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Please Note: Ask A Question is on hiatus (as of June 25, 2010) while we get caught up on projects and work on affiliated ministries. I'll work to get the backlog of 11 waiting questions answered between now and October.

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Dude, do you really believe the Bible is true?  starstarstarstarstar
Yes, I believe the Bible is true history in which God reveals Himself to the human race. It has been my experience that most people who do not believe ...

What is your answer to Ken Silva?  starstarstarstarstar
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Brother Ken Silva over at Apprising Ministries performs an important and much needed service by pointing out false teaching ...

Did Jesus define marriage as only between a man and a woman?  starstarstarstarstar
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Recently Ken Silva of Apprising Ministries used the "Jesus said it ain't okay" argument from Matthew 19:3-7. Here ...

Are there any same sex couples in ancient history?  starstarstarstarstar
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Thanks for such an interesting question. Same sex activity is mentioned in ancient writings as far back as 4000 years ...

I have never heard of this teaching at all.  starstarstarstarstar
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This email conversation with Lisa, who is shocked by this website, began here and continues below.

Lisa writes: Hi ...

I came across this website by accident and am shocked...  starstarstarstarstar
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I offer this email exchange because it is typical of the hundreds of emails I get from Christians who take me to task ...

Why would a preacher constantly make anti-gay remarks?  starstarstarstarstar
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The situation you describe troubles many Christians these days. Some preachers appear to be obsessed with homosexuals ...

Since gay couples cannot legally marry, is sex in a committed relationship sin?  starstarstarstarstar
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No, two people of the same sex in committed relationship are not committing sin when they have sex with each other. Some ...

Does Isaiah 56:4-5 speak of born eunuchs and/or gay people?  starstarstarstarstar
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What an intriguing question! My answer is Yes, because I understand Isaiah 56:4-5 to be referring to all three classes ...

If you're a gay Christian, does God still love you?  starstarstarstarstar
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Yes, God absolutely, positively DOES love gay and lesbian Christians. God also loves transexual and bisexual Christians....

Is being gay or lesbian a gift from God?  starstarstarstarstar
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That's an interesting question. No, I do not view being gay or lesbian as a gift from God in the sense of being a spiritual ...

Get your point across without deceit. God hates liers, too.  starstarstarstarstar
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Thanks for emailing me with your concerns. Its always interesting to read emails from readers. Your first email from Australia,...

Does 1 Cor 6:9 mean I can't be gay AND Christian?  starstarstarstarstar
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Thanks for the interesting question. Many modern Christians have embraced false teaching about 1 Corinthians 6:9. They ...

Did the Holy Spirit really speak to you as it says in your Coming Out story?  starstarstarstarstar
Rick Brentlinger Answers - That's a very good question. When I describe my Coming Out and the experience of praying for God's guidance as I studied ...

How can we build bridges of trust with non-gay Christians?  starstarstarstarstar
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Achieving rapprochment (establishing friendship and trust) with anti-gay Christians can be a frustrating effort. When ...

How can you convince people that the Bible has errors?  starstarstarstarstar
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If I understand your question correctly, you are asking, How can we convince people that the Bible has errors and God ...

God saves gays but do you think He wants them to stay gay?  starstarstarstarstar
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God delights in saving gays and everyone else who repents of sin and trusts Jesus Christ alone for salvation.

Nothing ...

Does the Bible say anything about Lone Ranger Christians?  starstarstarstarstar
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Everyone loves the rugged individualism of the Lone Ranger. Spiritual Lone Rangers are becoming common today, especially ...

What advice do you have for a Mormon who is heterosexually married and struggling with gay feelings?  starstarstarstarstar
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Thank you for sharing your story with such honesty. Go directly to Moremanlee's story. The only way I can answer is ...

Gay marriages can't produce children so case closed, right?  starstarstarstarstar
Rick Brentlinger Answers - That's a very interesting question. Let's look at it from a scriptural viewpoint.

Does the Bible forbid barren women ...

Isn't it all about sex for you gays and lesbians?  starstarstarstarstar
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No, its not all about sex. You have a very shallow idea about what gay and lesbian partnerships are all about. Being gay ...

