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Who is God?
There is one God who has revealed himself through three unique 'aspects', you might say. The three "aspects" that we are referring to are, of course, the "Father", the "Son", and the "Holy Spirit". Each of these is fully and equally the same God. Just as we, as humans, are body, soul, and spirit, and yet we are one, so too is God "Father," "Son," and "Holy Spirit," and yet he is One. None of "body", "soul", and "spirit" is any less us, and so too, none of "Father", "Son", and "Holy Spirit" is any less God when considered alone. And just as we are not complete unless we take into account every aspect of our make-up ... body, soul, and spirit ... so too God is not complete unless we take into account every aspect of his make-up ... Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. (Genesis 1:26,11:6-7,19:24, John 1:1, John 4:24, 1 John 5:20, John 8:58)
Is God Perfect?
Yes, God is perfect. He has never made a mitsake mistake, and he never will make a mistake. He is all knowing. He knows everything there ever has been to know, and everything there ever will be to know. He is all powerful. He can do anything he wants to. Since this is so, and since the world is in chaos (to say the least), God has therefore chosen to leave it in a state of chaos "for the greater good in the end" -- not because he can't immediately "fix things up" if he wants to, but rather because he has deliberately chosen not to fix (some, even most) things up. That is his personal decision, and while it is difficult to accept sometimes, it behooves us all to "act as God" and think we know better. In the midst of trials and tribulations, therefore, the Christian must persevere in faith, trusting God who will make it all work out in the end (... just trust him!). (Deuteronomy 32:4, 2 Samuel 22:31, Psalm 18:30, Matthew 5:48)
To Whom is God Accountable?
God is accountable to no one and sovereign over all. Because he is perfect, as we have seen above, and has never made a mistake, he actually does not need to be accountable to anyone. There is no one higher than him, and he alone deserves all the glory, praise, and honor, for everything that is good and right and proper and noble. His decisions are perfect, and his wisdom is perfect. He is to be trusted and respected in all things. (Hebrews 6:13) "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning." (James 1:17) "Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created." (Revelation 4:11)
Who Created God?
No one created God. He has always existed and he always will exist. We may not be able to fully understand this, but then again, we were created by him and perhaps it is his intention not to fully give us this understanding as to how God could have always existed. That is where faith comes in! Just as it is perfectly clear that a simple thing such as a watch has a maker, so too is it abundantly clear that human beings have a creator. God is the creator of all things, and all things that he created were perfectly good, noble, and proper at the time that they were created, that is, before evil came into the world. God did not create evil. Nor did he originate or plan for evil to happen. However, we know from the Bible that God did have a "backup" plan in mind in case evil should come into the world, and that "backup" plan is what Jesus Christ is all about (more on this later). (Genesis 1:1, Colossians 1:16, John 3:19-20)
Where Did Evil Come From?
The presence of evil came about as the direct result of the free will that God gave mankind (and the angels). According to the Bible, first about a third of the angels "fell" (meaning they disobeyed God, and willfully chose to rebel against him, even though he was and is everything that is good), seeking to be "gods" themselves and refusing to submit to God as loving heavenly Father, which he is to those who are willing to bow before him and recognize him as such, and for which they will be wonderfully rewarded both in this life, and the next (Mark 10:29-30).
Who is Man?
Mankind, or "Man" for short, was created by God in God's image for the purpose of fellowship, or communion, or intimacy, with God. Man is unique over all other created things in that nothing else created by God was created in His Image. For this reason, we understand that God has a very special purpose for having created mankind. His purpose was to have fellowship with Himself. (Genesis 1:27)

