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Topic: Gifts of the Spirit

Episode Topic Audio

2024-04-11
Five-Fold Ministry: Do you believe in the "Five-Fold Ministry?" [Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Ephesians 2:20].
Prophets Today: Are there prophets today? [Hebrews 1:1-3, 1 Corinthians 14:29-30, Acts 11:28, Acts 15:32, Acts 21:9].


2024-04-09
Women in Ministry: What do you say to a young woman who wants to go into the ministry, in light of so many pastors saying women should not do so. [1 Corinthians 14:1, Titus 2:4-8].



2024-04-05
Speaking in Tongues Today: Does Joel 2 refer to speaking in tongues today? [Joel 2:22, Joel 2:28, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 1:7].



2024-04-02
Speaking in Tongues & Interpretation: Am I correct in thinking that the interpreters of tongues are different than the one speaking in tongues? [1 Corinthians 14:13].



2024-03-29
Gift of "Discernment of the Spirits": What about my niece who says she has the "gift of discernment of the spirits?" [1 Corinthians 12, 1 John 4:1].



2024-02-28
Evidence of "Filling of the Holy Spirit" (without Tongues): What would be evidence of one being "filled with the Holy Spirit" if they do not speak in tongues? Power ... or what? [2 Corinthians 3:18].



2024-02-09
Former Hindu; Regarding Evangelism: A former Hindu Christian shares his appreciation of Steve's ministry and asks, how should a believer focus on "The Great Commission," the Gospel, and evangelism? [Romans 10:14-15, Ezekiel 33:9, Matthew 1:21, John 9:25, 1 Peter 3:15].



2024-01-24
Receiving vs Giving in Ephesians: Do you know why a verse in Ephesians (which seems to be quoting a Psalm) changes the wording, from "receiving" to "giving?" [Ephesians 4:8, Psalm 68:18]
God "Giving Prophets & Teachers, Etc.": What is meant by God "giving apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers?" [Ephesians 4:11, 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12].


2024-01-11
Absence of the Gift of Speaking in Tongues: Should anyone who is filled with the Spirit be able to speak in tongues? Rec: topical lecture series "Charisma & Character" or book "They Speak with Other Tongues" by John Sherrill. [1 Corinthians 14, Jude 1:20].



2023-11-30
Verifying Genuine Gift of Tongues How do I know if the tongues I experience is genuine? [1 Corinthians 14]



2023-11-14
Cessationism (Ceasing of the Gifts): Does the Bible say that the gifts will cease (Cessationism)? [1 Corinthians 1:7, Romans 12:5-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, 1 Corinthians 7:7].
Believers Will Speak in Tongues: If the gifts have ceased, doesn't that conflict with the fact that all believers will speak in tongues? [Mark 16:17]


2023-10-06
The Gift of the Holy Spirit: The gift of the Holy Spirit can be rejected or accepted.
Narcissism & the Enemy: Was my narcissist ex the enemy, or was Satan really using him, making him the enemy? [Matthew 5:43-45].


2023-09-19
Kingdom or Church Authority: Would you describe how "kingdom" or "church" authority should manifest in this age in the church? [1 Corinthians 12:17-21].



2023-09-15
"Novo" Organization & "Divine Counsel": What do you think about an organization that is drawing its doctrine from rather unestablished & presumptuous material like the "divine counsel"("Unseen Realm" by Michael Heiser, Bible Project). [Genesis 6, Deuteronomy 32:6, Psalm 82].
Power from the Spiritual Realm: What do we need to know from scripture about how to pray effectively and powerfully? Do we need to claim authority to make our prayers work (as with healing, and authority over demons)?


2023-09-12
American Proselytizing: Where did American evangelicals get the idea that we should proselytize, which is so ineffective and unappealing? [Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:15-16, Acts 2:42, Acts 4:32-33]



2023-08-29
"Given" or "Received" Gifts: Regarding "given", or "received" gifts, is Psalms 69:18 more accurate than Paul's quote in Ephesians 4? [Ephesians 4:8, Psalm 68:18].



2023-08-21
Soul Prosperity=Health Prosperity: Where is the verse that says that if your soul prospers, then your health will prosper? [3 John 1:2, 3 John 1:14, 1 Corinthians 7:7-8].
NAR (New Apostolic Reformation) & Five-Fold Ministry: Would you give your opinion of the Five-Fold Ministries and the NAR (New Apostolic Reformation). [1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Romans 12:6-7, 1 Peter 4:10-11, 2 Corinthians 12:12, Acts 2:41-42, Ephesians 4:11].


2023-08-15
John MacArthur: Regarding your differences with John MacArthur and his beliefs, could you be more specific about the points of disagreement? Rec topical lecture series: "God's Sovereignty and Man's Salvation" and "Charisma & Character." [1 Corinthians 1:7].
Steve Gregg's Tribulation Position: Are you pre or post-trib in your view? Rec topical lecture series; 'When Shall These Things Be?" "What Are We to Make of Israel?"


2023-08-15
Gift of Prophecy: Caller disagrees with Steve about his view of the modern-day gift of prophecy [Acts 2:17, 1 Corinthians 14, Ephesians 4:11, Joel 2:28].



2023-08-11
Speaking inTongues (Various Uses): Do you believe in speaking in tongues? [1 Corinthians 14:13]. Rec: topical lectures on "Charisma & Character."



2023-08-07
"Jesus Revolution" Movie & "Jesus Revolution": Could you elaborate Chuck Smith's objection with the direction Lonnie Frisbee went with a more charismatic group (Vineyard)?



2023-08-07
A.I. (Artificial Intelligence): What do you think about the rapidly expanding use of A.I. (Artificial Intelligence)?
"Anointing" of the Holy Spirit: Could you talk about "anointing" in scripture and the "anointing" of the Holy Spirit? [I John 2:24, 1 John 2:27, John 14, Romans 12].


2023-08-03
Pentecostal vs Christian Churches: What is the difference between "Pentecostal" and "Christian" Churches?



2023-07-10
Warnings About Not Evangelizing Others: Could you talk about the warnings and directives about not evangelizing people? [Ezekiel 3:18, 1 Corinthians 9:16, 1 Peter 3:15, Ephesians 4:11, Matthew 28:19].



2023-05-25
"That Which is Perfect Comes": Why does Paul stick in the comment about "that which is perfect comes, now seeing darkly in a mirror, and being fully known" in the middle of the Love chapter? [1 Corinthians 13:9-12].
Strange Lips &Tongues: Could you comment on 1 Corinthians 14, and the use of tongues ....[1 Corinthians 14:21, Isaiah 28:11-12, 1 Corinthians 14:2-5, 1 Corinthians 14:28].


2023-05-01
Leading of the Holy Spirit: How do you tell when it is your own mind (Bible-informed mind) and the leading of the Holy Spirit? [Acts 11:27-28, Acts 21:10-13].



2023-04-24
Gifts of the Spirit: Could you talk about the views of the Gifts of the Spirit called "Cessationism" and "Continuationism?" [1 Corinthians 12:3-11, Romans 12:4-8, 1 Corinthians 1:7, Ephesians 4:13, Acts 8:9-10, Matthew 7:22, 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, 1 Corinthians 14:29, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3].



2023-04-07
Spiritual Gifts Mentioned in Isaiah: Could you survey the gifts mentioned in the book of Isaiah? [Isaiah 11:1-2, 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, Romans 12:3-8, 1 Corinthians 7:7].



2023-04-03
Speaking in Tongues: Why do some churches require "Speaking in Tongues" to evidence the filling of the Holy Spirit? [Acts 2:38, Acts 2:42, Acts 2:4, Acts 10:46].



2023-03-21
Speaking in Tongues: Is there as many as four different kinds of tongues, including demonic? Have you seen anyone you think is legitimately doing so? [Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 14:22-23,1 Corinthians 14:13, 1 Corinthians 14:2-4, 1 Corinthians 14:15-17].



2023-03-21
Gift of "Teaching": Is "teaching" a stand alone gift, or must it be linked only to being a pastor? A friend of mine questions your gift of "teaching" and says that would only be the case if you are part of a "five-fold" ministry? [Ephesians 4:11-14, Hebrews 5:12, 1 Corinthians 12:28f, 1 Peter 3:15, Romans 12:].



2023-03-09
Speaking in Tongues: Is "speaking in tongues" is an outdated gift and it is no longer valid today? [1 Corinthians 1:7, 1 Corinthians 12-14, 1 Corinthians 14:13, 1 Corinthians 14:39, Acts 2:1-4, Acts 10:47, Acts 11:15].



2023-03-01
Gift of Tongues: Is "speaking in tongues" the same as "praying in tongues" and do all Christians have this ability? [1 Corinthians 14:14, 1 Corinthians 14:16-17, 1 Corinthians 14:5].



