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Is there a contradiction in Acts 8:12-17? (Simon the Sorcerer)

Is there a contradiction in Acts 8:12-17 about salvation doctrine? What about Simon the Sorcerer? How should we understand this passage?

Easter Videos

Maundy Thursday until Easter Sunday Hope of Easter Preparing the Way What If We Skipped Easter? Three Days Later Easter Prophesies Remember, Repent, Return Prepare for Lent Prepare Your Heart for Easter Save Us, We Pray More articles about the season of Lent, Holy...

Suicide Article Response-A Testimony of Faith

A Testimony from Heaven; A Legacy of Hope Below is a testimony we received in response to my recent suicide article titled, Is Suicide an Unforgivable Sin? that was featured in last week’s Got Questions? column. A mother wrote to tell us of her son’s tragic death,...

What about magic, witches and fairies in children’s books and movies?

By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus Q. I am the mother of 2 young children and I find that everywhere I turn, they are being inundated with magic, witches, fairies, etc., even in otherwise innocent children's stories. I know the Bible is very clear that we...

What Does the Bible Say About Alcohol?

This question is asked often. Is it okay to drink in moderation? We first answered it in September of 2014, but have addressed it several times since then. Find out: what does the Bible say about alcohol?

Is SUICIDE an Unforgivable Sin?

Is suicide an unforgivable sin? Where is comfort in such a tragedy? God’s Word offers ways to cope when a loved one has taken their own life.

Old Fashioned trumps Fifty Shades of Grey

By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus On February 12th I wrote an article calling your attention to the two movies that were being released for Valentine’s Day Weekend — Fifty Shades of Grey, a totally anti-biblical message of lust and sexual sin, and Old...

Can Jews go to Heaven without knowing Jesus?

Can Jews go to Heaven because of faith in the God of Abraham? As Christians, do we need to tell Jews about Jesus? What does the Bible tell us?

What is glory?

By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus Q. We read about the glory of God and also that one day we will go to glory. How much do we know about “glory?” The question, "what is glory?" can be simply answered in one word—more accurately, with one name...Jesus! Jesus...

Iwo Jima, Moses and US

By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus February 19, 2015 marks the 70th anniversary of the beginning of the Battle of Iwo Jima—one of the bloodiest battles during World War II. The battle began on February 19 and ended when American forces captured the Island on...

Fifty Shades of Grey? A Christian Alternative

By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus The movie, "Fifty Shades of Grey," based on the book by the same title, releases this weekend. While I know very little about the book, I know enough to say, it is not appropriate reading for any Christian and therefore the...

How Should I Understand Predestination?

Predestination is God’s work, not ours. What is predestination and what should we understand about God’s work in predestination?

Are we a soul? Or do we have a soul?

C. S. Lewis is often quoted as having said, “You don’t have a soul. You are a soul; you have a body,” however, this saying is not found in his writings.

What Crowns will Believers Receive?

Crowns are promised in the Bible. What crowns will believers receive? When, where and how will we receive these crowns? Read about the crowns….

What is the unpardonable (unforgivable) sin? What if I commit it?

Jesus spoke of a sin that would not be pardoned. What is it? Have you committed it? What about your friends? What is the unpardonable sin?

Alone at Christmas? Feeling lonely?

Are you alone at Christmas. Or feeling lonely? What can you do?

What are the various types of prayer? How should I pray?

There are various types of prayer. Understanding them will enrich your prayer life. How should we pray? Jesus tells us. Quotes from fathers in the faith.

Does the resurrection of Lazarus contradict Hebrews 9:27?

While it does seem that the resurrection of Lazarus is a contradiction to the verse in Hebrews 9:27, it is not. Learn to explain this apparent contraction.

Is it Okay for a Christian to be Cremated

Is it okay for a Christian to be cremated? What does the Bible say?

What is Sweeter Than Halloween Candy?

There’s something much sweeter than the candy of Halloween. Don’t miss the other, more significant, meaning of this day.

Do our pets go to Heaven when they die?

Do our pets go to heaven? We all love our pets and we hope that they will live on when they die. But do they?

In addition to Yahweh (YHVH), Yeshua and Jesus, what other names for God are in the Bible?

There are many names for God in the Bible. They help us to know Him better and they reveal His mighty works. Read the lists and find your favorite name….

Responses to “Is it a sin to drink alcohol?”

By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus Last week’s Got Question addressed, Is it a sin to drink alcohol? Our website “lit up” with visitors. It crashed several times with too much traffic, but fortunately recovered quickly. If you missed reading the article...

Confident Faith to FEAR NOT

By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus We all fear. It’s an emotion that grabs and grips us with a hold that is strong and controlling. Fear rises up in us when we find ourselves in dangerous situations, when we experience pain, evil, lack of control, persecution,...

Is Drinking Alcohol a Sin?

This question is asked often. Is it okay to drink in moderation? We first answered it in September of 2014, but have addressed it several times since then. Find out: what does the Bible say about alcohol?

Is the “darkened sun” (Acts 2:20) prophesy of the end times?

To understand the time of fulfillment of this prophesy, we must back up and read the entire passage that Peter quoted and the context regarding to whom and when Peter was speaking. Peter was preaching on the day of Pentecost. His words were preceded by the Lord’s...