Contradiction is Scripture:When Jesus said, "today, you will be with Me in paradise" and yet He had not yet ascended Himself, it seems to be contradictory. Which is right? [Luke 23:43, John 20:17]
Thief on the Cross:When Jesus told the thief that he'd be in paradise that day, and what happened to Jesus during the 3 days before He was resurrected? The words; Paradise, Hades, Sheol: The use of the words “Paradiseâ€, “Hadesâ€, “Sheol†in scripture [Revelation 21&22, 2 Corinthians 12, Luke 16:19-31, Acts 2]
Salvation by Confession:Can you explain this passage [Romans 10:9-15]? If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, are you saved? [Isaiah 29:13] What does it mean to be saved?<br> Relics: Are some of the relics (sliver of the cross) authentic? Catholic traditions and superstitions (indulgences, etc.).
The Cross (Tree):Was the term used to describe the cross (Xylon=wood), possibly symbolic of the tree of life? Crucified with Christ: What does it mean to be crucified with Christ? [Galatians 2:20]
Baptism:In one place in the Bible it says to be baptised in the name of the Father, Son & Holy Spirit, but in another it says only in the name of Jesus. {Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 19:5}
Trinity/Oneness Pentecostal:Caller was raised Oneness Pentecostal, but he finds himself believing the Trinity, so wondering if he's been misunderstanding this whole time.
Global Flood & Fossil Records:Was there a global flood in Noah's day? Why do we not see fossil records from the animals that came off the Ark and migrated to various area? What do you say to someone having trouble believing in the Bible because of doubting the flood story?
Ecclesia (Church):Would you define the use of the word "ecclesia"and local vs. global church? What is the true church? What makes one qualify to be part of the true church?
The Gospel in the Stars:Is there astrology in the Bible? What do the constellations mean in the Bible? Does the Bible attribute some special powers relative to the stars or constellations?
Taking up Your Cross: What does "taking up your cross" look like for us? Is it "dying to self"? Should I feel a little bit guilty if I am happy and comfortable? How do I learn surrender and contentment [Philippians 1:21, 4:11, Luke 9:23, Matthew 16:24]
Once Saved, Always Saved:What do you mean when you say that one can lose their salvation? [I Timothy 4:1, John 15:6, 1 Corinthians 15-2, Hebrews 3:12].
Trial of Bitter Waters:In the story "Ordeal of Jealously" or "Trial of Bitter Waters", can you explain the jealous man's wife having to drink a mixture of dust from the tabernacle floor? Is the Hebrew word for "thigh" really a euphemism for the womb? [Numbers 5:11-31].
Church Autonomy (church government):Is it unscriptural for a church to remain autonomous? Should churches be accountable to an authority? How does apostolic authority fit in? [Romans 14:5]
The Gospel: Did Jesus & His apostles actually preach "the gospel"? Since Jesus had not yet died, nor resurrected, did the disciples even know what the gospel was? [Mark 16:20, I Cor 15:1-4] The Kingdom of God=the gospel [Mark 1:4 & 15] Is Paul reducing the gospel to only the death & resurrection of Christ?
Parable of the Wedding Feast: How do I apply the parable of the wedding feast? How does one come to God on His terms, rather than on one's own? [Matt 22:13]
Lead not into Temptation:What does it mean in The Lord's Prayer, when it says, "lead us NOT into temptation"? Understanding the concept of the "limited negative."[Luke 4:1, Matthew 6:13, I Corinthians 10:13]
Atheists:How can atheists be offended about Nativity scenes & God-centered things, if they don't believe God exists? If they are true atheists, it shouldn't matter to them! Why would they care and then want to delete God from other's lives?