Bible Q&A

The following are Bible questions we have received from visitors to the BIBLE ANSWERS web site, along with the Bible answers we have given. We hope that by sharing these your Bible learning will be enhanced.

We will add more questions and answers as they are received and answered. So, if you have a Bible question, feel free to submit it so others can study it along with you! (All names and places have been removed to maintain the privacy of those who have submitted questions.)

Have miraculous spiritual gifts ceased?
Quarreling over Jesus
What does Revelation 11:1-13 mean?
In Genesis 3:15, who is talking to whom and what does it mean?
What is the "gift of the Spirit" in Acts 2:38?
How did the Jews view the coming of Messiah? (John 7:31)
How do I combat falling away?
What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 5:5?
Is it possible to investigate the church of Christ?
Divorce and remarriage as far as pastors and deacons are concerned
Can a man and woman divorce for any reason...?
What is the real name of Jesus Christ?
Where does the Bible teach free-will and predestination?
Does baptism save you? Or just excepting Jesus Christ as your personal lord and savior?
Are Jehovah's Witnesses right about the 144,000?
What form do we take after this life?
What happens during the thousand year reign of Christ?
How long was Aaron's beard?
Did Jesus go to real mountains when He was on this earth?
Was marine life destroyed in the great flood?
What is meant by Genesis 1:27?
Would it be scriptural to go to a disabled Christian's house to serve her the Lord's Supper?
Are Jehovah Witness more righteous and discipline than any other religion?
Can a Jehovah Witness and a Methodist live together spiritually?
Did Jephthah kill his daughter?
Where can I go in the Bible to know God's will for my life?
What does the Bible tell us about the future?
What does Luke 13:33 mean?
Where will you go when you die?
Where does the Bible say gambling is wrong?
Is the Sabbath still in effect?
Is it a sin to commit suicide?
Is it a sin to drink alcoholic beverages?
Can I be in fellowship with one who has an unscriptural position on MDR if they are not in an unscriptural marriage and they don't teach their position?
What is the Upper Room, and where is it found in the Bible?
What about dinosaurs, evolution and the Bible?
Where do dinosaurs fit into creation?
I would like to know if you think that the days of creation were 24 hour days?
I have been told that according to Biblical genealogy, the approximate age of the universe is 6000 years old. Assuming this is accurate information, how do you defend it?
How specific should the public confession of sin be?
Will the Holy Spirit be removed from the earth?
Can a divorced person participate in public worship services?
Can a person who is forgiven of adultery continue to live in it?
How were people saved before the death of Christ?
Does a church have Bible authority to own a church building?
Do you know the name of Noah's wife?
What about the NIV?
How do you deal with an erring brother that has "withdrawn" himself from the local church?
What is the book of Jasher?
Did Jesus give the apostles power to forgive sins?
Who was the Virgin Mary's father?
How could Heli be the father of Joseph and Mary?
Why does Jesus have two different genealogies (Matt. 1 & Lk. 3)?
Where in the Bible does God denounce women wearing men's attire?
Is everything that happens God's will?
Where in the Bible does it say that we must tithe 10%?
In the Bible which apostle was crucified upside down?
Was Abraham a prophet?
Why are there generations missing in Matthew?
What is God's will? How can a person find the will of God for their life?
How many apostles are there?
What are the 9 fruits of the Spirit?
Is God a man or a woman?
Are there any verses in the Bible that refer to God's female qualities?
Why is it the church of Christ does not believe in music in worship?
Why did God love Jacob and hate Esau?
Is it right for a Christian to buy stocks and mutual funds?
What about other faiths?
How would I be able to explain the Trinity to a 15 year old?
What is the difference between the KJV and the Catholic Bible?
Why are there many bibles with different versions?
How much can we trust the teachings of Solomon in Ecclesiastes?
There are many liberal brethren that maintain that if a person is taught that sprinkling is an acceptable baptism, and has a pure heart in truly seeking to please God that God's grace 'may' cover that error. They often use Romans 2:12-15 as their proof text. Please comment.
What does the King James Bible say about death and what happens to us when we die. Does our spirit go to heaven while our soul sleeps or do we just sleep until the rapture?
I have a question about Hebrews 6:4-6. This scripture would lead me to believe that one can loose their salvation. What is your take on this? We really would like some insight.
What about using "church of Jesus" instead of "church of Christ?"
How can I best articulate to someone how Gal. 4:8-11 and Col. 2:16-17 coordinates with Rom. 14:5-..?
Did Cornelius and his house receive the Spirit before baptism?
What does it mean that Paul would be filled with the Holy Spirit in Acts 9:17?
Does the Bible describe me as three persons?
What is the Eucharist?
Could you advise concerning members participating in Vacation Bible School conducted by denominations.
Would you please explain James 4:17 and "sins of omission"?
We would like to better understand how the bible views capital punishment.
Why in the Old Testament did people feel the need to sacrifice animals to God? Was this only done before Jesus came?