Many people make a decision that they would like to learn more about God, and potentially pursue a spiritual study. This is always great, because I think everyone in their life-time should examine what their beliefs really are, and stand by those beliefs. A person recently contacted me and asked how they can begin to [...]
Why Is God Punishing Me? Why Don’t He Help Me?
September 15, 2008 by
Someone recently emailed me telling me that they have been depressed and miserable for several months now. They didn’t go into details, but a male figure (perhaps boyfriend or husband) did something bad, and they are really hurting and having a hard time forgiving it. Also, they are questioning their beliefs in God. Here is [...]
What is a Lack of Belief in God? Agnostic or Atheist?
September 14, 2008 by
I recently received a question from someone that said she had long been a Christian, but after a rough time, she has lost her faith. She doesn’t know if God exists or not (she is still open to it), but doesn’t know what her new “faith” would be called. Here is my response: Agnosticism is [...]
If God’s Creation Was Perfect, Why Did Animals Become Extinct?
September 14, 2008 by
I believe when people say it is perfectly designed, they are generally referring to the fact that it is perfectly designed to allow sustained life (unlike any other planet in our solar system). Look at Earth, it is situated perfectly away from the sun. If we were further, it would be too cold. If we [...]
What Would Happen If I Suddenly Stopped Believing in God?
September 14, 2008 by
The same thing that happened to me when I didn’t previously believe in God. Nothing (except I will probably be more cynical, miserable, and depressed about life because it makes it kind of pointless if there isn’t a God in my opinion)! God gives us free choice and free will on this earth. Believing or [...]
I Want to Become A Christian, What Can I Do?
September 14, 2008 by
I recently received a question by a guy who was interested in becoming a Christian or developing a belief in God. He said he had a rough life previously, with tatoos, etc. He said he had a young son, and tried to take his son to church and it was very awkward. He said he had [...]
Is Dancing Considered a Sin? Does God Approve of Dancing?
September 14, 2008 by
I think dancing in itself is not a sin. However, as we all know, there are several types of dancing. First, I think any type of dancing is appropriate with your wife. The only exceptions is in a public setting, I believe they should dance appropriately (no grinding and sleezy stuff in front of others). [...]
How Has Your Belief in God Changed Your Life?
September 14, 2008 by
I believe in God/the bible. Only positive things have come from my belief in this (I haven’t always believed so deeply, in fact I used to consider myself agnostic or atheist. In general, I am a nicer person and more forgiving. I feel much more secure and purposeful in life. Believing in God makes me [...]
Is the Big Bang God’s Way of Proving His Existence?
September 14, 2008 by
Yes, it could be. I personally believe the “big bang” describes the moments when God said, “Let there be….” Scientists will never be able to prove or disprove the existence of God, simply because God created the big bang. It is like me creating a big baloon, and sticking an ant inside of it on [...]
Do You Find it Offensive When Christians Act Holy or Better Than You?
September 14, 2008 by
I think it is offensive for anyone to act arrogant or propose they are better than you because of their beliefs. What most people don’t realize is that they are committing the sin of pride when they do that. A truly Godly person should love all peoples, regardless of exact denomination, religion, skin color, etc. [...]
Is it a Sin to Have Sex Before Marriage? What Does the Bible Teach?
September 14, 2008 by
I recently had a question from someone who said that she and her husband “slipped” and had sex before they actually got married. They did actually get married, and the woman had miscarriages. Her father had scorned her and told her it was because she “sinned” by having sex before marriage (fornication). Is this a [...]
Do You Think That Faith Healers Such as Benny Hinn or Earnest Angley Are Fake?
September 14, 2008 by
This was a question I was recently asked. I think it can be asked in another way: Do you think that people are misleading, liars, and some evangelists are crooked? My answer is: Of course, and I agree that people like this reflect so badlly on religion as a whole. It is sad to think [...]
How Old Does the Bible Say the Earth Is? What Do Creationists Think?
September 14, 2008 by
Great question. First I just want to point out that there is no general accepted age. Some christians may very well believe in evolution and old earth ages. Some may believe in a newer earth. The bible never indicates any age of the earth. For the christians that tend to consider that the earth is [...]
What Substances is God Made of? Is God Made of Matter? Does He Have Flesh?
September 14, 2008 by
I would think that he is not made of matter as we know it. After all, matter and the universe were created by God. However, I am sure He can manipulate matter in any way He wants, or take the form of matter. Science tells us that the universe and matter were created at some [...]