2023-02-02
The Gifts: What is your understanding of the passage about gifts in Ephesians 4? [Ephesians 4:11-13, Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12].
Maturing Body of Christ: Is the "Body of Christ" mature? [1 Corinthians 3:1-4, Ephesians 4:13].


2023-01-23
Jesus' Miracles as Object Lessons: Would you review the parallel between Jesus' miracles and the related object lessions? [Isaiah 53:5, Isaiah 1:5-6, Isaiah 3:7, Matthew 9:6, Luke 5:25, John 2:7-11, John 15:1-5, John 8:12, John 9:39-41, John 6:11, John 6:48, John 11:25].
Given a "Measure of Faith:" What is meant by "each is given a measure of faith" as I don't want to take it in a Calvinistic way. So, is it about the giving of gifts? [Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 12:3, 1 Corinthians 12:3-8].


2023-01-18
Evangelizing in the New Testament: Did Paul and the disciples ever tell converts that they should go out and evangelize? [Ephesians 4:11, John 11:51, Romans 12:5-8, 1 Peter 3:1, Acts 2:41-43, Acts 4:33].



2022-12-20
Amillennial vs Dispensational: Is Amillennialism, by definition, not Dispensational?
Theologian, Spiros Zodhiates What do you know of the work of Spiros Zodhiates?
Charismatic vs Cessationist (Filling of the Holy Spirit): Can you clarify the definition of "Charismatics" and if it involves a "second work of grace?" Recommended topical lectures; "Charisma and Character." [Acts 8-9, Acts 19, Acts 1:5, Acts 2:4, John 20:22, Ephesians 1:13, Ephesians 5:18].

2022-12-13
"The Loaves" of Bread: Do you have any insight into "the loaves" of bread? [Mark 6:52].
Anointed People with Special Gifts: Since you have been around some really anointed people, like Lonnie Frisbee, do you think that one can cultivate this kind of anointing and efficacy of the gift?


2022-11-08
Genuine "Tongues Speaking": How do you determine when "tongues speaking" is genuine? [I Corinthians 12:2, I Corinthians 14:2-5, I Corinthians 14:15-17, Deuteronomy 13:1-3, Deuteronomy 18:22].



2022-10-24
Speaking Gifts: Do you think that all the gifts are "speaking gifts" in some way? [Acts 6, I Corinthians 12].
Greek vs Hebrew Jews: What was the difference between the "Helenistic" (Greek) Jews and the Hebrew (Palestinian) Jews?


2022-10-21
Evangelism-Our Responsibility for Future Converts: Do you think that we, as believers, have a direct impact on the number of people that will be ulimately be saved? [Ezekiel 33:17, Romans 12:8, Matthew 28:16-20].



2022-10-06
Interpretation of Tongues: Regarding the guidance given for speaking in tongues in church, how does one know if there is an gifted interpreter present? [I Corinthians 14:13, I Corinthians 14:27-28]



2022-09-29
Gifts for Ministry & Equipping of the Saints: Iin Ephesians 4, is Paul saying that people and their spiritual gifts all fit in one of these categories? [Ephesians 4:11-13, Romans 12, I Corinthians 12, I Peter 4:10-11].



2022-09-14
Evangelism's Urgency-Hell is Pending Is it practical to speak the gospel to everyone we meet-especially when they may end up in hell if we do not? Recommends Steve's book; "Hell-Three Christian Views" or the topical lectures; "Three Views of Hell." [Matthew 11:29, Isaiah 50:4].



2022-09-06
Gifts of the Spirit & Tongues: How is the gift of "tongues" beneficial for us today, in contrast to at the day of Pentecost? [I Corinthians 14, 4, I Corinthians 14:15, Jude 1:20, I Corinthians 14:22, I Corinthians 14:5].



2022-09-01
Speaking in Tongues: Doesn't it seem like some try to make everyone in the Body of Christ have the same gift of tongues, ultimately demeaning the other gifts that others have?



2022-08-31
Revelation's Fulfillment: I disagree that much of Revelation was already fulfilled, because when did all the fish in the sea die and the stars fall from the sky? [Isaiah 13:10, Isaiah 34:3-5, Revelation 6:12-14, Ezekiel 32:7-8].
Spiritual Gifts Not for Today: Should we disassociate from those who don't believe the gifts are us today? [Proverbs 27:17, I Corinthians 1:12, I Corinthians 3::4, 2 Thessalonians 3:14, Romans 16:17 ].


2022-08-30
Teachers No Longer Needed: Based on scripture, do we no longer need a "man to teach" us?" [I John 2:27, Romans 12:7, I Corinthians 12:7].



2022-08-26
That Which "is Perfect Comes" and is "in Part": Do you think it is possible that "in part" may be referring to is the "Body of Christ"? [1 Corinthians 13:10, I John 3:2].



2022-08-23
Tongues Speaking Experience: Some time after a spiritual experience I think was the "baptism of the Holy Spirit", I spoke some odd words privately. Could this be "speaking in tongues?"
Tongues in Prayer: Could you be praying for something you don't understand when speaking in tongues? Recommended topical lecture; "Charisma & Character." [I Corinthians 14:2].


2022-08-22
Filling of the Holy Spirit & Tongues: Could you talk abut "the filling of the Holy Spirit"? Is "speaking in tongues" and other fillings the same? Is it only for some? [Acts 1:5, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:4, Ephesians 5:18, Ephesians 1:13, Acts 8:16-17, Acts 19:6].



2022-08-11
Interpretation of Tongues: How does one know what is a good interpretation of tongues? [I Corinthians 14:13].
Tongues-Multiple Interpretations in Church: What do you think about three different interpretations of the same tongues speaking at church?


2022-08-10
Tongues: How does one know if the speaking of tongues is authentic and what it is for in the church? [I Corinthians 14].
Tongues & Other Gifts: Why would one church speak in tongues and another not do so?


2022-08-09
Speaking in Tongues & Pentecostalism: Though I totally believe in "speaking in tongues" isn't there suppose to be a proper order to it? [I Corinthians 14].



2022-08-03
Manifestation of Gifts: Could you talk about the skepticism I have about the manifestation of the gifts in the church today? [I Corinthians 12-14, Ephesians 4].
Purpose of Church Gatherings: What is the purpose of the gathering of the church body? Recommendation: Topical lecture; "Some Assembly Required." [I Corinthians 14:26].


2022-07-29
Israel of the Old Covenant: Were all those in Israel in the olive tree, or just if they were faithful to the Old Covenant?
The Olive Tree: Could you help me understand the meaning of the illustration of the "Olive Tree?" [Romans 11:24, Jeremiah 11:16, Exodus 19:5, Hebrews 8:13].
Healing Miracles Today: Do you think that miraclulous healing is still taking place today, as it did in the days of the disciples and if so, where is it seen? [I Corinthians 12, I Corinthians 1:7, Acts 2:41, Mark 16:17, 2 Corinthians 12:12, I Timothy 5:23, 2 Timothy 4:20, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Revelation 21:4].

2022-07-22
Speaking in Tongues: If "tongues" is still relevant in the church today, how should it be used or applied? [I Corinthians 14:22, I Corinthians 14:2, I Corinthians 14:13-14, I Corinthians 14:27].



2022-07-07
Televangelist's Healings: Could you comment on the instantaneous healings I see on television and if they are disingenuous? [Acts 7-8, Philippians 2:25-27, 2 Timothy 4:20, I Timothy 5:23].



2022-07-07
Gifts of the Spirit: Are we not expected to see the gifts of the Spirit active in our churches? [Ephesians 4:11].



2022-07-04
Modern Day Prophets: What do you think about modern day prophets? [Ephesians 4:11-16, I Thessalonians 5:20].



2022-06-30
Who Are 'They" in Acts 5?: When the apostles were working miracles in Acts 5, who is the "rest" that "did not join them"? [Acts 5:13-14, Acts 2:47].
Signs & Wonders: Where is the power of the "signs & wonders" of the New Testament days? [Acts 4:29, Acts 2:43, 2 Corinthains 12:12, Mark 16:20, John 17:21].


2022-06-14
Gift of Prophecy: Could you talk about the gift of prophecy and its relation to today? [I Corinthians 14:1, I Corinthians 14:26, I Corinthians 14:29, I Thessalonians 5:20, I John 2:27]



2022-06-03
The Trinity: Is this an adequate explanation of the Trinity?
Gift of Discernment: Is the sense of discernment a gift of the Holy Spirit? [I Corinthians 9:11, I Corinthians 12:10, I John 4:1, I Corinthians 14:29, Hebrews 5:14].


