I committed fornication today. How do I cleanse myself?
Question: Hello, I am very sorry for my sins today. I just committed fornication this afternoon and my conscience has been pricking me and I don’t know what to do. I am afraid if I cannot live to forget this. I am very sorry. What do I do now to cleanse myself and be free…
Read MoreIt’s all my fault, but I can’t stop seeing my old boyfriend
Question: Hi, I am a Christian in a church in my country where my mother was pastor. I feel all frustrated, and I know I am the sole cause. I’ve been dating a guy for the past two years. We were supposed to get married but unfortunately, things didn’t work out properly because of family…
Read MoreIs the earth being saved by water and fire?
Question: I was studying baptism, and I looked up every verse I could find on baptism. I always believed that we have to be baptized to receive salvation, of course along with obedience to all the commandments and walking with faith in Jesus Christ. I read the verse in Peter where it is talking about…
Read MoreCan you be saved and in a denomination?
Question: I understand that the word “church,” as used in scripture, has two meanings: (1) the universal church – consisting of all redeemed souls that have obeyed the authorized steps of hearing the Word of God, believing (that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and our Savior), repenting (change in mind that brings about…
Read MoreIs it wrong to fantasize about sex with your future wife?
Question: My fiance and I have been together for several years. We have decided mutually that we would not have sex or any sexual contact until we are married. We are both very happy with this decision and plan on getting married shortly after I graduate college. We both know that it is a sin…
Read MoreYour article helped clarify when to stop praying
Question: Good morning and praise the Lord! I have had a question burning inside for a while about praying for a man who says he wants to be a Christian. I am not to judge him. I am also not to give pearls to the swine. The situation got really confusing and ugly, as I am…
Read MoreDo these studies on homosexuality have any meaning?
Question: I know, I know. We seem to discuss this a lot, but I ended up defending Christianity against my cousin, who I thought was also a good friend, but is trying to sway me with “scientific proof”. Now, I don’t believe for a moment that homosexuality is natural, but I’ve already sent her several…
Read MoreIs Romans 8:26 proof that people still speak in tongues today?
Question: Kenneth Copeland uses Romans 8:26 as proof that people speak in tongues. I understand that tongue-speaking has ceased (I Corinthians 13:8-10). I don’t know what Romans 8:26 is saying so I can’t denounce it to a friend who believes she can speak in tongues. Separate from the question I want to say thank you…
Read MoreI can’t go on in this marriage like this anymore!
Question: Hi Please help because I cannot do it anymore. My husband told me almost a year ago he doesn’t love me anymore. We have been married for over five years. I kept on believing, praying, etc. that this will change but still no response from him that he loves me. I am going mad. …
Read MoreWhy does it feel as if I’m going through an intellectual exercise when I talk about the Bible to others?
Question: As I study the Bible more and talk with people more about it, it seems like sometimes it becomes an intellectual exercise instead of my way of life. It definitely is my way of life; I feel like I’m living properly as far as I can tell, I do the things I do because…
Read MoreHow do I deal with the sins of myself and others?
Question: If “obscenity, foolish talk, or coarse joking” are immoral (which I agree with), then how do we as Christians, who encounter these jokes every day, continue to live a pure life, staying away from these things? How do we continue to be kind to those who do such things and steer far away from…
Read MoreI’ve lived such a sinful life. I want to be religious, but I don’t know if I can be
Question: Hello, I think I am a sinner. Will God ever forgive me? I am not a religious person, though I want to be. But I am not sure if I will ever be religious because I have done a lot of sinful things. I used to have a problem with drug addiction which led…
Read MoreShould I date a woman who divorced her husband because of his infidelity?
Question: There is a young woman who I’m interested in. Last year she divorced her husband because she found out through the woman he slept with and her friends that her husband was cheating on her. She said he also later confessed to her about sleeping around and that’s when she decided to file for…
Read MoreWhy do I fear I’m going to lose my girlfriend?
Question: Why do I keep getting these bad thoughts and fear that my girlfriend is going to cheat on me or leave me? I want to know why. I pray and they go away, then they come back again. I want to know why. Do I need help or is there something wrong? I’ve asked…
Read MoreHow do I forget that my fiancee had sex with her former boyfriend?
