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I fear Judgment, but I’m not sure God exists
Question: I am not a Christian, but I force myself to believe in God because I fear Judgment. I always shiver and cry because I don’t know if I will go to hell or heaven. My fear is so strong that I became depressed and desperate for a few weeks. My grandfather is Buddhist but…
Read MoreIt is nice to find godly, sound congregations
Question: Hello Jeff, While studying for my class tomorrow I googled: “How many people did Jesus raise from the dead.” I could only think of three and thought I’d better check. Then I found your web site. It’s nice to do this and find other godly congregations of the Lord’s people around the country. That…
Read MoreI found out my girlfriend has been lying to me
Question: I am in a relationship with my girlfriend for about a year, and for about the first 10 months she lied to me that she is a virgin. She always told me that those who lose their virginity before marriage are sinners. I started loving her for her thoughts. She is Christian and I…
Read MoreI think the person writing responses is a fraud
Question: I have read at length the questions and answers posted on your site. It appears that the person or persons writing the responses is a fraud, as he/she does not truly respond with understanding or love, as clearly directed in the Bible. Those were the teachings of Christ, not judgmental comments about people’s troubles. …
Read MoreMy father just died! Can he be in heaven?
Question: I have sad news, my father just died of an overdose! Are there any verses that you can point out to me that say he can be in Heaven! I’m so scared he is in hell because he said he was mad at God and all. Answer: I am really sorry to hear about…
Read MoreYour answer on circumcision and how it relates to baptism and covenants made it clear to me why baptism is necessary for salvation
Question: Someone asked about the law of circumcision and your answer was so helpful to me, especially in how it relates to covenants between man and God, then and now, with baptism. Now I understand how it can be symbolic of salvation, as the Baptists claim, and be a step in salvation, as the churches of Christ…
Read MoreI’ve lost focus and have been involved in sexual sins. How do I return to Christ?
Question: I am 22, a student, and a Christian. I was raised in a very good Christian home. Somewhere along the line, I lost focus and fell into sexual sin. I have fornicated several times with about eight men. Since then, I feel too ashamed to go before Christ again. I have asked for forgiveness…
Read MoreDoes God hate me?
Question: Hello sir, I’ve often thought of this but would like some clarity if that is OK. I have been looking at the advice you give others online, and you give really good and useful advice! I guess my question is, why does God make me suffer? Does he hate me or something? I know…
Read MoreDid Titus desert Paul?
Question: Hello, I hope this finds you doing well. I just wanted to let you know that I love your site. It helps me a lot in my studies of God’s Word. I heard a radio minister say that Titus deserted Paul. He used II Timothy 4:9-11 as his proof text. “Be diligent to come…
Read MoreI want to get baptized but my partner doesn’t want to separate from me
Question: I am a single Christian parent, but my partner (a non-Christian) never wants to separate from me. I wanted to get baptized, but he keeps coming back only to stay a few days and goes away for a while for work. During his few days with us, I pray for forgiveness. I wanted us…
Read MoreDoes it matter if the man you are dating is a virgin or not?
Question: Good day, sir, Please, I have always wondered if when an individual starts dating if whether the man is a virgin or not is something to look into. Should a female Christian virgin be worried if her partner isn’t a virgin? I know there’s a lot of emphasis on women staying virgins and not…
Read MoreI’m so mad! I’m afraid someone is going to get killed!
Question: I’m a Christian, I’ve had the born-again experience. I know that we all slip sometimes, but I’ve done more than slip. I have ruined my testimony to my family, which I’m sure doesn’t matter to them anyway. They’ve all been in church their whole lives and treat Jesus like he’s a fairy tale. I…
Read MoreHow do I stop the curse of women in my family not marrying?
Question: The issue I am about to ask might be foreign in your part of the world. However, if you can understand, I would like to get some help. In my family, there has been an issue of girls not being able to get married. Some of my cousins have run off with married men.…
Read MoreSince the Y-chromosome doesn’t activate until the fifth week, does this mean everyone starts out as female and that the first human could not be a male?
