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2022-10-12 |
"This Generation":
What generation is being spoken of in Luke 21, when He says "this generation" and what is the event to which He refers? [Luke 21:32-33, Matthew 1,Luke 21:5, Matthew 24:36]. |
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2022-10-07 |
Wedding Feast Parable:
Could you help me sort out what the parable of the "Wedding Feast" is about, especially the part about the guest being thrown out? [Matthew 22:9-14, Colossians 1:13, John 3:5]. |
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2022-10-07 |
Jesus Announcing Himself as Messiah:
Did Jesus directly state that He was the Jewish Messiah? [John 4:26, Matthew 16:16-17, Matthew 26:63-6, John 10:11]. Jesus Announcing Himself as Messiah: Did Jesus ever make it clear to the Jewish leadershp that He was the Messiah? Jewish Denial of the Resurrection: How did the Jewish people deal with the miracle of the resurrection? [Matthew 28:11-13]. |
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2022-10-07 |
Jesus Announcing Himself as Messiah:
Did Jesus directly state that He was the Jewish Messiah? [John 4:26, Matthew 16:16-17, Matthew 26:63-6, John 10:11]. Jesus Announcing Himself as Messiah: Did Jesus ever make it clear to the Jewish leadershp that He was the Messiah? Jewish Denial of the Resurrection: How did the Jewish people deal with the miracle of the resurrection? [Matthew 28:11-13]. |
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2022-10-07 |
"The Golden Rule":
Are verses 13 & 14 actually part of the passage reflecting "The Golden Rule?" [Matthew 7:12-14, Philippians 2:4, Romans 12:10, Romans 13:10, Galatians 5:14, Ephesians 5:2]. |
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2022-10-06 |
Defining "Christianity" and "Born Again":
Caller disagrees that "following Jesus" is what defines Christianity rather than being "born again." Once one is "born again", they cannot be "unborn." [Acts 11:26, Matthew 7:21, Luke 14:33, Matthew 7:21, John 8:31]. Apostasy after Rebirth: How could one become "unborn" after being "born again?" [Hebrews 3:12, John 15:6, Romans 11:22, I John 5:11-12, John 15]. |
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2022-10-04 |
Deny Yourself-Take Up Your Cross:
Does the verse " deny yourself. Take up your cross and follow me" mean that it is required for salvation? [Matthew 16:24, Luke 9:23, Luke 6:40]. |
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2022-10-04 |
Satan's Making of Hell:
Have you ever heard the doctrine that Satan and the other fallen angels actually created hell? [Matthew 25:41, Revelation 20:10]. Demons Clairvoyant: Is Satan and his demons clairvoyant or psychic-or possibly omniscient? Feeling Condemned: Satan and his demons love to make us feel condemned and guilty, right? [I John 3:20-21]. |
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2022-10-03 |
"Wheat & Tares" & "Ezekiel's Temple":
Could you comment on what Dispensationalist's believe about the "Wheat & Tares" parable and the rebuilding of the temple? [Matthew 13]. |
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2022-10-03 |
Divorce or Separation:
Caller shares her pastor's insight about separation and divorce in scripture. Recommended; topical article on Marriage. [Matthew 7:31-32].. |
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2022-10-03 |
"Iniquity" Forgiven in New Testament:
How can iniquity be forgiven in the New Testament? [Matthew 7:23, Acts 13:39, Psalm 51:17]. |
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2022-09-29 |
Repetition in Prayers:
What about the effectiveness of repetitive prayers? [Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 6:7, James 5:16, Luke 18:1-8]. |
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2022-09-27 |
Disagreement-Asking for Forgiveness is Unnecessary:
Caller presents a case as to why we are already forgiven, making asking for forgiveness unnecessary. [I John 1:7-9, Hebrews 10:17, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:32, John 8:31, I Timothy 6:3-4, Matthew 28:20, Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 6:46]. |
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2022-09-27 |
Home Church:
What qualifies as a "home church?" Is just my wife and I enough for a home church? [Mathew 18:19-20]. |
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2022-09-27 |
"Lord Lord-I Never Knew You":
Who are the people being referred to in the scripture that says they cry out to "Lord, Lord" and He says, "I never knew you?" [Matthew 7:21, Luke 6:46, I Corinthians 13]. |
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2022-09-26 |
Kingdom of God-Only for the Jews:
Is the current "Kingdom of God" only for the Jews? [Matthew 28:18, Matthew 22:7, Revelation 5:9-10, 2 Timothy 2:15]. |
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2022-09-23 |
Blessing Israel:
Should we bless Israel today? If so, what does this symbolize? [Numbers 23:20, Matthew 5:45, I Corinthians 16:22, Genesis 12:3]. |
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2022-09-23 |
God as Father:
Didn't people in the Old Testament understand God as Father, also? [Psalm 103:13, Isaiah 49:15, Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 5-7]. |
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2022-09-21 |
Regeneration-New World or Rebirth:
Did the "new world" begin in Matthew 19 with the twelve sitting on the thrones? [Matthew 19:27-28, Revelation 3:21, Revelation 20:4, Luke 22:28-30, Titus 3:5, Galations 2:7]. The Kingdom Now-Spiritual or Physical?: Do you think that the Kingdom of God is a spiritual thing now, but will be realized later at the inception of the New Earth? [Romans 14:17, Galatians 5, I John 3:2]. |
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2022-09-21 |
Jesus & the Law:
What was the relationship between Jesus and the Mosaic Law? [Galatians 4:4, Matthew 5:24, Matthew 12:8]. |
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2022-09-21 |
The Rapture of the Dead:
Is the "dead" in I Timothy 5 and in I Thessalonians 4, the same application relative to the rapture? [Matthew 24, I Timothy 5:6, I Thessalonians 4:14-16, I Corinthians 15]. |
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2022-09-20 |
Communion Wine & One Shared Cup:
Is it unacceptable to subsitute juice in place of wine for communion, and must we share one cup to do it scripturally? [I Corinthians 13, I Corinthians 11]. Baptized in Jesus' Name Only: Must one be baptized in the name of Jesus only? [I Corinthians 10, Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:20, Colossians 2:9]. Legalistic Teachers: Should I stop listening to someone who seems to be mistaken and overly legalistic? |
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2022-09-19 |
Judas & Hitler in Heaven:
Do you think we will see Judas or Hitler in heaven in the resurrection. [Matthew 27:3].
