Rightly understanding and properly responding to the gospel is of paramount importance. Nothing could have broader or more profound consequences than being right or wrong about the content and demands of the message that determines our placement in eternity. While that seems
Questions in this episode: – Is there a difference between reading the Bible versus listening to the Bible? – What does it mean about “this generation” passing away in Matthew 24:34? – Can a woman preach or teach in the church? – Do we get the Holy Spirit and forgiveness of sins from water baptism? …
Accomplished athletes make their sport look easy. But for all of us who have tried to advance in a sport, we know there is nothing easy about reaching a level of proficiency in athletics. Some people can make godliness look easy. They seem to effortlessly love God and do what is right. But the Bible is clear that like athletics, reaching a level of proficient godliness requires a lot of hard work. Paul wrote, “train yourself for godliness” (1 Timothy 4:7). The word that
Questions in this episode: – Could you explain how 1 John 5:16-17 works with Romans 6:23? – What is happening to the people who are “taken” in Matthew 24:40? – If Satan was once good, when did he turn evil? – Is Genesis chapters 1-11 considered a different genre than the rest of Genesis? – …
We must learn to biblically assess spiritual leaders and wholeheartedly commit to those who demonstrate the qualifications God’s Word requires.
Occasionally when reading the words of Christ we come across some jarring statements. For instance, in Revelation 2:6 Jesus says to the church in Ephesus, “You hate the works of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate.” Sentences like that should slow us down to consider the powerful concern motivating such strong language. Think of it, “hatred” in this case was praised as godly when directed toward the behavior of a group of
Questions in this episode: – Did the angels have clothes before Adam & Eve? – Who are the bodies being raised up in Matthew 27? – Who are the saints being held captive in Daniel 12? – Why did God use the Israelites to conquer and kill the Canaanites? – How many races were there …
Questions in this episode: – I have a gay grandson, how can I be a part of helping him? – Why does Jude reference the Book of Enoch? – We want to help a family who is having financial troubles, what is the best way to do that? – Did Constantine remove books from the …
Questions in this episode: – Why did Abraham give Melchizedek 10% of his spoils? – Do you have any book recommendations for Bible interpretation? – Has Israel started building the 3rd Ezekiel Temple and does it need to be built before the rapture? – How far should we take numerology in Scripture? – How can …
Questions in this episode: – If the Christian life is difficult, why did Jesus say his burden is light? – Can you please explain the difference between dispensationalism and replacement theology? – Are there degrees of sin? – Is watching pornography better than going out and committing the sin? – Used to be a homosexual …
Questions in this episode: – Was Moses a real historical figure? This conversation lasted the whole broadcast and goes into an apologetic on the Bible, truth, evidence, etc. for the Bible and Christianity. Text LIVE to 90398 to be notified when Pastor Mike broadcasts live on the radio answering your call in questions. Text ASK …
Questions in this episode: – Why are some Scriptures in the Bible seemed to be skipped over? Are we missing verses? – What are your thoughts on shopping at stores that support unbiblical causes? – Should there be a different focus on disciplining children if they are not at the age of accountability? – Why …
Keep being sacrificial and confident as you hold up God’s powerful word, knowing this his saving promises are guaranteed by his faithful character.
Questions in this episode: – How do we talk to people who are against Israel? – What does it mean that we are the aroma of Christ to God…among those who are perishing in 2 Corinthians 2:15? – Does communion bread have to be wheat to be legitimate? – What is the difference between the …
It’s not just Thomas; every Christian has moments and even seasons of doubt. But the best prescription when doubts arise is to go back to Christ’s credentials and the reliability of the biblical documents. Consider the fact that our confidence…
We need to keep representing and sharing the truth without compromising it, regardless of people who don’t get it or oppose us for upholding it.
We need to appreciate and celebrate the greatness of the God-breathed New Testament gospel and its power to transform and shape our lives.
We should live as genuinely regenerate Christians, consistently speaking and acting so that others are clearly shown the transforming power of God’s living and active Word.
Questions in this episode: – Is it okay to be reading the Bible from two different translations and any versions you recommend? – Does God kill babies? – How would you explain Luke 18:19 to those who would say Jesus never claimed to be God? – Should a church practice communion with grape juice and …
We must be especially attuned to the state of our conscience, making sure it is rightly calibrated to God’s truth, and then faithfully followed by God’s grace.
Questions in this episode: – How do I deal with family members who won’t care for our aging parents? – Can you understand why a person might not believe everything in the Bible? – Encouragement for those who are caring for aging parents. – How are we supposed to understand natural disasters? Did God ordain …
We must have confidence in the veracity of our Bibles, knowing how God miraculously authenticated the Apostles and Prophets he used to relay his written revelation to us.
Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: Should we believe in a “young earth” or “old earth?” How do we communicate what it means to be a “slave of Christ?” Is addressing someone by their preferred pronouns somehow sinful or a compromise of my Christianity? What does it …
Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: How do we discern pride in ourselves and others? Where did all the different ethnicities come from after the flood. What is the biblical view on the “age of accountability” How does Satan have any authority on earth if dominion is …
While many will vehemently resist the biblical gospel, we must see through their biases and double down on the authenticated message God has commissioned us to share persuasively.
As many faithful defenders of the Christian faith have pointed out, the truths we speak of as Christians, are claims we assert to be “true truth”. We do not presume to be proffering religious preferences or personal values. We are boldly claiming…
God is at work on us, using a variety of means to bring us into increasing holiness in the Christian life.
Unwittingly we often come to church expecting to hear the preacher affirm what we already know and commend what we already practice. And for the growing Christian that is sometimes the case. But more times than not, the word of God forthrightly preached will in some way and to some extent…
Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: Do you need to believe in the resurrection to be saved? Is it okay for Christians to donate their organs after death? How should Christians respond to the cultural pressure to reduce the population? Could you provide Scriptural evidence for a …
Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: How should Christians view birth control and artificial insemination? Does the Bible say what language will be used in the New Heaven and New Earth? How do we work out God’s sovereignty with our prayers for people’s salvation? What happens to …