Why didn't David kill King Saul when he had the opportunity?  starstarstarstarstar
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"Instead David only cut off a piece of clothing from Saul's robe. Why did Saul go so ...

Is there any evidence of an actual gay marriage in the bible?  starstarstarstarstar
Rick Brentlinger Answers - To answer your question, we first have to describe marriage in the Bible. A marriage in the Old Testament was not authorized ...

A Life of Frustration  starstarstarstarstar
"Hi. I need help because I don't see any way out.

I remember that from the age of 9 or 10 years old, when my friends starting talking about girls, I ...

Can you suggest reliable, sound Bible commentaries which are not anti-gay?  starstarstarstarstar
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Most modern Bible commentaries tend to be anti-gay when dealing with the clobber passages and marriage. Those which are ...

What does the Bible say about masturbation and mutual masturbation?  starstarstarstarstar
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Ray writes: "I grew up in the Catholic Church and was told that masturbation is a sin... I have researched... and discovered ...

If you could go back to Biblical times, where would you go and why?  starstarstarstarstar
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I would go back to the time of Jonathan and David, around 1000 BC. I have always been fascinated by Israel as she transitioned ...

Why has God allowed His word to be so misinterpreted regarding homosexuality?  starstarstarstarstar
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We are human beings who serve the God of truth. In fact, our God IS the Truth, John 14:6. Yet God's people frequently get ...

Where can I get some good gospel tracts to pass out?  starstarstarstarstar
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- LivingWaters.com has a way cool, trillion dollar bill gospel tract with President Obama's picture in color.


The ...

Does the Bible say that Jesus spent three days and three nights in hell (sheol or hades)?  starstarstarstarstar
Rick Brentlinger Answers - As I understand it, Jesus DID go to hell for a brief period of time, according to Acts 2:31 (Peter is quoting Psalm 16:8-...

How can Jesus be the Son of David when he's not Joseph's biological son?  starstarstarstarstar

We know for a fact that Jesus is not Joseph's biological son, Luke 3:23, but we cannot overlook the possibility that Joseph and Jesus were still blood ...

How can I tell if I'm gay or bisexual?  starstarstarstarstar
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You've asked a good question. I'll do my best to give a thoughtful answer with the hope that other readers will also provide ...

How can I be African American, a woman and lesbian at church?  starstarstarstarstar
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That's a wonderful question. I hope our readers will add their wisdom and suggestions to this page. I've invited my ...

Are mainline evangelicals becoming more open to homosexual Christians?  starstarstarstarstar
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Thanks Philip, for the interesting question. The move toward accepting gay Christians as part of the body of Christ is ...

What study Bibles do you recommend?  starstarstarstar
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Study Bibles are quite helpful because they provide context, explanation and historical info on difficult verses. The ...

How can a gay man in Ghana, West Africa, find friends and possibly a partner?  starstarstarstar
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Thanks for the good question Philip. Building close friendships is an important part of building a successful life.

You ...

What Bible are you using to defend your gay Christian position?  starstarstarstar
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Christians around the world, gay or non-gay, use many different versions of the Bible. I believe the King James Version ...

How could a good God
allow evil in the world?
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Rick Brentlinger Answers This question implies that God is being mean, hateful and unfair by allowing evil in the world. This is not the situation at ...

Is gay marriage scriptural?  starstarstarstar

Yes, gay marriage does fall within the range of what can reasonably be called scriptural. Let's see if we can lay out the reasoning. "But from the ...

How can anyone believe God authorized genocide?  starstarstarstar
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Thanks for such an interesting question. My answer is that God did not authorize genocide. Genocide is a recent word coined ...

Does December 21, 2012 and the Mayan Calendar have anything to do with the Christian Rapture?  starstarstarstar
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Thanks for the good question Bill. Using the Mayan Calendar to date the Rapture is, in my opinion, an exercise in futility....

If we know that homosexuality is sin, shouldn't we speak the truth?  starstarstarstar
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Your question is based on a false premise, that according to the Bible, homosexuality is sin. You claim to know that homosexuality ...

Was Jesus a member of the first century religious group called Nazarenes?  starstarstar
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No, Jesus was not a member of the Nazorean or Nazarene sect. We could refer to Jesus as a Nazarene because at one time ...

