Can we prove the truth of the Bible?
Q: I long to share my faith, but sometimes people say, “My religion is for me, and your religion is for you, so don’t try to convert me.” Others question the truth of the Bible…
What kind of music should we listen to in home and church?
Q: What kind of music should we have in church services, and what should we listen to outside of church? — Rajiv, from India A: Rajiv, it’s wonderful that you are thinking about what kind…
Do Adventists still believe in the 2,300-day prophecy?
Q: Do we as Adventists still believe in the 2,300-day prophecy? Could you also explain who is the “man of sin, the son of perdition” in 2 Thessalonians 2:3? — from Cy A: Dear Brother…
Are doctrines and Christ-centered teachings incompatible?
Q: Recently, a guest preacher came to our church. He focused heavily on emotions, instead of God’s Word. I realized how easily I could be swayed from my faith if I didn’t know what the…
Where does tithe go once it is given to my local church?
Q: Where does the tithe go once it is given to the local Adventist church? — G.R., from the United States A: The church treasurer sends all tithe to the local conference. From there, the…
Is it all right to cook unclean food for others?
Q: Can I cook unclean food for my parents if they ask me to, and is it okay for me to eat food that has been cooked in unclean pots? I’m a youth living with…
What is the real Hebrew name for Jesus?
Q: What is the real Hebrew name of our Savior, the Messiah? The name “Jesus” is not a Hebrew name. — Afam, from Nigeria A: You are right, Afam. Jesus is not a Hebrew name but the…
May I return tithe to other entities when I disagree with local leaders?
Q: Is it biblical to give tithe to another organization rather than to the church? I know that some do, but I keep thinking that I’m to follow the Bible instructions and our conference and…
Should Adventists practice circumcision?
Q: Our first baby is on the way and it’s a boy! What is our stand as a church on circumcision? What age should it be done? And how do I explain the spiritual aspect…
Is the little horn in Daniel 7 and 8 not necessarily the papacy?
Q: Recently I attended a Sabbath afternoon seminar on the book of Daniel where an Adventist theology professor said that the little horn described in Daniel 7 and 8 is not necessarily the papacy but…