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Per my subject line I’ve been reading many scriptures and various commentaries that uphold both Calvinism and Arminianism.  My understanding of the gospel is that Jesus was the atoning sacrifice for mankind, the propitiation of all our sins, that any who come to him and believe in him shall be saved, etc. I am wondering how my friends can believe all does not mean all, and claim that John 3:16 says Jesus didn’t die for the world, but solely for the elect called unto him by God.  Any insight into this dilemma?

Could you please comment on the article that’s been making the rounds about Isaac Newtons prophecy of Sept. 23, 2015?

With evil running rampant in the world today, I feel increasingly angry and cold blooded toward those involved. I find it difficult to pray for them. Instead I want God to rain down judgment on them.

My heart still breaks for the unsaved I’m in daily contact with, but those committing the extreme evil I read about it no longer does.

I know this isn’t a road I want to go down. I also know I’m not really all that good myself, an undeserving sinner saved by grace.

What advice would you give?

Greetings in the name of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. I am sending this mail because of a Christian book I saw titled ‘The Seven Spirits of God’. I do not understand the meaning of the term “seven spirits of God.” I would be glad if you could explain it for me.

I have a friend who has grown up Catholic but has gone to other churches to study the bible. She believes that on All Souls Day, we should pray for our loved ones who have passed on. Is there any biblical evidence for this? When we pass on, don’t our souls go either to heaven or hell? Thank you for your help.

Why do you suppose Moses spent 40 years in Midian?  What did he accomplish there?

I used to belong to (another religion), and most of my family still does. I have tried to teach them the truth but it usually ends up just making them mad. Or they just think I’ve turned into a “religious fanatic”. Can one be saved and still pray to someone other than God and Jesus? I don’t see how, as that seems to be idolatry. They also still believe in works, not just grace. What is your advice on how best to convert them?

I have heard, especially at funerals, that the deceased person “has gone to be with the Lord”. The Salvation Army states the deceased has “been promoted to Glory”. I’m having difficulty understanding either of these premises. If a dead person has “gone to be with the Lord”, why is He coming back (for us)? …we will be changed in the blink of an eye…the dead will rise….etc. Your insight would be appreciated. Thanks.

My question has to do with those individuals in the Body who claim to have received visions or angelic visitations concerning what is coming to pass. A particular incident happened to a godly man that my sister and I know. He says that he had an angelic visitation about 6 mos ago and just recently shared his experience after consulting with the pastor and leadership. The message he received is identical to one given by a close friend of his in 2008. My question is since the messages are identical, is that a confirmation of their validity, or is it an unconscious affirmation that he believes what his friend declared?

I saw an article in which the author refuted the exodus, saying it was not possible. I found information on the subject and saw that there was evidence saying that it was possible. Both theories seem possible as they give names and facts but as they are contradictory, is there other evidence to prove it true?