The one that will probably cause me to leave if they do not fix it is that I am not notified when someone makes a comment in reply to my comment. The only comments that you get notification of in your feedback are the ones under your own spacific answer. Look under your feedback and you will notice that all comments in your feedback are under your answers....

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How are you adjusting to the new Answerbag? The worst thing to me is that I do not get notified when people respond to my comments anymore. Comments only show up in your feedback if you were the one who gave the original answer in the thread.

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I just emailed AB corporate for assistance for us in understanding new format. okay?? Can you find out if they are going to start notifying poeple when someone comments in response to a comment under someone else's answer? I have lost contact with several conversations that I was having because I don't know who answer the conversation was under and only the original answerer gets notified of comments.

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Why do parents lie to their kids about santa? their are plenty of other things that can "build a kids imagination? To prepare them for other doctrines that are not really found in the Bible.

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Is anyone else VERY disapointed with the new answer bag? Im really thinking of migrating..... The worst thing to me is that I have lost all of the threads that I was commenting on. Now we don't get notified of comments responding to our comments unless we were the original asker or answerer. In the same token, people who were commenting on our threads do not get notified when we comment so they never respond. Totally bad.

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Have you learned anything about your capacity to accept and adapt to change from the AB format change? I can accept change. I don't necesarily like most of the changes AB has made, but can adapt to them. The one that bothers me the most and may be my deciding factor if I leave AB is the fact that I have no way of knowing if someone responds to my comments under someone else's answers. I am only notified of comments under my own answers or my own questions, and even then, when I comment back to...

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Oral Roberts is dead. Why didn't god save him? Along with some of the other answers, he did make alot of promises. He also got good portion of one of my gransmothers social security checks. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oral_Roberts

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What is the correct definition of Trinity, and who made it? It developed over a couple of hundred years through a bunch of philosophy. It definitely is not solo scritura so you want find it defined in the Bible.

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Why didn't William Tyndale translate Ex 3:14 as "I AM"? Isn't that an important rendering for the Trinity? Ex 3:14 Then sayde God vnto Moses: I wilbe what I wilbe: ad he sayde, this shalt thou saye vnto the children of Israel: I wilbe dyd send me to you. When Moses was about to lead the nation of Israel out of Egyptian captivity, Jehovah identified himself using the expression: “I shall prove to be what I shall prove to be.” (Ex. 3:13-15) http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=ex3:13-15&version=NASB;NLT;ESV;TNIV;HCSB This implied that Jehovah would become whatever was necessary for him to become in order to carry out his purposes in...

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How often do you use a GPS receiver/device while driving? Almost every time that I get behind the wheel. My sence of direction is terrible.

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Does anyone know any comforting/reassuring verses in the bible about God's love for us and that he will never leave us. I need it desperately!! (1 Peter 5:7) while YOU throw all YOUR anxiety upon him, because he cares for YOU. (Psalm 55:22) Throw your burden upon Jehovah himself, And he himself will sustain you. Never will he allow the righteous one to totter.

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"The [Conservative Book Project's 'translation' of the Bible] project is getting criticism from all sides and it should." Do you . . . ? I agree 100% with Susan Olasky. Unfortunately, most either want the Bible to conform to their fellings and desires or choose tradition over truth. "...The best Bible translation is one that conveys accurately and readably the original meaning, not the one that tickles our ears, whether liberal or conservative." — Susan Olasky

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Which of the following Bible translation is the most accurate relative to the oldest, and best manuscripts? Why? From research that I have done, the NWT seems to be the most accurate. It holds to the manuscripts and conveys in English the same thoughts contained in the older manuscripts. It does not let tradition overstep the word of God to appease the ears of the reader. The New Jerusalem is good too. The NJB uses Yahweh throughtout the Hebrew scriptures in stead of the tradition of rendering the...

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Is once saved always saved really "sola scriptura"? I do not believe that the Bible teaches once saved always saved. I believe that the scriptures show that endurance to the end is needed. These scriptures seem to imply that some who were saved, including those who have tasted the heavenly gift, could fall away. Please look them up for yourself, as my understanding of why these were written may be different than yours. Heb 6:4-6, 10:26,27, Jude...

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Do you keep cash hidden in your home? Where? If I tell you, it will no longer be hidden. LOL

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How have the past several days been for you? Pretty miserable as far as AB is concerned. I was having several conversations and have lost them since I do not know who gave the initial answer, and they don't notify you when someone replies to your comments.

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Is the Father the only true God? Have you ever asked a question to try to get people to think?

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Are the main line Christian churches getting caught up in the law of the church in the same way the pharisees were? Some might be. It seems to me to be the other extreme for most mainstream Churches. They seem to pick a Church that conforms to what they already believe rather than conform their beliefs to what the Bible really teaches. They seem to want to have their ears tickled. Most religions seem to have no consistancy in beliefs but all claim solo scriptura. One Church of a certain religion will teach...

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Which Bible is the most accurate translation of the original text? The NWT is the most accurate translation.

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CHRISTIANS: Jesus is the literal son of God both in his spirit body and in his earthly body. Not in the sence of having had sex as a literal earthly Father would do to have a literal earthly son, but in the sence of creating Jesus before he created anything else, he is literally begotten in that way. (1 Corinthians 8:6) there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we...

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I recently caught the last few minutes of a TV show that mentioned something called the 'prosperity gospel' . What is this exactly? It probably means that money makes the monkey dance. I know these TV preachers get alot of money from the elderly who survive on meager social security checks. They ask for a vow of faith and promise to heel your sick relatives. They then send you a letter that thanks you for the money and tell a widow that God said he is going to heel her husband, a little late, as in at least one example that...

