One of the greatest joys and challenges we can face as Christians is when we are having deep meaningful discussions with our people who want to learn more about what we believe or new believers. It is during this discussions that we are asked questions that challenge us to look deeper into our faith. We must look beyond what we believe and ask why we believe it.
In 1 Peter 3:15 the Bible says, "but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence;"
This simple verse challenges us to to move deeper into the meat of what we believe rather than being content with the milk. To do this we must study and learn. We must spend time with God and God's people.
Over the years, I have had many people ask me questions about my faith and many of those people have been drawn to Christ Jesus as a result of those questions. Now I will say that when you are willing to answer people's questions you will come across the people who just want to see you fail and will ask questions in order to try and trap you so that they can mock you. That is the reason that we need gentleness and reverence in our approach.
What questions have you heard being asked? How did you respond?
Over the next couple of weeks I want to look at some of the questions that I have had to answer and I want to help you answer the questions you have or that people are asking you.
If you would like to join me in this journey please leave your questions in the comments of this blog and we will study and grow together.
John 14:6 "Jesus answered, 'I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'"
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