1) Why did God create hell? Why does God send people to hell?
That’s a great question! Hell is a place God made for the devil and his angels who rebelled against Him (Matt. 25:41). It’s like a jail for those who choose to follow Satan instead of God. God loves everyone so much and doesn’t want anyone to go to hell (2 Peter 3:9). He sent Jesus to save us from our sins (John 3:16). But God lets us choose: we can follow Jesus and live with God forever, or we can say no to Him. If someone chooses to say no, their sin keeps them apart from God, and that’s what leads to hell (Rom. 6:23). God wants us all to choose His love!
Scripture Support:
Matthew 25:41: “Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.’” This confirms hell was originally prepared for Satan and his demons, not humans.
2 Peter 3:9: “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” This shows God’s desire for all to be saved.
John 3:16-18: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son… Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already…” This highlights that rejecting Jesus leads to condemnation, not God actively “sending” people to hell.
Romans 6:23: “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Sin leads to separation from God, which hell represents.
2) Why couldn’t God forgive our sins freely? Why need horrible death of his own son on the cross?
What a thoughtful question! God is so holy that sin—doing wrong things—separates us from Him, and the punishment for sin is death (Rom. 6:23). God loves us and wants to forgive us, but sin needs to be paid for because He is fair (Heb. 9:22). Long ago, people sacrificed animals to show that something had to die for sin, but those sacrifices weren’t enough. So, God sent His Son, Jesus, to die on the cross for us (John 3:16). Jesus was perfect and took our punishment, like a hero saving us when we couldn’t save ourselves (Isa. 53:5). Because of Jesus’ death, God forgives us when we trust Him, and we can be close to God again (Rom. 3:25)!
Scripture Support:
Romans 6:23: “For the wages of sin is death…” Sin’s consequence is death, requiring payment.
Hebrews 9:22: “In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.” Blood represents life, and atonement requires a sacrifice.
Isaiah 53:5-6: “But he was pierced for our transgressions… the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.” Jesus’ death was the ultimate sacrifice for our sins.
Romans 3:23-25: “For all have sinned… and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus. God presented Christ as a sacrifice of atonement…” This shows God’s justice and mercy met in Jesus.
John 3:16: Emphasizes God’s love as the reason for the sacrifice.
3) Can we eat meat as Christians? Or is it sin as some people in our community consider?
Great question! Eating meat isn’t a sin for Christians. Jesus Himself ate fish (Luke 24:42-43), and God told Peter that all food is clean if we thank Him for it (Acts 10:15). The Bible says we’re free to eat anything (Mark 7:19), but we should be careful. If eating meat makes someone else struggle in their faith, we might choose not to eat it around them to show love (Rom. 14:3). Some people don’t eat meat because of their beliefs, and that’s okay, but we don’t have to follow their rules. We just pray and make choices that honor God and others (1 Cor. 8:9).
Scripture Support:
Mark 7:18-19: “‘Are you so dull?’ he asked. ‘Don’t you see that nothing that enters a person from the outside can defile them?’… (In saying this, Jesus declared all foods clean.)” Jesus removes dietary restrictions.
Acts 10:13-15: “Then a voice told him, ‘Get up, Peter. Kill and eat.’… ‘Do not call anything impure that God has made clean.’” God declares all foods clean in Peter’s vision.
Romans 14:2-3: “One person’s faith allows them to eat anything, but another, whose faith is weak, eats only vegetables. The one who eats everything must not treat with contempt the one who does not…” This emphasizes freedom and consideration for others.
1 Corinthians 8:8-9: “But food does not bring us near to God… Be careful, however, that the exercise of your rights does not become a stumbling block to the weak.” Love guides our choices.
Luke 24:42-43: Jesus ate fish, showing it’s permissible.
4) Why God wouldn’t stop all kinds of wars and bad things like robbery, rape, theft, murder, etc. that happens in our society? If God is love and peace, why doesn’t he stop and prevent all these?
That’s a really important question! When Adam and Eve disobeyed God, sin came into the world, and it made things like wars, stealing, and hurting others happen (Gen. 3:17). It’s like when one toy breaks, and it messes up the whole game. God loves us and hates these bad things, but He lets people choose what to do—good or bad—because He wants us to love Him freely (John 16:33). He doesn’t stop every bad thing right away, but He’s always working to help us. For example, He sent Jesus to save the world from sin, and He comforts people who are hurting (Ps. 34:18). God uses tough times to teach us to help others (2 Cor. 1:4). One day, He promises to stop all bad things forever and make everything new (Rev. 21:4)!
Scripture Support:
Genesis 3:17-19: Sin entered through Adam and Eve, affecting the world with brokenness.
