Why is human freedom God-given? (Philippines)
Human freedom is God-given because God created us “in His own image.” (Genesis1:27) Not a physical image, but a copy in mind and heart. We have a conscience and the ability to reason. We feel joy and grief, happiness and contentment or pain and loss. When we’re free to choose and do for ourselves, we [...]
Why are Christians to sacrifice when we know that Jesus finished it all?
Yes, Jesus did completely atone for our sins. We can add nothing of merit to his accomplished work. 1 Timothy 2:5-6 NKJV, “For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself a ransom for all…”However, Jesus said, “If anyone desires to come after me, let [...]
Why did Jesus come to earth?
The short answer is: to give his life for the world. But what exactly does this mean? Here’s a little story to help us understand: There once was a nobleman who had disobeyed his king. His home was taken away, and he was sent to a prison for the rest of his life. His [...]
If Abraham killed his son Isaac, was he not going to go on trial for a murder case? (Zambia)
No. God instructed Abraham to sacrifice Isaac to test his faith. God had promised Abraham, “In thee (Abraham) shall all the families of the earth be blessed.” Genesis 12:3. This covenant was made with Abraham and was to be maintained through Abraham’s children. God reassured Abraham of His plan several times in his life. See [...]
Does the holy spirit speak to us today, and how do we hear the holy spirit? If the holy spirit speaks to us, why do we need the Bible? (Nigeria)
We need the Bible because it is the very word of the Lord, and the holy spirit is the spirit of the Lord. “God is spirit and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” (John 4:24) The holy spirit is not a separate personality, but it is the power, and influence, the [...]
Are we supposed to give up everything to follow Christ? (United States)
Yes. In order to become a Christian, a person must deny his own will to only obey God's will. “Then He (Jesus) said to them all, ‘If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.’” Luke 9:23. Jesus, himself, only did God's will, “For [...]