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2022-09-19 |
John the Baptist as Elijah:
Is John the Baptist a reincarnation of Elijah? [Matthew 17:12, Matthew 11:12, Malachi 4:5-6, John 1:21].
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2022-09-15 |
Conscience & Confession:
How much detail ought I go into when I confess of my sins and offenses I have committed against others. Recommended topical lectures; "Forgiveness" and calls at Matthew713.com [Matthew 5:24, I John 1:9]. |
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2022-09-15 |
Judgment-Price Was Paid:
Caller shares that Jesus has paid for all your sin, past, present and future. "Mid-Acts Dispensationalism": What do you say to a "Mid-Acts Dispensationalist" (Gospel of Grace) when you do not agree with their position? Recommends Matthew713.com notes: Paul Charts. [Galatians 1:8, Acts 20:24-25, Matthew 20:21, Matthew 28:31, Mark 1:14-15]. |
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2022-09-14 |
Evangelism's Urgency-Hell is Pending
Is it practical to speak the gospel to everyone we meet-especially when they may end up in hell if we do not? Recommends Steve's book; "Hell-Three Christian Views" or the topical lectures; "Three Views of Hell." [Matthew 11:29, Isaiah 50:4]. |
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2022-09-14 |
Resurrection-Others Raised from the Tomb:
What do you think of the story of other people coming out of their tombs at the same time of the resurrection? [Matthew 27:51-53]. |
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2022-09-13 |
Heaven & the Resurrection (Sadducees & Pharisees):
Was there anything earlier in Jewish teaching that would have described the afterlife, the resurrection or heaven before Jesus said there would be no marriage in heaven? [Matthew 22:30]. |
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2022-09-12 |
Christian's Involvement in Politics:
Since Jesus indicated that we should not be involved in politics when He said "His Kingdom is not in this world", what do you think? [John 18:36, Matthew 28:18, Luke 12:48]. |
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2022-09-02 |
Wood, Hay & Stubble:
How can you be sure that the verses about wood, hay & stubble are talking aboutthe builders of the church, rather than people's individual works? [I Corinthians 3:12-14, I Corinthtians 1, Acts 2:4-6, 6:4, Matthew 16:24, Luke 9:23]. Bible Commentaries: Can you direct me to any Bible commentary that would support your view of the passages about "wood, hay & stubble"? |
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2022-09-02 |
God's Name (Jehovah or Yahweh):
Is "Jehovah" God's name or is is "Yahweh" (YHWH)? The Lord's Prayer: In the "Lord's Prayer," neither "Jehovah" or "Yahweh" is used, but just "Our Father." [Psalm 103:13-14, Matthew 6:9-13]. |
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2022-09-01 |
Jesus Not Married to Mary Magdalene:
What is the evidence that Jesus was not married to Mary Magdelene? [Matthew 12:48, Hebrews 13:4, I Corinthians 9:5]. |
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2022-08-31 |
Stongholds (in our minds):
How do "strongholds" take hold in our minds? Recommended topical lectures series, "Toward a Radical Christian Counter-culture." [2 Corinthians 10:5-6, I John 2:15, Matthew 28:20]. |
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2022-08-31 |
Degrees of Punishment in Hell:
Is it true that there will be different degrees of punishment in hell? Recommended; Three Views of Hell (the book or the topical lectures). [Luke 12:45, Matthew 11:21, Luke 12:48]. |
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2022-08-30 |
Angles & Demons:
Can angels & demons communicate instantaneously? Hell & Bottomless Pit: If hell is in the heart of the earth, then how can it be a "bottomless pit?" [Revelation 20, Matthew 12:40]. Jonah's Hell Prophecy: Did Jonah prophesy about being in hell comparing it to the belly of the whale? |
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2022-08-29 |
Challenge to the Trinitarian View:
Have you read a Trinitarian view of the passage "no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and how the Holy Spirit as a person fits in here?" [Matthew 11:27, John 1:18, Matthew 24:36]. |
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2022-08-29 |
Facing Fear & Persecution:
Is scripture indicating that damnation awaits, those that simply fear social ostracism, not just those of us who may fear facing physical torture or death at the hand of persecutors? [Proverbs 22:3, Proverbs 27:12, Revelation 12:11, Galatians 1:10, Luke 17:33, Matthew 16:25, Hebrews 2:14-15, Matthew 10:29, Acts 21:13, Philippians 1:12-26, Revelation 2:11, Revelation 21:8]. |
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2022-08-29 |
