Answers To Tough Questions

Jesus made it clear that the measure of a person’s value has nothing to do with their material possessions. In …

Does Satan have a special hatred for Israel and the Jewish people that will be expressed especially in the last …

Although land tortoises can live over 150 years and parrots sometimes live as long as people, most pets have short …

Did Jehovah, the Father, tell Jesus what to do?

The relationship of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is considerably more…

Do I have to experience deep sorrow for all of my sins before I can be saved?

The term repentance …

Many Bible passages emphasize the reality of our security as believers in Jesus Christ: John 10:27-30; 13:1; Romans 8:29-39; Ephesians 1:13;…

Loving other people as oneself is a difficult goal. But Jesus clearly made it fundamental to Christian living. On one …

Compared to past generations, 21st-century people have access to an unprecedented amount of news. We see live coverage of disasters …

Should Christians trust what they read on the Internet?

Lots of Christians question the Internet as a source of reliable information,…

Does Deuteronomy 22:5 Imply that Women Should Not Wear Pants But Only Skirts?

Neither men nor women wore pants in Bible times.…

Isn’t investing money just another form of avarice, like gambling?

Investment seldom seems like a good idea in the midst of…

How Can It Be Morally Right For Jesus Christ To Die For Our Sins?

On the surface, it appears impossible for…

If Jesus was God incarnate, did God die on the cross?

A basic doctrinal truth held by all orthodox Christians—including Catholics…

The Mosaic Law, including the Ten Commandments, was given to the people of Israel (Exodus 20:1-17), not Gentiles. It included …

Where was Jesus between His death on the cross and His appearance to Mary Magdalene?

Jesus’ clear statement to the believing…

The Bible was written at a time when women were not allowed prominent positions in society. The structure of ancient …

James 2:10 states: “For whoever shall keep the whole law, and yet stumble at one point, he is guilty of …

In Romans 9:13, we read that God loved Jacob but hated Esau. Some people think this means that God actively …

The terms Hebrew, Israelite, and Jew are used interchangeably in the New Testament, but not in the Old Testament.

Abraham was called…

Both the Old and New Testaments make it clear that God disciplines and corrects His people. In the Old Testament, …

How Could Jesus Be Both God And Man At The Same Time?

It’s undeniable that the incarnation involves mystery beyond human…

Jesus linked repentance with salvation (Matthew 4:17; Luke 13:3; 17:3).

In Acts 2:38, the term repentance includes the element of faith.…

It is important to be concerned about the accuracy of the Bible translation we’re using, but the fact that the …

Calvinism is the main branch of the historic Reformed movement. The Reformed movement had numerous leaders, including Ulrich Zwingli (1484–1531), …

Does the Bible assure us that we will be reunited with loved ones who preceded us in death?

The Bible doesn’t…

Many people assume the separation of church and state established in the US Constitution resulted from 16th- and 17th-century “religious …

Some Christians believe that because the original words for God in the Bible were written in Hebrew, these words are …

Should Christians keep the Old Testament feasts?

We enjoy exploring the symbolism of the Old Testament feasts, but we don’t recommend…

There have been some powerful earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, and other natural disasters recently, but they aren’t unique to our time. …

Why don’t Protestant Christians pray to Mary and other saints, seeking their help and intercession?

Christians who pray to Mary and…

Don’t the boundaries promised Abraham imply that modern Israel is entitled to a bigger land?

The boundaries of the land God…

Should astrology or horoscopes be taken seriously?

Astrology at one time was looked upon with great seriousness by the educated classes.…

Earthly restitution isn’t always possible. King David could never undo the consequences of his sin with Bathsheba because his arranged murder …

Do the Same Kinds of Prophets Exist Today as did in Biblical Times?

While all Christians have the ability to prophesy…

Many Scripture passages support the security of the believer (See the ATQ article, Should I believe in the Doctrine of Eternal …

Are people who remarry after a divorce on grounds less than sexual infidelity or abandonment living in adultery? The answer …

How Could Jesus Be God If He Had The Limitations Of A Human Being?

When Jesus became a member of the…

According to the account in Matthew 3, did Satan actually set Jesus bodily upon the pinnacle of Herod’s temple?

