“Both Jesus and sin live in us?”
Do we have Jesus and sin living inside us at the same time? I’m starting to see issues with the message at my church, but I really love the people. What should I do? What’s the meaning of Romans 3:30? How does it relate to the mixed message we see today?
“Can the oil in our lamp burn out?”
Do the 10 virgins in Matthew 25 represent Christians? To whom does Jesus say, “Depart from Me”? What is the context of women and head coverings in 1 Corinthians 11? Why are they prophesying if they’re supposed to remain quiet in church?
“I feel guilty over my adultery and divorce. I need encouragement!”
I struggle with guilt over my past adultery and divorce. When you warn people about not receiving God’s grace, who are you talking to? Aren’t believers forgiven and living under grace already? Help me understand, and I need encouragement. My son got taken in by a movement I’m worried about. I feel responsible and guilty! […]
Did I “do it right” to get saved?
Why are the genealogies of Jesus so different in Matthew and Luke? I struggle with obsessive thoughts and wonder if I truly “did it right” to get saved. Do we really have to submit to any and every pastor? What if it’s an unhealthy environment or dynamic?
“I worry about my kids so much…”
I wanted to leave a church, but the pastor told me I had to submit to him. Is that healthy? What are your thoughts on C.S. Lewis? Are there still demons today? I struggle with worry and don’t know how to find victory over it. Can you help? What did you mean when you said […]
Works? Rewards? Crowns? Here’s the plain truth…
How do Orthodox Jews look at God’s forgiveness if there are no current sacrifices? Doesn’t James 4:8 say we need to get closer to God? What’s the truth about crowns and rewards in Heaven? What’s happening with those scary verses in 2 Peter 2? Do they refer to loss of salvation? What should I do […]
“My daughter says church is toxic!”
What is the Nicene Creed? I’m depressed and wonder if I’ve fallen away from God? Should we recite the Lord’s Prayer? Was Peter crucified upside down? My daughter is saved but now thinks Christians are toxic. What can I do?
“Parenting: How Much Is Too Much?”
I’ve been told that I need to step back and not be so active with my children and grandchildren. I want to find the perfect balance and not over-nurture them. How can I do that? I’m a truck driver, and I’m constantly on the road, so I can’t attend church regularly. What does the Bible […]
“What does the resurrection mean to you?”
I’m excited about the meaning of the resurrection in my life! A friend asked me to send him a sexy picture. What should I do? What is replacement theology? What is the truth about Jews and Gentiles and the church?
“I’ve learned of God’s grace. What now?”
Halloween is coming up, and I’m not sure what to do. What are your thoughts on celebrating with kids? What can I do now that I understand God’s grace so much better, yet people at church don’t agree with me? Are Christians obligated to financially support Israel? Does Matthew 24 mean some Christians will not […]
“Will we answer for every idle word?”
Is the Law written on our hearts? What role does the Law play in raising our children today? For whom should I vote for mayor of Detroit? One candidate is a pastor! Should the sexually immoral be invited to leadership in church? Are Christians grafted into Israel? Will believers have to answer for every idle […]
“Why didn’t Jesus suffer in Hell for our sins?”
I earn a living playing in a secular band and wonder if it hurts my relationship with God. Why does James reference the Jewish law in his letter? Why didn’t Jesus have to suffer eternally in Hell to pay for our sins? What was Paul really saying about women speaking in church?
Tongues? James vs. Paul? Women in church?
What about people in remote locations who have never heard the gospel? And what about all those Gentiles in the Old Testament? How can believers who have died already have a resurrection body in Heaven? Or are they bodiless in Heaven or sleeping for thousands of years? What are your thoughts on James? Does he […]
“My daughter likes skulls!”
I’m burning out trying to help my brother (an addict living on the street) at any cost. What can I do? My daughter watches scary movies and has skulls. I wonder if she’s still saved. What should I conclude? I’m frustrated, because our church has been studying David for two years, and it’s mostly about […]
“Strong Christians? But we glory in our weaknesses, right?”
Be strong in the Lord? What does that mean? And doesn’t Paul say to glory in our weaknesses? Help me understand! Does the Holy Spirit get us and take us with Him at our last breath? How does it all work? Our church is always talking about miracles. Do they still happen today? What about […]
“Thirst for more of God? Actually, no!”
Should we hunger for more of God? Am I allowed to defend myself in court as a Christian? How can I break free from the sin of self improvement? Should I leave my church because they have a female co-pastor?
“People want to debate me a lot!”
How can a Christian know they are saved? I find myself in lots of debates about God and wonder what is the best way to evangelize? I’ve been selected to serve as an elder in my church and I wonder if you have any advice for me?
“I’ve been cussing at God!”
I’ve got all kinds of symptoms and problems, and I’ve been cussing at God. Is He mad at me? What’s up with John 5:22 where the Father delegates judgment to the Son? I believe I have a special anointing from God to minister apart from any congregation or group. What should I do?
Giving Grace to Church Leaders
Was the Trinity involved in creation? Do we have a better deal today than Adam and Eve had? Even better than the disciples? If so, how? We have opportunities to share God‘s grace with others in our church, but not all of the leadership is on board. How can we navigate this? What is the […]
“My boyfriend says marrying me would be adultery!”
Is our experience with the Holy Spirit different from believers in the Old Testament? How were they saved? What does God think about women leaders in the church? I know we are free from the Law for salvation, but what about for daily living? What does it mean to have springs of living water flowing […]
