Author Archives: Dave Winstead

By Got Questions The basic creation story is found in Genesis 1 and 2, with the account of what happened in the Garden of Eden in chapter 3. Genesis 1 begins before the existence of anything except God Himself. God’s revelation of Himself and His will for mankind is the beginning of the creation story. In this beginning, God createdContinue reading “11/6/2020 What Is The Bible’s Version Of The Creation Story?”

By Billy Graham Five Ways to Fortify Yourself for the Coming Storm This article was originally written in 1957, but the words ring true today. In the event of a national catastrophe, much confusion, terror and consternation would reign. What would the Christian do? What should our attitude be? Which way would we turn ifContinue reading “11/5/2020 Prepare For Persecution”

By Got Questions Every election cycle raises the question of religion and its role in government. This leads many to wonder about the relationship between Christianity and democracy. Is democracy a Christian form of government? Is democracy religiously neutral? Or is it contradictory to the Bible? There is a difference between whether or not ideas canContinue reading “11/4/2020 Is Democracy A Christian Form Of Government?”

By Got Questions It is our contention that it is the duty and responsibility of every Christian to vote and to vote for leaders who promote Christian principles. God is most certainly in control, but that does not mean we should do nothing to further His will. We are commanded to pray for our leadersContinue reading “11/3/2020 Does God Expect Christians To Vote?”

If you cannot attend your usual home church this coming Sunday, please use this Worship Service Plan to conduct and enjoy a service on your own. This Worship Service Plan is useful for anyone anywhere, whether individuals, shut-ins, your family gathered in the den, a nursing facility of sick & elderly, you and your neighbors sitting in the backyard, or any group of believers who share a need to gather and praise and worship The Lord God.

By Got Questions If there is anything that will spark a spontaneous debate, if not an outright argument, it is a discussion involving politics—even among believers. As followers of Christ, what should be our attitude and our involvement with politics? It has been said that “religion and politics don’t mix.” But is that really true?Continue reading “11/2/2020 How Should A Christian View Politics?”

By Got Questions As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, non-profit organization, Got Questions Ministries is not allowed to endorse political parties or candidates. We can, however, speak for or against certain political issues. In all actuality, though, few political issues are truly spiritual issues. As an example, we may prefer lower taxes, but the Bible does notContinue reading “11/1/2020 Should A Bible-Believing Christian Vote As A Republican Or A Democrat? Should A Christian Be A Conservative Or A Liberal/Progressive?”

By Got Questions First Peter 4:8 says, “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” Proverbs 10:12 says, “Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.” In what way does love cover sin? To “cover” sin is to forgive it, and forgiveness is associated with love. The best example of aContinue reading “10/31/2020 What Does It Mean That Love Covers A Multitude Of Sins?”

By Got Questions In the natural world, fruit is the result of a healthy plant producing what it was designed to produce (Genesis 1:11–12). In the Bible, the word fruit is often used to describe a person’s outward actions that result from the condition of the heart. Good fruit is that which is produced by the HolyContinue reading “10/30/2020 What Does It Mean To “Bear Fruit” As A Christian?”

By Got Questions Please note, as a ministry, GotQuestions.org officially holds to young earth creationism. We truly and fully believe that young earth creationism best fits with the biblical account of creation. However, we recognize that old earth creationism is a valid viewpoint that a Christian can hold. In no sense is old earth creationism heresyContinue reading “10/29/2020 Old Earth vs. Young Earth Creationism Explained”