1. When trying to explain scripture to someone, or when studying the text, how do you study it to know what it means and not take it out of context? Please give example. Thank you

2. Does 2 Chronicles 7:14 apply to us believers today? And if we repent God will heal our lands (America)?

3. Do you believe the” sinners’ prayer”, if spoken, will save someone not many how times you say it? Or is it just “believing” in Jesus Christ?

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1. In regard to all the gun control (issues) today…are there any scriptures that pertain to defending yourself, family, or property?

2. I have a friend whom I have been talking to that has been married three times. His current wife is a Christian and within the past few years, he has become a Christian. He left his first wife years ago and regretted it. Eventually, he got remarried then divorced from his second wife and remarried to his current wife. He recited to me the scripture of the man who divorces his wife and causes her to commit adultery. Did he cause his first wife to commit adultery by divorcing her? If he left his third wife to go back to his first, would he be causing his third wife to commit adultery? Is he bound by the first covenant he made or the current covenant he is in? He is seeking God through prayer, but he has not heard anything yet.

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1. I have a question about a situation I am struggling with and how I apply scripture to it. My sister's wedding and bridal shower are coming up and I am unsure if I should attend. She has already gotten married (due to current issues such as covid) but is choosing to do the whole wedding ordeal at a later time, which I completely understand and have no issue with. What I am struggling with is that she has chosen to deceive some of the people, making them think she is unmarried and getting married on her wedding date. I know it's a "white lie", but the Bible doesn't make a distinction between types of deception, and she has a history of being a pathological liar sadly. I love my sister and want to be there but am not sure if I would be condoning deception. Ephesians 5 has been leaving me feeling convicted where it speaks of not partaking with those who speak deception and instead of exposing them. I would like to know if attending/helping is "partaking".

1. Can you explain Matthew 7:6? I read in one commentary that you shouldn't waste time on persons who are not open to hearing God's Word. Does that mean we are to just give up on them? That somehow doesn't seem right. Maybe the next time we talk to them, they will be more open. I'd hate to give up on anyone.

2. Biblically, can women be ordained? Can women be pastors just not senior pastors?


3. What is the purpose of ordination? Is it a biblical requirement for a pastor to be ordained?

1. In Revelation 20:2 the Scriptures teach that Satan was bound for 1,000 years, which I believe to be a representation of the church age. How would you explain 2 Corinthians 4:4 when Rev 20:3 seems to indicate Satan's inability to deceive the nations while he is bound?

2. Please explain Proverbs 16:4. Also, I recently went to an 80th birthday party, when the person got up to make a speech, he said the greatest thing a person should know is how to forgive people. I agree with the statement that we should forgive others, but shouldn’t the greatest thing a person should know is to have Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and savior?

3. My husband and I have been coming to First Baptist for a few weeks and we are really enjoying it. We are both born-again Christians and have been looking for a new church home. We are both divorced and have been married to each other for almost two years. Neither of us initiated the divorce from our former spouses. We got into a pretty heated discussion last night about Romans 7. He believes 100% everything in the Bible to be true, as do I, but, I believe things change and the time period in which it was written has to be considered. So, I asked the question, "do you think I am an adulteress even though my ex-husband left me? He is still alive and I am remarried." The KJV clearly states that makes me an adulteress." He would only say "if it is in the Bible I believe it." This was very hurtful to me that he would 1. think that of me and 2. think that I would feel that way about him. Please shed some light on this for us both.

1. Why were goats used on the Day of Atonement? Why not lambs?

2. Why is information on Neanderthals and Dinosaurs not included in the Bible? We have physical evidence of both but no mention in the bible.

1. Why do believers worry that they can lose their salvation? If the scriptures are so clear that we can’t, why are so many concerned about it?

2. Do Jewish People & Christians Worship the Same God?

1. Do you recommend any podcast that speaks biblical truths?

2. I do not understand why Essau was hated by God. I know Essau did a foolish thing but did God simply hate his works. Also, you mention John Knox about a quote he made. I am a direct descendant of him, could you repeat the quote to me?

