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| Repentance & Salvation After Death: If someone dies before they accept Christ, is there scripture that says they will no longer have a chance to accept the gospel and be saved after death? [Hebrews 9:27, Luke 16:19-31] Before the Judgment, After Death: Where do people go after they die, but before judgment? Where are they being held? [Luke 16:19-31, John 5]. Regrets in Heaven: Are we going to have regrets in Heaven? |
| Nation of Israel & Future Temple: Is there significane to the restoration of the nation of Israel in the last days? Should we be looking to see the temple rebuilt? [Romans 10:12]. Rebuilding of the Temple: Where did I get the idea that the temple will be rebuilt in the future? |
| Afterlife & Near-Death Experiences: What do you think about the stories of those that have experienced heaven or hell? Motives for Evangelism: Does the motive (fear or devotion) matter to God as long as we spread the gospel? [Philippians 1:18, Proverbs 15:8]. Heaven as a Motive: Doesn't the hope of heaven help motivate us to spread the gospel? |
| Near-Death Experiences: Couldn't the stories of heaven motivate people to believe that there is a God that they need to serve? Rec: "Closer to the Light." by Melvin Morse. |
| Self-importance, Greed & Capitalism: Would you comment on the relationship between capitalism, greed, and self-importance? [Deuteronomy 8:18, Matthew 19:24]. |
| Heaven & Hell: Caller shares that he died and went to heaven. |
| "Seven Hills" Temple Site in India: What do you think about the eschatological symbolism that may be related to the "Seven Hills" Temple site in India and the book of Revelation [Revelation 12, Revelation 17]. |
| Afterlife-Immediately Upon Death: What happens immediately upon death for both the believer and the unbeliever? [2 Corinthians 5:8, 2 Thessalonians 5:1-9, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Revelation 21-22, Luke 16:19-31]. |
| Medical Marijuana (Cannabis): What do you think abut medical marijuana (cannabis)? [Psalm 31:6-7]. Martial Arts: What do you think about Christians who are involved in the martial arts? [1 Corinthians 10:31]. "Words" from God-from Others: How do you know when someone is actually speaking the "word" from God? [Acts 17:11, 1 Thessalonins 5:21]. |
| Age Span of 120 years: Is the reference to the age of 120 years, about the average age of future men, or the time Noah had before the flood? [Genesis 6:3]. Seven-Headed Hydra/ God in India: Caller shared information about a god in India. |
| Age Span of 120 years: Is the reference to the age of 120 years, about the average age of future men, or the time Noah had before the flood? [Genesis 6:3]. Seven-Headed Hydra/ God in India: Caller shared information about a god in India. |
| Martial Arts & Marijuana (Cannabis): Caller shares his experience with martial arts, and the conviction he felt when he chose to leave them, and the benefits of marijuana for medical treatment. |
| Sunday Worship: How did Christians start celebrating the Sabbath on Sunday? [Romans 14:5, Acts 15]. |
| Seeking Counsel from Unbeliever: Is it acceptable for a Christian to seek counseling from an unbelieving counselor? [Psalm 1:1]. |
| Holy Spirit & Father as Persons: Caller disagrees with Steve about calling God a "person" indicating that "person" means "human," therefore inaccurate. "Yoke is Easy" vs "Take Up Your Cross": Can you solve the apparent contradiction between the scriptures "my burden is light and yoke easy" vs "take up your cross" (preparing for trials and tribulation that is promised us)? [John 15:19, Matthew 11:28-30, Matthew 23:4, John 16:33, Matthew 16:24-25]. |
| Limiting Contact with Non-Christians: What do you think about a Christian father who dramatically wants to limit his children (and himself) from any contact with non-believers? Contact with Non-Believers: Do you think we should not have any non-Christian friends or relationships? |
| "Person" of God: Caller shares the dictionary definition of "person" and how it applies to God, as well. [Isaiah 63:10]. |