Question: First of all, I want to thank God and ask Him to bless you for taking the time to advise everyone who came looking for answers. I need help forgetting and forgiving her past. I have tried really hard. I’m a fellow believer and I’ve been dealing with a big dilemma in my life…
Read MoreI plan to use your illustrations in teaching children this summer
Question: Thank you for providing these priceless illustrations of the Bible stories. I am truly thankful that we can still share these works of art with our children and grandchildren yet today. I am using them in a ministry in our local park during the summer. Blessings upon your ministry. Answer: I’m glad you find the…
Read MoreWhy Messianic Jews follow the Old Law
Question: Shalom brother, If the commandments of Yahweh were done away with by Yahshua, then why does it say in I John 2:4-7; II John 1:6; Revelation 12:17; Revelation 22:14. Yahshua also said in John 14:15, John 15:10. Yahshua took away the sacrificial laws and the death penalty, his blood is so pure that there…
Read MoreCan a woman be a judge?
Question: Can a woman be a judge? Answer: “Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, was judging Israel at that time. And she would sit under the palm tree of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the mountains of Ephraim. And the children of Israel came up to her for judgment” (Judges 4:4-5).
Read MoreHow could there be cavemen?
Question: If Adam and Eve were the first people on earth, how did cavemen exist? I’m a Christian and don’t know how to answer people when they ask me that. Thank you! Answer: People have a strong tendency to assume that each prior generation lived more primitively than the current generation. It is true that…
Read MoreDon’t you dare change my mind, but why is homosexuality bad?
Question: Hello there. I am a thirteen-year-old open-minded female who accepts and respects anyone of any religion, ethnicity, sexuality, and tribe. Before I begin, please do not assume that I am older than I have stated, or have spoken out of influence because I have indeed not. Not all thirteen-year-old kids are idiots. I research…
Read MoreWhat about ghosts, sacrificing to the dead, and sin?
Question: I have doubts about certain religions. People have asked me what I believe regarding these things and I honestly don’t know what the Bible says about it. You probably know about religions that preach about “ghosts” or “spirits.” I’ve even heard about people who sacrifice animals or other people to get something they want.…
Read MoreI broke up with my boyfriend when he got his ex-girlfriend pregnant, but now I’m having second thoughts. What should I do?
Question: The guy that I love got his ex-girlfriend of seven years pregnant. It’s a very complicated story. The guy’s family was close to the girl’s family. His family didn’t know I existed. They only knew about me when the guy made his decision to marry me instead of his pregnant ex-girlfriend. He wanted to…
Read MoreCan you believe in the zodiac at least partially?
Question: Is it OK to believe in the zodiac, at least partially? I know that not everything relates to it or that it describes someone’s character, but some of that information seems too realistic. Is this some kind of tool the Devil uses to get us to believe in his lies and not the real Truth…
Read MoreIs sex sinful when you are separated?
Question: I’ve looked over all the answers in the divorce section and haven’t been able to find an answer to my question. My husband and I are currently separated because he is going through a midlife crisis of sorts. He is unhappy and unfulfilled and is searching for something to fill his void. I believe…
Read MoreIs there anything wrong with being a part of a scouting troop that meets in a denominational building?
Question: My little brother’s boy scouts meets in a Catholic Church Community Center. Is there anything wrong with that? Answer: I look at it this way: Your brother is a member of the Boy Scouts. All funds that he pays goes to the Boy Scouts. Where the scouts found a facility to use is their…
Read MoreIs it wrong for a preacher to hold the office of minister and his wife belongs to a denomination?
Question: Greeting my brother. I have a question: Is it wrong for a preacher to hold the office of minister and his wife belongs to a denomination? Answer: “Do we have no right to take along a believing wife, as do also the other apostles, the brothers of the Lord, and Cephas?” (I Corinthians 9:5).…
Read MoreIf a Christian becomes the second wife of a Muslim, then would that be acceptable to God?
Question: I have been reviewing your responses to questions about marriage. I know what you’ve stated about polygamous marriages. If I may explain my situation, I want to know if this applies to me. I have children with a man who converted to Islam. He and I decided to marry, but he asked me if…
Read MoreIs it wrong for a husband to ask his wife to dress up every day so he can feel sexually attracted to her?
