Dive Into Commonly Wrestled With Questions
Everything written is what I have found on my own journey with the Lord in seeking out truth. I am continuously growing and learning. I invite you to do the same with Him.
The Gospel is the good news that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died for our sins, was buried, and rose again to offer salvation to all who believe (1 Corinthians 15:1-4; John 3:16).
Jesus’ death was necessary to atone for humanity’s sins, as the shedding of blood is required for forgiveness (Hebrews 9:22; Romans 5:8).
Suffering exists because of sin in the world, but God uses it to refine character, develop perseverance, and draw us closer to Him (Romans 5:3-4; James 1:2-4).
Prayer is how we communicate with God, express our dependence on Him, and align our will with His (Matthew 6:9-13; Philippians 4:6-7).
Yes, women can serve in various ministry roles, including leadership, as seen in Scripture (Acts 18:26; Romans 16:1-7), though there are differing views on specific roles in church leadership (1 Timothy 2:12).
The Bible is God’s inspired Word and has been faithfully preserved through history (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21).
God is one in essence but exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, coequal and coeternal (Matthew 28:19; John 1:1-14; 2 Corinthians 13:14).
God is just, and Hell is the consequence of rejecting His grace and choosing sin over salvation (2 Thessalonians 1:9; Revelation 20:15).
Jesus is the only way to salvation; no one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6; Acts 4:12).
The unforgivable sin is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, which is a persistent rejection of God’s grace (Mark 3:29; Matthew 12:31-32).
The Great Commission is Jesus’ command to make disciples of all nations, baptizing and teaching them to obey His commands (Matthew 28:18-20).
God heals according to His will and purpose, and sometimes He allows suffering for greater good (2 Corinthians 12:7-10; James 5:14-15).
Jesus was angry because the temple, meant for worship, had been turned into a marketplace, dishonoring God’s holiness (Matthew 21:12-13; Mark 11:15-17).
Yes, Christians can experience emotional struggles. God offers comfort and peace in the midst of trials (Philippians 4:6-7; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
Godly sorrow vs worldly sorrow
Revelation describes the ultimate victory of Christ over evil, including the tribulation, the return of Christ, the defeat of Satan, and the creation of a new heaven and new earth (Revelation 1:1-22:21).
Yes, Jesus experienced human emotions and temptations, making Him able to sympathize with our struggles (Hebrews 4:15; Matthew 26:38).
“Other gods” refers to idols and false deities worshiped by people, but God alone is the true God (Exodus 20:3; Isaiah 45:5-6).
Yes, Christianity and science can coexist. Science explores God’s creation, and Christianity provides the foundation for understanding it (Romans 1:20; Proverbs 3:19).
Yes, God is sovereign, yet humans have the free will to choose between good and evil (Deuteronomy 30:19; Joshua 24:15).
The Old Testament laws point to Christ and were fulfilled in Him; believers are called to follow Christ’s commands of love (Matthew 5:17; Galatians 3:24-25).
Salvation is by grace through faith alone, but true faith produces good works (Ephesians 2:8-9; James 2:14-26).
Yes, it’s normal to have doubts, but we are called to seek answers and grow in our faith (Mark 9:24; James 1:5).
God answers prayers according to His will and timing. Sometimes the answer is “no” or “wait” for our good (1 John 5:14-15; James 4:3).
The Church is made up of imperfect people, and some may fail to live according to Christ’s teachings (Romans 3:23; Matthew 7:3-5).
We discern God’s will through prayer, reading Scripture, and seeking counsel from godly people (Romans 12:2; Proverbs 3:5-6).
Faith is trusting in God’s promises and acting on them, even when we don’t see the outcome (Hebrews 11:1; James 2:17).
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