Grace In Focus Radio Episodes Archive - Page 152 of 187

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.

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May 28, 2020

John Piper & Tom Stellar Article–“The Necessity of Perseverance in Faith & the Assurance of Salvation” (Part 1)

1 John 2:19 – Meaning of “Fall Away”, Jn 6:37-39 - True Believers will Persevere, Lk 8:11-15 - Whole life Perseverance in Faith for Salvation, Obedience = Final Salvation, Rev 2:7

Can you guarantee that you will persevere in the faith until the end of your life? Bob and Shawn discuss an article by John Piper and Tom Stellar that confuses the saving message by taking certain verses out of context–Rev 2:7, Luke 8:11-15, John 6:37-39, and 1 John 2:19.

May 27, 2020

John MacArthur’s Article–“What Does it Mean to ‘Work Out Your Salvation?’” (Part 5)

Phil 1:6 – Dr. John Hart Article, Phil 2:12 – Salvation = Handling Persecution Well, Work Out Salvation = Good work of Fellowship in Financial Giving

What does it mean to “work out your salvation with fear and trembling”? Bob and Shawn complete their discussion on the article by John MacArthur looking at Phil 1:6 and Phil 2:12. How are we to respond to persecution?

May 26, 2020

John MacArthur’s Article–“What Does it Mean to ‘Work Out Your Salvation?’” (Part 4)

Assurance, Perseverance in Good Works = “Inevitable Evidence”, Perseverance in Good Works = “Unmistakable Evidence”

What does spiritual growth look like? Is perseverance in good works inevitable if you are a “true Christian”? Bob and Shawn discuss this important subject in today’s episode of Grace in Focus Radio.

May 25, 2020

John MacArthur’s Article–“What Does it Mean to ‘Work Out Your Salvation?’” (Part 3)

Eternal Rewards, Heb 3:14-“If We Hold Fast”, Rev 2-3 “Overcomers”, Rev 22:1-2 -Tree of Life

Must you have perseverance to gain final salvation? This week on Grace in Focus Radio, Bob and Shawn continue the series on the King Jesus Gospel. In the last 2 episodes they have taken John MacArthur’s article and discussed how some of his ideas took Scripture out of context. They look at Heb 3:14 and Rev 22:1-2 today.

May 22, 2020

John MacArthur’s Article–“What Does it Mean to ‘Work Out Your Salvation?’” (Part 2)

1 Tim 4:16 – “Ensure Salvation”, Righteousness vs. Sinlessness, Romans 2:7 – Perseverance

Will God give eternal life to those who work for it? Is that what John MacArthur is saying in his article? Bob and Shawn discuss their interpretation of 2 passages that MacArthur mentions–Rom 2:7 and 1 Tim 4:16.

May 21, 2020

John MacArthur’s Article–“What Does it Mean to ‘Work Out Your Salvation?’” (Part 1)

Continuing in the Faith = Enduring to the end, Olivet Discourse-Matt 24 & 25, Phil 2:12, Replacement Theology

Do people who are saved automatically go on to do good works? Today, Bob and Shawn discuss the alternate side of the King Jesus debate, namely, John MacArthur’s Lordship Salvation views.

May 20, 2020

Scot McKnight’s Contribution to the King Jesus Gospel

Realized Eschatology, Response to Scot McKnight’s Article–“King Jesus Gospel–Mere Kingship–No”

Did Jesus talk about justification by faith alone? Bob and Shawn continue their discussion on the King Jesus Gospel and Scot McKnight’s article on Kingship.

May 19, 2020

Redefining Faith–Matthew Bates’ Contribution to the King Jesus Gospel

Redefining Faith as Bodily Loyalty, Redefining Faith as Works, The Gospel in the Gospels, the gospel of the kingdom

What is the “gospel of the kingdom” as mentioned in Matthew, Mark, and Luke? What does Matthew Bates mean by redefining faith to include works? Bob and Shawn discuss these questions in today’s broadcast.

May 18, 2020

Understanding the King Jesus Debate

Essence of Justification – Belief in or Allegiance to Jesus?, Matthew Bates, Scot McKight, The Gospel Coalition, Together for the Gospel

Today Bob and Shawn begin a new series discussing a current religious movement–The King Jesus Gospel. Is this a faith-alone or a salvation by works message? Listen to their interesting discussion on this topic that we’ll delve into in further broadcasts.

May 15, 2020

Hebrews 10:14–Perfected Forever

Eternal Security, The Why of OT Sacrifices

Jesus’ sacrifice was a once-and-done offering. We do not have to repeatedly offer animal sacrifices because of what He did for us; we are perfected through Him. Listen to Bob and Shawn discuss Heb 10:14 and what “perfected forever” means for justification.

March 13, 2026

Are Jewish Christians Distinct from Gentile Christians?

Ron asks a great question: If a Jew today becomes a believer in Jesus Christ, is there any way he is distinct from Gentile believers...

March 13, 2026

What Does “Let the Dead Bury Their Own Dead” Mean?

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will answer a question about a statement in Luke 9:60. What did...

March 12, 2026

What Is the “Wisdom of God” in Luke 11:49?

In Luke 11:49, the Lord speaks about the “wisdom of God.” This wisdom has “…said, ‘I will send them prophets and apostles…’ ” This is an unusual expression, and the identification of...

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