Question: In Hebrews 6:4, it says “[it is impossible to restore those who have become] partakers of the Holy Spirit” Does this mean that someone receiving the Holy Spirit (getting saved), if they fall away they cannot be recovered? Answer: This is certainly a passage that troubles many. However, a…
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Is Anxiety Or Depression A Sin? | Q&A
Question: I’ve heard it said that depression and anxiety are sins. How should I respond to this? Is there a biblical basis for this, or should it be corrected? Answer: The answer is: “It depends.” So, I want to answer this question in three parts. First, I will look at…
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When Was Water Created? |Q&A
Question: In Genesis 1:2, we read, “the Spirit of God is hovering over the face of the waters.”So this is before creation, so where does the water come from? Why does it exist before the first day? And if there is the “face of the water”, it seems there must…
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Which Term: “Church” Or “Assembly”? | Q&A
Question: What is the significance of the terms “Church” and “Assembly”?Do we use Church and assembly interchangeably? Answer: A reasonable place to start is with a little history. The Greek word translated “church” in the New Testament is ekklesia. A literal translation of ekklesia would be “a called-out assembly.” How we got our…
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Seven Spirits of God (Rev. 3:1) | Q&A
Question: Rev 3:1 speaks of the seven spirits of God. What does this mean in reference to the Spirit of God? Answer: It is important to remember that Revelation is a highly symbolic book. We must keep this in mind when seeking the meaning of any term or phrase. Not…
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People’s Rights (Part 2) | Q&A
Question: In America, we are defensive about our rights, and we see in the Scriptures that Paul did not hesitate to use his right as a Roman citizen. Is it appropriate for Christians to be concerned about the government infringing on our rights? Lots of Christians are using this to…
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People’s Rights (Part 1) | Q&A
Question: In America, we are defensive about our rights, and we see in the Scriptures that Paul did not hesitate to use his right as a Roman citizen. Is it appropriate for Christians to be concerned about the government infringing on our rights? Lots of Christians are using this to…
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Was God Threatened By Man Building Babel? |Q&A
Question: Genesis 11:6—“Now nothing they propose to do will be withheld from them.” It seems like man united could do anything they wanted, so God confused their language so they wouldn’t be united? God is all-powerful, but this sounds like he felt threatened by man uniting? Answer: In a way…
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Does An Unforgiving Spirit Jeopardize Salvation? | Q&A
Question: Does an unforgiving spirit jeopardize salvation? (Matt 6:14–15) If someone gives their life to Jesus [i.e., is saved] … and they die before they were able to forgive someone, does that mean they lose their salvation? Because God won’t forgive you if you don’t forgive? Answer: This question gives…
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What Things Do We Seek Above (Colossians 3:1) ? | Q&A
Question: Colossians 3:1 …. seek those things which are above. What does that mean? What are “things above”? Answer: Paul’s epistles begin with an exposition of doctrine, some revelation of truth, and then show the practical implications of that doctrine. Romans and Ephesians are good examples of this pattern. Romans…
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Rulers In Open Shame (Col 2:15) | Q&A
Question: In Colossians 2:15—how did he [Christ] make a public spectacle of rulers and authorities? Answer: The full verse is He disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him. This question may seem to only require a simple answer. But, it comes in…
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Which Modern Translation is Best? (Addendum A) | Q&A
Question: Which is the most accurate translation of the Bible in contemporary English? Answer (Addendum A): Please remember the “Disclaimer” in the first post. It is natural to add to the question asked: What about the end of Mark and the beginning of John 8? These are the largest and…