| Legalism: When you were talking about the Pharisee's legalism, what do you mean?" [Romans 8:15]. Legalism: Was "The Law" legalism? [Psalm 40:8]. |
| Personhood of God: Caller comments regarding the "personhood" of God. [Psalm 42:11]. |
| Person: Caller talks about the word "person" being used in legal documents, etc. |
| Language and Semantics: Caller comments on using the term "person" for God. Shroud of Turin: What do you think about the "Shroud of Turin?" |
| Language and Semantics: Caller comments on using the term "person" for God. Shroud of Turin: What do you think about the "Shroud of Turin?" |
| Approaching Catholics Gently: How would you gently approach Catholics about the cult-like characteristics of their religion? |
| Tithing to the Local Church: Are we to tithe to the local church? [Malachi 3:10, Galatians 6:6]. |
| Other Denominations & the Church of Christ: What about attending various churches rather than one specific denomination? Hearing the Holy Spirit: Aren't we able to hear from the Holy Spirit today, and He gives discernment? Music in Church: Someone in the "Church of Christ" thinks instrumental music in church is wrong. What do you think? |
| Other Denominations & the Church of Christ: What about attending various churches rather than one specific denomination? Hearing the Holy Spirit: Aren't we able to hear from the Holy Spirit today, and He gives discernment? Music in Church: Someone in the "Church of Christ" thinks instrumental music in church is wrong. What do you think? |
| Missing Books (Mentioned in the Bible): Where are the missing historical books referred to in 1-2 Chronicles? |
| "Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit": Is "blasphemy of the Holy Spirit" simply denying Christ? [Matthew 12:31, Matthew 12:26]. |
| "Disciples of" Whom?: Are the disciples mentioned in Acts 19 actually Christians, but had not yet received the Holy Spirit? Is this possible? [Acts 19, John 20:21, Ephesians 1, Ephesians 5]. |
| Jews Status with Christ: What does a Pre-millennial Dispensationalist think about the status of the Jew before Christ? Ironside's View of Jews on Earth: What do you think of Ironside's view of the Jews inhabiting the earth and the Christians staying in heaven? |
| Tithing & Melchizedek. Caller disagrees and tries to make a case for the New Testament speaking of the obligation for Christians to still tithe. [Hebrews 7:10, Genesis 14:18-20, Genesis 28:22, Matthew 23:23]. |
| "Tronto Blessing": Caller shares his experience in the revival-"Toronto Blessing." |
| Dispensationalism: Could you talk about "Dispensationalism" and what about it we should not accept? |
| Justification by Faith (Old & New): Do you think that people in the Old Testament were made holy and righteous as we are today? [Genesis 15:6, Psalm 32:1, John 1:9, Hebrews 4:16, Hebrews 2:7]. Jesus Preaching to the Dead in Prison: What do you think about those verses about Jesus "preaching to those that were dead?" [1 Peter 1:10, 1 Peter 4:6]. |
| Justification by Faith (Old & New): Do you think that people in the Old Testament were made holy and righteous as we are today? [Genesis 15:6, Psalm 32:1, John 1:9, Hebrews 4:16, Hebrews 2:7]. Jesus Preaching to the Dead in Prison: What do you think about those verses about Jesus "preaching to those that were dead?" [1 Peter 1:10, 1 Peter 4:6]. |
| The Meaning of the Name "Jesus" What does the name "Jesus" mean? Who is "They"?: Who is "they" in Matthew 1:23? [Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6, Jeremiah 23:5-6]. |
| Guilty of Sin of Others: Why should we be held accountable for the sins of those from the past, such as Adam & Eve, or of previous generations of sinners? |
| A Bipolar Minister: Can a spirit-filled minister be "bipolar?" [1 Corinthians 2:16]. |
| Bipolar: Caller shares his diagnosis of "bipolar" and the sensation of a chemical rush. Michael the Archangel: Why do the Jehovah Witnesses think that Michael the Archangel is Jesus? [Jude 1:9, Hebrews 1:4-5, Malachi 3:1, Daniel 10:13, Joshua 5:13-15]. Jehovah Witnesses: What about the Jehovah Witness belief that Christians believe in a pagan mythology of the trinity? |
