Question: Dr. Tony, for a long time, I haven’t been diligent about reading the Bible, but I want that to change. Where should I begin to read? Answer:The beautiful thing about your question is that it reveals hunger—hunger for God, hunger for truth, hunger for transformation. And here’s the good news: whenever you desire to[…]
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Question: Dr. Warrick, what is your take on alcohol consumption? Answer: Wine and intoxicating beverages have always carried a fascinating place within Scripture—used both in sacred celebration and, at times, in sobering warning. When viewed through a biblical lens, alcohol reveals a truth we often overlook: it is not the drink itself that determines sin[…]
Question: I keep encountering quotes from the Bible about Zion. What is Zion? What is Mount Zion? What is the biblical meaning of Zion? Answer: The word Zion is one of the most powerful and enduring terms in the entire Bible, appearing at least 165 times throughout Scripture. It carries layers of meaning—geographical, historical, and[…]
Question: Dr. Tony, I’m a new Christian, and I have many questions about Jesus. Some of the stuff I’m learning is difficult to understand and believe. Some of my questions are: was Jesus even real, or what was He like on earth? I heard He was a Jewish rabbi. Is that true? Who did Jesus[…]
Question: Dr. Tony, where is the Golden Rule found in the Bible? I know we’re supposed to live by it, but I want to be sure I know exactly what it says. Answer: The “Golden Rule” is one of the most well-known teachings of Jesus, though the exact phrase “Golden Rule” doesn’t appear in Scripture[…]
Question: I’ve tried to be holy by doing things I thought were good, like reading my Bible and praying. But then I heard you say that God does the work to make us holy. I wanted to cry because my efforts never seem enough. Dr. Tony, I’m confused about my responsibility in this relationship. Can[…]
Question: Our pastor recently said that every person has a unique calling from God, but I’ve never been able to discover what mine is. How can I know for sure? Answer:When it comes to discovering your God-given calling, you’re not alone, many believers wrestle with the same question. The beautiful truth is this: God has[…]
Question: My whole life, I have tried to be a good person in every way I can but the fear of what comes after death never leaves me. How can I be sure that my eternal destination is with God in heaven? Answer:Your question is one that echoes deep in the human heart. Scripture tells[…]
Question: Once I asked five Christians what a passage of Scripture means and I received five different opinions. How can I determine the truth? Answer:It’s a common experience, ask five believers about a Bible passage and you may get five different interpretations, each offered with sincerity and conviction. This doesn’t mean Scripture is unreliable; it[…]
Question: I know people who instruct me to “name it and claim it” when praying for something, believing that if I declare what I want, God will definitely give it to me. Is this really the key to answered prayer? Answer:The phrase “name it and claim it” sounds bold, confident, and even spiritual, but it’s[…]
