Feb 11, 2019
“What are the seven deadly sins?”According to Catholic theology, the seven deadly sins are seven vices or negative character qualities that, left unchecked, will result in a host of other sins and eventually kill a person’s soul. The seven “deadly” sins are pride, envy, gluttony, lust, anger, greed, and sloth. The list was first delineated by...
Jan 30, 2019
“How can I experience joy in my Christian life?”Joy is something we all long for but that often seems difficult to grab hold of. Experiencing joy should be a part of every Christian’s life. Joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit, produced by God’s work in us, and it is part of God’s will for us.We know that even the most mature of God’s people...
Dec 21, 2018
“Should Christians celebrate Christmas?” by Pastor Linzy Slayden Friendship Baptist Church, Owasso, Ok 12/21/2018 – The debate about whether or not Christians should celebrate Christmas has been raging for centuries. There are equally sincere and committed Christians on both sides of the issue, each with multiple reasons why or why not...
Oct 15, 2018
www.friendshipowasso.com Question: “Why does God allow natural disasters, i.e., earthquakes, hurricanes, and tsunamis?”Why does God allow earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, tsunamis, typhoons, cyclones, mudslides, wildfires, and other natural disasters? Tragedies cause many people to question God’s goodness. It is distressing that natural...
Oct 1, 2018
www.friendshipowasso.com Question: “Are there different levels of Heaven? Are there three heavens?”The closest thing Scripture says to there being different levels of heaven is found in 2 Corinthians 12:2, “I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not...
Aug 20, 2018
What Does the Bible Mean That We Are Not To Judge Others? Jesus’ command not to judge others could be the most widely quoted of His sayings, even though it is almost invariably quoted in complete disregard of its context. Here is Jesus’ statement: “Do not judge, or you too will be judged” (Matthew 7:1). Many people use this verse in an attempt to silence...
