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Bob Wilkin and Shawn Lazar discuss the promise of everlasting life to all who simply believe in Jesus for it, and the related yet distinct message that all who faithfully follow Christ will receive eternal rewards. They do so from a Dispensational and Free Grace perspective. New episodes are added each weekday.
He visitado muchos gimnasios en mi vida, tanto en el ámbito militar como en el civil. Aunque no soy uno de ellos, estoy seguro de que tú, como yo, has visto hombres y mujeres musculosos que frecuentan estos establecimientos. También sabemos que muchas otras personas usan estos gimnasios y, como resultado, están en diferentes etapas de su acondicionamiento físico. Tal vez sean nuevos en el proceso. Algunos se toman su ejercicio muy en serio. Se nota cuando una persona ha estado entrenando durante meses o años.
El Nuevo Testamento nos dice que todos usamos un gimnasio. Pedro y el autor de Hebreos usan un verbo que se traduce como “entrenar”, de donde obtenemos nuestra palabra “gimnasio”. Quizás podríamos traducirlo como “usar el gimnasio”. Estos pasajes nos dicen que algunas personas usan un gimnasio que podríamos llamar “Planeta Inmoralidad”. Otros usan uno que podríamos llamar “Planeta Moralidad”.
Pedro describe a personas que han entrenado en el Planeta Inmoralidad y tienen mucha experiencia en ello. Se refiere a falsos maestros cuyos músculos de depravación son fáciles de ver. Ostentan su inmoralidad sexual y codicia. Dice que no pueden dejar de pecar y que animan a otros a seguir su ejemplo. Se han vuelto así porque sus corazones están “entrenados” en estas actividades. Es como si hubieran ido al gimnasio a ejercitar estas cualidades (2 Pedro 2:14). Son buenos siendo malos. Son los Arnold Schwarzenegger de la inmoralidad.
El autor de Hebreos habla de personas que frecuentan otro gimnasio: Planeta Moralidad. Habla de creyentes que estudian la Palabra de Dios y la ponen en práctica. Las Escrituras son como un juego de pesas. Mientras estos creyentes levantan las pesas de la Palabra de Dios, “ejercitan” o “entrenan” (la misma palabra usada en 2 Pedro 2:14) sus sentidos. Se vuelven espiritualmente en forma y pueden discernir lo que es bueno y evitar el mal (Hebreos 5:14). Si pudiéramos ver sus músculos espirituales, veríamos personas que son capaces de hacer aquellas cosas que agradan al Señor. Estos son los Arnold Schwarzeneggers de la virtud.
La lección en estos dos pasajes es fácil de ver. Desarrollamos ciertas cualidades poniéndolas en práctica, así como una persona en forma se pone más en forma levantando pesas. Esto puede ser negativo o positivo.
Pero no debemos suponer que solo los no creyentes visitan el Planeta Inmoralidad. Pedro advierte a sus lectores creyentes que pueden ser engañados por no creyentes con grandes “músculos de pecado”. Estos creyentes pueden elegir seguir el ejemplo de aquellos que son fuertes y experimentados en cuanto a inmoralidad sexual y codicia. Los creyentes pueden entrenar con las pesas en el Planeta Inmoralidad y volverse hábiles en usarlas. Aunque nunca pueden perder la vida eterna, los creyentes son capaces de cometer cualquier pecado y acto inmoral que los no creyentes puedan cometer.
El gimnasio que he llamado Planeta Inmoralidad está lleno a rebosar. Todos los no creyentes entrenan allí. Algunos son más fuertes en su inmoralidad visible que otros. Desafortunadamente, muchos cristianos también vienen y entrenan allí.
Pero como cristianos, tenemos una membresía en otro gimnasio. Tenemos el privilegio de ir allí y ponernos espiritualmente en forma. Habrá diferentes niveles de ese acondicionamiento. Cuando las personas miren nuestras vidas, que sea fácil para ellos ver que hemos estado entrenando con las pesas de la Palabra de Dios. Oremos para que cuanto más tiempo seamos creyentes, más grandes sean nuestros músculos espirituales.
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Ken Yates (Maestría en Teología, Doctorado, Seminario Teológico de Dallas) es editor de Journal of the Grace Evangelical Society. Es orador internacional y de la costa este estadounidense de GES. Su libro más reciente es Hebrews: Partners With Christ [Hebreos: Copartícipes de Cristo].
Marami na akong nabisitang gym sa aking buhay, sa mundo man ng militari o sa sibilyan man. Bagama’t hindi ako kabilang sa kanila, sigurado akong kagaya ko, nakakita na kayo ng mga maskuladong lalaki at babaeng madalas sa mga establisimiyentong ito. Batid din nating maraming gumagamit ng mga gym na ito, dahil na rin sa paggamit nila ng mga establisimiyentong ito, ang nasa iba’t ibang antas ng pisikal na kalungtadan. Maramhil bago sila sa proseso. Ang iba ay sineseryoso ang kanilang mga ehersisyo. Masasabi mo kung ang isang tao ay taon o buwanan nang nagsasanay.
Sinasabi ng BT sa atin na ang lahat ng mga tao ay gumagamit ng gym. Ginamit ni Pedro at ng awtor ng Hebreo ang pandiwang sinaling “magsanay,” mula sa salitang pinagkunan natin ng ating salitang “gym.” Marahil pwede natin itong isalin bilang “gamitin ang gym.” Ang mga pasaheng ito ay nagsasabi sa ating may ilang taong gumagamit ng gum na maaari nating tawaging “Plannet Immorality.” Ang iba ay gumagamit ng matatawag nating “Planet Morality.”
Nilarawan ni Pedro ang mga nagsasanay sa Planet Immorality at sila ay bihasa sa mga ito. Tinutukoy niya ang mga huwad na gurong ang mga masel ng deprabidad ay madaling makita. Hayagan nilang dinedispley ang kanilang seksuwal na imoralidad at kasakiman. Sinabi niyang hindi nila mapigilang magkasala at hinihikayat nila ang ibang sumunod sa kanilang halimbawa. Ganito sila dahil ang kanilang mga puso ay “sanay” sa mga ganitong gawain. Tila baga tumutungo sila sa gym upang sanayin ang mga katangiang ito (2 Ped 2:14). Magaling sila sa pagiging masama. Sila ang mga Arnold Schwarzenneger ng imoralidad.
Ang awtor ng Hebreo ay nagbabanggit ng mga taong madalas naman sa ibang gym: Planet Morality. Nagbabanggit siya ng mga mananampalatayang nag-aaral ng Salita ng Diyos at ina-apply ito sa buhay. Ang mga Kasulatan ay tila set ng mga bakal. Habang ang mga mananampalataya ay binubuhat ang mga bakal ng Salita ng Diyos, “ineehersisyo” o “sinasanay” nila (kaparehong salitang ginamit sa 2 Ped 2:14) ang kanilang mga pakiramdam. Sila ay espirituwal na lungtad at bihasa sa pagkilala kung ano ang mabuti at umiiwas sa masama (Heb 5:14). Kung makikita natin ang kanilang mga espirituwal na masel, makikita natin ang mga taong may kakayahang gawin ang mga bagay na nakalulugod sa Panginoon. Sila ang mga Arnold Schwarzenneger ng mga birtud.
Ang aral sa dalawang pasaheng ito ay madaling makita. Madedebelop natin ang ilang katangian sa paggamit ng mga ito, kung paanong ang isang lungtad na tao ay lalong nagiging lungtad sa pagbubuhat ng bakal. Ito ay maaaring negatibo o positibo.
Ngunit hindi tayo dapat mag-akala na tanging mga hindi mananampalataya lamang ang bumibisita sa Planet Immorality. Binabalaan ni Pedro ang kaniyang mga mananampalatayang mambabasa na sila ay maaaring malinlang ng mga hindi mananampalatayang may malalaking “masel ng kasalanan.” Ang mga mananampalatayang ito ay maaaring sumunod sa halimbawa ng mga malalakad at eksperiyensiyado pagdating sa seksuwal na imoralidad at kasakiman. Ang mga mananampalataya ay maaaring magbuhat ng bakal sa Planet Immorality at maging bihasa rito. Bagama’t hindi nila maiwawala ang kanilang buhay na walang hanggan, ang mga mananampalataya ay may kakayahang gawin ang anumang kasalanan at imoralidad na kayang gawin ng hindi mananampalataya.
Ang gym na tinatawag kong Planet Immorality ay laging puno. Lahat ng hindi mananampalataya ay nagsasanay dito. Ang iba ay mas malakas sa kanilang imoralidad kaysa iba. Ang nakalulungkot ay dumarating at nagsasanay din dito ang maraming Cristiano.
Ngunit bilang mga Cristiano, tayo ay miyembro sa ibang gym. May pribilehiyo tayong pumasok doon at maging espirituwal na lungtad. May iba’t ibang antas ng kalungtadan dito. Kapag tiningnan ng mga tao ang ating mga buhay, madali para sa kanilang makitang tayo ay nagsasanay sa bakal ng Salita ng Diyos. Sana ay manalangin tayo na habang tumatagal na tayong mananampalataya, mas lumalaki ang ating mga espirituwal na masel.
GES takes the Biblical view that Romans is not an evangelistic book. Instead, it is written to believers and teaches us how to avoid the deadly consequences of sin through the power of the Holy Spirit who indwells the believer. This kind of life will be rewarded in the coming kingdom of Christ.
Probably everybody reading this blog understands that GES’s views on the book run contrary to what the vast majority of people say about Romans. Most within Christendom maintain that Romans is an evangelistic book, written to explain how the unbeliever is saved from the lake of fire. I found out the hard way how strong those feelings are. Years ago, the first time I taught at a Bible college in a foreign country, I was asked to teach the book of Romans. I taught the view espoused by GES. The administration made it clear to me that I would not be welcomed at the school in the future. My view of Romans was too radical.
Many would say that this is not a big deal, and that GES–or any Free Grace person–should not necessarily promote the position that Romans is addressed to believers. Doing so, they say, will only cause division (as happened at that Bible college). We can preach grace without insisting that people reconsider how they teach Romans. We should just leave Romans alone!
I would disagree. If we meet people who have misunderstood a book of the NT, and we can try to clear up their misunderstanding, shouldn’t we do so? We have all taught things incorrectly, and we consider it a blessing that others pointed out where we were wrong.
The importance of this issue was made clear to me last week. I heard a very popular evangelical speaker deal with Rom 12:1-2. In those verses, Paul tells the brethren in Rome to present their bodies as living sacrifices. This would be their logical, or reasonable, religious service for all that God had done for them.
It is clear enough that these verses are addressed to believers. They fit nicely with the view that Romans is telling believers to live godly lives in order to avoid the destruction that the flesh and sin bring. Such a life will be pleasing to God and will be rewarded at the Judgment Seat of Christ.
This speaker, however, took a very different view. He started off by saying that Romans 1–11 tells us how to be saved from hell. True evangelists are those who have given up everything this world offers in order to proclaim that message. Those who are truly saved will offer their bodies as sacrifices to God. If we don’t live holy lives, we are not Christians. The title of the sermon was, “Holiness: The True Gospel.”
The speaker then related that his own wife realized some years ago that she was not truly saved, even after years of marriage and being in the ministry with him. She came to this realization while he was preaching at an evangelistic meeting. After hours of talking with him, she sensed the depth of her sins and was gloriously saved from hell.
It is impossible for me to think of a worse explanation of Rom 12:1-2. How could anybody twist the meaning of Paul’s words in such a horrible fashion? I wonder how all the people who heard that message processed what he said. I also wonder about the damage that was done to the people who thought he was accurately dividing God’s Word.
