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| Person of the Holy Spirit in Old vs New Testament: Before the coming of Christ, what idea did the Jewish people have of the Holy Spirit? [Genesis 1:2]. |
| Satan's Musical Skill: If this is a reference to Satan (Lucifer) does it mean that he was in charge of music? [Ezekiel 28:11-19, Ezekiel 26-28]. |
| Expectation of Healing Through Prayer: How do I answer a skeptic about why not all are healed when they are prayed for? [2 Corinthians 12:7]. |
| Parting of the Red Sea: When the Red Sea was parted, was the "wall" of water a literal wall? |
| Teaching Revelation to 5-year-olds: What should we do if we are being encouraged to teach 4-5-year-olds about the Book of Revelation and the pre-tribulation, etc.? |
| Obeying the Gospel: Do you think "obeying the Gospel" means being baptized? [2 Thessalonians 1:8, Romans 10, Romans 6:17, 1 Corinthians 15:4, 1 Corinthians 2:1, Acts 17:7]. |
| Complicated Marriage Situation: I rushed into marriage while I was separated from the mother of my children (to whom I was not married). Now, I think we might have reconciled. What now? |
| Modern Jewish Nation: Could you help me understand the Christian interest in everything about the modern state of Israel, since I don't see it in the Bible? |
| Peter's Love (Phileo, Agape) or Jesus: Do you think that Peter really loved Jesus because of his multiple denials? [John 21:15-17, Matthew 10:33, Matthew 26:69-75]. Meaningful Love without the Holy Spirit: Do you think it is possible there is meaningful love with unbelievers without the Holy Spirit? |
| Supernatural Union upon Sexual Intercourse: Do you think when one joins himself to a woman (even a prostitute) there is some supernatural union? [Genesis 2:24, 1 Corinthians 6:16, Ephesians 5:31-33]. |
| Consequences of Eternal Security (Once Saved, Always Saved) What are the negative consequences if one holds the "Eternal Security" view? |
| Prophecy Teacher Differences: Wouldn't it be good for you to have a symposium with Dave Robinson to help us all sort through prophecy in scripture? |
| "Born Again" vs "Baptism of the Spirit": Is being "born again" and "baptized with the Holy Spirit" the same event? Caller refers to "The Normal Christian Birth" by David Pawson. [Hebrews 6:1-4, Ephesians 1:13, Ephesians 5:18, Acts 1:5, Acts 2:4, Acts 8]. |
| Kingdom of Heaven vs Heaven: Could you clarify the difference between "heaven" and the "Kingdom of Heaven (or God)?" [Exodus 19:5-6, Luke 17:20, Mark 1:15, Matthew 28:18, 1 Peter 2:9-12]. |
| Isaiah's "Child Dies at 100 years-old": Could you explain Isaiah 65's references to the New Earth and the "child will die at 100 years old?" [Isaiah 65:17-20, Revelation 20-21, 1 Corinthians 15]. |
| Recovering from Sexual Sin Before Marriage: Cannot God repair all failures of one's past? [Genesis 2:24, Joel 2:25]. |
| Not Entering the Kingdom as Children with Humility: Does this passage suggest that not many will enter the Kingdom because of the lack of humility? [Matthew 18:1-4, James 4:10, Matthew 16:24-26, Galatians 1:10, Luke 1:37-45]. |
| Don't Ask "Why": Can you unreavel the apparent contradictions in scripture about some asking God "why", but then commands about not aking "why" of God? [Romans 9:20-21, Acts 9:4-6]. |
| King of Jerusalem: One of my friend thinks Jesusalem didn't exist when Joshua refers to the King of Jerusalem. Could you explain? [Joshua 10:3]. |
| Eternal Security (Once Saved, Always Saved): Can you reconcile Romans 11:11 with the concept of "once saved, always saved" and further clarify your position? [Romans 11:11, Romans 11:22, Romans 11:16-24, John 15:1-6, Romans 5:2, Ephesians 2:8-10]. |
| Why Should a Skeptic Read the Bible?: What are the most compelling reasons for someone to read the Bible? |
