Chapter 4: Is Trusting the Person of Christ Essential for Receiving the Gift of Eternal Salvation?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are in an on-going series where they are discussing Wayne Grudem's book "Free Grace Theology: Five Ways It Diminishes the Gospel." Today, they will start on chapter four. Is trusting the person of Christ essential for receiving the gift of eternal life? We will hear the guys unpack this question by looking at passages such as Eph 2:8-9, John 3:16, and John 5:24. These and many more issues will be discussed on the show. Join us as we seek to keep grace in focus.
Chapter 3: Does Free Grace Theology Give Believers a False Assurance of Salvation?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are in an on-going series where they are discussing Wayne Grudem's book "Free Grace Theology: Five Ways It Diminishes the Gospel." Today, they will begin to address chapter three which deals with assurance. Does the free grace view give people a false assurance of salvation? The guys will discuss. We hope you join us as we address these important issues.
Can Works Justify a Person Before God or Not? Also: In Revelation 3:16, Does “Vomiting Out” Mean a Loss of Salvation?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be dealing with the role of works in justification. We will hear the guys discuss Romans 3:20, Gal 2:16, and how we can reconcile these passages with Romans 2:13. Must we follow the law in order to be saved? The guys will discuss. In addition, Bob and Shawn will unpack Revelation 3:16 and the concept of the Lord vomiting out the church. Does this verse teach that we can lose our salvation? Join us as we seek to understand these difficult passages.
What Must a Person Believe to Have Eternal Salvation?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays show, Bob and Shawn will be discussing what a person must believe in order to have eternal life. They will discuss this issue in light of passages like John 3:16 and the condition expressed in this verse. They will also discuss the specific information a person must be convinced of in order to become born again. Is believing that Jesus exists all a person must believe in order to receive eternal life? They will also discuss what exactly the "gift" is in John 4, and Eph 2:8-9. These, and many more issues will be discussed.
What IF My Pastor Substitutes “Repent” &; “Trust” for “Believe”? Also: Is the Pope Saved?
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On todays episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the terms "repent" and "trust." Are these terms synonyms for believe? When is it appropriate to use these terms? The guys will unpack these terms and hopefully provide some clarity. In addition, we will hear the guys discuss the Pope and his view on salvation. These, and many more things will be unpacked on the show. We hope you can join us as we seek to edify and build up the body of Christ in these discussions.
Why Can’t “Everlasting Life” in John 3:16 Mean Simply “Life in the Kingdom” as Some Commentators Have Said?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the phrase "everlasting life" found in John 3:16. What exactly does this expression mean? Does it mean life in the kingdom? The guys will address this phrase in light of the overall theme of the gospel of John. We will hear them discuss passages such as John 20:30-31, 14:6, and more.
Does John 3:16 Really Provide Assurance? Also: When Does Everlasting Life Start?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing assurance. The guys will be responding to a question regarding John 3:16 and whether or not this verse provides assurance. In addition, the guys will address when everlasting life begins. Is everlasting life something the believer obtains at the moment of faith or in the future after physical death? Must an unbeliever understand when they receive eternal life in order to be saved? We will hear the guys unpack this important topic. You won't want to miss the discussion.
How Can We Remove Confusion About What it Means to be Saved? Also: If A Christian Gives Up Their Faith, Do They Also Loose Their Rewards?
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Today on Grace in Focus radio, we will be answering some questions. First, Bob and Shawn will discuss the saving message and how we can strive to remove any confusion for the unbeliever. In a time when false gospels are preached, Bob will provide an example 0f what not to do when sharing the gospel and some advice on how we can share the message of life in a clear and understandable way. Finally, the guys will address the issue of rewards, in light of apostasy. These and many more issues will be unpacked on the show.
Why is Legalism so Dangerous & Defeating? What is the Answer to Legalism?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the dangers of legalism. Bob will share some personal experience's with this issue, while providing some insights to the pitfalls of legalism. The guys will also discuss the Arminian position within the church, and how legalism often stems from this perspective. Finally, they will also give some encouraging passages to consider in light of assurance, and the unending love our Savior. We hope you join us as we dive into this issue.
Can A Person Be Saved Who Rejects the Nicene Creed?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. We are currently in a series where Bob and Shawn answer questions from our listeners. On today's episode, we will hear the guys discuss the Nicene Creed. Can a person be saved if they reject some or all of the Nicene Creed? The guys will discuss some of the elements of the Nicene Creed and provide some insights to church history. We will also hear Bob compare the Nicene Creed to the simple truths we see in John 3:16. These and many more issues will be unpacked on the show. We hope you enjoy the episode.