Three Words That Summarize the Christian Life: Believe, Abide, Love 

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Most religions are extremely complicated because their works salvation systems depend on you following intricate laws, rituals, and to-do lists in the hopes of climbing the ladder to heaven. By contrast, Biblical Christianity (and, by implication, Free Grace Theology) is simple. How so? I think you can summarize the Christian’s “duty” with these three words—
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Does “Abide” in the Bible Mean the Same as “Believe?”
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Today on Grace in Focus radio, we are answering our listeners' questions. Bob and Shawn will be discussing the concept of "abiding," and how it relates to "belief." What is the difference between these two terms? Must a person "abide" in Jesus in order to be saved from hell? We will hear the guys define the term "abide," and shed some light on how it is used in the bible. They will address these questions in light of passages like John 8:30-32 and Romans 12:2. These and many more things will be discussed on the show. We hope you can join us as we dive into this important topic.
Why is Salvation by Faith Only? Why Can’t Other Ideas / Actions Be Included?
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On today's episode of Grace in Focus, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question related to how we interpret the bible, especially as it relates to the saving message. When we look at certain issues in the Bible, sometimes we look at several passage in order to get the full picture. One passage may need to be connected to another passage or even another book. With this in mind, can we apply this study method to the content of salvation? Should we be compiling several passages to fully understand what's necessary for a person to be saved? The guys will unpack this issue and more on the show today.
How Can I Go To Heaven When I Die? What Does It Mean to Believe? What Kind of Salvation Does Jesus Promise?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. We are starting a new series on the show which we hope you find helpful. Bob and Shawn will be answering frequently asked questions over the course of the next few episodes. Today, the guys are jumping in with questions about heaven, belief, and more. You don't want to miss this series.
Can I Have Eternal Life if My Heavenly Father Does Not Forgive Me? & What is the Biblical Definition of “Believe”?
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In today's episode of Grace in Focus, Bob and Shawn will be taking a look at the issue of forgiveness. What role does forgiveness play in regards to salvation? If our heavenly Father doesn't forgive us, can we still have eternal life? These issues will be addressed in the discussion today. The guys will also be talking about the word "believe." What is the definition of the term "believe" when we see it used in the bible? Bob and Shawn will unpacking this term in today's episode. You don't want to miss out.
Where Was Jesus & What Was He Doing Between the Events of the Cross and the Resurrection?
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Today on Grace in Focus Radio, Bob and Shawn answer a question on a very interesting topic: where did Jesus go between His death on the cross and the resurrection? Where did saved believers go when they died before Jesus came? And where do saved believers go now when they die? Plus, is believing in Jesus, believing that Jesus, and believing Jesus the same thing?

Belief: Twelve Theses

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Question What is the Free Grace definition of belief? Also, what is “intellectual consent,” and is it more than a belief in a historical Jesus? I would like to understand.  Answer There are disagreements in Free Grace (and in Evangelicalism and Christianity) circles over those questions. Here is my answer in the form of twelve
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Missing the Boat on Faith

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Truth Aflame is a Charismatic and Evangelical systematic theology written by Larry Hart, who is professor of theology at Oral Roberts University. I have the first edition. There is a second available here. I was skimming through what he wrote about faith. Hart starts off well: “It is through faith alone—faith plus nothing—that we are
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