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What would be a good translation for children?
Question: I would like to buy a new Bible for my children that is easy to understand but is still in keeping with the Word of God. They currently have the King James Version. There are so many translations out there; you just don’t know which version to buy. Answer: You will find that most…
Read MoreWhat do you think about this Jesus tomb found in Jerusalem?
Question: What is your feeling about this Jesus tomb found in Jerusalem? They say the odds of a “Jesus son of Joseph” and Mary on the same tomb together is 1 out of 600. Does this mean Jesus had a son? Answer: When I saw the article in yesterday’s paper, I just knew someone would…
Read MoreMy girlfriend and I mutually masturbated. What is the chance that she is pregnant?
Question: Hi. I am worried that my girlfriend will get pregnant. We regret that we did mutual masturbation and somehow we ended up with her panties off and I ejaculated on her napkin. I am not sure that my sperm was completely absorbed by the napkin or leaked down to her panties. Two minutes later…
Read MoreWhy is pornography so addictive and how can I help someone stop looking at porn?
Question: We were just hanging out after school as usual when one of the guys borrowed a mobile phone from a close friend of mine. There were six or seven of us and there were just two girls there. Now this guy who borrowed the phone took a good look at the phone’s features and…
Read MoreHow can I be assured God will forgive me?
Question: I am so tormented with the fear of the sin against the Holy Spirit. When I read the Scripture, it says “blaspheme” which is to “speak.” How can one change that to “reject?” How can I be assured that God will forgive me of any and every sin? I am a Christian in the…
Read MoreWere the offerings in Numbers 28 and 29 individual or national offerings?
Question: During our Bible study of the book of Numbers, one of our members asked if “each” individual had to make all those offerings? My answer to the question was to notice the recurring phrase, “besides the regular burnt offering…” (Numbers 28:10, 15, 24, 31; 29:6, 11, 16, 19, 22, etc.). Therefore it is my…
Read MoreWhat do I need to know to become a preacher’s wife?
Question: I know that I could become a preacher’s wife. I want to be a good virtuous wife because I have, well, kind of seeing a preacher. I want to do the right things in God eyes and not my eyes. I don’t want to mess it up. I have been praying and seeking God’s…
Read MoreIs it wrong to pay a preacher?
Question: Is it a sin to pay a preacher? Personally I don’t think it is, but some of our brethren in the church think it is. Can you give me some scripture for this, either not to pay or pay the preacher? Answer: “My defense to those who examine me is this: Do we have…
Read MoreWhere is the ancient city of Babylon located today?
Question: Where is the ancient city of Babylon located today? Answer: The ruins of Babylon are found in Iraq, in the Babil Province, about 80 miles south of Baghdad. You can find a map marking its location here.
Read MoreAny suggestions for handling an angry member?
Question: Well, we had a stormy night at services! A brother lost his temper and made a big scene just at the end of class and was upset so far as I can tell that we did not get to the next lesson as I reviewed the one we were on for the benefit of…
Read MoreDoes “disciple” refer to the apostles or all of Jesus’ followers?
Question: When the scriptures speak of “the disciples” or “his disciples,” how can we know if the apostles are meant? Answer: The only way to tell is to look at the context of how the word is used and even then that is not a guarantee. Obviously, if they are named or if it refers…
Read MoreHas anyone compiled a list of how much the Israelites were to give?
Question: Has anyone compiled a list of how much the Israelites were to give: tithes, offerings, firstlings, sacrifices, etc.? Answer: I assume from the way this question is worded that the desire is for a compilation of all the sacrifices and offerings that an Israelite would give under the law of Moses. I am also…
Read MoreIf someone is born blind and deaf and never is able to hear the gospel or read, will they be lost?
Question: If someone is born blind and deaf and never is able to hear the gospel or read, will they be lost? Answer: All references to reading or hearing the word are not intended to be taken literally. In Luke 8:10, Jesus said, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of God has been given…
Read MoreDo miracles happen every day?