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What is the correct translation of John 8:58? The context shows that it is a question about how Jesus has seen Abraham, not who he is. Within the context, the present tense of “I AM” does not work. Several translators recognize that. The New Testament Or Rather The New Covenant-S.Sharpe: "I was before Abraham". A Bible, A New Translation- J.Moffatt: "I existed before Abraham was born" The New Testament in the Language of the...

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I'm dating a Jehovah Witness, what should I expect? Expect to get rid of your sock-puppet accounts. Everyone knows that JW's don't date for recreation and only marry in the Lord.

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Do you find the new AB user friendly and easier to navigate ? Not anymore. Hopefully it will improve after the upgrade(?)

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Who is the Jesus of the Jehovah Witnesses? Marguerite I appreciate you following the Bible example and asking the source rather than opposers. A good question deserves a good answer. Down below is an article by Jehovah’s Witnesses answering your question. (Acts 28:22) But we think it proper to hear from you what your thoughts are, for truly as regards this sect it is known to us that everywhere it is spoken against.” ...

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They have fixed some of what I asked specifically about and I am willing to stick around to see if more is fixed. How about you folks? I am hoping that they will fix some of these: I gave the following list somewhere on AB: 1) I am not able to easily find comments in reply to my comments under someone elses answers. I only see comments to comments under my answers. 2) No flags showing new comments to answers, questions, and comments. 3) All of my clickable links are no longer clickable. 4) The old AB was distinguishable...

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What do you expect of Christians that you do not expect of non-Christians? Why do you think that should they be what you expect? Be honest. I would expect them to treat other the way that they want to be treated and to conquer the evil with the good. Why do I expect that? For one thing, the Bible tells us to. Honestly? It is not always that way. I have seen some Athiest take a stand for some they are usually disagreeing with when they feel someone else is treating them wrong or not truthful in accusations and I have seen some...

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What does it really mean to bless someone/thing ? does it make sense to bless god ? one of the references to god in hebrew is "the holy one, be he blessed". whassat mean? I will probably be chewed out for this answer, as I usually research an answer before answering and pick out a few relavent scriptures and give my synopsis along with posting links to several translations of the Bible. The new AB without being able to click links along with only being able to see 2 lines of what you just typed as you are composing an answer, has made me feel that all of that...

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The 'New' tag is missing for Activity related to your past AB Q&A's. How do feel about that? I hope it is just a bug. Actually, I hope that I am just having a bad dream. I cannot find where people have commented on my comments unless I was the asker or answerer. Maybe I should change my avatar to "Lost in Space"

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The 'New' tag is missing for Activity related to your past AB Q&A's. How do feel about that? Share your answer...

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Do you think that the publications of Jehovah's Witness are "extremist" like Russia's Supreme Court (12/8/09) ruled? Perhaps they are the people persecuted in the extremist way by the Eastern Orthodox Church.

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The bible says the good news will be preached in the first half of tribulation period which is yet to come, it will be for 3.5 years only (Reve 10:8-11 11:3-7 Matt 24:14). It is within the period of the 6 seals being opened. So, what have jws done since.. Some believe what Rev 1:1-3 says about being given in signs. For one to think that two Witnesses are going to Witness to the whole world in 3.5 years is a bigger miracle than any other mentioned in the Bible. If you are one of the two, you are going to need to stay away from kryptonite. Rev 11:3 And I will cause my two witnesses to prophesy a thousand two hundred and sixty days dressed in...

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they better change it back to the old AB or else im gonna______!wat? Never find out if someone comments in reply to a comment I made on someone elses answer?

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What do YOU think of the new AB? HELP, I am lost. I was getting a little addicted, perhaps the change can cure me.

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If the Bible says �for in the resurrection neither do men marry nor are women given in marriage." in the books of Matthew and Mark, why do Mormons "seal" themselves to spouses to be with in the resurrection? Too me, these scriptures do not support marriage in Heaven. Also with that view, it would make one think that God would have polygamy in heaven with brother inlaw marriage. It would also create a question for those that teach this as that could be a problem for those that were under the Mosaic Law of brother-in-law marriage. Jesus clarified it though. Romans 7:2 For the woman which hath an...

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CHRISTIANS True or False: 'You can know if a church is 'true' by the way it is organized' And please start your answer with a very clear and distinct "True" or "False" before you explain it. No. Jesus said how you can know. John 13:35 By this all will know that YOU are my disciples, if YOU have love among yourselves

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Revelations states in the last days the majority of the people will be fooled. If you think we are in the last days: What do you think the majority of people believe that is not correct? Most seem to believe that the Father is not the only true God.

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If like Santa and the Tooth Fairy, you found out God was not real, what would you believe in? I was not raised in a religious household. One of my parents did tell me some about Santa and I did get a dollar under my pillow for a pulled tooth. I don't equate God with Santa as I have read the Bible as an adult and have adjusted my beliefs accordingly.

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What is the overarching theme of the Bible. God's Kingdom.

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Shouldn't atheists say they believe in 3 less Gods than Christians? I see your point, but most that believe in the Trinity, somehow reject that there are 3 Gods, but according to who's defining it, it usually ends up being explained as something like one God in three persons, or one God in three substances or sommething like that.

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CHRISTIANS True or False: 'To know if scripture is from God, you should pray about it, and God will send you a spiritually discerned confirmation or denial within your spirit.' Please start with either "True" or "False" before you explain your answer. I would say false. We do need to pray for Holy Spirit to help understand the Bible. But the scriptures also show that we need to test every inspired expression. If something contradict other scriptures, either our understanding of the scriptures is in error, or possibly the scripture in question might not be inspired. We don't just pray and wait for the answer, we also test. (1 John...