| Bipolar: Caller shares his diagnosis of "bipolar" and the sensation of a chemical rush. Michael the Archangel: Why do the Jehovah Witnesses think that Michael the Archangel is Jesus? [Jude 1:9, Hebrews 1:4-5, Malachi 3:1, Daniel 10:13, Joshua 5:13-15]. Jehovah Witnesses: What about the Jehovah Witness belief that Christians believe in a pagan mythology of the trinity? |
| Bipolar: Caller shares his diagnosis of "bipolar" and the sensation of a chemical rush. Michael the Archangel: Why do the Jehovah Witnesses think that Michael the Archangel is Jesus? [Jude 1:9, Hebrews 1:4-5, Malachi 3:1, Daniel 10:13, Joshua 5:13-15]. Jehovah Witnesses: What about the Jehovah Witness belief that Christians believe in a pagan mythology of the trinity? |
| Date of Writing of Revelation: Disagreement about when the book of Revelation was written and Steve's overall view of eschatology relative to AD 70. The Lost Upon Death: Where are the "lost" between death and the judgment? [Luke 16:19-31, John 5:28-29]. |
| Date of Writing of Revelation: Disagreement about when the book of Revelation was written and Steve's overall view of eschatology relative to AD 70. The Lost Upon Death: Where are the "lost" between death and the judgment? [Luke 16:19-31, John 5:28-29]. |
| Bible Translations: Which Bible translation is more accurate than others and why do you think so? Rec: Young's Literal Translation, King James Versions, ESV, NASV, etc. [Matthew 24:35]. Inerrancy of Scripture: If we allow that some mistakes may have been made in some of the manuscripts, are we opening the door to a great error? |
| Bible Translations: Which Bible translation is more accurate than others and why do you think so? Rec: Young's Literal Translation, King James Versions, ESV, NASV, etc. [Matthew 24:35]. Inerrancy of Scripture: If we allow that some mistakes may have been made in some of the manuscripts, are we opening the door to a great error? |
| Many Doctrinal Differences: If the Holy Spirit is leading us into all truth, why do we have so many differing opinions? [John 16:13, John 10:27-28, 1 Corinthians 13:9]. |
| Preacher Telling Me to Give a Financial Amount: Could you comment on a preacher telling me about two of my prayers and that I need to give a certain amount of money? [Matthew 5:42, Acts 8:20]. |
| "The Nations" in Revelation: Who are the "nations" mentioned in Revelation 21 (in the New Jerusalem on the New Earth)? [Revelation 21:24-27, Hebrews 12:23, Hebrews 6:5 ]. |
| Loving a Married Woman: I have fallen in love with a married women.Though we are not seeing each other, how do I deal with this emotionally? [Matthew 5:27-28, Matthew 18:24-26]. If She Later Divorces: If the married woman I love, later divorces, may I then pursue the relationship? |
| Asking for Money: Caller comments on the pastors asking for money. Biblical Numerology: Is there a good Bible study on numerology and its related symbolism? |
| Asking for Money: Caller comments on the pastors asking for money. Biblical Numerology: Is there a good Bible study on numerology and its related symbolism? |
| Lilith: Was "Lilith" Adam's first wife? [Genesis 1:27, Genesis 2:22, Isaiah 34:14]. |
| Seeing 70 A.D. in Matthew 24: Considering Matthew 24 as taking place in 70 A.D., how does one understand the verses about the apocalypse, like the "sun being darkened," etc? [Matthew 24:29, Luke 21:20, Isaiah 13:10, Isaiah 19:1]. |
| Luxuries (Entertainment): How should we assess the enjoyment of luxuries in our lives? [1 Timothy 6:17, Acts 20:35, Romans 14:4, Matthew 6:19-21]. |
| Martin Luther's Horrible Views: What about Martin Luther's horrible views against the peasant revolt and Romans 13? [Romans 13:1-4]. |
| View of the Rapture: Are you "Pre, Mid, or Post" Trib (tribulation)? [Matthew 24:21]. Jesus-End of Sacrifices: Wasn't Jesus the final sacrifice? How does Jesus' ministry fit into the 70 weeks of Daniel? [Daniel 9:24-27]. |
