Belief, trust, and loyalty towards God, Jesus, and the Christian religion.
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What is the meaning of `holy` for Christians?
What is the meaning of holy from a christian viewpoint.
I observed, that the term is used for
the gods, especially the Holy God (Father) and Holy Ghost
persons, like holy apostles, holy St. ...
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Is Belief in the Historical Accuracy of Gospels a prerequisite to Christianity?
Is it a requirement of the faith that all adherents must believe in the literal flow of events as conveyed by the Bible surrounding the life of Jesus Christ? Is it possible for someone to accept his ...
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What happens to people who have never heard about Jesus? [closed]
There seems to be general consensus inside Christianity that in order to be saved, you must have faith, and that this faith has to be in Jesus Christ. Here is one verse sometimes cited for the ...
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Why does God not show Himself beyond reasonable doubt? [closed]
In this answer I commented that Christians believe that "God does not show himself as this would take away free will", to which I was answered "The only reason he would not show himself it's that it ...
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Why does Christianity claim to be the only true religion?
From where does the idea that Christianity the only true religion come? Other religions claim the same. What is the basis for the Christian claim?
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What is “faith?”
The Bible and Christians talk about faith a lot. Matthew 12:32 talks about "faith as a mustard seed" for instance.
I've heard many Christians say things like "I don't have enough faith," or "I want ...
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How do I get more faith?
I'm really terrible at faith. I understand that it's a choice to have or not have faith, I'd really like to choose the former, but my very much neurotic nature often gets the best of me, and often ...
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Do I have to attend church every Sunday?
I used to be an avid church-goer, but as of late I haven't had the chance. This is primarily because of my scouting activities, which take place Sunday mornings (the same time the church service takes ...
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Why do Jews not accept Jesus as the Messiah?
This is something that's always bothered me. However, it's something that has deep historical roots (all the way back to Jesus himself).
I've always been told that Jesus fulfilled all the prophecies ...
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Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God?
I'm not really sure where to go with this question, since it is a question regarding Christianity. Also, I'm seeking a Christian perspective on this rather than a Muslim one. So, I thought that this ...
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What can we do to grow closer to God? [closed]
Throughout my life, I've been close to God sometimes and further away at other times.
This "distance" is present in both my emotions and also in my devotion. I mention both of those because there ...
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Is Christianity continuing to grow worldwide?
Is there continuing growth in Christianity around the world or has it stalled/declined? I'm interested in worldwide stats rather than for individual countries.
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Is repentance required for salvation?
I know that through faith alone I am saved. But is repentance a requirement for that salvation as a part of my faith? Is repentance a single act, or should it be continuous?
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How can I be sure someone I know is going to Heaven?
I am sure that through my faith my sins have been forgiven and I will get into Heaven. However, how can I be sure someone else will be forgiven and allowed in Heaven? Are there any good questions I ...
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Is it okay to have doubts? [closed]
I was raised Christian. I am Armenian, and my parents were raised Christian (however my grandmother was raised Catholic).
Every so often I think about my religion, and I can't help but think about ...
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Should we allow doctors or God to heal us? [closed]
Inspired by this post regarding moving mountains by faith.
God has told us to rely on him (Matthew 6:25-34) for all things.
Also, James 5:15 says
And the prayer of faith will make the indisposed ...
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Are there any documented instances of anyone moving a mountain in faith?
Jesus said we could tell mountains to move (Matthew 17:20), if only we had faith as small as the size of a mustard seed. Has this ever happened? If so, has it been documented or is there any evidence?
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Interpretation of the scripture “One Lord, one faith, one baptism?”
Ephesians 4:5 states there is "one Lord, one faith, one baptism." Some Christians interpret this to mean that a single denomination (with its beliefs, doctrines, and practices) constitutes the "one ...
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Does believing in Jesus Christ save me, or do I have to do something more? [closed]
James 2:17 says that faith is not enough. Does that apply to salvation? Is belief (or faith) in Jesus Christ enough to be saved, or is one expected to act on that faith? If works are required for ...
