Struggling Questions Struggling Questions Struggling Questions How do I know there is a God & the Bible is true?Is God in control of all things?Why did God allow evil when He created the world?Why does God allow bad things to happen?Do I sin under compulsion or of a free will, or both?Doesn’t it seem cruel of God to allow evil and then punish those who do it?Why am I suffering; is God disciplining me?Why pray for healing if God’s plan does not include me being healed; God’s sovereign plan cannot be thwarted so why don’t I just go along with whatever He wants?Can God use an ordinary person like me who doesn’t recognize any special gift to offer?Living in His Isn’t Always Easy or PeacefulHow do I understand Christ’s gift of salvation?I don’t understand the Trinity; what is that all about?How can I believe in a God who is unseen?How does God lead us?How can I endure this journey God has for me?What are indications of a mature believer?How can / should I understand God?How can I defend myself against the evil around me?What do I need to know & how can I witness in this PC ‘group think’ culture?How do I know I am following God’s plan for my life?I am having a difficult time understanding God’s word in Scripture. What do I need to do or understand to improve?How must I respond in the face of all these challenges?Is God hearing my prayers?Why is there so much suffering in this world?What is the purpose of the Holy Spirit?Do I have hope as a child of God?What are the consequences of not following God?I’m beginning to doubt my faith. What should I do and/or understand?Can one lose their salvation?