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Episode 1303 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Why did David and Bathsheba's son have to die for David's sins? 2. Does the Bible teach that Christians can lose their salvation? 3. Does God give us guardian angels? 4. Does Matthew 6:24 speak to Christians working with secular music artists?   Today's Offer Inner Co...

Episode 1302 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is the teaching of a rapture supported by Scripture? 2. When we die, will we be with the Lord immediately or when Jesus returns? 3. How can I encourage my mother to live in line with her faith? 4. What is the "circumcision of the heart"? 5. How does God view Christian...

Episode 1301 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Was satan cast out of heaven before God created Adam and Eve? 2. Is there a limit to the size of heaven? 3. Was Luke 23:28 a prophecy of the Holocaust? 4. How can I be a godly leader for my wife without domineering over her? 5. Question about Nashville school shooting...

Episode 1300 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Why did Peter begin to sink when he was walking on water with Jesus? 2. What should I do if I regret the way my pastor used my monetary gift? 3. How well do I have to keep God's law to be sure that I am saved? 4. Is listening to the Bible an ok way to be in God's word...

Episode 1299 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Can the devil use a Christian to do his works? 2. When the walls of Jericho fell, how was Rehab saved? 3. If God is sovereign, why does he work through prayer? 4. Why did God put the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden of Eden? 5. How can I find comfort in my struggle for...

Episode 1298 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How do I keep my desire to be married from becoming an idol in my life? 2. Did God make a bet with the devil over Job's soul? 3. What comfort can I share with my daughter who miscarried? 4. Is it inappropriate to share my faith in the workplace?   Today's Offer Inner...

Episode 1297 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does the Bible offer wisdom about surrogacy? 2. Why do I continue to struggle with addiction as a Christian? 3. What did Jesus mean by "my brethren" in Matthew 25:40? 4. Should Christians participate in campaigns like Amway and Mary Kay?   Today's Offer Inner Core   R...

Episode 1296 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. If there is no condemnation in Christ, is there no danger of hell? 2. If God is Spirit and the Holy Spirit is Spirit, are they the same person? 3. I've been praying for God to save my ex, why isn't he answering? 4. How should my church handle a practicing lesbian in t...

Episode 1295 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Follow-up clarification about "praying for a hedge of protection" 2. When Jesus fed the 5,000 with fish and bread, were the fish raw? 3. How can I tell if my guilt is demonic or the Spirit's conviction? 4. Is the gift of tongues still around today? 5. How does God rel...

Episode 1294 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is the practice of "pleading the blood of Jesus" in prayer biblical? 2. How is salvation possible for those who never hear the Gospel? 3. How can we understand God's existence? 4. How important is it to end prayers with "in Jesus name"? 5. Did Jesus' human nature mean...

Episode 1293 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it a sin to have a baby out of wedlock? 2. Does the Bible support baptizing children before they hear the Gospel? 3. Where does the Bible teach that we do good for God's glory, not payment? 4. Can Christians read books with magic like Harry Potter? 5. How could som...

Episode 1292 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Can I date a non-Christian if they are respectful of my beliefs? 2. What does it mean to "hate them with perfect hatred" in Psalm 139? 3. Was the flood in Genesis a worldwide flood or local only? 4. How can I know if I've truly trusted in Christ? 5. Are there examples...

Episode 1291 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can John 15:7 be true when I pray for things that I don't get it? 2. In Revelation, is the rider on the white horse Jesus or the antichrist? 3. Is there significance to Ishmael having many descendants? 4. Is sexual immorality causing the fall of America? 5. In Mat...

Episode 1290 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it ok to leave a state to seek a community more consistent with my views? 2. What is free will in the Bible? 3. Who decided which books would be included in the Bible? 4. Does Matthew 18:20 mean that God is less present with us when we're alone? 5. How can I know G...

Episode 1289 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Should I use anointing oil when praying for my daughter's deliverance? 2. Would vaping nicotine be considered idolatry because it's addictive? 3. If I sell online, do I need to tithe before removing the cost of production? 4. Do I need to tithe on insurance payouts? 5....

Episode 1288 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com   Questions in this Episode   1. Did God permit Joseph to marry an Egyptian woman instead of an Israelite?   2. Does 1 Corinthians forbid Christian women from shaving their heads?   3. What kind of financial transparency should churches have?   4. Should I serve in a church that has staff who are...

Episode 1287 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode   1. Where does the Bible teach that Jesus is more than a prophet?   2. Will the antichrist know that he is the antichrist?   3. What does John 10:34 mean by saying, "You are gods"?   4. What's the difference between common grace and saving grace?   5. How can I stay in...

Episode 1286 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. My non-believing spouse is against me giving tithe, what should I do? 2. Did Phillip spread the Gospel in Africa in Acts 8? 3. Is it significant that Jesus showed himself by breaking bread in Luke 24? 4. Why do many churches portray Jesus's physical appearance inaccur...

Episode 1285 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. When infidelity happens in a marriage should all details be shared? 2. How could Jesus be forsaken by the Father on the cross? 3. Am I not trusting God if I take anti-depressant medication? 4. How can I find what my spiritual gift is? 5. Is it considered cheating if y...

Episode 1284 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Can we pray directly to the Holy Spirit? 2. Is someone who divorces their spouse due to infidelity able to remarry? 3. Do you believe anyone can go to heaven? 4. If we are tempted by the devil, how can we be responsible for our sins? 5. Do aliens exist, and did God cr...

Episode 1283 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Did the Holy Spirit indwell believers in the Old Testament like today? 2. Are believers still called to cast out demons through prayer and fasting? 3. Which version of the Lord's prayer is most accurate? 4. Does God show favor towards specific individuals? 5. Why did...

Episode 1282 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What are the works that go along with repentance? 2. Did Jesus actually sweat blood in the garden of Gethsemane? 3. Why would God create humans when he knew they would fall? 4. Why is homosexuality a sin if it's consensual? 5. Is masturbation a sin, and is there forgi...

Episode 1281 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are tattoos a form of trying to improve on God's design? 2. Is it ok to listen to the Bible as opposed to reading it? 3. Did Old Testament saints go straight to heaven when they died? 4. Should we pray for people who don't want prayer? 5. Does Leviticus 25 teach that...

Episode 1280 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does the soul of a believer go to heaven immediately after death? 2. I live in fear that I'm not actually saved, how can I be sure I'm saved? 3. I'm trying to live a righteous life, does God know I'm doing my best? 4. How Can I Better Understand the Holy Spirit? Today...

Episode 1279 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes  CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Have I truly forgiven someone if I am still bitter over the offense? 2. How should I reach out to a friend who is now gay and left the faith? 3. Did Mary have other children after Jesus? 4. When is it appropriate to discuss politics from the pulpit? 5. What did Jesus...