FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, does God control the weather? Around this time of the year (due to impending spring storms) we get asked this question. If the question was simply, “Can God control the weather?” the answer would be yes. There are many instances recorded in the Bible where God’s power directed the weather. The Book ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, does God use bad things to teach us? First of all, we need to see that the bad things in our life do not come from God. Jesus clearly tells us in John 10:10 “The thief (the devil) does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I (Jesus) have come that they may have life, and that they may have it ... Read More

Rev. Michael Lokietek, Family Church of Chautauqua County FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, how do I get the most out of attending Church? I always say that “you only get out what you put in.” This is also true when it comes to our worship experience. In this column I would like to share some ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, I am a new believer and want to start attending a church. What should I look for? I want to commend you for your decision to start attending church. The Bible says that it is the will of God that we are part of a local body of believers (Hebrews 10:25). One of the most important things to look for is a church that ... Read More

Rev. Michael Lokietek, Family Church of Chautauqua County FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, the messages I hear at my church don’t seem to relate to my life. Is it supposed to be this way? Your question reminds me of a scripture passage that tells about the earthly ministry of Jesus. Matthew 7:28-29 ... Read More

Rev. Michael Lokietek, Family Church of Chautauqua County FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, my family wants me to go to church for Easter. I find it boring. Why should I go? Dear friend, I appreciate your honesty. It’s unfortunate that there is too much truth to your observation. Many people endure church ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, why is the resurrection of Jesus so important? With the celebration of Easter just around the corner, your question is very timely. While most people spend great effort to honor the birth of Jesus Christ, it is the Resurrection of Jesus Christ that is truly the most important event for all of mankind. Without the ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY -- Dear Pastor, why is Easter so important? I’m so glad you asked! Many people view the celebration of Easter mostly as a time for Easter baskets, chocolate bunnies, and dressing up when (or if) we go to church. Basically, the whole event of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is seen more as a historical event with little or no ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY -- As a Christian, I know I shouldn’t fear but I feel controlled by it. Can you help me? (Part 3) We previously covered the first three steps to being free from fear. These are, 1) becoming saved by committing to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, 2) knowing the source of fear, and 3) knowing your rights and privileges as a Christian. ... Read More

FREDONIA, NY -- As a Christian, I know I shouldn’t fear, but I feel controlled by it. Can you help me? (Part 2) Last week we shared the first two steps to freedom from fear. The first step was a commitment to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the second step was to know that the source of fear is the devil (2 Timothy 1:7). The third step is to ... Read More