Q: What Is Your Scriptural View On The Death Penalty?
Q: We see some Christians marching against the death penalty and some standing in favor of: What’s your view, based on the scripture? A: Over the past several years, we’ve all seen a number of injustices played out in the court system. Therefore we would have to agree that our whole criminal justice system is in serious need of reformation and restructuring. You are correct, in your assessment, that many Christians are divided about the issue of capital punishment, as to
Q: Can You Help Me Understand The Doctrine of Election?
Q: Dr. Mike can you help me understand the doctrine of election and what it means? A: To try to answer that question in this short format would almost do more damage than good. One of my modern day mentors and well known theologian Dr. R. C. Sproul wrote a superb book, titled, Chosen by God, which is one of the most read devotions on the subject matter, because it is devoted entirely to a study of the sovereign biblical doctrine
Q: Why Does God Permit Bad Things To Happen To Good People?
Q: Why does God permit bad things to happen to good people? A: First, let’s answer the last part of this question: who are these so-called ‘good people?’ If I remember correctly in my Introduction to the Bible class, there’s none good but God! In scripture, Mark 10:17-18, “And when He was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked Him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?
Q: “Two Shall Be In The Field; The One Shall Be Taken, and The Other Left”?
Q: Would you explain Matthew 24:40-41, in relationship to Bible prophecy? "Then two shall be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Then two women shall be grinding at the mill; the one shall be taken, and the other left." A:Matthew 24:37-42 tells us that this passage is speaking about judgments, not the Rapture. Remember, Matthew Chapter 24 is about the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple and the signs of the end time, and we know
Q: How Can We Be In The World, But Not Of It?
Q: The Bible says we should be in the world but not of it: what’s the difference? A: I believe that you’re quoting Romans 12:2, that tells us we are not to be ‘conformed’ to this world, but we are to be ‘transformed’ by the renewing of our mind. First, let’s determine what the differences are between the two words ‘conformed and transformed.’ To conform to a thing literally means to be a part of it. And to be transformed means to
Q: What Is The Christian View Of Evolution?
Q: Dr. Mike, what is your view or should I say, what should the Christian view of EVOLUTION be? A: Like most noted theologians and Bible scholars, I too believe that there is no single view of the subject matter, anywhere, out there. As intelligent as mankind is, even in his ‘spiritual deadness,’ it’s very hard for me to believe that he actually believe, that through chance, explosions, or whatever, there were mutations, from a single cell to more complex life
Q: What Are Some Of The Religious Persuasions Prevalent In The Earth Today?
Q: What are some of the religious persuasions prevalent in the earth today? A: That is indeed a good question, because many people seem to simply concentrate on various Religious groups, more so than what is the religious beliefs of some. (1) PANTHEISM - is a form of religion that states, all things of the universe are part of a single substance that you may call God. These are all finite things that we are aware of and that we see. (2) POLYTHEISM
Q: What Is Islam? How Can Christians Effectively Witness to Muslims?
Q: Islam seems to be one of the fastest growing religions here in America as well as around the world. We see so much on Television about its people; can you share a few facts on the religion and how we as Christians can be effective in our witnessing to the Muslim community? A: The word ‘Islam’ actually means “surrender” or “submission.” Islam claims to be fully surrendered to the will of Allah. Here are some facts about the religion: ISLAM Key Figure
Q: What Are Some Signs Of The End-Times?
Q: You seem to have a passion and sincere love when you’re teaching from the Book of Revelation; can you give us a few ‘Signs of the End-time’ that will occur just before the rapture of the New Testament church and the Second Coming of Christ? A: Sure! And I’d like to see more Christians read the Book of Revelation, and stop being fearful of reading it, because of the vast number of prophetic symbols throughout the book. Isn’t it amazing
Q: What Are Some Important Facts About The Kingdom Of God?
Q: You and Bishop James Briscoe did an outstanding job during the two month series on “Important Facts about the Kingdom of God.” I wrote down some of them, and would like to know a few more; can you list some of them for us to keep in remembrance on a daily basis? Thanks for your SPIRITUAL NUGGETS you give us each week, Dr. Mike. A: Thank you for your kind words: Below, I’ve listed several more to live by on