Question: Recently, in a discussion, someone said that miracles happen every day; and that if you anoint someone and pray over them, then they can be healed. Also, they say that proof of miracles today is the fruits of the Spirit. They “defy the nature of man,” so they are miracles. Even when we are…
Read MoreAny suggestions regarding dating?
Question: Hello again! Well, we have become more serious; not official “dating” boyfriend and girlfriend, or courting, or however you say it, but we are committed to each other. In the sense that we aren’t going to date anyone else besides each other. We do hang out alone a lot; there are people in the…
Read MoreHow can you talk to someone who constantly twists the Bible?
Question: I attend a Church of Christ but my fiance practices Calvinism. He doesn’t refer to it like that, but the beliefs are the same. He and his brother are very into this religion. They get everything from a website. They believe the church age is over and that it is a sin to attend.…
Read MoreWhat would you tell an eldership who rejects a preacher because his wife wears a head covering?
Question: What would you tell an eldership who thought that it would be divisive to have me as a minister? I mean I don’t want to make an issue of it. Shaina my future wife would wear a head covering, but I would not teach something the elders do not want me to. I just…
Read MoreWhat does lasciviousness mean?
Question: What does lasciviousness mean? And does it speak clearly in the Bible about homosexuality? Answer: Lasciviousness, licentiousness, lewdness, or sensuality, depending on the translation of your Bible, means being wanton, lewd, or lustful. William Barclay described it as “a love of sin so reckless and so audacious that a man has ceased to care…
Read MoreIf it is wrong to use instrumental music because the New Testament doesn’t mention it, then it would be wrong to use electricity.
Question: My brother was a member of the Church of Christ which is why I know something about their beliefs. They didn’t use musical instruments when singing songs because, as he told me, musical instruments were not mentioned in the first-century church. Neither was electricity, but that sure didn’t keep them from having electric lights…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between a birthright and a blessing as in the story of Esau and Jacob?
Question: What is the difference between a birth right and a blessing as in the story of Esau and Jacob? Answer: Birthright: A birthright referred to a person’s inheritance. For most of the world’s history, the firstborn child of a family would receive an extra inheritance from his father. What would happen is that when…
Read MoreShould families with small children sit in the back pews?
Question: Recently a congregation I am familiar with had an article concerning those who have small children. The preacher stated in the article that it would be best if those that have small children sit on the back pews due to children sometimes being noisy and having to be removed from the auditorium. In fact,…
Read MoreYou can’t be saved unless you become an Israelite
Question: You refer to Jeremiah 31:31 as a proof text to prove that it is no longer necessary to keep the Sabbath. Have you noticed who the New Covenant is made with? It is with the House of Israel and the House of Judah. Paul cites this in Hebrew 8:8 also. If you don’t belong…
Read MoreHow do I know which church is the one the Lord intended? And what about the Eucharist being the real body and blood?
Question: I ran across your website and read the article on the Catholic church and the Bible. I am a lapsed Roman Catholic who has been searching for the Truth for some years now. I have four small children. How do I know the church of Christ is the church Our Lord intended? What about…
Read MoreI stole money from my aunt. Should I ask for a spanking?
Question: I was reading through your website and I feel guilty so I felt compelled to send a message. I am 17 years old and have been stealing money from my aunt’s house. I have been babysitting her kids and she has trusted me. I have taken a lot of money over a period of…
Read MoreWould you explain what apologetic writing is?
Question: Would you please explain what is ‘apologetic writing’? I have noticed this phrase before and do not understand it. Thank you. Answer: Apologetics comes from the Greek word apologia, which means to defend a position against an attack. It should not be confused with the English word “apology,” which means to plea for forgiveness. Therefore,…
Read MoreI’m planning to get married and we are already having sex, so can we continue until marriage?
Question: Well, I am getting married in November of next year. Is it okay, as I am already making love to my husband-to-be and have been since he took my virginity, to continue? Is there a way to make our relationship pure? How do we invite God in our love life, including our sex life,…
Read MoreIs it wrong to work at McDonald’s or sell Twinkies?