This issue…

What did Jesus mean when He taught His disciples to pray, “lead us not into temptation”?

When Jesus taught His disciples…

We have a variety of popular English translations for several reasons. One is the large number of ancient manuscripts in …

Can someone be forgiven if they commit the same sin again after confessing and repenting it on an earlier occasion?

Why should I pray when it doesn’t seem that God hears my prayers?

It is part of the human condition to…

Does the Bible show contempt for women when it refers to God with masculine nouns and pronouns?

The Bible presents God…

The Apostle Paul set guidelines in 1 Corinthians 14:27-28 for tongues-speaking in Corinth. He makes it clear that no-one should …

Are horror movies just entertainment?

Today there are an astonishing number of movies in this genre. A large proportion of the…

To what Extent do Christians and Jews Share a Common Foundation in the Bible?

Christians often mistakenly conclude that the primary…

Will We Still be Married in Heaven?

Jesus made it clear that no one will be married in heaven: “At the…

Does Teaching the Doctrine of Eternal Security Encourage People to Believe They are Saved?

It’s true that some people are self-satisfied…

Christianity isn’t founded in a philosophical perspective that evolved into a religion. Christian faith resulted from the revelation of God …

Is there something dangerous about seeking stillness in prayer?

Some Christians are up in arms about people who advocate seeking stillness…

What should I think of what I experience in dreams?

Scientific evidence is accumulating that dreams have vital physiological and psychological…

What are the apocryphal books included in some versions of the Bible?

The Apocrypha were a subset of a larger group…

In Mark 10:18, Jesus asks, “Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God.” …

Some people have the mistaken idea that if the Jews had not rejected Jesus Christ, He would have initiated His …

How serious is false speculation about prophecy?

Evangelical Christians agree that the biblical canon has been established. Anyone who claims to…

If the Sanhedrin didn’t dare kill Jesus and took him to Pilate to honor Roman authority in capital cases, why …

Did the apostle Peter found the church in Rome and serve as its first bishop?

The church at Rome was already…

If I feel like a hypocrite when I obey God, does that mean I really am one?

Christians know they are…

What view did the early church have of Christians in the military?

At the time of Christ, Roman power had neared…

Israel is the name God gave Jacob on the night he wrestled with the angel (Genesis 32:28). As a group, …

Being born again doesn’t keep us from having impure thoughts. First John 1:8 says, “If we say that we have …

From the time of the Enlightenment (17th and 18th centuries), many have viewed religion with indifference or hostility, but there …

Why don’t Protestant Christians worship Mary and the Saints?

The New Testament applies the term “saint” to all Christian believers.¹ Nothing …

We believe that death brings the redeemed immediately into the presence of God (2 Cor. 5:6-8; Phil. 1:21-23).

The concept …

It’s important to understand that whenever the expressions “kingdom of God” and “kingdom of heaven” occur, they must be taken …

Should Christians Provide Financial and Political Support for a New Jewish Temple in Jerusalem?

Jesus’ enemies charged that He said …

The Christian church came into existence during a time when the Gentile world did not recognize a day of rest …

The New Testament makes it clear that the earliest Christians already worshiped on Sunday in commemoration of the resurrection of …

Will we ever see God the Father face to face?

We will never see God the Father. He is Spirit (John…

God intended sexual intimacy to mold a man and a woman physically, emotionally, and spiritually into “one flesh” (Genesis 2:24). …

When asked this question, most people think of traditional faith systems like Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, and Shinto.

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Why should I worry about God’s condemnation if I’m a moral person who hasn’t committed any serious sins?

If God exists, why doesn’t He make His existence something provable and undeniable?

God may have designed the universe so that…

Is it inconsistent, as Richard Dawkins claims, for believers in God to look for scientific explanations of natural things, if …

Can I depend on logic to lead someone to faith?

Thinking that logic alone can lead someone to faith is like…

How can I prove to someone that God exists?

The universe presents overwhelming evidence for God’s existence (Psalm 19:1). But no…

Why believe in God’s existence, when it can’t be proven scientifically?

