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What happens when social issues and politics collide with the church?
Question: What is your opinion of where sinful social issues and politics collide in the church? To be honest, I am not sure where I am at on it. It seems that we are dangerously close to the Lord’s church being driven underground. Looking back at history we need to remember that the freedom and…
Read MoreIs it wrong for a couple not married to stay under the same roof who will not be sexually active?
Question: Hello, I have a question: Is it wrong for a couple not married to stay under the same roof who will not be sexually active? To be truthful, my girl has nowhere to go, besides the fact that we both want to be together, that is the main factor to why we are under…
Read MoreIs there any scriptural evidence of deaconesses?
Question: Is there any scriptural evidence of deaconesses? Answer: The word “deacon” is a derivative transliteration of the Greek word diakonos. The word is means a servant and it can be translated as servant, minister, deacon, or waiter. Typically translators try to use “minister” when diakonos is being applied to a preacher. “Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos,…
Read MoreHow can I be sure that the Bible is fully correct?
Question: I’m a teenager wanting to know the truth, so please help me out. How can I be sure that the Bible is fully correct? I mean people must have added or taken out scriptures to try to confuse us. How can I know what religion is correct? I know I have to have faith,…
Read MoreDid I miss a chance to be hospitable?
Question: A friend called me and asked if he could have a place to stay for the night. He said he had a friend with him as well. He is homeless, and his friend has a home. I wanted to give them a place to stay, but it would be a hassle, and my wife…
Read MoreI lost my virginity yesterday. What do I do?
Question: Hello sir, I am 22 years old and in college. I am having a certain relationship with a lady on campus. I used to love her but not anymore. Yesterday, I lost my virginity to her, and I feel so ashamed. I know in I Corinthians 6 that if I confess, God will forgive…
Read MoreCan a wife be divorced for fornication if she gave her husband an STD?
Question: If a husband suspects his wife of cheating but never caught her, nor did she ever admit to it even after giving her husband an STD. Can the husband divorce his wife and remarry? Answer: Generally getting a sexually transmitted disease from your spouse would be evidence that the spouse had been having sex…
Read MoreWhat woman in the Bible had the most children and how many did she have?
Question: What woman in the Bible had the most children and how many did she have? Answer: I can find no mention of any particular woman having specific amounts of children in the earliest parts of the Bible. It often tells the firstborn’s name and then goes on to say that they had other sons and daughters. For…
Read MoreI am so miserable. I need help
Question: Hi, I can’t find an answer, and I need guidance, I can’t find my path I feel like I am walking in the same place don’t go forward. A little background: My mom and dad divorced when I was an older child. My dad drank heavily and abused my mom mentally and verbally. He…
Read MoreI’ve been living with my boyfriend, but I can’t get him to even discuss marriage. What do I do?
Question: I have been in a relationship for almost two years. We’ve been living together almost like other married couples. But in all this time I never heard any plan nor talk about our future. Sometimes I get hurt when he talks about something good in his future, but he only says “me” and not…
Read MoreI think God has chosen an immoral girl to be my wife
Question: Hello, I would like to ask a question regarding marriage. There is this girl I know, and I think she may be immoral in a lot of ways, yet I feel like she may be the one whom God chose for me. I get the feeling that maybe He plans to plant the seeds…
Read MoreWas it wrong of me to tell my friend that he didn’t deserve his girlfriend?
Question: Greetings, I use this site a lot and I really appreciate your helpful, biblical answers and guidance. I would humbly like to ask if you can help me deal with an issue that has happened to a close friend of mine. My best friend is currently engaged to his girlfriend of several years. and…
Read MoreWhat was the first lie told in the Bible?
Question: What was the first lie told in the Bible? Was it the serpent talking to Eve? Answer: Yes, it was. God had said, “Of every tree of the garden you may freely eat; but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you…
Read MoreMy ex-mother-in-law made my husband divorce me
Question: Hello, I’m a minister of the gospel as well as my “ex-husband.” He and his mother — yes, his mother — divorced me about several years ago. He and his parents lived together before we were married, and we never had to an opportunity to live with each other. His father died last year…
Read MoreIt is hard to study for a profession whose code of ethics encourages the support of immoral behavior
Question: Today, I ran across your web page concerning the errors of Catholicism. I believe in what you say because you provided scripture to support your claims. I greatly appreciate your site because it speaks the truth to people who need to know. I am a young, educated, single, Christian woman, currently attending graduate school in…
Read MoreDoes the husband have to be the provider of the family?
Question: Does the man have to be the provider or breadwinner of the family in all circumstances? Is it acceptable biblically for a family to be comprised of a house husband and a career-orientated wife? What advice would you give to someone who is about to be, or is in this situation? If it is…
Read MoreShould I give up my job because I cheated some in college?
Question: I cheated some during college. I regret this wholeheartedly. I have my current job as a teacher now because of my degree, which I view as tainted from cheating. Should I give up the benefits that have come with the possession of my degree? Does simply holding my degree constitute a sin? Are there…
Read MoreDo you support conscientious objection?
Question: Do you or your church support selective conscientious objection and conscientious objection? Answer: Registering for the draft is a government law that does not violate any teaching of God. “Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by…
Read MoreIt is delightful to read all these answers and learn from them
Question: Hi, While doing some research on the net I found your site. I do not have any particular questions to ask, but I just wanted to encourage you in doing God’s work. It is really delightful to read all those answers and to learn from them. You are blessed by God, and I know…
Read MoreWhat if I say you can’t prove God is real?
Question: If religion (Catholicism) is the absolute truth, then how come when questions are asked about it no one can ever answer with facts, only faith and belief? Basically, if I say “you can’t prove God is real”, you can only prove it with faith and belief, no facts. Why is this? Where’s all the…
Read MoreShould I go and see the man I love?
Question: Hello there, I need advice. I met a man through a Christian event a few years ago, and we became best of friends, which was fresh and exciting. I knew I was attracted to his godly nature and got so excited to see him every day for this event. He went to another country…
Read MoreCan the world repent enough to postpone the second coming of Christ?
Question: Can the world repent enough to postpone the revelation and the second coming of Christ? Answer: There is no way to answer this question. But why so tied to this world? “Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for…
Read MoreWhat do I need to learn to teach others?
Question: I have been baptized in Christ’s church since I was a teenager and I am now in my thirties. I’m married with children. I work and go to school. I attend services faithfully and try to work on the things in my life to live righteously. So I’m starting to learn how to teach…
Read MoreStop criticizing what you don’t understand
Question: There is so much negative sentiment and false understanding of the Catholic church found on your website. I pray that someday you may have the opportunity to get the actual answers you seek and begin to understand the fullness of the Christian faith in his church. Until then please stop criticizing what you do not…
Read MoreWhat if a government gives false reasons for going to war?
Question: I am wondering what the Bible says concerning going to war for unjustified reasons? What if a country deceives its people and claims reasons for going to war, but there is evidence that does not justify war? How do Christians and Christians in the military handle this type of situation? Answer: A government’s authority,…
Read MoreYour answer to a question really helped me
Question: I am enlightened by the message on your question board in regards to spiritual immorality. It helped tremendously. The preacher here preached about a similar topic years prior, but I have lost my notes to it. As time went on, I’ve entered into college as well as involved in sex with a woman. During…
Read MoreI 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…
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