Episode 556 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.
1. How do I answer objections against the supposed violence in the Old Testament?
2. Do bishops and elders have to be married people, or can you be single and still be an elder or deacon in a church?
3. What would you say to a Christian who has been waiting years for an answer to a specific prayer about pain and suffering? I know about verses like Romans 12:12, Psalm 27:14, Isaiah 40:31, etc. I know Job probably suffered for years before his trials came to an end, but personally, it’s been 5 years and I am still waiting.
4. I ran across this question the other day: Are Christians always meant to be pacifists? Do we have the ability to defend ourselves from physical violence, or must we always turn the other cheek?
Resources
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God by Timothy Keller
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Will the Church Go Through “The Tribulation”?
Episode 995 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com
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Understanding the Parable of the 10 Virgins
Episode 113 | Dr. Michael Horton and Adriel Sanchez answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Key questions answered in today’s show: 1. What does Paul mean in 1 Corinthians 1:18 when he says that the gospel is foolishness to those who are perishing? 2. My husband and I just found out we are pregnant (praise God!). There are other young mothers in the office where I work that continue to work while raising a family. In our church, however, there are very few, if any, working mothers. My husband and I have decided that I will not continue with my outside job once the baby comes, but because it is not the “social norm” in my office, I already know my boss will not be understanding when I break the news. Could you provide some Biblical references on what God says should be the right reaction to this decision and how to have that tough conversation with my employer (a devout Catholic) when the time comes? 3. I have been through two church splits over doctrine. John 17 seems to make unity really important. What do you think about this? 4. Can you explain the parable of the 10 virgins? I have heard it taught as the difference being works or love or Holy Spirit. 5. If all humans are born with original sin, and Jesus was fully human, then wouldn’t he also have original sin? 6. Is it possible to focus on the gospel too much and leave out the importance of obedience or worship?
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How Can We Not Be Motivated by Fear?
Episode 1261 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I find confidence in my faith to withstand my spouse’s doubt? 2. Are we called to love non-believers in the same way as fellow Christians? 3. Are Christians allowed to join the police force? 4. Why was Jesus baptized when he had no sin? 5. How can we not be motivated by fear? Today’s Offer Devotional – Fearfully Made Request our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. Resources Core Question – How Do I Live the Christian Life? Article – Obeying God Out of Slavish Fear
