• “Paul had his hair cut off because of a vow?” (Acts 18:18)
    Feb 23 2025

    Why did Paul go up to Jerusalem in Acts 21? Did Paul disobey God by going to the Temple? And did James convince Paul to do something legalistic? Or had Paul already decided to take a vow in Acts 18:18? What is repentance? Why did God wrestle with Jacob? What is God‘s view of kings and presidents and rulers today?

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    56 mins
  • Walking with Jesus: No Heavy Lifting Required!
    Feb 23 2025
    If it’s finished, why are you still working? Discussion Questions from John 19:30 and Matthew 11:28-30:
    1. “It is finished” – What does this announcement mean to you personally? How does it change the way you relate to God?
    2. “Come to Me” – What do you think Jesus means by “come to Me”?
    3. “All who are weary” – In what ways do people today experience spiritual weariness? What burdens have you personally carried?
    4. “And heavy-laden” – What kinds of religious or personal pressures make people feel heavy-laden? How does Jesus offer relief?
    5. “And I will give you rest” – What kind of rest is Jesus talking about? How is this different from the rest the world offers?
    6. “Take My yoke upon you” – Why would Jesus use the image of a yoke? How does His yoke differ from the burdens of legalism or self-effort?
    7. “And learn from Me” – What does it mean to truly learn from Jesus? How does learning from Him change the way we live?
    8. “For I am gentle” – How does Jesus’ gentleness contrast with the harshness of religion or our own expectations of Him?
    9. “And humble in heart” – What does Jesus’ humility teach us about God’s heart for us? How should this shape our relationship with Him?
    10. “And you will find rest for your souls” – What does it mean to find rest in Jesus? How does this differ from simply taking a break?
    11. “For My yoke is easy” – What makes Jesus’ yoke easy? Why do we often resist it and choose a heavier one?
    12. “And My burden is light” – What does a light burden look like in daily life? How can we live in this reality instead of falling back into striving?
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    37 mins
  • “Why am I still struggling financially?”
    Feb 22 2025

    I’m a Christian, and I know I’m saved. Now, I’m in a same-sex relationship, and I’m not living perfectly, but at least I know I’m loved. What are your thoughts? If I’ve been praying and trusting God so much, why do I still struggle financially? My pastor died recently, and I have been praying for his resurrection. Is that wrong?

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    26 mins
  • “What’s the Calvinist TULIP?”
    Feb 21 2025

    Why did Jesus speak in such mysterious parables at times? Why are some people Paul haters? I go to a church that teaches the Calvinist tulip. Should I leave?

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    27 mins
  • “Satan is all bark and no bite!”
    Feb 20 2025

    What are the beliefs of Seventh Day Adventists? Are they biblical? If we can’t lose our salvation, then why does Satan bother with us? Is there any lesson to be learned from the barrenness of women in the Old Testament? How can we more easily be at peace with others?

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    26 mins
  • "Healing? Tongues? Miracles? Is that the focus?"
    Feb 19 2025

    My wife and I see the Christian life very differently. She is focused a lot on healing and tongues. What can I do? Is the new heart just a metaphor? Or did we literally and actually get a new heart when we were born again?

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    27 mins
  • “Love your enemies? What about God in the Old Testament!”
    Feb 18 2025

    In the Old Testament, God destroyed the enemies of Israel. In the New Testament, Jesus says, “Love your enemies.” I don’t get it! Is Christ still human in Heaven? Is the Holy Spirit now Christ in Heaven? I don’t understand the Trinity! Was Jesus quoting Scripture when He said, “My God, why have you forsaken Me?” If so, for what purpose?

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    26 mins
  • “How do I heal from a guilty conscience?”
    Feb 16 2025

    1 John says we need no one to teach us, but God gave us pastors and teachers. I don’t get it! What do you think about the horrible things that are happening around the world? Is the return of Jesus getting nearer? Which book would you recommend to grasp the basics of God‘s grace? Why does Paul say leaders should be husbands of one wife? How do I heal from a guilty conscience over my sins? Do you think the war in Gaza had to happen for Christ to come back? Please pray for my son: he wants to get back with his ex-wife, but she has already remarried!

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    54 mins