Of course, nobody can assess the harm done by such a message. But I know a couple of things. Such an understanding completely misses the beautiful teachings found in the book of Romans. The people who heard that message missed out on hearing those things. We can also be confident that some were placed under the bondage of thinking that they had to completely clean up their lives in order to receive the “gift” of eternal life. It would be practically impossible to hear the gospel of grace in such a situation.
It is a big deal.
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are talking about regeneration in the Old Testament. Was Abel regenerate? Why was his sacrifice accepted, but Cain’s was not? Was Cain a regenerate person? Was he a believer? Bob and David have some ideas about these questions. Listen and learn with them on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about repentance and faith in Romans 7. Was Paul speaking of his struggle as a believer or was he looking at an earlier time in his experience when he was not yet saved? What is the issue and the answer to the struggle of Romans 7? Bob and David will offer some answers and thoughts on this topic.
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about the Biblical meaning of “eternal life.” Is eternal life unending life or is it more about the quality or fullness than the unending aspect of it? Bob and David have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this subject.
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about forgiveness and punishment, and how the two are related in the Bible and in life. Is forgiveness the absence of punishment? Can these two mutually exist? If you forgive someone, does that mean you should also remove or mitigate any consequences for the offense? Bob and David have some thoughts and Biblical answers to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Scott Sayre are talking about a one volume Old Testament Commentary project that GES is working on. Scott is the general editor. Please listen for some interesting information regarding this project!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Vacendak are talking about our recent national conference and about Bob’s presentation on 1 Peter 3:19-22 and baptism. Why do so many justify baptismal regeneration from this passage? Is this about water baptism? What constitutes eternal salvation and what baptism is Peter really talking about? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Ken Yates is talking to John, an attendee of our recent national GES conference. John speaks of his experience and journey in becoming a proponent of free grace theology, and about his family’s work as missionaries in Mexico. We invite you to listen to John’s story today and find us each weekday on the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates is speaking with Georgie and Oscar who work with GES in Spain. How is the Free Grace message spreading in Europe and other nations? You will find this interview informative. We invite you to listen in today and each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, and for the rest of this week, Ken Yates will be interviewing several presenters and participants of our recent 2024 National Conference. Today, his guest is Jack Maur, a long time friend from his Army chaplain days. They have a conversation about 1 Peter 3:1-7, winning your husband without a word. Also, they speak about how GES Seminary has made a difference in this family! We invite you to listen in today! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Ellie Stratham are talking about moral injury. What is this? Does this happen to Christians? How can we heal from moral injury? What are some examples from the Bible? What is the Biblical concept of forgiveness? Please listen for some interesting Biblical discussion regarding this topic!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Philippe Sterling are talking about our recent national conference and about Philippe’s presentation about spiritual gifts. How can a Christian discover what their spiritual gift is? How should the gift be engaged? Listen and learn with today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Ken Yates and David Janssen are talking about David Janssen’s plenary presentation in our recent national GES conference. What does Peter mean when he mentions a rich or an abundant entrance into God’s kingdom? How can this be done? Ken and David will offer some answers and thoughts on this topic from 1 Peter.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Dix Winston are speaking about the lack of Free Grace local churches. What should you do if there is not one available close by? Ken and Dix have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this subject.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, and for the next few days, Ken Yates will be interviewing several presenters and participants of our recently held 2024 national conference. Today’s guest is one of our favorite plenary presenters, JB Bond. His topic was the return of Jesus Christ and what we are to do while we are waiting for it! As believers, generally we don’t think about this enough. We invite you to listen in today! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a criticism about our position and definition of the nature of faith. Is faith a decision or is it something else?
Also, if a single person commits adultery, are they eligible Biblically to get married? Please listen for some interesting Biblical discussion regarding these subjects!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are talking about Jesus’ parable of the four soils and about whether demons can have saving faith. Which of the soils represent a person who is eternally saved? Listen and learn with today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about the assurance of eternal salvation. Does or can lordship salvation result in assurance? Does lordship salvation maybe even see it as a plus to lack confidence about eternal salvation? Bob and Mike will offer some answers and thoughts on this topic.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about belief and what makes a person saved forever. What needs to be believed in order to receive the gift of eternal salvation? What is the heart of the matter here? Bob and Mike have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this subject.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about eternal conscious torment. This answer involves a discussion in Luke’s Gospel about the rich man and Lazarus. What is going to be the nature of the eternal state for the unregenerate? Bob and Mike have some thoughts and Biblical answers to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about salvation during the Tribulation period. Is it by works or maybe partly by works? How does the “mark of the beast” work? Please listen for some interesting Biblical discussion regarding this subject!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are talking about Jesus’ statements of being “the Door” and “the Way.” These are two of the seven “I Am” declarations that Jesus made about Himself and which are written about in John’s Gospel. How are these two distinct from each other, and if not distinct, why did Jesus make two declarations that may seem alike? Listen and learn in today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering questions about the Holy Spirit and believers in Old Testament times. How did the Holy Spirit empower or enable Old Testament believers? How did Old Testament believers understand the Holy Spirit and the Trinity? Bob and Mike will offer some answers and thoughts on this topic.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about what makes a person saved forever. What needs to be believed in order to receive the gift of eternal salvation? What is the heart of the matter here? Bob and Philippe have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this subject.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about initial salvation and final salvation. Where does the use of these terms come from if not from the Bible? Bob and Philippe have some thoughts and Biblical answers to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about demons believing and eternal salvation. Can demons be saved? What is the difference between demons believing and people believing? Please listen for some interesting Biblical discussion regarding this subject!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are talking about justification and sanctification. Specifically, could Malachi 3 be talking about either or both? What is in God’s “book of remembrance”? Listen and learn with today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are talking about sanctification, grace and faith. Justification is by faith alone apart from works. But what about sanctification? Is sanctification dependent the same way on faith? Where and how does obedience (works) fit into the Christian’s walk and growth? Bob and Philippe will offer some answers and thoughts about this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about the Holy Spirit’s ministry in the Old Testament. What can we learn about this from Saul’s experience? What are the distinctions between Old Testament saints and Church age saints in respect to the Holy Spirit? Bob and Philippe have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this subject.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about Acts 16:31. Is this verse a good evangelistic verse? Is it talking about eternal salvation or some other kind of salvation? What does the context suggest? Bob and Philippe have some thoughts to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are concluding their week-long discussion about Focused and Flexible Free Grace. Two mindsets that are against all Free Grace (or most so-called Free Grace) positions are Lordship Salvation and works salvation. What do these look like? Please listen for an interesting Biblical discussion regarding this subject!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are talking about faith and repentance. Are these the same? Are they related? Should repentance in relation to eternal salvation be thought of as merely a “change of mind”? Is repentance expressed as “turning from sins” a condition for eternal life? Listen and learn with today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are talking about saving faith. Specifically, is assurance a salvation issue or a sanctification issue? Is assurance of eternal salvation of the essence of saving faith or not? Are there degrees of certainty? What is the nature and content of saving faith? Bob and Mike will offer some answers and thoughts about this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are continuing a discussion about the distinctions between Focused and Flexible Free Grace. Can you have eternal salvation if you are not believing in the assurance of salvation up front? Bob and Mike have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this subject.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about different brands of Free Grace theology. Is eternal security a necessary part of the belief to receive eternal life? Bob and Mike have some thoughts to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about John the Baptist. What was the nature of his ministry? As a “forerunner,” how did he prepare people for the coming of the Christ, the Messiah? Is there going to be a future John the Baptist-like figure? Please listen for some interesting Biblical discussion regarding this subject!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are talking about forgiveness and unbelievers. Does God forgive them? Should we forgive them? How should we relate to unbelievers who offend us? Listen and learn with today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are talking about who will be taken in the rapture. Specifically, will children and those with mental challenges be raptured? Does it make a difference if the child is of believing parents? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are continuing a discussion about Provisionism. What is it and how does it relate to Free Grace theology? What is Provisionism’s stated soteriological position? Can you have eternal security if you are a Provisionist theologian? Bob and Ken have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this subject.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Provisionism. What is Provisionism’s teachings? Is it like Free Grace? How does it compare to Calvinism? Bob and Ken have some thoughts to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Romans. Is this book where the “Roman’s Road” is found really a book about salvation? Is every mention of salvation a reference to eternal salvation? Why is Romans 10:9-10 not a great evangelism passage? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this subject!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are talking about controversy in church history centering on repentance. What is the relation between repentance and eternal salvation? What is the Marrow Controversy? How is it like the Free Grace movement? Many in church history believed in and promoted a faith alone message. It is not something new! Listen and learn with today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are talking about a recent documentary concerning the Revised Standard Version of the Bible and its translation of some Greek words into the English word “homosexual.” How does culture impact the way people see things? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about the subject of this documentary and where contemporary culture is in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are discussing a question about confession, repentance and fellowship. What does it mean to be in fellowship with God? What is walking in darkness? Bob and Ken have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question from the story about King Agrippa in Acts 26. Does this passage teach that repentance is necessary to acquire and to continue and maintain eternal salvation? Bob and Ken have some thoughts and Biblical answers to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the teachings of Roman Catholicism concerning eternal salvation. Does the Roman Catholic church promote works as a condition for eternal salvation? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this subject!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are continuing yesterday’s discussion about conducting a home church and answering a question about repentance and eternal salvation. What resources are available for those wanting to conduct a home church? Also, what is the purpose of repentance, and why or how should we value it? What is it for? Why is God talking about repentance in any particular context? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about conducting a home church. What should you do if you cannot find a suitable or Free Grace church to attend? If you started a church in your home, what should it look like? How do you do a Lord’s Supper meeting? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this question and concept in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Free Grace origins and Free Grace positions. What should we do with statements that are “fuzzy” or confusing from past leaders we would largely and usually agree with? Have you ever heard someone say that “regeneration precedes faith” or that “we are born again before we believe”? Bob and Ken have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about God’s wrath in the Bible. Is God’s wrath mentioned in the Bible usually eternal or temporary? Is there any kind of God’s wrath that will last forever and never be satisfied? Bob and Ken have some thoughts and Biblical answers to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the difference in cost between salvation and discipleship. What does the Bible say about these? Why do we say, “Salvation is free but discipleship is costly”? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this question!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about repentance in the Gospel of John. Some say repentance and faith are the same. Why are they not the same thing? Why doesn’t John’s Gospel have repentance as a condition for acquiring eternal salvation? What is the purpose of repentance and why should we value it? What is it for? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about John 15:6. When it talks about unfruitful branches being burned, is this about judgment or about discipline? Are there other possibilities? If believers are unfaithful or unfruitful, will they be sent to hell? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this question and this passage in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about entering or inheriting the (millennial) kingdom. Should these be thought of as synonyms? Bob and Ken have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Ezekiel 36 and how it should be applied. Are these verses (25-27) some sort of prophecy about Christian regeneration? Is this about the new birth? Is this about the New Covenant? What is the New Covenant? Is this a guarantee about transformation? Bob and Ken have some thoughts and Biblical answers to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about prayer and fasting and casting out demons. Are some demons tougher than others? Should we focus strongly on demons today? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this question!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about what Jesus meant in the garden when He prayed, “Let this cup pass from Me.” Is He saying, “I don’t want to go to the cross”? Or is He saying, “Let Me go to the cross”? Is there a crisis or a conflict in Jesus’ faith? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about being born again before Jesus died on the cross or before Jesus was raised from the dead. Was John the Baptist born again? Were Adam and Eve born again? Before the cross, was an understanding or belief of Christ’s death and resurrection necessary? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this question in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about believing in Jesus Christ. Is there any difference in believing in Him and believing on Him? Do the Greek prepositions make a lot of difference in the meaning? Bob and Ken have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about forgiveness. When we believe for the gift of eternal salvation, are we believing that our sins are forgiven, or that the gift is given? Is forgiveness and justification the same? What are the many things that happen at the point of saving faith? Bob and Ken have some thoughts and Biblical answers to share, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about how the gospel should be presented and what are the essential elements of the gospel. What should we be dogmatic about? How can we stay away from confusion? Is there a right and/or a wrong way to word a presentation of the gospel? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding these issues!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about what must be believed to receive the gift of eternal salvation. If it is ”believing in Jesus,” what do we believe about Jesus and what do we believe in Him for? Is assurance part of what needs to be believed? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about one of the warning passages in Hebrews. When a believer denies Christ or goes astray, becomes apostate, etc., what should be expected from God in response to this? Will it be judgment, punishment, discipline, a loss of rewards? