Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 2060 This is one of the most challenging questions people ask, and it deserves a thoughtful, biblical answer. The difficulty many have is reconciling the love of God with the reality of eternal punishment. But let’s look at what Scripture actually teaches us. God’s Nature: Love AND Justice We need to understand that God’s…
Reading Time: 4 minutesQuestion 6000 Hamartiology is the theological study of sin. The term comes from the Greek word ἁμαρτία (hamartia), meaning “sin” or “missing the mark,” combined with λόγος (logos), meaning “word” or “study.” It examines what sin is, where it came from, how it affects us, and why understanding it matters for the Gospel. What is…
Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 7999 This is the most important question anyone can ever ask. It’s the question the Philippian jailer asked Paul and Silas in Acts 16:30, and thankfully, Scripture gives us a clear answer that cuts through confusion and offers genuine hope. The Biblical Answer The jailer’s question and Paul’s response are recorded for us in…
Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 0002 It is stated as fact and has become a cliché: “Doctrine divides, but love unites.” The point is clear; if we would only set aside all our theological differences and focus on relationships, the church would be stronger and more united. This sounds appealing, even spiritual. But is it true? A careful look…
Reading Time: 5 minutesQuestion 0001 You can find my sermon on the Introduction to Doctrine here: Why Does Doctrine Matter? When someone mentions ‘doctrine,’ many Christians feel their eyes glaze over. It sounds academic, dusty, perhaps something best left to theologians in their ivory towers. Yet nothing could be further from the truth. Doctrine simply means ‘teaching,’ and…