Question: Hello, First off thank you for all the knowledge from this wonderful site. Okay, my question is it biblically wrong for a husband to say he wants his wife to dress up and wear makeup every day so he can feel sexually attracted to her, even if they are not going out of the house that day and there…
Read MoreHow do I socialize with others when they are so demeaning?
Question: I would like to ask, how do I mix around with people at work or school? My colleagues and classmates often gossip and speak or joke with cutting words (demeaning or swearing). I want to keep my faith but yet I see the need to blend in instead of being anti-social. Answer: A person…
Read MoreWhat verses do I need to convince my grandpa to be a Christian?
Question: My grandpa doesn’t go to church and is not saved. What verses do I need to tell him out of the Bible? Answer: This is a question I would love to be able to answer but cannot. I don’t know your grandpa. I don’t know why he has decided against being a Christian. Because…
Read MoreCuring a Headache
Curing a Headache – Part 1Curing a Headache – Part 2 by Jeffrey W. Hamilton Text: James 1:21-27 I. When you see a problem, how do you solve it? A. If you have a headache, how do you get rid of it? 1. I suppose one could get a guillotine. After all no head, no headache 2. Instead,…
Read MoreDo I need to confess my adultery to my wife?
Question: I was looking for an answer to my question, and I ran across your church’s web site. I am a troubled person. I need wisdom, and I find it difficult to find direction. I know I am to search Scripture, but honestly, I believe I’m still in the place where I can only be fed…
Read MoreAre There “Ghost Amongst Us”?
by Jack Wise Jr. Many believe the spirits of dead people walk on the earth. Many “psychics” claim they can speak to the dead. Is it true? Do the spirits of the deceased rise from the grave and walk amongst us? Solomon, the wisest man to have ever lived, said the dead know nothing,…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between 1 Enoch and 2 Enoch? Did Jesus quote from 1 Enoch?
Question: You don’t know me. I just happened to find your web site. It’s so clear and concise! Many could take an example! I hope you will answer my questions. if you do, please spend only the minimum of time on it. What is the difference between 1Enoch and 2Enoch? Does the following answer that someone…
Read MoreCan you comment on the video “Real proof that Jesus is not real”?
Question: Can you just watch this video, “Real proof that Jesus is NOT real” and disprove it if you can? I’m a Christian but watching this tossed a curveball at me. I need your overview. Answer: It is so easy to forget that just because a claim is made, it doesn’t make it true. The…
Read MoreI just can’t seem to keep God’s teachings in my mind
Question: I came across your site about a week ago, and I found it to be very helpful. By God’s grace, I am a Christian. There is something that’s bothering me. I don’t know whether to call it forgetfulness or loss of memory. For instance, the Lord may reveal something to me either by His…
Read MoreShould Christians celebrate Christmas at all?
Question: Hi, Thanks for taking up the time to answer all our questions. Forgive me if my English doesn’t seem correct since it isn’t my first language, but should we Christians even celebrate Christmas at all? Jeremiah 10:1-5 states: “Hear ye the word which the LORD speaketh unto you, O house of Israel: Thus saith…
Read MoreI became a Christian just before the divorce was final. Do I need to go back to my ex-husband?
Question: My husband cheated on me and I forgave him. I wanted to make our marriage work, but after I forgave him, he continued to sleep around with the same woman. Once I found out from this woman and my close friends, I decided enough was enough. I filed for divorce. About a month before…
Read MoreCan a husband divorce his wife ten years after forgiving her of an affair?
Question: I want to help my sister in Christ. Situation: A woman cheats on her husband. Husband says he forgives her and stays with her for 10 years after the adultery. Over the 10 years, the husband never really gets over the infidelity. He eventually files for divorce and divorces his wife of almost 20…
Read MoreDo parents have a responsibility to let adult children, living in sin, live in their home?
Question: Do parents of adult children still living at home, who were raised with the Truth, been baptized into Christ but have now turned their backs on the Lord and the church by choosing a sinful lifestyle, have the responsibility to put these adult children out of their homes? Or withdraw from them? Answer: Since they…
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