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this question in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering questions about Deuteronomy 1:10 and Hebrews 11:1. Are some prophecies fulfilled more than once, and sometimes progressively? What is the relation between faith and certainty? Bob and Dave have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning these questions.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering two questions. One is about the saving message. Is the saving message any different pre-cross and post-cross? The other question concerns those who’ve never heard the saving message of Jesus. What happens to them? Bob and Dave have some thoughts to share about both questions, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering two questions, one about rich people being saved and another about pastoral leadership. Why did Jesus say that it is harder for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven? And what should we make of pastors and leaders of churches that are not in doctrinal agreement? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding these questions!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering questions about the Free Grace position from the perspective of Matthew 5 and Galatians 5, which both could seem to be works-oriented. What are these passages saying? Do our works (positive or negative) have anything to do with eternal salvation? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about the content or object of saving faith. What is it that needs to be believed in order to receive eternal salvation? Bob and Dave will offer some answers and thoughts about this question in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering questions about Romans 10:9-10 as it is used in gospel presentations. Why in these verses does it seem like there are things to do beyond just believing to be saved? Bob and Dave have some answers and an interesting discussion for you concerning Romans 10:9-10.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering two questions: When a believer receives his resurrected or glorified body, what will it be like? Why did Paul have such a defeated experience to talk about in Romans 7? Bob and Dave have some thoughts to share about both questions, and we invite you to listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates is interviewing Dix Winston, a plenary speaker at our 2023 National Conference. They talk about Free Grace teaching, apologetics, assurance of eternal life and truth. The conference offers recreation, a family atmosphere, VBS and great fellowship. The teachers of the GES national conference are fun and interesting! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak are wrapping up a series about assurance of salvation. What should be believed about assurance of salvation? The previous eight episodes will be discussed and reviewed. Perhaps you’d like to go back and listen to them. If not, you can hear a summary of them here. Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak have been in a short series about assurance of salvation. Today they are continuing a list of the practical benefits that come with assurance of salvation. Some of these include a better prayer life, a better preparation for the Judgment Seat of Christ and a stronger thankfulness in tribulation. Wilkin and Vacendak will complete the list and encourage you!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak are talking about the practical benefits coming from assurance of salvation. How many ways can the assurance of salvation help you in living the Christian life? Listen and see if you can count them!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. In this episode, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak continue their series about assurance of eternal salvation. They speak about the “never passages” in the Gospel of John. What does John say concerning assurance? Does Jesus’ method of evangelizing, in fact, guarantee it? Listen to this interesting episode and then listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak are continuing a series about assurance of salvation. What does the Gospel of John say about the assurance of eternal salvation? Why is John 5:24 such a central passage for the assurance of salvation? Why does so much theology about eternal salvation contradict what Jesus says about eternal salvation and eternal security? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding assurance of salvation!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak are continuing a series about assurance of salvation. What do Arminians and Free Grace people say about how assurance of salvation is gained? What would a Free Grace believer say? Should the faithfulness of a believer play into his or her assurance? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak are continuing a series about assurance of salvation. What do Arminians and Free Grace people say about how assurance of salvation is gained? What would a Free Grace believer say? Should the faithfulness of a believer play into his or her assurance? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak are continuing a series about assurance of salvation. What would you say is the definition of assurance of salvation? Calvinists, Arminians, and Focused Free Grace people have different definitions, which Wilkin and Vacendak will explore today. Do you have absolute assurance of your eternal salvation? Here’s an interesting discussion concerning this matter.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. In this episode, Bob Wilkin and Bob Vacendak begin a short series about the assurance of eternal salvation. Is assurance of salvation of the essence of saving faith? They will look at assurance throughout church history. Listen to this interesting episode and then listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about works for eternal salvation. Are works necessary to go to heaven? Isn’t 2 Peter saying this in 1:10? How does the “Calling and Election” work in this verse? Also related, what is the “rich entrance” of 2 Peter 1:11? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this question and this passage!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about being born again before or during Christ’s earthly ministry. Were there not many in Israel, Old Testament believers, who had already believed in the coming Christ before He arrived? What other implications are in a question such as this? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about end times and judgments. How, when and why will millennial kingdom believers be judged? What all happens at the Great White Throne Judgment? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about these questions in today’s episode. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about finding God’s will–especially for a marriage partner, but also in other decisions. Is there a formula for this? How can we know that we’ve arrived at the point where God wants us? Or maybe it’s not a point but a matter of freedom–making a wise choice out of many choices that God would be honored by. Bob and Ken have an interesting discussion for you concerning this matter. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates is interviewing a family that attended our 2023 National Conference. They talk about the family’s experience as well as Free Grace teaching. The conference offers recreation, a family atmosphere, VBS and great fellowship. The people of the GES community are fun and interesting! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about election in the Bible. There are things, people and groups of people in the Bible that are elected to or for certain reasons. Sometimes it is not clear in the context, but many times it is very clear what the election is about. Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this question!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering three different questions, lightning round style. They start out with a question about rewards. Then, how should we relate to those giving out a false gospel? Lastly, can we give back the gift of eternal salvation by converting to a false religion? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about unbelievers and following Christ. This involves Mark 2 (Levi, better known as Matthew) and Luke 19 (Zacchaeus). Did Jesus invite people to follow Him who were not believers? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this question in today’s episode. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Lazarus and the rich man in Hades. In Luke 16:27-31, is Abraham equating repentance and persuasion? How is persuasion related to believing? Bob and Ken have an interesting discussion for you concerning these questions. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about children who die before the age of accountability. The question more specifically is, “Will they have glorified bodies in the Millennium?” Bob and Ken have some ideas about this, and we hope you will listen in! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about miracles and who can perform them. They also deal with many “side-issues” to this question. Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this question!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the so-called “unpardonable sin.” Is there a sin that God cannot or has decreed that He will not forgive? What does it mean to “blaspheme against the Holy Spirit?” This seems to be a difficult passage for many. Listen and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are continuing a discussion from the previous day about forgiveness of offenses and consequences for sin. What about Jesus’ example in forgiveness? What about Stephen’s example in Acts 7? Bob and Ken will offer some further answers and thoughts about forgiveness in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about forgiveness. What are the terms of forgiveness in our relations with others? Are there conditions? What about bitterness? Is it okay to hold things against others who have not repented? And here is a big one: Is forgiveness equal to forgetting? Bob and Ken have an interesting discussion for you about this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates is interviewing a family that attended our 2023 National Conference. They talk about this family’s experience as well as Free Grace teaching. The conference offers recreation, a family atmosphere, VBS and great fellowship. The people of the GES community are fun and interesting! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about assurance or eternal security in Matthew 5:22. If we say the wrong thing to someone else, like calling them a fool, are we essentially endangering our eternal salvation or giving it back, so to speak? What is this wording from the Sermon on the Mount really talking about? Please listen for some Biblical clarity regarding this text!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Revelation 1:5-6. Are these verses saying that all Christians will reign as kings? What about priests? This is a difficult passage. Listen and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about women and childbearing. There is actually a Scripture reference that states that women will be saved through childbearing. What does this mean? Does this mean that a woman needs to have children to go to heaven? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this question in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about “believers” and “sons.” When the New Testament talks about these, does it mean the same thing? Is every believer a son? Does “son” (referring to believers) always mean the same thing in all New Testament contexts? Bob and Ken will have an interesting discussion about this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about measuring or evaluating the Christian life. Is it what God expects or wants it to be? What metrics should be used to evaluate it? Is there a report card, so to speak? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the giving of a testimony. What is a testimony? What is the proper way to give a testimony? To whom is a testimony given? What should a testimony say? What is a good testimony or a bad testimony? Please listen for some Biblical clarity and some ideas about giving your testimony!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the promise of everlasting life. What are the terms or conditions for receiving everlasting life? What promises is Hebrews 6 talking about? Listen and learn about this on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question and talking about criticizing and respecting Bible teachers. Should we never criticize a Bible teacher when we disagree or believe that the Bible disagrees with some point of theirs? Bob and Ken will offer some answers and thoughts about this issue in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about eternal rewards. What if some believers are demotivated by the concept of eternal rewards? What if they are paralyzed by the fear that they have not earned any rewards? What if they fear their sins following them to the Judgment Seat of Christ? Should there be fear about this? Bob and Ken will talk about these things.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the baptism of a believer. Is it something that all believers should do? Should it only be done for those who show some level of commitment to follow Christ? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the meaning and application of John 6:44. In this verse, is Jesus saying that only those who are chosen are the ones who are drawn to Christ? Is this an argument for irresistible grace? In what way does Christ give light to every man on earth? Please listen for some Biblical clarity about these questions and issues.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the difference between eternal life and resurrection life. What do these terms mean and what is the difference? Why do we need to be transformed? Listen and learn about these words on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are talking about something that has been called the Messianic Secret. What is this about? Did Jesus claim to be the Christ or not? Why, in some cases, did He seemingly try to hide that He was the Messiah? Bob and Ken will offer Biblical answers and thoughts about this issue in today’s episode. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Calvinism being taught in a church that claims to be non-Calvinist. What is the best way to counter Calvinist teaching without being disrespectful or rude? How can churches teach more consistently with their doctrinal statement? Bob and Ken will talk about these things.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about 2 Corinthians 7:14, which speaks of a believer sanctifying an unbelieving spouse. What is the meaning and application of the word “sanctify” in this context? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are for a third day looking at some references to repentance and salvation. In Luke 13:3, is Jesus saying that repentance is needed in order to not individually perish? What does He mean by “perish”? How does forgiveness work into the discussion? Please listen for some Biblical clarity about these questions and issues.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are again looking at some references to repentance and salvation. Does Acts 3:19 address some need for repentance in order to be saved from the lake of fire or is it about something else? How about 2 Pet 3:19? Listen and learn about these questions on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are looking at some references to repentance and salvation. Is repentance required for our sins to be wiped clean? Is it necessary to be born again? In 2 Corinthians 7:10, is Paul talking to unbelievers about eternal salvation? Bob and Ken will offer Biblical answers about these issues in today’s episode. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the website heavenornot.net. Is this a good website? What are its pros and cons? What is the true way to receive the gift of eternal salvation? What is a good way to evangelize others? Is there a proper formula? Bob And Ken will talk about these things.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the early church fathers. How dependable is the information we might get from reading their writings? When did the Catholic church really begin? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about rewards and how they might be or may not be related to eternal salvation. Does Jesus, Paul, or the Bible teach about rewards? What is said about them? Are all believers rewarded equally? Is this a justification issue or a sanctification issue? What are the rewards and what are they for? How and when do I get them? Please listen for some Biblical clarity about these questions.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are responding to questions about the term, “Lord’s Day” in Revelation 1:10. Is “the Lord’s Day” Sunday, or is it equivalent to “the Day of the Lord” mentioned in other Bible references? Also, is there a difference in “believing in Jesus” and “believing in Jesus for everlasting life?” Listen and learn about these questions on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus Podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are looking at a couple of questions today. What is the practical meaning of Revelation 22:18-19? What is “adding to” or “taking away from” the “book of this prophecy”? What is the pre-Tribulation Rapture position? Bob and Philippe will offer Biblical answers about these issues in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about what needs to be believed in order to receive everlasting life. Do we have to believe something about the “kingdom”? Is Church membership a Biblical concept? Is it a Biblical necessity? Bob And Philippe will talk about these things.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about Acts 2:38. Is eternal salvation mentioned in Acts 2:38? What is going on dispensation-wise here? Can a person who has impure thoughts be saved? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about who has eternal life and a question about sanctification. What if a person believes in Christ but does not want eternal life? Do you need to want it? What is sanctification? How is faith related to sanctification? Please listen for some Biblical clarity about these questions.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are responding to questions about sin. How would you define sin? What is the origin of sin? How does it make its way into my life? What about the conviction of sin? Why does it exist? Where does it come from? Listen and learn about it all on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are looking at a couple of questions today. Is it possible to be saved before we gain eternal security? What is the Biblical doctrine that is called eschatology? What judgments will be included in the end times? Bob and Philippe will offer Biblical answers about these issues in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about the deity of Christ related to eternal salvation. Is believing in the deity of Jesus Christ a requirement to receive eternal salvation? What does it mean that Jesus is the “Son of God”? Bob And Philippe will talk about these things.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates is interviewing an attendee of our 2023 National Conference. They talk about Bernie’s testimony as well as Free Grace teaching. The conference offers recreation, a family atmosphere, VBS and great fellowship. The people of the GES community are fun and interesting! Listen and see! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are addressing the content or focus of belief that would be a condition for eternal salvation. What does it mean to “believe in Him,” as John 3:16 and the rest of John puts it? Please listen for some Biblical answers to these questions.
