Is Needing Help From A Food Pantry A Sin?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, “Psalm 37:25 says, “I have not seen the righteous forsaken or his descendants begging for bread.” I am in desperate straits, looking for work but with no job or income. If I go to a food pantry, would that be a form of begging bread? Would that place me as unrighteous, not necessarily unsaved, but in some way not in good standing with the Lord? Thanks for your thoughts.”
Does The Bible Describe Heaven?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, “What scriptures, if any, describe what Heaven is like? For example, will we be spirits, have homes, ect?”
Does Our Conscience Come From The Holy Spirit?
In this question, Dr. Betters answers this question, “Does our Conscience come from the Holy Spirit? If so, Why don’t we just follow our conscience? I have enjoyed your talks, that I found on YouTube.”
How Do We Know Jesus Existed?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "How do we know Jesus existed? I’m 15 years old and I’m somewhat new to Christianity but there’s something that has been holding me back…
Why Don't We See Miracles Today?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Dr. Betters As I read through word of God I find it very pleasing and hopeful. Although I'm curious as to why we do not see more miracles by those who walk with God …
What Version Of The Bible Is The Best To Read?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, “What’s your viewpoint on what version of the bible to read?”
How Can I Convince Someone They Too Can Be Saved?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "How do I convince my grandma that she too can be saved? She's on her last days here on Earth, but she believes that she's too sinful to be forgiven, and that God doesn't forgive people like her."
I Have Celiac Disease, Do Dietary Laws Still Apply To Me?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Dr. Betters, there are certain dietary laws, such as for Passover, when we are not to each leavened bread, but unleavened bread. My problem is that in April 2018 I was diagnosed with Celiac disease and cannot eat gluten, which includes all white flour and certain grains.
How Can I Save Those Who Do Not Want To Listen?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Hi Dr. Betters: sorry if my spelling is bad, I have a learning disability. I tried to talk to my family and my Husband who has been married twice about Jesus. They don’t want to hear about him…
Should We Care What Others Think Of Us?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "The Bible teaches us not to care about what other people think about you but we live in a world where we are “supposed to care”, I would even say, “have to care” such as with our boss, our spouse...how do you draw the line?"
How Can I Pursue Jesus When Everything Is Okay?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "I’ve watched a bunch of your videos and it breaks my heart to hear about all the pain and suffering people are dealing with. To be honest, right now I feel like my life is going really well, no major issues, no struggles, no problems but after watching your videos I realized that I am not really deepening my relationship with Christ because, well, “things are good”. I mean, people seem to need Jesus more when they are hurting but how do you need Him just as much when things are ok?"
Should We Seek Suffering?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Where we called as Christians to avoid suffering vs. move toward/into suffering for the sake of service or for being like Christ?"
Fight Our Sin Or Fight For Joy?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "I listen to a lot of different Pastor’s and I feel like there are basically 2 main themes that I hear….they are either preaching the Gospel through the lense that we need to be fighting against our sin or they are preaching to ultimately fight for finding joy in all things. One feels like a finger pointer and the other a cheerleader….your videos seem to be very direct, so which is it? Fight our sin or fight for joy?"
How Do I Make Good Decisions?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "I have a couple of big decisions in front of me. I have been praying about them for awhile seeking the Lord’s clarity and direction although I still do not feel at peace. Does that mean I’m making the wrong decision? Does that mean that both options are wrong? Should there always be peace about decisions before we make them?"
What is 'Predestination'?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "I have always struggled with understanding predestination and hoping you might be able to help me. I mean, if we are predestined and…
How do you know if you're living God’s plan?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "Jeremiah 29:11 - Everyone always says “God has a plan for you” but what does that really mean? I hear people say “they prayer and heard the Lord”, I pray, I read scriptures, I go to church but I don’t think I have ever “heard the Lord” - how do you decipher if you are really living God’s plan for you or if you are just convincing yourself that what you are doing is the Lord’s plan?"
Is it okay to pray for the suffering of our enemies? David does!
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Is it okay to pray for the suffering of our enemies? David does! But, Jesus says to pray for our enemies and those who persecute us? Why is the Bible not consistent here?"
Can one be saved and then choose to turn away from God?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "Is it "once saved always saved"? Or can one be saved and chose to turn away from God? Hebrews 6:4-6 says “It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit, who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the coming age and who have fallen away, to be brought back to repentance. To their loss they are crucifying the Son of God all over again and subjecting him to public disgrace. Land that drinks in the rain often falling on it and that produces a crop useful to those for whom it is farmed receives the blessing of God. But land that produces thorns and thistles is worthless and is in danger of being cursed. In the end it will be burned.”
Where does Job's strong faith come from?
In this episode, Dr. Betters answers the question, "One of your videos you mentioned that the book of Job was the first book of Scripture ever written. Since Job did not have other Old Testament books to refer to in times of crisis, where did his strong faith and unwavering confidence in God come from such that he was able to trust in the character of God no matter what happened to him?"
What does the Bible mean when it says my sufferings complete Christ’s?
In this episode Dr. Betters answers the question, "What does the bible mean when it says my sufferings completes Christ’s?"