Something that can be demonstrated by the scientific method is…

Does God ever speak to us in the still hours of late night or early morning?

I can understand why God wants us to love Him, but how can it be consistent with His character to …

Why would an all-powerful God permit evil?

Why would God allow bad things to happen to “good” people?

Did God create evil?

How should I dispose of an old Bible?

An old Bible is a physical object that may have passed through many…

What kind of worship does God want?

Is Christianity a European religion?

Do we disobey God when we worship on Sunday rather than on the Sabbath (Saturday)?

Sometimes Christians prefer to worship on…

How can the Christian tradition be defended, considering its past intolerance of other religions?

It’s easy to see why people …

Does God value individuality?

Yes, God values individuality. To Him, it is priceless. The Scriptures clearly declare the value of individuality.…

What are the “gnostic gospels”?

What was gnosticism?

How can Christians believe that the human race is depraved when there are some very nice people who do lots …

Does everyone who rejects the gospel understand what he or she is rejecting?

Even if Jesus was a messenger from God, why shouldn’t I believe He was merely one of many divine messengers, …

When there are so many religions in the world, how can Christianity claim to be the only way to God?

Although…

Does the Bible permit a divorced person to serve as a leader in the church?

How important is good personal character to effective leadership?

Some people don’t think it is very important. Since leadership requires flexibility,…

Should I leave my church after hearing that a male church leader is sexually involved with other men?

Why don’t people want to go to church anymore?

Why should I get involved in the church when I see so much hypocrisy and selfish behavior in people who …

Do I have to attend a local church to consider myself part of the body of Christ, or is it …

How do we know that New Testament references to Jewish persecution of Jesus and the Apostolic Church weren’t written by …

Why are there so many Christian denominations?

Divisions in the church go back to the first century. In his first letter…

What did Jesus mean when He told Peter He was giving him the “keys of the kingdom of heaven”?

After Jesus…

Does the Bible say that the Pope has inherited apostolic authority from Peter?

Since Christians consider the Old Testament part of God’s written Word, are they responsible to keep the Old Testament law?

How can Christians claim that their faith is rational when it holds to so many apparent contradictions?

Agnostics, atheists, and adherents…

Is the New Testament Anti-Semitic?

Why does the Bible seem to tolerate the institution of slavery?

The slavery tolerated by the Scriptures must be understood in…

How powerful is the devil?

What is Satan’s motive for rebellion?

Is baptism necessary for salvation?

Do Christians believe that everyone who hasn’t heard of Christ will be damned to suffer eternal agony in hell?

In John 14:6…

What happens to infants and children who die before they are old enough to respond to the gospel?

Although the concept…

If the Gospels were mostly based on oral recollections of witnesses, can they be historically accurate?

Christians have always believed that…

Doesn’t the fact that Paul didn’t quote Jesus show that he wasn’t interested in Him as a real person but …

Does the fact that few ancient non-Christian sources refer to Jesus imply that He may not have really existed but …

What should I think of claims that Jesus was just a wandering philosopher who was imaginatively transformed after His death …

Weren’t the earliest Christians too uneducated and illiterate to produce the account of Jesus’ life and ministry that appears in …

What evidence supports the reliability of the New Testament?

How can it be true that the Bible doesn’t contain any errors, since there are so many different versions containing …

Is it true that there is no way of knowing what Jesus actually taught, since the church has distorted His …

How can I be sure of the Bible’s moral and spiritual reliability?

There are many factors that give the Bible unparalleled…

Why aren’t unbelievers amazed—or at least impressed—by the long list of messianic prophecies that Jesus fulfilled?

There is an impressive list…

What is the meaning of the parable of the wicked tenants (Matthew 21:33-41; Mark 12:1-12; Luke 20:9-18 )?

Like Israel’s prophets,…

Are all of the events Jesus described in Matthew 24 and Mark 13 going to occur in the future?

It’s important…

When will the rapture occur?

What is the rapture?

Since the Bible teaches that we are depraved sinners, how can people possibly have good self-esteem?

Some Christians actually reject the…

Does the Bible really teach that people are predestined to go to either heaven or hell?

What was the purpose of the bloody sacrificial ritual of the Old Testament?