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question about the durability of rewards that faithful Christians will someday receive. Is it possible that a Christian can lose rewards in heaven? What does the Bible say? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are continuing their study of salvation words. What is righteousness in the Bible? How can we be righteous? What about sanctification? How are these related? How is sanctification compared or contrasted with justification? Bob and Steve will offer their thoughts and define these very important words.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are talking about key salvation doctrine words. What is reconciliation? Is there more than one kind? How about redemption? How does Christ’s work provide for these or make them possible? Please listen to this episode of Grace in Focus!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are talking about eternal security. This is the teaching that says, “once saved, always saved.” Where does it come from? Is it true? How do we know? Listen to learn more!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are addressing “final salvation” and “perseverance of the saints.” When does God grant justification? Is it at the beginning of the “race” or at the end? Does faith have to produce works to be saving faith? Please listen for some Biblical answers to these questions.
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are explaining words and terms related to soteriology. Is it possible to be a carnal Christian? Does believing in Christ for eternal salvation require a decision? Is faith a decision? Listen and learn on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus Podcast!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are continuing their study of salvation words. What is propitiation? Then, what in the world is this thing called the protoevangelium? Bob and Steve will offer their thoughts and define these very important words. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are talking about key salvation doctrine words. What is Annihilationism? How can I be sure I am eternally saved? Will a denial of Christ forfeit my chance for eternal salvation? Please listen to this episode of Grace in Focus!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are beginning a short series about key words pertaining to the doctrine of soteriology. What is soteriology? This is the doctrine of eternal salvation. Listen to learn more. You may become a theologian!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about rewards and how or why we will or won’t receive them from God someday. Someone might say, “Oh, we could never merit a reward from God.” But does that preclude God from choosing to give a reward based on His will and our obedience or endurance? Merit or no merit, is it not His prerogative still? Please listen for some Biblical clarity about this.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are responding to a question about the origins and history of Lordship Salvation. Is this a recent development? According to the Bible, does Jesus need to be Lord in order to be Savior? Listen and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are looking at the validity of the Free Grace position. Are all believers disciples of Christ? Will all believers rule with Christ someday? What is the Biblical view of rewards? Bob and David will offer Biblical answers about these issues in today’s episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about responsibility for sin and unlimited atonement. If Ezekiel 18:20 says that each person is responsible for their own sin, how can Christ bear the sins of the world? There are also some Lexicon recommendations and a discussion about re-baptism. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates is interviewing an attendee of our 2023 National Conference. They talk about Micaela’s testimony as well as the Free Grace teaching, the recreation, the family atmosphere, VBS and the fellowship. The people of the GES community are fun and interesting! Listen and see! And listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Dave Renfro are answering two questions. Is God’s grace ever deserved? We say that saving grace is unmerited, but are there some Biblical instances where it seems grace is given by meriting it? The other question is about repentance. Is repentance required to have everlasting life? Please listen for some Biblical answers to these questions.
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Dave Renfro are explaining and answering a question about the Biblical meaning(s) of fear. When should we be afraid? When should we not be afraid? What is the “fear of the Lord”? Listen and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a concern about Luke 21:36–being worthy to stand before God. Is this standing before God during the Tribulation or before it? Then, there’s also a question about how much Bible reading is beneficial. Bob and David will offer their thoughts about these questions.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Leon Adkins are talking about faith and how it is separate from works. These cannot be mixed! They are also answering a question about faith in the Old Testament.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Leon Adkins are answering a question about the Judgment Seat of Christ. How can I be sure that I will hear, “Well done good and faithful servant”? Who are the overcomers? Listen to Grace in Focus today and each weekday!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates talk about the meaning of the parables in Matthew 13. What is the kingdom of heaven like? Do these parables say that we can buy our way into this kingdom? Please listen to this episode for a great explanation!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering questions about the mark of the Beast in Revelation and about women’s roles. How can women serve in church? What will happen to people who take the mark of the Beast? Can they still be saved? Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are here with an answer to a question about the Holy Spirit. What does the Bible teach about His role in salvation and sanctification? Does Free Grace Theology have any unique perspectives about the Holy Spirit? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the New Testament gift of prophecy. Is this simply about teaching or interpreting the Word of God accurately? Is it more than this? Is God giving special revelation through present day prophets? Please listen for some clarity on these things!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are responding to a question about John 6:65 where Jesus asserts that no one comes to Him unless the Father grants it. What is the meaning of this? Is this about election? Listen and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about how sin is defined. If I’m offended, does it mean the other person sinned? If someone else is not offended, does this mean I didn’t sin? Please listen to this episode!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about forgiveness between believers. What are the benefits of forgiveness between believers and toward the church? How does forgiveness affect or correspond to the Judgment Seat of Christ? Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will offer their thoughts about this question in this episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are here with an answer to a question about the tearing of the temple veil when Christ died. Which veil was this? How was it torn? What is the significance of this torn veil? Some interesting answers today. Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are continuing to introduce the new GES Seminary. Here is more information about how the seminary is being sustained and operated.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are talking about the new online seminary of GES. What does this seminary offer? Listen and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about a particular understanding of Luke 24:47. Was the original reading “for the forgiveness of sins” or “and the forgiveness of sins”? What is the relation between repentance and forgiveness? Please listen to this episode!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Hell. Would a loving God really send a person to eternal punishment in hell? How could anyone be bad enough to deserve this forever? Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will offer their thoughts about this question.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are here with an answer to a question about Messianic Jews. Are they “Free Grace” believers? Also, how do Messianic Jewish believers relate to the Old Testament Law today? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about a believer at the Judgment Seat of Christ being ashamed. Why or how could there be shame if the believer is in a glorified body? Aren’t sorrow, tears and shame supposed to go away then? Please listen for
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are responding to a question about revivals. How and why do they start? What is the saving message of most revivals in history? What is the Free Grace position on revivals? Listen and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about Romans 11:19-24. Romans 11:22 talks about being cut off. Is this about salvation? What does this mean? To whom does it refer? Please listen to this episode for the answer!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a few great questions about repentance, Luke 13:3, God’s sovereignty, man’s free will, dispensationalists, and the Judgment Seat of Christ. Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii will offer their thoughts rapid-fire style from a Free Grace position!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Vancendak are here with a review of our most recent national conference in May 2023. Bob was a plenary speaker. You will hear the “flavor” of our annual national conference as they have a conversation about it. Beware, today’s content might make you think
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are in Romans chapter 11. Is Paul giving a lesson in horticulture? What is all this “breaking” of branches and “wild olive branches,” and “grafting in?” Is Israel going to be reconciled nationally? Please listen to this episode for some clarity about Romans
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing to look at the (sometimes difficult) issues of Romans chapter 11. Is God done with Israel? Are Gentiles beneficiaries of eternal salvation only in the New Testament? How is God dealing with all this? Listen and enjoy today’s episode of the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are in the first part of Romans 11. How should we apply the promises that were made to the nation of Israel? How do good works sometimes get either front-loaded or back-loaded into the eternal salvation message? Kathryn and Ken will discuss this
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing their fly-over look at the NT book of Romans. They are at the end of Romans 10. Israel as a nation has rejected Christ. Is the Church now taking Israel’s place? He will fulfill His promises to them. But for now,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are resuming their survey of Romans. After a short review, they return to chapter 10, verse 13 where Paul focuses on the message of the Old Testament prophet Joel from Joel 2. What does Paul mean by “Call upon the name of the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about good works proving justification. Isn’t it logical that if the new birth brings the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, that it would also result in the believer producing good works? Is discipleship optional? Please listen for some clarity
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are responding to a question about the origins and practices of Eastern Orthodoxy. What is the history of the Eastern Church (Orthodoxy) and the Western Church (Catholicism)? What is the “saving message” of these churches? How can their beliefs be refuted? Listen and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about a particular translation of Philippians 4:7. What is a good philosophy on Scripture translation? How can a person have good decisions and actions? What is the best way to shape thinking?
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are answering a question about bodily resurrection. Is physical resurrection related to eternal security? Is it a part of our justification? What is the lowest common denominator in believing for eternal salvation? Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii will offer their thoughts about this
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Mike Lii are here with an answer to a question about repentance. Is repentance only for Jews? Is it mostly corporate (national) or is there not also individual repentance that is called for? What does the Bible mean when it speaks of God repenting? Some
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question from a listener about sanctification proving justification. What is the meaning of “final salvation” and why do some teachers talk about this? Also, what is a Biblical position about self-esteem and boasting? Please listen for some clarity on these
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are responding to a question about the exact meaning of “believe in Jesus for eternal life.” How do we know that Jesus guarantees everlasting life to all who believe? Listen now and learn about it on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about the meaning of believing in Christ for everlasting life. How can something so simple turn into such confusion? They also entertain a question about soul sleep. Where does this term come from?
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about repentance. Is it a condition for regeneration? Is it a part of our sanctification or the growth process of the Christian life? Bob Wilkin and David Renfro will offer their thoughts about repentance in this episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are here answering two questions. The first is about eschatological judgments. The second is about what Christians will be like in our resurrection bodies. Some speculation is required, but interesting answers none the less! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question from a listener about 1 John 3:6-9. There are at least seven different major interpretations of 1 John 3:9. What is the point of these verses? Please listen for some clarity on this!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are responding to a question about “Admit,” “Believe,” “Call” or “ABC.” This is a simple, clever and memorable method of evangelism seen on gospel tracts and used widely to evangelize children. But does it have merit? Listen now and learn about it on
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question about confessing Christ or denying Christ and evangelism. Some fear a loss of salvation because they have not confessed Christ or witness Him enough. Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins will discuss this and related things on today’s podcast.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a few questions wrapped into one. How is teaching about the Bema related to Calvinism? Also, can supporters of abortion and of homosexuality be presently saved? Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins will offer their thoughts about these things.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are here answering two questions. The first is about the saving message and whether it is circular. The second is about Paul calling the gospel, “my gospel.” Interesting answers! Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are at the beginning of Romans chapter 10. This chapter is at the culmination of the so-called “Roman’s Road.” Does “saved” in the Bible always refer to eternal salvation? Might it sometimes refer to some other kind of salvation? Do you have to
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing to look at the (sometimes difficult) issues of Romans chapter 9. Did God really harden Pharaoh’s heart? And was this part of God’s predestination of Pharaoh? Yet the Old Testament account says that Pharaoh hardened his own heart first. How does
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are still in Romans 9. Does God really choose certain individuals to be saved or lost before they are even born? Or is this election about God choosing whom He is going to work through? Does He hate some people and love others?
