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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 [...]

Kindly explain Psalms 149:1-9.

We will focus on the latter half of Psalm 149. Verse one explains that this Psalm is about the saints or godly ones.Psalm 149:1 (NASB95), “Praise the LORD! Sing to the LORD a new song his praise in the assembly of the godly!” [Revelation [...]

Is Star of David a satanic symbol? (Canada)

The six-pointed star is a very ancient symbol that is found in ancient cultures all around the world. It does appear in pagan cultures and pagan religious practices. However, there is no historical evidence that this ‘Star of David’ has ever been directly incorporated into Satanic [...]

What scriptures of the Old Testament tell us that a Savior will be born? (United States)

A building has an architect. Then he employs a master workman to actually build the structure. Even though the architect does not lift a hammer in the construction process, people the credit the structure as belonging to the architect. No one even knows the [...]

What does Paul mean by “that I may know him and the power of His resurrection,” Philippians 3:10? (Sierra Leone)

There is a special fellowship established between God, Jesus, and true Christians. Jesus says it is very difficult to get to know the Lord. Difficult? Yes. God is so high and we are so low, it is difficult to get well acquainted. How do [...]

Why do preachers apply prophecies meant for the Jews to present Christians? Also, a preacher applied Isaiah 41:10 to people alive today using an antitypical "Cyrus" to deliver Israel.

Often Christian teachers apply what appears to be double meanings to certain prophecies. For example, there was the literal Jewish temple and the symbolic temple spoken of by Jesus. John 2:19-20 (NKJV), “Jesus…said to them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise [...]

How can Christians be holy? (Ghana)

To be holy is to only do God’s will. We grow in holiness as we submit to God’s will in the little things of our lives. Luke 16:10 (NLT), “If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones…”So one [...]

I made a consecration in Christ, yet I fellowship with members of a different Protestant church. Is it ok, or do I need to go to the church where I made my consecration?

We are living in the harvest period of the Gospel Age. Now, the “wheat” is being separated from the "tares." Originally, Jesus sowed the wonderful gospel message. The seed was pure, and wheat (true Christians) grew. “But while his men (the apostles) were sleeping, [...]

What are the daily role(s) of a genuine Christian? (Malawi)

This is an excellent question for every Christian to ask themselves. We will consider “roles” as our “daily behaviors.” Our Lord said, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.” (Luke 9:23) [...]

I have been studying a lot about Israel. The Bible refers to Israel as "her," why? (United States)

Because God calls Himself Israel’s husband. If you read the short book of Hosea, you will see God identifying as Israel's husband and Israel identified as an unfaithful prostitute. Whenever Israel would look to earthly governmental alliances for protection and help, God viewed that [...]

What should I do to be holy? (Germany)

1 Peter 1:15-16 (NKJV), “as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, ‘Be holy, for I am holy.’” To be holy is to be dedicated to righteousness, love, and justice. It is godliness. Our [...]

In Mark 6:5 it says Jesus was not even able to do one work of power. Can you explain this? (United Kingdom)

Mark 6:4-6 (NASB20), 4 “Jesus said to them, 'A prophet is not dishonored except in his hometown and among his own relatives, and in his own household.’ 5 And He could not do any miracle there except that He laid His hands on a [...]

Which ways can you see the benefits of salvation? (Kenya)

What is it like to walk with God as His precious, saved child? It’s wonderful and blessed. “The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. [...]

I don’t know if I believe in Christ. Does faith begin with obedience? Is faith an act of obedience or are we supposed to feel/sense something? Does God ever reveal Himself to let us know that He is real? (United States)

God has revealed Himself through creation. Look about you. God must be omnipotent and omniscient in order to create the universe. The wisdom and power displayed in the natural creation are beyond human comprehension. When He chose to create life, justice would require that [...]

Is it a sin to celebrate Halloween?

Halloween's origins are somewhat disputed. As best we can tell, the American holiday started as a Pagan celebration called Samhain, a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and beginning of winter. Later, churches decided to supplant it as the night before [...]

What is the place of the tithe under the New Covenant in the light of Hebrews chapter 6 and 7?

Hebrews 6:20, 7:2,5,6 (NIV), “where Jesus our forerunner has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever in the order of Melchizedek… 7:2 and Abraham apportioned to him a tenth of everything…5 Now the law requires the descendants of Levi who [...]

What are spiritual blessings based on 2 Peter 1:3-4? (Jamaica)

2 Peter 1:3-4 (ESV), “His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence (virtue), by which he has granted to us his precious and [...]

What does the Bible say about when to evangelize and when not to evangelize?

“Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season;…” 2 Timothy 4:2. “Apples of gold in settings of silver is a word spoken in right circumstances.” Proverbs 25:11 (NASB95)When talking to people who are inquiring about the way to the Lord, we need [...]

Do you think the technology age will ever be able to make salvation demonstrable? (United States)

Salvation occurs in the heart and mind. A person first recognizes he or she is a sinner. Then God helps that one to see that Jesus died for those sins. With grateful heart, the person accepts Jesus as Savior. The next step is a [...]

Some Christians believe the USA will definitely be the primary target for a third war. They say that after this cruel third war, nothing will be left behind in the USA to eat, drink, or even live. Will God allow this? (United States)

The location of the final battle is Jerusalem, not the USA. Joel 3:12, 14, 16-17 (KJV), 12 “Let the heathen be wakened, and come up to the valley of Jehoshaphat: for there will I sit to judge all the heathen round about. ... 16 [...]