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If hell could be customized for each individual like the Greek Hades, describe your own personal hell scenario? I will give an example. Answering your questions on AB. Lol, just kiddin, coldn't resist. I read somewhere that you had been sick, hope you get well soon.

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Will all faithful Christians be taken miraculously from the earth by the Lord before the great tribulation? Prov 2:21-22 For the upright are the ones that will reside in the earth, and the blameless are the ones that will be left over in it. 22 As regards the wicked, they will be cut off from the very earth; and as for the treacherous, they will be torn away from it.

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Since Jehovah's Witnesses trace to 1830's Millerites and in mid 19th Century Adventists. How they come about not properly observing Sabbath from Sunset Friday to Sunset Saturday? (Romans 7:6) But now we have been discharged from the Law, because we have died to that by which we were being held fast, that we might be slaves in a new sense by the spirit, and not in the old sense by the written code. (Ephesians 2:15) By means of his flesh he abolished the enmity, the Law of commandments consisting in decrees, that he might create the two peoples in union with himself into...

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Jehovah Witnesses: What do you feel is the biggest misconception that non-JW have about JWs? have you done anything to dispel that notion? The lastest one that I have heard is that JW's are not allowed to trim their nose hairs. What have I done to dispel that notion? I trimmed my already short nose hairs. Lol http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8406536

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Why do trucks crash into bridges? I was thinking of a country group, asleep at the wheel. http://www.asleepatthewheel.com/

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Why do some Christians not believe in the Trinity? Simply because the Bible does not teach it, in fact, it contradicts it. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called “gods,” whether in heaven or on earth, just as there are many “gods” and many...

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CHRISTIANS True or False: "Inspired modern Church Leaders can contradict prior doctrine from Inspired Historic Leaders." And please explain your answer. False, their are no "inspired modern Church leaders" today. No one should claim to be inspired today the way the original writers of the 66 books of the Bible were. No one should contradict doctrine from Inspired Bible writers. I don't know what you are referring to in "Inspired Historic Leaders", but I don't think that anyone since the death of the Apostles...

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If Jesus resurrected 3 days after death then what kind of sacrifice is that? Surely a sacrifice would last much longer. Just a thought. There seem to be verying interpretations on these scriptures, so I will just post some scriptures that I consider relevant. (John 6:51) I am the living bread that came down from heaven; if anyone eats of this bread he will live forever; and, for a fact, the bread that I shall give is my flesh in behalf of the life of the world. (Hebrews 10:5) Hence when he comes into the world he says:...

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CHRISTIANS True or False: 'There MUST be a prophet at the head of Christ's church on earth.' And please explain your answer. Jesus is the answer, the scriptures are the explanation. Hebrews 1:1-2 God, who long ago spoke on many occasions and in many ways to our forefathers by means of the prophets, 2 has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the systems of things Col 1:18 and he is the head of the body, the congregation. He...

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CHRISTIANS True or False: "There must be a prophet at the head of the Church." And please explain your answer. Hebrews 1:1-2 God, who long ago spoke on many occasions and in many ways to our forefathers by means of the prophets, 2 has at the end of these days spoken to us by means of a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the systems of things Col 1:18 and he is the head of the body, the congregation. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead,...

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Shortest bible verse Job 3:2 [New Century Version] "Saying:" Job 3:2 [New International Version] "He said:" 1Thessalonians 5:17 [NWT] "Pray incessantly" John 11:35 [King James Version] "Jesus wept."

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Has anyone truly seen god/God? According to the Bible, no human has seen God. The disciples ‘seeing’ the Father in Jesus can be understood in the light of other Scriptural examples. Jacob, for instance, said to Esau: “I have seen your face as though seeing God’s face in that you received me with pleasure.” He said this because Esau’s reaction had been in harmony with Jacob’s prayer...

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What book of the Bible would you recommend someone start with if they had no previous exposure to the Bible? And why? I would probably reccomend starting at either Gen 1:1 or perhaps Matthew 1:1 and then go back and start at Gen 1:1 as many might stop once they get to some books like Chronicles unless they are determined.

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So God creates hell, then, only saves you from it if you worship him? Isn't that a bit sadistic? A literal Hell fire would be sadistic, if there really was one. Not many people live even to commit even 100 years of crimes. Tormenting someone for eternity don't seem just. That would imply that the US president has more loving compassion that God as in the US, we are not suppossed to even torture terrorist. . I adopted my three step sons while they were in grade school. Guess how many...

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Is Jehovah Right, Worship No One But Me? Yeppers, is this a baited question?

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Which version/transaltion of the Bible do you use/prefer and why? I usually use the NWT for personal study. From personal research, I think it its the most accurate. When posting scriptures on AB or to relatives, I usually use the a translation that is preferred by that person or perhaps 3 or 4 translations as the NWT receives alot of negative comments inspired by paid Clergy.

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If i am disobedient to my parents is it true as a christian i must tell them am sorry and change my ways towards them is it a must that i do that? Or can i just change without telling them am sorry? Along with dumdum's not so dumdum comment, saying your sorry never hurts, but if you have been misbehaving, changing and not saying anything is worth more that saying your going to change and not. . Keep in mind the parable at Matt. 21:28-31. Not the same context of the parable, but the same principle.

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What year did Jesus Die? 33 or 76? We know that he was Baptized and anointed with Holy Spirit in the 15th year of Tiberius Caesar. Historians confirm that the Roman Senate named Tiberius emperor on September 15 of 14 C.E., his 15th year ran from the latter part of 28 C.E. well into 29 C.E. The evidence, then, is that Jesus’ baptism and anointing took place in the fall of the year 29 C.E. His ministry...

