AboutRev C.Brian Ross Expertise I am happy to offer answers to anyone with a question that refers to the Christian Faith in its widest possible sense. I believe that the Bible is the living Word of God, and seek to base all of my life on its teaching. I also have some knowledge of some of the cults, and of Islam and Judaism. Of course, my answers are just one man's thoughts, and I would always advise a questioner to check with others, and with the Word of God.
Experience Served as a full-time parish minister in Scotland for about six years, and then spent the last thirty as a teacher (now 'retired') of Religious Education in Secondary Comprehensive schools (ages 11-17) while continuing my own preaching and teaching ministry. I also believe that learning is a life-time process, and have recently completed a Master's degree in Divinity.
Organizations Former Presenter on Revival FM - a local Christian, community radio station, broadcasting in west central Scotland, and online at revival.fm Involved with a number of organisations that support Christians who are currently suffering persecution in some 70 countries around the world.
Publications Various articles in Christian magazines. I also have two blogsites - www.crazyrev.blogspot.com and (with audio messages) www.revcbross.blogspot.com
Education/Credentials Diploma of The Bible Training Institute, Glasgow;
Licentiate in Theology of the University of Glasgow;
Associateship of The Philosophical Society of England;
Bachelor of Arts Degree (Hons) in History from The Open University;
Post-grad Certificate of Education - Religious Education and History;
Post-grad Cetificate in Learning and Teaching;
Post-grad Diploma in Management and Learning in Education;
Master of Science Degree from the University of Strathclyde;
Master of Divinity Degree (Hons) from Trinity College and Seminary (accredited by the University of Liverpool)
Question should i "obey" my BOYFRIEND? we're so in love its a deep love and we're serious about it.Thank you...
Answer Dear Michelle,
Thank you for your question.
My simple, and immediate, response is "No"! You do not share any detail as to what it is your boyfriend might be trying to get you to do; nor do you indicate your ages. However, the only obedience that the Bible, as the Word of God, requires, is to parents (Col.3:20 etc.); husband (I Pet.3:1 etc.); employers (Eph. 6:5ff etc.); civil authorities (Titus 3:1 etc.); spiritual leaders (II Thess. 3:14 etc.); and, above all, God (Acts 5:29 etc.).
Please be very careful as, however serious you may believe your relationship to be, there is no commitment such as there is in marriage. I would contend that not even a fiance is to be obeyed - and especially if the instruction involves anything that is contrary to the revealed will of God.
Please feel free to come back with a supplementary question but, if you do so, I would ask that you provide me with the additional information as mentioned above.
May you know the Lord's clear guidance in all that you do.
Blessings
C.Brian Ross (Rev)