2022-04-14
Speaking in Tongues: What do you think about a church who says that unless you speak in tongues, you don't have the Holy Spirit?



2022-04-13
Best Method of Evangelism: What is the best manner of evangelism; approaching strangers on the street or building a relationship? [I Peter 3:15, I Corinthians 12].



2022-03-23
Baptism of the Holy Spirit (Ghost) with Evidence of Speaking in Tongues: Is it necessary to show the evidence of speaking in tongues to evidence the Holy Spirit (Ghost)? [Acts 1:5-8, Acts 2:4, Matthew 3:11, Luke 3:16, Ephesians 5:18, I Corinthians 12-14].



2022-03-07
Qualifications for Evangelism: Are there any biblical qualifications for being an evangelist? [I Timothy 3, Titus 1, Ephesians 4:11].
David as Murderer & Adulterer: Did David lose the spirit when he committed the crimes of murder and adultery?


2022-02-25
Word of Faith (Prosperity Doctrine): Could you help me understand these verses relative to the Word of Faith movement? [Matthew 7:11, Luke 11:13, Deuteronomy 28, Ephesians 1:3, John 16:33].



2022-02-24
Evangelizing: Are we not commanded to preach Jesus and evangelize the world? [Acts 2:42, Acts 4].



2022-02-04
Purpose of the Contemporary Church: Exactly what is the purpose of the modern day church, and why has the church left the early church model and tends not to use the gifts? [Acts 2].



2022-02-03
Finding Your Gift: How do you know what your gift is?



2022-01-18
Fire-breathing Dragon: Caller makes a humorous clip about the fire-breathing dragon from Job that an atheist was talking about in a recent show.
Producing Miraculous Signs Today: Are we supposed to be producing miraculous signs, in addition to fruit (such as raising the dead)? [Mark 16:9-20, Romans 12, I Corinthians 12:29, Matthew 10, Luke 10, I John 3:22].


2022-01-17
Defining One's Spiritual Gifts: Do you think that one does not have to take a test to find one's spiritual gift, but instead will know the gift(s) as they naturally serve as they are walking in the spirit?
Teaching Other's About Their Gift: How should one respond to those who want to teach others how to use and display their gifts?


2022-01-07
Blessings in Christ: What are our primary spiritual blessings in Christ to which Paul refers? [Ephesians 1].
"In Christ" & the "Body of Christ": Is being "in Christ" a mystical thing, or is it more of a metaphor? [Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1].


2021-12-21
Learning the Bible Like Steve Gregg: Can other people learn to refer to Bible scripture as quickly as you do, or is it just a special gift of yours?
Feeling Sorry for the Pharisees: Do you ever feel sorry for the Pharisees? [John 10:37, John 17:6, John 5:42, Acts 15:5].


2021-12-13
Cessationists & Dispensationalists: Do you think that "Cessationists" are preaching another gospel?



2021-11-23
Teaching Speaking in Tongues: Should the "gift of tongues" be taught to others?



2021-11-22
Gift of Tongues: What is your view of the "Gift of Tongues"? [I Corinthians 14:2, Jude 1:20, Acts 2].



2021-11-02
Speaking in Unknown Language (Tongues): Why are there people who speak in tongues, but it is not a familiar and understood language? [Acts 2:8, I Corinthians 14:22, I Corinthians 14:2-4, I Corinthians 14:27, Jude 1:20].



2021-10-29
Judge Yourselves, Paul Doesn't Judge Himself: Could you respond to Paul commenting that he doesn't even judge himself, but yet we are to judge ourselves? [I Corinthians 4:4].
Servant Teachers All are Yours: Can you help me understand Paul's remarks about "all are yours"? [I Corinthians 3:21-22, Ephesians 4].


2021-10-26
Precious Metals Donations to The Narrow Path: Does "The Narrow Path" accept precious metals as donations?
Calvinist Teachers: How can intelligent Christian teachers (John MacArthur, R.C.Sproul, etc.) ascribe to Calvinism when there is so much scripture that disproves it ?


2021-10-08
Prophets Today: Could you elaborate on the gift of prophecy and what it looks like to us today? [Matthew 7:16, I Thessalonians 5:20-21].



2021-10-08
Gift of Giving and Tithing: Can you help me understand how the "gift of giving" relates to the way we tithe or give from the heart? [Matthew 6:21, Matthew 23:23, I Timothy 6:17, I Corinthians 9:11, 2 Corinthians 8:2].



2021-09-13
Tongues Contradiction: What does Paul mean by saying that tongues is a sign for unbelievers, but seems to contradicts himself right after? [I Corinthians 14:22-24, Isaiah 28, I Corinthians 14::2-5, I Corinthians 14:28, Isaiah 28:11-12].



2021-09-02
"Gifts & Calling of God without Repentance": Would you talk about "the gifts and calling of God are without repentance" in Romans 11? Could your calling still remain on your life, no matter what? [Romans 9-11, Romans 11:29, Romans 9:6].



2021-08-16
One's Purpose in Life: Is the idea of finding one's path or "purpose in life", a bit too self-focused and self-interested as typical in modern pop psychology? [Jeremiah 1:5].
Acting On One's Spiritual Gift: If you know your gift is, should you advertise it or just led God open the doors?


2021-08-10
Prophetic Word & God Speaking: Are some of the prophetic words we think we hear from God, just our imaginations, or is it really God speaking? [1 Thessalonians 5:20, Acts 16].
Asking God to Prophetically Speak to Us Should we not ask God to prophetically speak to us? [John 5:46].


2021-08-04
Called to Ministry: How does one know if they are being called into ministry?
Enoch: What happened to Enoch?
Sons of God & the Nephilim: What about the "Sons of God" and Nephilim? [Genesis 6].

2021-08-04
Southern California Bible Study Fellowship: Caller offers and opportunity for others to join a Bible Study fellowship in Oakland Hills CA, with Steve Gregg lecture homework.
Supporting Steve Gregg financially: Caller encourages listeners to give financial gifts to support Steve Gregg personally.


2021-07-22
Speaking in Tongues: What is the purpose of God creating the phenomenon of speaking in tongues, instead of just letting us know what He wants to say directly? Recommended Topical Lecture: "Charisma and Character". [I Corinthians 13:4, I Corinthians 14:2, I Corinthians 12:10, I Corinthians 14:14].



2021-07-06
Cessation of the Gifts of the Spirit: Did the gifts of the spirit and miracles cease? [I Corinthians 13:8-11].



2021-06-29
Speaking in Tongues: I have made some sounds, but I am not sure if I have ever spoken in tongues.



2021-06-25
Gift of "Discernment": Could you help me understand the gift of "Discernment"? Does it have to do with discerning demons? [I Corinthians 12, I Thessalonians 5:21].



2021-06-23
Tongues & Other Gifts in the Church: Why the church is not benefitting by more people exercising of their gifts in the church? [I Corinthians 14:26-29, Romans 12:6-8].



2021-06-23
First Fruits & the Tithe: Are the "first fruits" the tithe? [Matthew 23:23, Luke 14:33, Malachi 3:10].



2021-05-27
Business as Ministry: Is my business really my ministry, or have I just missed God's calling? [Proverbs 16:11].



2021-05-20
Gift of Prophecy in the Church Today: What do you think about the gift of prophecy in the church today? [I John 1:4].



2021-05-14
Foot Washing: What is the significance of washing one's feet?
Levels of Hell: What are the three levels of hell?
Spiritual Gifts: What are the 7 spiritual gifts, and what about tongues at Pentecost? [Romans 12, I Corinthians 12, Acts 2].

2021-04-21
Gift of Prophecy and Prophets: Is there a difference between the "gift of prophecy", "time of the prophets", predictions, and simply seeing what is coming in the future? [I Corinthians 14:31].
Prophets Today: Are there still prophets in the church today? And how do you tell true prophets?


2021-04-07
Spiritual Gifts for Today or Not: Are the gifts of the spirit only for the original disciples or apostles and not for us today?



2021-02-23
Prophets Today: Are there still prophets today-since the coming of Christ? [I Corinthians 12:29, I Corinthians 1:7, I Corinthians 13:12].



2021-02-22
Fruit of the Spirit & the Spiritual Gifts: Why am I not experiencing the of fruit of the Spirit, particularly peace and joy? [Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Peter 1:4, I Corinthians 13, I Corinthians 12:31, I Peter 4:10-11].



2021-02-04
Tongues-Known or Unknown Language: Is tongues a known language, rather than gibberish? If not, why would God make a language that is just gibberish, and need an interpreted? [I Corinthians 14:22, I Corinthians 14:2].
Tongues-Language of Angels or Men? Is "speaking in tongues" a language of angels or of men? [I Corinthians 14].
Steve Gregg's Experience with Tongues: What was your experience like when you spoke in tongues?

