Reasoning Faith

Reasoning Faith

Did You Know?

2 Timothy 2:24-25: "And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil, correcting his opponents with gentleness."

Is faith blind?

Short Answer: No. Biblical faith is reasoned trust grounded in God’s revelation and confirmed by evidence (Hebrews 11:1; Acts 17:2).

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

A concise, biblical response to a central human question.

Why does God allow suffering?

Because of the Fall (Genesis 3), human freedom, and God’s redemptive purposes that work for good (Romans 8:28, NIV).

Can science disprove God?

Science examines the natural world; God is the Creator beyond it. The order and fine-tuning of nature point to Him (Romans 1:20).

Is Jesus the only way?

Jesus said, “I am the way and the truth and the life” (John 14:6, NIV). Salvation is found in no one else (Acts 4:12, NIV).

Can we trust the Bible?

Yes—divine inspiration (2 Tim 3:16), manuscript evidence, fulfilled prophecy, and transformed lives confirm its reliability.

What about miracles and natural laws?

God established natural laws and can act within His creation as He wills (Luke 1:37). Miracles are signs, not violations.

What is the gospel?

Creation, Fall, Redemption, Restoration: Jesus died for our sins and rose again, offering eternal life to all who believe (1 Cor 15:3–4; John 3:16, NIV).

How do I study the Bible well?

Use the inductive method: Observe, Interpret, Apply. Pray for the Spirit’s guidance (John 16:13).

What is the Trinity?

One God in three Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—coequal and coeternal (Matthew 28:19).

Why is there hell?

God’s justice responds to sin; the cross offers salvation. Hell is separation from God for those who reject Christ (2 Thess 1:8–9).

How do I share my faith?

Pray, love, listen, share your story, present the gospel, and invite a response (1 Peter 3:15; Romans 10:9–10, NIV).

What are the gifts of the Spirit?

God empowers the Church with diverse gifts for service and mission (1 Corinthians 12; Acts 1:8, NIV).