1. **What is the Bible?**
– The Bible is a collection of sacred texts in Christianity, consisting of the Old Testament and the New Testament (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
2. **Who is God?**
– God is the Creator of the universe, loving and just; He is often described as omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent (Genesis 1:1; Psalm 139:7-10).
3. **Who is Jesus Christ?**
– Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the second person of the Trinity, who was born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, died for humanity’s sins, and rose again (John 1:14; John 3:16).
4. **What is salvation?**
– Salvation is the deliverance from sin and its consequences through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9).
5. **What is faith?**
– Faith is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1).
6. **What is the purpose of life?**
– The purpose of life is to glorify God and enjoy a relationship with Him forever (Isaiah 43:7; John 17:3).
7. **What happens after death?**
– After death, believers go to be with the Lord, while those who do not believe are separated from Him (2 Corinthians 5:8; Revelation 20:11-15).
8. **How can I pray?**
– Prayer is communication with God, and it can be done in various forms, including praise, thanksgiving, confession, and supplication (Philippians 4:6-7; Matthew 6:9-13).
9. **What is sin?**
– Sin is any thought, word, or deed that goes against God’s commands (1 John 3:4).
10. **What is the Ten Commandments?**
– The Ten Commandments are moral laws given by God to the Israelites, emphasizing their need for obedience (Exodus 20:1-17).
11. **What is grace?**
– Grace is the unmerited favor and love of God toward humanity, particularly as it pertains to salvation (Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 11:6).
12. **Who is the Holy Spirit?**
– The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, who empowers, guides, and comforts believers (John 14:16-17; Acts 1:8).
13. **What does it mean to be born again?**
– Being born again refers to a spiritual rebirth that occurs when a person places their faith in Jesus Christ (John 3:3-7).
14. **What is the church?**
– The church is the body of believers in Christ, called to worship, fellowship, and serve together (Ephesians 1:22-23; Acts 2:42).
15. **What is the significance of baptism?**
– Baptism is an outward sign of an inward change, symbolizing the believer’s faith in Christ and their identification with His death and resurrection (Romans 6:3-4; Matthew 28:19).
16. **What is the second coming of Christ?**
– The second coming of Christ refers to the future return of Jesus to fulfill His promises and establish His kingdom (Matthew 24:30; Revelation 1:7).
17. **What is eternal life?**
– Eternal life is the gift of living forever in the presence of God through faith in Jesus Christ (John 10:28; John 3:36).
18. **How should I interpret the Bible?**
– The Bible should be interpreted with care, considering context, literary style, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit (2 Peter 1:20-21; Nehemiah 8:8).
19. **What are the fruits of the Spirit?**
– The fruits of the Spirit are the characteristics that evidence the Holy Spirit’s work in a believer’s life, including love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).
20. **How can I find peace in difficult times?**
– Peace can be found through trusting God, praying, and relying on His promises during trials (Philippians 4:6-7; John 14:27).