Has virginity been downgraded in a Christian’s walk with Christ?

Question:Has the importance of virginity been downgraded as an important factor in the world today in a Christian’s walk with Christ?Answer:Yes, the importance of keeping one’s self pure before marriage has certainly undergone much criticism and mockery.  The Scriptures are very clear that one should abstain from sexual intimacy until marriage. (Read 1 Corinthians 7:2; … Continue reading Has virginity been downgraded in a Christian’s walk with Christ?

Why did the Jews not read the prophecies and see that Jesus was the Son of God?

Question:If the Romans had already written how Jesus was going to die and described the Saviour in their prophecies, why is it that the Jews did not read the prophecy and see that Jesus was the Son of God?Answer:Actually, it was not the Romans who were used to write the Word of God, but Jewish … Continue reading Why did the Jews not read the prophecies and see that Jesus was the Son of God?

If a parent is skeptical about your Christianity, what can I do to help them?

Question:If a parent is skeptical about your Christianity, what can I do to help them?Answer:1 Peter 3:1 – “Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to your own husbands; that, if any obey not the Word, they also may without the Word be won by the conversation of the wives.”  Even as a wife can influence … Continue reading If a parent is skeptical about your Christianity, what can I do to help them?

If you are a Christian how can you develop a better relationship with the Lord?

Question:If you are a Christian, beside praying and reading the Bible, how can you develop a better relationship with the Lord?Answer:John 13:34, 35 – The world will know we are the Lord’s disciples when we love one another. Acts 2:42 encourages us to continue “in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, … Continue reading If you are a Christian how can you develop a better relationship with the Lord?

When you walk by faith will your bond with God be tougher?

Question:When you walk in faith, and if you are justified by faith, will your bond with God be tougher?Answer:As we walk with the Lord, the bond we have with Him becomes sweeter and more precious to us.  However, as we walk in fellowship with the Lord, the world will take notice and will persecute us, … Continue reading When you walk by faith will your bond with God be tougher?

If a Christian and die after you have sinned, will you still go to heaven?

Question:If, as a Christian, you die after you have sinned, will you still go to heaven?Answer:Yes, if you are truly saved, you will go to be with the Lord when you die…even if it is immediately after you’ve committed a sin. 1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just … Continue reading If a Christian and die after you have sinned, will you still go to heaven?

Can you go to heaven if right before you die you say, “God forgive me?”

Question:Can you go to heaven if you got shot or injured, and right before you die you say, “God forgive me?”Answer:If you truly seek salvation through faith in Christ Jesus, you will be saved.  However, don’t wait because you may not get the opportunity if death comes quickly. Luke 23:42 – “And he said unto … Continue reading Can you go to heaven if right before you die you say, “God forgive me?”

I really love this girl, but she doesn’t love me. What should I do?

Question:I really love this girl, but she doesn’t love me. What should I do?Answer:As a way to help answer this question, other questions were put to the young men: Why do you want a girlfriend?  Is it for companionship, to show off, or just to be able to say that you have a girlfriend? What … Continue reading I really love this girl, but she doesn’t love me. What should I do?

Why did God make people like Noah do things that seemed strange?

Question:Why did God make people like Noah do things that made him seem so strange (building an ark when there was no rain)?Answer:The unsaved world never understands the ways and thoughts of a Christian.  They are foreign to them: 1 Corinthians 1:27 – “But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound … Continue reading Why did God make people like Noah do things that seemed strange?

Why didn’t God just tell Abraham where He wanted Abraham to go in Genesis 12:1?

Question:Why didn’t God just tell Abraham where He wanted Abraham to go in Genesis 12:1?Answer:The Lord wanted Abraham to act in faith and to walk in faith, seeking His will daily.  If the Lord had told Abraham exactly where to go, it would have been possible for Abraham to reach his destination without crying out … Continue reading Why didn’t God just tell Abraham where He wanted Abraham to go in Genesis 12:1?

What does the word Devil mean?

Question:What does the word Devil mean?Answer: Devil is a New Testament word that means “false accuser.”  The Greek word is diabolos Strong’s #1228. In the King James Version this word is translated “devil” 35 times, “false accuser” 2 times and “slanderer” 1 time with the total: 38 times.  The Greek Lexicon gives the meaning of … Continue reading What does the word Devil mean?

Would the devil experience the same suffering in hell as the non-believer?

Question:Would the devil experience the same pain and suffering in hell as the non-believer?Answer:No. The Lord tells us in Luke 12:47 that there are different degrees of suffering in hell: “And that servant, which knew his lord’s will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes.” But … Continue reading Would the devil experience the same suffering in hell as the non-believer?

How do you know if demons are around you?

Question:How do you know if demons are around you?Answer: Sometimes the presence of demons is very obvious (Mark 5:2-15), but sometimes it can be very hard to detect (2 Corinthians 11:14).  Satan can appear as appealing and sly, trying to sway your judgment.  The best way to detect the presence of a demon would be to … Continue reading How do you know if demons are around you?

How can we get restored if we start doing bad things with bad friends?

Question:How can we get restored if we start doing bad things and hanging out with bad friends?Answer:James 4:4 – “Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.” ·         Get rid of those … Continue reading How can we get restored if we start doing bad things with bad friends?

Why did Abraham have more than one wife?

Question:Why did Abraham have more than one wife?  Answer:From the beginning, it was the Lord’s will that one man and one woman should be together in marriage.  (Read Matthew 19:5-9.)  It was not the Lord’s will for men to have more than one wife and there were consequences for having more than one wife.  (Read … Continue reading Why did Abraham have more than one wife?