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Christianity --Youth Issues/Questions Answered by Expert Brenda Martin
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Lds the church of Jesus christ of latter day saints | 1/2/2012 |
| Q: So what I am asking should I join the lds Mormon church? or find a different church please help me I ... A: I appreciate your thoughts, but will you agree that theres only ever ONE truth an ANY matter, for ... | |
| Lds the church of Jesus christ of latter day saints | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: So what I am asking should I join the lds Mormon church? or find a different church please help me I ... A: you asked--"should I join the lds Mormon church? or find a different church please help me I am ... | |
| Truthfulness | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: I've been a Christian for years but lately I've really been struggling with being truthful, I know ... A: Chapter 27 Honesty—Is It Really the Best Policy? HAVE you ever been tempted to lie? Donald told ... | |
| QUESTION | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: I'm a 17 year old Girl from the UK and i'm in need of guidance. I've recently regained contact with ... A: Date in a group, or at least take a friend with you like a chaperone. Avoid risky settings, such as ... | |
| Apostasy | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: Good evening, Hope all is well. My name is Dan. I wanted to first thank you for your helpful ... A: HEBREWS 6 4-6 This scripture is referring to spirit-anointed Christians who apostatize, so you ... | |
| does he love me? What should i do? | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: hai,so im confused about this guy. We are at the same college, his 21 & im 20. We are in the same ... A: You said “He has a girlfriend in another city, & has a picture of her in his room, yet he invited ... | |
| Further discussion. | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: ok thats what the bible says about "born again" ones, now are you open to looking at the scriptures ... A: equally you are not "seeing" what Jesus was saying,not all the "meek" are going to heaven, some will ... | |
| One true religion? | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: Did you know the bible says there is only ONE true religion? Brenda <u> You made this statement ... A: ok thats what the bible says about "born again" ones, now are you open to looking at the scriptures ... | |
| One true religion? | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: Did you know the bible says there is only ONE true religion? Brenda <u> You made this statement ... A: ROM_8:14 At the time this was written it was true that all who were led by God’s spirit were God’s ... | |
| One true religion? | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: Did you know the bible says there is only ONE true religion? Brenda <u> You made this statement ... A: The Bible does not agree with the modern view that there are many acceptable ways to worship God. ... | |
| Tithe Advice. | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: I am a member of a church.I am 23 years old.I am in the youth and college agers called Generations.I ... A: "if I wanted to take my tithe that I would orginally give to the church and gave it to someone in ... | |
| laws set by forefathers ornaments...... | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: i'm finney,a pentecostal believer from birth,accepted christ as my savior and got baptised in age 15 ... A: THE TEACHINGS OF THE PENTECOSTALS ARE 80% TRUE TO BIBLE. Even if they were 80% true, God only ... | |
| Confused | 7/14/2011 |
| Q: I'm 17 and have been going to church my whole life. This is kind of a personal question and I don't ... A: “God proceeded to create the man in his image, in God’s image he created him; male and female he ... | |
| blasphemy of the Holy Spirit | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: I am a 16 year old Christian and I have recently been very afraid that I have committed blasphemy of ... A: "Why does God allow suffering? If Jehovah God is all-powerful, loving, wise, and just, why is the ... | |
| is it bad to explore seach other bodys before marriage | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: well im 14 years old and i have a boy friend we've been together for a year and four months ... A: Young People Ask . . . Toying With Immorality—What’s the Harm? “One day my boyfriend came over when ... | |
| Bisexual, smoking Christian. | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: Martin, My name is Taylor and I need an answer on how God feels about my life choices. I am a ... A: WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ON BISEXUALS. Here is a quote from a book called “Young People Ask” “How Does ... | |
| Relationships | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: Well here it goes. I started dating my incredible boyfriend 8 months ago. He is honestly perfect ... A: "Is there a way that I can get over my jealousy and just learn to love him flaws and all?" Ask ... | |