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing their fly-over look at the NT book of Romans. They are at the beginning of Romans 9. Israel as a nation has rejected Christ. But God is not done with them. He will fulfill His promises to them. But for now,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are resuming their survey of Romans. They will be giving us an introduction of Romans 9-11, which focuses on the nation of Israel–how it is distinct from the Church. What is God going to do about Israel? Is He finished with them? Listen
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are addressing a question about the shame mentioned in Romans 10:11. Are believers never to experience shame–even no shame or regret at the Judgment Seat of Christ? We are hoping you will join us each weekday on the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are addressing a question about the Biblical phrase “passed from death unto life.” Is this phrase about our position of having life in Christ, or about the experience of our life in Christ? Listen to find out and listen each weekday to the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are here for a question and answer episode. Have you ever heard that acquiring eternal salvation is like getting in and being wheel-barrowed across Niagara Falls or like sitting trustingly in a chair? Hear what Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates have to say
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are addressing a question about the phrase “fallen from grace,” and the word “gospel,” in Galatians? Does this term always refer to the good news of eternal salvation or are there many other types of “good news” as well? What did Paul mean
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are addressing a question about predestination and even double-predestination. Is Jude 4 really even talking about predestination? What is the message of Jude? Listen to this episode and listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, what should you do if you are having a hard time finding a grace-oriented church? Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates have some ideas about this. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are addressing a question about the permanence of eternal salvation. How does Romans 11 address Jews, Gentiles, the end times and dispensations? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering some questions about a popular evangelism method for the past 50 years. How many steps are there? Is repentance and Lordship a part of the gospel? Bob Wilkin and David Renfro will offer their thoughts about these things. Please listen!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are concluding a short series about the minor prophet Jonah, a prophet who had his priorities a little out of whack! But there is a great final lesson in these last few verses of the book where God and Jonah have a final
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are winding down a short series about the minor prophet Jonah. Do you ever get angry? Have you ever been angry at God? Why is it that God can be so gracious to us and sometimes we can be so against Him? Please
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are in a short series about the minor prophet Jonah. So Jonah finally makes it to Nineveh and delivers God’s message! The people of the great city respond to God, and God in turn responds to them with His grace. Please listen to
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are in the middle of a short series about the minor prophet Jonah. Prayer is a wonderful privilege. We can pray anywhere, and God can hear us! Today, Jonah prays from an unusual and unlikely “prayer closet.” Please listen to this episode and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are in a short series about the minor prophet Jonah. Jonah thinks he has run away from God but finds this is not possible. Now he is cornered–stuck on a little ship–in the middle of a big and stormy sea. There’s nowhere to
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are continuing a short series about Jonah, the reluctant prophet. This is more than just a fish story! God knows how to deal with my stubbornness! Please listen today and to the next five episodes for a great story of God’s sovereignty and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are on the second episode of a short series about the minor prophet Jonah. Have you, as a believer in God, ever wanted to go in the wrong direction? Like one-eighty opposite to God? Please listen today and to the next six episodes.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are opening up a short series about the minor prophet Jonah. This is more than just a story about a big fish! What is the big emphasis in Jonah’s story? Please listen today and to the next seven episodes for a great lesson
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are responding to a question about fears when witnessing to unbelievers. For some, this causes so much anxiety that it almost rises to the level of a panic attack. One time our host Bob Wilkin even had this experience. What can be done
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question about “the outer darkness” spoken of in Matthew 22. Is this outer darkness related somehow to “the four soils” of Luke 8? Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins will discuss this and related things on today’s podcast. So please listen
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question about repentance. Have you ever wondered what repentance is and what it is for? Is it the same thing as faith, like “just another side of the same coin?” Or is it a part of faith? Or does it
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are addressing a question about Satan’s access to God and to us as believers. And another question about humility and faith: How are they related? A couple of really good questions from listeners. See what Bob and Steve have to say. Listen each
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are concluding this short series about Zane Hodges. What a great exegete of Scripture, and what a man of God he was. Please listen to this concluding episode of the series about the life and influence of Zane Hodges. ***SPECIAL OFFER: Zane Hodges’
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are continuing their conversation about a man who was so influential in their lives, Zane Hodges. Today, they remember his ministry at Victor Street Bible Chapel. Just a small church in east Dallas, but he took his work and ministry there among minorities
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are continuing their memories of a favorite professor, Zane Hodges. In fact, many people who were influenced by Zane did not think of him so much as a professor but more as a friend. That was Steve Elkins’ experience as he relates in
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are continuing a series about their memories of the life and ministry of Zane Hodges, an influential professor and scholar in Free Grace Theology. Listen now and learn more about the roots of GES on today’s episode of the Grace in Focus Podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are beginning a week-long conversation about the life and influence of Zane Hodges. Probably more than anyone else, Zane’s life and ministry has so positively influenced the Grace Evangelical Society. Most of our leaders and speakers interacted with and were taught by him.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question from a listener about possible different levels of Christians in the kingdom. Will there be coach class seats and first class seats in the kingdom? Will I get an inheritance? If so, how is this all determined? Will I
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are responding to a question about intrusive thoughts, false guilt, sin, and what it means to walk in the light and have fellowship with God. What is confession for, and what is repentance for? What is the difference? What does the Bible say
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question about implicit faith. They will explain what this is and why it is not really faith. Why are people who have never heard about God or His gift of eternal salvation still culpable? Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins will
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question about the difference between true experience and false experience. Does God reveal things to people today? Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins will offer their thoughts about these things. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are at the mics answering a question about the meaning of the word “know” in relation to knowing God. Do all believers know God? There is a huge difference in knowing about God and knowing God.
Also, if I’m guilty of murder, can I lose my salvation? Listen each weekday to the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering a question from a listener who wonders: “What if a person believes that Jesus’ death and resurrection covers their sins, but does not source their belief in Jesus’ promise that they would never perish but have everlasting life as a result of believing Him for this?” Justification is by faith alone apart from works, based on the Word of God. Faith needs to be in Jesus for what He promised. Please listen to this episode for some clarity on this issue!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are responding to the accusation that Free Grace Theology promotes sin and licentious living. So what about the sin problem, and how did Christ deal with that? How should we then deal with it? What does the Bible say about this? What is the true source of motivation to live godly in Christ Jesus?
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering why works systems will not and do not bring eternal salvation. Can someone have faith in Jesus, also do works and be eternally saved? Won’t the faith part still be effective? Why or why not? Bob Wilkin and David Renfro will discuss this and related things on today’s podcast.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering a question about the content of Jesus’ teaching during His earthly ministry. What is the “Gospel of the Kingdom?” Why did Jesus call for repentance? How many gospels are there? Bob Wilkin and David Renfro will offer their thoughts about these
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are at the broadcast desk and what an interesting question about the occupations of believers in the new heaven and the new earth! There’s some sanctified speculative imagination in the discussion today–maybe a little sci-fi but interesting none-the-less! Of course, the Bible is not specific on this exact topic–we are not teaching absolute truth, but just listen and enjoy and think about it! Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are at the end of Romans chapter 8. These last two verses of the chapter present a lot of hope for us as they have through the years for many believers. But what exactly is the hope that these verses present? Are they about eternal security or is there something else that they primarily focus on? Please listen to this episode for some clarity about God’s love and Romans chapter 8!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing to look at the many (sometimes difficult) issues of Romans chapter 8. Some think of Romans 8:29-30 as “The Golden Chain.” Do these verses support Calvinistic election, that God chooses who goes to heaven and who goes to hell? What does it mean to be “called” by God? And what does it mean in this context to be “justified” by God? So listen and enjoy today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are still in Romans 8. Verse 28 says “All things work together for good…” To what do the words “all things” of this verse refer? What else does it say (and not say) and what meaning should we glean from this famous verse? Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates will discuss this and related things on today’s podcast. So please join us for it!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing their fly-over look at the NT book of Romans. They are in the middle of Romans 8–a really great chapter! What is the purpose of suffering for the Christian? What is the meaning of all the trials we go through? Why can’t prosperity be for all believers as some teach and believe? Lots to think about here. Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates will offer their thoughts about Romans 8 and these topics. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are discussing Romans 8:17. Is there a difference between being an heir of God and being a joint-heir of Jesus? And what does suffering and endurance have to do with it all? Listen to this episode and find out. Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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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!
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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!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about the content of faith for eternal salvation before the cross and after the cross. Is there any difference? They will discuss this and related things on today’s podcast. So please join us for it!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about how much Jesus talked about hell. Was it actually more than He talked about heaven? Did He use hell as an evangelistic motivation, and therefore should we also?
Also, is it okay for Christians to pray imprecatory prayers, and if so, how does this fit with “loving your enemies”? Lots to think about here. Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling will offer their thoughts about these things. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering at least three questions about hell. There is a lot of teaching about hell that does not match up with what the Bible says. So what does the Bible say about it all? Please listen to this episode to find out. Then join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering some questions many are asking. What about Christians who are democrats? Is this possible? What really is the (only) issue connected to receiving eternal life? How should we relate to others with opposing political views? Listen to this episode for some very helpful thoughts!
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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!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing their highlight series on the book of Romans. Believers have a choice to walk by the flesh and experience death or to walk by the Spirit and experience life. And who are the sons of God in Romans chapter eight? How do we reach the goal of maturity in Christ? Ken and Kathryn will discuss this on today’s podcast. So please join us for it!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing their highlight survey of Romans. Today–what a great chapter in the Bible! Romans chapter eight! How do I avoid the consequences of sin as a believer? What is the secret of successful Christian living? Ken and Kathryn will offer their thoughts from Romans 8 about this. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates will be continuing in Romans chapter seven. This is the chapter where Paul describes his attempt (and dismal failure) at pleasing God in his own strength by keeping laws. This only produced death and more sin, pride, and looking down on others. But pleasing Christ is not automatic either! We need to be careful to eliminate all legalistic systems and rules and to simply focus on Christ. Please listen to this episode and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing in Romans, beginning at chapter 7. One question that many ask about this chapter: As Paul is talking about his life, is Paul talking about his experience since becoming a believer, or about his previous experience when he was an unbeliever? And how does what he experienced inform us about successfully living and walking as a believer? So listen now for some very helpful thoughts!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are in Romans 6 and are especially looking at 6:23, a verse that is often used or misused as part of the “Romans Road” presentation of the gospel. Why is it so misunderstood? What indications are there that this verse is usually misapplied? How does the immediate context of Romans 6 show the true meaning and correct application of this verse? Take a listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus Podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are returning to and continuing their highlight series on the book of Romans. Can a believer sin and still go to heaven? Does Free Grace theology just give a license to sin, as many accuse? (Some might call it “hyper-grace”). God forbid–certainly not! Paul had an answer for this accusation. Ken and Kathryn will discuss this on today’s podcast. So please join us for it!
