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Attitudes
Does God reward the meek and humble?
How do I deal with so-called Christians with bad attitudes?
Career
How could my art be sacrilegious if I don't mean any harm?
What must one do in order to become a Christian pastor?
Is it biblically mandated for a married woman to stay home?
Can you give me guidance concerning an entertainment career?
Conversation
Can you explain these verses about the use of the tongue?
Why are some words considered cuss words and others are not?
Is it acceptable to use bad language in music in order to reach young people with a Christian message?
What exactly did Jesus mean when he said not to use idle words?
Curses
Where in the Bible does it talk about the sins of the fathers being passed to the children?
We are looking for scriptures against generational curses.
Is it all right for Christians to put curses on others?
Does Ezekiel 18 teach that God has lifted the curse of the sins of the father?
Death
What are some comforting scriptures I can share with grieving family members?
If a backslider dies in that state will he still go to Heaven?
Are all dead infants and little children saved?
What about baptism for the dead?
What does the Bible have to say about cremation?
Leadership
What are the proper questions to ask a pastoral candidate?
What is the difference between a deacon and an elder?
How long should a person sit out of ministry after being caught in sin?
Is it a sin for a pastor to smoke cigarettes and to drink wine and alcohol?
I feel something is wrong with my church. What should I do about it?
Can a pastor who has suffered divorce continue in God's calling on his life?
Are false teachers that have lead many to destruction still a candidate through true repentance to receive the Holy Ghost?
When a church member sows discord then leaves, should the leaders inform that person's new church?
Where in the Bible does it say that women can deacons in the church?
What are the duties of a deacon's wife?
Please recommend scripture or books about "parishioners who speak against their pastor."
Marriage
Is it a sin for a Christian to marry a non-Christian?
Is there anywhere in the Bible that states it is O.K. for an unmarried man and woman to live together?
Does the Bible say anything about the appropriate age difference between a man and woman in a relationship?
What does it truly mean to "cleave"?
If two people say their wedding vows to each other, does that make them married?
How long should a person wait after the death of a spouse before marrying again?
Is there a cause for divorce besides fornication?
Why was it okay for King David and King Solomon to have concubines, and not for men to have them today?
Are polyamorous relationships (multiple relationships or marriages) acceptable and actually taught in the Bible?
Why can't parents "let go" of their married children?
How do divorce and remarriage affect a person's qualifcations for ministry?
Why did David, Abraham, and others in the Bible have concubines? Does the Bible condemns this practice?
Is luke 16:18 the final word on divorce and remarriage? Does Jesus really mean this literally?
If a man's wife becomes mentally ill, can he marry another woman under the Christian teaching?
If my husband and I disagree, will that hinder our receiving an answer from God?
Besides the marriage, what makes a married couple become "one flesh"?
How should I respond to my divorced friend who has begun living with another man?
Why is living together without being married considered "living in sin" by Christians?
What are your views on interracial marriages?
Parenting
My wife and I are not religious people. Should we still have our child christened?
How can I make my child understand that actions come with consequences?
Describe the relationship that God wants a father and son to have.
What can I do about my children who think they are saved but don't act like it?
What is the age of accountability?
Should people of God teach their children about Santa Claus?
Does the Bible command that we have children?
As a new Christian, how can I guide my children?
Does Proverbs 23:13 & 14 literally mean beat your children with a rod?
Sanctity of Life
Is all human life sacred and therefore to be sustained at all cost and in all circumstances?
Secret Societies
Can a Christian join a freemason lodge?
Separation from the World
How am I supposed to deal with a tattoo that I already have?
Is it wrong for males to wear earrings? I don't see anything to prove it wrong in the Bible
Is it okay to dance if it is not done in a worldly way?- January 29, 2002
Can I be in God's perfect will if I wear pants, cut my hair, wear jewelry, and wear make-up?
What does the Bible have to say about body piercing and tattoos?
What does the Bible say about a woman's attire, head covering, make up, and earings?
Sickness
Is being bipolar a spiritual problem and should I stop my medication?
Does manic depressive syndrome or bipolar have any connection to being demon possessed?
Is being bulimic less a sin than being an alcoholic, drug addict,etc?
Do you know which scripture specifically talks about the reason people get cancer?
Smoking
Is it a sin for a pastor to smoke cigarettes and to drink wine and alcohol?
Do you have any suggestions or comments to help me quit smoking?
Do you think that I will get into heaven, even though I still smoke?
Stewardship
How can I turn my finances over to God?
How should we tithe?
Where should the tithe go?
How much should I give my church?
What does the Bible teach about tithing?
Suicide
If a Christian commits suicide, will that person go to heaven or hell?
How does God view suicide?
What happens to people who commit suicide?
Worship
What should I do when I want to read the Bible but don't know what to read?
Would jumping during worship be considered bibically based?
When you are sure someone is a false prophet, do you continue to worship with that person?
Where do I direct my eyes to when I praise God?
Why do you use instrumental music during worship service?
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