According to Scripture, sacrifice was instituted and approved…

Since Old Testament people lived long before Christ’s coming, how could they be saved?

What was at the core of the Old Testament view of homosexual behavior?

The second chapter of Genesis is the basis…

Why don’t modern people seem worried about hell?

While we are on this side of the veil, we may not know…

It makes sense that unusually evil people might deserve God’s judgment, but how could normal people deserve eternal punishment?

Why would a loving God make people suffer in endless agony in hell?

Does Isaiah 65:17 imply that people in heaven will have no recollection of earthly events?

Where is heaven located?

What kind of relationships will we have in heaven with the people we knew and loved on earth?

Isn’t it a sign of deficient faith when a sick Christian isn’t healed or a Christian isn’t delivered from danger?

How can I know that my faith is strong enough for me to be considered a child of God?

Can I be sure that I’m going to heaven?

Is it possible for me to lose my salvation?

Is it necessary to have a clear understanding of Jesus Christ’s deity to be saved?

An accurate response to this question…

Does the Bible clearly prescribe a particular mode of Baptism?

The answer to this question is hinted at by the Greek…

What was the “thorn” that Paul referred to in 2 Corinthians 12:7?

We do not know exactly what the affliction was…

Why shouldn’t the evidence of the genealogies of Genesis lead to the conclusion that the world was created on 4004 …

Is anyone today living under a curse because of Ham’s sin?

Racists have used the account of Noah’s drunkenness and his…

Does the passage about the rich young ruler teach that Jesus expects His followers to give up all of their …

What is the unpardonable sin, and is it possible that I may have committed it?

There are thousands of people who…

Does Matthew 5:27-28 give a wife who finds that her husband views pornography grounds to seek a divorce?

Don’t several New Testament passages declare that Christians will perform greater miracles than Christ and that there is no limitation …

What did Jesus mean when He said not to resist an evildoer, and to instead turn the other cheek (Matthew …

Is there a passage of Scripture that implies Jesus descended into hell following His death on the cross?

There is an…

Who selected the documents that are now included in the Bible?

The 39 books of the Old Testament and the 27…

If Christian core beliefs are more clearly defined in the New Testament, does this mean that the Old Testament is …

What were the standards that earned a document the right to be included in the Bible?

How can a body that has been consumed by fire or completely decomposed be resurrected?

If the Bible teaches that Christians will be resurrected at the time of Christ’s return, what state of existence will …

What should I think of occasional claims made in the media that Jesus Christ is legendary and never existed?

Anyone can…

Does the fact that the Gospels contain accounts of miracles prove that they are legendary?

When, as the story goes, Isaac…

Does the Bible offer any clues regarding the significance of UFOs?

Don’t near-death experiences disprove what the Bible says about death?

Does the story of Job imply Satan has power over nature?

Can a Christian be hurt by witchcraft or black magic?

God is the Creator and Master of the natural world. Satan…

Is there really any difference between white magic and black magic?

In traditional occult terminology, black magic is malevolent magic that…

Do North American and European witches always practice black magic?

Many modern Neopagans and other practitioners of what they call the…

If the Christian view of God is the only right one, why are believers in magic or other religions sometimes …

Why is it dangerous to seek physical healing through magical or occult means?

The Bible distinguishes between physically and spiritually caused…

Is it possible that some dreams contain important symbolic meaning—or even a message from God?

Is there a biblical basis for a deliverance ministry in which counselors free Christians from demonic influence?

Every Christian is engaged…

Can Christians be demon possessed?

The word demonization is a term recently coined by evangelicals who believe that Christians can be …

How can I break the spiritual bonds that were passed on to me from my ancestors?

Isn’t the idea of demon possession a relic of more primitive times?

Demon possession isn’t just a relic of more primitive…

I can understand the danger of demonic control, but why would it be dangerous to have subconscious images penetrate our …

Is channeling wrong?

What is channeling?

Why doesn’t the Bible refer to sorcery and mediumship in terms of the intrusion of the subconscious mind into consciousness?

Why do Christians consider “channeling” and “mediumship” so dangerous?

