Question:Are dinosaurs found in the bible and how could they have been on earth before the biblical explanation of creation?Answer:Yes, there appears to be several references to Dinosaurs in the Bible, and obviously if the Biblical account of Creation is correct, they...

Question:I know this may be a stretch but pertaining to your questions about heaven, and recognition of loved ones, what about the babies that have been aborted or miscarriages and the fertilized embryos that have been destroyed? Will we have more babies in heaven?...

Question:Why would God send ANYONE to hell? He is the Good Shepherd. He has unimaginable love for EVERYONE, especially those who are lost. Doesn't it hurt Him? Does He send anyone who is truly sorry for their sins, even after they died? I know you really can't answer...

Question:Should a Christian ever feel guilty? Is there "good guilt"?Answer:Yes, I believe there is an appropriate time for guilt. In a nutshell, you should feel guilty when you sin. It is popular in today's psychology to proclaim that guilt is bad, and we should rid...

Question:People make fun of me for my faith, and ask me how I can believe in an old, outdated book that is full of errors and lacks credibility. How do I answer them?Answer:Don’t answer them (as a general rule). I didn't say "don't respond" but I will tell you that...

Question:Please explain 1John 5:16-17. What is a "sin that leads to death"? I thought all sin lead to death. Can you explain?Answer:All sin does lead to death. That's clear from Genesis through Revelation. So what is this passage talking about? What is a sin that...

Question:I'm 22 years old and completely support myself. Alot of my friends are getting piercings and I want to as well but my parents say its wrong. Is it wrong?Answer:On topics like this, parents are usually labeled "fuddy duddy" at the moment of impact, but years...

Question:Do you believe that Hell is eternal and that people there will be punished forever? This does not seem to be in keeping with God's mercy.Answer:The belief in and teaching that Hell is not eternal and that those who reject Christ will be punished for a short...

Question:I have heard it taught that Jesus "was crucified and descended into hell." I can't find references in the bible the indicate that Jesus "descended into hell". What is your understanding of this? I've heard someone teach that Jesus was beat up in hell and born...

Question:I've been hearing the word "Christology" alot lately. What does it mean and how does it apply to my Christian life?Answer:Christology is what person believes about Jesus Christ. It comes from two words, "Christos" meaning "annointed one" and "logos" mean...

Question:I am a young, hip, urban individual... yet I am also a Christian. I have a tattoo and I smoke- is this despicable in the sight of God? I am stuggling with an answer to this- is it possible to be a good Christian- in faith and good works- and still have ties...

Question:I was wondering what happens when you die? Do you go directly to heave, if you believe, or do we have to wait to see the Lord until Judgment Day when he comes again? I've heard people swear both ways and am confused on the matter myself.Answer:They're...

Question:I'm going through a rough time in my marriage and I think my spouse wants a divorce and doesn't want to try anymore. My counselor said I should be saying "binding prayers" and binding Satan from our marriage. Something about that just doesn't sit well with...

Question:My 19 year old Christian daughter lives at home. She is going to college and we are supporting her while in school. We suspect she is having sex with her boyfriend. Do you have any advice on how to handle this?Answer:Tell her that she is an adult and she can...

Question:I have heard a lot of people talk about journaling, and often write down what is on my mind, my prayer requests etc. But, doesn't this give Satan ammunition to come against us? If he knows our struggle isn't this like giving the enemy your secret battle plan?...

Question:As a Christian, is restitution necessary? Does the Bible require it?Answer:Restitution is paying back something that was stolen, usually with a "penalty amount" as well. It would be easy to answer this question by stating that the Old Testament commanded it...

Question:Is divorcing my husband due to physical and mental abuse a sin?Answer:Well, here we go. Divorce is one of those topics that every time I have a psychotic episode and talk about it, readers bail out, I'm headed straight for the fires of hell, and the rhetoric...

Question:In Luke 9:53, why did the people of Samaria not receive Christ when he entered the village?Answer:Well the answer starts in verse 51:Luke 9:51 Now it came to pass, when the time had come for Him to be received up, that He steadfastly set His face to go to...

Question:I'm having a difficult time "honoring my father and mother" while trying to also teach my children that God created all people equal. My parents are Southern Baptist and have always said the right thing or acted "appropriately" in front of others but they are...

Question:We teach a college age Bible Study. One of the girls asked this: If a girl leads a friend to Christ, and the new Christian wants to be baptized, could the girl be the one to baptize her friend? I think I know how I am going to answer her, but I would love to...

Question:Can there be such a thing as a "Christian Lesbian"? One who loves God, and worships God, one that says that God has accepted her life choice, and she can't help who she loves in the flesh?Answer:Can there be such a thing as "Christian lesbian"?In one sense,...

Question:I have a friend female friend who has a serious boyfriend that she wants to get engaged to, but she cheats on him repeatedly and I know about it. Should I tell him, or just stay our of her business? I'm feeling guilty about not telling him.Answer:There is a...

Question:How do I know which promises in the Bible are for me and which are not? Answer:That is a great question because we have much incorrect teaching today based on "promises" that are jerked out of context from all over the Bible.When it comes to Bible "promises"...

Question:In my Children's physical Education and Guidance classes in Public School, they have been practicing calming techiniques such as thumb and finger massaging and also hmmmming as a Hindu would do. I am attending a meeting on this and would love to have any...

