Monthly Archives: February 2012
“Do mentally ill people go to heaven?”
The Bible does not specifically say whether or not mentally ill people go to heaven. However, there is some biblical evidence that anyone who is not able to make a decision for salvation is covered by Christ’s death. This is … Continue reading
“Did Jesus mean that we should never refer to our earthly father as ‘father’ (Matthew 23:9)?”
It would be confusing for God to give the fifth commandment in Exodus 20:12: “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you” and then later in … Continue reading
“What does the Bible say about torture?”
Torture can be defined as “the infliction of intense pain to punish, to coerce, or to derive sadistic pleasure.” Of course, sadism is never appropriate or just, but what about punishment or coercion? Is there ever a time when inflicting … Continue reading
“How should Christians discipline their children?”
How to best discipline children can be difficult task to learn, but it is crucially important. Some claim that physical discipline (corporal punishment) such as spanking is the only method the Bible supports. Others insist that “time-outs” and other punishments … Continue reading
“Should all mothers be stay-at-home moms?”
The subject of stay-at-home moms is one that has caused much controversy, especially in Western nations where many women work outside the home. There really are only two direct verses/passages that talk about a mother staying at home with her … Continue reading
THE WALL: a blog of Baptist Voice Ministries 