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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!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling will be answering a question about the eternal salvation of Zacchaeus in Luke 19. Does Luke 19:1-10 definitively mention the eternal salvation of Zacchaeus? If not, what does Jesus mean by the “salvation” that He speaks about? You will find this discussion interesting. Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are answering a question about whom will we know in the eternal state and how will we be related or connected to other believers and relatives we have had on earth in the pre-glorified state? What activities will we be involved in there? Surely we’ve all thought about this many times. So listen now for some interesting thoughts!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are continuing a discussion generated from the question of yesterday’s podcast. Basically, they are talking about the possibility of more than one mode of humanity in the Millennium and in the new heaven and new earth. What would necessitate this? What hint(s) does Scripture give that this could be a possibility? You will surely find this episode interesting–so please join us for it!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are tackling a question that covers a lot of territory. From dispensations to modes of humanity, how will human life be propagated in the Millennium? Will people have natural bodies in the millennial kingdom? Bob and Philippe will offer some helpful thoughts about all this–and some related interesting things for you to think about as well. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are continuing the discussion of the last 3 days. What is the Biblical evidence for the theological inferences of which they have been talking (two modes of humanity)? This dynamic expansion (continuing generations/population) in the new heaven and the new earth is mentioned or inferred in at least four scriptural passages. So take a listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates will be looking at Romans 5:16-18 and speaking about death and condemnation. What happened for us or to us when Adam sinned? Is condemnation about a future in the lake of fire or about a present enslavement to sin? You will find this discussion interesting. Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are moving through highlights in the book of Romans. Romans 5:8-10 is the focus today, and especially the phrase, “much more then.” Some have said that this is the essential phrase for understanding Romans. So listen now for some good thoughts to live by and to share with others!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing their Romans series. Romans 5:1-5 has a lot in it! It is the beginning of the section about Christian living (chapters 5-8). As believers, we are at peace with God. And because of that we have access. What does it mean that “we have access”? We can go to Him. We can receive and appropriate His power. And we have hope. This is a great “therefore” in Romans. What a rich passage! Take a listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing in Romans. In Romans 4:25, Paul used a new word for justification. Why does he do this? How is justification related to sanctification and is Romans more about justification or sanctification? Condemnation or servitude to sin is no longer an issue if we choose to live in the power of the Spirit and experience the salvation from slavery to sin. You will surely find this episode interesting and helpful. Please join us for it!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are picking up their series on Romans which they started earlier in January of this year. Paul illustrates being declared righteous by God through faith, with Abraham’s life (2-4) and with David’s life (vv. 5-8). Ken and Kathryn will offer some helpful thoughts about all this and some things for you to think about as well. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are clarifying some things about the discussion of God’s wrath in the book of Romans. Speaking of God’s wrath, most often it is thought of as future–as in the “Great Tribulation,” “Great White Throne” or “lake of fire.” Ken and Kathryn demonstrate that the wrath in the Romans context is a present wrath. Other books like 1 Thessalonians speak of His future wrath. You will find this discussion interesting. Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin are answering a question about the ability to recognize and know loved ones after this life. Will we be able to be aware of who they are in heaven? This is a question you may have wondered about. Bob and David have some good thoughts to share, so please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin are answering a question about the content of and the extent of faith that is necessary for receiving eternal salvation. How much do you need to believe about Jesus? Could you believe a lot about Christ and miss eternal salvation? Take a listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are answering questions about the Judgment Seat of Christ and about the essence of believing in Jesus. What is The Judgment Seat of Christ for? What will Christ be judging?
Also, can believing in Jesus be called a work? What is the “obedience of faith”? You will surely find this episode interesting. Please join us for it!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin are entertaining a couple of questions on this episode. One is about the history of Free Grace theology. How long has it been around? Another is from Revelation 3:11 concerning the durability of eternal rewards. Can some rewards be lost? Which ones can’t be lost? Bob and David will offer some helpful thoughts about all of this. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin are answering a question arising from the conversation in John 3 between Jesus and Nicodemus. When Jesus mentions being “born of the Spirit and of water,” what does the water part of that phrase refer to? How does this happen? You will hear the different proposed meanings in this podcast. And one other question: Is the cross enough? Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin are looking at a particular kind of suffering that some Christians have to endure, even as Christ endured–that of suffering at the hands of other Christians or other religious leaders. This is very timely as a Good Friday podcast. Not only did He suffer, He is calling us to suffer. He is even, to some extent, “leading us through suffering.” Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin are looking closely at different types of eternal rewards. This is distinctive of Free Grace Theology–to put an emphasis on rewards as Scripture does. What, would you say, are the three broad categories of rewards that God gives to faithful Christians? You will know what they are when you listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are explaining the Scriptural meaning of statements made about losing one’s faith, “falling away,” or the equivalent. Can believers fall away? Yes, but is this talking about a loss of eternal salvation? You will surely find this episode interesting. Please join us!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin are looking at a question of reality that some say is necessary pertaining to almost everything. That is, some think that there must be at least a shadow of doubt about things like the death of Christ, His resurrection, and the assurance of eternal salvation. Why do they think this and what is the answer to this kind of doubt? Bob and Steve will offer some helpful thoughts on this topic. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin are adding some comments to last Thursday’s episode (the episode before last) about the “rich entrance” into Christ’s kingdom (2 Peter 1:5-11). Both this passage and the book of Hebrews reveal. in the way they are interpreted. a big contrast between a Calvinist perspective and a Free Grace perspective. You will find this enlightening and interesting. Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, father and daughter team Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are speaking about a couple of upcoming educational and mission endeavors in Africa and in Europe. If you’ve wondered about what some ways are that God is using GES in other parts of the world, be sure to listen to this Grace in Focus episode.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin are looking closely at 1 Peter 1:5-11. This passage talks about some things that we need to “add to our faith.” What does it mean to “add to our faith”? Will these things help us gain or even keep eternal salvation? Find out why or why not when you listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Steve Elkins and Ken Yates are answering a question about the purpose of Church discipline. Can a born again person be sexually immoral? Some think not. But if so, can you share a meal with them? What is the true purpose of Church discipline? You will surely find this episode interesting. Please join us!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, Philippe Sterling and Bob Wilkin are concluding a short study of 1 Peter. What does it mean to “humble yourself under the mighty hand of God”? How are you “casting all your cares upon Him”? This study series on 1 Peter is worth another listen to re-awaken your love relationship with God! Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, Philippe Sterling and Bob Wilkin are winding down an excellent short study of the NT book of 1 Peter. Bob Wilkin comments that Philippe’s overview of 1 Peter during this study (five previous episodes in addition to this one, as well as one following) has been better than most seminary students may get in a seminary class! Please listen to this episode (and the previous 5 episodes of this series), and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Philippe Sterling and Ken Yates continue their study and discussion of 1 Peter. Suffering is a part of the Christian experience and of Church life. So also should be our hope of inheritance and eternal rewards in the future to come. If you’ve wondered about this, be sure to listen to this Grace in Focus episode.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, Philippe Sterling and Bob Wilkin continue looking at 1 Peter. Not only do believers need to maintain a proper relation to God and to other believers, they also have relational responsibilities to the world, to properly constituted authority and to their families. We should be characterized by respect and not rebellion. What three ways does Christ’s example inform us when it comes to suffering?
Then there is that word, “submission.” Why do we hate it so much? It is really a good word. Find out why when you listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Philippe Sterling and Ken Yates are talking about the contents of 1 Peter. There are many important relationships that are highlighted in this book. One of those relationships is a corporate one–the way we act toward each other in the family of God. There are some things to adopt and nurture. There are also some things to put away. Our spiritual growth is not only individual. It is also to be evidenced in our life together in the local church. You will surely find this episode (and this whole series) interesting and motivating. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, Philippe Sterling and Bob Wilkin are continuing a short study of 1 Peter from the New Testament. How are you doing in your life of service to the Lord? How are you using the freedom He has given you? This study on 1 Peter is going to challenge you and will wake up your love relationship with God. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, Philippe Sterling and Bob Wilkin are introducing a short study about the New Testament book of 1 Peter. Please listen to this episode and the following six episodes of this series. Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Steve Elkins and Ken Yates answer a question about the nature of saving faith. What does a person need to understand and to believe about Jesus to have eternal life? If you’ve wondered about this, be sure to listen to this Grace in Focus episode.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin answer a question about forgiveness. How is forgiveness related to eternal salvation? How is it related to fellowship with God? What does forgiveness mean Biblically? Does the Bible speak about positional and experiential forgiveness? Find out what Bob and Ken think and what the Bible says about these questions when you listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Steve Elkins and Ken Yates are concluding a short series about the term, “adoption as sons” in the NT. How does history inform the meaning of the phrase? You will surely find this episode (and this 3-part series) interesting and motivating. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin are continuing a discussion about the meaning of a NT phrase, “adoption as sons.” How do Romans 8 and Hebrews 12 show the meaning of this little phrase? What is the difference in being God’s child and becoming a son of God? How do we get to be adopted as sons? You will certainly find this episode enlightening and interesting!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, Steve Elkins, and Bob Wilkin are talking about a New Testament phrase translated as “adoption as sons.” What did this phrase mean in NT times? How should we think of its use in the NT? Please listen to this episode and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates answer a question about Revelation 22:19: What does it mean that “God will take away someone’s part out of the Book of Life” or the “Tree of Life?” Is this a reference to eternal salvation or to rewards? If you’ve wondered about this, you may find the pieces to your puzzle as you listen to this Grace in Focus episode.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin answer a question about what is essential to being born again. If a denomination or tradition is not clear on getting or keeping eternal salvation, should we then assume that those who are a part of that denomination are not saved? Find out what Bob and Ken think and what the Bible says about this question when you listen to today’s episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about our response to future rewards. Will we be proud? Will we be ashamed? What will the true focus of rewards be? Have you ever wondered about this? You will surely find this episode interesting and motivating. Please listen!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are getting ready to go soon on a mission trip to Zambia, Africa. This will be their seventh trip to Zambia! They will be teaching in a Bible College there. Listen to find out what they are expecting and how to pray for them. We believe that you will find this episode quite informative and also interesting as you hear about GES mission outreach!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates along with Kathryn Wright are talking about Ken and Pam Yates’ recent trip to Mexico. GES is seeking to promote a free grace theology perspective in this little corner of the world. But there are some issues to overcome. How can you pray about these issues? How are the resources that are given to GES being used in part to spread a Biblical view of God’s grace in other parts of the world? Please listen to this episode and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates answer a question about faith and works and about the context of James–especially aimed at clarifying the meaning of James 2:14. Why do so many believe and teach that James 2:14 is about a faith that is connected to eternal salvation? What is the evidence in James and in the whole of the Bible that this is referring to a specific kind of faith that is not related to eternal salvation? Listen and find out!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin answer a question about having assurance of eternal salvation. Why do some believe that not being sure of salvation is a good thing? Do they claim to believe this because it motivates Christians to live right? How well does this work? Aren’t there better ways to motivate Christians? Listen to this episode–very relevant for today–of the Grace in Focus Podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are concluding their survey of the minor prophet, Joel. God is going to judge Israel’s enemies and restore Israel to Himself. There will be a national salvation by God for Israel. God is holy and just and good! Please listen to this important episode!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro, Bob Wilkin, and Ken Yates continue looking at the Old Testament prophet Joel. A famous quote on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:16) comes from the second chapter of Joel. How should the phrase, “Call upon the name of the Lord,” which is throughout scripture, be thought of? Come join us today and thank you for listening to this interesting discussion!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today and for two more episodes, David Renfro, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin will be talking about the Old Testament prophet Joel. After punishment of His people, and their subsequent obedience, God will bless His people. It will be a great and complete blessing. Please listen and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates continue their exegesis of the Old Testament minor prophet, Joel. God is going to be using another country and their army to invade and to bring judgment and destruction on His own people. The Day of the Lord is a great and terrible day. He is in control of all that happens. If God hates sin this much, what should we do about sin? Please listen to this Grace in Focus episode.