Page 1 of Annagail Lynes's writing
Articles by Annagail Lynes:
1. How Do I Obtain Wisdom? What is wisdom? James said in chapter one, verse five (NIV) , "If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." What exactly is wisdom? Most people in the Christian... (posted by Annagail 3 years 344 days ago.)
2. Should Christians Confront? When should you confront? Most Believers, who are living the Christian life, are taught that they are to be meek and mild all the time like Ned Flanders on the Simpsons.
Let's say you are that way with your daughter. You find drugs under her... (posted by Annagail 4 years 7 days ago.)
3. How Do We Love Others? Why is showing love toward others so important for Christians? If we want to follow Jesus' example, then we must show love for each other. However most Christians believe that we have to conjure up love for others on our own. No, God doesn't... (posted by Annagail 4 years 14 days ago.)
4. Is Everything According To God's Plan?
If everything is according to God's plan, does that mean that
everything that occurs is a part of His plan? Including
sickness? Natural disasters? War?
In Romans, the writer of chapter eight, verse twenty-eight tells us all
things work... (posted by Annagail 4 years 21 days ago.)
5. Can Dreams Be A Warning From God? How can I know if a dream is a warning from God?
At nine-years-old, I dreamed my great grandmother died. Within weeks, she did.
Some time later, I dreamed a former classmate, who bullied me, came to church camp over the summer. She had... (posted by Annagail 4 years 28 days ago.)
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6. Can I Increase My Faith?
How do I increase my faith?
We already have the measure of faith. According to the writer of
Romans 12:3, when we are Born-again, each of us is given the measure of
faith.
Some people say, "I can never have the faith that Jesus had... (posted by Annagail 4 years 49 days ago.)
7. How Do I Commit My Cares To God? How do I turn my worries and cares over to God?
For years, God would speak the same message to me: "Cast your cares upon Me."
My lack of trust in God surfaced as the real underlying issue. I didn't know if He would come through for me, if... (posted by Annagail 4 years 56 days ago.)
8. Should You Answer God's Call If Spouse Says No? Should I answer God's call on my life without my spouse's support?
This question reminds me of a preacher who used to be a prominent figure on television until he went astray. He expected his wife to help him fulfill his destiny. God advised... (posted by Annagail 4 years 78 days ago.)
9. Is Water Baptism A Route To Heaven?
What is water baptism? Is it necessary for
salvation? Neither water baptism nor the sprinkling
of babies at dedications can save us.
Salvation comes first, then water baptism. It is not the other way around. Water baptism does not save... (posted by Annagail 4 years 94 days ago.)
10. Can Christians Divorce?
Question: What does the Bible say about divorce and remarriage?
Answer: This question is prevalent in light of
the recent wave of high profile Christian couples announcing the end of
their marriages.
The divorce rate in the church is... (posted by Annagail 4 years 159 days ago.)
11. Does God Hold Our Sins Against Us?
Does God hold our sins against us?
As children, we are told that if we do anything wrong--tell a lie,
steal, be disrespectful in church--God sees us. And He does.
However we are also given the impression that once our sins are... (posted by Annagail 4 years 180 days ago.)
12. Are Tattoos Okay For Christians? Should Christians get tattoos?
Tattoos are everywhere these days. It used to be that we would only see tattoos on sailors, service men and bikers.
Now every one seems to have them from politicians to teachers, from rock stars to... (posted by Annagail 4 years 187 days ago.)
13. One True Version Of The Bible? Why do people believe the King James Version is the only true version of the Bible?
The Bible was written on scrolls many centuries before King James had
the 1611 King James Version of the Bible translated.
As human beings, King James... (posted by Annagail 4 years 222 days ago.)
14. Have You Committed The Unpardonable Sin? Question: If you have blasphemed the Holy Spirit, does it matter if you're sorry?
Answer: The Bible tells us that if we blaspheme the Holy Spirit, we will not be forgiven (Luke 12:10).
Now what is blaspheming? The Webster's Dictionary... (posted by Annagail 4 years 229 days ago.)
15. Who's The Boss In Your Family? Now I want you to realize that the head of every man is Christ, and the head of the woman is man, and the head of Christ is God. Every man who prays or prophesies with his head covered dishonors his head. And every woman who prays or prophesies... (posted by Annagail 4 years 235 days ago.)
16. Does God Heal Today?
Do you believe by praying to God, some minor psychological disorders can be cured?
Yes, I do, but most importantly, why do I believe it?
I believe not only in the power of prayer but also in God's ability to heal.
Back in the... (posted by Annagail 4 years 249 days ago.)
17. Developing A Closer Relationship With God
How do you develop a closer relationship with God?
This question is one most Believers today are asking. In this
email, rush-around, hurry-I'm-late world, you have enough trouble
keeping up with your friends. Nevertheless the God of... (posted by Annagail 4 years 256 days ago.)
18. How Do I Be Consistent In God's Word?
Question: I’m having trouble being consistent in valuing God’s Word. Suggestions?
First of all, why is it important for us to value God’s Word? To
put it first place in our lives? God’s Word, although comprised
of different authors, is... (posted by Annagail 4 years 284 days ago.)
19. Why Do We Need To Pray? Why does Jesus need our prayers? I read this recently on Yahoo! Questions.
Jesus doesn't need our prayers. However He has to follow the principles that God has set forth. He cannot do anything for us unless we pray. In other words, if we don't... (posted by Annagail 4 years 324 days ago.)