2021-02-03
Prophets Today: Do you know any true prophets today, and what evidence is there to support them as genuine? [I Corinthians 12:29-30, I John 4:1, Ephesians 2:20, Ephesians 4:11-16].



2021-02-03
Modern Day Prophets: What do you think about the prophets modern day prophets like Rick Joyner, whose prophecies do not come true? [Deuteronomy 18:10-22].



2021-01-19
The Canaanites, Jerusalem & Israel: If Jerusalem was conquered in Joshua's day, then why did David have to later conquer them again. [Joshua 12:7-10].
Purpose of Speaking in Tongues: What is the use of speaking in tongues? [I Corinthians 14:22, Romans 8:26, Jude].


2021-01-15
Speaking in Tongues: Could you explain "speaking in tongues", now as opposed to Pentecost? [Acts 2, Acts 10, Acts 19, I Corinthians 14:22, I Corinthians 14:2-5, I Corinthians 14:26-28].



2020-12-18
Obligation to Evangelize: Do we have the responsibility to make sure everyone gets saved? [Revelation 3:21, Matthew 7:13-14].



2020-12-11
Gifts of the Spirit & Cessationism Would you make an argument against cessationism (the ceasing of the spiritual gifts)? [Romans 12, I Corinthians 12, I Corinthians 1:7].



2020-12-08
Speaking in Tongues: What is your personal experience like with speaking in tongues? [I Corinthians 14, Jude 20].



2020-11-25
Tongues and Other Gifts of Steve Gregg: Do you, Steve Gregg, have any other gifts other than speaking in tongues?
The Stone in Daniel: If you know Josephus or Luther, what did the think of the stone in Daniel?


2020-10-27
Seeking "The Kingdom of God": Is seeking "the Kingdom of God" the most important thing we are to do? [Matthew 6:33, Matthew 24:14].
Seeking Success in a Career: If we are disciples of Christ, should we be seeking financial success in our career? [I Corinthians 12, Romans 12, Acts 3:6, Matthew 10:8, Matthew 19:23, Ephesians 4:28, 2 Thessalonians 3:10, 1 Thessalonians 4: 11, I Timothy 6:17, I Timothy 6:9, I Corinthians 12:31].


2020-10-20
Gift of Evangelism & The Great Commission: What would you say to those who suggest they do not have the gift of evangelism, especially in light of the "Great Commission"? [Ephesians 4:11, Matthew 28:16-20, I Corinthians 12, Romans 12, I Peter 3:15, Matthew 10:33, John 13:35, I Peter 4:10-11].



2020-10-19
David saying "Ma-Up" Is David saying, "man-up" to Solomon? [I Kings 2:2, I Corinthians 16].
Boldness in Evangelism: How can I be more bold in witnessing for Christ? [I Peter 3:15].


2020-10-08
Gift of Healing: If one has the gift of healing, then does one then have that gift all the time? [2 Corinthians 12:12].



2020-09-22
Over or Under-Confidence in One's Salvation: Some people seem almost pretentious in their salvation, and yet I don't feel that way, can you comment? [Matthew 7:13, Luke 13:24, I Peter 14:18, Matthew 7:21, Matthew 16:24-26, James 3:1].
Lord, Lord, but He Never Knew Them: How could the people do works in his name, but end up not really saved? [Matthew 7:21, I Corinthians 13, I John 3:14].


2020-09-14
Tongues-Heavenly or Unknown Language: Is "tongues" an unknown language, or a heavenly language? [I Corinthians 13:1, I Corinthians 14:2, I Corinthians 14:22].
Tongues for Edification: How does "speaking in tongues", if it is an unknown language, be edifying? [I Corinthians 14].


2020-08-25
Tongues and Being Filled with the Holy Spirit: Do you think that speaking in tongues accompanies the filling of the Holy Spirit?
Signs of Being Filled with the Holy Spirit: What is the initial sign of being filled with the Holy Spirit [Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 5:2].


2020-08-21
No More Prophecy After Jesus: Does Hebrews 1 indicate that since Jesus came we no longer need to hear from prophets? [Hebrew 1:1-3].



2020-08-21
Inner Healing Movement: Could you tell me what the words you described the "Inner Healing" movement?
Speaking in Tongues Still Active: Is speaking in tongues still an active gift of the Holy Spirit? [I Corinthians 1:7, I Corinthians 14:27].


2020-08-14
Tithing-an Old Testament Obligation: Isn't tithing an Old Testament requirement, therefore not really relevant to us today? [Hebrews 7, Matthew 23:23].



2020-08-10
Jesus-King Now or Not Till Later: Is Jesus the King of the earth now? [John 17:4, Matthew 28:18, Acts 2:36].
Authority of an Ambassador: How much authority does an ambassador have and do they have authority over demons?


2020-08-06
TV Show, "American Gospel" & Word of Faith Movement: If you have seen the TV show, "American Gospel", can you comment on it and ministries like the Bethel Movement? [2 Corinthians 12:12, I Corinthians 12:10].



2020-07-30
Giving to the Unbelieving Poor: If you are generous to poor unbelievers, does it count meritoriously to God? [Matthew 25:40, Galatians 6:6, Galatians 6:10].



2020-07-30
The Charismatic Movement: Would you comment on the history and validity of the charismatic movement?



2020-07-30
Greek Word for faith, "pistis": Could you help me sort out the actual meaning of the Greek word for faith, "pitis" and how it relates to a gift given or our choosing to believe? [Romans 10:17, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:1].
Faith-a Gift Given or Chosen by Us: Could you help me understand out much our will has to do with our salvation, the grace with which it is given, and evaluation of the evidence? [Hebrews 11:1].


2020-07-13
Power No Longer Manifested in the Church: Is not the church not manifesting the power of God today as it should be? [Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:4, I Corinthians 4:20].
Baptism of the Holy Spirit: Is the power lacking in the church today because many may not have experienced the "Baptism of the Spirit"? [Acts 10, Acts 19].
Believers Not Experiencing the Power of the Holy Spirit: What do you say to a believer who has not experienced the power of the Holy Spirit in their lives?[Hebrews 8:10, Ezekiel 36:25, Ezekiel 11:19, Ephesians 1:13, Ephesians 5:18].

2020-06-24
Promoting the Kingdom of God: What is the best way to serve to further the Kingdom of God?



2020-06-23
Women Received Gifts at Pentecost: At Pentecost, did women receive the same gifts as the men did, including tongues? [Acts 1:8]
Other Gifts at Pentecost: Were there other gifts, besides tongues, given at Pentecost? [Acts 2:4, Acts 1:8].
Steve Gregg's Receiving of the Holy Spirit: What was your experience, Steve Gregg, when you received the gift of the Holy Spirit?

2020-06-17
Speaking in Tongues: Is speaking in tongues the only gift that evidences the presence of the Holy Spirit?



2020-06-11
Gift of Prophecy Today: If the canon of scripture is complete, then how can there be a gift of prophecy today? If so, what does it look like? [Acts 21].
Gift of Prophecy Defined: Is the gift of prophecy about making predictions? [I Corinthians 14:29, I Thessalonians 5:20-21, I John 4:4].


2020-06-09
Tithing: Can you tithe as you decide rather than 10%, and can you tithe to other ministries, other than your church?



2020-06-09
Gifts of the Spirit-Cease or Continue: Where in scripture would you find that the apostolic gifts of the spirit cease or continue? [I Corinthians 1:7].
Tongues: Regarding tongues, doesn't Paul say that it should be interpreted? Is it a known language? [I Corinthians 14:2, Acts].
Calvinism and Unforgivable Sin: Is seems like if there is an unforgivable sin, then Calvinism doesn't make sense.

2020-05-20
Gifts Remain for Believers Today: Could you provide a verse that proves that the gifts still remain for us today? [I Corinthians 1:7, I Corinthians 13:9-10, Ephesians 4:11-13].



2020-05-11
Children Being Required to Fast: Do you think children should fast, or be required to fast, to overcome sinful behavior?
Train Up a Child: What does the verse in Proverbs mean, "train up a child in the way he should go..." [Proverbs 22:6].
Donations Through PayPal: Can people still donate through PayPal?

2020-05-08
Gift of Healing Today: If the gift of healing is still applicable today, as promoted by many Pentecostals, why do we not see it happening today? [Romans 2:16, I Timothy 1:16, Mark 10, Mark 16:17-18, 2 Corinthians 12:12, Acts].