| Could Jesus Sin? (Impeccability of Christ): Could Jesus have sinned? [1 John 3:5, Matthew 24:36, James 1:13-16, Hebrews 4:15-16]. |
| Modern Apostles: Do you have an opinion if the woman Kathryn Krick, who claims she is an apostle, could be genuine? |
| Scripture's Reliabilty: How do we know that the Bible (Scriptures) are reliable? Rec: Topical lecture series "Authority of Scripture." |
| "No Such Passover": Could you clarify the scripture about "no such passover" celebration in the days of Josiah? Did they not have Passovers for a time? [2 Kings 23:21-25]. David Shedding Blood: Would God's refusal to let David build His house be because he killed Uriah? [1 Chronicles 22:7-8]. |
| Elder's Stance on Age of Earth: How do I respond to elders dispensing with a pastor because he believes in old earth? [Romans 5:12, 1 Corinthians 15:21]. |
| Authorship of Genesis: Who wrote Genesis? How would Moses know how God created everything, etc.? |
| Israel Still God's Chosen People: Aren't the Jews still God's chosen people? Are they not still special to God? [1 Samuel 12:22, 2 Samuel 7:10, Exodus 19:5, Jeremiah 3:14, Jeremiah 31:32]. |
| Jews Buying Property in Israel: Did a lot of Jews buy property in Israel before WW1? Rec: "What are We to Make of Israel?" |
| Disagreement about Israel Still being Chosen: Caller disagrees with Steve about Israel being still chosen today, and still being chosen for priesthood. [Romans 3:1-2, Romans 3:9, Exodus 19:6, Revelation 5:9-10, 1 Peter 2:9-10]. |
| Keeping Commands of God: How would you articulate that verse about "keeping the commands" in Revelation 12? [Revelation 12:17, Matthew 28:20, Hebrews 8:10]. |
| "Four Horseman" Symbolism: Who or what is symbolized as the rider on the white horse (Four Horseman of the Apocalypse)? Rec: Steve Gregg's book "Revelation Four Views, Parallel Comentary" or verse-by-verse lectures on Revelation on the website. [Revelation 19:11-16, Revelation 6:2] |
| Desire the "Best Gifts" of the Spirit Are the "best gifts" referring to gifts for the whole church, rather than to the individual? [1 Corinthians 12:31, 1 Corinthians 14:1, 1 Corinthians 14:13, James 4:2]. |
| Indwelling of the Spirit: Does the Holy Spirit actually replace our own spirit? [Romans 8:15-16, Galatians 4:6, 1 John 5:7-8]. Trinity Indwelling Us: Does the whole Trinity come to dwell within us when we are filled with the Holy Spirit? [John 14:23]. |
| "Worship" vs "Emulating": Are we getting too focused on "worship" rather than "emulating" the Father? [John 5:23, 2 Corinthians 3:18] |
| God Stepping-in with Judgment: Do you think that God may need to step-in and do something like He did at the Tower of Babel because of the way American has declined? |
| Suicide of a Believer: Do you think that Pastor Rick Warren's son is saved, even though he committed suicide? 1 Corinthians 14:25, 1 Corinthans 4:4-8]. |
| Red Flags to Leave Your Church: What are the top ten red flags that signal the need to leave one's church? |
| Legalization of Cannabis: What do you think about the legalization of cannabis (to alleviate pain)? |
| Jesus' Death Buying the Whole World: Could you clarify what you mean by God buying the world from the Devil in your Empire of the Risen Son book? Did God have to pay the Devil? [Romans 3:26]. |
| Former Dispensationalist: Former Dispensationalist comments on Hal Lindsey's book "Late Great Planet Earth." Book of Enoch: Why was the "Book of Enoch" not put in the Bible? |
| Deciphering the Book of Revelation: Are the letters to the seven churches in the beginning of Revelation linked to the rest of the book and primarily about overcoming? [Revelation 2-3, Revelation 21-22, Revelation 4-20, Revelation 6]. |
