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Why don’t we use Yeshua instead of Jesus?
Question: Someone asked me why Yeshua, which is believed to be the real name of Christ, is never used today because of the English translation. Jesus is believed to be a corruption of Yeshua. What is your view on this? Answer: We use “Jesus” because that is the English transliteration of the Greek spelling of…
Read MoreWhen did God take Israel and Judah back?
Question: When exactly did God take both Israel and Judah back? Answer: When Judah returned from the Babylonian captivity, they did not come alone. “So all Israel was enrolled by genealogies; and behold, they are written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. And Judah was carried away into exile to Babylon for their…
Read MoreAre there any prophecies about Julius Caesar and Cleopatra in the Bible?
Question: Are there any prophecies about Julius Caesar and Cleopatra in the Bible? Answer: People claim to see Julius Caesar and Cleopatra in Daniel 11:17-19, “He will set his face to come with the power of his whole kingdom, bringing with him a proposal of peace which he will put into effect; he will also…
Read MoreHow could I have behaved as I did if I was a child of God?
Question: This will most likely be an unusual situation. I apologize for the length but felt some background was needed. I’m over 60 years old. I was baptized and received the Holy Ghost when I was about 20. My childhood was very bad. I had an accident that left me disfigured so my childhood was…
Read MoreDid sacrifices forgive sins?
Question: Good day, Recently the topic of “rolling forward” sins came up in a Sunday School class, and I decided to study the matter. This led me to the following web page: Were sins rolled forward under the Old Law? The compelling part of the argument given is Leviticus 4:20, which states that “the priest…
Read MoreI appreciate that you post your sermon texts and not just audio files
Question: Hello, Hope this email finds you well I just wanted to send a quick message to express my appreciation for your website. The fact that you take the time to post sermons in text form rather than audio-only is a tremendous help in studying the word. I have learned a great deal from studying your collection…
Read MoreDoes God’s foreknowledge only apply to groups?
Question: I just read your article on the subject of predestination and foreknowledge. I very well understood the difficulties and struggle of trying to explain subjects like these and wish to appreciate your efforts I just want you to look at Acts 13:48 and Ephesians 2:10. I will like to know how these tie into…
Read MoreWhy can’t I change my husband?
Question: I have been a single mom since the day my son was born. Even when I was married, I still felt like I was a single mom. Since then my life changed completed and took a different turn around. My main focus was on the church, my job, my school, and my son. I…
Read MoreIf I pray but make preparations for my prayer not to be answered, is that a lack of faith?
Question: Hello, First off, I want to thank you, and those who assist you, for your awesome website and the question and answer section. It’s such a helpful resource for those who are studying God’s word and looking for guidance. I have a question: I am currently going through a situation that has the potential…
Read MoreI am amazed by your website
Question: I preach in the Huntsville Alabama, area at a church of Christ. I came across your web site recently. I am amazed by it. I think it’s great. Keep up the good work. Thanks. Answer: Thank you for the encouragement. I do what I can each day.
Read MoreI fear to teach others because I might be exposed as a hypocrite
Question: I have this friend I used to like. He is going through a rough time. I want to reach out to him, but I don’t approve of his current lifestyle, hence I hesitate. I don’t want him to think I like what he does. What should I do? One of the reasons I don’t…
Read MoreIt had to have been a miracle to cause the Corinthians to change
Question: I’m finding a hard time believing that the people of Corinth actually repented, as you call it. I believe so many of them most have been probably struggling with sin because if you read I Corinthians 6:11, it says they were washed, sanctified and justified all in the name of Jesus, and that applies…
Read MoreIs it right not to give to the church because you gave it to the poor?