2020-05-04
Tongues as an Unknown Language: Where in scripture can you make a case for speaking in tongues being an unknown language, pehaps that of angels? [I Corinthians 14:2 & 13].
Tongues as a Known Language: Is tongues in the book of Acts at Pentecost a known language? [Acts 2, Acts 10, Acts 19, I Corinthians 14, Jude 1:20].


2020-04-14
Gift of Faith and Saving Faith: Is there a difference between the gift of faith and a saving faith? [I Corinthians 12, Ephesians 2:8-9].



2020-04-02
Take Up Your Cross: What is your view of the prophetic implications of His own death, when Jesus said that we are to take up our cross? [Luke 9:29, John 10:18].
Speaking in Tongues: If there is no interpretation of tongues, doesn't it prove that the tongues spoken is not genuine? [I Corinthians 14:13].


2020-04-02
Speaking in Tongues: Do you think that people who have been filled with the Holy Spirit can speak in tongues, but won't necessarily do so?
Speaking in Tongues: I have prayed for the gift of speaking in tongues and have felt a kind of welling up inside, but do not so. Am I doing something wrong? [I Corinthians 13, 14:13, Jude 20].


2020-03-04
Hospitality: Are we commanded to be hospitable? [Luke 10:25-37, I Peter 4:9].



2020-02-05
Giving & Stewardship: Could you talk about the gift of giving, and how the early church dealt with their finances, giving, and communal living and care for one another? [Acts 2:44, 4:34, 5:4, 11, 2 Corinthians 8:15, Exodus 16:18].
Financial Management-Descriptive or Prescriptive: Do you think that some of the financial references in scripture is more descriptive, rather than prescriptive, particularly because of special depressed circumstance? [Acts 11].


2020-01-10
Tongues & Other Gifts: Do not all these signs described in scripture still happen to believers, such as tongues? [Mark 16:17, Matthew 7:11].



2019-12-13
Unbeliever in Church: If church is only for believers, what do we do with unbelievers who are in the church service? Do we not let them visit? [I Corinthians 14].
Gifts of the Magi: Would you talk about the gifts of the Magi? Is there any application to us? [Matthew 2, Luke 14:33].


2019-10-09
Prophets Today: Who doesn't believe that there are prophets today? [I Corinthians 1:7]



2019-09-17
Faith, Salvation, Grace: If faith, grace, and salvation are gifts, that doesn't support the Calvinist position, right? [Ephesians 2:8].



2019-09-10
Gifts for the Church: If I feel that I have the specific gift of wisdom regarding interpreting scripture to offer the church, and yet those to whom I have promoted the idea, don't seem receptive, how should I understand or interpret this?



2019-07-19
Levels of Gifts: Are you familiar the gifts being broken down into different levels of maturity-some from the Father, some from the Son, and some from the Holy Spirit? [Romans 12:3, Ephesians 4, I Corinthians 12:7f, 29f].



2019-07-05
Apostles & Disciples Distinguished: Would you help me understand the difference between "disciples" and "apostles" [Matthew 10:1-2, Acts 11:26, Mark 3:13, Luke 6:13].
Apostles Today: Are there apostles today?


2019-06-07
Financial Stewardship: Retiring, Saving, Living by Faith, Giving, What to do financially?



2019-06-06
Giving Your Extra Funds: After you pay your bills, how do you save and disburse your extra money? [Matthew 6:19f, Matthew 10: 17-27].



2019-05-20
Charismaticas: Are the signs of the charimastics often fake?



2019-05-02
Miracles & Faith: What about the signs and miracles of the past as compared to today?



2019-05-01
Demons: Where have all the demons gone? How would I recognize a demon possession today?
Power as the Disciples: Why do we not operate with the same kind of power as did the disciples in the 1st century?


2019-04-19
Gift of Prophecy: How does one assess those who declare, 'thus saith the Lord'? How does one assess the gift of prophesy in church? What kinds of scrutiny should be used? [I Corinthians 14:12;10]



2019-03-21
Extreme Charismatics: What about extreme charismatics who are pursuing gifts that aren't even biblical (cults, Bethel movement, Sozo, Word of Faith)?



2019-02-13
No interpretation of tongues: Speaking in tongues that nobody can interpret, is that biblical?



2019-02-11
Personality Tests: What does steve think of taking personality tests?



2019-02-07
Cessation of Spiritual Gifts: Did the gifts of the Spirit cease after the Apostolic Age? [1 Corinthians 13:8]



2019-01-22
Command Love-Fruit of the Spirit: Why would God direct us to love, if love is given in the gift of the Holy Spirit? [Romans 5:5, Galatians 5:22, Luke 6, Matthew 7:12, Hebrews 10:16].



2019-01-18
Supporting Your Ministry-The Narrow Path: What would you say if I were to stop supporting other ministries in order to support your ministry?



2019-01-14
Gift of Speaking in Tongues: How would I know for sure I have received the gift of tongues?



2018-12-19
Receiving Good things from God: Asking & receiving good things. [Matthew 7:7, Luke 11]



2018-12-05
Eternal Security: Can you lose your salvation?
Giving to the Narrow Path Ministry: Can I give to your ministry instead of my church?


2018-11-15
Spiritual Gifts in each Church: How come most churches don't follow the spiritual gifts that Paul laid out at the end of 1 Corinthians, especially 1 Corinthians 14:26?



2018-09-27
Corban: Can you expound on the Corban gift? [Mark 7:11]



2018-09-19
Benefits for caring for Animals: Is there any heavenly benefits to caring for animals & strays? [Proverbs 12:10]



2018-09-17
Gifts of the Spirit: Do Gifts of the Spirit like miracles & tongues & the rest still exist?



2018-09-04
Apostles for Today: Are there any apostles for today? How do we know if they are genuine or not?



2018-08-28
Replacement Theology: In the new covenant, have the gentiles replaced Jews now or what?
Speaking in Tongues: I looked in your statement of beliefs & didn't see anything about tongues. Do you still believe they are for today?


2018-08-23
Speaking in Tongues: I'm wondering about the validity of speaking in tongues, why do people practice it? Where does the unknown language come from?



2018-08-16
Finding out your Spiritual Gifts: How do you find out your spiritual gift & how to use your talents for His purposes?



2018-08-13
Bible Teachers: Why do we need teachers if the Bible says we don't need them because we have the Holy Spirit? [1 John 2:27]



2018-08-07
Spirit Gifts: How do I find my spiritual gift, such as loving others, the gift of evangelism.



2018-07-19
Panhandlers: What do we do about panhandlers? How do we respond to them?



2018-07-18
Prophets Today: Are prophets still part of the spiritual gifts for today? [Ephesians 4:11]
Title Prophet: Is that what we'd call them, Prophet so & so?


2018-07-10
Monetary Tips: Is it godly to give tips in restaurants?



2018-07-09
Home Church: What does your home church consist of? What are some of the problems you have had with it? [1 Corinthians 14:26]



2018-07-02
Cessation of the Gifts & Dispensationalism: In a previous show you were talking to someone about a Church that don't believe the Gifts of the Spirit are for today, but that the Calvary chapel does. but to be weary of dispensationalism, so what is Dispensationalism?



2018-06-18
Gift of Teaching: If teaching is a gift, then why does Jesus tell us not to call anyone teacher? [Matthew 23:8]



2018-05-25
Free Will & Determinism: Can you help me understand the difference between Free will & Determinism?
Gifts of the Spirit: God gives some of us abundant gifts, others not so much, so we need to take advantage of whatever God gives us.


2018-04-20
Gifts of the Spirit: Being Baptized by the Holy Spirit, modern day tongues, all the gifts of the Spirit, are they gone now or still for the church?



2018-03-16
Gift of Prophecy: People think I have the gift of prophecy



2018-03-08
Gifts of the Spirit: Are the gifts of the Spirit for today?



2018-03-06
Gift of Ruling: The gift of ruling, how does this work, how was it done in the apostolic era? The only person I think of as my Ruler is Jesus! [Romans 12:8]



2018-02-19
Vocational Guidance: How do I know what career God is calling me to?



2018-02-08
Modern Day Prophets: What are Steve's thoughts on modern day prophets? People who claimed to prophecy about Trump becoming president.



2018-01-19
Apostolic Power Why aren't there signs of power or spiritual gifts the same today?[Mark 16:17]



2018-01-05
Cessation of Spiritual Gifts: Did the gifts of the Spirit end after the Apostolic Age? Is there an agenda as to why they say they've stopped?



2017-12-20
Miracles on Demand: miracles on demand like the apostles did as opposed to just praying, is that still possible?