| Touching | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: Is it a sin for your boyfriend to rub your genitals when you're hugging(Clothes on)? A: Here is a bible based article to read on the subject-- "More often than not, dating involves some ... | |
| Not sure... | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: Hey :) I'm a christian and I've been seeing a guy that isn't. Despite the fact that he's ... A: Since he can become "violent" tell him you are finished in a crowded place, not alone, better still, ... | |
| Anger & frustration | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I'm having an issue with myself and I hope you can help me. When I was younger I prayed everynight ... A: Regardless of the cause of your anger, I think if you get to know God & his purpose for you, you ... | |
| I'm so confused! | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a slightly embarrassing but possibly life changing question. So I'm just going to throw it ... A: Yes, God expects us to fight against bad habits & thats all masturbation is; a very difficult habit ... | |
| about religion | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I used to wonder about God, so I studied the bible and wondered who wrote it..because some of the ... A: "JEREMIAH 28:9". Taking the scripture in its context, were talking about the year 614 b.c.e, The ... | |
| about religion | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I used to wonder about God, so I studied the bible and wondered who wrote it..because some of the ... A: Seeming Contradictions (JEREMIAH 3:12) & (JEREMIAH 17:4) Two different peoples being spoken to & ... | |
| its urgent | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: Am male 23.I hav neva had sex bt i hav been masturbatin 4d past 6yrs.Pls b frank,can i stop ... A: Chapter 26 Masturbation—How Can I Fight the Urge? “IT IS a very strong addiction,” said a young man ... | |
| virginity! | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: i have a girlfriend and i found out that she is not a virgin anymore, in the past 4 months of our ... A: this is a personal matter :¬) The Israelites were under all such regulations of the Law, but ... | |
| Pre-marital relations | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: Where did you get your definition of the Greek "porneia"? ANSWER: The Greek term is drawn from a ... A: "Where does this definition come from, either from an academic or a biblical standpoint?" Jesus ... | |
| Pre-marital relations | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: Where did you get your definition of the Greek "porneia"? A: The Greek term is drawn from a word having the basic meaning of “to sell” or to “surrender or give ... | |
| Parent Trouble | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: I'm having some struggles with my parents. I am 21 and I still live at home while going to college. ... A: you said--"STRUGGLING WITH THE RULES OF THE HOUSE AND WITH HOW MY FAMILY VIEWS ME". I don’t think ... | |
| relationship | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: I am a Christian, 20 yrs. old and I like a guy who is 21, he believes in God and prays but he is not ... A: I can only tell you what the bible says, & it says; dating is only to start when a couple (both ... | |
| relationship | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I am a Christian, 20 yrs. old and I like a guy who is 21, he believes in God and prays but he is not ... A: "If you believe in reasoning things out, you will want to consider not just the short-range effects ... | |
| Baptizing a baby | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I was baptized when I was a baby. Does it count or i should do it again? ANSWER: MMm :¬) It may ... A: Like I said;not all of "Christianity" is correct. True Christianity involves several necessary ... | |
| Baptizing a baby | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I was baptized when I was a baby. Does it count or i should do it again? A: MMm :¬) It may surprise you to know; the bible tells us "infant baptism" is not scriptural. Thats ... | |
| Leaving home because my parents do not approve of my being a Christian | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: First of all, I'm really thankful God led me to this website. I really need someone to talk to and I ... A: you said--"as a young Christian, I need the guidance of those above me spiritually". I understand ... | |
| Leaving home because my parents do not approve of my being a Christian | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: First of all, I'm really thankful God led me to this website. I really need someone to talk to and I ... A: Here is a bible based article to help you decide what to do-- Should I Leave Home? “Mom & ... | |
| hiii | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: i masturbate everyday and i wanna know is that makes jesus mad at me ? what can i do i can`t ... A: God hates the bad act, not the person; “It is a very strong addiction,” said a young man who ... | |