| Isaac & Rebekah: Did Isaac officiate his wedding to Rebekah? [Genesis 24:26]. |
| Israel (Jew or Greek): Caller comments that scripture indicates there is neither Jew nor Greek in the Lord. [Galatians 3:27-28]. |
| Understanding the "Kingdom of God" and Inheritance: Could you help clarify the nature of the "Kingdom of God?" Is it an actual place? [1 Corinthians 6:9, Luke 13:28, Revelation 3:20, Luke 19:17, Colossians 1:13, Matthew 21:43, Matthew 25:31]. |
| God's Intervention in Humanity: Does God play a role when we are conceived (or is it just random)? Does He prefer some over others, working harder on some than others? [Psalm 139:13-15, Matthew 10:29-31, Proverbs 29:1, Galatians 1:15, Romans 1:28, 1 Timothy 2:3-4, Jeremiah 1:5]. |
| Veiling Women at Church: What do you think about a church giving women veils to wear? [1 Corinthians 11:3-16, Acts 18:18]. |
| Jesus' Free Will: Did Jesus have free will? |
| Obadiah and the End Times: How does one respond to someone who thinks that the book of Obadiah has relevance to eschatology? Palestine & the Philistines: Is there a link between the Palestinians and the Philistines? |
| Babylon in Revelation & God's Use of Nations Today: Caller shares how he was humbled and corrected by Steve's teaching. Does God use entire countries for His purposes? [Revelation 17]. |
| Ransom Paid to Whom: [Galatians 3:13, 1 Peter 1:18, Revelation 5:9, Hebrews , Matthew 13:44, 2 Corinthians 5:19, 2 Peter 1:2]. |
| Eternal Conscious Torment (ECT): Though I don't believe in Eternal Conscious Torment, there are verses that sound like some people (goats) will be in eternal fire. Can you comment? Rec: Why Hell? (Three Views) book by Steve Gregg or topical lectures "Three Views of Hell." [Matthew 25:41, Matthew 25:46, Jude 1:6-7, Revelation 20:10, Revelation 20:14, 1 Timothy 6:16, John 3:16]. |
| Bringing Glory to God with our Lives?: What can you advise for those of us who have been in the Christian camp all our lives but need to mature and bring God glory? When will we see sanctification? Rec: Topical lectures and Steve's book "Empire of the Risen Son (Vol1 & 2). [John 8:31, Matthew 16:24]. |
| Finding the Book of Romans: Can you help me find this verse that was read at my grandmother's funeral? [Romans 14:7-9] |
| Steve Gregg's Education: Did you graduate from high school or go to seminary? Holy Spirit's Teaching: Would you say that the Holy Spirit has allowed you to teach as you have? Can anyone know as much and have "no need for any man to teach them?" [1 John 2:27]. Kingdom of God (Heaven): Do you think that your ministry brings people to Christ? Caller then (mistakenly) corrects Steve saying that Jesus spoke considerably more of the "Kingdom of Heaven," than of the "Kingdom of God." Do you think that your ministry brings people to Christ? [Ephesians 4:11]. |
| Steve's Transition into Amillennialism: What was the most significant change in your walk with God when transitioning into Amillennialism? Rec:topical lecture "When Shall These Things Be?" |
| Fallen Angels & the Lake of Fire: Are the angels referred to in Jude 6 the same angels that fell and will be thrown into the Lake of Fire? [Jude 1:8, 2 Peter 2:4, Genesis 6:2, Revelation 12:4, Daniel 8:10, Daniel 12:3]. |
| "Sin Unto Death": What are the sins "that lead unto (eternal) death" vs "those that do not?" [1 John 5:16-17, Matthew 12:31-31, Mark 3:28-30, Luke 12:10]. |
| Disciples Missing Jesus' Presence: Do you think that Jesus was just saying that the disciples would miss Him in Luke 17? [Luke 17:22]. "Rhema" vs "Logos": Could you comment on the difference in meaning of "Rhema" and "Logos?" |
| Formation of the Roman Church: Do we know when the Roman Church was formed and who started it? [Acts 28:13-33]. |
