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The God Squad: Is faith for babies?
Q: Your exploration of the question “Is God Too Big For Us?” was of much interest. I appreciate your honesty in noting that we do not have knowledge about God. Thus your words about God are declarations of faith, but not matters of knowledge. My question has to do with your faith confession that trust in God is like the words of a child�...Read more
Should I still pray for people who keep going to church while they are living sinful lives and have no shame?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’m confused by a Bible passage that says if we keep on sinning, we aren’t really saved. I know people who keep going to church while they are living sinful lives and have no shame. They claim they’re under grace, resenting any suggestion that they’re not living according to God’s standard...Read more
What is the famous passage in Jude that describes the punishment and judgment that awaits false teachers?
A) Jude 1:1-6
B) Jude 1:7-13
C) Jude 1:14-19
D) Jude 1:20-25
Who is the author of the Book of Matthew?
A) Matthew
B) Mark
C) Luke
D) John
Is stubbornness sinful?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I admit that I am a stubborn person (my husband reminds me of it every day). I’m a Christian psychologist so I know that at the heart of being stubborn reveals having issues with authority. I even loathe myself sometimes when I display emotions of stubbornness, but had it not been for my ...Read more
What is the famous passage in John that describes Jesus' miracle of turning water into wine?
A) John 1:1-18
B) John 3:1-21
C) John 6:1-15
D) John 2:1-11
What was the purpose of the Day of Atonement?
A) To celebrate the harvest
B) To remember the Exodus
C) To confess sins and seek forgiveness
D) To dedicate the temple
San Diego police investigate defacing of synagogue, church
SAN DIEGO — A Jewish synagogue in Bankers Hill was defaced similarly to that of a nearby Christian church over the weekend, prompting an investigation from San Diego police, officials said.
Parishioners at Ohr Shalom Synagogue were informed Sunday that their building had been spraypainted with the words “No Gods” and “Free Gaza,” the ...Read more
Catholics, start your engines. It's Archbishop Wenski's annual motorcycle 'biker' mass
MIAMI -- Nearly 350 riders hailing from all corners of Florida revved their motorcycle engines in the parking lot of a Doral church, as they waited for the signal to start their ride. The chilly temperatures that plagued South Florida for a week warmed up to a nice 70 degrees. Perfect for a Sunday ride.
No, these aren’t the Hell’s Angels ...Read more
How do we combat the tendency to run away from responsibility?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: As part of the aging baby boomer generation, how do we combat the tendency to run away from responsibility, even run away from a spouse or family? – E.N.
A: People react to aging in different ways. Some approach it with relief, yearning for its peace and freedom. Others greet it with mixed ...Read more
What is the main theme of the Book of Zephaniah?
A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) The coming of the Messiah
D) God's judgment and restoration
What was the name of the Persian official who opposed the rebuilding of the temple and the city walls?
A) Haman
B) Sanballat
C) Tobiah
D) Geshem
US Catholic bishops condemn Trump immigration crackdown. Do church members agree?
A majority of U.S. Catholics said Donald Trump would be better equipped to handle immigration issues, according to exit polls, but less than one week into his second term as president, some church leaders are speaking out against his administration’s immigration crackdown.
Trump signed dozens of executive orders on immigration Jan. 20, ...Read more
Are there examples in the Bible of people who followed God yet dealt with depression?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I deal with depression often and am more concerned about the frequency than the depression itself. I’m not sure if it is actually depression or discouragement. Maybe it’s just disappointment, but are there examples in the Bible of people who followed God yet dealt with these struggles? – D.A. ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Second Corinthians that instructs believers to take every thought captive to obey Christ?
A) 2 Corinthians 3:1-6
B) 2 Corinthians 4:7-18
C) 2 Corinthians 10:1-6
D) 2 Corinthians 13:1-10
What was the name of the bread that God provided for the Israelites in the wilderness?
A) Challah
B) Matzo
C) Manna
D) Pita
What is the famous passage in Amos that describes the plumb line?
A) Amos 2:1-16
B) Amos 3:1-15
C) Amos 7:1-17
D) Amos 9:1-15
What was the name of the king of Israel who reigned during the ministry of the prophet Elijah?
A) Ahab
B) Jehoshaphat
C) Omri
D) Jeroboam
Is just praying for others a good way to live?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’ve been sick for a long time, unable to go to church, work or be active. Friends have challenged me to push and not give in, but I simply can’t. My heart was broken when they told me that just praying for others is no way to live. Yet it has been my lifeline. My soul is downtrodden. – H.S.
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What is the famous passage in Micah that describes the future restoration of Israel?
A) Micah 2:1-13
B) Micah 3:1-12
C) Micah 4:1-13
D) Micah 7:1-20
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