What is the Difference Between Covenant Theology and Reformed Theology? Which One of These Best Describes Dr. John MacArthur
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Today on Grace in Focus radio, we are answering questions from our listeners. Bob and Shawn will be discussing the distinction between Covenant Theology and Reformed Theology. They will also discuss replacement theology, its view on church, and some of the pitfalls that can come from this perspective. Finally, we will hear Bob unpack the significance of Israel's existence beyond the Millennial Kingdom, and why that is important.
How Did Eternal Salvation Work in the Old Testament?
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Were the Old Testament saints saved by keeping the law? Could they lose their salvation if they failed to keep the law? How were Gentiles saved in the Old Testament? Today on Grace in Focus radio, we will be discussing some of these issues. We will hear Bob and Shawn address salvation in the Old Testament, and how we reconcile justification by faith and the Law of Moses. We will hear the guys unpack the purpose of the law by looking at Romans chapters 3 and 4. Bob will also pay some attention to Abraham, drawing from some key verses about the patriarch. Join us as we dive into this important topic.
Is Calvinism Biblical? How Do We Obtain Faith? How Do We Obtain the Ability to Believe?
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On today's episode of Grace in Focus radio, we will hear Bob and Shawn discuss the unbeliever's ability to believe. The guys will spend some time addressing 2 Peter 1:1-11. Specifically, they will address what it means when Peter states that his readers had obtained faith in this passage. The guys will be giving special attention to the type of faith that the Apostle Peter is dealing with in this passage. These and many more issues will be unpacked on the show. Join us as we strive to keep Grace in Focus.
Isn’t Believing in the Death &; Resurrection of Jesus Christ the Same as Believing in His Promise of Everlasting Life? Also What is the Meaning and Implication of Original Sin?
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Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be answering two questions from our listeners. The first deals with the content of saving faith. Is believing in the death and resurrection of the Lord, synonymous with believing in Jesus for eternal life? The guys will draw some distinctions between these two ideas. Secondly, we will hear the guys unpack original sin. They will address this concept by looking at passages such as Rom 5:12-21, and provide some resources for further study. We hope you can join us as discuss these issues.
Can Unbelievers Prevent Others From Going to Heaven?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. Can an unbeliever prevent someone else from going to heaven? The guys will discuss this question in light of Matt 23:13. We will hear them address the gospel of the Kingdom, and how that is different from the gospel of eternal life for all who believe in Jesus. These, and many more issues will be unpacked on this episode. We hope you join us as we discuss this important question.
Is the Church in Need of Another Reformation?
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Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob will be answering some of our listeners questions. Is the church in need of another reformation? The guys will discuss the history of the Protestant reformation under Martin Luther. We will hear some of the pitfalls that came out of the reformation and try to learn from those mistakes. We will also hear the guys provide some applications for our daily lives. We hope you can join us as we strive to keep Grace in Focus.
Why Can’t Repentance Refer Both to Turning From Sins and also Turning From False Beliefs?
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Can repentance mean different things depending on the context?  Today, Bob and Shawn will be unpacking two verses that deal with repentance to see if the word can mean both turning from sin and turning from a false belief. First, the guys will discuss Acts 11:18. We will hear Bob address who is speaking in the passage, while also giving us some context clues within Acts, including Acts 15:7-11 and Acts 10. Secondly, we will here about Hebrews 6:1. How does the author of Hebrews use the word repentance? Is it different from Acts? Join us as we dive into this discussion.
What is the Difference in Between Believing in Christ and in Loving Christ?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn are taking questions from our listeners. The guys will be discussing the difference between believing in Jesus and loving Him. They will draw from passages such as John 14:15, John 15:14, and Matt 25:31-46. We will hear Bob make some distinctions between different forms of sanctification. We hope you join us for these important discussions.
Can a Believer’s Name Be Blotted Out of the Book of Life?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Rev 3:5 and, Rev 22:18-19. How do we handle these verses in light of the doctrine of assurance? Can a believer have his/her name blotted out of the book of life? We will hear Bob give an overview to this issue by looking to the overwhelming evidence of eternal security. The guys will then provide some insights to these specific verses in light of their context. We hope you join us as we seek to keep Grace in Focus.