Ask Dr. Betters
Does Baptism Wash Away Our Sins Response
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Dr. Betters, I don't totally disagree with your answer to “Does Baptism wash away our sins?” but what about passages like Acts 2: 38. As well as others. or the Ethiopian eunuch who was baptized on the road by Stephen. I'm confused because it clearly says that they must be baptized. Thank you"
Why Do Christians Support Jews?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Why is it that Christians support Jews when they hate Jesus Christ? And I mean Jews that practice Judaism. Not just Jew by birth. The Jewish religion and its state of Israel are extreme evils that are going to harbor the anti-Christ when he comes. I don't understand why so many Christians support Jews."
"Are Those Outside The Catholic Faith Saved?"
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, “Can you answer a question for me? This is something I am conflicted about. I believe the Catholic faith is the one true faith. But they claim that, without exception, that no one outside the Catholic faith can be saved. Can this be so?”
Does Baptism Wash Away Our Sins?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "After our sins are washed away in baptism why do we all seem to be punished for sins we committed before coming to Christ? I traditionally tell people that what they are seeing isn't punishment it's actually part of suffering like what Paul went through after he done many of those same things to Christian's which was done to him. Jesus said come let me show you how much you must suffer. I tell them punishment for sin is hell nothing more nothing less. For sins after coming to faith in Christ we get chastening which hurts but again is not punishment or wrath. Am I correct or did I run in vain on that subject."
Is It A Sin To Worship From Home?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Dr. Betters I have a question. My husband I and were both baptized and believed in the bible and its teachings. We left our church due to much conflicts within the church and members adding in rules and teachings that the bible doesn't support, I want to go to church with my daughter and husband again. It's been so hard finding a church with our beliefs, so many churches don't teach or follow what the bible instructs. Husband is no longer interested in going to a church with us because he doesn't believe they have the right doctrine. What can I do to help us hold on to our Christian beliefs without having a church that teaches the same ways? Is it a sin not to worship at a gathering place even if we still do from home? Thank you."
I feel like the Church Is Alienating My Son!
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "You mention the rebellious son is left to the “loving care of the elders” in church discipline. Our son, 6th of 8 otherwise God-fearing adults, was living with a young woman (whom he has now married and has a son). He would not come before the church to repent, so he was excommunicated from fellowship with the church…
Difference Between Discipline From God And The Attack Of Satan
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "How can we tell the difference between the discipline of God and attack of the enemy? and how do we pray about each one? "
If I Have Not Been Baptized, Am I Saved?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, “Greg asked, If I have accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior, but I have not been baptized in water nor have I received any gifts of the Holy Spirit, am I truly saved?”
Is God punishing me?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, “Is God punishing me?”
Is It A Sin Not To Attend Sunday Services?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, “Is it a sin to not attend sunday services?”
Biblical Divorce and Remarriage - The Role Of The Church
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, “Good afternoon Doc. Good day to you Sir. I have a question about marriage, divorce, and remarriage. What is your take, and the bibles take on this subject? Especially remarriage.”
Is It Wrong To Just Go Through The Motions Of Worship?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "I attend a pretty contemporary style church. The sermons are wonderful and their worship time is like a concert but…”
How Do I As A Pastor Stay Positive In The Times Of Discouragement?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "I have been a pastor of a relatively small church for the past 20 years. I know my congregation pretty well. I hear the good, the bad and the ugly. I pour my heart and soul into preaching and counseling but after 20 years I am struggling…
What does the Bible say about single women in ministry?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the following question from Rhonda: "I have heard many people espouse Paul’s teachings about singleness and marriage. I am a single woman who has never married. I am not single by my own choice, but I do have a desire to be married. In serving in ministry, I have found that…
How can we learn to trust the Church again?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Church gossip has nearly destroyed our family. The timing of invented-stories and stretched-offenses has only intensified our losses, as we were deeply grieving the deaths of nearly a dozen precious people in our lives...