

The Ask in Faith Podcast
Justin Bates
Seeking Christ-Centered Answers to Life's Difficult Questions.
Each week, we tackle a new question through the lens of Jesus Christ, His Restored Gospel, and revealed scripture. Come join the discussion as we seek to live more Christ-centered, Joyful lives!
Please Note: The opinions expressed on this podcast are my opinions and do not necessarily reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I refer you to official Church sources and the Church website to clarify any doctrinal questions: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/
Each week, we tackle a new question through the lens of Jesus Christ, His Restored Gospel, and revealed scripture. Come join the discussion as we seek to live more Christ-centered, Joyful lives!
Please Note: The opinions expressed on this podcast are my opinions and do not necessarily reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I refer you to official Church sources and the Church website to clarify any doctrinal questions: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/
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Oct 30, 2023 • 15min
Why Tithing? Does God Really Need My Money? (Ep. 2)
As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I often get asked questions about tithing and why I feel so strongly about it. I can only speak for myself, not as an official Church representative, but here are my responses to some of those commonly asked questions about tithing.
This short video certainly doesn't answer every question, so I'd encourage you to continue seeking truth on this subject, while also remembering that the Lord often asks us to obediently trust Him while we wait for further light and knowledge. Hope it helps!
PLEASE COMMENT BELOW: How has the practice of tithing been a blessing in your life?
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ON THIS SUBJECT:
-Gospel Topic: Tithing - https://tinyurl.com/5h5xs2zb
-Gospel Topic: Consecration
-Gospel Topic: Consecration and Stewardship
-D&C 119
-Luke 21:1-4
-Malachi 3:8-10
-Pres. James E. Faust, "Opening the Windows of Heaven," Oct. 1998 General Conference.
-https://youtu.be/_nAgMpXRqLA?si=99tAsVWJt1U6ohJg (YouTube Video of Church Historians Steven C. Harper and the late Kate Holbrook explaining the fundamentals of consecration - Really Good!)
FOR FURTHER RESOURCES ABOUT THE RESTORED CHURCH: Please visit https://ComeUntoChrist.org or leave a comment below and I'll point you in the right direction.
PLEASE NOTE: The opinions expressed on this podcast are my opinions and do not necessarily reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I refer you to official Church sources and the Church website to clarify any doctrinal questions https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/

Oct 30, 2023 • 12min
Why Marriage? Is It Required? What if I Don't Want to Marry? (Ep. 1)
As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I often get asked questions about the importance of marriage between a man and a woman and why I feel so strongly about it. I can only speak for myself, not as an official Church representative, but here are my answers to some of those commonly asked questions about marriage.
This short video certainly doesn't answer every question, so I'd encourage you to continue seeking truth on this subject, while also remembering that the Lord often asks us to obediently trust Him while we wait for further light and knowledge. Hope it helps!
COMMENT BELOW: How has marriage and family been a blessing in your life?
For further resources on this subject, including the words of ancient prophets in scripture as well as the words of living prophets, see: https://tinyurl.com/3tnaxpnv
For further resources about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, please visit: ComeUntoChrist.org or leave a comment below!
Please Note: The views expressed here are my opinions and do not necessarily reflect the views of Seminaries and Institutes of Religion or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.