| Matthew 7:23 | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I have always been disturbed by Matthew 7:23. If these people in Jesus's name and called him Lord ... A: The first-century Pharisees (to whom Jesus was speaking) had set up their own beliefs and traditions ... | |
| blasphemy | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: Brenda, i am 11 years old. a while back when i was young my parents got a divorce. since ... A: Jehovah (God's name) forgives repentant sinners. Knowing Jehovah’s undeserved kindness, we can ... | |
| God hates gay people? | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: My daughter is a Christian,I'm her mom and she is really upset because her friend,a ... A: God’s View The Bible does not call particular attention to homosexuals as a group to be ostracized ... | |
| premarital sexual activities | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: Im 18 and I have been dating my boyfriend for almost 2 years. I know the phrase "Im in love and I ... A: Can a couple who refrain from sexual intercourse still be guilty of fornication?. amswer; yes-- The ... | |
| Waiting untill marriage | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm 18 years old and I am about to start college. I have taken the step in my Christian life and ... A: My view is; if you have to tell the boyfriend you want to wait, then hes not the boy for you, ... | |
| dating | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: i am 16 years old and i have never had a boyfriend. all my other friends have boyfriends and keep ... A: Its hard swimming against the tide isnt it :¬) Im not surprised your finding it difficult to find a ... | |
| I am a Christian and Bisexual | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: i have been a Christian since i could choose. i was raised that way. i believe in God. and i want to ... A: "i know the Bible says homosexuality is wrong" Do you know just how serious it is though?-- Rom. ... | |
| Masturbation | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: Masturbation.I've searched everywhere but can't get an answer so please tell me. Is it Ok for me to ... A: I enclose a bible based article dealing with this subject-- "What Does the Bible Say?" A youth ... | |
| Masturbation Addiction | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I am a 18 year old girl, and I am addicted to masturbation. I have been since I was 12 or 13, and I ... A: Jehovah's Witnesses have printed a book called; "QUESTIONS YOUNG PEOPLE ASK, ANSWERS THAT WORK" You ... | |
| Masturbation is not a sin... suggest read online article | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: Worthy Reading: http://christian-birthcontrol.angelcities.com/page2.html PAGE 2: What ... A: A son of Judah, his second by the Canaanite daughter of Shua. (Ge 38:2-4; 1Ch 2:3) After Onan’s ... | |
| I am so confused | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: this is really hard what am living these days and I feel as if i will have to take any ... A: "MY LIFE SO EMPTY, NO PURPOSE IN THIS LIFE, SCARED THAT THIS EMPTINESS WILL LEAD ME TO SUICIDE". ... | |
| Dating a Non-Christian | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: i'm in love with a boy who is a non-christian. u abuses me and treats me badly. but i forgive him as ... A: ¬) Lets look at some of your points-- "i have become so weak that i don't know what to do" Then we ... | |
| sex | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I'm 19 and I'm a born again Christian...but lately i have been finding myself distance from God. I ... A: you said--"I have so many questions that i can't get answer to, can you give me some advice with ... | |
| i dont understand | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: i can't rap my head around it. ok, i'm 14 i have thougts about guys all the time. and i masterbate ... A: you saiod--" i'm 14 i have thougts about guys all the time" Ive yet to meet a girl of your age who ... | |
| Oral sex | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am a follower of Jesus Christ and I have a boyfriend who is also a Christian. but recently the ... A: Can a couple who refrain from sexual intercourse still be guilty of fornication? Yes; The original ... | |
| Homosexuality ? | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: Sometimes I go to the sauna.From time to time it happens that another boy is touching my penis,and ... A: How Does God View Homosexuality? Today, many people—even some clergymen—soft-pedal the issue of ... | |
| No real friends | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: Brenda my name is Laken and I'm 13 almost 14 years old, I am a guy and I am going into the 8th ... A: you said--"PLEASE TELL ME THAT GOD DOESN'T WANT ME TO NOT HAVE FRIENDS BECAUSE I THOUGHT MY PRAYERS ... | |
| Moving but going nowhere | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I started going to church about 3-5 months ago,I got saved and I got serious,but there was only one ... A: When I read your question it made me think of the scripture that says; "you will know the TRUTH & ... | |