Question: Hello, Please help me answer this question: A friend of mine told me that as he was going to church yesterday he met someone who was sick, and he gave all that he has on him that day to the sick person. Instead of using that money to give to the church, he gave…
Read MoreYou have made me a better person
Question: Beloved, Thank you for these sermons. I have enough materials to study, and I speak with so much authority in church nowadays. Today, I treated Satan as a topic. There were brethren who for ages had not heard anything on it. It was shocking to learn that we talk about him so much without…
Read MoreI use your site when my preacher isn’t available
Question: I am a member of the church seeking Biblical answers to questions. My local preacher is most helpful, but at 5 am or 10 pm, when questions seek answers, your site is most helpful with clear and concise articles. Thank you Answer: You’re welcome.
Read MoreDid God divorce all of Israel or only the northern tribes?
Question: In Jeremiah 3:8, who did God divorce? Was it the House of Israel (ten northern tribes) only or all twelve tribes? Thank you. Answer: “Then the LORD said to me in the days of Josiah the king, “Have you seen what faithless Israel did? She went up on every high hill and under every…
Read MoreShould I date someone who might have been married before?
Question: Hi, I’m a Christian and in my late twenties. There is this young woman at my workplace whom I am really interested in. I don’t know her too well, but I do know that she is very sweet and that she claims to be a Christian. The problem is that I think that she…
Read MoreWho is the bird of prey in Isaiah 46:11?
Question: Calling a bird of prey from the east, The man who executes My counsel, from a far country. Indeed I have spoken it; I will also bring it to pass. I have purposed it; I will also do it. (Isaiah 46:11) Can you tell me who the “bird of prey” and “the man who executes My counsel” here is?…
Read MoreIs God punishing me for not following His plan?
Question: There is a longer version of the story behind this question, but for now, I will give you the short and sweet version. Several years ago, God gave me an opportunity that I believe was His intended plan for my life. However, I ended up not taking it because I was struggling with false…
Read MoreShould I attend a birthday party where people involved in sin will be?
Question: What would you do if going to a family birthday with people you love a lot meant you would be around a gay couple? Half of our family are not Christians and will say we are too judgmental. Answer: “Then it happened that as Jesus was reclining at the table in the house, behold,…
Read MoreWhy are people who want a personal relationship with Jesus against religion?
Question: I hear many folks, seemingly of the denominational world, speak of having a “personal relationship” with Jesus or God. They tend to pit this against religion as if they take offense to the notion of religion. Can you speak to the “personal relationship” idea as I can’t seem to fully understand what the attempt…
Read MoreAre all remarried people adulterers?
Question: In the New Testament, we can make this general observation: When porneia is use independently, it refers to all immoral sexual acts. When it is used in a list with moicheia (the Greek word for “adultery”), it takes on a narrower definition of immoral sexual acts before marriage and moicheia refers to immoral sexual…
Read MoreDid Bathsheba tempt David?
Question: Just a quick question, I’m curious as to what your thoughts are. Do you believe that Bathsheba had some scheme in mind or was just as guilty as David was by bathing where she could be seen? After all, she was on her own property and perhaps, did not realize that someone would be watching…
Read MoreHow can I move on without any regrets?
Question: Hi, I am a 22-year-old girl. I did a horrible thing in my life. I got back with my boyfriend I have once dated a long time back. Everything was going well until he started asking for sex. l tried to talk to him about not having sex before marriage, but he didn’t listen…
Read MoreHow do I address hoarding with a Christian?
Question: My question is: What scriptural references can I use to address a shopping addiction and hoarding in a Christian? We have addressed the issue with my mother but with no progress so I want to make sure we aren’t missing anything scriptural when attempting to address all of the issues that stem from it…
Read MoreHow could God allow the Gibeonites to kill seven of Saul’s sons?
