Relating to the biblical concept of love, usually translated from the Greek words - Agape (God's love), Philos (Brotherly love), or Eros (Romantic Love).
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Is “hate the sin, love the sinner” a Christian idea?
The expression "hate the sin, love the sinner" gets thrown about in both Christian and non-Christian circles, but it does not seem to a bible verse. Is it a biblical concept or just a popular cliche? ...
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Does God hate unborn children?
Did God hate unborn Esau?
Romans 9:11 Yet, before the twins were born or had done anything good
or bad ... 13 Just as it is written: “Jacob I loved, but Esau I
hated.”
How does this square ...
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Is “Love God and do whatever you please” scriptural?
St Augustine is famous for this quote, the full quote being:
"Love God and do whatever you please: for the soul trained in love to God will do nothing to offend the One who is Beloved."
I've ...
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Should we love Satan since he is our greatest enemy?
Jesus asked us to love our enemy Mat 5:43-44:
43“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute ...
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Did God REALLY want to destroy the people of Israel?
When Moses led the people of Israel through the desert, there were two interesting occasions when God wanted to destroy the people of Israel and start over. (There may be more occasions that I don't ...
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Does God hate Sinners like he hates Sin?
I've heard it a thousand times, God loves the sinner but hates the sin. Recently I came across a verse in Psalms 5:5
Psalm 5:5 King James Version (KJV) 5The foolish shall not stand in
thy ...
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What is the non-abstract definition of love according to the Bible?
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NIV)
4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily ...
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What of all those who just don't know
Romans 10:9
That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
John 14:6
I am the way and the truth and the life. ...
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What is the Old Testament basis for the position that God is a God of love, compassion, and mercy?
Love, compassion and mercy are typically associated with the God of the New Testament, while the God of the Old Testament is typically associated with judgment and vengeance. However, the Bible also ...
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Can a human ever be happy in the afterlife while not loving God?
I'm talking about the afterlife cause you can easily experience moments of happiness during your life on earth, with any kind of attitude towards God.
But after we die, do we have any other choice ...