Question: There’s this meme going around that some people are trying to use against Creationism. It says, “All humans begin as female. The Y chromosome — which is only present in males — is not activated in the first 5-6 weeks of embryonic development.” Anyway, they’re trying to say that Adam couldn’t have been the…
Read MoreWhen I get busy in school, I lose sight of God. Is that wrong?
Question: Now I’m back in school and it’s getting busy again. But in the classroom, I always get distracted thinking that I am doing something wrong when I’m doing the work. I obviously know that homework is not a sin, but it feels like when I get busy with work I just lose sight of…
Read MoreI had sex with a coworker. I’m afraid my boyfriend will not forgive me. What can I do?
Question: I fornicated. I feel so horrible, especially the fact that it wasn’t with my Christian boyfriend. It was with someone at my job. I don’t know what to do. I knew what I was doing was wrong, but I couldn’t control myself. Now I feel horrible because I haven’t told anyone what I’ve done,…
Read MoreIs my boyfriend the reason for my nightmares?
Question: I had a boyfriend. We have been in a relationship for a while. We were involved in sexual things, but we didn’t have sex. But I had some spiritual issues, and I got delivered, but I went back to it. I had a dream that if I continued with the sins, I wouldn’t be…
Read MoreMy boyfriend doesn’t believe in complete abstinence, so we have come close to having sex too many times. What do I do?
Question: Hey, I really needed to pour out my mind to someone else, and I saw people with similar problems emailing you on the Internet. I really need help. I’m at a point in my life where I long to serve God more. I want to truly be His daughter this new year. I’m 20…
Read MoreHow do I ask for forgiveness when I paid for my girlfriend’s abortion after we had sex?
Question: I committed fornication with a friend some weeks ago. We are just friends, but we are very close. At a point in time, I observed that we were getting too close. She was the one that brought up the issue first, but I told her we can’t be more than friends, and we both…
Read MoreDoes a person involved in fornication get spiritually connected with the one with whom he is having sex?
Question: Hello, I hope everything is okay wherever you are. First, I would like to thank you for everything you have done for us. You have helped us with so many answers regarding the Christian life. I have this issue, which I don’t understand. I want to know what happens when someone sleeps with a…
Read MoreMy husband believes I’m committing adultery when I am not
Question: Hello, I am writing to ask for advice in desperation of saving my marriage. Around one year ago, my husband accused me of adultery. I did not commit adultery, or any type of action that would be questionable. This came on out of the blue, and my husband said he just “felt it”. I…
Read MoreIf I have had sex with the same gender and watch gay porn, does that mean I am a homosexual?
Question: I have had sex with both men and women I am 18 and thoroughly enjoyed both encounters. I am starting to find that I enjoy watching gay porn and am fantasizing about men more and more. Does this mean that I am homosexual? Answer: You are treating homosexuality as if it were a state…
Read MoreIs it wrong for a husband to lust for his wife?
Question: Dear Minister, My wife and I have grown distant over the years because she has had many anger issues, substance abuse problems, and trouble with the law. We have several beautiful children and have been married for almost 20 years. Even though she committed adultery on me several years ago, I still love her.…
Read MoreMy husband is a drug manufacturer and got me into drugs as well
Question: I’m a woman in my thirties with several beautiful children. I’m married. My husband and I are from different countries and very different cultures. We met in my country and immediately started seeing each other. He accepted me with my children and treats them as his own. Within three months we got married. I…
Read MoreWhat do I do about my drug-using husband?
Question: How do I deal with my husband who is on drugs and has a low-income job? He says he doesn’t have enough money to pay the bills, but he has money to buy drugs, cigarettes and God knows what else. I have four wonderful children. We don’t have much money to support our children…
Read MoreThanks for providing people with good information
Question: Thanks for your thoughtfulness in letting more of us get some good information. Although the lesson “Shall We Know One Another in Heaven?” is over 20 years old, it will always be a topic of interest. It was written by Hoyt Houchens. I googled the question and yours was the first on the list.…
Read MoreYou misused verses in “Did Jesus Eat Meat?”
