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Q&As
Dive into biblical wisdom and thoughtful responses to pressing questions asked of each of our retreat speakers. Here, we discuss theology, Christian living, relationships, and church life. This category provides answers rooted in Scripture and Reformed teaching, tackling the practical and spiritual struggles of young adults and church leaders. If you're seeking encouragement in your walk with Christ, these questions and answers aim to edify and equip you in your faith journey.


Sanctification, Grieving, & Anger | Q&A With Rev. Joel Beeke & Mary Beeke (Part 3)
Rev. Joel Beeke at Abide 2021 explored sanctification, trusting God in loss, dealing with anger in prayer, and comfort in the gospel.
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4 min read


Dealing with Sexual Sin | Q&A With Rev. Mark Jones (Part 3)
Rev. Mark Jones explored emotional intimacy boundaries, the gravity of sexual sin, and its profound impact on relationships and the gospel.
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4 min read


Purposes of Marriage, Devotionals, Challenges for Young Adults, Evangelism, & Media | Q&A With Rev. Paul Murphy (Part 2)
Rev. Paul Murphy shared wisdom on biblical marriage, sanctification, gospel sharing, sexual purity, and choosing Christ-centered media.
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4 min read


Prayer & Sin | Q&A With Rev. Mark Jones (Part 2)
Rev. Mark Jones delves into prayer’s challenges, unanswered prayers, corporate prayer, sin’s stages, and deliberate acts of righteousness.
Abide - Young Adult Reformed Fellowship
6 min read


Christian Identity, Prayer, LGBTQ+, Hospitality, & Evangelism | Q&A With Rev. Christopher Gordon (Part 2)
Rev. Christopher Gordon shared insights on living faithfully in the last days, handling guilt, prayer discipline, and standing firm.
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6 min read


Identifying Sin, Tiers of Heaven, & the Law & the Gospel | Q&A With Rev. Joel Beeke & Mary Beeke (Part 2)
Rev. Joel and Mary Beeke at Abide 2021 explored identifying sin, tiers of heaven, and the role of the law in leading us to Christ.
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5 min read


Masculinity & Femininity, The Lord’s Day, Carnal Christianity | Q&A With Rev. Paul Murphy (Part 1)
Rev. Paul Murphy at Abide 2022 explored biblical masculinity, femininity, Sabbath joy, gospel transformation, and his conversion testimony.
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6 min read


Ministry, Spiritual Warfare, Suffering, & Prosperity | Q&A With Rev. Christopher Gordon (Part 1)
Rev. Christopher Gordon unpacked Daniel and Revelation and explored ministry challenges, spiritual attacks, and living faithfully.
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8 min read


Psalms in Corporate Worship | Q&A With Rev. Gary Zekveld (Part 1)
Rev. Gary Zekveld explored Psalms as Christ’s songs, exclusive psalmody, and the emotional and theological richness of the Psalms.
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5 min read


Assurance, Infant Baptism, Singleness, Alcohol, Union With Christ, & Demons | Q&A With Rev. Joel & Mary Beeke (Part 1)
Rev. Joel Beeke’s insights at Abide 2021 covered assurance, baptism, singleness, parenting, and resisting Satan, promoting unity in Christ.
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5 min read


Yeezy’s, Sin, LGBTQ+, & Repentance | Q&A With Mark Jones (Part 1)
Rev. Mark Jones led Abide’s 2023 retreat, tackling tough questions on repentance, doctrinal fidelity, and hope for backsliders.
Abide - Young Adult Reformed Fellowship
5 min read


Counseling, Encouraging Pastors, Loving Sinners, Fear, & Prayer | Q&A With Rev. Gary Zekveld (Part 2)
Rev. Gary Zekveld shared insights on biblical counseling, Christ’s humanity, loving in truth, and fostering a prayerful culture in church.
Abide - Young Adult Reformed Fellowship
5 min read
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