Question: What is the biblical stance on term limits for consistory members (Elders and Deacons)? Answer: The Bible gives us definite qualifications for officebearers in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. It highlights a man’s godliness rather than his gifts. When those qualities are recognized by the church a man may be called to serve…
Question: Should I date someone who isn’t a Christian if they are asking me for help with getting a personal relationship with God and seem to have a desire to know God? Answer: No. There are questions we can answer ‘yes’ or ’no’ because at times the Bible gives very clear answers. We read in…
The Question: “Why does it seem like the Bible condones slavery? For example Paul told slaves to returns to their masters when they had run away. Was it more of a cultural thing?” The Answer: Thanks for the question. I am glad you say that it seems like the Bible condones slavery. In answering a…
You have asked: “What should I do if a parent of one of my church friends has anger management problems that are fuelling my friend’s depression and feelings of self-loathing? Is this a problem that I should bring to an elder or pastor of my congregation or is this a family issue I should stay…
Question: “After listening to one of my close friends’ conversations for some time now, I believe that he is a porn viewer. It comes out in some of his conversations and more especially his jokes. I have rebuked him for talking like this, but I feel as if there is something a lot more going…
Question Why do Reformed churches speak so little on the spiritual gifts, such as speaking in tongues and prophecy? If we take the rest of the Bible literally and practically why do we dismiss 1 Corinthians 14, such as verse 39? Answer Do extraordinary gifts (such as tongue speaking) continue after the apostolic period?…