Grace In Focus Radio Episodes – Page 142 – Grace Evangelical Society

July 27, 2020

Who are the Elect in the Bible?

Chosen To Serve, What is the standard for what honors God?

Today we begin another series answering your questions. Send them to questions@faithalone.org or radio@faithalone.org. When the Bible mentions "the elect", to whom is it referring? What is the standard for what honors God? Bob and Shawn discuss these topics in today's broadcast.

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July 24, 2020

4 Practical Strengths of the Alternate View of 2 Cor 13:5-7

2 Cor 13:5-7, Journal Article – Spring 2020

Will you reign with Christ for eternity? Are you approved or disapproved by God? Persevere in your faith in this life to ensure you have the most eternal rewards in the next.

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July 23, 2020

4 Practical Problems with the Traditional View of 2 Cor 13:5-7

2 Cor 13:5-7, Journal Article – Spring 2020

Several popular pastors have preached on 2 Cor 13:5-7 and given a misrepresentation of what the Scriptures are saying in the context. Bob and Shawn discuss 4 problems with their respective views.

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July 22, 2020

The Doctrine of Eternal Rewards–(related to 2 Cor 13:5-7)

1 Cor 9:24-27, 2 Cor 13:5-7, Journal Article – Spring 2020

This week we've been discussing the context of 2 Cor 13:5-7. Bob and Shawn have proven that this passage is not about salvation, but eternal rewards. Today they compare 2 Cor 13:5-7 with 1 Cor 9:24-27.

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July 21, 2020

What is Really Happening in this Text? (2 Cor 13:5-7)

“Falling out of Grace”, “State of Grace”, 2 Cor 13:5-7, Journal Article – Spring 2020

Bob and Shawn continue the discussion on 2 Cor 13:5-7. What is the approval and disapproval mentioned in this passage? How do we know if we are approved or disapproved?

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July 20, 2020

Why 2 Cor 13:5-7 is Not About An Eternal Salvation Examination

2 Cor 13:5-7 – Positions of Charles Hodges; John Piper; John Grudem, Journal Article – Spring 2020

Today we begin a new series called "Testing Yourself–Approval & Disapproval". In our Spring 2020 issue of the Journal of the Grace Evangelical Society, Bob wrote an article about 2 Cor 13:5-7 which is an often misrepresented passage. It's not a salvation passage; why do popular teachers say that it is?

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July 17, 2020

Will Committing Suicide Send a Person to Hell?

James 1:21, Romans 12:2–Meaning of “Renewing Mind”

Bob and Shawn tackle a difficult subject today. Are there eternal consequences for committing suicide if you're a believer? Romans 12:2 tells us we need to have a "renewed mind". What does that mean and how are we to apply it?

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July 16, 2020

What is Meaning of “Believe” or “Not Obey” in John 3:36?

John 3:36, John 8:42 –Meaning of “Love Me”

What does John 3:36 say about believing and obeying Jesus? Bob and Shawn clarify the confusion sometimes caused by certain teachings of this verse. Plus, what is the meaning of "love me" in John 8:42? And, why do some people seem to experience a radical conversion and others don't?

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July 15, 2020

What is the Holy Spirit’s Role in Eternal Salvation?–Part 2

Faith & the Emotions, Faith & the Mind, Faith & the Will, What is Faith?

What part does the mind, the will, and emotions play in our ability to believe? Do we choose to believe? In today's broadcast of Grace in Focus Radio, Bob and Shawn complete the discussion on the role of the Holy Spirit in salvation.

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July 14, 2020

What is the Holy Spirit’s Role in Eternal Salvation?–Part 1

Acts 16:14, Holy Spirit Convicts of Sin; Righteousness; Judgment, John 16:7-11, John 5:40, Meaning of “God Opening Heart”

What does the Holy Spirit do to bring unbelievers to Jesus? In this two-part discussion, Bob and Shawn talk about special revelation, how Satan works to deter people from believing, and what it means to believe.

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