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What is the Trinity?

The basic belief in Christianity is that one true God has revealed that He is three Persons, or centers of consciousness, within one Godhead. Because the concept cannot be fully comprehended does not mean the doctrine is irrational or cannot be accurately defined…

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If Someone Committed Suicide, Are They in Hell?

One of the most disturbing things we ever experience as Christians is the suicide of someone we know and love. It is always a rude shock to our sensibilities. Initially, we find ourselves asking, if only to ourselves, “Will this person go to hell?”…

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Do All Religions Go to the Same Heaven?

Today’s culture often suggests there are many ways to heaven. Is this true? What did Jesus teach about the way a person can reach heaven?…

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Are the Generations Listed in Matthew Wrong?

In Matthew 1:1-16, it mentions 14 generations 3 times, then in verse 17 it says again 14 generations 3 times for a total of 42. But when you count there are only 41 generations. Could you please explain this to me?…

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Do Humans Inherently Know God?

The Westminster Confession of Faith declares that the chief end of man is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever. At the time it was written, few Westerners had any real doubts as to which God it referred to. Today it is a different story entirely. The sheer number of religions confuses people when it comes to truth claims…

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What Does it Mean to Have a “Spirit Filled Life”?

I hear so many Christians talking about “living” for God and “the Spirit leading me,” who are self-oriented in their lives. They seem to glory in their “spirit-filled lives.”…

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Was The Garden of Eden a Real Place?

Indeed, the Bible speaks of it as an actual place on earth that abounded with trees, plants, and animals. It had rivers and a gate (Genesis 2-3). However, critics point out that there is no archaeological evidence that such a place existed. They conclude that the story of Eden is just a myth…

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Was Adam a Real, Historical Person?

Critical scholars generally consider the first chapters of Genesis to be myth, not history. They point to the poetic nature of the text, the parallel of the early chapters of Genesis to other ancient myths, the alleged contradiction of the text with evolution, and the late date for Adam in the Bible…

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What is the Role of the Holy Spirit?

As a fairly new Christian, I have been studying what the Scriptures reveal about God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I have a hunger for God’s Word and want to under­stand as much of it as I can in order that I will be able to share my faith as God gives me the opportunity…

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How Should I Pray?

I have used the concordance in my Bible to look up passages on prayer, and have learned the Lord’s Prayer, which I pray every night before going to bed. I want to learn more of how to prayer, and would like to know what a prayer should include?…

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Is the Bible Filled with Contradictions?

Skeptics often accuse the Bible of being filled with contradictions. The Freedom from Religion Foundation even states, “Paul said, ‘God is not the author of confusion’ (1 Corinthians 14:33), yet never has a book produced more confusion than the Bible!” What truth is there to this accusation?…

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Why Do We Celebrate Easter?

Why Do We Celebrate Easter? We celebrate Easter because it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.  Christians believe that Jesus was killed by crucifixion on a Friday and then actually came back…

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Would a Loving God Send People to Hell?

Would a Loving God Send People to Hell? Dr. John Ankerberg: Erwin, people always raise the argument, “a loving God would never send anyone, or allow anyone to go to…

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Do the Wise Men Belong in a Nativity Scene?

Question: Do the Wise Men Belong in a Nativity Scene? My pastor says that it is “inappropriate” for the Wise Men to be included in our living nativity scene. That…

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What Does The Birth of Jesus Mean?

Question: What Does The Birth of Jesus Mean? I am a relatively new Christian and a non-Christian friend has asked me what the birth of Jesus means to me. I…

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What did Jesus do that only God can do?

Was Jesus Really God? What did Jesus do that only God can do? In Matthew 16, Jesus asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man (referring to…

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Where in the Bible Does Jesus Claim to be God?

Where in the Bible Does Jesus Claim to be God? Jesus Christ is so foundational to Christianity, shouldn’t we know what He claimed? When we consider all the great religious…

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Does God Really Exist?

Does God Really Exist? The very first words in our Bible are “In the beginning God” (Genesis 1:1). Right from the start we are asked to assume that God exists.…

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What is God Like? – Part 2

What is God Like? – Part 2 I’m sure you have heard people say that “God is love.” The Bible tells us that God loves – loves His people –…

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What is God Like? – Part 1

What is God Like?  The Bible tells us many things about what God is like. Some of these qualities (called attributes) are true of God but not of anyone else.…

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Where Does the Bible Teach the Doctrine of the Rapture?

Where Does the Bible Teach the Doctrine of the Rapture? Well, there are really three different passages in the New Testament which are the basic foundational passages for the whole…

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Does God Forget Sin?

Does God Forget Sin? Mercifully, there is a great answer to this question in Jeremiah 31:34; in the latter part of this verse we read: “…declares the Lord, ‘for I…

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How Does Jesus Death Help Me Face My Own Death?

How Does Jesus’ Death Help Me Face My Own Death? Dr. John Ankerberg: Erwin, as we’ve been looking at the topic of death over the past few weeks, you’ve mentioned…

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How To Deal With Temptation

How To Deal With Temptation “I am a Christian. I believe in Jesus as God’s Son and my Savior from sin. I want to live for Him, and obey His…

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Will We Recognize Our Loved Ones in Heaven?

One of our most anticipated desires for heaven is the ability to reunite with loved ones in Christ who have gone before us. What does the Bible say about our ability to recognize our loved ones in heaven?

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Should Christians Use Marijuana if it is Legal in Their State?

It is quite easy for Christians to oppose something when it is illegal. In the past, marijuana usage was illegal across the nation and many Christians argued against the substance on the basis of law. Now the situation has changed. Recreational use of marijuana (as opposed to medical use) is legal in four U.S. states. This shift poses a question for Christians, should we use marijuana if it is legalized in our state?

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Questions about A.D. Episode 5 – The First Martyr

By: Dillon Burroughs; ©2015 Starting on Easter of 2015, NBC began broadcasting a 12 part epic miniseries entitled A.D. This production will tell the story of the death and resurrection…

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Questions about A.D. Episode 1 – The Tomb Is Open

By: Dillon Burroughs; ©2015 Starting on Easter of 2015, NBC began broadcasting a 12 part epic miniseries entitled A.D. This production will tell the story of the death and resurrection…

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Questions about A.D. Episode 4 – The Wrath

By: Dillon Burroughs; ©2015 Starting on Easter of 2015, NBC began broadcasting a 12 part epic miniseries entitled A.D. This production will tell the story of the death and resurrection…

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Questions about AD Explored Episode 2 – The Body Is Gone

By: Dillon Burroughs; ©2015 Starting on Easter of 2015, NBC began broadcasting a 12 part epic miniseries entitled A.D. This production will tell the story of the death and resurrection…

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