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About Barbara Shafer
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I am an Evangelical Christian who is willing to answer faith questions in a thoughtful, researched manner. In particular, my heart`s desire is to assist those who need answers regarding suffering and those seeking to reconcile the Christian faith with the field of science.

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I have a Masters of Divinity degree from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. I particularly enjoy apologetics (defense and explanation of the Christian faith) and systematic theology (understanding how the Bible itself supports various aspects of Christian doctrine). Both of these play a vital role in the "nuts and bolts" of evangelism... but the heart of Christian evangelism is love and compassion. A turning point for me was when I experienced the loss of my daughter Julia. Since then, my heart has been to help people who struggle to understand the Christian faith (and those who may be questioning the goodness of God) in light of the problem of evil and suffering. I've been informally answering Bible questions via other Internet avenues for over 7 years- to skeptics and believers alike. Thank you for blessing me with these opportunities.

   

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God's will about future spouse11/18/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: I have a question that's been on my mind for a while. I recently went through a very painful ...
  A: I apologize it's taking me a bit longer to respond than usual. We're in the midst of a home remodel ...
why doesnt it add up11/18/2009Mr. McClellan
  Q: what i would like to ask alot of questions about the church today. why is it that the pentecostal ...
  A: I'm not sure I understand your first question. As for your secondThe New Testament writers plainly ...
Relationships11/17/2009John of AllFaith
  Q: Someone told me that as a Christian there should be no such thing as having a boyfriend/ girlfriend. ...
  A: This is not correct. This is the view of someone who does not understand the "Law of Grace" taught ...
Does a Christian have to be Conservative?11/17/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: Here is something that I have always, wondered. I am a Liberal and I believe that Jesus died for our ...
  A: I see now what you mean by liberal...you mean Liberal...as in Free...Free Thinker. It's interesting ...
Christian living bible verses11/16/2009John of AllFaith
  Q: Hey your response to someone elses christian living bible verses was poor, and gave me the feeling ...
  A: Starting out by insulting me is not the best way to get my assistance. I answer hundreds of ...
Marriage before wedding day11/16/2009Reverend Ramona C. Stonecipher
  Q: I've been engaged to a wonderful man for over a year now. We attend that same church that I have ...
  A: You sound like a lovely young woman. I understand your circumstances and your frustration. But ...
Among non believers11/15/2009Elder Greg Madden
  Q: I'm trying to find some scripture regarding living and working among non believers. Any suggestions?
  A: Mike, Sorry for the late reply. Here are a few Scriptures that may help... Galatians 6:4 KJV But ...
Does a Christian have to be Conservative?11/12/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: Here is something that I have always, wondered. I am a Liberal and I believe that Jesus died for our ...
  A: Here is something that I have always, wondered. I am a Liberal and I believe that Jesus died for our ...
Life "yoked" with unbelievers11/12/2009Pastor Don Carpenter
  Q: Pastor, My situation seems entirely complicated to me so I apologize ahead for the explaining. Last ...
  A: I am very sorry for my late response. You indeed are in a difficult situation. Am I to understand ...
Dating a "baby" Christian11/10/2009Dr Eddy Cheong
  Q: How can you tell when it's okay to date a baby Christian? I'm dating a guy right now and we're ...
  A: ANSWER The Bible expressly forbids a Christian marrying a Non Christian. No stronger terms can be ...
Judgment Day11/9/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: What is the judgment that Christians will face on Judgment Day? I've read Scriptures pertaining ...
  A: I think it's pretty interesting that I'm getting this question everywhere right now. God is at work ...
Jesus11/9/2009John Gump
  Q: If Jesus was born jewish, why did he convert/preach Christianity? What does it mean that Jesus ...
  A: Jesus is God revealed in human form. While here on the earth, he was both fully man AND fully God. ...
If I am saved or have the Holy Spirit11/8/2009John Zalewski
  Q: I am 29 years old and wonder if I have the Holy Spirit or if I am saved or ever was? I accepted ...
  A: Shunda. Actually, the Bible teaches clearly that we cannot do anything to get ourselves saved. God ...
Understanding the trinity11/8/2009John Gump
  Q: Ok, I believe in the Father, Son, Holy Spirit as one God, but I still have a hard time understanding ...
  A: There's a lot here, so let me try to briefly address each question you asked, and then we can dive ...
Relationship quality concern11/8/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: Sometime last year i have been involved in intense prayer meetings with a group of brothers and ...
  A: There is nothing unbiblical about taking time to see God's view of the situation. In your question, ...
Follow up-BornAgain/Witnessing11/5/2009Mr. McClellan
  Q: I understand your sincerity about wanting to help, but I think I know what doctrine your teaching ...
  A: Benjamine, Baptismal regeneration is a false teaching the same as the popular salvation by faith ...
Follow up-BornAgain/Witnessing11/4/2009Mr. McClellan
  Q: I understand your sincerity about wanting to help, but I think I know what doctrine your teaching ...