| Did I commit sin by what I said? | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: Martin, lately i've been bothered by the recurring thought in my head that won't leave me alone. It ... A: When I read your question it made me think of the scripture that says; "you will know the TRUTH & ... | |
| punishment | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know what the Bible says about punishment or any suffering for the sexually immoral. ... A: “WHATEVER A MAN IS SOWING, THIS HE WILL ALSO REAP.” (GALATIANS 6:7) Sometimes people sow by making ... | |
| Am I eternally Doom? | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I'm Worried I might had blasphemy the holy spirit. I was urge to Curse at it in my mind and now I'm ... A: The bible speaks of mankind being on 2 roads; 1 that leads to eternal life, the other leads to ... | |
| Masterbation and The Holy Sabbath | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: Is it a sin to masturbate. Because in the bible there is no scripture or commandment saying we can't ... A: "Is it a sin to masturbate" I quote from a book entitled "QUESTIONS YOUNG PEOPLE ASK, ANSWERS THAT ... | |
| Masterbation | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: yes, i am a 15 year old girl and im addicted to masterbation? I dont concider it a sin...but i dont ... A: I quote from a book called "QUESTIONS YOUNG PEOPLE ASK, ANSWERS THAT WORK" "Masturbation is not ... | |
| Christian Wiccan? | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: My friend says that she is a Christian Wiccan, what exactly is a Christian Wiccan? A: Well what she is really saying is; that shes a Christian Witch. Which is impossible because God ... | |
| HELP!!!Stopping Masturbation, Pornography addiction... | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm Marie(not real name), I'm 17,already a college nursing student and worse, I am a girl. I have ... A: I enclose a bible based article that deals with that subject-- "Young People Ask . . . How Can I ... | |
| Leviticus 19-32 | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I am a bit confused about Leviticus 19-32... it talks about how menstration makes a woman unclean? ... A: It was one of the laws given to the Israelites back then, we are not under the Law today, but the ... | |
| Exploring more of this homosexuality and spirituality | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: I have read only a couple of previous answers you have written, I am intrigued put my questions to ... A: "HOMOSEXUALS ARE NOT TO PARTAKE IN THE PLEASURES THAT WERE MADE ONLY FOR A HUSBAND AND WIFE?" No; ... | |
| Exploring more of this homosexuality and spirituality | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: I have read only a couple of previous answers you have written, I am intrigued put my questions to ... A: "Can a person live faithfully in Christ while practicing homosexuality?" The answer lies in GOD'S ... | |
| i need support | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I'm afraid my question is not quite as exciting as others, but I really do need some help, as you ... A: "a Christian bible study around Caerleon in Newport, South Wales" I am one of Jehovah's Witnesses ... | |
| Un forgiveable sin | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: You mention the "unforgivable" sin in one of your past answers. At the time, you where talking ... A: "sexual immorality and fornication, is that an unforgivable sin? No "On this account I say to you, ... | |
| Confused....! | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I am 14 years old and I am Roman Catholic... I have a very close relationship with God but I am not ... A: I dont know if your religion would say its wrong, but God says it is-- Masturbation is a form of ... | |
| Are these sins? | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: Are those sins? Dancing? Holding hands? Kissing? In other words touching.. Or what about two best ... A: "DANCING? HOLDING HANDS? KISSING? IN OTHER WORDS TOUCHING" No, only sex before marriage is wrong in ... | |
| Homosexuality | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: Here's a question for you... I'm am an out and proud lesbian and like many of my homosexual ... A: Im sorry if something I may have said has upset you, I know that as humans we tend to categorise ... | |
| How can I strengthen my faith? | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I know that I confess my sins every day of my life, I know I'm a sinner and I try as much as ... A: "I THANK YOU FOR ALL WHAT YOU'RE CONTRIBUTING IN BUILDING UP MY CHRISTIAN LIFE." My pleasure :¬) ... | |
| mutal masterbation | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: Is mutual masturbation considered premarital sex A: We cannot properly "flee from fornication" if we do not really know what it is. Some in today’s ... | |
| masturbation | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: Is masturbation a sin, and where is it in the bible A: I enclose a bible based article dealing with this subject. Young People Ask . . . How Serious Is ... | |