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What is the bible that has the accurate translation into english , word for word? As others have said, not likely to be an "accurate translatin" word for word in English as the language would not allow word for word to make since. Here is an example of what you run into with word for word in this interlinear. http://scripture4all.org/OnlineInterlinear/NTpdf/joh1.pdf You might try Young's Literal, NASB, or the highly criticized NWT for close to original. ...

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What factors are involved when good people turn evil? Sometimes just being overwhelmed with too many problems can cause a normal person to go off of the deep end. There is also the tendency to get revenge when one feels that they are wronged. Ecc 7:7 For mere oppression may make a wise one act crazy, and a gift can destroy the heart. Romans 12:17-21 Return evil for evil to no one. Provide fine things in the sight of all men....

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For those whose religious groups were targeted in the Holocaust, how did the Holocaust affect your opinion of your faith? I am talking about ALL religious groups, not just the Jews (JW's, etc) I am glad to know that there are some that truly follow the Scriptures, even in the face of death. . 2Cor 10:3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not wage warfare according to [what we are in the] flesh When Clergy of the same religion bless the troops on opposite sides of a war, one might wonder does Christ exist divided? Luke 11:17 Knowing their imaginations he said to them:...

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The word of God will never change. Why are people always changing it? There have been attempts at changing things to fit agendas. Example : King James Mark 16:17-18 "And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover." Modern...

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If the Bible says we should not kill, why are many Christians in the military and in a situation where they may have to kill others? Christians do not wage war. 2Cor 10:3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not wage warfare according to [what we are in the] flesh . When Clergy of the same religion bless the troops on opposite sides of a war, one might wonder does Christ exist divided? Luke 11:17 Knowing their imaginations he said to them: “Every kingdom divided against itself comes to desolation, and a house...

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Is the concept of "burning in Hell for all eternity" something a "loving & caring" Gawd would do to the average sinner? I can understand Adolph Hitler (& certain time share salesmen) going there, but other than those folks, who really "deserves" Hell? It don't make since. The Bible does not teach it either. It is a manipulation of the original language words that has helped to perpetuate the Hell fire thingy.

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Do Mormons believe that we are sinners from birth? Why wouldn't they? (Psalm 51:5) Look! With error I was brought forth with birth pains, And in sin my mother conceived me. (Romans 3:23) For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, (Romans 5:12) That is why, just as through one man sin entered into the world and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men because they had all sinned—. (Job 14:4) Who can produce...

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Where is the word Trinity found in the Bible? book and verse please. The Trinity was not thought of yet back then. The first century Christians still thought that the Father was the only true God. (John 17:3) This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 8:5-6) For even though there are those who are called “gods,” whether in heaven or on earth,...

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If I WAS blind and NOW I can see, do I push my vision on others who are "blind"? Or do I live and let live having faith that God will show others how to open their eyes through experience of others and myself? Those running cape race don't want to be bothered. If you know something then you have to do what is right. You don't push though. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Phillips . James 4:17 Therefore, if one knows how to do what is right and yet does not do it, it is a sin for him 1Cor 9:16 If, now, I am declaring the good news, it is no reason for me to boast, for necessity is...

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Why did Christ say-My God, why hast thou forsaken me? Did He really say or mean it? While we cannot be sure of Jesus’ motives for saying this, his words may indicate that Jesus recognized that Jehovah had taken His protection away so that His Son’s integrity could be fully tested. It also fulfilled what Psalm 22:1 foretold regarding him.—Matt. 27:46. Hebrews 4:14-15 Seeing, therefore, that we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens,...

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When the Apostle Paul warned us about not associating with immoral people, why did he especially mention those who were immoral and called themselves "brothers"? Why did he say not to even eat with them? They wanted to keep the congregation clean. Once you know the truth, you are accountable. 1Cor 5:9-12 In my letter I wrote YOU to quit mixing in company with fornicators, 10 not [meaning] entirely with the fornicators of this world or the greedy persons and extortioners or idolaters. Otherwise, YOU would actually have to get out of the world. 11 But now I am writing YOU to quit...

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Fellow Christians: What is a bible verse that saved your life? Don't know for sure that it literally saved my life, but it has at least had an impact on the way I deal with scammers and perceived enemies. My nature is to retaliate. Still have to fight that, even on AB. Romans 12:17-21 Return evil for evil to no one. Provide fine things in the sight of all men. 18 If possible, as far as it depends upon YOU, be peaceable with all men....

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Are not freewill and predestination contridictions? From my understanding they are.

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Does this make sense? "god gives man free will, man uses this; god attempts to kill man with a flood." I think there are two understandings of free will. 1) Some think that "free will" means that you can do what you like with no consequences. With that understanding, then no there is not "free will". and 2) There is also the understanding of "free will" as in you have a choice of choosing good or bad with relavant consequences. In contrast, there are many...

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Another ’bagger just told me that God cannot look upon our sins, but the Holy Spirit hides our sins from God. This person also says that God and the Holy Spirit are the same Being. Honest question: how can God hide our sins from Himself? Don't remember reading anything exactly like that. However, we do have forgiveness of sins through Jesus. (Col 1:13-14)  He delivered us from the authority of the darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of the Son of his love, 14 by means of whom we have our release by ransom, the forgiveness of our sins (Psalm 103:12) As far off as the sunrise is from the sunset, So far...

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Did Jesus create everything in heaven and on earth... everything visible and invisible? In line with the principle at 1Cor 15:27-28, it is evident that everything, would be with the exception of himself and God, as he obviously did not create himself or God. The Bible shows that God created Jesus and then through Jesus, he created everything else. 1Cor 15:27-28 For [God] “subjected all things under his feet.” But when he says that ‘all things have been...