1. I was reading a blog post from a lady that teaches biblical womanhood, and while I normally agree with her on most things, a recent post from her seemed to border on legalism. She was saying that because of the following verse out of 1 Timothy, wives are to be silent in Sunday school (unless the class is women only) and if wives do have any questions, should ask their husbands at home. While I know there’s a battle to maintain scriptural teaching, my concern is this is leaning towards legalism. “Let a woman learn quietly with all submissiveness. I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man; rather, she is to remain quiet.” 1 Timothy 2:11-12 ESV https://bible.com/bible/59/1ti.2.11-12.ESV

2. I read a book by Douglas Cobb titled “And Then the End Will Come”. Have you read it and if so what do you think about it? I found it encouraging that we are getting very close to reaching all of the unreached people groups and that Jesus' return may be closer than we think.

3. Pastor Blake, I am reading a book titled Understanding End Times Prophecy by Paul N. Benware suggested by my dad. It refers to Revelation 3:21 ESV "The one who conquers, I will grant him to sit with me on my throne, as I also conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne." My question is how this relates to the "Trinity". I remember your sermon where you gave many scripture references to Jesus as God. If this is the case and I believe this, then why do God and Jesus have separate thrones?

1. I was raised in the non-denomination church in my younger years but at around 23 I stopped calling myself a particular church name and just believed what the word spoke to me and studied diligently to get an understanding of what the word said. In the last 3years, before my son started believing in Calvinism, I was studying it as well. And I will admit that it is something that goes against my beliefs but I’m not an old dog that can’t learn new tricks. The discussion that I try and have with my son always goes south, so the question that I have asked him, I will ask you. In Romans 5: 18-19 if all were affected by Adam’s sin and all were affected by Christ’s righteousness, verse 18; verse 19 says basically the same thing using disobedience and obedience, and instead of all it uses many.

2. As with Job, does Satan need permission from God to cause harm, destruction, and illness that is not brought upon by our sin?

1. My wife has been separated for over 7 years. neither has had another person during that time. I love her dearly. also, I do not believe in divorce for non-biblical reasons. is it wrong to continue to pray for the resurrection of our marriage? I sometimes feel so guilty for this constantly being on my heart. she always calls me when she needs me for something, and I can’t help but answer that call. I am a Christian and try to live as such. it’s been said that God allows for but does not approve of divorce. I cannot get her to go to counseling and continue to pray for God to touch her heart. please give me your biblical perspective.

2. In 1 Corinthians 14:14-19, Paul writes about tongues, praying, and blessing in the spirit. What does he mean by "in the spirit?"

3. Where in the Bible is the marriage ceremony/celebration/reception mentioned? There are many scriptures to reference the importance of the marriage covenant, and the roles of a husband and wife. We understand this and are only referring to the marriage CEREMONY. Through discussion, we were unable to come up with a scripture that gives reference to an actual ceremony or wedding celebration. We were curious if the big to-do of inviting friends and family, extravagant decorations, and a reception to follow came from any scriptural basis, or if the celebration was brought about by pagans, or even slowly added by humans over the years. Thank you for your help!

1. What are your thoughts on 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 on head covering? It’s been something that has been stirring in my heart. I’ve heard various views on it. Particularly vs 10 about the angels. And the physical act of wearing something on your head.

2. I’m a teacher at a local high school. I’ve been working hard in providing students opportunities to prepare them for life after high school. Lately, though, the leader of the high school has been putting much pressure on myself and my team saying we are not doing our job when in sense we are doing what is right and what I believe God has led us to do which is providing these students with skills and opportunities that will enrich their lives after graduation. What am I supposed to do with the negativity from the high school leader? What do I do when all the leader wants to do is bring my team and me down?

1. Pastor, in studying Exodus in Bible study, we are on the part of Moses explaining the firstborn being redeemed, both animal & man. How is this done with the male child? In Numbers 3:46 & 18:16, it appears this is done by paying a monetary amount. However, my Bible also refers me to Rev. 14:4 where it talks of the firstborn being virgins, being firstfruits to God. Can you please explain this further? If a male was the firstborn, was he dedicated to being a virgin, never marrying? Luke 2:23 also speaks of Jesus being the firstborn male & holy to the Lord.

