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Please explain “star differing from star in glory” in 1 Corinthians 15:41. Is this a collective or individual work as a new creature regarding our positions of honor in the kingdom? Is it proportionate to the zeal of our faithfulness in our walk?

Yes, it is an individual work with a heavenly reward proportionate to faithful zeal.1 Corinthians 15:40-42 (NKJV), 40 “There are also celestial bodies and terrestrial bodies; but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another. 41 There [...]

Why did God harden Pharaoh’s heart? Doesn’t God want everyone to be saved?

Several scriptures in Exodus say, “I will harden his heart.” Exodus 4:21 is letting Moses know the outcome of the ten plagues before they even happen. Exodus 7:13 (and 7:22; 9:12,35) says, “He hardened Pharaoh’s heart that he hearkened not unto them, as the [...]

Romans 9:11-18. I cannot understand why God hardens some peoples hearts so they will not understand. Why then does the word also say He does not wish that any should perish. I’m so confused and every version of the Bible does not get through to my understanding of these scriptures. (United States)

Romans 9:11, 14-16, 18 (ESV), 11 “. . . God’s purpose of election might continue, not because of works but because of him who calls-- ... 14 What shall we say then? Is there injustice on God's part? By no means! 15 For he [...]

Please explain Romans 3:21-31. (India)

Romans 3:21, “But now the righteousness of God without (apart from) the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets;” The Gospel was pictured or foreshadowed in the Law. The Law convicted Jews and Gentiles of sin. It pointed to a [...]

Are there any references to income for the apostles?

Some scriptures do reflect reasonable as well as wealthy incomes for the apostles. However, no apostle’s income increased as a result of following Jesus. The apostle Matthew was a tax collector. Luke 5:27-29: (NKJV) 27 “After these things He (Jesus) went out and saw a tax [...]

Could you explain 1 Corinthians 7:19 ? Are we suppose to keep the 10 Commandments, because I thought in Galatians Paul says we are no longer under a tutor. (United States)

True, Christians are not under the Law Covenant as Paul wrote in Galatians 3:24. The Law Covenant was made only with the nation of Israel. Paul was explaining to Jews who converted to Christianity that they specifically were not under the Law any more. [...]

Which biblical scriptures verify that God's servants like Abraham, Moses, Noah, etc. will not be part of heavenly class? (Uganda)

The context of the following scripture is Peter's sermon at Pentecost Acts 2:29,34 (KJV), 29 “Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulcher is with us unto this day. [...]

Why do people use the statement, “The Lord doesn’t give me more than I can handle,” when that statement is not in the Bible? (United States)

Actually, for the Christian, the thought is in the Bible. 1 Corinthians 10:13: (NET) “No trial has overtaken you that is not faced by others. And God is faithful: He will not let you be tried beyond what you are able to bear, but with [...]

Explain the experience of what happened when Moses’ face glowed. Then afterward Moses would cover his face. (Exodus 34:33-35)

Exodus 34:33-35 (ESV), 33 “And when Moses had finished speaking with them (the Israelites), he put a veil over his face. 34 Whenever Moses went in before the LORD to speak with him, he would remove the veil, until he came out. And when [...]

What does the dove mean in the Bible? (Zambia)

A dove is a favorite figure with the Jews as an emblem of peace and salvation. Indeed, Noah’s dove, with its olive branch, seems to have become such a symbol to all nations. A dove, by its nature, is a symbol of the spirit [...]

Hebrews 12:1 (NKJV), "Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us." Do you this the verse is talking about those of our loved ones who have go before us and are watching over us like angels ? Or what does this verse mean? (United States)

This verse begins with “therefore” meaning it is the conclusion of an argument presented in Hebrews 11. Chapter 11 is all about the faith of those ancient men and women who lived before Jesus was born. It records acts of faith of Abel, Enoch, [...]

What virtues did the people have in Acts 9? (Lesotho)

There are a number of noble Christians mentioned in the 9th chapter of Acts. Most notably is the Apostle Paul, then known as Saul. In verses 1-9, the marvel of his conversion is narrated. Paul’s sincerity of conscience is demonstrated in the very fact [...]

What is the difference between Peter's denial of Jesus and Judas' betrayal of Jesus?

Judas planned his betrayal of Jesus. Matthew 26:14-16 (NKJV), 14 “Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests 15 and said, 'What are you willing to give me if I deliver him to you?’ And they counted out to [...]

What are the names given to believers in the Bible? (Nigeria)

Jesus encouraged his followers when he said, "Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom" Luke 12:32 (NKJV).In the early church, believers are referred to in Acts 9:2 (NKJV), "and asked letters from him to the [...]

What the meaning of "Son of Man"? I know it is stated 93 times in Ezekiel. (United States)

Throughout the book of Ezekiel, “Son of man” refers to the prophet Ezekiel. Ezekiel 2:1, 6 (NKJV), 1 “And He said to me, ‘Son of man, stand on your feet, and I will speak to you.’ ... 6 ‘And you, son of man, do [...]

In Romans 9:10-13, the Bible says that God chose Jacob over Esau when they had not been born. And God also said that the older will be slave to the younger. God honored Jacob over Esau. Is this like saying, "all human beings are created equal, but some are more equal than others." (Liberia)

Isaiah 46:9-10 (NKJV), 9 "Remember the former things of old, For I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me, 10 Declaring the end from the beginning, And from ancient times things that are not yet [...]

What does King David mean when he said, "The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool." Psalm 110:1. Is David calling Jesus Lord and GOD Lord? (United States)

Consider the Hebrew words in this verse. “JEHOVAH said unto my Lord (Adon), Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.” “Adon” is Strong’s word H113 and it is a general term meaning “mighty one.” It is used throughout [...]

What do we mean by everything is permitted but not everything is beneficial? (Philippines)

1 Corinthians 10:23-24 (NKJV), 23 “All things are lawful for me, but not all things are helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify. 24 Let no one seek his own, but each one the other's well-being.” Verse 23, like [...]

What does 1 Peter 3:19 mean when it says Jesus went and “preached” to the spirits in prison? (tartaroo/hell)

1 Peter 3:18-20 (ESV), 18 “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit, 19 in which he went and proclaimed [...]

What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 12:2-4 (NKJV), 2 “You know that you were Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however you were led. 3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of God calls Jesus accursed, and no one can say that Jesus is Lord except by the Holy Spirit. 4 There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit.” Who is this about? (India)

Chapter 12 is about “spiritual” matters. It identifies at least four different ways or diversities of gifts (verse 4) in which the Holy Spirit operates.Why did Paul first remind the Corinthians that they worshipped dumb idols? Because, they had been deceived. The brethren needed [...]

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