What’s Your Question?

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As a pastor, do you have any idea how many times I have wanted to say those three, small words?

Don’t ask me!

Of course, I say this tongue-in-cheek. Like all pastors, I’m paid “the big bucks” to know the answers to questions my people ask. Or, at least, I’m supposed to. But, not being omniscient, there are limits to my knowledge. Fortunately, I know One who has the answers to all the questions life can throw at us. I also have the accumulated resources of many years of ministry experience to help.

So, if you have a question about the Bible, or church practice, or theology and doctrine, why not ask me? Just ask! I’ll do my level best to provide an answer you can live with. No question is “dumb,” or too difficult. Maybe, if I’m stumped (which happens more often than not!) we can find an answer, together, with the help of the many fine folks who frequent Mike’s Place.

There are two ways to ask your question. First, you can just click on the Comments link and ask! Or, if you prefer a little more anonymity, e-mail me:

mike@witzend.info

And, Lord willing, I’ll post the answer here.

Are you ready? Got a question? Don’t ask me! We’ll ask God.

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6 Responses to “What’s Your Question?”

Rachel Says:
December 3, 2008 at 5:30 pm | Reply
What a great idea this website is. Good luck with it, Mike.

My question for you is about the fourth commandment. Is the Sabbath and Sunday one and the same day? Has Sunday replaced the Sabbath? Are Christians supposed to view Sunday as the Sabbath?

Thanks!
Dr. Mike Says:
December 3, 2008 at 6:42 pm | Reply
Hi Rachel

Thanks for the question. This one may take a while, so be patient, but do check back in a day or two. I’ll post an answer on the main page.
Nadine Says:
December 3, 2008 at 7:45 pm | Reply
Hi Mike. You KNOW I have questions so here’s the first one. Could you explain the “violence” issue in Matt. 11:12 — esp. in the context of application to today’s Christian?

Thanks!
Anon. Says:
January 8, 2009 at 8:25 pm | Reply
Where did God come from?
Anonymous Says:
January 11, 2009 at 3:56 am | Reply
Mike,

I heard an interesting sermon that other day on the radio. In it, the preacher was explaining that 2 Cor. 2:11 is an often ignored verse in a portion of scripture where Paul is talking about forgiving the repentant brother. The NIV says “in order that Satan might not outwit us”, the KJV “lest Satan should not take advantage of us”, the New Living T. “so that Satan will not outsmart us”. The preacher said that as Christians we forget that we were born in sin and that Satan has his greatest power over our mind and that without the Holy Spirit, we are without defense, so to speak. I would like to get your comments on this. I understand that our minds are influenced by our sinful nature since Adam’s fall. Satan does not have direct influence over our minds, correct? And why do you think Paul put that statement in directly after talking about forgiving our brothers?

Thanks.
Anonymous Says:
March 17, 2009 at 7:17 pm | Reply
2 Tim. 2:14-15 says Keep reminding them of these things. Warn them before God against quarreling about words; it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. NIV

Would you mind addressing a few issues related to this verse? Is it only meant for pastors? What does he mean exactly by “handling” the word of truth? I know the KJV says “rightly dividing” the word of truth. I think this speaks to context and proper study habits with respect to the Bible but would you say that it is sin to mishandle the word of truth?

Thanks,
Anon

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