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I have achieved the level of an AB expert! So what would like to know? What are the numbers to next weeks lottery?

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Do Baptists believe in the rapture? I would imagine that some do and some don't as they don't always speak in agreement with each other. My understanding of what the rapture doctrine is does not fit in with the scriptures. Of course, since the rapture is not defined in the Bible, there may be different interpretations of what the rapture is. Jesus’ pa‧rou‧si′a is not simply a momentary coming followed...

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If Jewish Kosher laws are based on Scriptures Christians also read, why don't Christians observe Kosher laws? (Romans 7:6) But now we have been discharged from the Law, because we have died to that by which we were being held fast, that we might be slaves in a new sense by the spirit, and not in the old sense by the written code. (Ephesians 2:15) By means of his flesh he abolished the enmity, the Law of commandments consisting in decrees, that he might create the two peoples in union with himself into...

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If God exists, can I sue for negligence? You can probably find plenty of lawyers that will take your case. They probably want take it on a contigency though. They will probably want to be paid by the hour, because an Athiest want think he could collect from someone they dont believe exist and someone who beleives in God want think they will when.

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Do Jehovah’s Witnesses honor the Father with praise and worship? Doesn’t it say that we should honor the Son “JUST AS WE HONOR” the Father?(Joh5:23) So if we don't worship the Son, then we don't worship the Father that sent Him? By that logic, I guess that based on Mt 25:40, you think that by worshipping Jesus brothers, you are worshipping Jesus. After all, doesn't Matthew 25:40 say "..To the extent that YOU did it to one of the least of these my brothers, YOU did it to me." Based on Matthew 25:45, I suppose that one could also reason that if they did not worship Jesus followers, then they did not...

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Why many ministers of church leave their position once they get to know about the original scriptures of Christianity? I did not know that many did leave, are there really alot that do because of that? Can you post a link to your source? Are you referring to the older manuscripts?

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How many people right now have something growing in their garden in the Fall in your area? What do you have? Still gotta few tomatoes and peppers. Some of my potatoes that never developed as this is the first year I tried to grow them in straw instead of dirt, have made a resurgence. It has been too wet around here for over a month, so I finally tilled and planted alfalfa Saturday. Probably want make it though, as it was suppossed to be in the ground about 3 weeks ago.

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If the Father is Elohim and Jesus is Jehovah (as the Mormons teach), how does a Mormon explain Deuteronomy 6:4, which in the Hebrew says, “Hear, O Israel: Jehovah our Elohim is one Jehovah”? Can any Morman's validate that this is a Morman belief?

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Jehovah's Witnesses do not allow women to give public talks in the Kingdom Halls based on 1 Corinthians 14:34-35. Agree or disagree with this philosophy? Instead of singling out JW's, should your complaint be against the Bible? 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 "let the women keep silent in the congregations, for it is not permitted for them to speak, but let them be in subjection, even as the Law says. 35 If, then, they want to learn something, let them question their own husbands at home, for it is disgraceful for a woman to speak in...

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Within the Christian doctrine there's much talk about a place called "Hell". The description of it is pretty frightening. The believer wouldn't roll the dice--he would accept Jesus 'just in case'. The acceptance is out of genuine love or out of fear? Good question. If people would do a little research they would find out that Hell, as taught by preachers, as a place where your immortal soul is burnt and you are tortured forever, does not exist in the Bible. Sheol, Hades, nor Gehenna (the garbage dump outside of Jerusalem) fit that description. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5863340 . But if people researched that, alot of preachers would...

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Where in the Bible does it say that man has an 'Immortal Soul'? Not Exekiel 18:4. http://bible.cc/ezekiel/18-4.htm

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Do Mormons believe that people can have sex in heaven? I would not think so. Mat 22:30 "for in the resurrection neither do men marry nor are women given in marriage, but are as angels in heaven" . 1Cor 15:50 "However, this I say, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit God’s kingdom, neither does corruption inherit incorruption"

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Why do Jews reject their Messiah? Wouldn't you think they would learn by now after all the prophets they persecuted? Luke’s account indicates that many Jews were anxiously expecting the Messiah to appear at the particular time Jesus was on earth. Simeon and other Jews were “waiting for Israel’s consolation” and “Jerusalem’s deliverance” when the babe Jesus was brought to the temple. (Lu 2:25, 38) During the ministry of John the Baptizer, the people “were in...

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Did Jesus ever actually state that he was the son of God? It may not be recorded in those exact words, but he did say that he is God's son.

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Should I feel bad about trying to point out how Mormons are a cult? It might be better to show them what the scriptures say and leave it up to them and God as to rather or not they recognize truth if you have it. Got to remember that the first century Christians were spoken against and considered a sect also. If you have the truth and know what the Bible says about everlasting life, it is better to show them where else they should go. (Acts 28:22) But we...

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So many people say hell is a figment of our imagination. Can you prove this to me through scripture? What do others think? I for one think its an actual place. Acraddock, I just added this link to my original answer. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5863340

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When reading Genesis 3, I noticed that it never mentions anything about Satan. It merely says, "the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field." This makes it sound like it was the serpent who tempted Eve, not Satan. Can anyone explain I answered a similar question here. I thought it might be better to post a link rather than copy and paste my answer. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6775599

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Some religionists say that the "Kingdom of God" is a form of government that will rule the whole [earth]. Then others say that when you [die] you will go, if you qualify, [up to heaven]--wherever such a place may be at. This is quite confusing. Isn't? http://www.watchtower.org/e/bh/article_08.htm

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Why do I not see a big difference in the way non-Christians and ones suppossed to be Christians treat people when they disagree with them on AB? Don't Christians following scriptural principles? (See answer) Some scriptural principles are listed below. I really see the wisdom in Romans 2:14-15 as many people that have not read the Bible or claim to follow it seem to apply scriptures as well as many that claim to follow the scriptures. (Romans 2:14-15) For whenever people of the nations that do not have law do by nature the things of the law, these people, although not having law, are a law to...