What does God really say about gay relationships?  starstarstar
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Dominique wrote: "So many people have told me that I will go straight to hell because I am gay and in a relationship ...

Did God intend men or women to have committed same sex marriage partnerships?  starstarstar
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That's a very interesting question. First, God certainly knew that committed, same sex marriage partnerships would be part ...

What does Galatians 5:19 mean?  starstarstar
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"Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness," -Galatians ...

Can you recommend a good one volume Bible commentary?  Not rated yet
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That's an excellent question. I applaud your interest in learning and studying the Bible. Here are six one volume Bible ...

How do I find a good gay affirming church?  Not rated yet
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Finding a good Bible-believing church which welcomes gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people is not easy. As gay ...

Are gay relationships always outside God's created order?  Not rated yet

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I received several rather long communications from a conservative preacher kindly pointing out that since gay couples ...

Saved from what exactly?  Not rated yet
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Great question and I'm happy for the opportunity to answer. Everyone born on earth is born with great opportunities and ...

Does Matthew 19 refer to one's spirit being married to Christ?  Not rated yet
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When I approach Matthew 19, I read the text literally, taking it at face value instead of spiritualizing it. When events ...

Isn't the Bible pretty clear that gay marriage is wrong?  Not rated yet
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I think you've asked a fair question which deserves an unequivocal response. The answer is NO, to be perfectly honest,...

Isn't cussing a bad habit?  Not rated yet
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Yes, cussing is bad and is often a habit. While working my way through college, I had a boss and a co-worker who had world-...

What does the Bible say about church discipline?  Not rated yet
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Thanks for asking such a good question. What your church did is called "church discipline." When properly administered ...

Could King David have been bisexual instead of gay?  Not rated yet
I believe it is entirely possible that King David and Crown Prince Jonathan were bisexual instead of gay. Both men married women and both fathered children ...

How can a married transgender M2F honor God?  Not rated yet
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Thank you for writing to me. I will try to be helpful but as you know, I don't have any magic answers which will make ...

What did Paul mean when he used the Greek word arsenokoitai?  Not rated yet
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The apostle Paul received an exceptional education through private tutors including Gamaliel, the leading Jewish teacher ...

Can bisexuals have a wife and a husband at the same time?  Not rated yet
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Your question touches on the issue of Christian discipleship - obeying God even when obedience is difficult. While you ...

Are you misquoting scripture about Jonathan and David?  Not rated yet
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Thanks Beau, for asking some good questions. I'm happy to provide answers which are faithful to Biblical truth.
"“And ...

How can I know for sure I am saved?  Not rated yet
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Knowing for sure that we are saved depends on what we're trusting for salvation. If we're trusting a church or our church ...

Did the scribes and Pharisees know that Jesus was their Messiah?  Not rated yet
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Thanks for asking such an interesting question. I do not agree that it is implicit in the gospels that the scribes and ...

Are gay rights analogous to beastiality rights?  Not rated yet
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This is a common question which even a modest amount of clear thinking will demonstrate to be completely off the mark....

Did people in ancient times celebrate the Saturday sabbath?  Not rated yet
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Thanks for asking such an interesting question. The answer is, in ancient times Jewish people celebrated Shabbat, the ...

How do gays fit into sex roles and gay parenthood?  Not rated yet
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You've asked an interesting question that can be answered in many ways. Readers are invited to provide your own answers,...

How can I reconcile homosexuality and my desire to be right with God?  Not rated yet
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In your original question, I believe you make several incorrect assumptions. First, you say "I know God is not pleased"...

Is Jesus God or the Son of God?  Not rated yet
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That's a great question! Jesus IS God in the flesh AND He is also the eternal Son of God. This belief is based on the ...

How can one be gay and Christian?  Not rated yet
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You've asked a question many people ask. There is no short answer except to say that what is commonly taught, that when ...

Why use photos of tin foil hats on the beastiality page?  Not rated yet
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Thanks for your question. I used photos of people wearing tin foil hats to make fun of the goofy arguments many people ...

Are there any Biblical apostles today?  Not rated yet
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In my opinion, No, there are no apostles today in the sense of men who fill the scriptural office and possess the spiritual ...

