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00:54 Why would God create a temptation in the Garden of Eden for Adam and Eve to Sin? 12:32 Is it ever okay for Christians to lie? 19:58 What is our responsibility to encourage others to get out and vote especially when they say God is sovereign? 23:08 Should Christians who are infertile not try at all to get pregnant? 27:31 Do you believe in predestination to the degree that we have no say in our salvation? 33:44 What role should creeds play in a Christians life? 38:02 How do I respond to a Christian that says they don’t need to get water baptized? 42:37 What does “shake off the dust from your feet” mean today regarding our evangelism? 45:57 Because Jude quotes Enoch, should be study the Book of Enoch? 52:44 What does Luke mean at the end of the parable of the persistent widow that when the Son of Man comes will he find faith on the earth?

00:37 If Jesus was the once for all sacrifice, why is there a temple with sacrifices in the Millennial Kingdom? 4:44 Am I disrespecting God when I hear people using the Lord’s name in vain and don’t say anything? 8:32 How should Christians deal with another Christian who is enraptured by conspiracy theories? 12:26 What is the intermediate state and what happens to Christians during that time? 21:41 How do I encourage friends who aren’t pursuing Christ like the Bible says? 27:01 Should Alcoholics Anonymous have Christians identify as Alcoholics in what they make them say about themselves? 28:37 Does the Bible have all the instructions for disciplining a child or do we also need experts? 35:43 How should young Christians go about dating in a godly manner? 38:58 How should Christians handle swearing an oath in court? 42:19 Is there any strong evidence for old earth creationism? 49:35 At what point do we reconcile those who have hurt us versus protecting ourselves? 53:39 What are your thoughts on surrogacy?

1:02 Does God answer prayers of unbelievers? 7:30 Was it a sin for Hezekiah to build the tunnel to bring water to Jerusalem? 13:15 Can people in heaven see us down here on earth? 18:08 If someone says they are a Christian but you see selfish ambition in them according to Galatians 5 will they inherit the Kingdom of God? 23:58 Does Covenant Theology and Dispensational Theology have clashing theologies? 40:12 Where do you think we are in the eschatological timeline? 46:53 Is it useful to have my unbelieving kids pray out loud with us? 49:36 Could some mental health problems be attributed to a separation from God? 55:53 Is anger a sign that I’m not saved?

We must realize that the providential pains God allows in our lives are sent to build our endurance which is intended to make us mature and useful for every good work.

We must choose to rejoice as we learn to see God’s providential hand in the seasons of our lives we never would have chosen for ourselves.

The choices we make today can shape the direction of our lives for years to come. In this message, Pastor Mike Fabarez draws from Proverbs to show how biblical wisdom helps us evaluate our options, seek godly counsel, and make thoughtful decisions that reflect God’s priorities.

The choices we make today can shape the direction of our lives for years to come. In this message, Pastor Mike Fabarez draws from Proverbs to show how biblical wisdom helps us evaluate our options, seek godly counsel, and make thoughtful decisions that reflect God’s priorities.

Money can be a useful tool, but it can also become a dangerous source of temptation and misplaced trust. In this message, Pastor Mike Fabarez draws from Proverbs to show how biblical wisdom shapes the way we earn, spend, save, and give, helping us honor God with the resources he has entrusted to us.

Conflict is unavoidable, but how we respond to it reveals whether we are acting wisely or foolishly. In this message, Pastor Mike Fabarez draws from Proverbs to show how wisdom helps us avoid unnecessary conflict, respond carefully to offenses, and pursue peace in a way that honors God.

Our words have the power to help or harm, encourage or discourage, and reveal what is happening in our hearts. In this message, Pastor Mike Fabarez examines the wisdom of our words, showing from Proverbs how thoughtful, truthful, and timely speech can honor God and strengthen the people around us.

Pride can quietly distort our judgment and lead us down a foolish path. In this message, Pastor Mike Fabarez explores the wisdom of humility, showing from Proverbs why we must see ourselves rightly, remain teachable, and resist the self-confidence that keeps us from depending on God.

Wisdom doesn’t begin with intelligence, education, or experience—it begins with a right view of God. In this message, Pastor Mike Fabarez explains what it truly means to fear the Lord and why a proper reverence for God is the essential foundation for making wise choices and living a life that honors him.

Because God draws near to the church that responds rightly to his correction, we must do everything a joyful church requires of us and pray for everything only God can supply to make it so.

We must realize that growing in Christ means learning not only to do what is right, but also to put right what has gone wrong in our lives and relationships.

We must all examine ourselves honestly and soberly to ensure that we are genuine, biblical, fruit-bearing Christians. It is entirely appropriate on occasion to seriously and soberly consider whether we are genuine Christians.