What does the Bible tell us about ghosts, poltergeists, and hauntings?

Because the Bible says very little about these phenomena, the…

If modern witchcraft is so different from the witchcraft described in the standard reference works, shouldn’t the traditional definition of …

What is witchcraft?

Do the Harry Potter books by Joanne K. Rowling promote witchcraft?

The question is important. No one can deny that Harry…

What does the Bible say about witchcraft?

Would it be fair to say that the traditional definition of witchcraft can’t be applied to modern witchcraft groups?

Although we…

Don’t all religions lead, ultimately, to God?

Is religion just a crutch for emotionally weak people, creating more problems than it solves?

Many people today think religion is…

How should Christians view pantheistic reverence for life?

Why did ancient pagans practice blood sacrifices?

Blood sacrifices have a divine origin. Although Scripture offers few details, it makes it…

What does New Age religion teach?

Did Mary, Joseph’s wife and the mother of Jesus, ever give birth to other children?

What view should Christians have of Mary, Jesus’ mother?

Is it true that Mary, the mother of Jesus, has appeared on a number of occasions in the last two …

How does the resurrection of Jesus fit with Jewish views of an afterlife?

A comparison of the three faiths of the…

Why did so many of the Jewish leaders hate Jesus Christ and persecute the apostolic church?

Some people have the impression…

Is Judaism today basically the same as Judaism at the time of Jesus Christ?

Jewish culture at the time of Christ…

Can assurance of salvation be found in obeying the Old Testament Law?

The foundation of Jewish orthodoxy is the lawthe Pentateuch…

Why is it hard for Muslims to believe in Christ as their Savior?

Islam was founded during an epoch when the…

What are the differences between Muslim and Christian beliefs about God?

The word Allah is the Arabic word for God, the …

If there was no persecution of pagans by the church, as claimed by The Da Vinci Code, why did so …

What are some ways to tell the difference between a cult and a legitimate Christian church?

Some simple criteria are listed…

Why isn’t RBC Ministries more aggressive in exposing individual cult groups?

What does Buddhism teach, and how does it differ from Christianity?

Why is genuine New Testament Christianity opposed to war and violence?

Is Christianity less inclined to violence than other religions and ideologies?

No one but Jesus Christ and genuine Christian faith is…

If Christianity as a belief system isn’t inclined towards violence, why have Christian nations shed so much blood?

In a culture…

Are there any standards for determining whether a war is just?

Most Christians agree that it is sometimes right for Christians…

Is Pacifism always the best course of action for Christians?

Christians live “in the world,” but are not “of the world”…

Should claiming God’s forgiveness allow people to overlook their obligations and forget about the harm they have done?

Does the second commandment imply that Christians shouldn’t create representative images and paintings?

Does God hold Christians responsible for unpremeditated and unconscious sins?

If the Bible requires Christians to confess and forsake their sins, why don’t they stop sinning completely?

The Bible stresses both…

Why did Jesus condemn the self-righteousness of the Pharisees more strongly than the transgressions of “public sinners”?

What’s the purpose of sex?

Since the Bible has a lot of negative commands about sex, does this mean that sex is wrong?

Why shouldn’t sex be casual and “just for fun”?

Because it was the Creator’s intention that human beings have the freedom…

Isn’t it unjust for the Christian ethic to deny the sexual experiences and fulfillment to single people that married people …

Is it biblical to make use of surgical sterilization and other methods of birth control?

Why should Christians wait for marriage to have sex?

Is it right for a Christian to pray that God avenge him and give his enemies what they deserve?

Why are Christians generally opposed to public nudity, whether in magazines, in movies, or on the beach?

Why is dressing modestly important for today?

As a non-Christian, I’d like to know if Christians can “party.”

Whether or not Christians can “party” depends on what you…

Is it wrong for a Christian to watch and follow professional and collegiate sports?

Should Christians think of addiction and other forms of destructive behavior as “sin,” or “disease”?

Destructive behavior includes elements of both sin…

Given the bad influence of the mass media in modern culture, wouldn’t it be best for Christians to exclude it …

Is it wrong for a Christian to play professional sports on Sunday?