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If God is so forgiving and loving why did He feel it necessary to create Hell? God is love and burning people in a literal fire never even came up into his heart. http://bible.cc/jeremiah/7-31.htm The God of the Bible does not do that. "The wages sin pays is death"(Romans 6:23),not an immortal soul burning in Hell. "The soul that sins itself will die"(Ez 18:4) Jer 7:31 "And they have built the high places of Tophet, which is in the...

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Do you believe that there is a hell? What religion are you? No, I do not believe that there is a literal Hell fire. I am one of Jehovah's Witnesses. . If you compare Bible translations, you will notice that they are in disagreement as to where Hell should be in the Bible. That is because there was not a word that should be translated as Hell. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5863340

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Who's going to hell? No one. Hell is a God dishonoring myth. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5863340

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How many of you have ever heard a minister preach someone into hell? About 20 years ago, a workout and sparring partner from Karate had overdosed on black-tar heroin. (I did not even know he did drugs until then.) I went to his funeral in West Texas. The preacher implied that he might be in Hell but that God could have mercy on his soul. I think about what his parents must have felt to this day. . I wish that I knew then what I know now....

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If Mary is the mother of God and Jesus is the Son of God, wouldn't that make Mary the grandmother of Jesus? If Mary really was the Mother of God, that would stand to reason.

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Why don't all Christian denominations use the same Bible? 2Tim 4:3-4 "For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in accordance to their own desires, 4and will turn away their ears from the truth and will turn aside to myths. ...

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Christians: Would you ever tell a child about hell like a five yeear old? I would tell them the truth as recorded in the Bible. Hell is a myth that infiltrated some Christian religions well after the Apostles died off. 2Tim 4:3-4 "For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in accordance to their own desires," 4and will turn away their ears from the...

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What are some PROOFS!!! that Biblical science(biology, sociology,archeololgy,anthropology,physics,astronomy, math,etc.)are trueth or fact. state answer and how you know this. Probably would not qualify as "proof" or science, but some archaeological discoveries at least give some credibility. http://www.answerbag.co.uk/a_view/6386280 . There are some prophesies also. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6600109 /././ http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7919501

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I have a grapefruit tree with a new limb shoots that has edges on it and has thorns, the rest of the tree limbs doesn't have them. It seems to grow really fast. What is this? Why is it happening ? what to do about it ? If anything. I really don't know much about citrus trees, but if the shoot is coming from below the soil level, it might be a different kind of tree altogether. Most fruit trees common today are grafts. If the limb is from above the soil line, but below the graft, it could be a shoot from the root-stalk. If it is one of those wo cases, I would prune it off.

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My friend weareallhypocrites is finally back after taking a very long break. His clever and hilarious answers are still intact. :) Would you please help me welcome him back? Welcome back.

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What do think of this Bible passage, John 10:34 34Jesus answered them, Is it not written in your law, I said, 'Ye are gods'? Scroll down about 1/3 way to where it says: "The word "god" in the Bible can mean several things. It seems most commentators acknowledge that when Moses is called "a god" at Exodus 7:1." http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5839902

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I think God doesn't want Hatemongers in heaven so when they show up at the Pearly Gates I think he will send them to The Other Place and let the Head Guy there deal with them. What do you think? I am not going to say one way or another on that, but I think love is important. 1John 4:20-21 "If anyone makes the statement: “I love God,” and yet is hating his brother, he is a liar. For he who does not love his brother, whom he has seen, cannot be loving God, whom he has not seen. 21 And this commandment we have from him, that the one who loves God should be loving...

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Why do Catholics believe it is okay to call a priest "father," when it says in Matthew 23:9 not to address anyone here on earth as Father for only God in heaven is your spiritual Father? After looking at the other comments, I read it again. It looks to me like it is talking in a religious sense. He contrast the way the scribes and Pharisees treat people, Lording it over them as it were, and tells his followers not to use religious titles. . Mat 23:1-36: Then Jesus spoke to the crowds and to his disciples, saying: 2 “The scribes and the Pharisees have seated...

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I've always believed Jesus was God. In my research i've discovered this may not be the case. Do you believe Jesus is God or are you like the JWs and why did you come to this conclusion? When I first started studying the Bible, I used the King James, as many people told me it was the one to use, most of my family are Protestants. I researched it from both angles. Consider some changes from the older manuscripts as compared to the textus receptus. There have been some alterations in either the addition of test to support the Trinity or slight changes of a letter, such as 1Tim...

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In what ways does Catholicism contradict the Bible? Can someone give me a thorough explanation of this The Bible writers showed that there was to be an apostasy until the time of the end. Part of which seems to be fulfilled in the Catholic Church itself, such as saying that they have kept the truth from the time of the apostles, in essence preventing the apostasy that Jesus and the apostles said would happen. They prevent marriage of Priest and forbid certain foods. They hold tradition over...

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Christians: Why did Jesus show up when he did? Why didn't God have him show up sooner? Wouldn't it have been better for everyone if he came sooner? I might be able to answer the first part of your question. Daniels prophesy let us know when the Messiah was coming. “You should know and have the insight that from the going forth of the word to restore and to rebuild Jerusalem until Messiah the Leader, there will be seven weeks, also sixty-two weeks.”—Daniel 9:25 Luke shows that the Jews were in expectation about the...

