Why is there so much suffering in the world?

Many people ask me if God is a God of Love why does he allow the suffering that goes on in the world like famine, and earthquakes etc.
Well hardships help develop our character and strengthen our faith (1 Peter 1:3-7).Our own suffering helps us comfort and have more compassion for others (2 Corinthians 1:3-7)

"I asked God to spare me pain.
God said, No.
Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares
and brings you closer to me"
 

What about baptism?

Scripture is clear that as a sign of our change of heart we need to be baptized as soon, as is practically possible after we have become a Christian. The symbolism of the baptism water is that as we go down into the water we are leaving our sinful lives behind and coming up we are starting a new life which is clean and spotless.
This process was good enough for Jesus when John baptized him, so it should be equally as good for us!


Do I have to give up everything bad overnight?

No, Jesus wants you to come to him warts and all and it is the work of the Holy Spirit (who comes into our lives when we become Christians) to help us to become more like Jesus.
This is not an overnight process so do not get worried about this. However is also up to us to try to avoid situations, which would cause us to sin from now on.
Is it really as simple as you make out?

I do not really make it out. It is the Bible, which tells us how simple it is.
Becoming a Christian is the easy bit because now God want to be in the driving seat of your car (life) and allow you to now be the passenger.
This means quite a change in most of our lives but it is worth it because God is a far better driver than you and me.
 

What do you think Heaven is like?

In Heaven our lives will no longer be troubled with the cares of this life. We will be filled with joy being in the presence of our heavenly Father.  (Revelation 7:13-17)

When will Jesus come back?

The bible says that no one knows the time or season. It also says that God will not return until the entire world has heard the Gospel message

Why don't I wait and make a decision when I am older?

The number of times people have asked me this question. My answer is always what happens if something happened to you tonight, would you be ready to face God. If you have not asked Jesus to forgive you your sins you are in trouble. Jesus doesn't just give us eternal life when we become Christians and it starts then, he also gives you a great life while you are on the earth. Far from being restrictive it is really full and exciting.