Why do the chronologies of Matthew and Luke differ?
Q: Could you please shed some light on the differences between the chronologies of Matthew and Luke? — Sigrid, from Canada A: Sigrid, I assume that you are asking about the differences in the genealogies in these two gospels. Dr. Clinton Wahlen, associate director at the Biblical Research Institute (BRI) and New Testament scholar, says:…
Read MoreWhat do you think about GMO?
Q: One of our pastors said genetically modified organisms (GMO) belong to Satan’s work. He said that it does more harm than good. My husband works in a company that produces GMOs. He said that what he knows about GMOs is contradictory to what the pastor is claiming. My husband doesn’t work on Sabbath, and…
Read MoreHow is the Adventist work doing in Israel?
Q: How is our Seventh-day Adventist work doing in Israel? My daughter now lives in Israel. She took the Jewish faith when she married. She isn’t aware of any Adventists in her area. I would love to know if our work is still ongoing there. — Kathy, from South Africa A: Kathy, the answer is…
Read MoreHow can we reconcile Revelation’s order to “Come out of Babylon” with Jesus’ example of mingling?
Q: In the book of Revelation it says, “Come out of Babylon.” But Jesus showed us that we should mingle with people. How can we understand these two directions: to come out of Babylon and to mingle with people? — Mr. Khup, from Myanmar A: In Revelation 18 we read about an angel “coming down…
Read MoreWould you officiate my wedding?
Q: Would you officiate my wedding? I’d really appreciate it. — Amir, from an undisclosed country A: Amir, first of all, I’d like to congratulate you on your upcoming marriage! Marriage comes from God Himself and is one of just two institutions that He gave in the Garden of Eden — the other being the…
Read MoreCan you send me the Seventh-day Adventist fundamental beliefs?
Q: Can you send me the Seventh-day Adventist fundamental beliefs? — Amir, from an undisclosed country You may download a PDF copy of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s 28 Fundamental Beliefs here.
Read MoreWill the door of mercy be closed on Nov. 28?
Q: Here in the Solomon Islands it has been spread around that the door of mercy will be closed on Nov. 28, 2016. Is this true? — Dex, from the Solomon Islands Q: I’m curious — at this very moment, does Jesus know the hour of His return? — Jobby, from Papua New Guinea A:…
Read MoreWhat should we do with members who opt for homosexuality?
Q: I’ve heard about an organized group of Adventists and ex-Adventists whose members are gay. Some participate in the church but are afraid of being expelled or ridiculed if they expose their sexual choices. What is your view on homosexuality, a much discussed topic in the church and outside of it? And what should we…
Read MoreShould women preach?
Q: We recently learned about Total Member Involvement through an interview you did with Pastor Duane McKey. The success spoken about was wonderful, and it seemed a very good idea. However, there was an aspect that troubled me — women were being used as preachers. Mrs. McKey and your wife, Nancy. spoke of their preaching…
Read MoreIs it normal to take a step back in fear about end-time crises?
Q: Is it OK to fear that this spiritual warfare will reach new heights as I progress in faith and that it will greatly affect my family and loved ones if I decide to take up the cross and start spreading the three angels’ messages? I have this deep sense of doom looming above me.…
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