2017-12-01
Many Mansions: "In my Father's house are many mansions", what were you saying this means? [John 14:1-4]
The Gift of Prophesying: Is Paul saying that we should seek the gift of prophesy, or is he saying people are seeking that gift more than any other? Paul seems to say accept the spiritual gift that God gives, but then says to seek prophecy. [1 Corinthians 12:


2017-10-31
Charismatic Movement & Pentecostal Movement: Can you describe the "Charismatic Movement" & how it compares to the Pentecostal Movement?



2017-10-25
Gift of Giving: Gift of giving & other spiritual gifts. [Romans 12:3-8]



2017-10-24
God Not Losing Anything: I don't believe in once saved always saved, but there seems to be conflict when Jesus says He won't lose anything that are His.
John the Baptist & Rewards in Heaven: If there was none greater than John the Baptist, yet he was least in the kingdom of God, so how our are rewards going to work?


2017-10-19
Music being a Gift: Is being a musician a (spiritual) gift?



2017-10-18
Gifts of the Spirit not for Today: I attended a church that said that the Gifts of the Spirit are not for today, so is that right?
Transgenderism: Do you have a lecture on transgenderism?
Discipleship: Do all the believers have to physically go out & make disciples of Jesus? [Romans 12:3-8]

2017-10-17
Cessation of the Spiritual Gifts: what is Cessationism? What Scriptures do they use to support this idea? When do they think the gifts came to an end?



2017-10-06
Grace & Works: A nominal Christian thinks he's saved because he's under grace & not works. What would you say about that? [Ephesians 2:8-9, James 2:14-19, Galatians 6:7-10]
Varying Rewards in Eternity: Will there be different rewards for amount of work done?


2017-09-28
Pastor not having Real Gift of Healing: Caller is struggling whether believing pastor's claim about healings is real or not, & wondering what God thinks about him doubting it.



2017-09-20
Doctrine of Cessationism: When did the Doctrine of Cessationism begin, no more speaking in tongues, prophecy or healing?



2017-09-19
Righteousness is a Gift: Caller thinks righteousness is a gift.



2017-09-07
The 5-fold Ministry: There's a lot of talk about the restoration of a "Five-fold ministry" that is talked about in the Bible, so are the apostles & prophets still for today or going to happen in the future? [Ephesians 4:11]



2017-09-06
Steve's Spiritual Gift: Regarding the Gifts of the Spirit, what is Steve's gift? (Teacher)



2017-08-17
Speaking in Tongues or Prophesying: Gift of Prophecy is more desirable than Speaking in Tongues. [1 Corinthians 14, Acts 2]



2017-08-09
Getting Different Rewards in Eternity: Do people get different rewards in Eternity or not? and if that is the case, i have a second question....
Workers In The Vineyard: Workers came in at different times & getting the same wage, what is the meaning? [Matthew 20:1-16]
Dangers of Deathbed Conversions: Steve also explains the dangers of waiting until a "Deathbed experience" happens.

2017-08-01
Prophesying over an Unbeliever: Could God prophesy over an unbeliever? [1 Corinthians 14:3]
Prophets Accuracy of Predictions: Do the prophecies of a claimed prophet always have to come true?


2017-07-26
Word of Faith: Healing the sick & casting out demons, didn't Jesus actually command us to be able to do that?



2017-07-20
Giving Sacrificially: Even though atheist gives billions, it's a drop in the bucket to them. They need to give sacrificially in order for it to count. [Mark 12:41-44]



2017-07-12
Not Accepting Gifts from God: Caller thinks you can't refuse gifts from God, especially gifts of healing,



2017-06-23
Reconciling Scripture of Losing Gifts: There are 3 passages of scripture seem to go against what Romans 11:29 about not losing gifts, which says, "For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance". How do you reconcile them, like having the lampstand taking away, the talents taken away, the Kingdom of God taken away? [Romans 11:29, Revelation 2:5, Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 21:33-43]



2017-06-06
Matthias a Fulfillment of Scripture: In Acts 1 it says that Matthias was a fulfillment of scripture but I looked at those verses & it just seems to be talking in general terms. [Luke 24:45]



2017-05-30
Treasure in Heaven: How do you lay up treasure in Heaven? [Matthew 6:20, Matthew 19:21]



2017-05-25
Measure of Faith: "According to the measure of faith", what does this mean? [Ephesians 4:7-8, Romans 12:6]



2017-04-25
Being Tempted by the Devil: Is there any evidence in Scripture that the devil can put thoughts into our mind?te
Gospel in a Nutshell: How would you phrase what the gospel is n a nutshell?
Gifts of the Spirit: So even if i don't have the gift of mercy, am i not supposed to still show mercy?

2017-04-25
Everyone to Evangelize: Wondering if you think evereyonre has the responsibility of reaching the lost?



2017-03-27
Gifts of the Spirit Continuing: Do you believe in the continuation of the gifts, & so how do I know when to lay hands on somebody & pray for healing?



2017-02-02
Pastor Wanting more & more Money: Concerning giving money, she is concerned that her pastor wants her to give more



2017-01-11
Cessation of the Gifts of the Spirit: Speaking in tongues, having the Holy Spirit, being filled w/ the Spirit, do the Gifts of the Spirit still exist for today?



2016-12-22
Speaking in Tongues: What is Steve's view on speaking in tongues? Did they cease? [1 Corinthians 12]



2016-12-07
Prophecy: What is role of the spiritual gift of prophecy for today?



2016-11-01
Modern-Day Prophets: Are there modern day prophets & what are the dangers of following someone who thinks they are a prophet but are not? [Joel 2:28]



2016-10-03
Tongues: Is the gift of tongues an unknown, or known language? [1 Corinthians 13:1]



2016-09-13
Tithing & Giving: A church has this idea that each member has to give at least $7 because it represents completeness, but being pressured to give. Is that right?
Lectures/Articles on Tithing: Do you have anything on your website about tithing & giving?


2016-08-12
Tithe Being Edible: the exchange involving tithe always seemed to be of something that was edible. Is that true?
Convicting the World of Sin: How will He "convict the world of sin"? [John 16:7-11]


2016-06-28
Law of Reciprocity: What do you think of the law of reciprocity?



2016-05-30
Prophecy is the Greatest Gift: Prophesy a greater gift? [I Corinthians 14]



2016-05-24
Gifts & Calling of God without Repentance: "The gifts & promises of God are without repentance", can you explain this verse? [Romans 11:29]



2016-05-03
Prophets & Apostles for Today: Do Prophets & Apostles exists for today's age or was there a cessation of the spiritual gifts? [Ephesians 4:11-13, Ephesians 2:20, 1 Corinthians 1:7]



2016-04-14
Steve Having the Gift of Prophecy: Does Steve Gregg think he has the Gift of prophecy? Caller wants to talk about 2 kinds of prophesying.



2016-04-07
Rich Man & Lazarus: Why does the Rich Man go to hell & the other to heaven (Abraham's Bosom)?
Speaking in Tongues: What is your view about speaking in tongues?


2016-04-04
Followers of Christ Considered Disciples: As followers of Christ are we considered Jesus' disciples too?
Everything Jesus instructed to His Disciples: Are we supposed to do EVERYTHING Jesus told His disciples?
Spiritual Gifts like the Disciples: Are we supposed to be able to have spiritual gifts like the disciples out, such as healing, or only the spiritual gifts Jesus gives us?

2016-03-29
Tithing for the Modern Era: Is tithing for the modern church today?



2016-03-11
Tithing: We don't have to pay tithe, is that true? How do we support the local church?



2015-12-14
9 to 5 Job affecting musical gift: I'm wondering what I should do about having a door close on me of being able to expound on my musical gift, & having to get a steady job instead. Should I just go back on tour because the goal was to serve my home community?



2015-11-04
Donations: Caller has a Question about donating to the ministry.



2015-11-03
The Institutionalized Church: What would it mean to speak of a church being institutionalized & what would a non-institutionalized church mean?
The "office" of a Bishop: What about the verse of someone desiring the office of a bishop, that they are desiring a good thing? [1 Timothy 3:1]


2015-10-26
Parable of the Talents: Are the people in the parable of the talents saved? [Matthew 25:14-30]



2015-09-30
Apostles: What about modern day "Apostles"?



2015-08-20
Timothy Not To Neglect Gift: What is the Gift that was given to Timothy by hands & to not neglect it or stir it up. [1 Timothy 4:14, 2 Timothy 1:6]



2015-06-25
Creation of God: Who created God?
Cessationists: Who are Cessationists?


2015-06-10
Cessation of Gifts of the Spirit: "That which is perfect is come" What is the "Perfect"? Caller thinks it's Jesus, family members think it's the Holy Spirit, & that the Gifts of the Spirit ceased after the Apostles. [1 Corinthians 12 & 13:8-10]



2015-05-29
Steve Asking For Money: Caller just wanted to say he DOESN'T manipulate people to give money.



