Q & A

“And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth; for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.” (Luke 21:25-26)

Questions, questions, questions. A proper question begs a proper answer.

“Perplexities” is an old-fashioned word for circumstances that puzzle the mind.  It means: a state of quandary, to be at a mental loss, or to have no way out. 

In recent days and weeks, many have found themselves perplexed. Government leaders have been at a loss for the answers to coronavirus and its impacts.  

Perplexity can lead to confusion.  We know that God is not the author of confusion, but of peace (I Corinthians 14:33).  He is the one with all the answers.

One of the common formats of communicating information is through questions and answers—"Q & A” for short. In times of trouble, leaders seek to answer questions from every angle in order to settle the minds of the masses.

The Bible does not condemn the asking of questions.  In fact, questions are encouraged.

“…when thy son asketh thee in time to come…” what do all these things mean, you are commanded to answer his questions. (Deut. 6:20-21)

“When your children shall ask…” you should “let your children know…” (Joshua 4:21-22) The Biblical example is that when your children ask you a question, you should provide them an appropriate explanation.

“...be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason…” (I Peter 3:15)

Take your questions to God.  He doesn’t resent being asked the hardest of questions.

Why? How long? What is the purpose? Where should I go?  What should I do?

What burdens are you carrying that can be posed to the Lord as a series of questions? What are the things that trouble your mind?

The Lord invites, “Cast all your cares upon me, I will care for you.”