Finding Clarity

There is a harshness to the words of Jesus concerning those who were doing great things for the Lord. Even in spite of all that they did, Jesus abruptly declares that he never knew them and called them workers of lawlessness. What does this passage mean and what are the implications for those who call themselves “Christians "” Here is the 155th episode, " What is the Meaning of Matthew 7:21-23 "

One of the enduring marks of the Christian life is hope. The basis for our hope is the promises that Scriptures make concerning God, Jesus and ourselves. Yet, these same promises can be a source of defeat when we don’t see them being fulfilled in our lives. Here is the 154th episode, " How can I understand God’s promises as conditional and unconditional "

It is not unusual to find someone who was once a part of the church. But because of hurt, disappointment, anger and even indifference they no longer are a part. So, what is the next step? Here is the 153rd episode, " I Gave Up On Church, I Am Done! What’s Next "

There is a comfort in knowing that the Holy Spirit prays for us as we endure difficulty in our lives. But how exactly does he do that? Here is the 152nd episode, " How Does The Spirit Intercede For Us? "

Because we are human, we continue to sin. This fact is obviously concerning to us, especially since we are warned that there is a sin that leads to death. Here is the 150th episode, " What Is The Sin That Leads To Death? "

It is common to hear various terms used to describe the eternal state of mankind. What do these terms mean and do some of them describe the same thing? Here is the 149th episode, " What Is The Difference Between Heaven, Paradise, Hell, Hades and Purgatory? Part 2 "

It is evident from reading the New Testament that fasting was a part of the early Christians’ walk with Christ. How do we know the importance of fasting for believers today? Here is the 151st episode, " What Is The Purpose Of Fasting? "

It is common to hear various terms used to describe the eternal state of mankind. What do these terms mean and do some of them describe the same thing? Here is the 148th episode, " What Is The Difference Between Heaven, Paradise, Hell, Hades and Purgatory? "

When we come to Christ in Salvation, we have been forgiven of our sin. If that is true, why must we confess our sins to God in prayer? Here is the 147th episode, " Why Ask For Forgiveness If We have Been Forgiven? "

Jesus stresses that those who refuse to forgive others, will not be forgiven as well. What does this mean for believers who have experienced the forgiveness of Christ? Here is the 146th episode, " What Does No Forgiveness for Unforgiveness Mean For A Believer? "

We understand that Jesus died on the cross and was buried. What happened to Jesus between his death and resurrection? Here is the 145th episode, " Where Was Jesus Between His Death And Resurrection? "

Cremation has become popular in our culture as a means of burial for our loved ones. Does the Bible forbid or allow cremation? Here is the 144th episode, " Where Is The Line Between Doing What We Can And Being Still And Knowing He Is God?"

There are principles that show that we have responsibilities to act, but we are also called to wait on God and trust him. Here is the 143rd episode, " Where Is The Line Between Doing What We Can And Being Still And Knowing He Is God?"

A pastor on T.V. recently said that if you were not giving your full tithe, you were not tithing at all. What if your circumstances don’t allow you to give your full tithe, is that acceptable to God? Here is the 142nd episode, " What If I Can’t Give My Full Tithe?"

God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit are one yet distinct as persons of the Trinity. Does that mean we can/should pray to any of them? Or are we to pray to God in Jesus name? Here is the 141st episode, "How Do We Pray To The Trinity? "

Sometimes as believers we find ourselves desiring to have nice things. Is that wrong? There are mixed messages out there in the church world. How do we approach this as believers? Here is the 140th episode, "Is It Okay To Want Nice Things?"

As believers, we face situations where we have to trust in the Lord to help. While that seems simple, it is exactly quite difficult. Here is the 139th episode, "How Can I Learn To Trust In God?"

As believers, we have been set free from the bondage of sin. Yet, we continue to give in to the temptations to sin. Here is the 138th episode, "What Are The Keys To Resisting Temptation?"

It is easy to say that you love God. But sometimes the expression of the that love has to be more than just words. Here is the 137th episode, "What Does It Mean To Love The Lord With All Your Heart, Soul, Mind, And Strength?"

Sometimes we find ourselves enslaved to sin. We want to be freed from it. We want to know that we are forgiven. But is that possible, when we continue to commit the same sin over and over again? Here is the 135th episode, "Will God Continue To Forgive You If You Commit The Same Sin Over And Over Again?"