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In this unique 13-minute show, Bob Wilkin and guests discuss issues that are vital to justification and sanctification, while keeping those issues distinct. Topics discussed include assurance of salvation, evangelism, eternal rewards, problem passages, perseverance theology, Calvinism and Arminianism, how to interpret Scripture, eschatology, and current issues in Free Grace Theology.

August 20, 2021

Will Regrets Experienced as a Result of the Judgment Seat of Christ be Eternally Painful?

Judgment Seat of Christ, Regret, Rev 21:4, Shame.

Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the judgement seat of Christ. They will give special attention to the nature of regrets at this important judgement. The guys will also be discussing Revelation 21:4, and how it relates to this topic. They will shed some light on this issue by providing the chronological order to end time events, according to Revelation Chapter 20 and 21. These issues and more will be under discussion on the show today. We hope you can join us as we seek to rightly divide the word of truth together.

August 19, 2021

What is the Difference Between Covenant Theology and Reformed Theology? Which One of These Best Describes Dr. John MacArthur

Covenant Theology, Dispensational, Israel, Reformed Theology

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.

August 18, 2021

How Did Eternal Salvation Work in the Old Testament?

6-8, Gal 3:6-14., Gen 15:6, Jn 8:56., Rom 3:20 28-29, Rom 4:1-3

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.

August 17, 2021

Is Calvinism Biblical? How Do We Obtain Faith? How Do We Obtain the Ability to Believe?

2 Pet 1:1-11, Meaning of Faith.

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.

August 16, 2021

Isn’t “Receive” Really a Synonym for “Believe”?

Believe, Jn 1:11-16, Jn 5:14, Receive

Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the word “receive” in the Gospel of John. The guys will discuss whether or not “receive” is a synonym to believe. We will hear the guys discuss John 1:11-16 as it relates to this issue among many other topics. We hope you enjoy this episode.

August 13, 2021

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?

Mt 18:3, Original Sin., Rom 5:12-21

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.

August 12, 2021

Can Unbelievers Prevent Others From Going to Heaven?

2 Thes – Restrainer., gospel of the kingdom, Mt 23:13

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.

August 11, 2021

Is the Church in Need of Another Reformation?

Generational Discipleship., Generational Evangelism, tradition

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.

August 10, 2021

Why Can’t Repentance Refer Both to Turning From Sins and also Turning From False Beliefs?

Acts 11:8, Heb 6:1, Interpretation Principle., Repentance

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.

August 9, 2021

What is the Difference in Between Believing in Christ and in Loving Christ?

Discipleship, Jn 14:15, Jn 15:14., love, Sanctification

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.

August 28, 2026

The Dolly Parton Dilemma

Dolly Parton died this week at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. I must admit that I have a soft place...

August 28, 2026

Assurance in the Gospel of John, Part 1

Welcome to Grace in Focus radio / podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vancendak are continuing a series about assurance of salvation. What does the...

August 27, 2026

What ‘s Your Favorite Bible Chapter?

Many people have a favorite Bible verse. They call it their life verse. Some examples—which, by the way, are misunderstood—are Prov 3:5-6; Jer 29:11; and Phil 4:13. ...

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