| Penal Substitution (Atonement): Some we have listened to teach that Jesus did not have to die to pay for our sins and use scripture to say the "Penal Substitution" view of the Atonement is not valid. Can you help clarify? [1 Peter 2:24, 2 Corinthians 5:21]. |
| Evangelism by Knocking on Doors: What do you think about knocking on doors as an outreach for evangelism? Rec: Steve's Books "Empire of the Risen Son (Vol 1&2). |
| "Sanctified" by One's Spouse: What does the verse about being "sanctified" by one's spouse in 1 Corinthians 7? [1 Corinthians 7:14-16, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Leviticus 11:44-45, Leviticus 21:7]. |
| Defining "The Gospel": How does the Bible define "The Gospel?" [1 Corinthians 15:1-4, 1 Corinthians 2:2, Mark 1:1, Acts 17:7, Luke 2:17, Psalm 110:1, Hebrews 10:12-13, Matthew 28:18-20, Titus 2:14]. Disciples Preaching the Gospel: How do you think the disciples understood the gospel they were preaching? [Mark 1:15, Matthew 3:2]. |
| Philosophy: How much have you studied philosophy? Doesn't all of humankind follow philosophy? |
| Forgiveness from God Conditional: Are we forgiven once for all, or do we have to repent and keep asking for forgiveness? [1 John 1:7-9]. Forgiven, but Not Saved: Can you be forgiven, but not saved? [Mark 11:25-26, 2 Corinthians 5:18-19]. |
| Posture While Praying: Do you think the posture of prayer is important to God? Can we be sitting or lying on our backs, rather than kneeling? [1 Kings 8:54]. |
| Lilith, Adam's First Wife: Is the idea that Adam's first wife was Lilith in the Bible? |
| Mixing Politics & Religion: As a Christian running for office, what are your thoughts about mixing faith and politics? [Romans 1:16, Proverbs 29:2, 1 Corinthians 3:17, Mark 12:30-31]. |
| Continuing Confession in Prayer: Should we continue to confess and ask forgiveness in prayer? [Matthew 6:9-13]. |
| The Ten Commandments: If there is no difference between "The Ten Commandments" and the "Law of Moses," why were only "The Ten" placed in the Ark of the Covenant? [James 2:10]. |
| Comment on Needing to Confess Our Sins: Caller explains why we need to continue confessing our sins, paralleling it to Jesus washing Peter's feet. [John 13:9-10, 1 John 1:7, Titus 3:5]. |
| Dr. Eiton Bar (Jewish Theologian): Are you familiar with the Jewish theologian, Dr Eiton Bar? Universal Reconciliation (Atonement): Could you talk about these verses that seem to shed light on "Universal Reconciliation" (Universal Atonement)?" [Romans 5:12-21, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22]. |
| Wedding Garment (Parable): In the parable, who is the man thrown into the outer darkness because he lacks the proper wedding garments? Does he represent Christians who don't do anything for Christ? [Matthew 22:11, Acts 13:46, Matthew 13:47-Matthew 14:12, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 16:24, Luke 9:23]. |
| God Taking on Flesh (Mormon Belief): How does one respond to Mormons who draw from Steven's vision that God has actual flesh? [Acts 7:55-56, John 4:24, Luke 24:39]. Jesus' Standing in Heaven Offended the Jews: Why were the Jews so offended when they heard Stephen say Jesus was standing at the right hand of God. [Acts 7:56-57 Psalm 110]. |
| The Word "Nephesh": Caller hopes to share his thoughts about the word "nephesh" translated as "soul" or "life." [Leviticus 17:11-14]. |
| Praying in Jesus' Name: In whose authority are you praying when you pray "in Jesus' name?" [John 16:23-26, Colossians 2:17]. |
| Judging Church's about Liberal Views (LGBTQ): Are we unfairly judging churches that are embracing liberal views, such as supporting LGBTQ agendas? [1 Corinthians 6:9-10, John 7:24, 1 Corinthians 17:30, James 4:6-8]. |