2015-05-04
Gift of Prophecy: A member of the caller's church is a lady who claims to have the gift of prophecy. How accurate does she have to be to be considered having the gift of prophecy?



2015-04-27
Gift of Mercy: What does it mean to have the "Gift of Mercy"? [Romans 12:8]



2015-04-15
Good Commentaries/Dictionaries: Caller called back from a few a shows ago, asking for clarification about good commentaries & good Bible Dictionaries, & wants knowledge like Steve.
Apostles in Moderns Time: Are apostles & prophets for the present time?


2015-04-13
New Apostolic Reformation: Does Steve know anything about the New Apostolic Reformation?
Apostles & Prophets: What about the distinction between the OFFICE of an apostle or prophet verses just HAVING the Gift of Prophecy? [1 Corinthians 12 & 14]


2015-03-23
Myrrh: Does Steve know anything about Myrrh & the spiritual significance of it?



2015-03-19
The Office of Apostles & Prophets: Are Apostles & Prophets for today, & if they, who decides that they are (aside from God)?



2015-02-27
Parables Meaning Hidden even for Today?: So are these parables that are in the gospels now supposed to be understand by everyone now or only by spiritually discerning people? [Matthew 13:13-14]



2015-02-10
A. W. Pink & Calvinism: What can you tell me about AW Pink? Was he a Cessationist, & was his book, "Sovereignty of God" strongly Calvinistic?



2015-01-28
Gifts with Attachments: I gave money as an incentive for grandchildren to read a book, & the parents didn't think I should add attachments to a gift.



2015-01-27
Witchcraft vs Spiritual Gifts: An ex-witchcraft, Occult person who is now a Christian claims she has the spiritual gift to stop the wind. Caller didn't know how to tell her that was crazy.



2015-01-22
Marijuana: Taking Marijuana for Depression, that can make you more depressed!
Spiritual Discernment: Objecting to the way a friend is raising her kids, is that Spiritual Discernment?


2015-01-07
Rewards (to the Pharisees): What did Jesus mean when He said, "...they have their reward"? [Matthew 6:5]
God of the OT vs the NT: The God of the Old Testament seems to be different than the God of the New Testament, is this true?


2014-11-24
Feeling God's Presence: What does the Bible say about "feeling good" at a church service, like a tingling, goosebumps type feeling?
Anointing of God: What does the Bible say about the Anointing, that you have to pay price to receive an anointing?


2014-11-19
Teaching by the Anointing: We don't need man to teach us, but to rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment, although we might be helped by a good teacher. What do you think? [1 John 26-27, 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, Romans 12:6-8}



2014-10-16
Charismatic Movement & the Gifts of the Spirit: Are the Gifts of the Holy Spirit for us today, & what are their function in the church?



2014-10-14
Kings bringing their Gifts & living to 120 years is a curse: What does this mean, children living to 100 years old is a curse, & kings bringing gifts? Are we supposed to go straight into the millennial kingdom? [Isaiah 65:20]



2014-09-29
Praying in Tongues & Gift interpretation: What about being able to interpret when speaking in tongues? [1 Corinthians 14:5-6]



2014-09-29
Gift of Prophecy: Preaching the Goodness of God, is that Prophesying? [1 Corinthians 12:28]
Miracles: What about Miracles & other gifts? [1 Corinthians 12:28-29]


2014-09-04
Discipling Others: What if we just simply don't have the Gift of Discipling others?



2014-09-03
Being Charismatic: What are Steve Gregg's personal experiences in genuine Charismatic Gifts?
Charisma: Is God just not performing as many as He did in the early church?
Non-Charismatic Churches: Is it possible that a lot of Churches aren't seeing some of the Charismatic Gifts that happened in the early church simply because churches aren't looking for them anymore?

2014-08-11
Casting out Demons & Laying on of Hands: Is the Gift of Healing still a spiritual gift for today, & casting out demons? Shouldn't we really believe every word of the Bible? [Mark 16:15-18]



2014-08-05
Pastoral (Spiritual) Covering: What do you know about Pastoral Coverings? Is it Biblical?
Being ordained to Church Leadership or Office: What about Pastors or churches ordaining people to church leadership, church offices & they don't work out? Are the pastors then somehow culpable? [1 Timothy 5:22]


2014-07-30
Speaking in Tongues: I was told once that if I can't speak in tongues that i'm not really filled w/ the Holy Spirit. Is that true?



2014-07-22
Gift of Healing: If someone really has the "Gift of Healing", you'd think they'd go to hospitals & sanitariums & be able to actually heal people.
Kingdom of God lectures: I think your 8 serie lectures on the Kingdom of God is excellent.


2014-07-18
Gift of Discernment: Caller would like to know about the Gift of Discernment.
Praying to Jesus or the Holy Spirit: Can we pray directly to Jesus or the Holy Spirit instead of just God the Father?


2014-07-14
Spiritual Gifts & love followup: So the gifts will just be perfected in love then, & so it's not the gifts that will disappear, but the immaturity of not having love in them? [1 Corinthians 12-14]
Jesus Broke the Sabbath: So you think Jesus actually broke the Sabbath? [John 5:17, Matthew 5:17-19, Colossians 2:14-18]


2014-07-14
Perfect Love & Spiritual Gifts: Doesn't a "perfect love" for your brethren in Christ trump any spiritual gift you might receive, or, is it saying in order to be able to perform a spiritual gift you have to have a perfect love? [1 Corinthians 12-14]



2014-07-01
Modern-Day Apostles: Caller claims he is ordained by God as an Apostle, & explains his story & explains what he thinks is the difference between Apostles & the other offices in the church or spiritual gifts. The one main difference being able to retain or remit sins.



2014-06-27
Apostles & Prophets: What do you think about the Spiritual Gifts of Apostles & Prophets for this day & age? [1 Corinthians 12:1-11, 2 Corinthians 8, Romans 12:3-8]
Foundation of Apostles & Prophets: Some think the cessation of Spiritual Gifts has happened, has stopped, because of a verse in Ephesians. What do you say? [Ephesians 2:20]


2014-05-21
"To another faith by the same Spirit": Surely this faith that is listed in the Spiritual Gifts can't be talking about the initial faith to be saved, can it? It's talking about another, deeper kind of faith, right? [1 Corinthians 12:9]



2014-05-19
Cessation of the Spiritual Gifts: I've sort've accepted the view that the spiritual gifts are not for today, & people use some Scripture to show that they were indeed done away. What do you think? [1 Corinthians 13:8]



2014-04-02
Future Salvation of Israel: Some of the Church Fathers taught a future salvation for Israel almost like Dispensationalists teach. [Romans 11]
Concerning the Election: What then is your view about Romans 11:28 where Paul seems to make a distinction between ethical Israel & this supposed spiritual Israel that you say Romans 11 is talking about? [Romans 11:28, Galatians 3:28]


2014-03-24
Orthodox Priesthood encounter: I want to help a ministry that is helping the people in Syria & the Middles East, but I'm afraid of asking a priest for help. How should I go about that?
4 Kingdoms in Daniel 2: Does each succession nation have to be stronger than the one it's supplanting? Is the Rock that's coming to crush the toes possibly talking about the 2nd coming of Christ? [Daniel 21-45]


2014-03-14
Praying for the Baptism of the Holy Spirit: Have you ever prayed for the Baptism of the Holy Spirit over the phone?
Gifted Revivalists: Don't you think some people just have a better gift of making things happen, making God move, more than other people?


2014-03-05
Cessation of the Gifts: Is the office of Apostle still for today, or did that actually cease w/ the original apostles in the 1st century?
Israel & Peace Agreement: The start of the 7 year tribulation starts at the signing of the peace-agreement & the antichrist will be revealed. What say you? [Daniel 9:26]


2014-03-03
Gift of Tongues: I want to understand what the Bible says about Speaking in Tongues, Where the phrase came from, what's the difference between speaking in tongues & what happened at the Tower of Babel & do we have to have an interpreter in order to be able to speak in them? [Mark 16:17, Acts 2:4, Acts 19:6, 1 Corinthians 14]



2014-02-21
Patience: You seem to have a gift in Patience. Can you give me some advice on how to be patient?



2014-02-06
Apostles for Today: You said you've never seen Apostles for today, but also don't believe in the cessation of Spiritual gifts, so what are your thoughts on this passage of Scripture? [Ephesians 4:11-13]



2014-02-05
Being able to Speak in Tongues: If the caller could still speak in tongues even though he fell away from Christianity would that prove God gives the gifts no matter what, "w/ out repentance"? [Romans 11:29]



2014-02-04
Receiving the Holy Spirit before Baptism: Is this the only passage of Scripture where it says people received the Holy Spirit before Baptism? [Acts 10:44]
Cessation of the Gifts of the Spirit: Do the Spiritual Gifts still exist for today or not?