  A: You need to read Acts 1 and 2 again. It very plainly does not say what you are saying. The ...
How the Lord leads you to marriage: personal situationD11/4/2009Pastor Don Carpenter
  Q: Don.I haved a serious issue that has come in to my life and maybe you can help because I see no ...
  A: I am very sorry for my late response. I believe that you are on the right track! When I used the ...
Follow up-BornAgain/Witnessing11/4/2009Mr. McClellan
  Q: I understand your sincerity about wanting to help, but I think I know what doctrine your teaching ...
  A: Answer to 1. No. First, the Holy Spirit came upon the Apostles, not those that were listening to ...
Training as a Pastor?11/3/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: I do hope all is well with you and yours – may God richly bless you and your ministry. I like the ...
  A: Simon. It's always good to hear from you! I wholeheartedly believe we are on the verge of a ...
Is there ever a reason not to respect your husband as head of the household?11/3/2009Pastor Don Carpenter
  Q: I have been taught that the husband is responsible for the household "unless he is not worthy." I ...
  A: You are correct. There is no such condition on submission. If an unbeliever depart, you are ...
How the Lord leads you to marriage: personal situationD11/2/2009Pastor Don Carpenter
  Q: Don.I haved a serious issue that has come in to my life and maybe you can help because I see no ...
  A: I believe that I can give you some principles from the Bible that may help. 1. WHen trying to ...
1 cor 5, 1 cor 5:611/2/2009Reverend Ramona C. Stonecipher
  Q: Goodafternoon Rev. Stonecipher. It's me again with a couple of questions. Sooo..... 1 Cor chapter 5 ...
  A: Teresa, Let's take this whole section as a whole and see what it's talking about - OK. I Cor. ...
im 19 gay and im scared that when i die im going to hell11/2/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: i was brought up in a house hole with a dad that hates gays and a mum that never under stood gays so ...
  A: First off, thank you for deciding to write to me. I can understand that it must be a difficult ...
unforgiveness11/2/2009Rt. Rev. Harold L. Trott, SSC
  Q: I never really liked my inlaws but I never hated them. I did visit them at the beginning of my ...
  A: 4 November 2009 Dear Margaret, You seem to be a very conscientious person spiritually; and for you ...
Born-again/Witnessing10/30/2009Elder Greg Madden
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: Benjamin, Thank you for the reply. However, I am wondering if you did read through the three links ...
the Christian view of Abortion10/30/2009Pastor Don Carpenter
  Q: My name is Elizabeth and I am a senior in high school. I am required to write a paper for my ...
  A: I normally do not do homework questions. I will paste a sermon I preached on this issue. It will ...
Revisiting some discussions10/30/2009Reverend Ramona C. Stonecipher
  Q: Stonecipher. It's me again. Hope all is well with you. I am typing today trying to get some clarity ...
  A: Teresa, I congratulate you on your spiritual growth! From the time we started to now, it is ...
Christianity and Yoga10/29/2009John Gump
  Q: I have heard some Christian preacher argue that the practice of such activities like yoga, ...
  A: My apologies for a slight delay in getting your question. You know, alot of people get caught up in ...
Born-again/witnessing10/28/2009Mr. McClellan
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: Please take time to read this carefully. I know that you don't like having your beliefs questioned ...
Born-again/witnessing10/27/2009Mr. McClellan
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: Ok, you did a pretty good job of explaining why you believe what you do and most of it was just what ...
Break-Up question10/25/2009Ryan Parish
  Q: A few months ago, I met a man and we fell in love. Our relationship prospered for some time and it ...
  A: Kelly, If I'm understanding your question to me correctly, you're not asking whether you are meant ...
break up10/24/2009Barbara Shafer
  Q: . i am a born again believer, and recently i had a break up with my girlfriend. She was very nice ...
  A: I'm glad that you have received some comfort from God as you continue the healing process. The ...
born-again/witnessing10/24/2009Reverend Ramona C. Stonecipher
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: Let's first talk about 'born again'. The phrase is commonly recognized today, although many people ...
born-again/witnessing10/24/2009John Gump
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: I'll try to give you a pretty succinct answer to help ease your mind and heart and we can explore ...
Born-again/witnessing10/24/2009John of AllFaith
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: Some people have overwhelming experiences when they "receive Christ" and many do not. Feelings are ...
Born-again/witnessing10/24/2009Rt. Rev. Harold L. Trott, SSC
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: 27 October 2009 Dear Benjamin, Thank you for your questions and for going into some detail about ...
Born-again/witnessing10/24/2009Mr. McClellan
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: I'm going to answer your questions in a day or two. I just didn't want you to think I wasn't going ...
Born-again/witnessing10/24/2009John Zalewski
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: Benjamin. When a person truly has become saved, they will experience a new love for God, a new love ...
Born-again/Witnessing10/24/2009Elder Greg Madden
  Q: Hey I have actually 2 questions, hopefully you can answer both as they are pretty close to each ...
  A: Benjamin, Did you get a chance to read through the links I sent you below? If so, any questions? If ...

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