| The Disadvantage of "Gen Z": Do you think that "Gen Z" has gotten the short end of the stick, because it seems like so many are unchurched? [Psalm 100:5]. |
| Abrahamic Covenantal Conditions: Do you think Jacob's dream suggests there were no conditions on the Abrahamic covenant? [Genesis 28:10f, Jeremiah 18:7-10, Genesis 18:19-21]. |
| Criticism of Non-Dispensational Views: How do I respond to a pastor who says that anyone who doesn't adhere to Dispensational views is delusional? |
| Commandments of Jesus vs of God: Do you see a difference between the commandments of God and the commandments of Jesus? |
| Morality of Day Trading: Do you think there is any moral compromise to day trading (stock market) as it may be paralleled to gambling? |
| Generational Curses & Deliverance Ministries: What do you think about "deliverance" ministries where someone claims that can cut the bonds of a "generational curses" for a later generation? |
| "Sin Unto Death": Is John speaking to Christians when he is speaking about one that may be "sinning unto death?" [1 John 5:16-18]. |
| Sexual Abuse of Adult Daughter & Criminal Prosecution: What are the ramifications of adult Christian children who have had to report their father who has been abusing an adult Downs Syndrome daughter and the various complications (the legal fall-out, responsibility toward mother, and honoring one's parents)? [Ephesians 6:2-3, 1 Corinthians 5:9-13, 1 Timothy 5:8, Matthew 18:15-17, Ephesians 6:1]. |
| Tattoos: Why do you think that tattoos are wrong for Christians? [Leviticus 19:28, 1 Kings 18:28]. |
| Free Masonry & the Shriners, etc.: What do you think about secret societies such as Free Masonry and the Shriners, etc.? [1 Corinthians 10:31]. |
| Universal Restoration View (of Hell): Could you talk about the ramifications of adopting the "Universal Restoration" view of hell and the effect it might have on one's motivation for Christian living? Rec: "Why Hell?" book by Steve Gregg [Hebrews 9:27]. |
| Chronic Pain: Is it wrong to call my many physical ailments "Sons of Hell?" [2 Corinthians 12:6-10, 2 Corinthians 1:9]. |
| Talking to the Father, Neglecting Jesus: If I am always talking to the Father, am I neglecting my relationship with Jesus? |
| "Spirits in Prison": Why would Christ preach to "spirits in prison?" [1 Peter 3:19-20]. |
| Generational Curses-Disagreement with Steve: Caller makes a case in contrast to Steve's view of "Generational Curses?" Have you heard of examples these curses and are you set in your view? [Ezekiel 18:20]. |
| Preaching the Gospel: Is the Gospel just about the idea that Jesus wants to have a relationship with you? |
| Asking in Jesus' Name: What does it mean when scripture says if we ask anything in His name, He will do it? Does it apply to healing? [John 14:13-15, Genesis 1:26]. |
| Calvinism's Predestination Error: Do you think Calvin made an error in assessing Romans 8, thinking it is about who would be saved, rather than how? [Romans 8:28-30]. |
| Ancient Structures Memorialize Noah: Caller offers information about ancient ruins he identifies as "Dolmens" as structures memorializing Noah (not substantiated). |
| Finding the Right Words When Praying: What do you think about using other's words when praying, since I can't always think of the right words? [Romans 8:26]. |
| "No Jew or Gentile" in Christ: How do Dispensationalists respond to the verse about there no longer being Jews and Gentiles in Christ? [Galatians 3:28-29, Galatians 3:7-9, John 8:37-39, Matthew 3:7-10, Romans 9:7-8, Galatians 4:28, Romans 2]. |
| "Sin Unto Death" (Unpardonable Sin): What do you think about a third possibility for the meaning of the passage about "sin unto death" (unpardonable sin)? [1 John 5:16-17, 1 John 1:7-9, John 5:14-15]. Unpardonable Sin: Is there an unpardonable sin? [Hebrews 6:4-6, Hebrews 10:26-28, 1 John 1:7-9]. |