2014-02-03
Loaning & not being Paid Back: So we should just consider loans given to family as a gift, & if we get paid back, it's considered a bonus? [Luke 6:34-35]



2014-01-15
False Prophets: False Prophets just carrying out the will of God, but them not really prophesying anything, but in spite of.
Speaking in Tongues: Speaking in tongues as a sign that you are filled w/ the Holy Spirit, & does Paul contradict himself about speaking in tongues? [1 Corinthians 14:22-23]
Putting everything under Christ's feet: Did Christ put everything under His feet in the past or in the present? [1 Corinthians 15:22-28, Psalm 8]

2014-01-13
Graham Cooke, David Wilkerson & modern-day Apostles: What do you think of Apostles for this day & age?
Alcohol: What do you think about drinking hard liquor?


2013-12-26
Church Governemnt: Do you believe in the cessation of Spiritual Gifts? Do you believe in the Apostles & Prophets still? [Ephesians 4:11-16]



2013-12-12
The 5-Fold Ministry: Are we supposed to have Apostles & Prophets in the church today? [Ephesians 4:13]



2013-11-25
"Strange Fire" Book by John MacArthur: Would Steve be interested in a book called, "Strange Fire" by John MacArthur that's talking about speaking in tongues & other things that MacArthur criticizes about Spiritual Gifts?



2013-11-25
Charismatic Movement: Is John MacArthur right that the Gifts of the Spirit have ceased?



2013-11-15
Relying on Feelings to Follow God: I think it was great that my call came after the previous one because it's sort've about the same thing, that you can't rely on your feelings to follow God. I was reading about a pastor who committed suicide & think that even though I disagree with most of "Strange Fire" by John MacArthur, that the spiritual gifts are not for today's church, that he made a few good points in his book.



2013-10-29
John MacArthur not Believing in Miracles: Isn't John MacArthur by not believing in the gift of healing blasphemy against the Holy Spirit? [Matthew 12:24]



2013-10-21
John MacArthur's Conference, "Strange Fire": Dennis the Millennialist calls to share his experience at John MacArthur's conference, "Strange Fire". They talk about Dr. Michael Brown.



2013-10-16
Prophets Still in Effect: Caller is calling for about the 2nd & 3rd time asking if prophets or apostles are still for today.



2013-10-10
Gift of Interpretation: Most churches try to have interpreters interpreting people speaking in tongues.



2013-10-10
Charismatics Sometimes Crazy: Sometimes the stuff that happens in Charismatic circles is genuine & sometimes it's nothing but crazy stuff going on, fakery, caller wanted to point out.



2013-10-10
Word of Faith & Spiritual Gifts: I think you are too critical of the Word of Faith movement, & I want to share some of my own experiences. She also talks about Rhema and Logos. [John 14:12]



2013-10-10
Baptism in the Holy Spirit & Speaking in Tongues: Is it true that if you are filled with the Holy Spirit that you automatically have the ability to speak in Tongues? [Acts 2, Acts 8, Acts 9]
John MacArthur not Believing in Gifts: Isn't it strange that John MacArthur thinks the Gifts of the Spirit have ceased, because while it might seem to say something like that in 1 Corinthians 13, it also says knowledge will ceased! If anything it has increased! [1 Corinthians 13:8]


2013-09-17
No Need for Teachers: If the Believers have received an anointing of The Holy Spirit, does that mean there's no need for a Teacher? [1 John 2:7]



2013-09-12
Grace upon Grace: What does "grace upon grace" mean in the Gospel of John? [John 1:14-16, Ephesians 4:29]



2013-09-05
Proclaiming the Gospel: Doesn't Paul say that we need to proclaim & confess Jesus to people besides just being a good example?
Churches lacking the Holy Spirit: There still seems to be a lack of the power of the Holy Spirit in churches to tell people about Jesus.


2013-07-22
Forth-telling vs Foretelling: Caller thinks forth-telling is just as important as foretelling when it comes to prophets.



2013-06-25
Dispensationalsm: Can you please talk about Dispensationalism?
Charismatic Movement: What is the Charismatic Movement?


2013-05-21
Seeking Sensational Signs: Though I came to the Lord because of a church where there were signs and wonders, I agree that one needs to be careful to not focus on it, and it doesn't mature you.



2013-05-21
MacArthur-Charismatic, Cessationism, Women in Ministry: John MacArthur's conference "Strange Fire" (against the charismatic gifts), women in ministry, and the dramatically charismatic Bethel movement all seem quite at odds, what do you make of this? [Deuteronmy 18:22, I John 4:1, 2 Corinthians 3:18].



2013-05-15
Gifts of the Spirit-Tongues: Though I am going to an Assembly of God church, I am not sure that the gift of "tongues" is legitimate today, because I have not seen it in a convincing way? [Matthew 7:15-20].
Snake-handling: What about the scripture about "snake-handling"? [Mark 16:17-18].


2013-05-10
Prophets: What is a prophet? [1 Corinthians 12:28, 1 Corinthians 14:29, Ephesians 4:11, Ephesians 4:29-31].



2013-05-09
The Gift of Tongues: Could you talk about the "gift of tongues" and if it is for all believers? Recommended: Topical lecture; "Charisma & Character."



2013-05-03
Bible Text Completed: The church I am attending seems to think that the scripture "when that which is perfect has come" refers to the New Testament, and that the gifts of the Spirit have ceased. What do you think? [1 Corinthians 13:10-11, 1 Corinthians 1:7].



2013-05-01
The Bethel Movement & Revival: What do you think about the Bethel revival/ renewal movement? Do you recommend Randy Clark and Bill Johnson's books?
Gift of Tongues or Cessationism: Do you need to have a sign to prove that you are filled with the Holy Spirit, like speaking in tongues? What about the "Strange Fire" conference by John MacArthur and his position against these gifts? [Luke 10:18].
Doctrinal Guide in Acts: Should we take the Book of Acts and make it our doctrinal guide?

2013-04-11
Gifts of the Holy Spirit-Limited to an Age?: Do you think that there was a specific time called the "Apostolic Age" to which the "gifts of the Spirit" were limited? [Romans 1:3, I Corinthians 1:7, Ephesians 4:13, Galatians 3:3].



2013-03-29
Attending Institutional Church: Are you discouraging people from going to a local church?
Finding Pastors & Teachers: If one does not attend a local church, where else might one find pastors and teachers?
Gifts of the Spirit Still Viable: Do you believe that the gifts of the Spirit are still viable today?

2013-03-28
Noah's Salvation: If Noah had refused to go into the Ark, would he have been still saved? Can this be paralleled to obedience regarding baptism?
Gifts of the Spirit & Cessationism: Is there something to distinguish between the gift (singular) of the Spirit, and the charismatic gifts (plural) through the laying on of hands to impart them, that requires one to manifest the charismatic gifts to indicate being filled with the Spirit? Could the support "cessation" of the charismatic gifts? [Acts 8-9, I Corinthians 12-14, Romans 12, Acts 19, Acts 2, Acts 10].


2013-03-25
Those that Disagree: Caller commends Steve for the way he responds to fellow Christians who disagree.
Do We Have the Right to Healing: What do you think about those that think every believer has a right to complete healing? Recommends topical lecture series; "Word of Faith"-"Is Healing in the Atonement" and "Healing on Demand". [Proverbs 13:12, Luke 17:2, Matthew 18:6].
Cessationists (Ceasing of the Gifts): What do you think about Cessationists (ceasing of the gifts)?

2013-03-14
"Sons & Daughters Will Prophesy": What does the word "prophesy" really mean in this passage "your sons and daughters will prophesy? [Acts 2:17, Romans 8:14, John 4:19, Joel 2:28].
Women Preaching: What do you think of women getting up in church and preaching? [Acts 2:17, Joel 2:28].
Women in Authority: If a woman started a group at church, and runs it, is it going against the scripture in I Timothy 2 about women in authority? [I Timothy 2:12, I Corinthians 14:34].

2013-03-13
Secular Books to Train Leaders in Church: What do you think about using a secular books to train leaders in the church? [Romans 12, Matthew 20:25].



2013-02-21
To Whom Was the "Great Commission" Given?: Could the directives of the "Great Commission" really have been specifically given to the apostles, rather than to all of us? [Matthew 28, Mark 16, Acts 1:8, I Corinthians 12:16].



2013-01-16
Supporting Missionaries in Africa but Living back in America: What about supporting missionaries who were supposed to be in Africa but then came back to America? Do I have to continue supporting them?


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