Frequently Asked Biblical Questions (FABQ)
- What happens when I die?
- The body returns to dust; the soul goes to God. Believers enter His presence; the unrepentant await judgment.
- Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:7; 2 Corinthians 5:8; Hebrews 9:27
- Why was I born?
- To glorify God and enjoy Him forever.
- Scripture: Isaiah 43:7; Ecclesiastes 12:13
- How can I know the Bible is true?
- It is God-breathed, fulfilled in history, and confirmed by the Spirit in our hearts.
- Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16; Matthew 5:18
- How can I trust God without seeing Him?
- Faith is confidence in what we hope for and conviction of what we do not see.
- Scripture: Hebrews 11:1
- How can I know God’s will for my life?
- Through Scripture, prayer, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
- Scripture: Romans 12:2; James 1:5
- What is sin?
- Any transgression of God’s law; falling short of His glory.
- Scripture: 1 John 3:4; Romans 3:23
- What is repentance, and is it necessary for salvation?
- Turning from sin to God; yes, it is necessary.
- Scripture: Acts 3:19; Luke 13:3
- If Christ died for the world, am I already saved?
- His death is sufficient for all, but only effective for those who believe.
- Scripture: John 3:16; 1 John 2:2
- How can I be sure I’m saved?
- Faith in Christ, obedience, love for God, and spiritual growth.
- Scripture: 1 John 5:13; 2 Peter 1:10
- Can I think I’m saved and not be?
- Yes; false profession without true faith is possible.
- Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23
- Is there a sin that cannot be forgiven?
- Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit; final rejection of God’s mercy.
- Scripture: Mark 3:28-29
- Can I lose my salvation?
- True believers are kept by God’s power; persistent unrepentance indicates no true salvation.
- Scripture: Hebrews 3:14; 2 Peter 2:20-22
- What does it mean to backslide?
- To fall back into sin after turning to God; requires repentance to restore fellowship.
- Scripture: Jeremiah 3:6-8
- What does it mean that Jesus is God’s only begotten Son?
- Unique in divinity and eternal relationship with the Father.
- Scripture: John 3:16; 1 John 4:9
- What does it mean that Jesus was fully man and fully God?
- Human to suffer, divine to save; able to obey, suffer, and redeem perfectly.
- Scripture: Colossians 2:9
- What does it mean to have the fear of God?
- Reverence, awe, and obedience to God; leads to wisdom and holy living.
- Scripture: Proverbs 9:10
- Why does God test people?
- To reveal character, strengthen faith, and bring growth.
- Scripture: James 1:2-4
- Why does a good God allow suffering?
- Produces perseverance, character, and hope; corrects and refines.
- Scripture: Romans 5:3-5
- Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?
- Life in a fallen world brings suffering; God can use it for ultimate good.
- Scripture: John 16:33; Romans 8:28
- Did God create the devil?
- God created angels; Satan fell due to rebellion.
- Scripture: Ezekiel 28:14-15; Isaiah 14:12-14
- Is Heaven and Hell real?
- Yes, both are real eternal destinations.
- Scripture: Matthew 25:46; Revelation 20:15
- How can a loving God send people to Hell?
- God offers mercy to all; Hell is the consequence of persistent rejection of His grace.
- Scripture: Romans 2:4-6; John 3:36
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