| Dating | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: Hey Brenda, My name is Sam and ive just completely highschool this year. Im currently dating a ... A: you asked--"WHAT DOES HAVING A RELATIONSHIP THAT HAS GOD AS THE HEAD REALLY MEAN? WHAT DOES IT ... | |
| The Nature of The Christian God | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know what fundamentalist Christian experts have to say to the question, "Is God the ... A: “IS GOD THE AUTHOR OF CONFUSION OR IS HE NOT?" 1 Cor 14; 33--“God is [a God], not of disorder, but ... | |
| Praying silently | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I know that I confess my sins every day of my life, I know I'm a sinner and I try as much as ... A: here is an article on --“HOW TO PRAY”. How to Pray and Be Heard by God "The Bible says of God: “O ... | |
| How do I know if I'm truely a christian | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I know that I confess my sins every day of my life, I know I'm a sinner and I try as much as ... A: you said--"I CONFESS MY SINS EVERY DAY OF MY LIFE" Excellent!!!--“If we confess our sins, he is ... | |
| Unpardonable Sin | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: Can a person who accepted Jesus as their Lord at one time and then in a fit of anger one time told ... A: "anyone that continues to practice sin after he knows the truth is not forgiven? What then does it ... | |
| having sex with prostitute is a sin | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I like to know that if you buy sex to someone who is not a christian or not a virgin is a sin. ... A: EXODUS 22:16 The reason that law was given to the Israelites--This was a case of pressured ... | |
| A disagreement | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: How are you? I have a simple question...Here it goes! Why do Christian and Catholic believers ... A: you said--"GOD DISAPROVES ANYONE WHO COMES INTO CONTACT (SPIRITUALLY) WITH, OR TO WORSHIP ANY OTHER ... | |
| A disagreement | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: How are you? I have a simple question...Here it goes! Why do Christian and Catholic believers ... A: The objective of yoga as a discipline is to lead a person to the spiritual experience of being ... | |
| relationships | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: I kind of have a complicated question to ask. 3 years ago I met this girl at a christian camp. We ... A: Young People Ask . . . How Can I Avoid the Hurt of Flirting? “WHAT are you? Are you made of ... | |
| Unpardonable Sin | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: Can a person who accepted Jesus as their Lord at one time and then in a fit of anger one time told ... A: Sorry Brenda but the bible doesnt teach "once saved always saved" but it does teach that God; ... | |
| Help | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: Im not sure if you can help me or not but, ill just tell you my story. I met this girl at camp last ... A: "Young People Ask . . . Why Is It So Hard to Avoid Masturbation? “HABITS are like a soft bed—easy ... | |
| Problem | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: i want to know regarding my problem which i m facing now a days, i dont know why i m getting ... A: Perhaps the change that most often is a source of disturbance for boys growing toward manhood ... | |
| piercings | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: Okay,,, so i'm fifteen and i want my bellybutton pierced. is that bad? A: Here is a bible based article dealing with that very subject-- "The Bible’s Viewpoint Body ... | |
| Confusion | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: I am a christian and i try my best to follow the right path. I know i've done things before that im ... A: "I think its hormones. what do you think?" Yes without a doubt--During the bloom of youth, sexual ... | |
| Jesus Christ, God's son and our saviour | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I've been reading some of your answers and whilst they are all very biblically sound and seem to ... A: you asked--"IF YOU BELIEVE THAT ONLY A SELECT GROUP CAN HAVE THE OPTION OF HEAVEN, WHY DO SO MANY ... | |
| Jesus Christ, God's son and our saviour | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I've been reading some of your answers and whilst they are all very biblically sound and seem to ... A: No, not at all, it didnt sound like an "interrogation" :¬)ok so you have asked-- "What's the ... | |
| Jesus Christ, God's son and our saviour | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I've been reading some of your answers and whilst they are all very biblically sound and seem to ... A: "there is some way to heaven other than via Jesus Christ?" No, not at all; salvation (whether in ... | |
| Relationship | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: Im 18 years old and im currently in a relationship of 3 years. I know im young but im seriously ... A: Well I could say do this or that but first Im going to say; Jesus spoke of 2 roads, the "broad road ... | |