| Evangelistic Message in Prayer: What are the keys points to remember when you lead someone in prayer to accept the Lord? Rec: Steve's books, "Empire of the Risen, Vol 1 & 2." |
| Steve's Book on Hell: Steve reminds listeners of his updated book on hell "Why Hell? Three Christians Views Critically Examined." |
| The Occult (Mentalism): Do you think that "Mentalism" is part of the occult? Pastor Who is a Magician: What do you think about a pastor who performs magic shows (illusions)? |
| Christians Demonized Again: If a Christian can be demonized, how can we be confident that upon deliverance, it will not happen again? [Luke 11, Matthew 12, Isaiah 54:17, Luke 10:19, James 4:7, Ephesians 6:12, Ephesians 4:27]. |
| Delivered, Cleaned and Swept: What does it mean in scripture when someone is delivered from demons, and things are in order, cleaned, and swept, but one is in danger again of being repossessed? [Matthew 12:43-45, Luke 11:24-26]. |
| Divorced Christians & Future Possible Remarriage to Others: What should two Christians do when they divorce if they cannot get back together? Can one who committed adultery remarry? [Matthew 18:15-16, Matthew 19:9, 1 Corinthians 7:12-15]. |
| The Flood Cleansing the World of Sin & the Curse on Noah's Sons: Why is the story about Noah getting drunk told when the world has just been cleansed of sin? What did Ham and Canaan do that deserved a curse? [Genesis 9:20]. |
| Frequency in Church Attendance: What do you think about frequent church attendance? [Hebrews 10:25, 2 Corinthians 3:17, 1 Corinthians 10:31]. |
| Scandals with Pastors in Texas: How should we handle the recent scandals of immoral megachurch pastors in Texas? [2 Samuel 12:14, James 3:1]. (He continues talking about this after the break even though he seems like he's done with the question before the break.) |
| Pastor Scandals in Texas: Should I continue to attend the church where this has taken place? [1 Timothy 3:6, 1 Corinthians 11:18-19]. |
| Daniel Applied to the Future: How do so many teachers present Daniel as applicable to the future? We have no sacrifices now. [Daniel 12:11, Daniel 9:26, Luke 21:6-7, Luke 21:20-24, Luke 21:32, Acts 1:7-8]. |
| Damascus into Rubble: How do we explain that Damascus has never been torn down completely into rubble? [Isaiah 17:1, Isaiah 7-8, Isaiah 8:4]. |
| Betrayal at Church: How do I handle betrayal by a pastor at church and how it now affects me while I'm at church? |
| Support of Recent Fallen Pastors: Caller shares the need to support the recently fallen ministers, instead of belittling them, and praying for their restoration and protection from further sin in the church, partly because it can happen to each of us.[Galatians 6:1, James 3:1-2, 2 Samuel 12:14]. |
| Catholic Prayers to the Saints: In light of these scriptures in Revelation, how can we be critical of the Catholics offering prayers to the saints? [Revelation 5:8, Revelation 8:3-4, John 16:23-27]. |
| "You are gods": What did Jesus mean when He said "I said, you are gods?" [John 10:34-35, Psalm 82:6, 1 Samuel 21:1, Matthew 12:3-8, John 8:44]. |
| Some Receive More Rewards in Heaven: Do we all get the same rewards in heaven (such as, the thief and Apostle Paul)? [Matthew 20:1-16, Matthew 25:14-30, Luke 19:11-27]. |
| The Children of the Promise, the Potter & Clay: Isn't Romans 9 about God's right as The Potter to choose "The Children of the Promise" as the ones (the group) who will be saved? [Romans 9, Romans 9:27, Romans 9:6, Romans 9:8, Romans 9:21-25]. |
| "Sinned Against You Only" (David): How could King David say in repentance "Against you, and you only, have I sinned" when he hurt so many? [Psalm 51:4-5]. |
