Could you explain 2 Peter 1:10?
2 Peter 1:10 – “Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall:” Question: Please explain what this particular verse (2 Peter 1:10) means so that I may better understand? Answer: Too often people think they’re born again, when they’re really…
Read MoreAudio Article: Encouraging Imagination or Fostering Deceit?
From all of us at Once Lost Ministries, we pray you have a joyful CHRISTmas, celebrating and encouraging those around you to remember what truly is the reason for the season! With all the busy distractions this time of year, as well as the world’s constant desire to magnify self, our hope is that you…
Read MoreAudio Article: Abounding with Thanksgiving by Flynn Huseby
For those with lives on the go and unable to sit and read an article, we’ve started recording them making it simple enough to just hit the play button and continue on with what you were doing! Praying you are blessed by this week’s feature, staying in theme with the holiday. Have a very Happy…
Read MoreIs Blind Faith Biblical? Part 1
Question: Is it perfectly acceptable to have what most today call “blind faith”? I speak to so many Christians today and most say, “Just trust in Jesus and you’ll be fine.” Answer: There are two separate areas worth briefly addressing here. Here we’ll look at the first one: Is blind faith biblical? A Blind Man – If a…
Read MoreMinecraft- The Craft Beyond the Mine
Minecraft is a virtual world video game where players build, explore, mine, craft, gather and grow food, and even battle. Since its release on November 18, 2011, it has truly captured the hearts and minds of millions of people worldwide. On the surface, Minecraft appears almost like a digital Lego game where players simply and…
Read MoreTrue Freedom: Feelings-Focused or Spirit-Filled?
Most will readily acknowledge that people lie, and we might even admit we too are prone to talebearing from time to time, yet somehow there’s this strange belief within us all that says our feelings will never lie. But nothing could be further from the truth. Feelings lie more than any of us probably care…
Read MoreGrowing and Going: Q & A- Why Couldn’t God Have Used Evolution?
Question: Why Couldn’t God Have Used Evolution? Answer: This is an excellent question, especially in light of the days in which we live! Sadly, both creationist and evolutionist groups alike have surmised that if He wanted to, God could have used evolution as His creation process. Unfortunately, even young earth creationists have often said that…
Read MoreIs creation a non-essential?
Question: You guys recently taught on evolution and how it is not found in the Bible, yet when I go to church my pastor teaches that creation is a “non-essential” and discussion on the subject just brings division. Could you help me with a Biblical approach to this? Answer: Unfortunately, this is not an uncommon situation. Even…
Read MoreGrowing and Going Q & A: Are Catholics and Mormons saved because they claim Jesus?
Question: The Bible is clear that those who call on the name of Jesus are saved. I struggle with this because my Aunt is a practicing Catholic and a close friend of mine is Mormon. Does this mean they are saved? Answer: It’s always important to go beyond the face value of someone’s claims. The spirit of…
Read MoreGrowing and Going Q & A: Is it wrong to pray and ask God’s favor?
Question: Is it wrong to pray and ask God’s favor? Somebody I know has a job interview and there are several people interviewing for this job. I told the person to pray for the Lord to lead and guide and to give you favor. Well, this lady that I know of but don’t know, is always posting…
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