Prohibited Sexual Behaviors:
Why are some sexual behaviors prohibited, without them being listed specifically in scripture (like premarital sex)? [I Corinthians 12:8-10, Romans 12:6-8, I Thessalonians 4:4, Matthew 19:5-6, Leviticus 18]. |
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2022-08-26 |
Homosexuality:
Is it possible to be a practicing homosexual and still walk with God? When evangelizing a homosexual, should we confront the sin before we try to draw them to the faith? [I Corithians 5:20-21, Galatians 5:19-21, Luke 14:33, Luke 9:23, Matthew 16:24-26]. Committed Homosexual Relationships: Is it acceptable to be in a homosexual relationship if one is really committed to their partner? Raising Children Around Unbelieving Family: Any advice about raising children around family members that don't believe as we do? If we choose to restrict access to some, is that not honoring your father and mother? [Matthew 18:6]. |
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2022-08-26 |
Homosexuality:
Is it possible to be a practicing homosexual and still walk with God? When evangelizing a homosexual, should we confront the sin before we try to draw them to the faith? [I Corithians 5:20-21, Galatians 5:19-21, Luke 14:33, Luke 9:23, Matthew 16:24-26]. Committed Homosexual Relationships: Is it acceptable to be in a homosexual relationship if one is really committed to their partner? Raising Children Around Unbelieving Family: Any advice about raising children around family members that don't believe as we do? If we choose to restrict access to some, is that not honoring your father and mother? [Matthew 18:6]. |
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2022-08-26 |
Paul Taught Different Gospels & Obedience to the Commandments in Matthew:
How would your address someone suggesting that Matthew and Paul preach different Gospels and why we are not obeying all the commandments in Matthew to be saved? [Acts 20:24-25, I Timothy 6:3, Acts 28:30-31, John 8:31, Romans 10:9, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 6:41, Matthew 7:21]. |
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2022-08-25 |
Jesus' Return-"In This Generation":
In Matthew 24 and the reference to " This generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled"...did Jesus already come? [Matthew 24:1-24, Mark 13, Luke 21, Matthew 24:29-31]. |
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2022-08-25 |
Lying:
Is there a time when lying could be justified and acceptable? [Matthew 23:23, Mark 12:30-31, Matthew 22:35-40]. |
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2022-08-24 |
Not Keeping Company With Some:
How does the verse about not keeping company with those that are not living right play out in real life? [2 Thessalonians 3:6, 2 Thessalonians 3:14-15]. Church Discipline & Correction of Fellow Believers: Have you ever seen correction as directed in Matthew 18 ever really work? [Matthew 18:15-20]. Parachurches: Caller comments that many of the traditional churches are the subnormal churches and ministries like The Narrow Path are the real church. |
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2022-08-24 |
Atheist: Believers Compared to Children in Scripture:
Atheist (former evangelist): How does one reconcile the two opposing verses about giving up childish things and being directed to come as a child? [I Corinthians 13:11, Hebrews 5:13-14, Matthew 18:3]. |
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2022-08-23 |
The Lord's Prayer:
Is "The Lord's Prayer" to be recited as a group corporately, or individually prayed? [Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 11:1-13]. Gender Pronouns: If someone insists that I use a particular pronoun for them, with which I do not agree, is it wrong to comply? |
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2022-08-23 |
This Generation Will See Christ's Return:
Is it possible that the generation following Israel becoming a nation will see the return of Christ? Reommended topical lecture; What are We to Make of Israel?" [Matthew 24:34, Luke 21, Mark 13]. |
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2022-08-22 |
Improving My Prayers:
How can I improve my praying and become more confident and trusting? [James 1:6, Psalm 115:2-4, John 8:44, Revelation 12:9, Matthew 7:11, I Peter 5:7, I John 5:14]. |
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2022-08-19 |
Atheist: About Eschatology:
Why is there a tremendous amount of interest in the apocalypse (eschatology)? Do you think the focus is healthy? Atheist: Jesus' Return: Isn't there a scripture that says Jesus would return before that generation would pass away? [Matthew 24:34, Matthew 16:28]. Atheist: Rebuilding of the Temple: Do you think that the temple will be rebuilt and what would it mean if it is rebuilt? |