Is it wrong for Christians to dance?

When Jesus said, “Do not judge, and you will not be judged,” was He implying that we should regard everyone’s …

What is so dangerous about hypocrisy?

How should a church respond to a fellow believer within their fellowship who is living in the “gay” lifestyle?

Right up…

How did the Mosaic law’s view of homosexual behavior compare to the views held by the surrounding cultures?

Israel’s neighbors practiced…

Were Old Testament and New Testament writers unaware of the possibility of loving and committed homosexual relationships?

What, if any, is the biblical basis for the funeral customs practiced today in North America?

Some of today’s funeral customs…

Is it okay to “put out the fleece” to know God’s will, like Gideon did in Judges 6:36-40?

Is it wrong for Christians to arrange for their bodies to be cremated?

If the wine Jesus created at the wedding of Cana was alcoholic, does this mean that He approved the consumption …

Isn’t it always wrong to be intolerant?

Why do I need the Bible for moral direction if I have a conscience and I’m sensitive to other people?

Should Christians serve in the military?

Although early Christians acknowledged the need for secular government, they didn’t approve of Christian enlistment…

Should Christians take part in Easter and Christmas celebrations?

The early church believed that Jesus’ birth and His baptism by John…

Is someone who contracts AIDS or another sexually transmitted disease through drug abuse or high-risk sexual behavior unworthy of compassion?

Is there a cure for HIV, or hope for a cure in the near future?

Besides users of contaminated needles and people who are infected by sexual intercourse, are there other victims of the disease?

If an approach like Uganda’s is so successful, why doesn’t the world health community do more to promote similar programs …

Do condoms prevent AIDS?

What is the best ways for a person to avoid being infected by the HIV virus?

If no cure is available for HIV/AIDS, what is the best way to slow its spread?

Since most Christians believe that unborn infants who die go to heaven, wouldn’t it be better for unwanted babies to …

Why are “enlightened” modern people just as dangerous and violent as their superstitious tribal ancestors?

What is the underlying cause of violence?

The human race didn’t create itself, nor can it find fulfillment in itself. Human…

Why do so many Western people today—including scholars—doubt the historicity and accuracy of the Gospels?

Would there be anything wrong about a Christian getting a tattoo?

Tattoos are remarkably popular right now. In the past in…

What are some of the lines of argumentation used by unbelieving scholars to downplay the significance of the Gospel accounts?

How often in the history of the church have people mistakenly believed they were acting in fulfillment, or observing the …

Can we ever know for sure that current events are the specific fulfillment of biblical prophecy?

The prophets were known for…

Does the New Testament support Gentile Christians joining a Messianic Christian group that “keeps Torah”?

Why shouldn’t evangelicals offer unconditional political support to either Israel or the Palestinians?

As we view Israel/Palestine today, we must be…

Does the Bible teach that as the descendants of Ishmael, the Arabs are sworn enemies of the Jews?

Unfortunately, when evangelical…

Is it possible that God is using Western nations to reestablish Israel and fulfill prophecy?

Does the Bible really say that the Jews are “God’s chosen people”?

The Bible predicts a unique future role for the…

Does God take sides with modern Israel?

Who are the Palestinians?

Who are the descendants of Abraham through whom “all of the peoples of the earth will be blessed”?

If Jewish people see Christians supporting Israel, won’t they be encouraged to have faith in Christ?

Does modern Israel have the same right to use force to claim the land as the Israelites did under Joshua?

Here…

Does Genesis 12:3 imply that those who confront wrongful actions and policies of the modern state of Israel will face …

Should Christians support a secular state, or should their ultimate goal be the establishment of an officially Christian state?

Both Scriptural…

Isn’t “caring for creation” just a euphemism for environmentalism?

When a belief system becomes dominant in an individual’s life, it virtually…

Why should we care about the environment since it’s all going to burn anyway?

Consider similar questions: Why should we care…

Isn’t environmental concern primarily pantheistic thinking?

Because the earth tends to be an object of worship for those given to neo-pagan…

Why should we care about the earth since this world is not our home?

Was Jesus a pagan goddess worshiper, as claimed in The Da Vinci Code?