| willfully sinning | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: did i lose my salvation?ty A: No; Down through the centuries, many have been touched by God’s invitation: “Come back to me with ... | |
| adolescent boy | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a ten year old boy and as he approaches puberty I really want to feel confident about the ... A: When my kids were young we used to discuss a book called; "Questions Young People Ask, Answers that ... | |
| Relationship with god | 2/19/2008 |
| Q: I am a young person and my parents are not christian. I am a christian because I want to be but ... A: you said--"I AM A YOUNG PERSON AND MY PARENTS ARE NOT CHRISTIAN, I’M A CHRISTIAN BECAUSE I WANT TO ... | |
| Masturbation | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: After reading your answer to the Youth Issue of Masturbation, I would like to know how to free ... A: Young People Ask . . . How Can I Conquer This Habit? “I began masturbating when I was eight years ... | |
| hello. | 11/30/2007 |
| Q: I live in a mormon town, now just to clear up I am a firm believer in my christianty faith. Now I am ... A: "SHE IS MORMON AND SHE TOLD ME SHE WANTED GAYS TO DIE, I WAS LIKE THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH GAYS." ... | |
| virgin? | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I am a 19 yr old Christian and have been since I was born. I am almost positive that I am ... A: You are still a virgin Kristen, HOWEVER God also warns us against acting with "uncleaness" these ... | |
| drugs | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: i am trying to find out the Christianity Views on why drugs shoulde legilised for a school project ... A: I enclose a bible based article on the subject-- How to Protect Your Children “Parents are by far ... | |
| Sexual Immorality | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: Could it be that the "sexual immorality" that the Bible speaks of is "only" intercourse, and not ... A: When you see the word "fornication" in the Bible, it is traslated from the Greek word PORNEIA-- ... | |
| fallen again..... | 9/30/2007 |
| Q: Brenda... Oh where should I start. I have always thought that I was a Christian... just a Christian ... A: you asked--"HOW DO WE BOTH BECOME 'BORN AGAIN' VIRGINS?" Mmm let me explain something about ... | |
| Is abortion sometimes okay? | 9/23/2007 |
| Q: I'm 18 and for the past 18 years I have been pro-life. I didn't think that it should ever be okay to ... A: Definition:- Abortion is the expulsion of an embryo or a fetus that is not normally able to live ... | |
| i'm not sure how you can help me. | 8/23/2007 |
| Q: my name is chris. I'm a 14 year old boy. I'm religious and i love god very much. i have always done ... A: Maintaining God’s View of Sex OUR loving heavenly Father created our first parents with the ... | |
| Need Advice | 8/15/2007 |
| Q: I am a 14 y/o Christian boy, writing you for help with the issues of guilt and (m word). I have ... A: I enclose a bible based article on the subject-- Breaking Free of Self-Abuse—Why? How? ... | |
| Homosexuality | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: Brenda, From what I've read about you, I think you are the right person to ask this question of. I ... A: "LESBIAN THOUGHTS, WHAT CAN I DO? HOW CAN I STOP?" With God’s help, anyone can learn to “abstain ... | |
| stoping a Mistake | 3/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a friend that is a Christian, and she is really swaying from the right path. She is ... A: I enclose a bible based article dealing with the subject, Im sure you will find advice in there to ... | |
| Homosexuality: Which is a sin, the desire, the action, or both? | 1/3/2007 |
| Q: "Hello, I just accepted Christ recently as my Lord and Saviour. I would like to ask if homosexuality ... A: I JUST ACCEPTED CHRIST RECENTLY AS MY LORD AND SAVIOUR. Interesting; just what does it mean to ... | |
| CHURCH | 12/28/2006 |
| Q: yeah i have a question If my parents who are Christian. think i should give up things I do at ... A: When we are part of the TRUE faith we; "Obey God as ruler, rather than men" and would continue ... | |
| hey | 12/27/2006 |
| Q: I have another question for you. Is showing nudity to a girlfriend a sin? A: yes, what do you think will happen to your Christian morals? Will exposure to graphic sex and nudity ... | |
| What happens to the dead? | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: I am just wondering whether the dead can still be forgiven. And where exactly in the bible and ... A: WHAT HAPPENS TO THE DEAD? To answer such a question it helps for us to know what happened to Adam ... | |
| premarital sex | 11/27/2006 |
| Q: In recent weeks i have been doing a lot of research on the subject and i know that the bible clearly ... A: you said--"LOVE FROM THE LORD IS WHAT CONSTITUTES MARRIAGE, NOT THE LEGALITIES". Were there any ... | |
| soft drugs | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: what is the christian view on whether soft drugs should be legalised? i am studying law at mmu and ... A: "WHAT IS THE CHRISTIAN VIEW ON WHETHER SOFT DRUGS SHOULD BE LEGALISED?" It would not be correct for ... | |