Question:When and how did Paul receive so much knowledge of the revelation and sayings of Christ; as He stated in Galatians 1:12 "I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ". Galatians 1:16 "to reveal...

Question:I miss you at Tulsa Bible Church. My question is around the passage in 2Cor 6 on being "unequally yoked". Most of the things I am finding is concerning marriage, but I am wondering: how does it relate to a business relationship?Answer:Well I certainly miss my...

Question:Is cremation Biblical? Are there any Scriptures about cremation?Answer:Well this is one of those subjects that the Bible does not clearly define and yet you will find MANY of our brethren who insist the answer is PLAIN and CLEAR for all those who seek the...

Question:What do you think about Rick Warren? He gets criticized but everything I’ve read or heard of his seems Biblical to me. Do you have any thoughts?Answer:I get hammered routinely for tackling controversy, and truthfully I get a little weary of it. This question...

Question:Can you please clarify your position on marriage, sexual love and couples in heaven? It's sounds in your other questions, you lean towards thinking they will exist in eternity which disagrees with a lot of good teachers out there.Answer:First, the questions...

Question:Does the Bible say anything about UFOs? Do you believe in UFOs? Answer:This would be a rather long answer if I tried to fully explain. I will give you the “bullet points” and let you research them.Do I believe in UFO's and "aliens"? Yes (but not the way the...

Question:Can someone that who has made an apparent "acceptance" of Christ and been baptized, still NOT have the Holy Spirit living in them?Answer:Yes, of course. Someone can "appear" to follow Christ, even in baptism, and still NOT have the Holy Spirit (which means...

Question:Three years ago, a dear friend of mine and his mother were murdered by his father, who then killed himself. If he was a Christian before he committed these horrendous acts, will he be in heaven and how do I learn to forgive him. It still breaks my heart to...

Question:If there is no sin in Heaven, how did Satan sin against God?Answer:Depends on who you ask....A Christian of the Calvinist persuasion would say that like all things, Satan's sin was foreordained by God and part of God's plan. While God did not "cause" Satan to...

Question:I work with people who drink. We occassionally have office parties or events where alcohol is served. As a Christian, is it a sin for me to have a drink?Answer:Well, first of all let's answer the age-old obvious question: is it a sin for a Christian to...

Question:How does God hear the prayers of people who aren't Christians? Growing up, I was taught that He only heard the prayers of His children, but I know that He hears the sinners prayer of salvation, so this can't be entirely accurate. I know that pop culture would...

Question:I agreed with my girlfried, to whom I'm now engaged, to get an abortion in last March. I knew this was wrong from the start. I can't change it now. I have given this to God but it's hard for her some days. What do I say or do to continue the healing process?...

Question:Hi Brent, i just heard comments about Jesus returning by 2012 the bible does not state this. What are your comments?Answer:Remember 1988? Large segments of Christianity were duped in with a book full of numbers, explanations and "proof" that Jesus would...

Question:What is your opinion of magicians and magic shows? Are they just fun or should we be more concerned about them? I'm not asking about those who profess to have "powers", just those who pull rabbits out of hats type stuff. The kind of things you know are...

Question:I don't understand the new heavens and new earth business. If we are going to be heaven, who is going to be on earth?Answer:This misunderstanding stems from a common myth about heaven: we'll all be floating around in some spirit, other-worldly church service...

Question:How appropriate is it for a male Christian boss to witness to a female employee and invite her to his church, pick her up on Sunday morning then invite her to his home expecting his wife to understand that he is doing God's work?Answer:I answer this in light...

Question:What about when Science disproves the Bible, or when scientific evidence forces us to reinterpret Scripture?Answer:It depends on your foundational worldview. If you believe the Bible to be the inerrant Word of the Creator of the Universe, then any...

Question:Could you clarify adultery according to scripture? Several sources now define emotional affairs as adultery as well. Is this correct?Answer:Adultery is defined as "voluntary sexual intercourse between a married man and someone other than his wife or between a...

Question:What is binding and loosing? I hear people pray or talking about “binding Satan”, “loosing finances” or “binding sickness”. Is this Biblical? Are Christians supposed to “bind and loose”?Answer:(note: I wrote a specific lesson about “binding Satan” here:...

Question:Have you heard of "The Secret" The law of attraction, that is so popular right now? It is a teaching (tapes, books, etc) that sounds really good but I don't hear anything referencing the Bible.Answer:"The Secret" is all the rage right now presenting itself as...

Question:A possible scenario: You die and find yourself in Heaven, And you are asked a question! Your Mother and Father are in hell, do you love them enough to trade places with them? I lost my parents before I knew how the forgiveness of sin was accomplished, so I do...

Question:In the Bible it says call no one on earth Father. Does this apply to Priests?Answer:This is a puzzling verse to those who casually read it:Matthew 23:9 Do not call anyone on earth your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven. (NKJV) To answer your...

Question:I was asked by a friend of mine who claims to be an atheist that if the most influential person in George Bush's life is Jesus Christ how could GB okay capital punishment during his time as Governor of Texas since as he (the atheist) understands it, Jesus...

Question:I'm going through a rough time in my marriage and I think my spouse wants a divorce and doesn't want to try anymore. My counselor said I should be saying "binding prayers" and binding Satan from our marriage. Something about that just doesn't sit well with...

Question:I have a question about "God's best." Why do a lot of Christians believe it means literally "the best"? I've seen a lot of relationships, that could have turned to be a good marriage, fall apart because one person misunderstands what the term means. I believe...