In the same way that God has revealed himself in three different ways (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), so too is man composed of three facets, body, soul, and spirit. While his body allows him to relate physically with others, and his soul enables him to relate both emotionally and relationally, the part of man that has fellowship, or "relates" to God is his spirit. Evidentally, because of the presence of so many religions in the world, we can see clearly that mankind "yearns" or "longs" for this fellowship with his creator. However, he is unable to do it on his own. He needs God's help.
Why Did Man Decide To "Do His Own Thing?"
A fallen angel (called a "demon", or an "evil spirit," or simply, a "fallen angel") lured mankind to disobey God just like they had done when they rebelled against God in heaven. This was how rebellion against God, or "sin" entered into the world. In this case, the fallen angel's name was Satan. The Bible explains that there are many fallen angels roaming the world today, that try to continue to lure men and women into committing acts against God, so as to lead them away from God's purposes. (Genesis 3:1, 1 Timothy 4:1)
Is Man Accountable for His Actions?
Even though mankind was first "lured" to sin by the devil himself, and continues to be "tempted" by wrong desires, the devil, other demons, or by others who do bad things and follow bad ways, he is nevertheless still accountable for the decisions that he decides to make. God will hold every person accountable for their actions (whether they were "lured or not" by a fallen angel!). Just as Adam and Eve were punished for their disobedience against God -- even though Satan was the one who tempted them -- so too we will all be held accountable for those choices we have made during our lifetime. None of us will be exempt. (Matthew 12:36-37, Romans 14:10, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Hebrews 9:27, James 1:13-14)
Is There a Judgment?
Yes, there are actually two judgments that we will each have to face, whether young or old, poor or rich, saved or unsaved.
What is the First Judgment?
The first judgment is whether or not we have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of our lives. As the Bible explains, the reward for having come to a trusting relationship with Jesus is eternal life. The consequence of disbelieving, however, and turning one's back on Jesus, is eternal death -- because you are turning your back on the Living God, the very one who created you. You are saying "No" to him. It is a very serious thing to say "no" to God! The Bible warns that the consequence for those who say "no" to God will be forever burning in the lake of fire, along with the devil and his angels. (John 3:36, John 5:24, 1 John 5:10-13, Revelation 19:20, Revelation 20:10,14,15)

There is no middle ground in terms of believing. There is no purgatory -- no second chance once you die. The Bible does not give us a "second chance" option, but simply says, "... it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment." (Hebrews 9:27) We must not fool around with this statement. The Bible warns us that we should make our decision to trust Christ as Savior while we still can. A time is coming when it will be too late! (Psalm 32:6, Luke 13:3, Matthew 25:1-13)
What is Special About The First Judgment?
It is important to know that this judgment is based on faith alone and not on any works that we ever did! You cannot work your way to heaven -- there is no one "good enough" to earn that ... except Jesus. And that is precisely why Jesus came! He did the "good work" that we were supposed to do to earn God's favor to "get" to heaven. He also took the punishment for sins that we were supposed to take in the lake of fire. Jesus will give, or "impart" to us his good work, and will take upon himself our judgment, if we will but trust him as Lord and Savior. The Bible says that we are all sinners. "All have fallen short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23) "There is none that doeth good." (Psalm 53:1) As such, we do not "deserve" heaven! We cannot say, "I am good enough to merit that. I have done good things." No, all have been declared as unrighteous in God's sight. Salvation comes by faith in Christ and by him alone! "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9) "And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God." (1 John 5:11-13)
What is the Second Judgment?
The second judgment is the judgment of our works (deeds). If you trusted in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, then you will go to heaven on account of your faith. But depending on the "good works" that you did while in Christ's service, to that same extent you will obtain a reward from God when you get to heaven. However, to be fair, no one can say just exactly what that reward will be. Some people think it will be a good word from God, perhaps, "Well done". Others believe that it will amount to some type of tangible reward, such as entitlements to authority in heaven (there is a basis for believing that, in fact). But the important thing to remember is that in heaven, there will be no sorrow, or pain, or suffering. No matter what the rewards are, every person there will be eternally happy, secure, and at peace. It will be a place of perfect and eternal blessing! (1 Corinthians 3:13-15)

On the other hand, if you do not trust Christ as Lord and Savior, you will go to the lake of fire, along with the devil and his angels. This is by faith. But depending on the extent to which you knowingly did evil and did not do good, to that same degree you will suffer in the lake of fire, eternally. So there are "variations" of suffering in the lake of fire just as there are variations of blessing in heaven. Not everyone who goes there will suffer to the same extent. But everyone who goes there will suffer, forever, and be eternally separated from God. (Luke 10:8-12, Luke 16:19-31, Revelation 20:13)

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