Question: If it is clearly wrong from a biblical standpoint to work in the tobacco industry is it also wrong to work at a McDonalds or sell Twinkies? If I Corinthians 6:19 is prohibiting substances that are harmful to the body (besides sexual sin), then you can just as well preach against McDonalds and Twinkies…
Read MoreCan you help me figure out the reigns of the kings of Israel and Judah?
Question: Can you help me figure out the reigns of the kings of Israel and Judah? I keep getting all the names confused. Answer: There are several excellent sites on the web that list all the kings of Judah and Israel. An excellent chart can be found at http://www.ldolphin.org/kings.html. Darrell Hamilton
Read MoreI am confused about premillennial theory
Question: I have a Bible question. I have been reading a lot of the material on the Bible.ca website. I found most of the information super excellent and very, very good at exposing the heresy of the word-faith / Pentecostal type of movement. I have also checked out the section that is about debunking the…
Read MoreWhat did Jesus mean by “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes to the Father, but by me”?
Question: When Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh to the Father, but by me. What was he really saying? Answer: “Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me” (John 14:6). Peter states basically…
Read MoreGetting back to basics
Question: I recently ran across your web site by accident. I don’t even remember what I was looking for. After having read several of your comments and postings by various people, it seems you are one of the few churches that “get it” in these times. I have been a Christian for many years and…
Read MoreDo you perpetuate the myth of Santa Claus?
Question: Do you, or the flock, there perpetuate the deceit that is the myth of Santa Claus? Thank you for your time. I apologize for repeatedly bugging you about things. I hope I am not a burden, I just don’t have very many people I can trust to ask difficult questions. Answer: I don’t mind…
Read MoreHow many people did Jesus raise from the dead during his earthly ministry?
Question: During his earthly ministry, how many people did Jesus raise from the dead or bring back to life? Answer: Jesus raised the widow’s son at Nain (Luke 7:11-17), Jairus’ daughter (Matthew 9:18-26; Mark 5:21-43; Luke 8:40-56), and Lazarus (John 11:1-44).
Read MoreDoes the use of unique words in I Corinthians 11 change the meaning of this passage?
Question: I have been doing a lot of studying on head covering. At first glance, I felt that a secondary head covering was needed, but I wasn’t sure when. Only at worship? During every prayer? So I got the lexicon out and started combing through the Greek and Hebrew. I also hit the Internet and…
Read MoreWhat am I going to do tomorrow?
Question: What am I going to do tomorrow? Answer: “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble” (Matthew 6:34).
Read MoreIs a head covering needed for all prayers or only during worship?
Question: Is a head covering needed any time a prayer is said (i.e. before dinner, around the house, baseball game, Bible class, etc.) or just during a worship service? Answer: “But every woman who prays or prophesies with her head uncovered dishonors her head, for that is one and the same as if her head…
Read MoreWhat if a person can’t afford the fee for a baptismal service?
Question: I am worried if one cannot get baptized just because they cannot afford to pay for the service and just because they have no money to afford a baptism. If that is the case, would that person be exempt from the requirement for baptism and still be saved? Answer: Fee? What fee? There is…
Read MoreWhich Bible is the true Word of God?
Question: Which Bible is the true word of God? Answer: There is only one Bible. There are many different translations of that one Bible, but it remains that there is only one Bible. “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one…
Read MoreCan a woman be a pastor?
Question: Can a woman be ordained as a Christian pastor? Answer: The word “pastor” is used very loosely in the denominations. Generally, in a denomination a pastor is a preacher. Women are not able to be preachers since God through Paul stated, “And I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority…
Read MoreWas the Ethiopian eunuch baptized in a pool or a river?
Question: Was the Ethiopian Eunuch baptized in a river or in a pool? (Acts 8:36-38) Answer: “Now as they went down the road, they came to some water. And the eunuch said, “See, here is water. What hinders me from being baptized?”” (Acts 8:36). We know the eunuch was traveling down a road going from…
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