Challenge to the Trinitarian View:Have you read a Trinitarian view of the passage "no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and how the Holy Spirit as a person fits in here?" [Matthew 11:27, John 1:18, Matthew 24:36].
Facing Fear & Persecution:Is scripture indicating that damnation awaits, those that simply fear social ostracism, not just those of us who may fear facing physical torture or death at the hand of persecutors? [Proverbs 22:3, Proverbs 27:12, Revelation 12:11, Galatians 1:10, Luke 17:33, Matthew 16:25, Hebrews 2:14-15, Matthew 10:29, Acts 21:13, Philippians 1:12-26, Revelation 2:11, Revelation 21:8].
Prohibited Sexual Behaviors:Why are some sexual behaviors prohibited, without them being listed specifically in scripture (like premarital sex)? [I Corinthians 12:8-10, Romans 12:6-8, I Thessalonians 4:4, Matthew 19:5-6, Leviticus 18].
No Hope Once Apostatized:Some, like John MacArthur, say that once you apostatize you cannot return to God, what do you say? Recommends verse-by-verse lectures on Hebrews 6 (at the website). [Hebrews 6:4-6,James 5:20].
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].
Homosexuality:Is it possible to be a practicing homosexual and still walk with God? When evangelizing a homosexual, should we confront the sin before we try to draw them to the faith? [I Corithians 5:20-21, Galatians 5:19-21, Luke 14:33, Luke 9:23, Matthew 16:24-26].
Raising Children Around Unbelieving Family:Any advice about raising children around family members that don't believe as we do? If we choose to restrict access to some, is that not honoring your father and mother? [Matthew 18:6].
Atheist; Apostasy-Conversion to Another Religion is Compromise of Integrity:Atheist; What does it say about one's integrity if they were born in Hinduism and converted to Christianity? Isn't that compromising your committment?
Jesus Descended into Hell:Did Jesus descend into Hades, lower parts of the earth, or abyss? [Romans 10:7, Ephesian 4:9-10, Acts 2:27-31, Luke 16:19-31, I Peter 3:19-20, Revelation 20:14, Psalm 139:15].
Paul Taught Different Gospels & Obedience to the Commandments in Matthew:How would your address someone suggesting that Matthew and Paul preach different Gospels and why we are not obeying all the commandments in Matthew to be saved? [Acts 20:24-25, I Timothy 6:3, Acts 28:30-31, John 8:31, Romans 10:9, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 6:41, Matthew 7:21].
Jesus' Return-"In This Generation":In Matthew 24 and the reference to " This generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled"...did Jesus already come? [Matthew 24:1-24, Mark 13, Luke 21, Matthew 24:29-31].
Teaching Revelation as Applied to Us Today:What do you think about Malcolm Smith's teaching on the book of Revelation and placing the application to us to day, not the future. Recommends the commentary: "Revelation-Four Views" by Steve Gregg, or the free topical lectures at the website; "When Shall These Things Be?".
Not Keeping Company With Some:How does the verse about not keeping company with those that are not living right play out in real life? [2 Thessalonians 3:6, 2 Thessalonians 3:14-15].
Laying Out the Gospel:What do you think about laying out the gospel in written form in a slightly softer way to some who have not been receptive before?
Atheist: Believers Compared to Children in Scripture:Atheist (former evangelist): How does one reconcile the two opposing verses about giving up childish things and being directed to come as a child? [I Corinthians 13:11, Hebrews 5:13-14, Matthew 18:3].
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].
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?"
Ezekiel's Temple:Is "Ezekiel's Temple" the second temple or one that will be built in end times? [Ezekiel 40-47, Ezekiel 43:10-11]. Article, "Making Sense of Ezekiel's Temple" at Matthew713.com.
This Generation Will See Christ's Return:Is it possible that the generation following Israel becoming a nation will see the return of Christ? Reommended topical lecture; What are We to Make of Israel?" [Matthew 24:34, Luke 21, Mark 13].
Improving My Prayers:How can I improve my praying and become more confident and trusting? [James 1:6, Psalm 115:2-4, John 8:44, Revelation 12:9, Matthew 7:11, I Peter 5:7, I John 5:14].
Sacrifices to Moloch:Could you explain the verse about the statement that it never came to God's mind that peope would do such a terrible thing as sacrificing children to Moloch? [Jeremiah 32:35].
Marriage after Illegitmate Divorce:What happens if two people repent that were married after an illegitmate divorce? Article on "Divorce & Remarriage" at the website.
Broken Marriages & Legal Paperwork:If two people have been separated from each other and are already involved with others, but do not have the legal paperwok, where does this stand?
Separation:If we have not been unfaithful, but separated, and my wife doesn't want me back, what do I do? Reommends artices and "Divorce & Remarriage" at the website.
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].
Ex-Homosexual and Ex-Transexual:How does God perceive my friendship with some of those still in the lifestyle I left (homosexuality & transexual), and how do I proceed? [Romans 5:8].
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