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Why are Jehovah's Witnesses the only people that go around knocking on peoples doors tryin to "recruit" people for their religion? Christians, Buddhists, Atheists, Catholics, Baptists, etc. dont do this, so why do they? Here is a link to a similar question. Catholics are encouraged to. I think that JW's and Mormons are the only ones that make a habit of it through out the earth. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4136538

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Those who say Jesus isn't God,but the son only.Read Isaiah 43:11 and then Luke 2:11.Then read Isaiah 53.There is tons of scripture showing this.He was either God or nothing more than a liar.Why can't you see He is God?Alot of scripture says He is God. We just discussed that here: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8067810 With that line of reasoning shouldnt one also conclude that Othniel and Ehud are also God? (Isaiah 43:11; Luke 2:11; Isaiah 53) http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah%2043:11;%20Luke%202:11;%20Isaiah%2053&version=YLT;ASV;KJV;NIRV;AMP . (Jude 25) "to [the] only God our Savior through Jesus Christ our...

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Can anyone define "πρὸς" ?   Its Greek. I don't know why someone would give a negative for the question, that's silly.

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How did your vegetable garden do this past summer? Hello Hobojoe, I did not know you garden. Mine did pretty good this year. Corn (peaches and cream) and watermelon (crimson sweet) did real good. No potates did not do good at all. I tried to grom them in straw instead of dirt. Don't know what I did wrong, but it did not work. My canteloupe did not do well. I think because I tried to withhold Nitrogen and gave too much phosphurus. I had 7...

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Why do girls come to church dressed in skimpy outfits? Don't they realize they're making their brothers stumble? Maybe someone needs to remind them of a few scriptures. (1Tim 2:8-10) "Therefore I desire that in every place the men carry on prayer, lifting up loyal hands, apart from wrath and debates. 9 Likewise I desire the women to adorn themselves in well-arranged dress, with modesty and soundness of mind, not with styles of hair braiding and gold or pearls or very expensive garb,...

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Is religion becoming unpopular, hence, we don't hear the phrase "God damn it" as much anymore? I agree that religion is probably becoming less popular today. I think that can be seen by how many Churches are going to non-denominational, even though they still believe and teach pretty much the same things as main stream Churches, but try to distance themselves as if they come up with the same doctrines on their own. I don't know if the lack of hearing that phrase has anything to do...

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What do Jehovah's Witnesses mean when they say "We are not of this world." I got a little caught up in looking up scriptures, some that may not be relevant. I started just to delete the whole thing, but I spent alot of time on it, so here it is. Sorry if this is no help. "World" can mean (1) humankind as a whole, apart from their moral condition or course of life, (2) the framework of human circumstances into which a person is born and in which he lives...

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Who do Christians say that Jesus is God when Muslims disagree and biblical scriptures prove that he isn't? I was having a similar discussion earlier today. I hope you don't mind if I copy and paste some of my previous comments. We have to pray for Holy Spirit to help our understanding, read with an open mind, and be willing to let go of any preconceived ideas as we find out that they are not really from the Bible. The Bible writers showed that there was to be an apostasy until the time of the...

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Is the Truth indeed bitter? If the truth does not fit in with preconceived ideas, it seems to be bitter.

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Today, we have the picture of a very holy and dignified Jesus. But what did Jesus really look like physically? He was a Jewish carpenter. Perhaps a muscular build, dark or olive skinned, dark hair, calloused hands.

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Jesus the Messiah was a Jehovah Witness, as He was a witness to Jehovah. true or false? You might could say that. (Isa 43:10; Acts 3:13) http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah%2043:10;Acts%203:13;Psalms%20110:1;Isa%2012:2;Isa%2026:4&version=ASV;YLT;DARBY;HCSB;KJV (Revelation 1:5) "and from Jesus Christ, “the Faithful Witness,” “The firstborn from the dead,” and “The Ruler of the kings of the earth.” To him that loves us and...

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Why are you the religion you are? Were you simply raised that way or did you choose later in life? I was not raised in a religious household. I just kept on asking alot of questions and did alot of research. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7025764 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7133378

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Christians: Do you believe in destiny? For individual humans, no We have free will. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6798607

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Is praying to 'God' the same as praying to Jehovah? Since you are asking this under Jehovah's Witnesses, most answers would be yes, since according to the Bible, Jehovah is God and Jehovah's Witnesses believe the Bible. Asking that in another forum, you might get different answers. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Gen%202:7-9;%20Exodus%206:3;Psalms%2083:18;Psalms%20110:1;Isa%2012:2;Isa%2026:4&version=ASV;YLT;DARBY;HCSB;AMP

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Who follows the King James version of the bible? I used the King James Version when I first started studying, but gradually found out several mistakes in it such as leading you to believe that Mark 16:17-18 about handling serpants to prove you believe was part of the original writings. Most modern translations tell you prior to verse 9 that that was added to a later manuscript. . Here are a few other additions that I had noticed....

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What would you do if it turned out that the afterlife was in Texas? Lose faith in God? Lol

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Is a cross hanging around your neck or in your home considered an idol? In line with Romans 14:4, I guess we will all have to judge for ourselves, as there are many that imply that they are not reminded of the Divine Being when they are carrying it. There are scriptures that might have bearing on the matter though. (Exodus 20:4-5) “You must not make for yourself a carved image or a form like anything that is in the heavens above or that is on the earth...

