Is God's Hand Behind EVERY Death? LIVE Q&A! Apr 11 w/ Pastor David Guzik

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟐𝐏𝐌 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 / 𝟑𝐏𝐌 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐐&𝐀 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦!
Welcome to the weekly live Q&A with Pastor David Guzik, author of the Enduring Word Bible commentary. After our lead question, Pastor David takes questions via the live chat - simply add your questions & our moderators will arrange & deliver them to Pastor David according to theme or subject!
This week, Pastor David's lead question comes from Pam via email. She writes:
"I have a question. A friend of mine who was a missionary in Africa for years recently died of cancer. Another friend says that God killed her based on Deuteronomy 32:39 where He says “I kill and I make alive.” This person says when someone dies, it is God who has killed him. I think it is a misinterpretation of this scripture, taken out of context. Can you help me?"
Resources:
📺 Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage
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📺 Marriage and Divorce, Matthew 5:31-32
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This week's questions:
0:00 Greetings and Introduction
1:18 Lead Question
14:45 ​​Historical records tell us that Peter was crucified upside down, not feeling worthy to die the same way as his Lord. Isn't that a bit prideful? As if to show he does something "better" or with more difficulty or suffering, even dying?
17:47 ​​Could Jesus' action in Matt 21: 12-17 of overturning tables in the temple area mean he was not perfect?
21:10 ​​Good afternoon. In 1 Samuel, David and Johnathan seemed to lie and scheme in chapters 20 and 21. They lied to Saul and to the priest Ahimelek. Yet, seemed to have favor from God. Why this exception?
25:05 ​​Does God destine people to hell? I know we all deserve hell, but I specifically mean people made for hell without choice - the Calvinistic view of Romans 9.
27:40 I got confused with your answer about God allow us to die. So it was God who created a world that we are going to die, or is it because of sin ?
28:50 ​​Our pastor says we all have a conscience BEFORE we are born again. Does the Bible teach this? Romans 3 says "there is none righteous, no, not one and so on.
​​31:55 My question is referring to Luke Chapter 23 verse 31. For if men do these things when the tree is green, what will happen when it is dry? Does this refer just to the Romans in AD70?
​​34:30 Good Afternoon Pastor David! Why do we often see the distinction of "Children of Jacob/House of Jacob" in Scripture, as opposed to being referred to as descendants of A, I & J? (*Moderator mistakenly changed to “Abraham, Isaac & Joseph” instead of Jacob)
36:55 As my ex-husband cheated after legal divorce, is that counted as adultery, and therefore the ground for my prior divorce could be adultery? (📺 See Divorce videos linked above)
42:35 Was curious if you are familiar with "Spiritual Formation" and, if I am correct, how to show Biblically this may not be what people think it is?
46:10 Exactly When Does a Believer Receive the Holy Spirit?
50:00 Why did the king of Israel tear his clothes in 2 Kings 5? we learn from scripture that the tearing of clothes is a sign of Mourning, not Anger. ‪@olivertheemoji5424‬
52:10 I think that the tree of life represents eternal life BUT why did God say to "guard it unless they take hold of it" and in Revelation, what is the significance of the fruits and leaves?
55:10 ​​Who is one of your favorite early church fathers and why?
​​56:10 Seeing today's public school system, my family decide to move to homeschooling for my 2 daughters. What is the essential things I should look for in a church that can help me through the process?
57:05 ​​Do I have to pray out loud? or will God, knowing my heart and my thoughts, answer my “unspoken” prayer? I think our devices, Alexa, etc are listening. I don’t feel comfortable praying out loud anymore.
58:17 ​​Hello, do Church "membership covenants" that outline expected behavior frustrate grace (bind us to our word/oath) in that it is more than a "yes"/"no" as to what we will do? Are "house rules" biblical?
1:00:00 ​​I have learned so much from your teachings. I listen to you often.. I would like to visit your ministry in California. Are you still in Brazil?
1:00:55 ​​Hello Pastor 🙋🏽‍♀ Is there a difference between believing on Jesus and believing in Jesus?
1:01:20 ​​Have you ever considered making a Study Bible? The David Guzik study Bible? Or enduring word study Bible? I’m sure many will be blessed by it.
#biblestudy #christianity #enduringword #jesus #bible #christianliving

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

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[@dis.ofyhwh3854]

I believe Yahweh Elohim is not behind death (Biblically speaking) in two categories, 1. Murder and 2. Suiside

[@geraldinepennell]

Pastor David is there a Bible verse on Felix the governor in the Bible that’s say Felix ordered the death of many Jews please help in this matters thanks 🙏

[@simplelifewithbruni_2026]

I totally love your Bible commentary (Enduring Word) I teach the youth in my church and your commentary has helped me so much. I also enjoy learning from your teachings here on KZbin. Thank you so much Pastor.