When is it appropriate for a same sex couple to begin a sexual relationship?  Not rated yet
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A sexual relationship is appropriate when two people are in committed relationship before God and their community.

I ...

What advice can you give two guys just starting a new relationship?  Not rated yet
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Here is the advice I wrote to a friend who was enjoying the wonderful beginnings of a new relationship. I hope something ...

What about John 1:1?  Not rated yet
John 1:1 has been attacked as much as any verse in the Bible because some people hate the scriptural truth that Jesus is God in the flesh, 1 Timothy 3:...

Why is the Bible not explicit about David and Jonathan?  Not rated yet
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Jump to Thomas' original question. Thanks for asking a question that has intrigued believers for hundreds of years. The ...

Why does the prison population have a higher percentage of homosexuals?  Not rated yet
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That's a good question. Jump to Thomas' original question. The short answer is that engaging in homosexual acts doesn'...

Do you condone beastiality?  Not rated yet
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You've asked a interesting question and made some false accusations. Jump to Thomas' original question.

No, we do ...

Did Jesus say anything about same sex lovers being sin?  Not rated yet
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You've asked some interesting questions. Jump to Dawn's original questions.

Its perfectly natural for some women ...

How can I get my mother to accept that me being gay is not a sin?  Not rated yet
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I know how frustrating it can be, trying to explain to your parents that being gay is not the sin they think it is. Many ...

How did you decide that the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8 was homosexual?  Not rated yet
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I appreciate your good question. After the Ethiopian eunuch expressed believing faith in Jesus Christ, Philip did not ...

What are practical ways to change the anti-gay bias of evangelical Christians?  Not rated yet
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Here are some suggestions for action.
Start a blog or website to advocate your views. Blogger and Wordpress are free....

If I become a Christian, will I be a hypocrite for still loving my gay friends?  Not rated yet
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Thanks for asking such a timely question. I'm glad to know you are interested in becoming a Christian. Getting saved ...

Is it possible to change from homosexual to heterosexual?  Not rated yet
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You've asked a very important question. My answer is: No, people do ...

How do you answer the verse that says homosexuals will not go to heaven?  Not rated yet
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Thanks for the good question. The verse that is alleged to say, 'homosexuals will not go to heaven' is 1 Cor 6:9.
"Do ...

Why is it biblically wrong for a heterosexually married gay person to have a gay relationship outside of marriage?  Not rated yet
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You've asked an interesting question. We know that polygamy, a man having ...

Is John 4:46-53 the same story as the centurion and pais in Matthew 8 and Luke 7?  Not rated yet
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That's an intriguing question. There are similarities which on the surface, cause us to wonder if the Bible is describing ...

Why do I feel like coming out would be the end of the world?  Not rated yet
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Great question! Coming out can be a scary thing because you don't know how people you care about will react. And sometimes ...

How can you say that the Sodom story in Genesis 19 is about lack of hospitality?  Not rated yet
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Many Christians think of inhospitality as a minor breach of social etiquette, similar to not having clean towels in the ...

How do you interpret Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13, man should not lay with man?  Not rated yet
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Leviticus 18:22 was given to the children of Israel, in the cultural, historical and religious context of Lev 18:3, 21 ...

How can you reconcile being gay with what the Bible says?  Not rated yet
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It is not possible to give you a three sentence answer to such an excellent question. I encourage you to click on the ...

How do you know if you're homosexual?  Not rated yet
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Our wonderful God created us as complex beings who need emotional, physical and spiritual companionship to thrive. Answering ...

How do I answer verses which seem to condemn gays?  Not rated yet
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The clobber passages are often used like a weapon against gays and lesbians. The clobber verses most often quoted to "prove"...

If David and Jonathan were gay, why were they not put to death?  Not rated yet
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Thaanks for such a great question about David and Jonathan. When people read the Old Testament, they tend to read into ...

What is your honest opinion on the Illuminati conspiracy?  Not rated yet
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I became aware of the Illuminati and other alleged conspiracies in 1967 when I read Rose L. Martin's interesting book,...

When did the Jews make the Exodus from Egypt?  Not rated yet
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Moses led Israel out of Egypt around 1445 BC. We arrive at that answer based on two important verses of scripture, Judges ...

