DEAR NORAH: I dated in high school but now my younger sister wants to date, what advise should I give her? – Stressed Sister from Tulsa, Oklahoma DEAR SISTER: Be honest! Let her know what you wish you would have … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: Is joining a small group better than attending a big church service? – Bigger better? From Norman, Oklahoma DEAR BIGGER BETTER: As long as your church services have a biblical foundation, the size of your church is up … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: What are ways that I can better develop my own faith instead of copying my parent’s faith. – Faith Follower from Abilene, Texas DEAR FAITH FOLLOWER: Branch out and do some research on your own. Explore God in … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: Is going to parties where alcohol is served wrong? – Party or Not from Ada, Oklahoma DEAR PARTY OR NOT: Alcohol can be an extremely dangerous thing. If you don’t have permission to be there from your parents/guardians, … Continue reading →

From the Winterfest Bible 2012 Fasting is an expression of self-control for the sake of serving God. The central idea of fasting is the voluntary denial of an otherwise normal function for the sake of intense spiritual activity. The Bible deals … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: Is there a translation of the Bible that sticks to the original meaning of the text, but is more readable than a literal translation? – Constantly Studying from Edmond, Oklahoma DEAR STUDYING: Translations are either literal to the … Continue reading →

From the Winterfest Bible 2012 Christians are commanded to pray. The word “command” is key. It is not an option. In this sense, prayer is both a privilege and a duty. Prayer, like everything else, is done for the glory … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: My mother is a very devoted Christian and she never approves of any of the girls I bring home for her to meet whether they’re just friends or if its something more. What do I do? – Lost … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: Do you have any advice for someone who is disliked by their significant other’s sibling? – Sibling Spatter from Phoenix, Arizona DEAR SPATTER: Talk with your significant other about it and see what they have to say. They … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: Final exams are a stressful time. It is hard not to let my faith fall to the side a bit. What are ways to manage to study and still put God above everything? – Frazzled Friend DEAR FRAZZLED … Continue reading →

When was the last time you sat by yourself, turned off all outside noises, and listened and waited for the Word of God? Meditation is a discipline – it’s meant to improve communication skills with the Almighty Father. It can … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: I am very competitive. What do you think could help me be not so competitive? – Hungry Helper from Tulsa, Oklahoma DEAR HUNGRY: Competitive activities can easily become very intense. Before you let your competitiveness get the best … Continue reading →

DEAR NORAH: I’ve been questioning lately if the academic major I’m going into really is for me. I’ve prayed about it and talked about it with my family and friends but am still so confused. Do you think there’s anything … Continue reading →