[@beblessed77]

God is good all the time ,,, "Time spent in prayer is never wasted." If you are reading this, I pray for you, dear father who is reading this guide him or her in all difficult times , I pray amen.

[@follow-yeshua]

Thank you !

[@thundershadow]

Precious in the eyes of the Lord is the death of his saints. Greater is the day of a man's death than the day of his birth. We have the unfortunate limited perspective of a finite being. God sees and he knows things differently.

[@TheDaddycatty]

I can not wait for your study Bible to be released. I'm sure it will become my favorite. Your commentary is my go-to first for scripture text and audio. Thank you, Pastor David.

[@ericvangent1302]

Our been chosen by God is because Christ is THE CHOSEN ONE. You cannot separate being chosen from Christ, HE is the chosen one. We are CHOSEN IN CHRIST. If you are in Christ, you are chosen, BECAUSE you are in Christ! Btw, I'm from the netherlands, and today I discovered this Chanel; thank you for your teachings!

[@deedaniel201]

This programme just came up on my page. Never heard of it but the title question caught me as this is something i have been pondering on for some time. I ended up looking at the entire thing. What a blessing it was! Thank you

[@Angel77_7]

What amazing commentary regarding dying. Thank you David.

[@reneeshort5048]

Hello from SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦 thanks for the teaching. 😅

[@jackiewaite2727]

I can’t wait for your study Bible. I’ll for sure buy it!

[@shenandoahschwarz4978]

cant wait for that Bible to come out!!!!!! 😊

[@merchybrenin1849]

Give a thumbs up to help this video to reach more people. I really enjoy your wise and sage answers David. May we all go to scriptures ourselves to verify what the Lord says. Keep on brother.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

So glad it was helpful and that you enjoyed it, I thank you for your kind words and for your support. Blessings in Jesus' name.

[@pastorlove3762]

Thank you so much. I read your commentary and it enhances my Bible learning and teaching skills. God bless you, sir. I am very grateful.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

You are very welcome, thank you for your kind words and your support. Blessings in Jesus' name!

[@trentonbanks8549]

Amen,Goodafternoon.

[@MarySmith-ih3wy]

God sees the beginning to the end and in His mercy He allows some Death for someone not to suffer any more

[@margogeorges1454]

God bless you Pastor Guzik I learn so much from these Q&A.

[@Sce7]

Homeschool mom here.. Agree to everything Pastor David say. I use christian based curriculum, however I have learned the importance of teaching my boys what the lies m public schools and non believers are believing. And the false religions. Pretty much all things apologetics to them. Of course I teach theses things by the maturity level. This is to help prepare them for the real world and to not be lead astray and stand strong in the truth. I did not grow up in a Christian home. But most of my group of friends growing up did. Sadly the majority of them are not believers. They continue to believe different things.. I have heard from many apologist that the numbers are growing with this trend. I think Mellisa Dougherty has some tips for how she teaches her kids. Sean McDowell is great My go to is Frank Turek for me to help articulate the answer as well as pastor David and Mike winger

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Wonderful, thank you for sharing your experience and expertise. Blessings to you and your family, in His name.

[@ozaru_36]

Thank you, Pastor , I am very blessed 1:03:53 ed

[@ereid4095]

Although, I knew what was said because my pastor pretty much explained it, as he did here. Thank you for bringing the WORD of God back to my remembrance and context through spiritual and natural definition. With so many deaths around me, my late husband on 3/2014, my godbrother on 4/ 2024, a dear friend on 4/2024, and many more. This video was a reassurance and rest for my soul .❤

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Very happy to hear you share this. Thank you for your kind words and for your support. God be with you, may He cause His face to shine upon you.

[@janeecejjf2001]

I will buy your Study Bible. Most Bibles I have are published by Thomas Nelson. Great choice in publisher!

[@reneeshort5048]

The secret things belong to Him ❤..His will be done. Job.. suffering..God restores. ❤❤❤

[@eliannag9507]

Please publish the study bible in ESV format 🙏

[@christinedenton8949]

Another wonderful week of Q's !!! 🙌🙏

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Glad you enjoyed it! God be with you!

[@LukaLightwolf]

Is not just our life has a meaning , but also our death has a significance. To understand the death of each apostle of The Lord, first You need to study their life mission, then ask meditate and contemplate alongside with The Holy Ghost, to understand the answer who is meaningful for your life also

[@radarman]

I’ll buy your Bible God Bless You Cjm

[@Unknownfisherman]

Thank you!

