What Is the Difference Between Lamenting and Complaining to God?

What Is the Difference Between Lamenting and Complaining to God?

Author: Adriel Sanchez June 25, 2021 Duration: 25:01

Episode 736 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

Show Notes

CoreChristianity.com

1. Does God only hear prayers prayed in the name of Jesus? Would a Jew or Muslim prayer be heard or not since its not in the name of Jesus?

2. Will Jews be saved purely based on their ethnicity?

3. A biblical counselor told me that anyone who disagrees with us is our enemy? I thought Satan, sin, and the flesh were our enemies?

4. Where is the line between biblical lament, such as crying out to God in severe suffering, and unbiblical complaint like the Israelites in the wilderness?

5. After being saved, can Christians still be possessed in some way by demonic spirits?

6. In Luke, Jesus tells his disciples to sell what they have in order to buy a sword, but in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus tells Peter to put his sword away. Why?

Today's Offer

REVELATION BIBLE STUDY

Request our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core.

Resources

9 FAQS ABOUT ANGELS AND DEMONS


In a world filled with complex and often unsettling questions, Core Christianity offers a grounded space for thoughtful exploration. Hosted by Pastor Adriel Sanchez, this podcast directly engages with the difficult inquiries people are actually asking about faith, life, and scripture. Each episode is built on the conviction that honest questions deserve thoughtful, biblical answers. Sanchez doesn’t just aim to demonstrate the truth of Christian teaching; he delves into why these ancient beliefs remain profoundly good and beautiful for modern life. Listening feels like having a compassionate and knowledgeable guide, one who helps untangle theological knots with clarity and grace. This isn't about superficial platitudes, but about rediscovering the foundational, historic truths that have sustained believers for centuries. Through these conversations, the Core Christianity podcast seeks to provide more than just information-it aims to impart a genuine sense of comfort from the gospel message, fostering both confidence and practical wisdom for everyday living. It’s for anyone, whether long-time believer or curious skeptic, who wants to understand the heart of Christian faith beyond the cultural noise.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 1000

Core Christianity
Podcast Episodes
What Should I Say to a Loved One Who Came Out to Me? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1038 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are the apocryphal books mentioned in the Bible also inspired by God? 2. How do I know th…
Why Are We Held Responsible for Adam's Sin? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1037 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does every believer in Jesus Christ go through sanctification? 2. Are we born in sin or a…
Has the Church Failed to Raise Up Good Leaders? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1036 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are there Bible translations that we should avoid? 2. How do I explain Lot's relationship…
Wine or Grape Juice: What Should We Serve In Communion? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:09
Episode 1035 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is prayer pointless if God knows everything? 2. Do you believe that wine should be served…
What Does It Mean That We Can Do All Things Through Christ? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1034 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What do you think about the continuationist and cessationist debate? 2. It seems like Phi…
When Is it Appropriate to Rebuke Someone? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1033 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How should a church practice communion? 2. Is the victim of adultery in a marriage free t…
When Should Theological Differences Keep Me From Marrying Someone? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1032 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. If God is present when "two or three are gathered," what happens when I pray alone? 2. Ca…
Where Should Christians Draw the Line with Charismatic Worship? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1030 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Why are we persecuted for keeping our faith when the Israelites were blessed when they ob…
If Jesus is God, Why Did He Pray to the Father? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1029 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I explain that Jesus is the answer for those who are suffering? 2. You answered m…