| Power in Prayer: Can we change God's mind through the power of prayer? [James 4:3, Genesis 4:1-2, Genesis 4:7]. God Changes His Mind: Do you think that Moses' prayer actually changed God's mind? [Exodus 32:14, James 5:16, 1 Kings 17]. Systematic Theologies: What about the dangers of systematic theologies, such as "Dispensationalism" and "Calvinism?" |
| Power in Prayer: Can we change God's mind through the power of prayer? [James 4:3, Genesis 4:1-2, Genesis 4:7]. God Changes His Mind: Do you think that Moses' prayer actually changed God's mind? [Exodus 32:14, James 5:16, 1 Kings 17]. Systematic Theologies: What about the dangers of systematic theologies, such as "Dispensationalism" and "Calvinism?" |
| Power in Prayer: Can we change God's mind through the power of prayer? [James 4:3, Genesis 4:1-2, Genesis 4:7]. God Changes His Mind: Do you think that Moses' prayer actually changed God's mind? [Exodus 32:14, James 5:16, 1 Kings 17]. Systematic Theologies: What about the dangers of systematic theologies, such as "Dispensationalism" and "Calvinism?" |
| Noah's Drunkeness: What is the significance of the story of Ham disrespecting Noah when he was drunk, and the curse that followed? [Genesis 9:21]. |
| Cremation: Caller disagrees with Steve about cremation being acceptable. [1 Corinthians 15:37]. |
| Resurrection & Afterlife: Doesn't scripture indicate that we are not disembodied after death until the resurrection? [1 Corinthians 5:4-8, 2 Corinthians 12:2, 2 Corinthians 4:16]. |
| Timeline- Captivity in Babylon: Would you help me work out the timeline of 70 years of Babylonian captivity? [Daniel 9, Jeremiah 25]. "Wing of the Abomination": Can you explain what "wing of abomination" might mean? [Daniel 9:27]. Greek Orthodox Study Bible: What do you think of this translation of Daniel 9 from the Greek Orthodox Study Bible? [Daniel 9]. |
| Steve Gregg Recordings: Is there a way to tell which recordings on the website are the newer ones? Mary Magdalene: From where did information about Mary Magdalene develop? [Luke 8:2-3, Luke 7]. |
| Steve Gregg Recordings: Is there a way to tell which recordings on the website are the newer ones? Mary Magdalene: From where did information about Mary Magdalene develop? [Luke 8:2-3, Luke 7]. |
| John the Baptist & Elijah: Could you explain the correlation between John the Baptist and the spirit of Elijah? [Malachi 3-4, Luke 21:20f, Matthew 11:14, Luke 1:17, John 1:21]. Not Recognizing Elijah in John the Baptist: Could you explain the reference to John the Baptist and some not recognizing him as Elijah? [Matthew 11:11, Matthew 17:12]. |
| "Love" in Aramaic Are there two different words for "love" in the Aramaic in John 21, where Jesus asks Peter if he loves Him? [John 21:15-16]. |
| Man's Dominion on Earth: Is it true that God doesn't want us to go to other planets because we have been given dominion on earth? [Psalm 115:16]. Faked Moon Landing: Do you think that the moon landing was faked? |
| Satan's Power Over Earthly Events: How much influence does Satan have over the weather? Can he cause car accidents? [Mark 4:39, Luke 4:39]. |
| Defining a "Lie:" What is the definition of a "lie" or a "white lie" and when are they, or "half-truths," acceptable? [John 2:19, James 2:25]. |
| Jesus' Foreknowledge: Why did Jesus ask questions of some, if He already knows everything ahead of time? [Philippians 2:7, Luke 2:49, Acts 1:1, Matthew 12:28, Matthew 24:36, Luke 8:45]. |
| "What Have I to Do with Thee?" What does this phrase mean "What have I to do with you?" [Luke 8:28, John 2:4, Matthew 8:29]. Jesus' Faith: Is there anywhere in scripture that says that "Jesus had faith?" [Galatians 2:16]. |
| "What Have I to Do with Thee?" What does this phrase mean "What have I to do with you?" [Luke 8:28, John 2:4, Matthew 8:29]. Jesus' Faith: Is there anywhere in scripture that says that "Jesus had faith?" [Galatians 2:16]. |
| "John the Baptist" & "Spirt of Elijah:" Can you explain the relationship between "John the Baptist" and the "Spirit of Elijah?"[Malachi 4:4, Luke 21:20ff, Luke 1:17, Matthew 11:14, 1 Corinthians 2:14]. Elijah - "They Did Not Recognize Him:" What about the passage where Jesus is said to be Elijah, "but they did not know Him?" [Matthew 11:11-14, Matthew 17:12]. |