| David's Mother: Who was King David's mother? |
| Parable of The Fig Tree: What is the meaning of the parable of "The Fig Tree?" [Matthew 24:1-3, Matthew 24:32-36, Luke 21;29-31, Mark 13]. |
| Old Testament Scripture Addressed Specifically to Ancient Israel: Would you help me understand how and when to apply (or not apply) the Old Testament scriptures (and promises) to us today? [Jeremiah 29:11, Joshua 1:5, Hebrews 13:5, Deuteronomy 28:1-15, Ephesians 1:3-14, 2 Corinthians 1:20, 1 Peter 2:9-10]. |
| Jesus Didn't Know: What do you think of these three different views of the passage that Jesus didn't know everything the Father did? [Matthew 24:36, John 17:5] |
| Jewish Apocrypha: How do I help a seeker interested in the ancient Jewish Apocrypha and the spiritual emphasis put on the Book of Enoch? |
| Not Adding to Scripture: Why were there more books added to the Bible after the Deuteronomy says not to? [Deuteronmy 4:2, Proverbs 30:6, Revelation 22:18-19]. |
| Children of God: Are we not "the Children of God?" [Romans 8:16-17, 1 John, John 10:34-35]. |
| The Lord God: Is there a distinction between the "Lord" and the "Lord God" (LORD) in Ezekiel? |
| God's Intervention: Does God always intervene? Is it generally understood that God will be there if you are at your lowest point? [Acts 17:28, Jeremiah 33:3, 2 Corinthians 4:16, Isaiah 55:6-9]. |
| Harrowing Current Events & Double Fulfillment: Since I believe in double fulfillment of prophecy, don't current events support many Dispensationalist ideas of end times? [Isaiah 7:14]. Defining Dispensationalism: Would you define "Dispensationalism?" |
| Old Testament Saints vs Today's Christians: Were the Old Testament saints Christians (as Luther said)? [Acts 11:26, Acts 26:28, 1 Peter 4:16, Hebrews 11, Hebrews 11:40, Hebrews 8:6]. |
| Confession of One's Who Has Wronged Me: Does James 5:16 mean I must hear the confession of one who wronged me, even when it was long ago and I have already forgiven them? [James 5:16, 1 John 1:9, Matthew 5:24, Luke 12:2-5]. |
| Going to a Medium: A Christian friend went to a medium and she knew all kinds of things about her dead relatives. Are these demons? [1 Samuel 28:14-15]. |
| Sola Scriptura vs the Holy Spirit: Should we depend only on "sola scriptura" or primarily the Holy Spirit to reveal the truth? [John 13:20, 1 Timothy 6:3, 2 Timothy 2:2, Colossians 2:10]. |
| Witness to Death Pleasant: What are your thoughts on someone who was on their deathbed and thought there was a party taking place for him? It seems that he was saved. |
| Tarot Cards: Could you comment on a Christian saying they "cannot" stop looking at Tarot cards? [Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 6:46-47]. |
| David's Numbering the People: If David knew that the numbering of the people was from Satan, would he have done it? [1 Chronicles 21:1]. |
| Book for Catholics: Caller recommends book "Preparing Catholics for Eternity" by Mike Gendron. Water Baptism vs Spiritual Baptism: Is Romans 6:3-4 talking about spiritual or water baptism? [Romans 6:3-4]. |
| Secular Music: What do you think about listening to secular music if you are not living a lifestyle like them? |
| Knowing God & Maturing in Him: I don't feel like I know God as I should, so what do you suggest I do to improve? I have obeyed the rules rather than knowing God. [Micah 6:8, Romans 13:10, Psalm 1:1-3]. |
| Slain in the Spirit: Is there any basis in scripture that suggests I need to be "slain in the Spirit?" |
| Hebrews Roots Movement (Torah Observant): How can I respond to my son's involvement in the Hebrew Roots Movement, and his rejection of Paul as an apostle? [Acts 9:26, John 13:30, 2 Peter 2, Jude 1:4, Jude 1:12-19, Acts 15:26]. |
