In the subject of forgiveness, are we as husband/wives supposed to forgive anything our spouse does to us, let’s say for example, adultery, how many times is too many?
In Gideon’s talk, he referenced “But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses” (Matt. 6:15). From other verses we know we have eternal security, so what does that last part mean?
Someone asked me, “What if I’m not predestined?” I didn’t know how to respond. I don’t understand predestination and how it works with free choice.
Is believers or household baptism more scriptural? Is being saved a prerequisite? Acts 8:35-38; Acts 16:14-15; Romans 6:3-4.
Can Satan physically control my thoughts and actions? I don’t understand how he attacks me and how to defend myself. Can I be possessed by a demon if I am saved?
Some Christians believe baptism is required to be saved because of the following Scriptures:
– Mark 16:16
– John 3:5
– Acts 22:16
Also in Acts 2:38 baptism is mentioned in connection with receiving the Holy Spirit. Is baptism required for salvation and/or receiving the Holy Spirit?
Any advice for a parent with a strong willed child who is not responding to discipline?
What really is legality? How do you recognize it? How do you deal with it?
How does a Christian go about seeking restoration of a fellow believer that has fallen away in sin, and has been disciplined, but still be faithful to the Lord and show true love? (Galatians 6:1-2; 2 Corinthians 2:6-8)
How can we reconcile that man doesn’t have a free will with our freedom to make daily decisions? Scripture seems to support both.
How can we guard ourselves from twisting God’s Word so that our human minds can comprehend it?
I would like to understand more of God’s word, understand more concepts, obtain knowledge, but I don’t know how to go about doing this. Any suggestions?
Does the Bible address women wearing skirts/dresses to assembly meetings? Should they be worn at all times?
What steps should be taken in the assembly if one suspects that a wife is being emotionally or physically abused by her husband?
I know a number of dear Christian friends who believe in speaking in tongues as something other than a translation of language. How do we know for sure that what they are doing is not according to scripture?
Does the Lord view divorce and separation differently? Aside from unfaithfulness, are there any circumstances under which separation is biblically acceptable (emotional/physical abuse, sinful habits/addictions, etc.)? What about divorce? If they don’t remarry, does that make it okay?
Matthew 19:3-6, 9; Matthew 5:31-32.
Why don’t we every bring up verses 27-29 in 1 Corinthians 11 when we read about the Lord’s supper?
What is wrong with pastors? Why don’t we have them?
I’ve been saved for quite a while and I try to read, but I can’t get anything out of it. I don’t feel the Lord is near. I want to follow Him, but I don’t feel motivated. I try to, but I can’t get close.
I struggle to forgive someone who has hurt me very deeply. Is repentance required before I forgive that person?
If my husband is not interested in going to meeting, is it okay for the wife to go without him?
Bob’s talk on the armor of God was very helpful. Could we please spend a few minutes on the restoration of a believer that has “fallen in battle” and how God views a restored saint?
Why do the young men not ask questions in the local assembly Bible readings? Is there room for this? Will the older brothers give room to the younger brothers? Do the young men hesitate because of fear of being rebuked, if they say something wrong, or are they more afraid because of peer pressure? (Luke 2:46-47)
The Lord Jesus says in John 2:19 “Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up,” Speaking of the temple of His body. Did the Lord Jesus somehow take part with God the Father in raising Himself? How can we understand this alongside the many verses that say that God raised Jesus? 1 Cor. 6:14 says, “and God hath both raised up the Lord …”
Is doctrinal evil worse than moral evil, and if so why don’t more Christians realize the seriousness of doctrinal evil?
If I have been praying for someone for a while now and there is nothing going on, what should I do?
What scriptures give the Christian guidance as to the matter of insurance?
If headcoverings are so important, why are they only addressed in one book, and only in one chapter of that book?
Could you give a general explanation of fasting, and how it should be carried out by Christians? Comment on Isa. 58:1-7. Is fasting only to abstain from food? Or does it include drink, entertainment, pleasure? Is fasting regularly an okay thing to do?