The Relationship Between Questions and Answers

Apr 22, 2026    Pastor Jeff Smith

Question and Answers | 1 Timothy 1:4–5


What kind of questions strengthen faith—and which ones weaken it?

In this message from 1 Timothy 1:4–5, we examine the biblical difference between questions that minister faith and questions that minister confusion. From the very first question asked in Genesis 3 to the doctrinal warnings given by Paul to Timothy and Titus, Scripture shows that not every question is profitable.


This lesson explores:

The wrong kind of questions that produce speculation rather than edification

The right kind of questions that lead to wisdom and certainty

How sincere questions create opportunities to convince the gainsayers through sound doctrine

Why believers must hold fast the mystery of the faith and the word of truth

God has given His word so we may answer the words of truth with certainty (Proverbs 22:20–21).


Learn how to minister answers that strengthen faith rather than multiply confusion.