[@smithashibutvm]

I am so excited about the study bible. I wish it to be affordable for us from India.

[@rK-em4yy]

Let's not forget the gruesome deaths of the prophets of the bible, the apostles and many early saints... Thanks and Praise to our beloved The Lord, Jesus Christ death for the believer is not as for the unbeliever. 1 corinthians 15:12-58, 1 Thess 4:13-18 The following verse always comforts me when i have to say goodbye to someone whom i perceived as faithful to God : Isaiah 57:1=2 "The righteous perish, and no one takes it to heart; the devout are taken away, and no one understands that the righteous are taken away to be spared from evil.Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death."' God is Sovereign and nothing in creation happens without Him having allowed it to happen and all things work towards His good and perfect purpose.

[@teresawalters3422]

God created a perfect world yet by Adam’s choice to sin that created a fallen world and therefore we now live in a broken world

[@matthewweber6207]

What translation will the study Bible be in?

[@reneeshort5048]

I lost both my sons..a lady from a local church said it's because I watched "Star Wars " ridiculous 😢😮

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

That does sound very ridiculous and not likely to be the case. Sorry to hear about your sons, praying for peace and reconciliation.

[@reneeshort5048]

@@DavidGuzikEnduringWord thanks Pastor much appreciated 👏 💐

[@sandrasanders706]

WHA????? So sorry for your loss of your sons. Wow..

[@ChristianTravelers]

Just happened on this video and was pleased with your thoughtful answers and subscribed for the future. Following up on the first question, how do you interpret Job 14:5? “Since his days are determined, the number of his months is with You; and You have set his limits so that he cannot pass." (NASB) God sets the limits of our lifespan? Are these maximum limits, and events could happen that would shorten life prior to these limits? (e.g., suicide, accident, not taking care of our health, God's intervention) Or, is this saying that God sets the limits with His foreknowledge?

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Job 14:5 was Job's comment on the length of life that God allows for a person.

[@ChristianTravelers]

@@DavidGuzikEnduringWord thanks

[@jvieceli]

Sorry for a non-Bible question. But what software does Pastor David use to share his screen on the video?

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

He uses software that is native to the specific hardware he uses, which is the ATEM Mini Pro. But you can achieve the same effects without that hardware, by using OBS, Streamlabs (which are free), or Streamyard (which has a free version).

[@joycestewart6249]

❤❤❤

[@melanieazada6386]

That's a disgusting questio as a believer God is the only one who can judge. It is not the reason if you are missionary you will not die whatever happens to our life the it's the will of the Lord it's not a reason that anything your doing in this world will keep us alive. Remember that we are save by the grace and mercy of our God not for what we did in this world the everlasting life is not in this world but it's in His kingdom.

[@geoffreysaulten-zs2kk]

What if someone is being murdered

[@JesusisAlive_33]

40:20 isn't it a sin to re-marry once your ex husband/wife is still alive?

[@geoffreysaulten-zs2kk]

My grandson who was then 21 years was brutally being killed and shot at 2020,did God allowed it.Just a question.

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Enduring Word Team: Very sorry to hear of your loss, the pain of such tragedy is often quite difficult to bear, even many years on. While God is able to do all things, and nothing is outside of His control, some have found it helpful to compare God's relation to tragedies to what happens in a prison. The prison guards and staff have all of the power, all the surveillance, and the capacity to stop or prevent any evil from occurring, whenever they want, with the right resources & planning. They set the rules and code of conduct for everyone. Yet, no matter how thorough, direct, or severe the guards try to control or intervene (or protect), there will always be a prisoner or group of prisoners who conspire to cause trouble and pain. Even in the most maximum security prisons, or among the most well-behaved prisoners, many will oppose or evade the protections that are put in place, and cause terrible tragedies and pain. Does this mean the "guards" are not in control? That they are powerless, or even evil for "allowing" terrible things? Or, does this rather mean that the wickedness of man and the evils of this world are so prevalent and widespread, and our sinful nature is far more to blame than those above us who provide for us and watch over us. The comparison of life to a prison and God to a guard is flawed, overly simplistic, and very unflattering, but it's just a small illustration of how the wickedness of man occurs despite overwhelming power and authority. - Enduring Word Team

[@mtola2]

I could be wrong but I don’t think God created the world with cancer. Everything He made was good and perfect. It’s the fall of man and sin that brings these things in. Am I wrong ?

[@DavidGuzikEnduringWord]

Pastor Lance replies - You are correct. But ultimately, God does allow the consequences of sin. That is a necessary corollary to our ability to make real choices.