Question: In II Samuel 21, it speaks of how David spared seven of Saul’s descendants for the Gibeonites to kill, and afterward, God answered prayers. That just doesn’t make sense. Did God justify that once upon a time? Answer: “Now there was a famine in the days of David for three years, year after year;…
Read MoreI put a lot of pressure on myself
Question: I put a lot of pressure on myself to do things right. I sometimes think of rules that sound plausible, and because they sound plausible I follow them. As an example the “Bible says to be responsible with money, so you can’t buy anything that’s unnecessary.” This causes a lot of anxiety and makes…
Read MoreGod doesn’t want me
Question: Hello, I had romantic feelings for a woman who goes to the same church as I do. She used to work where I do and I talked to her every day. But then she got fired and she moved away for several months. Recently, she moved back. I wrote her a letter expressing…
Read MoreYou are totally wrong about the cessation of the spiritual gifts
Question: Hi, I already read so many of your articles and Q&A sections dealing with the cessation of gifts. I have to say, you are totally wrong. One mistake is not referring to this verse: “So that ye come behind in no gift; waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ” (I Corinthians 1:7).…
Read MoreYour information on Matthew 27:63 helped me understand better
Question: Hi, I was doing my daily reading this morning and became a little angry at Matthew 27:63, where the Pharisees called Jesus an “imposter.” Continuing the reading, the sentence said, “This last deception will be worse than the first.” This got me wondering: what did the chief priests and Pharisees mean by “the first”.…
Read MoreHow does God view switching congregations?
Question: Good morning, Mr. Jeffrey! My husband and I have decided to switch our church membership to another local body of believers. God says that He places each member how He sees fit (I Corinthians 12:18), but I cannot find a biblical reference to how God moves people to different churches after they joined their…
Read MoreDoes Colossians 3:2 teach that it is a sin to think about sin?
Question: Is it a sin to think about sin? I read your article about this subject but what about Colossians 3:2? Does it say that it’s a sin to think about sin? Answer: “Therefore if you have been raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand…
Read MoreDoes God have a say in whom we choose as a spouse?
Question: I have a question concerning finding a wife (or husband for the woman). Does God have any say in whom we choose as our wife? Does God help us in any way such as leading us to a particular woman as if it was destined? Or does God bring us to a particular woman…
Read MoreSince baptism is like circumcision, then isn’t it unnecessary?
Question: I would like to know, is it really important for a grown person to be baptized? If you feel like you are renewing your inner spirit man and reading the Bible and spending alone time with God, then isn’t that enough? It’s the same as what Paul describes circumcision and uncircumcision. Why is it…
Read MoreDoes God select our true names?
Question: I have been reading through your website and I find a lot of answers to my questions. I have also shared the link to it in our group. I thank God, first of all for the wisdom He’s given you. Thank you for your time using it. I really appreciate it. Please let me know…
Read MoreDoes Matthew 16:27 refer to Judgment Day?
Question: I have difficulty understanding Matthew 16:27. Does it refer to the Day of Judgment or is it an allusion to Daniel’s prophecy in Daniel 7? I read two articles on your site and there are different views on both of them. How Could a Loving God Send Me to Hell? says Matthew 16:27 refers…
Read MoreDid Jesus have long hair because the Shroud of Turin shows long hair?
Question: Hi. Catholics and other denominations think Jesus had long hair because of the Shroud of Turin. What is your say on this? Answer: The Shroud of Turin first appeared in 1354. It is a 14-foot piece of linen cloth with a faint depiction of a crucified man in the stains of the cloth. The…
Read MoreWould God forgive incest?
Question: Greetings! I would like to ask for some advice about my unrighteousness. I hope you could reply. To get straight to it, I had sex with my brother. It was not really the kind of serious kind of sex because we were just playing around. At that time we were already in the church…
Read MoreReading about the congregation in Nebraska put quite a few thoughts within my heart
Question: I am a member of the church of Christ. Reading about the congregation in Nebraska has put quite a few thoughts within my heart. I am looking forward to visiting this congregation in the future. Maybe too many congregations are putting too much money into their auditorium, too much emphasis on eating, etc. I am going to study…
Read MoreDid Jesus enter the holy of holies twice?
Question: Did Jesus enter the holy of holies twice? Answer: The writer of Hebrews mentions that Jesus entered the true holy of holies, that is he entered into heaven. “For Christ did not enter a holy place made with hands, a mere copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in…
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