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro, Ken Yates, and Bob Wilkin continue in Joel. If you’ve missed this series so far, you can go back three episodes and pick it up from the beginning. Sin brings God’s judgment, destruction and human suffering. Those in sin need to cry out to God, to repent, and to desire God’s mercy. Listen to this very relevant for today episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are continuing their study of Joel, the Old Testament minor prophet. With the introduction to the book behind them, they begin an exegesis of the text. The Day of the Lord is coming! The sins of God’s people are offending God and He has had plenty enough! Please listen to this important episode!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro, Bob Wilkin, and Ken Yates continue the series they started in the last episode. They are introducing the book of Joel. They begin with the outline of the book and discuss the first two verses of chapter one. We welcome you to this discussion and know that you will find it interesting!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. All this week, David Renfro, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin will be discussing the Old Testament minor prophet Joel. Today they will begin this short series with introductory aspects of the book. Please listen and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates continue an answer to a question about what is essential to be born again. Do we have to understand the Trinity or the Hypostatic union? If you are wondering about what it takes to be eternally saved, please listen to this Grace in Focus episode.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin answer an interesting question about what is essential to believe to be born again. The question includes things like believing the virgin birth, the deity of Christ, the eternal being of Christ, Christ’s position in the trinity, etc. Find out what Bob and Ken think and what the Bible says about this question as you listen to this episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about eating Jesus’ flesh and drinking His blood. Jesus talks about this in John 6:51-58. Is this about His literal flesh and blood? Is this about partaking of the Lord’s Supper? What does He mean? Please listen to this important episode!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates answer a question about the timing of the Rapture and the beginning of the Tribulation Period. Why does Bob Wilkin believe there is a small time gap between them? We welcome you to this discussion and hope that you will find it interesting!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today and all this week, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin are answering questions from listeners. If you have one, send it to us at radio@faithalone.org. Today’s segment discusses what should be done about parts of our body that seem to lead us into temptation, or that keep someone from believing for eternal salvation. What should that person do? Please listen and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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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.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin answer an interesting question about inheriting the kingdom of God. According to Galatians 5:19-21, don’t our sinful actions affect the status of our eternal salvation? Find out what Bob and Ken think and what this passage is actually saying as you listen to this episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about repentance and what is necessary for Eternal Salvation. Why do some scripture passages seem to indicate that both repentance and faith are necessary in order to be saved? Bob and Ken look at many scriptures to answer this question. Please listen to this important episode!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates answer a question about “falling away from the faith.” What is the meaning of this phrase? Many say this is the loss of eternal salvation, but does the rest of scripture support this? We welcome you to this discussion and hope that you will join us on this episode!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today and all this week, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin are answering questions from listeners like you. What is the difference between following Jesus and believing in Jesus? Aren’t they the same? Why or why not? Bob and Ken give some really good answers to these questions with thoughtful application. Please listen, and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates conclude this short series as they get to the good part of the discussion. There is a solution to being under God’s wrath! There is a solution to being under the power of sin! This is the aim and the direction of the book of Romans. Listen to this Grace in Focus episode. You will doubtless find some good news, and some good encouragement for the difficult parts of life and living!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Kathryn Wright continue this short series about Romans. Jumping to Chapter 3, they begin with Paul’s conclusion about the condition of the pagan world of his day. It is all under the wrath of God. Even Jews and even the moral person is under God’s wrath. The problem in the book of Romans is that all are enslaved to sin, and how am I set free from the wrath of God? Find out what Kathryn and Ken think Romans says as you listen to this episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are continuing their discussion of the book of Romans. How is the book of Romans misunderstood today? What is the wrath of God in Romans 1:18, and where is it aimed? Can a believer experience the wrath of God? Listen and see! We hope you will!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright, and Ken Yates continue their short introductory study of Romans. What is the theme and the purpose of Romans? What is the meaning of “salvation” in Romans? Find out as you join us on this episode!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today and all this week, Ken Yates and Kathryn Wright are looking at the New Testament book of Romans. Of course, this will not be a full exposition and application of Romans, but rather the goal is to look at the recipients, the general goal and message of the book. Is the book of Romans an evangelistic book? Because of the so-called “Roman’s Road,” many believe it is. Please listen and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus Podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates take up a question about election and predestination. What does the Bible say and mean about them–are they the same or different? What does serving and suffering have to do with these two words? Listen to this Grace in Focus episode. You may find some good answers to some old and difficult questions!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin answer an interesting question about our status in Heaven or the quality of our eternal experience in the eternal state. Does the Bible say anything about this? Will there be “Haves” and “Have-nots” there? Find out what Bob and Ken think as you listen to this episode of Grace in Focus radio!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the judgment of the sheep and the goats in Matthew 25. In answering this, Bob looks at all three parables in the context of the Olivet Discourse (Matthew 24-25). The judgment of the sheep and the goats is not a parable, but a future historical account of Gentiles who come out of the Tribulation period. Who are the sheep, and who are the goats? Listen and see!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates answer a question about Eschatology and something Bob had mentioned earlier concerning a probable time gap between the Rapture and the beginning of the Tribulation Period.
There is also a question today from someone who is struggling with sanctification. We welcome you and hope that you will join us on this episode!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today and all this week, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin are answering questions from listeners like you. Today, there are three questions: Why does James 2:23 seem to mention that Abraham’s righteousness was not complete until he offers up Isaac? Did he not have faith much earlier in his life?
Then, there is another question about the free-grace position and eschatology.
And there is a third question about GES: Where do you find the central passage in the Bible for Eternal Salvation?
Bob and Ken give great answers to these questions with applications for us today. Please listen and join us each weekday for Grace in Focus radio!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, and Ken Yates speak on this Q&A edition about the Millennium. Will children be in the Millennial kingdom? And what will the Millennium be like? How will it compare to Eden? Lots of questions…are there any clues in the Bible? This will be interesting; listen to this Grace in Focus episode!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin talk about Ken’s daughter, Libby. Now with the Lord, she loved to call herself “Elisabeth.” She was one who “loved His appearing.” Ken has written a book about her life, entitled Elisabeth. We believe your heart will be warmed, and you will be blessed as you listen to this episode of the Grace in Focus podcast and as you read the book Elisabeth. It is available to you on this website at half-price through January 2023 if you use the codeword: “Podcast”.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, David Renfro and Ken Yates conclude their brief exegetical study of the minor prophet, Habakkuk. What would you do if God’s hand took away everything you depend on? Would you then be able to rejoice and praise God? Could you still trust Him to handle things? This episode will have a challenge for you. We hope you listen today.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, David Renfro and Ken Yates arrive at the last part of Habakkuk. This chapter is poetry and is a prayer. When God is through answering Habakkuk, Habakkuk is through complaining. He accepts God’s answer and worships Him for it. This is a great lesson for us, and we hope you can take time to listen today.
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin continue their short series on an Old Testament book called Habakkuk. Be sure about this: people and nations never get away with sin and evil. Today, we see God pronouncing judgment on the Chaldeans in the form of five woes. God is holding them accountable for their actions. Be sure to listen to this episode and join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
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Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, David Renfro and Ken Yates continue with Habakkuk and Habakkuk’s conversation with God. God has an answer to Habakkuk’s complaints. God’s word will never fail; it is permanent and certain. Therefore, God’s word needs to be obeyed. Those who live by faith are not proud, but they live in obedience to God’s command under the power of the Holy Spirit. Listen to this Grace in Focus episode. We are looking forward to your company!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin continue talking about Habakkuk. Why is it that God can allow a horrible nation to judge a nation that is not as bad as they are? Habakkuk is having a conversation with God about this. Habakkuk is making a lot of sense, but God has a plan that is above his sense, and it is a just plan. Make sure and listen to this episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, David Renfro and Ken Yates continue their brief exegetical study of the minor prophet, Habakkuk. Have you ever had a problem with the way God seems to be working? Have you ever spoken to God about something like this? Do believers today ever worship other gods? What does it do to us and to God when this happens? Listen and see!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, David Renfro and Ken Yates get into the first part of Habakkuk. “The more things change the more they stay the same…” The ancient book of Habakkuk is so contemporary. Did some of the minor prophets ever have a problem with the way God was doing things? Why does God sometimes seemingly allow evil to succeed? Listen and find out!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin begin a short series on an old Testament book in the minor prophets. What is a minor prophet and why are they called “minor?” Today, the guys lay a foundation for their upcoming discussion of Habakkuk. Welcome to this new series. Join us each weekday for the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates take up a question about a Bible teacher’s disposition. Can a teacher of Scripture teach with confidence most of the time? Is it really a healthy idea for a teacher of Scripture, in order to guard from arrogance, always to insert a dose of skepticism even when a passage is clear? Is it ever okay to speculate about things the Scripture does not say clearly? Listen to this Grace in Focus episode. We are looking forward to your company!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin continue talking about yesterday’s question dealing with adoption as sons. Then, they address another question about the virgin birth and original or imputed sin. Is there a verse in the Bible that teaches original sin? Find out what Bob thinks as you listen to this episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question. Does the Bible mean anything different when it mentions “being born again” and where it talks about “adoption as sons”? What is the significance of “adoption” in the New Testament? How does it relate to our walk? Listen and see!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, and Ken Yates answer a question about Bible translators and Theological bias. In Matthew 12:46, why do some translations use the word “unbeliever” when it could just as well be translated “unfaithful”? How do these two possible translations affect the meaning and application of this parable? Listen and find out!
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio and to a New Year! Today, Kathryn Wright and Bob Wilkin bring a summary and conclusion to “testimonies,” the topic they have addressed here for the past few episodes. They review some pitfalls in the way Christians think about assurance and testimonies. What authority should emotion and experience have? Why is there a missing emphasis on truth today? Join us every weekday for Grace in Focus Radio!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Kathryn Wright conclude the thoughts of this week about giving a testimony. What is the most clear way to share a testimony? Kathryn outlines three steps that will help you give a clear testimony that will point those who hear it to Christ; to His promise of eternal salvation! If you’ve missed this series so far, we invite you to go back four days and listen to this whole series. We are looking forward to your company!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Bob Wilkin continue talking about giving a testimony. So often we end up with a false testimony because we mix our testimony about eternal salvation with our testimony about growth in sanctification. Some people think and even teach–if there is no testimony about growth in Christ, then there is no reality of eternal salvation in Christ. Why does this happen? Do Christians ever play the comparison game? Don’t miss this episode of the Grace in Focus podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Kathryn Wright come to a sensitive area regarding the giving of testimonies. Does your testimony talk mainly about your experience or mainly about Christ? How could your testimony be a better reflection of Christ? What does this include? What will it enable you to do? Listen and see!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, and Kathryn Wright will continue this week’s topic of giving testimonies. They will zero in on some of the misconceptions about giving testimonies. They also will talk about the results of giving a testimony that does not reflect a free grace position. Does your testimony point to Christ or to yourself? This Grace in Focus episode is highly enlightening. We invite you to listen to it!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Bob Wilkin introduce our topic for this week. They will be talking about giving testimonies. Why is your testimony important? Why does what you believe about assurance and faith have such a great affect on your testimony? Does your testimony have to have a lot of drama (or at least some drama) for it to be a great testimony? Don’t miss this Episode and this week of the Grace in Focus Podcast!
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates present some thoughts about Christmas. What are the pros and cons of Christmas? What is the history of Christmas? What does the Bible say about Christmas? What is the Biblical account of the nativity? Why didn’t anyone except the wise men go to Bethlehem? Please join us for this episode!