The Da Vinci Code is the latest of …

Did Christian church authorities conspire to eradicate paganism in Europe by killing millions of “witches” during the “burning times,” as …

Are The Da Vinci Code’s claims about the ancient traditions of modern Neopaganism historically valid?

What actually was the “goddess worship” that is portrayed so positively by The Da Vinci Code?

Why is creation such an emotionally charged issue?

Few issues are as intellectually complex and emotionally charged as the subject of…

Is it anti-Semitic for the New Testament to refer to the hostility of “the Jews”?

Matthew 27:25 says, “Then the people as a whole answered, ‘His blood be on us and on our children!’ ” …

How does Christian endorsement of a public health approach provide an opportunity for Christian witness?

Isn’t it unrealistic to expect people to reduce their involvement in high-risk sexual behavior?

Is Richard Dawkins right when he claims that religious faith is the main cause of violence in the world?

One of…

How can I go on living when I feel like I just want to die?

Why am I having such a hard time being happy when, as a follower of Christ, I’ve got so much …

How can I overcome the feeling that I’m damned and bound for hell?

To a person passing through the spiritual changes…

Is it possible for a genuine believer to be overwhelmed with fear and despair?

Is sexual sin and temptation more of a problem for Christians today than it was for Christians in the early …

How can I forgive someone who sexually abused me when all I feel is hatred and rage?

Why is it so difficult for victims of sexual abuse to trust?

If God is in control, why do morally unprincipled people prosper?

An ancient writer asked the same question:
Behold, these are…

Why is pornography addiction such a serious problem?

In ancient times, pornography was “writing about prostitutes.” (See the ATQ article Is…

How can I overcome my uncontrollable urge to look at pornography?

Is it right and beneficial for a husband and wife to view pornographic videos?

We live in a sexually charged culture…

Why shouldn’t I view pornography or sexually explicit educational videos?

Pornography and sexually explicit “educational” videos don’t promote the development of…

How can I know if I’m addicted to pornography?

Is a man harmed by looking at pornography?

How can I distinguish between nudity in art, and pornography?

The line between art and pornography is notoriously hard to define.…

Since Jesus didn’t have a place to lay his head and 1 Timothy 6:6-11 says that we should be content …

Does 1 Timothy 6:6-11 imply that it is wrong to put money away towards retirement or to accumulate wealth?

Is masturbation wrong?

The fact that the Bible doesn’t specifically mention masturbation implies that we should approach this topic with sensitivity…

Am I a weak person headed for an abusive marriage?

I cut myself when I’m upset. I want to stop; is there anything that can help me?

Should I be concerned about this cloud of hopelessness that seems to hang over me?

Are homosexual or pedophilic desires sinful?

Most people don’t sexualize their awareness of the beauty of children or of other people of…

Why is it important that Christians not allow their legitimate concern for people with homosexual orientations to cause them to …

Why did Paul speak so strongly about the danger of same-sex intercourse?

In Romans 1:18-23, the apostle Paul observes that God…

Do people choose to have sexual attractions for the same gender?

Generally, most people don’t start out choosing to feel sexual …

As a man, how should I deal with same-sex, physical attractions that trouble me?

Does the Bible indicate that David and Jonathan shared a homosexual relationship?

Being sexually attracted to the same sex is one of the most difficult struggles a person can experience. But don’t …

Why are there two radically different interpretations regarding what the Bible teaches about homosexuality?

Were Old Testament and New Testament writers unaware of the existence of the congenital or “natural” homosexual who didn’t choose …

What is the sin of homosexuality?

What would be a healthy response to the guilt and remorse I feel over my past sins?

Should I feel guilty about grieving my dog’s death?

You shouldn’t feel guilty that you are grieving. We might be saddened…

When we feel guilty, how can we know whether the Holy Spirit is convicting us or Satan is accusing us?

Is fear ever an appropriate motivation for conversion?

Is it normal for a Christian to feel as stressed out as I do?

Everyone experiences stress. It is a normal…

If Christians really believe in heaven, why do they fear death?

How can our family set standards for the television programs that we watch?

Here are some standards to apply to your…

What does the Bible teach about mothers working outside the home?