Romans 8:20-22: “For the creation was subjected to frustration… the whole creation has been groaning…” The world is fallen due to sin.
John 16:33: “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Jesus acknowledges suffering but promises victory.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4: “The Father of compassion… comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble…” God uses suffering to equip us to help others.
Revelation 21:4: “‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain…’” God promises to end all evil one day.
Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” God is near in suffering.
5) Does the Bible affirm reincarnation?
That’s a super curious question! The Bible doesn’t teach reincarnation—the idea that we come back as someone or something else after we die. Instead, it says we each get one special life, and after that, we meet God (Heb. 9:27). Jesus talked about being “born again,” but that’s when God changes our hearts to love Him, not getting a new body for another life (John 3:3). When we trust Jesus, He promises we’ll live with Him forever in heaven (2 Cor. 5:8).
Sometimes kids hear stories about people who seem to remember other lives, right? Those stories can sound real, but the Bible helps us understand what’s true. Some might be people’s imaginations, dreams, or even tricks from things that want to confuse us, like bad spirits (1 Tim. 4:1). But we don’t need to be scared—God’s Word is like a flashlight that shows us the right path (Ps. 119:105). If we stick with Jesus, He keeps us safe and guides us to His truth. Our one life is an awesome adventure to love God and others!
Scripture Support:
Hebrews 9:27: “Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment…” This directly refutes reincarnation by affirming one life and judgment.
John 3:3-5: “Jesus replied, ‘Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again… born of water and the Spirit.’” Spiritual rebirth is distinct from reincarnation.
2 Corinthians 5:8: “We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.” Believers go to be with God after death, not into another earthly life.
1 Timothy 4:1: “The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons.” This supports the idea that some beliefs, including reincarnation-like stories, could stem from spiritual deception, but it’s framed carefully for kids.
2 Thessalonians 2:11-12: As noted, this suggests God allows those who reject truth to believe lies, but it’s too complex for children and risks misinterpretation. A simpler verse is better.
Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” God’s Word guides us to truth, countering false ideas.
6) What is baptism? Is it necessary to take it?
Awesome question! Baptism is like telling everyone, “I love Jesus and belong to Him!” It’s when someone goes into water and comes back up to show they’re following Jesus (Rom. 6:4). The water reminds us that Jesus washes away our sins when we trust Him, and it’s like starting a new life with Him (Acts 2:38). It’s not like a magic trick to get to heaven—believing in Jesus is what saves us—but Jesus asked us to get baptized to show we’re part of His family (Matt. 28:19). Think of it like wearing a team jersey to show you’re on Jesus’ team! Is it necessary? Well, we get baptized because we love Jesus and want to obey Him, but it’s our faith in Him that makes us God’s kids (Gal. 3:26).
Scripture Support:
Matthew 28:19-20: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you…” Jesus commands baptism as part of discipleship.
Acts 2:38: “Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’” Baptism is linked to repentance and faith.
Romans 6:3-4: “Or don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead… we too may live a new life.” This connects baptism to identifying with Jesus’ death and resurrection.
Galatians 3:26-27: “So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” Baptism symbolizes becoming part of God’s family.
Mark 16:16: “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.” Belief is primary, but baptism is an act of obedience.
7) What is Holy Communion? Why those who are baptized only enroll in it?
Great question! Holy Communion is a special time when Christians remember Jesus’ love for us (Luke 22:19). We eat bread, which stands for Jesus’ body that was hurt for us, and drink juice or wine, which stands for His blood that saves us from sin (1 Cor. 11:24-25). It’s like saying, “Thank you, Jesus, for dying for me!” Think of it like a family meal where we celebrate being God’s kids. Why only baptized people? Well, baptism shows someone has chosen to follow Jesus and understands what He did for us (1 Cor. 11:28). Communion is for those who know Jesus in their hearts, so they can join in with joy and respect. Jesus told us to do this to remember Him until He comes back (Luke 22:19), and it helps us feel close to Him!
Scripture Support:
Luke 22:19-20: “And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, ‘This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.’” Jesus institutes Communion as a remembrance.
1 Corinthians 11:23-25: “The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, ‘This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way, after supper he took the cup…” This reinforces Communion’s purpose.
1 Corinthians 11:27-29: “So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord… For those who eat and drink without discerning the body of Christ eat and drink judgment on themselves.” This suggests participants should understand and respect Communion’s meaning, implying faith and commitment (often marked by baptism).
John 6:53-54: “Jesus said to them, ‘Very truly I tell you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you…’” While symbolic, this emphasizes Communion’s spiritual significance for believers.
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