| Catholic Guest: Tim Staples: Steve introduces Tim Staples, host of the "Catholic Answers" radio program (Catholic.com). Steve and Tim discuss opposing views in the Catholic and Protestant Views. Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)-Spiritual Authority: Steve and Catholic Tim Staples discuss the difference in views about the spiritual authority of the church. [2 Thessalonians 2:15, Matthew 18:15-18, Matthew 21:23-27, Isaiah 22:16-22, Acts 15, Matthew 23:2, Matthew 15, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Deuteronomy 17:8, Matthew 18:6, Matthew 20:25-29, 2 Peter 2:10, 2 Peter 3:15, 1 Corinthians 11:3, Matthew 23:10, 1 Samuel 2:2, Isaiah 51:1-2, Luke 10:16, Matthew 23:8, Ephesians 4:11, James 3:1, 1 Corinthians 12, Matthew 16:19]. Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)-The Stakes: Steve and Catholic Tim Staples discuss; If one doesn't think Catholics are correct but can be saved, then what is at stake? What is the benefit of being Catholic or Protestant? [Hebrews 13:17, Matthew 23:10]. |
| Catholic Guest: Tim Staples: Steve introduces Tim Staples, host of the "Catholic Answers" radio program (Catholic.com). Steve and Tim discuss opposing views in the Catholic and Protestant Views. Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)-Spiritual Authority: Steve and Catholic Tim Staples discuss the difference in views about the spiritual authority of the church. [2 Thessalonians 2:15, Matthew 18:15-18, Matthew 21:23-27, Isaiah 22:16-22, Acts 15, Matthew 23:2, Matthew 15, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Deuteronomy 17:8, Matthew 18:6, Matthew 20:25-29, 2 Peter 2:10, 2 Peter 3:15, 1 Corinthians 11:3, Matthew 23:10, 1 Samuel 2:2, Isaiah 51:1-2, Luke 10:16, Matthew 23:8, Ephesians 4:11, James 3:1, 1 Corinthians 12, Matthew 16:19]. Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)-The Stakes: Steve and Catholic Tim Staples discuss; If one doesn't think Catholics are correct but can be saved, then what is at stake? What is the benefit of being Catholic or Protestant? [Hebrews 13:17, Matthew 23:10]. |
| Catholic Guest: Tim Staples: Steve introduces Tim Staples, host of the "Catholic Answers" radio program (Catholic.com). Steve and Tim discuss opposing views in the Catholic and Protestant Views. Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)-Spiritual Authority: Steve and Catholic Tim Staples discuss the difference in views about the spiritual authority of the church. [2 Thessalonians 2:15, Matthew 18:15-18, Matthew 21:23-27, Isaiah 22:16-22, Acts 15, Matthew 23:2, Matthew 15, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Deuteronomy 17:8, Matthew 18:6, Matthew 20:25-29, 2 Peter 2:10, 2 Peter 3:15, 1 Corinthians 11:3, Matthew 23:10, 1 Samuel 2:2, Isaiah 51:1-2, Luke 10:16, Matthew 23:8, Ephesians 4:11, James 3:1, 1 Corinthians 12, Matthew 16:19]. Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)-The Stakes: Steve and Catholic Tim Staples discuss; If one doesn't think Catholics are correct but can be saved, then what is at stake? What is the benefit of being Catholic or Protestant? [Hebrews 13:17, Matthew 23:10]. |
| Catholic vs Non-Catholic (Protestant)-Hierarchy-Pope & Priests: Discussion between Steve and Catholic Tim Staples on the hierarchy in the church (Pope). [Ephesians 4:11, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Luke 10:16-23, 1 John 4:6, John 11:49-50, Matthew 21:41, Acts 1:20, Psalm 109:8, Psalm 69:25, Jeremiah 31:34, Hebrews 4:16, Hebrews 8:6, Matthew 18:18, 1 Timothy 4:14, 2 Timothy 1:6]. |
| Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)-Marion Doctrine: Steve and Catholic apologist Tim Staples continue their discussion. Topic: Marion Doctrine (Mary, Mother of God). |
| Catholic vs. Non-Catholic (Protestant)- Steve and Catholic Tim Staples continue the discussion. Topic: The Eucharist (Communion, Lord's Supper). |