2. In Matthew 8, why did the demons ask to be sent into the herd of pigs?

3. How do we respond to someone that says you cannot believe the bible because it has been altered?

1. Does a Christian have to be ordained to baptize?

2. Do babies that die go to Heaven?

3. How Can the Church go into debt to secular institutions when the scripture demands against it?

1. In Mark 9:38-41 the context of this passage indicates that the individuals “casting out demons” in Jesus' name were hindered because of “not following us”. The disciples were told to not hinder them [v39], but what I want to know is, would this passage of scripture pertain to those claiming to be Christian but teach an obscured “gospel”? If not, what constitutes “casting out demons” and what does that look like in our society?

2. I am 37 years old female and have developed feelings for a man much older than me. He is 60 years old (we are 23 years apart). I have been praying for God to bring a man into my life, but I wasn't expecting him to be much older. I am worried about what my family and friends might think about our age gap. I'm not sure if I should give this relationship a chance or end it and find someone younger. I'm kinda at a loss for what to do? I have no one to ask because they would probably not take my question seriously.

3. As a teacher of a Connection Group, one of the members asked me, Don't all people have a conscience? The scripture from Ephesians 2:1 came to mind, "As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins. . . , which I repeated. I did then tell her that I would study this issue and ask for your response.

1. My biggest struggle has been my tone of voice…many times I don’t even realize I’m being harsh until it’s too late. I have prayed and struggled with this for years and years. Other women in my family also struggle with this. It happens most when I am stressed and overwhelmed. I’ve been to multiple counselors throughout my life. What should I study in the Bible, or would you suggest changing this horrible and destructive habit? I have prayed and repented and cried out to God for help many times. I know it is not good and I desire for it to be gone. Are patterns or habits like this mentioned in the Bible? Is this a spiritual thing? Do you believe in generational sins being passed down from generation to generation? If yes, how do you break the cycle of sin?

2. Concerning salvation, what does it mean repentance is a genuine turning from sin.

3. Is it biblical to say that God does what He does for His name's sake thus using the redeemed as recipients to display His glory? Or does He do them for our sake alone?

4. Pastor Blake We use the Baptist Quarterly in our weekly Bible class at First Baptist Dripping Springs. Currently, we are studying your lessons in I John relating to assurances. I am wondering why you skip passages that seemed important to John's argument. In lesson 5 we skipped 4:14-18 and in Lesson 6 we skip 5:6-10 and 14-17. I think our class would like to discuss these concepts.

1. Isiah 65:17 says past troubles will not be remembered. Does this mean God will not remember our past troubles or we won't remember our past troubles? Also, I read that our memories that involve pain and sorrow will be cleansed and redeemed but not erased. Is this true? Will we remember the good things in our life on earth?

2. Our 3-year-old connection group has a question: We learned that after Cain made a wrong choice and attacked Abel, God sent him away. Then Cain went to live in the land of Nod and then had a family. We learned that Adam and Eve then had a son named Seth, and Seth had a family. We wanted to ask: if Adam and Eve were the first people God made, how were Cain and Seth able to start families?

1. Can a person who hasn’t heard the Gospel believe in the God of creation with no knowledge of Jesus and be saved?

2. What is the unholy trinity in the end times?

3. How does God distribute spiritual gifts?

1. There are several verses in the bible as Gen 1:1, Ps 8:3, Ps 19:1 Mat.3:16, and several others which refer to heavens which sound like more the one heaven could you tell me what they are saying.

2. Please explain what you have seen in Scripture about predestination and reasonable self-determination as explained by St. Augustine of Hippo. Are there varying different beliefs on predestination?

3. How would you counsel a Christian who claims that he was born a homosexual?

1. Is the doctrine the Nicolaitans the same as the teaching of Balaam referred to in Revelation 2:14-15

2. In the last few years, we have seen many pastors fall from grace. Men like Mark Driscoll, Ravi Zacharias, and others. When someone’s reputation is destroyed due to unrepentant sin, what do we do with the books that we have read or the sermons we watch from them? Do we continue to use their works or do we discard them?