| "Pearls Before Swine" & "Holy Unto Dogs": Can you explain the verse about not casting "pearls before swine" and giving what is "holy unto dogs?" [Matthew 7:6, Philippians 3:2, Acts 13:46, Matthew 13:13]. |
| Mystery Babylon: Who is Mystery Babylon? [Revelation 17:5]. |
| Appreciation for The Narrow Path's Ministry: Caller commends Steve for the ministry and radio program and comments on the need for solid Christian influence in the errant institutional church. |
| Speaking in Tongues: How did we go from the tongues of Pentecost, a known language, to this current practice of speaking in an unknown language? [1 Corinthians 14:13, 1 Corinthians 14:27-28]. |
| A Pastor Who Falls to Sin: If a pastor falls to sin, can he ever be restored and return to ministry? |
| Authority Over Serpents & Scorpions: Do you think the verse about having authority was just for the disciples, or is it for all of us? [Luke 10:19, Isaiah 11:8-9]. |
| Defining the Kingdom of God: Could you explain what the "Kingdom of God" is? Rec: Steve's books "Empire of the Risen Son ( Vol 1 & 2), or free audiobooks and lectures on the topic at the website. [Mark 1:14, Luke 17:20-21, Colossians 1:13, Daniel 2:44, Revelation 5:9, Matthew 28:20]. |
| The Nails in His Hands or Wrists: Do you think the nails went through Jesus' wrists, instead of his palm? |
| When the Thousand Years Are Over: How do you understand the verse "when the thousand years are over" if "millennium" represents endless time? Rec: YouTube "How Many Horseman?" (short video Q&A). [Revelation 20:7]. |
| Sinlessness (Entire Sanctification). Can we become completely sinless while still in the flesh? [James 3:2, 1 John 2:1-2, 1 John 3:7-9, Galatians 5:16, Luke 6:40, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Matthew 5:48, Luke 6:36, Hebrews 6:1]. |
| Mirrors: What do you think about mirrors? [1 Corinthians 13:12, 2 Corinthians 3:18]. |
| The New Covenant: Could you explain the "New Covenant?" [Jeremiah 31:31-34, Exodus 19, 2 Corinthians 3:3, Ezekiel 36:25, Ezekiel 11:19, Hebrews 8:13, John 13:34, Matthew 22:38-40]. "All Israel Will Be Saved". Would you explain what is meant by "all Israel will be saved" in Romans? [Romans 11:25]. |
| The Sign of the Cross: During the Reformation, why did Protestants give up the sign of the cross? |
| Edomites & Palestinians: Are the Palestinians actually the last of the Edomites and now, according to prophecy, they are being wiped out? |
| Women as Pastors & Bishops: Are women allowed to be pastors and bishops? [1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-7, 1 Timothy 2:12ff |
| Hal Lindsey: Caller shares an anecdote about Hal Lindsey and his predictions about Jesus' return. |
| Cessationism: Would you talk about Cessationism, as John MacArthur is quite critical of the idea that the gifts continue? [1 Corinthians 1:7]. Cessationism & Praying for Someone: How would a Cessationist be different from non-Cessationist praying for a sick child? |
| Alternative Counselors (to Psychology): As an alternative to going to a psychologist, who would you suggest as a counselor? |
| Military Killings: Regarding the commandment not to kill, what about our military? Rec: Article at the website. [Exodus 21-23, Acts 25:11]. |
| Denying Christ: How do you understand the scripture saying that we can't deny Christ? Is it one time and we are done? What about Peter? [Matthew 10:32-33]. |
| Captivity & Sword: Could you explain the verse about going into captivity and the sword? [Revelation 13, Isaiah 29]. |
| The Holy Spirit Departs: Is it possible for the Holy Spirit to leave us? Can we become unborn? [Ephesians 4:30-32, John 15:6]. |
| Prayer & Fasting: Does God listen more to prayers if it is accompanied by fasting? |