Audio Question And Answers
Here are some commonly asked questions about the Christian faith, the Bible and Christian living in general and their answers. We have answered these questions to the best of our ability. We are sure that you have asked some of these questions yourself, so get them answered in audio format. God Bless you as you seek the Truth of His Word. Most of these questions aren't about "Essentials", so you may not agree with us on every answer. But you need to decide that for yourself as you seek out the truth of God's Word.
Bible Questions
Can you explain the discrepancy between the command, “Thou shalt not kill,” and the fact that God kills?
Do the Ten Commandments apply to Christians today?
How do we understand the relationship between the Bible and modern science?
How do you reconcile a God of love with the doctrine of eternal hell?
How do you start studying the Bible if you’ve never studied it before?
Is hell a real place? If so, who made it?
What do you mean when you say the Bible is “inerrant”?
What’s wrong with the “what does this verse mean to me” approach to interpreting the Bible?
Children
Are Christian fathers commanded to do daily devotions with their children?
How do you explain the gospel to a child?
What is the most important thing parents need to know about parenting?
When is it appropriate for younger children to receive communion?
Salvation
Can a Christian "lose" their salvation?
Is it normal for a Christian to doubt his or her salvation?
Is water baptism necessary for salvation?
What does a person need to do in order to become a Christian?
What does a person need to believe to be a Christian?
What is your approach to apologetics, evidential or presuppositional?
Do you need to believe in the Trinity to be a Christian?
What about the proverbial “pygmy in the cave”? Do people really need to hear the gospel for salvation?
Christian Living
Do our efforts toward sanctification equate to attaining salvation by works?
Do we have to obey the O.T. Jewish Law?
Does God allow Satan to test us?
How do I increase my love for God?
How do we deal with unanswered prayer?
How do we understand the balance between God’s sovereignty and man's free will?
How should a Christian handle a demonic attack?
Is church membership important? If so, why?
Is there a difference between Bible reading and Bible study?
What is spiritual growth and how do you make it happen in your life?
The Church
As the Body of Christ, should we strive for ecumenical unity?
Can a pastor be effective without knowing Greek and Hebrew?
Does the Bible permit women to be pastors in the church?
How should we deal with a professing Christian who is involved in sin?
What is the main purpose of the Church?
Is a feeling of God’s presence an indication of true worship?
Is church membership important? If so, why?
Is music a viable alternative to traditional preaching for reaching today’s youth with the gospel?
What are your thoughts on giving a salvation invitation at the end of a service?
What is meant by “expository” preaching?
What is the most important thing to look for when searching for a church?
What is the role of emotion in a worship service?
What is topical preaching? Does it have a place in the church?
Why do Christians worship on Sunday instead of Saturday, the Sabbath?
Evangelism
Should we get a lost sinner to pray the "sinner's prayer" to get saved?
Is "asking Jesus into your heart" Biblical?
What books would you recommend when it comes to Evangelism and Apologetics?
Why does the Law need to be preached/shared in Evangelism?
Is it every Christian's responsibility to evangelize?
The Holidays
Is there anything inherently sinful or dangerous in celebrating Christmas?
What are your thoughts on celebrating God during the Thanksgiving holiday?
Just for Kids
How do you know if you're a Christian or not?
Where did God come from?
Where did the different races come from?
When I talk to my friend about Jesus, she doesn't seem interested. What should I do?
Politics
Since God is totally sovereign over world leaders and events, why should we vote or be involved in politics?
What is a Christian’s responsibility to the government?
Should we involve ourselves in moral political movements?