1. Often, we hear that if our earthly father loves us so much, how much more does our heavenly Father love us. My mother and father both have let me know all my life that I wasn’t wanted, that everything bad is my fault, that I’m not good enough. HOW do I accept that God loves me?

2. So Jesus told the thief on the cross that he would be with him in paradise that day but Paul says those that are dead in Christ will rise first to meet him in the air when he returns.  So do Christians go to heaven (or paradise) to be with Jesus when they die or at the return of Christ?

3. When we are tempted to sin, are we tempted by our own sinful nature or are we being tempted by Satan? Or is it a combination of both?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

1. Some say God is different in the New Testament from the Old Testament. I know that can’t be true since God doesn’t change, but how can I respond to this accusation of a changing God?

2. In the case of rape, is abortion ok?—How painful to care the baby of your rapist. And what if the victim is a very young girl?

3. Will living babies and toddlers join in the rapture, or will they remain during the tribulation?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

1. What about the person in X region of the world who has never heard the good news of Jesus, will they face eternal judgment? 

2. As an employer, how can I use my work as a calling from God—his placement of me in the world? 

3. If a non-Christian friend is willing to read some scripture in considering Christianity, where should I recommend that they read?

 3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation. Questions can be submitted at myshbc.com/contact. 

You can also text them to 505-258-2076 or email [email protected]. All questions will be kept anonymous.

1. Cremating a loved one, does it go against biblical instruction?

2. What are some of the things that you guys have questions about as far as Christianity?

3. How can I help my friend in poverty, while keeping their dignity in tact?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

1. What if I grew up in a dysfunctional family, can I still be used by God?

2. What are some best practices for a quiet time? How do you guys spend time alone with God?

3. Is it ok for a Christian to get counseling from a licensed counselor/therapist? 

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

1. What about people with XXY chromosomes (intersex persons)? What is the Bible’s approach to such individuals?

2. When a mother’s life is at risk during pregnancy or delivery, is it wrong to pursue medical procedures to save her life that may put the baby at risk?

3. Is there a way for hobbies to be God-honoring?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

How should we as Christians respond to global warming? 

I know God calls us to be stewards of this planet, but I also know that someday He will come back and heal this fallen planet and there will be a new heaven and a new earth.

Should we thank people in the service industry? 

Pastor Doug said that we shouldn’t thank people for doing things they’re supposed to do. How then should we interact with waitstaff and people who help us in the service industry? They’re just doing what they’re supposed to do. 

In what ways does the Bible acknowledge the dignity of women beyond human societies historically?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

1. If God is good, why do evil and pain exist? Why do bad things happen?

2. Why don’t Baptists baptize infants?

3. Should local church gatherings be for the sake of the Christians or non-Christians?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

1. Based on Jesus’ parable of the rich fool and his statement “life is not measured by how much you own”, how do you determine how much is enough and how much is too much?

2. What is some wisdom for handling family conflict (siblings, spouses, or parent/child)?

3. Besides Jesus, who is one of your favorite people in the Bible and why?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.

1. If I’m single, is it wrong to strongly desire marriage?

2. Why do some Christians emphasize journaling? If it’s beneficial, how do you do it?

3. How do I know if I’m called into vocational ministry?

3 Questions is a weekly podcast from Southern Hills Baptist Church. Each week our ministers will answer three questions submitted by the congregation.