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How many of you think that the bible should be revised? There have been revisions as spurious additions have been revealed. One example is at Mark 16:17,18 where it talks about handling serpants and drinking poison to prove you believe. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark16:9-20;&version=NIV;NKJV;NCV;ESV;NASB; A few other examples that I have noticed are noted in my answer about the Sinaitic MS:...

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What is the'fiery Gehenna' to which Jesus referred? A garbage dump. Good question to keep us thinking. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5532989

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I have a test on the Gospels tomorrow for my New Testament class. Do you have any nifty facts about the Gospels you'd like to share to help me on my test? (keep in mind that my class approaches the Bible as literature). A little late to try to add anything for your test, but I saw that you have a pretty impressive collection of Bibles and Bible related books. Here are a few links to online resources and another link to some late additions to some manuscripts such as the Textus Receptus, if you are interested. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7133378 /././ http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7025764

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What, in the Bible, is actually true? That doesn't rely purely on faith? Archaeological discoveries. http://www.answerbag.co.uk/a_view/6386280 Fulfilled prophesies. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7919501

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I was told by a Jehovah's Witness once that it is against your rules to listen to the view points of other religions. If that is true then why do I see so many JW's here saying they are looking for new religious view points? If it was a JW that told you that it is against the "rules to listen to the view points of other religions", then they have not been paying attention at the meetings. I don't know that I would call it "looking for new religious view points" as much as it would be trying to understand where each individual is coming from, as each person deserves to be heard rather it is...

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Is there a lowest common denominator for all denominations? Belief in God? If you are talking about Christian religions, perhaps belief in Christ? Beyond that it varies greatly, from immortality of the soul to belief in a resurrection. From belief in a triune God to belief that God is one.

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The word of God is absolute. If such is the case, how come there's SO many branching faiths, debates and confusion about The Bible and God, whether amongst believers or otherwise? This isn't an offending question, constructive opinions appreciated. Jesus warned "And many false prophets will arise and mislead many".(Matthew 24:11) . The Apostle Peter warned Christians "there will also be false teachers among you".(2Pet 2:1) . The apostle Paul spoke of "a period of time when people would not put up with the healthful teaching, but, in accord with their own desires, they would accumulate teachers for themselves...

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If you believe that bible stories are true.. what evidence of truth is there to base your faith upon? There is historical evidence and fulfilled prophesies. Archaeological finds. http://www.answerbag.co.uk/a_view/6386280 Fulfilled prophesies. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6600109

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How many vice-presidents, if any, were born and raised in Texas? John Wayne?

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What is meant by "I am that I am"? When Moses was about to lead the nation of Israel out of Egyptian captivity, Jehovah identified himself using the expression: “I shall prove to be what I shall prove to be.” (Ex. 3:13-15) http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=ex3:13-15&version=NASB;NLT;ESV;TNIV;HCSB This implied that Jehovah would become whatever was necessary for him to become in order to carry out his...

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What are some Bible prophesies that have been fulfilled? . In line with Jesus statements recorded at Lk 21:20-22,41-44 and the parallel account recorded at Mr 13:14-23, Jewish Christians who heeded Jesus words left jerusalem in 66 when Cestius Gallus undermined the northern wall protecting the Temple and escaped the total destruction in 70 when the Roman legions returned under General Titus....

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If you don't believe in souls, you don't believe in religion. True or false? Not all religions believe in the soul as an immortal soul, that only humans have, that cannot be destroyed and either moves on to Hell or Heaven at death, as has been traditionally taught. http://www.thebiblereference.com/bible/sn/1/H5315 /././ http://bible.cc/ezekiel/18-4.htm /././ http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7280403

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Harold Bloom: "No American Faith, not even Jehovah's Witnesses, has a theology so convoluted as that of Seventh-day Adventism. I observe this in admiration, not in disrespect." ('The American Religion', p.150) Why would he say this? And do you agree? Not even JW's? Wow, that must be bad. Lol

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What do people think of a church that has anti mormon,anti jehovah witness classes I know that they have classes in some Churches in my area, as some will tell me that they do. There are alot of people in my area that say that JW's are trying to work their way into heaven. I find it interesting that so many preachers preach for money and do not consider that "works", but when others preach for free, they tell their flocks that those are trying to...

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Considering the multiple translations and disputes, is the Bible still an accurate account of Gods judicial decisions and general principles? Yes it is. You can compare translations on line. When there are differences, you can check concordances and manuscripts. http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7133378

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Biblical Question: What is Noah's brother's name? I don't see where his brothers names are given. There was another Lamech that had a son named Tubal-cain. I will look some more while we wait for other answers. Do you know the answer? Gen 5:28-31: And La′mech lived on for a hundred and eighty-two years. Then he became father to a son. 29 And he proceeded to call his name Noah, saying: “This one will bring us comfort...

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Does anyone think this question about evidence for a creator god should be labeled as nonsense? No, I don't think that it should have been. There was some good discussions in it. If there was an offensive answer, maybe the particular answer should have been flagged, but I did not see anything offensive in the question.

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Is it a sin to lift weights? I don't think so. 1Tim 4:8 "..bodily training is beneficial for a little; but godly devotion is beneficial for all things, as it holds promise of the life now and that which is to come"

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Is it really right to call someone the Prince of Peace when they say this: "Do not think that I came to bring peace on the earth; I did not come to bring peace, but a sword. For I came to set a man against his father..." If Jesus would have just agreed, or tickled the ears of the Sadducees, Pharisees, and others that had had wrong teachings, that would have been the easy way out. He was here to set things straight and teach people to worship with spirit and truth. That is what causes a sword on the part of those that are not a friend of peace. I really think that if you read the Bible with an open mind, you...

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