Blessed Assurance, and the GES Conference 

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Many churchgoers (and all church-going Southern Baptists!) know the hymn “Blessed Assurance” by Fanny Crosby. As its title indicates, the hymn speaks of the believer’s wonderful certainty of spending eternity with the Lord in His coming kingdom. Assurance means we know we have eternal life. All would agree, however, that most people attending church today
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question from a listener who sounds like he has lost hope. He thinks maybe he has sinned too much for God’s grace. Do you know someone who is struggling this way? Well, David and Bob have a great answer for him and for you or anyone who is feeling this way. Please listen to this episode for some very hopeful thoughts and solutions! SPECIAL OFFER: Bob Wilkin’s book, Turn And Live–The Power of Repentance is being offered through May 31st, 2023 at half-price for those who use the code word, “Repent.”
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are entertaining listeners’ questions about eternal security, assurance, fear and peace. If you wonder about these, or if you have a friend who is struggling, you will definitely benefit from this episode. They will also explain the difference between “good fear” and “harmful fear.” So take a listen and enjoy today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast! SPECIAL OFFER: Bob Wilkin’s book, Turn And Live–The Power of Repentance is being offered through May 31st, 2023 at half-price for those who use the code word, “Repent.”
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about the essence of saving faith. Is it necessary to be assured of everlasting life in order to receive everlasting life? “Free grace theology” at large is divided on this question. Bob and Philippe will offer their thoughts about this. Please listen! SPECIAL OFFER: Bob Wilkin’s book, Turn And Live–The Power of Repentance is being offered through May 31st, 2023 at half-price for those who used the code word, “Repent.”
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