| Lots of things | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: If you could help: I've had some crazy things happen, and so I'll warn you, about 1/2 of this ... A: "ADDICTED TO PORNOGRAPHY" I enclose a bible based article dealing with this subject-- Breaking ... | |
| lesbian | 10/20/2006 |
| Q: My name is Anne I'm 17 years old, what god thinks about being a lesbian? is it bad? i always go to ... A: WHAT GOD THINKS ABOUT BEING A LESBIAN? IS IT BAD? I enclose a bible based article that may help you ... | |
| sex | 10/12/2006 |
| Q: Is wrong to have sex with my boyfrien even if I am sure that he is going to be my husband? A: Yes,sexual relations before marriage are wrong-- 1 Thess. 4:3-8: “This is what God wills . . . that ... | |
| Abortion | 8/17/2006 |
| Q: This is a bit of an odd question, I know. But I got into a debate with friends about abortion ... A: you asked--"WHERE IN THE BIBLE DOES IT SAY THAT LIFE BEGINS AT THE MOMENT OF CONCEPTION?" God is ... | |
| confused | 8/11/2006 |
| Q: Hey i would like to know what is your dating standards for your kids and stuff because i feel that ... A: you asked--"WHAT IS YOUR DATING STANDARDS FOR YOUR KIDS?" I brought my kids up to live by BIBLE ... | |
| Christianity Youth issues | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: I was woundering what the bible says about what the approprite dateing age is. My parents say not ... A: you asked--"WHAT IS THE APPROPRIATE DATING AGE ACCORDING TO THE BIBLE?" The apostle Paul spoke of ... | |
| Change school? | 6/26/2006 |
| Q: My wife and I are struggling with whether to send our daughter to a certain school next year. We ... A: “WE BOTH HAVE A REALLY GOOD RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR DAUGHTER, SO WE DON’T WANT TO RUIN IT, EVEN THOUGH ... | |
| Doubt | 5/18/2006 |
| Q: I am a 20 year old Indian gal. I am a catholic by birth. When I was 16 I got converted to Pentecost ... A: you said--“NOT TO WEAR ORNAMENTS OF ANY SORT, NO MAKE UP AT ALL AND LEAD A VERY SIMPLE LIFE WITH NO ... | |
| Questions | 5/9/2006 |
| Q: I have a friend that has quite a few problems, but right now I'm just wondering about one or two of ... A: you asked--"IS CUTTING A SIN?" Your friend is very ill and needs medical help, obviously God does ... | |
| Can I be forgiven? | 5/4/2006 |
| Q: I'm sorry that I haven't responded sooner, but I've been pretty busy going in and out of the ... A: you said--“I'M SORRY THAT I HAVEN'T RESPONDED SOONER” No problem, just glad to hear from you again. ... | |
| Can I be forgiven? | 4/23/2006 |
| Q: You put my mind at ease, now that I know I haven't really committed a sin that is unforgivable. I ... A: glad to be of help "HELP IN FINDING TRUE CHRISTIANITY " How would you like to discuss the bible ... | |
| Can I be forgiven? | 4/22/2006 |
| Q: Martin, I have a question and I hope you will be able to help me. I am in my early teens and I am ... A: "HAVE I COMMITTED THE ONLY UNFORGIVABLE SIN -- BLASPHEMY AGAINST THE HOLY SPIRIT; I WAS PREVIOUSLY ... | |
| So, I have been a follower... | 3/25/2006 |
| Q: So, I have been a follower of God all my life, but in a way, I have never been a follower a follower ... A: Our heavenly Father tells us to avoid not just fornication but also “uncleanness.” (1 Thess. 4:7) ... | |
| ask | 3/9/2006 |
| Q: I WANT TO KNOW IF SPANDEX WEARING IS OK JUST FOR FUN? A: Tight, revealing clothing, is not appropriate for a TRUE Christian. I never allowed my youths to ... | |
| christianity | 3/7/2006 |
| Q: you once made this statement to me : Well it is a constant battle to serve God, the bible tells us ... A: "PAUL WAGED A WAR EVERY DAY WITH HIS FALLEN FLESH, I FEEL LIKE THAT MOST OF THE TIME. CAN YOU GIVE ... | |
| today's youth and christianity | 2/11/2006 |
| Q: I am doing an assignment which requires me to conduct surveys and interviews on my topic, which is ... A: HOW DO YOU THINK TODAY'S YOUTH VIEW RELIGION AND THE CHURCH?" For most of them, mainstream ... | |
| help | 1/30/2006 |
| Q: I am struggling with something. I know their is a God every since i was little ive always believed ... A: you said--"LATELY ITS LIKE IVE BEEN FIGHTING SOMETHING IN ME THAT KINDA TELLS ME NOT TOBELIEVE IN ... | |
| No God | 1/16/2006 |
| Q: Because my desk had a maker does not mean the universe did. That would be over simplifying the ... A: you said--“BECAUSE MY DESK HAD A MAKER DOES NOT MEAN THE UNIVERSE DID.” ???? Even more so surely. ... | |
| No God | 1/15/2006 |
| Q: I see no proof God exists. I don't think my lack of understanding about how the universe got here ... A: you said--"I SEE NO PROOF GOD EXISTS." The Bible says: “In the beginning God created the heavens ... | |
| No God | 1/15/2006 |
| Q: How do I tell my parents I no longer believe in God and I do not want to go to church? What should ... A: sorry but I have to ask, why do you not believe in God, the evidence after all is outstanding, where ... | |
| hey | 1/10/2006 |
