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Why does God allow evil governments into power?

Why does God allow evil governments into power?

February 16, 2021  - By Dr. Scott Shiffer

People in government often support things that we as Christians cannot. A reader asked why a sovereign God would even permit such authorities to reign

How should churches deal with gender dysphoria?

How should churches deal with gender dysphoria?

February 9, 2021  - By Dr. Scott Shiffer

Issues related to gender confusion, albeit hyped up in the media today, have mostly been ignored in the church or written off as a refusal of social norms

Why was Paul preaching baptism for the dead?

Why was Paul preaching baptism for the dead?

January 26, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

If living believers cannot earn any merit for the dead by taking baptism, why does the Apostle seem to be teaching such a doctrine?

Why does blood need to be shed for sin to be forgiven?

Why does blood need to be shed for sin to be forgiven?

January 19, 2021  - By Thomson B Thomas

The violence of Jesus’ death on the cross is often seen as abhorrent. A frequently asked question is why atonement has to involve bloodshed at all?

Can social justice go hand-in-hand with Biblical justice?

Can social justice go hand-in-hand with Biblical justice?

January 12, 2021  - By Dr. Barry K. Creamer

With the world rightfully angry about many issues, to many, being told to leave vengeance to God often feels like a cop-out. What should Christians do?

Why do Christians suffer despite what Psalm 91 promises?

Why do Christians suffer despite what Psalm 91 promises?

January 5, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

Suffering is part and parcel of life in this world. A reader asks how we are to understand God's promise of safety in one of the Bible's best-loved psalms

Is there historical evidence that Jesus existed?

Is there historical evidence that Jesus existed?

December 29, 2020  - By Revanth T.

Christians are content to lean on Scripture as their primary source about Jesus. But what do we know of Him from outside the Bible?

Why do churches celebrate Christmas?

Why do churches celebrate Christmas?

December 22, 2020  - By Jobin John Mathew

If there is no evidence for Jesus being born on the 25th of December, why do believers continue to mark what might be a pagan celebration?

Is it selfish for growing believers to change churches?

Is it selfish for growing believers to change churches?

December 15, 2020  - By George Mattackal

When local assemblies fall short of their mission to shepherd their flock well, should Christians wait in prayer or move for the sake of spiritual growth?

If a Christian takes his own life, will he still go to heaven?

If a Christian takes his own life, will he still go to heaven?

December 8, 2020  - By Dr. Scott Shiffer

Mental health issues plague believers and unbelievers alike. Some view suicide as one of the ‘ultimate’ sins though. What does the Bible say?

Where did Jesus go after He died?

Where did Jesus go after He died?

December 1, 2020  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

Is it merely anybody’s guess where Jesus was in the days between His death and resurrection? Or can we come to a reasonable conclusion from Scripture?

How can Paul “fill up what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions”?

How can Paul “fill up what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions”?

November 24, 2020  - By Thomson B Thomas

Christ's suffering on the cross accomplished our salvation once for all. A reader asks why Colossians seems to be espousing poor theology at first glance

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