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Pastor David's Q&A begins with a question from a viewer named Rebecca, who asks:  "I know Christians who say they’re personally pro-life, but “politically” pro-choice, claiming it's not our place to legislate morality. Can someone hold that position and still be faithful to God’s Word?"

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This week's questions:
0:00 Introduction
0:13 Lead Question
6:22 Should I stay at a trendy but chaotically-led church where I’m not growing but I am asked to serve? Am I helping to perpetuate a broken system, or am I providing a voice of reason in the chaos?
9:11 If you reject Gap Theory, when was Satan kicked out of heaven and sent down to earth, in relation to the Order of Creation?
13:15 What can be made of the fossils dating back to before the Adam timeframe?
16:59 Regarding the days of Creation being 24 hours like our modern days: if there was no Sun created until a later chapter, why would we think to measure using a Solar day instead of the periodic day for the first chapters of Genesis? The latter could seem to mesh better with science and their timeline.
18:13 Where should I begin concerning reading the Church Fathers? Do you recommend any resources for us to start, even a basic "essential" collection of their writings and works?Thank you and may the Lord continue to bless you, your family, and ministry.
20:20 Do you have any suggestions for children's books that not only teach the Word of God but also puts an emphasis on obedience to parents and kindness towards others? Ones for 1st-3rd graders that may include Bible verses on children mimicking God's heart and character.
22:20 The Bible says we don't know the time of Christ's return (second coming). But if the rapture takes place, can't those still here just plan on a 7-year time frame for the tribulation and then basically expect Christ's return then? That is assuming some have taken to scripture and are now believing? Does that make sense? Or might the Olivet Discourse be referring to not knowing the rapture's time?
24:34 My 19-year-old daughter has walked away from the church and is now experimenting with New Age spirituality — crystals, affirmations, and astrology. She still says she believes in God. How should I approach this without pushing her further away?
28:18 Concerning your 2 Samuel 11 commentary, where does this thought come from, in that it says "possible, even likely" that Bathsheba knew her bath was visible from the roof?
33:37 As a mother of a young child, I may need to re-enter the workforce to support our family. Any advice from God's word? I want to honor my husband's wishes for me to work to support the family financially but also want to be a good mother and not feel pulled in two different directions.
37:59 Are modern deliverance ministries biblical or dangerous?
39:40 Can Satan hear our prayers if we say them out loud?
41:06 If God already knows what I need, why pray at all?
42:42 How do I balance being salt and light without constantly coming off as judgmental?
44:30 Is playing the lottery sinful or just unwise stewardship?"
49:00 Can a Christian date a Catholic if they both love Jesus?
51:43 Do demons still possess people today, or was that unique to Jesus’ ministry?
53:43 What should I do if my youth pastor promotes progressive theology?
54:50 How do I know if I’m being legalistic or just trying to obey God?
56:35 The Enduring Word 2026 Mediterranean Cruise! (see link in description!)

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