Theology Permeates Everything

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Sometimes we hear people say we shouldn’t worry about theological differences. Such differences aren’t important. But our theology impacts the way we see the world and the people in that world, even when we’re not aware of it. I was reminded of that recently while reading a Southern Baptist magazine. An article by a leader
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In Acts 13:48, Some Were Said to Have Been “Appointed” or “Ordained” to Eternal Life. How Does Free Grace Theology Explain This?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are looking at Acts 13 and answering a question about verse 48. Is this passage talking about election to eternal salvation? Bob and Philippe look at the context and the meaning of the words to refute this Calvinistic idea. So take a listen to 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 used the code word, “Repent.”
Does or Can a Reformed Theological Position Promote Assurance of Salvation?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates take up a question about assurance of salvation for individuals in the Reformed tradition. Someone has said that the reformed position actually puts forth a “gospel of doubt” instead of a gospel of assurance or certainty. If you are wondering about assurance, please listen to this Grace in Focus episode. SPECIAL OFFER: Zane Hodges book, Romans: Deliverance From Wrath is being offered through February 28th, 2023 at half price for those who used the code word, “ROMANS.”
Doesn’t Lordship Salvation Conflict with Unconditional Election in Calvinism? Also: How Can a Calvinist Ever Be Sure that They are Elect?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be responding to a few questions regarding the doctrine of election. First, does Lordship salvation conflict with the teaching of unconditional election in Calvinism? Also, can a Calvinist ever be sure of their salvation? We will also hear the guys discuss the phrase "final salvation." We hope the discussion brings some clarity to this important issue.
Why Is Or Isn’t Calvinism Compatible With Assurance of Salvation?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today's show, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Calvinism. Specifically, we will hear the guys address the Calvinist view of Perseverance of the saints. The guys will address how this doctrine impacts assurance of salvation. We will hear the guys address this issue in light of 1 John 1:7-9, and Romans 8:16. These, and many more issues will be unpacked on the show. We hope you enjoy the discussion.
Is “Turn From Your Sins” an Equivalent Imperative to “Stop Sinning”?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing what it means to "turn from your sins." Does this phrase simply mean to "stop sinning?" Bob will unpack this phrase in light of passages such as 1 John 1:8-10 and Luke 15. The guys will also discuss these concepts in light of Calvinism and its relationship to salvation. These, and many more issues will be discussed on the show today. We hope you join us as we seek to keep grace in focus.
What is the Best Way to Deal With Reformed Theology From a Free Grace Perspective?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Over the last few weeks, Bob and Shawn have been answering our listeners' questions. Today, they will be addressing a question regarding reformed theology. First, they will draw out the distinctions between reformed theology and Calvinism. They will then spend some time unpacking the 5 points of Calvinism. Finally, the guys will provide our listeners with several book suggestions on this topic for further study.

Three False Calvinist Assumptions

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I was explaining Free Grace theology to a Calvinist when he said that I really believed in salvation by works! That’s not something I’ve ever been accused of before, so I was curious why he thought that. During our conversation, it became clear to me that he was making three big assumptions that are worth
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