“Lead us not into temptation”?
Why did Jesus pray, “Lead us not into temptation” if God would never do that? My friend is into witchcraft, and I’m worried about her. What can I do? Doesn’t Matthew 25:34 say God prepared a place for us before the foundation of the world? Is this support for us being pre-chosen individually to believe […]
Sinful nature? Flesh? Just semantics?*
What is repentance? What role does it play in salvation? What about in the daily life of the believer? Why do Christians still struggle with sin? Is it the presence of Satan or demons? Or do we have a sinful nature? What is the flesh? *previously aired
Sinful nature? Flesh? Just semantics?
What is repentance? What role does it play in salvation? What about in the daily life of the believer? Why do Christians still struggle with sin? Is it the presence of Satan or demons? Or do we have a sinful nature? What is the flesh?
“Did I believe with my head, not my heart?”
To what degree should we listen to other points of view on losing our salvation? I’m concerned that I only believed with my head and not my heart. Should I be worried? Why did Jesus breathe the Holy Spirit on them in John 20? Does that passage mean we get saved and then pursue a […]
Woulda? Coulda? Shoulda? Sins of omission?
What does James 4:17 mean? Does this verse justify a general guilt over “sins of omission”? Why does 1 John 3 talk about getting whatever we ask for from God? I’ve heard that we shouldn’t even pay attention to being wronged by others? Is that true? Is that healthy? Is it possible that I was […]
“I felt the Holy Spirit leave me!”
I felt the Holy Spirit leave me when I started vaping again. Did I fall from grace? What is “the free gift of righteousness”? Is our righteousness only imputed or also imparted? What’s the difference? If we are not actually righteous, how would we ever get righteous in the future? How do we know if […]
“Are my loved ones in Heaven or not?”*
What does it take to go to Heaven? I wonder about my family members who’ve died! Why would Jesus pray “Lead Me not into temptation” when God doesn’t tempt us? How can I interpret “having nothing to do with deeds of darkness” without getting legalistic? What is a good definition of “grace”? *Previously aired.
“Can believers’ hearts become hardened?”*
Why do I still struggle with sin? Might I end up losing my salvation? Does Hebrews 3 really teach believers to hang on for dear life? What do Seventh-Day Adventists believe? Why did Jesus ask His Father about forsaking Him? Don’t I need to ask for forgiveness after each sin so God won’t judge me […]
“Are my loved ones in Heaven or not?”
What does it take to go to Heaven? I wonder about my family members who’ve died! Why would Jesus pray “Lead Me not into temptation” when God doesn’t tempt us? How can I interpret “having nothing to do with deeds of darkness” without getting legalistic? What is a good definition of “grace”?
Religion can be “dead works”?
Is Jesus saying ministry in your own hometown will be ineffective? What are the “dead works” in Hebrews 9:14? My family grew up reciting the Nicene Creed. Does that mean they’re all saved now? What is the blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? Why can’t it be forgiven like all other sins?
“Can believers’ hearts become hardened?”
Why do I still struggle with sin? Might I end up losing my salvation? Does Hebrews 3 really teach believers to hang on for dear life? What do Seventh-Day Adventists believe? Why did Jesus ask His Father about forsaking Him? Don’t I need to ask for forgiveness after each sin so God won’t judge me […]
“The disciples didn’t recognize Jesus?”
Why didn’t the disciples recognize Jesus after His resurrection? My salvation experience was not emotional. It felt more like being convinced and wanting Jesus in my life. Is that enough? Does God show any favoritism? What are your thoughts on Mormonism? How about Church of Christ? I’m asking, because I’m making a decision about a […]
“They’re not dying daily and bearing enough fruit!”
I have obsessive thoughts about doubting God and my salvation. What’s happening to me? Who were the “sons of God” in Job 1? Does forgiving someone always mean you continue to interact with them? I see so many Christians that are not picking up their cross daily and bearing enough fruit. What are your thoughts? […]
New flavors of Law-based living!
Is there a new breed of legalism today? Seems like we’re always trying to reinvent legalism and make it more relevant or, conversely, more ceremonial! Why does Paul use the word “if” in Colossians 1:23? It seems like he’s saying we Christians need to hang on for dear life! Is there ever a time when […]
“Can I be sure God‘s grace is real?”
I received a frightening diagnosis today, and now I’m wondering what happens to Christians when they die? How can I know for sure that the grace of God is real? What about salvation being certain and secure? If God loves everyone, why do some people suffer so much?
“If God is love, why the final judgment?”
If God is love, and if love keeps no record of wrongs, then isn’t the whole world forgiven and saved? Wouldn’t that mean no final judgment? Is “once saved, always saved” really the truth? And what about Christians who end up sinning so badly?
“I need more self-control!”
What does the number 666 mean? Can anyone actually know God well? How can I have more self control in my life? Is it possible for a believer to lose their salvation?
“Lordship” almost destroyed me!
Are we redeemed? Or waiting to be redeemed? Or both? Will God allow you to be punished twice? What about consequences? Lordship salvation almost destroyed me! Is it heresy?
“IF you hold fast? IF you continue?”
Did Old Testament believers have the same secure relationship with God that we have today? What’s the best way to share the message of eternal security? How can we explain the “if you hold fast” and “if you continue” verses?
“I don’t have peace!”
Are there female angels? I’m worried about the final judgment! I just don’t feel saved sometimes, and I don’t seem to have the peace others have. Is salvation a feeling, or what is it? I go to a church that talks about grace, but I’m getting pressured when I don’t show up. What should I […]
