Persecution

I thought I did everything right – attending church & bible studies, praying, donating money. But, I lost my job. Then my wife left me. And my adult kids just told me to move out. Is this God’s will?

My friend was just diagnosed with terminal cancer. I don’t know what to say to him. How can we get a sense of perspective on the subject of dying with so little time left? He feels left out by life.

Does it show lack of trust in God to prepare for terrorism? Should a Christian stockpile supplies? I have a feeling something is going to happen and I should be ready.

I know we are supposed to forgive others. But, I can’t get past terrorists and cold-blooded murderers.

In a Post Modern Church, we decide the road to salvation. Even if we claim that Jesus Christ is the way, the question that must be asked is, who is Jesus really and what does He expect from me?

Is the Gospel of Jesus Christ true regardless of our opinion or beliefs? For that matter, what is the “Gospel of God?” Our postmodern society answers “Whatever I believe – IS!”

I read a news article on your website about the satanic torture and killing of three Christians in Turkey. It was terribly upsetting, and I’m not sure you should run stories like this.

What can we refer to quickly when disasters occur?

By committing some of these verses to memory we have them “on file” when problems occur.

I’m not sure I could hold up under severe torture like some Christians living in Islamic regimes. What if I truly believe Jesus is Lord but give in to torturers to avoid pain? Am I still saved?

I read your articles “Chance?” and “Prayer and Man’s Responsibility.” But, why would God take the lives of innocent young people with great futures ahead of them? Purpose in that?

What is it about Christians that make people think we have no feelings? Or that we somehow deserve this rude, crude, in-your-face treatment? Any suggestions on how to cope with it?