Required-Water Baptism:Do you think that water baptism is required? was it actually water baptism or just spiritual baptism in Acts 2? Rec: topical lectures "Foundations." [Ezekiel 36:26, Ezekiel 11:14-21, Acts 2:38, Acts 10:44-48].
Jehovah Witnesses:What book (Emphatic Diaglott/ Greek/ English Interlinear) were you referring to when you talked about witnessing to Jehovah's Witnesses?
Succumbing to Alcohol:What can I do if I continue to struggle with alcohol? I am losing faith. Rec: Topical lecture; "Biblical Counsel for a Change" and Free audio book, "Empire of the Risen Son (Vol 1 & 2).
Leaving Behind Sin:Is it correct to think, as Spurgeon seems to be saying, that when we are converted, we have to give up our life of sin? But don't we all sin from time to time? [Luke 14:33, 1 Corinthians 6:20].
Needing Assurance of Salvation:Some were assured of their salvation, but He says He never knew them. Can you help me with my struggle for assurance? Rec: Topical lecture; "How Can I Know That I am Really Saved?" [Matthew 7:21-23].
The Old Testament Violent God:Could you explain the disparity between the God of the Old Testament and Jesus of the New Testament (particularly relative to racism, wars, and violence)? [Genesis 14, Genesis 6, 2 Peter 3:9].
Creation Groaning:Is Paul alluding to any particular prophets in Romans 8 when he refers to "creatures" groaning with birth pangs? [Romans 8:22-29, 2 Peter 3:10-13, Isaiah 65:17, Isaiah 11].
"Morning Star" (Lucifer):Could you clear up the references to "Morning Star (Lucifer)?" [Isaiah 14:12, Ezekiel 28, Luke 10:18, Matthew 12:28-29, Revelation 12:10].
Once Saved, Always Saved (Eternal Security):Could you help me sort out the whole "Once Saved, Always Saved" vs "need for repentance" debacle? [John 15:6-7].
Might Not Be Christian Anymore:Caller wonders if he is still a Christian because he no longer feels obsessed. [Galatians 1, Philippians 3:1-6, Philippians 3:8].
Fruit of the Spirit:I can understand all the fruit of the Spirit exhibited in Jesus, but what would "self-control" be like for God or Jesus? [Galatians 5:22-23, Colossians 1:10].
Political Statements from the Pulpit:Should a pastor follow Christ's example of not being part of a political alliance and not make political statements from the pulpit? [Matthew 23:23, Isaiah 5:1-7].
Melchizedek-A Man or Jesus?:Do you believe that Melchizedek was Christ, as I think he was a man? [Genesis 18:1, Hebrews 7:3, Hebrews 7:8, Hebrews 7:24].
Taking the Lord's Name in Vain:If I just automatically say, "Thank you, Jesus!" after a blessing, am I taking the name of the Lord in vain? [Exodus 20:7].
The "Virgin" in the CSB BibleTranslation :In the CSB (Christian Standard Bible), the translation seems to have a variation on 1 Corinthians 7 that is surprising about the "virgin" being the betrothed, rather than the daughter." Can you comment? [1 Corinthians 7:36-38].
Conflict with Pastor Over Theological Issues (Hell):Can you shed light on a conflict between the view of the pastor and I about theological issues (in particular, views of hell)?