The Power of Asking Questions in Your Faith Journey

The Power of Asking Questions in Your Faith Journey

In a world where changing minds seems increasingly difficult, asking questions about our faith isn't a sign of weakness - it's a path to deeper understanding and stronger conviction.

Why Are We Afraid to Ask Questions About Faith?

Many Christians avoid asking questions about their faith out of fear that it shows doubt or weakness. However, the Bible is filled with examples of people who questioned and sought deeper understanding, including Nicodemus, a Pharisee who approached Jesus with questions.

What Can We Learn from Nicodemus?

Nicodemus was a respected religious leader who took a risk by seeking Jesus at night with questions. Despite his position and what others might think, he was willing to engage in dialogue and seek understanding. His questioning didn't weaken his faith - it ultimately strengthened it and led to profound transformation.

The Transformation of Nicodemus

The evidence of Nicodemus's transformed faith is seen in his actions after Jesus's death:

• He publicly defended Jesus before other religious leaders
• He helped prepare Jesus's body for burial
• He contributed expensive burial spices worth approximately $150,000-200,000 in today's value

How Does God View Our Questions?

God is not annoyed by our questions - He's annoyed when we don't ask them. The Bible encourages us to:

• Seek wisdom from God (James 1:5)
• Become like children in our faith (Matthew 18:3)
• Test and examine our beliefs
• Engage with scripture actively rather than passively accepting

What Happens When We Stop Asking Questions?

When we stop questioning and examining our faith:

• Our spiritual growth becomes stagnant
• We risk following traditions blindly
• We miss opportunities for deeper understanding
• Our faith becomes more about rules than relationship

Life Application

This week, challenge yourself to:

1. Write down three questions you've been afraid to ask about your faith
2. Find a trusted friend or mentor to discuss these questions with
3. Spend time in scripture seeking answers
4. Remember that questioning isn't doubting - it's seeking understanding

Ask yourself:

• What questions about my faith have I been avoiding?
• Who can I trust to explore these questions with?
• How can I create space in my life for deeper spiritual exploration?
• Am I willing to see things from God's perspective rather than holding onto my own?

Remember, turning toward Jesus is always the right answer, even when we don't have all the answers to our questions.