| Q: I want to know why christian bleave in trinity. Was the idea of trinity not brought up at the time ... A: you said--"WHY CHRISTIANS BELIEVE IN TRINITY?" Like many other teachings in the churches, it has ... | |
| Acceptance | 1/4/2006 |
| Q: Hey! Your profile said you help with homosexuality. I got a problem. My mom don't understand that ... A: You asked--"How do I get mom to accept me being gay and stop trying to break us apart?" How can I ... | |
| Talking to Mom and Dad | 1/2/2006 |
| Q: I need a lot of help. I am due in two weeks and my family situation is putting a lot of stress on me ... A: Please be assured I am not trying to hurt or offend you, I am trying to help you understand your ... | |
| what should i do ? | 12/11/2005 |
| Q: Brenda im 14 years old and i've been raised in the church all my life but now that i older im not ... A: you said-- “IM 14 YEARS OLD AND I'VE BEEN RAISED IN THE CHURCH ALL MY LIFE BUT NOW THAT I OLDER IM ... | |
| sex and virginity | 11/7/2005 |
| Q: I just recently broke up with my boyfriend of 2 and a half months that I lost my virginity to and ... A: 1) AM I GOING TO HELL? You may be surprised and relieved to learn that; “hell” as in” fiery place ... | |
| I'm so confused! | 10/20/2005 |
| Q: Recently there has been this girl I like we talked and I devolped a crush but even though she claims ... A: you said--"DON'T LIKE THE THOUGHT OF HER GOING TO HELL" Lovely that you are concerned about a ... | |
| doubt | 9/19/2005 |
| Q: ... i want to know what has god said about smoking and sex before marriage. \ once one of ... A: you asked about--"SMOKING " God's advice on cleanliness or purity--the apostle Paul wrote to ... | |
| MAsturbation | 5/11/2005 |
| Q: Is masturbation a sin? I see it as a way to not have sex but i dont know.... A: Yes it is, but here are the reasons why-- Masturbation—How Serious Is It? “I'm wondering if ... | |
| Female Responsibilities | 3/30/2005 |
| Q: I just became a Christian recently, and I am very excited to learn how to live and act like a ... A: you asked--"DOES GOD WANT FEMALES TO BE VERY OBEDIENT AND LISTEN TO EVERYTHING THE HUSBAND SAYS? " ... | |
| Religion and Mom | 3/6/2005 |
| Q: Woah, woah, woah, Brenda, who said anything about devil worship? Wow, I knew Christians did not ... A: you said--"WHO SAID ANYTHING ABOUT DEVIL WORSHIP? WICCA DOES NOT EVEN RECOGNIZE SATAN" (HOWEVER) ... | |
| Religion and Mom | 3/6/2005 |
| Q: Since your Christian I thought I would pose this question to you. I'm fifteen years old, female, ... A: "SHOULD I TALK TO MOM ABOUT THE FACT I HAVE CONVERTED TO WICCA? WHAT WOULD BE THE GENTLEST WAY OF ... | |
| Pet Animals | 2/27/2005 |
| Q: My daughter Miriam ( 8 years ) had a pet animal who died last week.Amid her grief,she asked me if ... A: you said--""PET DIED LAST WEEK" Sorry to hear, I know how I would feel if anything happened to my ... | |
| homosexuality | 11/7/2004 |
| Q: I have been fighting homosexuality for 20 years, My point of this question is that many young people ... A: you said--"MANY YOUNG PEOPLE TAKE THEIR LIVES BECAUSE "I WOULD RATHER BE DEAD THAN GAY" Yes I know, ... | |
| teen | 8/30/2004 |
| Q: i have a question about teens and relationships. If two ppl a girl and a boy age 19-20 are ... A: "IF A GIRL AND A BOY AGE 19-20 ARE CHRISTIANS AND THEY HAVE PREMARITAL SEX BEFORE MARRIAGE. WHAT ARE ... | |
| unforgivable sins | 3/28/2004 |
| Q: What about the definition of sins?Is prayerlessness consider sin?I have a personal problem of not ... A: THE DEFINITION OF SIN? Definition: Literally, a missing of the mark, according to the Hebrew and ... | |
| unforgivable sins | 3/25/2004 |
| Q: I happened to browse thru' yours answers to previous questions and I read that you mentioned there's ... A: you asked--"WHAT ARE THE SINS THAT THE HOLY SPIRIT CONSIDERS UNFORGIVABLE AND HOW TO AVOID DOING ... | |
| whats wrong with me | 1/10/2003 |
| Q: I don't know what is wrong with me and i'm really starting to scare myself, not to mention my ... A: it was heartbreaking to read your letter as I have been where you are and I know personally how ... | |
| God | 12/2/2002 |
| Q: i go to a Christian school and I have been christened but I dont go to church any more is this bad? ... A: I DONT GO TO CHURCH ANY MORE, IS THIS BAD? Dear Alison, you remind me of what I was like when I ... | |
Christianity --Youth Issues
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Brenda Martin
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I am a mother of 4 and I taught each of them the scriptures,I have used the bible to help my youths to get answers to their questions, so I am sure I can answer other youths also.The bible answers such questions as," what does God think of-- Homosexuality, sex before marriage,smoking, dating,drinking etc.Youths want answers, but sometimes it is difficult to find just where the bible speaks about such things, and that is where I come in, I will point them to the appropriate scriptures.
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Mother of 4 and grandmother of 12,who conducted regular bible studies with her own children.
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