How Do I Discuss the End Times Without the "Doom and Gloom"?

How Do I Discuss the End Times Without the "Doom and Gloom"?

Author: Adriel Sanchez February 23, 2022 Duration: 24:55

Episode 909 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

Show Notes

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Questions in this Episode

1. In Mark 16:15-18, Jesus talks about the signs accompanying those who believe and mentions tongues and snake handling, it seems. This seems very odd and today's skeptic could point to this and say, "here, Christian, drink this poison and you should be fine, right?" What is the context and explanation I should be aware of here?

2. As a follower of Christ I run across many others who believe we are living in the last days. For some, this gives them hope and others it gives them a sense of "gloom and doom." How do you communicate this to non-believers without making it seem like its a message of "gloom and doom"?

3. If God cares about his creation, why does he allow humans to tortue and mistreat animals every day?

4. Are our good works proof of our faith and salvation?

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