3. Recently the question “Is it biblical to pray and sing songs to the Holy Spirit the same way we do to the Father or the Son?” came up in the book The Holy Spirit by John Bevere. He said absolutely, and quoted John 4:24, “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth” and states that we should praise and worship the Spirit just the same as we do the Father and Son. I know that all three figures of the Godhead are equal, but differ in roles, but this question confused me. I’ve heard you say in the past that the Spirit doesn’t mind not being the center of attention, but would it be unbiblical to actively make him the center of attention through praise and worship? Is at least some level of praise, honor, or thankfulness permitted?

Recommended Books on Holy Spirit:
Father, Son, & Holy Spirit: Relationships, Roles, & Relevance by Bruce A. Ware
The Holy Spirit: Abridged & made easy to read by R.J.K Law - Puritan Paperbacks
Pigeon Religion: Holy Spirit, is that You? (Discerning Spiritual Manipulation) by R.T. Kendall
Holy Fire: A balanced, biblical look at the Holy Spirit's work in our lives by R.T. Kendall
Keep in Step with the Spirit: Finding Fullness in Our Walk with God by J.I. Packer

1. Did God ordain sin? How long do you believe Adam and Eve dwelled in the Garden of Eden?

2. My daughter-in-law and I do not believe the same when it comes to disciplining the children the same way. I believe spare the rod spoil the child. She does not believe in spankings. I have never hurt my grandchildren. Their ages are 2 and 4 years old. They do not listen and pretty much think they do not half to be told what to do. Your thoughts?

3. In the Bible, there are many references to "riches of His grace." Does regeneration occur according to the "riches of His grace," or does it occur for all who call on the Lord and ask for forgiveness of sins? Why it is that some of us know beyond a shadow of a doubt that we have received regeneration and some of us are unsure what it is? Charles Spurgeon preached a sermon between 1851 and 1854 that mentioned the effects of regeneration 1) Spirit of God is given, 2) Knowledge is imparted, 3) Capacity for good works and 4) Meekness for heaven. He mentioned that man is passive, and it occurs on Christ's merits. Any help in understanding regeneration is greatly appreciated.

1. How do I reconcile the viewpoint of infralapsarianism with scriptures like Ephesians 1:4 and Proverbs 16:4 without assuming that ALL was decreed before the fall (Supralapsarianism)?

2. My question comes from 1st Thessalonians 4:15 Do Christians go to heaven as soon as they die or will they be “asleep” until the second coming of Christ? The verse seems to imply that they will be asleep until Christ returns.

3. What is the difference between an apostle and a disciple?

1. Is it wrong to listen to music that is written and produced by churches that don’t teach the Bible correctly? For example, (Hillsong, Elevation, Bethel, etc.) Am I wrong to worship to theologically correct songs while rejecting their pastor’s teaching?

2. Is every single person made in the image of God, or only born again believers? Ephesians 4:24 says to put on the new self which was created after the likeness of God. Genesis 1:27 says all of mankind was created in the image of God. Just wanting to gain some clarity on if these are referring to two different things.

3. Can people forgive without Christ?

1. You preached on how Christians need to make war against the flesh. What is one to do if your spouse is not making war against their flesh? Or if we are trying to make war but failing? How do you lovingly encourage one another to rage war? How do you continue to be strong and courageous?

God of War – June 14th Link: https://youtu.be/AicoQskZOGs

2. How do you encourage another believer who is in the pit of despair? Who feels that sometimes people are too far gone to be pulled out and set right and that consequences can be challenging when we are really bad. One who also reads in scripture where God hardens people’s hearts…like Joshua 11:20, for his purposes. Does Scripture have any account of God hardening believers' hearts? I don’t know of any but I don’t know as much about the Bible as you do.

1. Does it constitute taking the Lord's in vain name when a person claims to be a Christian and live for Christ but actually lives like the world?

2. In regard to your current series about women in ministry and their role in the church, is it acceptable for a woman to share her testimony among a group of men and women? And what about sharing her testimony with youth? And what if the woman is single (not married)?

3. What exactly is the sin of gluttony? And how can I know if I have or am committing it?

Pastor answers a comment from a question from the June 1, 2021 Broadcast: "We believe God is triune. We are created in the image of God as the Bible teaches. Are human beings triune? Are we body, soul, and spirit? Is the Bible clear on this issue?"