Question: I was just reading Was Jesus a Vegetarian? Did Jesus Eat Meat? on your website, and I came across this passage: “It is true that in the beginning, mankind only ate vegetables (Genesis 1:29-30). However, this was changed when Noah departed the ark. “Every moving thing that is alive shall be food for you; I…
Read MoreWhy does it seem that there isn’t that much difference between the Christian Church and the churches of Christ?
Question: Hi, When I was 15, I was baptized in a church of Christ. Originally the church had been non-instrumental but later used an organ and piano. The minister was also a professor of Greek at a nearby college. If the Christian Church has so many differences, as is indicated in the Q&A, why do…
Read MoreWhat if you were forced into believing in witchcraft?
Question: I know you say about witchcraft, that the only way you’re a victim is if you allow it, but what if you’re forced into it and tortured until you believe in it? What is a person supposed to do then? I have so many dreams of people mentioning programming, satanic rituals, etc. Answer: There is…
Read MoreI don’t think we are sinning by having sex before we get married
Question: I’m a 20-year-old girl and my boyfriend is 23. We have truly loved each other ever since we came together and yearn to marry each other. Not only that, we have accepted each other as husband and wife. We are sexually active since we came together. We have lost our virginity to each other…
Read MoreWhat sends you to hell?
Question: My question is: What sends you to hell? I know that’s a dumb question, but I’ve heard so many different things. I believe in Jesus and that he can save me, but I always have this doubt. I feel Satan has put it there because I’ve never doubted the Lord before. I can’t get…
Read MoreWhat is the oldest recorded religion?
Question: Dear Mr. Hamilton, I am here to ask a somewhat moderate question: What is the oldest religion ever recorded? The reason why I want to know is that earlier today, I had a discussion with a few of my fellow classmates on the topic of religion. It started when I said, “Well, if you…
Read MoreI need to testify against my alcoholic husband. What do I do?
Question: Hello, I came across your website and thought I would tell you my situation and get your perspective on it. I’ve been married for a little over five years. My husband is an alcoholic. He can go for months without a drink, then once he does, he’s usually off and running to do drugs.…
Read MoreWhen I learn about the Bible, I get anxious that I’m not doing well enough
Question: Hi, I’ve been reading through a lot of these questions and answers looking for some guidance, but I continue to feel a little lost. I’ve always struggled with anxiety, and when I pray to God asking Him to forgive me, guide me, and tell Him that I have faith in Him and all that…
Read MoreHow can I have a good marriage when my parents set such a bad example?
Question: I really need your insight into this situation. My parents have been married for over 25 years. However, it pains me to say that nearly 20 out of those 26 years my father has committed adultery continuously, whereas my mother has remained faithful. I must note that they are not Christians in the sense…
Read MoreI was so happy to see the great explanation and scriptural backing to show these change agents as sin
Question: Twice today, while looking at concerns of growth in the churches of Christ, your question and answer site came up. I was so happy to see the great explanation and scriptural backing to show these change agents as sin. I attend a large congregation that I feel is pleasing to the Lord. I feel,…
Read MoreShould I move on and let this man repair his family?
Question: Good day, sir! I’d like to thank you in advance for reading my letter. I’ve been quite troubled over my current situation and I hope you can offer me some advice. My guy and I have been together for some time now, and I’ve had hopes for an impending engagement. But as of late…
Read MoreCan the church prepare for the second coming by making the earth like heaven?
Question: I have a question that I have been struggling to answer recently: what does the Bible say about God’s Kingdom? Earlier this year I went to a big Pentecostal church (I have nothing against them) and they talked a lot about making God’s kingdom here on earth bigger to let every nation know Him…
Read MoreMy daughter is planning to marry someone we do not think is suitable
Question: Jeff, I stumbled onto Do you need her parent’s blessing before marrying? I was looking for information to present to my children living at home why I can’t attend a marriage between my daughter and a young man whom she feels is “perfect.” My husband did not give his blessing for her to date or court…
Read MoreI have a bad habit of visiting prostitutes
Question: Hi Jeff, I am a baptized Christian. I am always committed to being a righteous man and walking in the fellowship of God, our Lord, and our Holy Spirit. But I have committed sins against my own body, against our God in heaven. I have visited prostitutes repeatedly. Every time I have committed this…
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