According to Titus 2:5 it is important that a young woman…

Why shouldn’t I use marijuana and other “recreational” drugs?

The negative consequences of using drugs “recreationally” far outweigh their short-term pleasures.…

How can I discern the difference between sinful anger and godly anger?

Why do Christians avoid expressions of anger?

What can I do about the bitterness I’m feeling towards my stepchildren?

If you’ve worked hard to create a warm relationship…

As a 12-year old girl, how do I tell my dad that I want to live with my mom?

My husband has been abusive towards me, verbally and physically. He’s apologized and thinks I should take him back. What …

How do you help your children develop a strong moral conscience when your ex-spouse exposes them to things that are …

How do I cope with the jealousy I’m feeling over the memories shared between my stepchildren and their father (my …

What if I don’t have strong loving feelings toward my stepchildren?

Many stepparents confess that they don’t have deep feelings for…

How can my spouse and I reduce the unfairness when it comes to disciplining his children and my children?

How should I deal with the impact of rejection in my life?

What can I do to help my teen through difficult times without pushing him or her away?

What can caring parents do if they learn their child is living a homosexual lifestyle?

How can I help my children cope with divorce?

How can my family be happier?

It’s important to understand that no family is 100 percent happy all the time. We…

What does Scripture say about disciplining children?

Scripture says that if a parent loves his child, he will correct him when…

Is a parent showing love by withdrawing financial support from a young adult who is living in a rebellious, sinful …

Who should come first in our stepfamily, my spouse or my children?

Should I confront bad behavior in my children if doing so might trigger rebellion?

As a husband I’ve struggled with anger and even lashed out at my wife verbally and physically. I’ve apologized, so …

Does the Bible set any limitations on age differences for men and women who want to marry?

Is there a difference between normal marital conflict and marital abuse?

Does the Bible require a wife to submit to an abusive husband?

When a marriage is marked by verbal and emotional abuse, can the abusive spouse be the wife?

Much has been written…

How do I cope with the pain I’m experiencing from my divorce?

Should Christian couples use birth control?

The issue of contraception raises legitimate controversy among Christians. At one time all Christians were…

Is it a serious mistake for two people to marry without sharing the same faith?

How can I be happy in my marriage when my spouse does not share my faith in Christ?

What are some unrealistic expectations that we may have in a remarriage?

All couples have dreams for the way they want…

What does the Bible mean when it says that wives are to submit to their husbands?

Is it normal to never want to marry again after the loss of a spouse?

Are there any biblical grounds for divorce and remarriage?

While the Scriptures take the marriage covenant very seriously, they permit divorce…

What does the Bible say about marrying someone outside of my race?

Scripture neither advocates nor condemns interracial marriage. It’s true…

What is a godly response to domestic abuse for an abused wife?

How can our stepfamily be a happy one?

All families struggle at times to be happy, but blended families ¹ often …

How should a Christian respond to hatred and hostility?

Seeking to follow Christ will often lead to being wrongfully criticized and…

What does Jesus’ life tell us about how to treat unbelievers?

How can I serve others, like the Bible teaches, without feeling like a doormat?

Am I sinning when I feel strongly attracted to a charming person of the other gender?

There is an element of…

I prefer being alone, but I’ve had people at church tell me I can’t really follow Christ and be a …

If I cursed God, have I committed blasphemy against the Holy Spirit?

Should Christians pray for God’s wrath on their enemies?

Does forgiving mean forgetting?

Should I offer forgiveness without repentance?

Unconditional forgiveness is canceling a debt to all those who intentionally offend us, whether or…

Should forgiveness be unconditional?

People often have the impression that the Bible requires forgiveness to be unconditional.¹ But the Bible doesn’t …

How do you handle being rebuffed when you make your best attempts at reconciling a broken relationship?

If the Bible says that God hates divorce, how can He allow for something that He hates?

Why must Christians continue to affirm biblical sexual values in the face of widespread modern social approval of behaviors like …

Should children be taught that it’s okay to fight back under certain circumstances — against bullies, for instance—or should they …

How does the Bible say I should respond when a fellow Christian has wronged me?