1. We believe God is triune. We are created in the image of God as the Bible teaches. Are human beings triune? Are we body, soul, and spirit? Is the Bible clear on this issue?

2. Christ has condemned sin in the flesh and conquered it on the cross. Why do you think that God has left sin in us after Christ's full atoning work on the Cross? He could have made us "perfect" the moment of justification, but He didn't. We must continually fight sin every day, why do you think He has ordained it that way?

3. If we believe that all scripture is God-breathed and it is sufficient to save us why are there so many people saying we need to add Critical Race theory as a tool to share the gospel.

Engaging the Mind:
Critical Race Theory: https://youtu.be/dRasz7GDtgM
Resolution #9: https://youtu.be/IWoVJJvQs2I

1. What makes someone an actual false teacher? Bible teachers disagree on interpretations of certain doctrines and passages. For example, eschatology or cessationism. At what point do we call someone a false teacher and stop listening to them? Can we listen to their teaching even if we disagree with an interpretation they hold to?

2. Joseph (Jesus’s earthly father) is only mentioned a few times in the bible. Do we know where he was during Jesus’s ministry?

3. In Genesis 3 when Eve is talking to the serpent. Is this Satan taking the form of the serpent or just controlling the serpent?

1. How can God hold a person accountable for their sin in a world he created and over which he is completely Sovereign?

2. In the creation account it says in Gen. 1:1 “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” When it says heavens is this referring to The Heaven or what we refer to as space?

3. When did Satan and the demons rebel/get cast out? Where they in Hell when Eve was temped or is that the act of rebellion?

1. The Trinity is a foundational doctrine to our faith. Should the Trinity be explained when sharing the Gospel?

2. What are your thoughts/opinion about “The Chosen”, the seemingly successful television series based on the life of our Lord Jesus Christ? After seeing so many rave reviews from other Christians, I decided to check it out. I stopped watching after the first two episodes because I could not get past the many scenes that are not found in the Bible. Perhaps there is value in the series, that is to reach the unsaved and to make the Bible and Christ’s life more relatable. I pray that is the case, but I am not sure most would realize the series is a fictionalized account. Therefore, is it dangerous? 

3. When it comes to Church of Christ, how do our beliefs differ and how can we use scripture to defend our Baptist views on Baptism?

1. In "Disciplines of a Godly Woman", Barbara Hughes uses this quote from Wayne Grudem- "It is the Father that planned redemption and sent his Son into the world; the Son obeyed the Father, accomplishing redemption for us; and the Spirit brings to completion the work that has been planned by the Father and begun by the Son. The Father directs and has authority over the Son, and the Son obeys and is responsive to the directions of the Father. The Holy Spirit is obedient to the directives of both the Father and the Son." We discussed this in our women's book study and could not come to a consensus about what he meant. From this quote alone, it sounds like Grudem is describing the Trinity as a hierarchy, yet we know that The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are equal in deity, but different in function. We think the author may have pulled this quote of context as we were going over the Discipline of Marriage. Can you shed some light on this?

2. Should we pray certain requests to specific persons of the Trinity?

3. I desire to improve my prayer life. Are there steps I can take to achieve a deeper and closer prayer life?

1. I’ve used the passage in Matthew 24:35 many times in witnessing to those who oppose the Bible’s durability. But recently someone told me that it is inappropriate to use that verse to show that the Bible has been preserved because here Jesus is only talking about the words of the prophecy he’s giving. Would this be accurate and if so should I stop using it in this way?

2. In Genesis 2:16-17 God decreed that Adam would "surely die" if he ate the fruit. Adam lived for 930 years after exiled, what death took place "in the day" he ate of the fruit?

3. Can a person who has put their faith and trust in Jesus for salvation but believes in modalism still go to Heaven?

1. I recently read a book by Bill Brown called Let's Make America Good Again in which he says we do need to get back to God. His last few chapters do describe how we should do this through the bible. Will you tell me what you think of this book.

2. My 15 yr old grandson and I were discussing Revelation 21:8 and wondered about those who have committed suicide. Does the Bible address suicide?

 3. Questions about heaven: How old are you in Heaven? Is Cremation Biblical? Will my dog be in heaven?

1. What are your beliefs on predestination in terms of individual souls being saved? Does God decide who will be saved and who won’t be saved before any of us have come to be?

