2023 A BIBLE ANSWER

Panelists: Jared Jackson, Mark Lindley, Howell Ferguson

#1023- 12/31/2023

1. Why was Jesus so harsh in what he said to the Syrophenician woman (Mark 7:27)?
2. What is the Biblical perspective on domestic violence?
3. In what sense is God the head of Christ (1 Corinthians 11:3)?
4. Are there some sins that a person can commit that God won’t forgive?

Panelists: Jared Jackson, Mark Lindley, Howell Ferguson

#1022-12/24/2023

1. I know we should study the Bible and try to find out what is right, but isn’t sincerity the really important thing?
2. What are the windows of heaven (Genesis 7:11)?
3. How can we respond to those who teach that Jesus is the Father and the Holy Spirit?
4. Why did Solomon have so many wives?

Panelists: Jared Jackson, Mark Lindley, Howell Ferguson

#1021-12/17/2023

1. Is it right to gamble to raise money for schools and churches?
2. What was the significance to Peter of the way the linen clothes were lying and the head wrapping laying separately in the tomb (John 20:3-8)?
3. What is our understanding of why people sought to touch the hem of the garment of Jesus (Mark 6:56)?
4. How can introvert Christians contribute God-given abilities or talents to the church or a congregation?
5. What should Christian parents do if they have a prodigal son or daughter?

Panelists: Jared Jackson, Mark Lindley, Howell Ferguson

#1020-12/10/2023

1. Since Hebrews 10:4 says it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sin, how could people in the Old Testament be saved?
2. Please discuss Jeremiah 22:30 and its relationship to premillennialism?
3. Please address the following statement: “Did you know that the time clock of the return of Jesus Christ isn’t based on America’s time-line? It’s based on what is happening in Israel”?
4. Please explain 1 Corinthians 11:27-29?

Panelists: Jared Jackson, Mark Lindley, Howell Ferguson

#1019-12/3/2023

1. Are pre-filled communion cups (grape juice & wafers) acceptable or proper elements for the Lord’s table?
2. Can Christians associate themselves politically? Say, run as presidential candidates, senators, mayors, etc.?
3. Can Christians pursue careers in civil or federal law? I understand that this may involve soliciting for guilty parties which is deception.
4. Can a Christian marry a Non-Christian? If not, what are the exceptions?

Panelists: Mike Hixson, John DeBerry, Jared Rhodes

#1018 – 11/26/2023

1. How can the book of Jeremiah be inspired if the original manuscript was destroyed?
2. Can you describe the captivity in Babylon? In Jeremiah 29:5-6, they were told to build houses and increase their families?
3. Please discuss Jeremiah 31:22 about the meaning of a woman shall encompass a man?
4. Could you please speak about Jeremiah 31:15-17 and later in Matthew 2:18 about Rachel weeping for her children?
5. Was the Hilkiah mentioned in Jeremiah that same man that found the book of the law?

Panelists: Mike Hixson, John DeBerry, Jared Rhodes

#1017 – 11/19/2023

1. If God does not hear the prayers of sinners, how can they be saved?
2. Can God repent (Jeremiah 18:8-10)?
3. Are the sons of God in Genesis 6:2 angels?
4. What do I tell my employer when he insists that I call a fellow employee who is a man “she”?

Panelists: Mike Hixson, John DeBerry, Jared Rhodes

#1016 – 11/12/2023

1. Jesus does not authorize open nor group prayer. In Matthew 6:5 He instructs how to pray. Why doesn’t the church obey?
2. In the Lord’s table, does sequential partaking i.e. “waiting for the others and partaking in one go” of the elements have any biblical significance? Some don’t wait for others whilst the elements are being passed around.
3. What are the right words to say before administering the Lord’s table in case there are visitors and you’re unsure of them being part of the Body of Christ?
4. How could Jesus be sin when He is said to be sinless (2 Cor. 5:21)?

Panelists: Mike Hixson, John DeBerry, Jared Rhodes

#1015 – 11/5/2023

1. This concerns the special program on “The need for preachers.” Until there is total agreement on religion, humans will not believe. There are too many denominations teaching different things. Don’t we need agreement more than preachers?
2. What day is the Sabbath: Saturday or Sunday? Is there a right or wrong day to worship and why?
3. What does the phrase “thorn in the flesh” in 2 Corinthians 12:7 mean?
4. Is the thief on the cross an example of a person who was saved without baptism?
5. What suggestions can you give to help me make my marriage work?

Panelists: Jeff Scott, Darrell Simon, Craig Simon

#1014- 10/29/2023

1. Please explain why some translations use the word “hades” in place of “hell” as the King James Version renders it?
2. Were there any Gentiles baptized under John’s baptism?
3. What was so important about Jesus’ followers staying in the city to receive the Holy Spirit (Lk. 24:49)?
4. What is meant by the phrase “free moral agency?”
5. Where does the Bible teach that Jesus Christ has a preexistence?