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If man was created 6,000 years ago, why should we believe the earth is billions of years old? Is this what evolution teaches? If the dinosaurs died out before man Adam and Eve sinned, why would God call these early creative days “very good”? How does this harmonize with the Bible teaching that by one man death was brought on the earth and by one man death was conquered?

Genesis opens with the universe and our earth already created. Genesis chapter 1 is told from the point of view of God looking at the earth and beginning its specific creative works including mankind. Genesis 2 continues from the point of view of Adam, [...]

What is the meaning of Isaiah 9:6? “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

In Isaiah 7:14, Israel was told, “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign; behold the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel ("God is with us"). In Isaiah 9:2, Jesus is described [...]

What does Genesis 10:25 mean when it says, “Eber had two sons, one was named Peleg, because in his time the earth was divided…”. (United States)

How and when was the earth divided? This occurred during Peleg’s life. Peleg was Shem’s son, and his name means "to divide or to split”. (See Strong’s Concordance Hebrew word H6389.) The division of the earth here refers to the division and dispersion of humanity [...]

Why did Satan want the crucifixion to take place if he knew it would lead to the salvation of mankind?

This is a very important question. God never revealed the outcome of His secret plan to Satan nor to any other unbelieving, disobedient beings. Satan did not know the crucifixion would lead to mankind’s salvation. (See Revelation 5:1-7.)God only shares His plans with His [...]

What does it mean in Genesis 10:25 when it says for in his days the earth was divided? (United States)

Shem's son was Peleg. The name Peleg means "to divide or to split”. See Strong’s Concordance Hebrew word H6389. The division of the earth here refers to the division and dispersion of humanity that happened after the Tower of Babel was under construction. Genesis [...]

Who is the mother of Mary?

Mary, the mother of Jesus, was an ordinary but remarkable Jewish woman. God specifically chose her to give birth to Jesus, the Messiah of the tribe of Judah and of the lineage of David. Luke 1:26-28,31,35: (NIV) “In the sixth month of Elizabeth's pregnancy, God sent the [...]

What do these mean according to Scripture: the broad way, the narrow way, the highway of holiness

The broad way, the narrow way, the highway of holinessWhen Adam and Eve sinned, they (and all their children) began to walk down the "broad way" to death. Matthew 7:13: (CSB) “…the gate is wide and the road broad that leads to destruction, and there are [...]

With all the corruption going on in our U.S. federal government, are there scriptural admonitions in the Proverbs or Ssalms or elsewhere in the Bible that point to proper governing? (United States)

“8 Ask me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession. 9 You will break them with a rod of iron; you will dash them to pieces like pottery. 10 Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, [...]

How do we know Paul isn't a false preacher? (United States)

The Apostle Paul was not called to be one of the Twelve Apostles during Jesus’ earthly life. Thus, some doubted saying he was not an apostle (1 Corinthians 9:2). Others even accused Paul of preaching a different gospel. Nothing could be farther from the truth! [...]

What are the different benefits between being a friend of God and a son of God? How can one attain to either relationship? (Nigeria)

Yes, the Bible does teach there is a difference between being a friend of God or a son of God. This distinction can be found in both the Old and New Testaments. Isaiah 41:8 (NIV), “But you, Israel, my servant, Jacob, whom I have [...]

How can I overcome sinful behaviors? I've tried so hard, and I still fail. (United States)

"I will go in the strength of the Lord God: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only." (Psalm 71:16) THE tears and sorrows and battlings in strife against the world, the flesh, and the devil are all very necessary in [...]

Where did the Israelites get porpoise skins for the tabernacle while in the desert? (United States)

In Exodus 35:6-7, God instructs the Israelites in the wilderness to contribute materials for the construction of the Tabernacle. In addition to the precious metals of gold, silver and copper, they brought, “blue, purple and crimson yarns, fine linen, goats’ hair, tanned ram skins, [...]

Hebrews 4:12 (NKJV), "For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart." Is the verse speaking of Jesus or the Bible when referencing “word?”

The Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance (Greek word G3056, logos) includes as the meaning: intention, purpose, plan, something said (including the thought); communication (mouthpiece, special messenger); a topic; reasoning; a motive.” It also means “divine expression.” The Greek word logos is used 331 times in the New [...]

Is there any difference between spirit, soul and body? When does the soul enter the fetus?

What is the soul? “The LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life (Hebrew: ruach – spirit of life), and man became a living soul” (Genesis 2:7). God did not give a soul [...]

What is the Bible's meaning of wisdom?

The Bible meaning of wisdom is clearly stated in Proverbs 1:2, “To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding.”Wisdom together with understanding appears many times in the Bible. Knowing facts alone doesn’t necessarily mean perceiving understanding (or wisdom).This definition of wisdom (“to [...]

What do scriptures say about voting in general elections?

This is a question debated among Christians. The Apostle Peter calls us “foreigners and exiles” (1 Peter 2:11 NIV). The apostle Paul wrote, "Our citizenship is in heaven." (Philippians 3:20) Thus, Christians are a separate “holy nation...the people of God” (1 Peter 2:9-10).Paul further explains our position on earth [...]

Please explain Psalms 91:9-10, "Because you have made the LORD, who is my refuge, Even the Most High, your dwelling place, No evil shall befall you, Nor shall any plague come near your dwelling…"

This entire Psalm is very encouraging. It begins by promising that those who dwell in the shelter of the Most High and remain under His shadow, will find refuge in Him. When snares and pestilences come, we are protected under His wings. How do we [...]

What is the importance, power, and potential of an adolescent girl? (Ghana)

An adolescent girl is very important. Her simple idealism, faith, hope, and vigor can be a source of encouragement to other believers. She can begin to serve God with her whole being to His glory. Mary was an adolescent when God favored her to [...]

Does Satan have power to claim, kill or take away someone's life? (Uganda)

Hebrews 2:14 (NIV), “Since the children have flesh and blood, he (Jesus) too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death--that is, the devil-’’ How much does Satan have to [...]

What made Israel different from other nations in the Old Testament? They conquered by killing men, women, children and in some instances livestock. In modern-day culture, we call that genocide.

Israel descended from Abraham. God told Abraham to leave his ancestral homeland and go to “the land which I shall show you”. (Genesis 12:1). Abraham did as he was told. However, God also told him that he would NOT own anything in that land, [...]

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