Why are some people homosexual?  Not rated yet
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Homosexuality is a normal condition for about 5% of the human population. Scientists and theologians still disagree over ...

Isn't it true that God hates fags?  Not rated yet
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Sounds like you've been hanging around Fred Phelps and his strange family. No, the Bible never says that God hates fags,...

How do I know if me and my boyfriend have been joined by God?  Not rated yet
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That's an excellent question Dominique. The Bible tells us: “examine yourselves whether you are in the faith." 2 Corinthians ...

Can you give some practical advice about gay relationships?  Not rated yet
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Here's a list I found several years ago, which I've revised for use here. In successful relationships, the gay or lesbian ...

Why and how was the Bible mistranslated?  Not rated yet
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The King James Bible is, in my opinion, the most accurate and the most gay friendly Bible in the English language.

It ...

Did David have wives before or after his partnership with Jonathan?  Not rated yet
Rick Brentlinger Answers - Excellent question Bonita! The Bible shows David and Jonathan meeting when David was a teenager, approximately 15 years to ...

Does the Bible say anything about gays and lesbians?  Not rated yet
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There are some verses known as the clobber passages, which are alleged to mention and condemn gays and lesbians. You can ...

What is the mark of the beast?  Not rated yet
Rick Brentlinger Answers - "And I stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a beast rise up out of the sea , having seven heads and ten horns, and ...

Do bisexuals go to heaven?  Not rated yet
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Yes, every bisexual who trusts Jesus Christ alone for salvation will go to heaven. God loves bisexuals as much as He loves ...

Does becoming a Christian make you heterosexual?  Not rated yet
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No, becoming a Christian does not make gays into straights or homosexuals into heterosexuals. When God saves us, He doesn'...

What can I do when my heart is torn between a man and a woman?  Not rated yet
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Ashley wrote: "I'm a Christian and I'm trying so hard to be straight but I can't find passion with a man and I can't find ...

Does the Bible say anything about watching gay sex online?  Not rated yet
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Our conduct as Christians is supposed to glorify God and be pleasing in His sight. Often we fall short of living up to ...

Is Jesus describing gays in Matthew 19:12?   Not rated yet
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Yes, I do believe Matthew 19:12 describes gays.

That is even the view of some very anti-gay Christians like Dr. Robert ...

What are some hints to know if I'm gay?   Not rated yet
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Victoria's comments are bold and Sparrow's answers follow.

“I'm only 14, and this is when you're supposed to figure out ...

Are the words of Jesus in Matthew, Mark and Luke more important than the decision of the apostles in Acts 15?  Not rated yet
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Jesus was the Word in human flesh - "In the begining was the Word , and the Word was with God, and the Word ...

What about bisexuals and stepping out of a heterosexual marriage for male sex on the side?  Not rated yet
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Recently I received these questions from two married men who, though married, also struggle with same sex attraction. Both ...

What do you think about civil unions?  Not rated yet
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I strongly support same sex civil unions AND gay marriage rights. Current marriage traditions of western civilization are ...

Can I love gays and lesbians and still view their lifestyle as sinful?  Not rated yet
Rick Brentlinger Answers - Recently a non-gay Christian asked me that question. Here is my answer. Your Comments welcome.

To answer your question,...

What is the purpose of committed gay relationships?  Not rated yet
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In the Bible, the primary purpose for marriage (what some gays and lesbians call a committed faithful partnership) is ...

Can you help us find a church for our son who is gay?  Not rated yet
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This is an email I received recently asking for help in locating a gay-friendly church.

"My 18 year old son, who ...

Can you please show in scripture where God accepts a loving, committed gay relationship?  Not rated yet
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Concerned Christian also said:

"I have found passages were God encourages marriage between a man and woman, and he ...

Is there a good website where someone can find a local church that is gay friendly?  Not rated yet
Great question. Yes, there are a number of websites which provide information about gay and lesbian churches, gay friendly churches, gay affirming churches ...

Is the Pre-Trib Rapture of the Church sound Bible doctrine?  Not rated yet
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I received some questions recently, which I will answer with a brief overview of the Pre-Tribulation Rapture plus Links ...