2. Do believers “fast” today and what does it involve? How can we know that it is the Holy Spirit that is working in our lives and not just our mere conscience?

3. Is our sin nature masked by our culture as mental illness? Could we say that mental illness is really just our sin nature on display? For example, a narcissist is prideful, selfish, arrogant, manipulative, etc. but isn't this how all humans are apart from Christ?

1. "God hates the sin but loves the sinner" is a common phrase used by many. In Psalm 5:5 as well as Psalm 11:5 the Bible says that God hates those that do iniquity and those that love violence. Do God love and hate sinners?
2. Should we stop saying phrases said authoritatively such as “the Bible is clear on this issue” or “the Bible clearly teaches___”? Since when we speak with a fellow Christian who disagrees with us on a particular issue, we’ll both still use this phrase for our 2 opposing views. Doesn’t it then disintegrate the meaning of the word “clear” and in turn the Bible against itself?
3. If a husband and a wife wanted to have a baby but due to complications were not able to would it be sinful if they used other avenues to accomplish this? For example, In-vitro Fertilization (IVF) or using a surrogate?

1. With everything that is going on in the world today. Is wanting to protect your kids by having them in a private Christian school sheltering them too much?
2. How was it determined what order the bible would be compiled? How were the verses, chapters break decided?
3. Most Baptists that I know don’t partake in all of Lent, just holy week (Good Friday). Is the whole of Lent more of a Catholic ritual?

1. What part of the bible specifically addresses abortion?
2. What family devotional(s) do you recommend for elementary-aged kids?
3. What is the second death that is referenced in Revelation 20:14. Is this the same lake of fire that is referenced throughout the book of Revelation? When God makes a new heaven and new earth, will those in Hell still be there or will they cease to exist?

1. Can you talk about how to be wise in situations where I desire to speak in excess? Or wherein the scriptures I can study examples in this area.

2. Is there Any biblical references to Pangea or is it like the Neanderthals?

3. Can you please give me your opinion on the difference between Baptist and Lutheran beliefs?

1. I heard a pastor say you should not take communion unless you are saved & Baptized & a member of the church. What are your thoughts on this?

2. What does the bible say about tattoos?

3. I have heard people say that if God loves us then why does he allow suffering to happen.

1.Given that the word “Christian” was originally conceived by opponents to the church in Antioch, are we really given the license to accurately call someone a Christian or non-Christian when the criteria were created by those enemies from Antioch? And since it was originally meant to be a derogatory name?

2. How can interpreting a Scriptural passage simply based on one’s personal experiences be dangerous?

 3. Nowadays, culture says that gender is a “feeling” and “choice” people get to make. We are seeing the term “sex defined at birth” as an excuse that our male/female designation based on biological function seen at birth is simply label parents throw on us, and we can choose whether or not that is accurate down the road based on how we “feel.” How does Genesis 1 and 2 show that gender and sex cannot be separated and that God actually created them to go hand-in-hand?

1. How do you think the rise in feminist theology will play into persecution and/or the attack on the church in coming times? Do you see more issues to come?

2. If you listen to secular scientists, they will tell you that the earth is billions of years old. However, I have understood it to be several thousand years old. How do you view this, and how do you reconcile the theory that dinosaurs roamed the earth long before man?

3. Can you explain the difference between the narrow-minded and wide-view of complementarianism?

1. what specifically did you study to get to the conclusion we are in tribulation now & we will not be rapture until Jesus comes back.

2. Do the angels have souls?

3. As a pastor what is the biggest struggle you face in today’s world and what bible promises do you hold on to?

1. What are the top 3 Bible versions that are closest to the original Hebrew and Greek? What version do you preach from?

2. In Luke 1:15 the Bible says that John the Baptist would be filled with the Holy Spirit in his mother's womb. Can people be filled with the Holy Spirit for a specific period of time and not be saved? Or does this mean that John was saved and filled with the Holy Spirit even in the womb?

3. I have often heard people refer to biblical doctrines in two categories as either primary issues or secondary issues. For example, salvation by grace through faith in Jesus alone is a primary doctrine. Secondary doctrine, how eschatology unfolds. Is there a general rule or practical way that you use in order to determine what is a primary issue and what is a secondary issue? 

