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Does God really give up on us?

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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Someone told me that the Bible talks about happiness while hungering and thirsting. It speaks of people hardening their hearts toward God. What do these things really mean, and does God really give up on us? – H.H.

A: From Jesus’ famous Sermon on the Mount, we read His words: “Blessed are ...Read more

What is the famous passage in First Corinthians that describes love as the greatest spiritual gift?

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A) 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
B) 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
C) 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
D) 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

What is the beginning of wisdom, according to Proverbs 9:10?

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A) Fear of the Lord
B) Humility
C) Wealth
D) Education

Does the Bible speak about adoption in any way?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My wife and I are praying to adopt a child in another country. We have the means to provide him or her with all the things the world can offer: education, travel and religion. While the home and family are under attack today, we want to raise a child in a way to make them successful in life. As we ...Read more

What was the name of the priest who raised Samuel in the temple?

Religion / Bible Trivia /

A) Eli
B) Phinehas
C) Hophni
D) Ichabod

What is the famous passage in Luke that contains the story of Jesus' transfiguration?

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A) Luke 4:14-30
B) Luke 10:25-37
C) Luke 15:11-32
D) Luke 9:28-36

What is the main theme of the Book of Luke?

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A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) The compassionate Savior and the inclusivity of salvation
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God

Can we really pray for what we want, and is this the purpose of prayer?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I attended a prayer breakfast earlier this year and every speaker mentioned prayer, but other than an opening and closing prayer (by people from opposing beliefs) there was no praying done, just everyone bragging about how often they pray. Yet they all claimed that our country could not be healed if...Read more

What is the famous passage in Zechariah that speaks of the Lord's promise to send the Messiah?

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A) Zechariah 1:1-6
B) Zechariah 1:7-17
C) Zechariah 2:1-13
D) Zechariah 9:9-10

What is the famous passage in Nahum that describes the joy of Judah at the destruction of Nineveh?

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A) Nahum 1:1-10
B) Nahum 1:11-15
C) Nahum 2:1-10
D) Nahum 3:1-19

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A federal judge won't block ICE from entering Jewish and Christian congregations. How is that different from an earlier ruling?

Religion / Religious News /

PHILADELPHIA — A federal judge denied Friday a request by 27 organizations representing Christian and Jewish denominations to block a policy from President Donald Trump’s administration that allows for immigration enforcement agents to enter houses of worship without a warrant.

The ruling comes less than two months after a different federal...Read more

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For Passover, this group prepares Seder meals for the most vulnerable

Religion / Religious News /

MIAMI -- For many South Florida Jews, Passover is a holiday marked by spending time with family and friends, observing long held traditions and of course, eating festive food. As many sit down to their Seder meals Saturday night, one Broward organization is remembering those who struggle to put food on the table.

The Dorit & Ben J. Genet ...Read more

If I compromise to get along, isn’t that in itself a compromise?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why does it seem that Christians are always on the opposite side of societal debates and are ridiculed by others because we choose to march to heaven’s drumbeat? I feel like a misfit on Santa’s island of misfit toys. I think I’m doing right but the world’s values say I am living in ...Read more

What is the famous passage in Second Thessalonians that warns against associating with believers who are idle and disorderly?

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A) 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
B) 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17
C) 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18
D) 2 Thessalonians 4:1-12

What is the title given to the woman who represents wisdom in Proverbs?

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A) Lady Wisdom
B) Mother Wisdom
C) Daughter Wisdom
D) Sister Wisdom

The God Squad: How a dog taught me the meaning of Passover and Easter

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Go figure! This old question about a dog taught me everything important I needed to know about Passover and Easter.

Q: I have a dilemma. Bo is my Labrador Retriever and he is always with me. He rides in my truck, comes on my boat and sleeps in my bed. My girlfriend says he smells and she is allergic to him and tells me that ...Read more

Should I fight for something that could lead me nowhere or just press on?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I lost my job due to downsizing and am devastated because I always did my job well. It seems unfair but at the same time, I feel free to pursue other avenues that interest me more. My colleagues who also lost jobs tell me I should join a class-action suit for unfair treatment but I really don’t ...Read more

What is the famous passage in John that contains the dialogue between Jesus and Nicodemus?

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A) John 1:1-18
B) John 3:1-21
C) John 6:1-15
D) John 11:1-44

What is the famous prophecy in Isaiah that describes the coming of the Messiah?

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A) Isaiah 53
B) Isaiah 42
C) Isaiah 7
D) Isaiah 11