What is your opinion about beastiality?  Not rated yet
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Like all normal human beings, I am absolutely against beastiality.

Beastiality = a human being having sex with ...

I'm a gay Christian and I have some questions.  Not rated yet
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Jay writes: "I used to read all these anti-gay Bible verses and feel guilty and shameful. However, thanks to your website,...

Why didn't God make homosexuals with the ability to reproduce?  Not rated yet
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That's an interesting question but it seems to assume several things that are not true.

First, your question assumes ...

Are there any scriptures in the Bible which validate the existence of humans or other forms of intelligent life on other planets?  Not rated yet
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"I had a conversation the other day with a Christian friend about God's creation. He pointed ...

How can a person be a Christian and gay at the same time?  Not rated yet
Cristino writes:

"I was in the gay lifestyle for more than half of my life until I came to know Christ as my God and Saviour.

I repented of all ...

Are nocturnal emissions or wet dreams normal or sinful?  Not rated yet
Rick Brentlinger Answers - "If any man among you becomes unclean because of a nocturnal emission , then he shall go outside the camp. He shall not ...

What does it mean to believe in Jesus?  Not rated yet
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Excellent question Sajal. Many people have no idea how to believe in Jesus to get saved. The Bible says, "Believe on ...

How can I be a witness for Jesus Christ and salvation?  Not rated yet
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Jesus was God in human flesh. He claimed to be God and the Jews to whom He preached understood that He claimed to be ...

How could David have a romantic, sexual partnership with Jonathan when it is written that he had wives/children and even committed adultery with Bathseba?  Not rated yet
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Great question Cyril. Many gay men and lesbian women have biological children. Entering a heterosexual marriage and having ...

Are gay Christian views about homosexuality special revelation for these latter days?  Not rated yet
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The gay Christian view of homosexuality is based on the historical understanding written down by Jewish prophets and ...

What makes you so sure that your interpretation of the Scriptures is correct? What facts give you confidence that the Bible does indeed allow for gay sex and marriage?  Not rated yet
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1. Because the complementarian interpretation of Genesis 2:24, that God only blesses an Adam and Eve type of marriage, one ...

Is there generally a certain denomination or church that marries homosexual couples?  Not rated yet
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Gay marriages are performed by some Welcoming Baptist Churches, some United Church of Christ Churches, some Conservative ...

Can a person who commits suicide be forgiven?  Not rated yet





Sampson commits suicide, Judges 16:28-30


My heart grieves with you over the loss of your beloved son. I know the pain ...

What about other scriptures?  Not rated yet
Rick Brentlinger Answers 1. Scott asked: What about the scripture that "man shall not lie with man as with a woman?"

You are referring to Leviticus ...

If God intended for homosexual relationships to exist, would this not be seen in all forms of life, i.e. animals?  Not rated yet
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God made human beings as the crowning jewel of His creation. We are not highly evolved animals. We possess a spiritual dimension ...

Was the centurion really gay and if so, why did Paul speak against homosexuality?  Not rated yet
Rick Brentlinger Answers - A centurion in Bible times was a non-com officer in the Roman Army (kind of like a gunny sergeant in the Marine Corps today)...

If you were GOD would you bless the life you're living in all you say and do according to GOD'S law?  Not rated yet
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You've asked an important question which causes every serious Christian to examine himself.

Blessing is based on grace,...

What does the Bible say about being forced to be saved and what verse can I find it in?  Not rated yet
Rick Brentlinger Answers The Bible never states that anyone is forced to get saved. Scripture is clear that human beings have freewill to serve God ...

What does the Bible say about polygamy and open relationships?  Not rated yet
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Polygamy - According to the Bible, polygamy was a Biblical family value which began in Genesis 4:19. Some (not all) ancient ...

Are Christians allowed to go against what the Old Testament says including worship of false gods and committing murder?  Not rated yet
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For 2000 years, consistent Christian teaching is that we are not under the Old Testament Law.

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Rick Brentlinger Answers Leviticus was written to the children of Israel as they prepared to enter the promised land. Thirteen times God and Moses ...

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Yes, I strongly support equal rights under the law for gays and lesbians. These pages of Gay Christian 101 deal with equal ...


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