1. What does it mean to blasphemy against the Holy Spirit? What does it mean to Speak against the Holy Spirit? Can a Christian commit this sin?
2. Which form of baptism, Trinitarian Formula or "in the name of Jesus alone", is right and what scripture can I use to dispute and correct the wrong view?
3. Is there anything in scripture that would let us believe that angles know what is going to happen in the end of the days? Is Satan just grasping at straws in his effort to change what God has said will happen?

1. Isiah 7:15 reads, “He shall eat curds and honey when he knows how to refuse the evil and choose the good.”
2. In Acts 16:3, why did Paul determine it was necessary to circumcise Timothy before taking him to visit the Jews?
3. If David was in Saul's service in Chapter 16, how is it that Saul doesn't know who David is in Chapter 17?

1. In Isaiah 7:14 it tells of Jesus' coming but it also describes more like John the Baptist. How is this separated from only Jesus?
2. From James 1:13-15, how much do we need God to break us free from our own evil desires, and how much responsibility do we have for doing it on our own?
3. What exactly is contemplative prayer and is it false teaching?

Pastor Blake will answer your questions when he returns. Thank you for watching today.

1. Would you please address the biblical sacrament of Holy Communion.
2. James 2:22-24, the topic of the text is works without faith is dead with Isaiah 64:6

1. Can God, that is the divine nature, suffer? It is accepted that Jesus suffered, but was that suffering only according to his humanity?
2. Can you please explain Isaiah 65:17, 20. How do they relate to each other?

3. I watched a Youtube video called The Mark by Cami Oetman. She talked about the mark of the beast and some other things. 1. When the Bible talks about The Mark of the Beast is it Literal or symbolic? If it is symbolic what does it really mean?
4. She also talks about a doctrinal catechism by Stephen Keenan that talks about how the Roman Catholic church back a long time ago changed the Sabbath day from Saturday to Sunday. What does the Bible say about which day is to be the Sabbath day?

Pastor Blake will answer your questions when he returns. Thank you for watching today.

Pastor Blake will answer your questions when he returns. Thank you for watching today.

1. Is there a significance to Number 40 in the Bible
2. What does it mean when God Says “the First Born is Dedicated to Him”? Why only the First Born?

This week Pastor answers:
1. What is the difference between Methodists and Southern Baptists?
2. Christ mentioned that because He has chosen us, the world "hates" us in John 15:19.

2) If our views don’t align perfectly with yours then we are wrong? Do I need to leave, change my view so I conform?
3) Is everyone enabled to accept or reject the Gospel according to their own will alone?

1. Predestination, election, and the correlation to man’s free will
2. How do I minister to members of the LGBTQ community who are proud of their Identity without offending them or making them lose interest in the Gospel?
3. When witnessing (Disciplining)to a new Christian, which books of the Bible should they read 1st, 2nd, 3rd.....?
4. Explain the difference between the rapture and the 2nd coming of Christ.
5. Thoughts on Joe Kirby of "Off The Curb" Ministries
6. Explain Exodus 21:12-13

1. The city of Nineveh, what was the nature of their repentance, how did that work in terms of salvation? Matthew 12:38-41 where Jesus states that the "men of Nineveh will rise up at the judgment with this generation and condemn it..."

2. What the difference between John 20:21-23 and the day of Pentecost?

3. John 8:31 Interpreted

1. I'm wondering is there anywhere in God's word that says we are to give and receive equally?
2. Exodus 4:23-25
3. Why did God create other planets if we’re the only life form, We’re Adam and Eve before cavemen, or is the cavemen idea false? Thoughts on Jordan Petersons' "On belief in God"

1. John 8:31 Interpreted
2. What happens to the people who haven’t heard the Gospel when they die or when the Lord returns?
3. In Revelations, could the two witnesses be Enoch & Elijah, and what else were their roles?

1. How do you love a friend that is openly and intentionally sinning while also speaking God’s truth to them?

2. Where did Jesus’ spirit go from the time He was crucified until He was resurrected?

3. explain the Prince of the Kingdom of Persia, who are all the people?