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates, deal with these questions: “What is the difference between the Old Testament and the New Testament in regard to saving faith? What is the significance of calling Jesus, ‘Jesus Christ?'” So join Bob and Ken right here for today’s podcast.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Kathryn Wright answer a question about faith. What is the substance and essence of faith? If someone says, “Believe in Jesus,” what does this really mean? What is propositional faith, and why is it important? What is the “Gift” What is required to be born again? Also, what is the sin leading to death? Please join us on this episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Bob Wilkin will look at a question from Jude 4 about condemnation. Is this talking about eternal condemnation or about judgment in this life? Or should this passage be used to support divine election to eternal salvation? Also, does Romans 8:28-30, sometimes called “The Golden Chain,” promote predestination to eternal salvation? Please don’t miss this important conversation!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro will take up a question about mental health issues and what the Bible may allow or not allow in treating them. We do live in a time and in a place where there’s a lot of stress, anger, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts–and we see it even more at this time of the year. Want to hear a balanced perspective? There is a lot that is worth thinking about in this episode!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates, with guest host David Renfro, conclude the thoughts of this week about Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament. What is the meaning of the Biblical phrase, “The Fear of the Lord”? If you want a good, comprehensive, Biblically theological answer to this question, you won’t find a better one–Listen to this Grace in Focus episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, we continue looking at an introduction to Old Testament wisdom literature with Ken Yates, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro. So far, we’ve learned about wisdom as moral skill. But now, we will see wisdom as mental skill as well. And we will also learn the meaning of “The fear of the Lord.” Don’t miss this episode!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Ken Yates and David Renfro are continuing this short series about Old Testament Wisdom Literature. Wisdom in the Bible is partly about moral skill. What does this include? What will it enable you to do? How do we receive it? Listen and see!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, David Renfro and Ken Yates will continue the current Old Testament wisdom literature series. Wisdom is skillful living, and God’s aim is for us to gain both moral skill and mental skill. Wisdom pleases God and there is a path to find it. We invite you to listen to today’s Grace in Focus!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, David Renfro and Ken Yates begin a short one-week series about Old Testament wisdom literature. Now, which books would have the most wisdom literature? How does wisdom literature help us? Most of our study this week will focus on Proverbs 1:1-7. Learn how to stay on a wise path. Listen each day this week!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates with guest host Philippe Sterling conclude the story of Ruth. This book began with bitterness but ends with supreme sweetness! It began with emptiness and ends now with absolute fullness! If you like a good ending, you will love this episode! Please join us for this, and if you’ve missed this series so far, go back and listen to the whole story of Ruth in the seven previous Grace in Focus episodes.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, we continue looking at the Old Testament Story of Ruth. Ken Yates, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling take us to the gate of the city where the legal transaction between the closer relative of Ruth and Boaz takes place. God works it where the other party just happens to be there–no one has to look for or find him. Boaz is wise in his approach, and at the end of the day Boaz is blessed by God and all those elders and people who have witnessed the transaction. What happens next? What are the eternal implications of all this? Listen and see!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Ken Yates and Philippe Sterling are telling tell the story of Ruth’s Romance. Naomi has verbalized a plan. Ruth has made a proposal. Boaz likes the proposal. But there is an issue–there is tension. Life is like this. Sometimes we just have to sit still…You mean–even in the middle of a Romance? “Yes” Naomi says, “Sit still…Let it happen…” What happens next?–Listen and see!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Philippe Sterling and Ken Yates will continue relating the story of Ruth and you probably guessed it–a romance is brewing. Things are getting exciting. Naomi has a plan…so does God. (Naomi–you matchmaker!) And Ruth has a proposal–listen to find out what it is!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Philippe Sterling and Ken Yates will continue relating the story of Ruth. God’s kindness, yes His providence is working things out. What a heart-warming part of the story of Ruth. Naomi has a plan…listen to find out what it is!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates continue color commentary while guest host Philippe Sterling continues describing the story of Ruth. Please join us for this and for the whole story of Ruth in this and 7 other Grace in Focus episodes.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, we begin looking at the Old Testament Story of Ruth. You will love how guest Philippe Sterling breaks down this short story into Episodes and Scenes. He has a way of picturing the scenes such that you may experience this story as if you are watching a movie!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin, Ken Yates, and Philippe Sterling tell the story of Philippe’s Life. Philippe recounts God’s providential hand in his own life as a fitting prologue to a short series about the Book of Ruth. You will find his story, coming from another part of the world (Haiti)
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin will look at a question about the word “Called” in Matthew 22 and in Romans 8. What does it mean to be “Called?” Is this evidence that divine election to salvation exists? What about “Justification” in Romans 8? Ken and Bob explain the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will answer two questions–one about a desire to sin, “How can a person be saved and still have this desire?”; and one about committing sin, “How can a person be an Overcomer if sin is still a daily possibility and reality?” Prayer, church
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates continue thoughts from yesterday’s episode about thanksgiving. There is a vital theme in both the Old and New Testaments of remembrance. As Christians, we should have a store of great memories as we reflect on Christ’s redemptive work and on God’s past faithfulness.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, on this U.S. Thanksgiving Day holiday, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates survey a couple of Bible passages that speak of thankfulness and what goes with it. We invite you to come along with them and take this opportunity to grow in responding to God’s goodness. So join Bob
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates answer a question about purpose and evangelism. They say that evangelism is a purpose rather than the purpose of the Christian life. Despite it’s importance, evangelism is not the purpose of the local church. Evangelism should naturally be a part of daily living
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin will look at a question about assurance of eternal salvation. Part of their discussion includes how many people traditionally arrive at assurance. If you follow the Westminster Confession, there are three aspects. But Bob and Ken are willing to challenge the flawed tradition
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will preview Daniel’s prophecy of seventy weeks (Daniel 9:25-27; 12:11-12) as they answer this question concerning a possible short time gap between the Rapture and the beginning of the Tribulation Period. As if this discussion is not intriguing enough, Bob and Ken will
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates entertain a question about Hinduism and more broadly about Polytheism. Is it required to renounce all previous gods/idols in order to be born again? As a part of the answer, they will look at some people, references and incidents in scripture. You will
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, we look at a question concerning women ruling in the Kingdom. What will the whole Kingdom-ruling structure look like? There may be some clues and the answer surely is yes, but the Bible is not fully definitive as to the what’s, where’s and how’s of this question. Obviously,
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates consider the important and enormous responsibility that a teacher of God’s Word has, and the caution that needs to be present when in the role of teaching, living and speaking. If you are a Bible teacher, if you are an encourager of one,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin will look at a question and three related verses concerning what happens if a believer stops believing. Is it a matter of a loss of eternal salvation or a matter of spiritual health? Please don’t miss this important conversation!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Ken will answer 2 questions from listeners. Some say that Jesus never claimed to be Deity. But here He claimed to be God and the Son of God. He proved it by His works and by many other proofs. There is also a discussion on how
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. This episode is the conclusion to the Deuteronomy series. As Moses is about to die, he tells this generation, about to enter the land, “You’re going into the land, and here are your options.” The options were “life and good,” or “death and evil.” These choices are not about
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, continuing in Deuteronomy, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates look at a passage that often gets misused, Deuteronomy 29:29. There are often claims of “secret knowledge” in Christianity today. We should be very careful about how we regard others who may say, “God speaks to me…”; “What is God
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates continue their mini-series in Deuteronomy, looking at another key passage, Chapter 18, verses 9-18. Here, God is warning the Jews about to enter the Promised Land about false prophets, false teachers, and idols which are still all around us today, and therefore these
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today Ken Yates and Bob Wilkin look at another key passage in the structure of Deuteronomy 8:1-5. Here, God is exhorting a new generation of Jews to not forget God, to not forget His word, His commands, nor His provisions as they go into the promised Land. There are
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Ken will continue from the last episode, their look at Deuteronomy 6:3-9. This is called the “Shema” and is probably the most important of the Old Testament scriptures to any religious Jewish person. But it is also quite important to Christians as a guide to God’s
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Ken begin a series about the Old Testament book of Deuteronomy. Ken has recently written a short commentary on this book. Today, they look at the Shema, Deuteronomy 6:3-9, one of the most important verses to Jews and to Christians alike for many centuries. If you want
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. How does 2 Peter 3:9 relate to Predestination, Election and Total Depravity? Bob Wilkin looks carefully at many of the key words of this verse. We hope you join him and Ken Yates as they dive into the meaning of this important verse.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Ken do lightning round rapid fire Q&A answering 3 questions from you. (1) What is the best avenue for spiritual guidance? (2) If a Believer backslides for a number of years have they “fallen away”? What does this mean? (3) What is the role of the
Have you ever heard of the Rechabites? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Ken will be discussing this interesting group found in Jeremiah 35:6-9. First, the guys will discuss the setting of this interesting passage. Ken will draw from the history of the Rechabites, found in 2 Kings and the history of the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today Bob and Ken will discuss how Lordship Salvation falls short, especially in the area of assurance. In fact, could it be that many pastor/teachers who are proponents of Lordship Salvation are dead wrong when they suggest that having some doubt and therefore being on a “quest for assurance”
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Ken will be answering questions from our listeners. First, Bob will unpack the meaning of the word “repentance.” Bob will show that repentance refers to turning from sin. He will unpack this term in light of passages such as Rev 9:20-21, Rev 16:9-11, and Jonah 3:10.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Ken Yates will be sharing his thoughts on supporting missions overseas. He will first address some issues he has seen in his experience with overseas missions. Bob will also unpack passages such as 3 John 8, in light of this topic. In addition, the guys will
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will be discussing Romans chapter 8. First, the guys will address the word “condemnation” in Romans 8:1. We will hear the guys unpack the context of Romans 8, in light of chapter 7, and the Apostle Paul’s experience with walking in the Spirit.
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering questions on the show today. We will hear the guys unpack John chapter 4, and the account of the woman at the well. Specifically, the guys will be addressing the concept of “receiving” living water. Does this phrase support the idea of
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Ken Yates joins Bob Wilkin today to answer questions from our listeners. First, the guys will respond to a question regarding the identity of Melchizedek in Genesis 14. Was Melchizedek an angel, or the pre-incarnate Christ, or was he just a man? The guys will unpack these options and
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are doing a series of Q&A. Today, the guys are unpacking Romans 10:11. What does Paul mean when he says believers shall never be put to shame? Bob will discuss some translation issues with this passage. In addition, we will hear about the application
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will be responding to a question regarding 1 John 3:13-14. What does the phrase “passed from death unto life” mean in this passage? The guys will compare this phrase to John 5:24, and draw out the
Have you ever heard that saving faith is like getting into a wheelbarrow? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will be discussing this strange description of saving faith. The guys will also be drawing some distinctions between “trusting” in Jesus, and “believing” in Jesus. In addition, we will hear Ken
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will continue to answer questions from our listeners. The question for this episode centers around Galatians 1:6, and the term “gospel.” First, Bob will unpack the meaning of the word “gospel” in this passage. We will also hear more about the context of
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today is a question-and-answer session between Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates. The guys will be discussing Jude v4. Does this verse support the Calvinist view of predestination? Bob will first deal with the common views among Calvinists on predestination, and double predestination. Then we will hear the guys unpack
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob and Ken will be responding to questions sent in from our listeners. The guys will be discussing issues related to church membership. Where should I go to church? When is it appropriate to confront a pastor and when is it not appropriate? When is it best for
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Ken Yates joins Bob Wilkin on the show today. The guys will be responding to Romans 11:22, and the meaning of being cut off in this verse. Does this show that salvation can be lost? First, Bob will discuss a principle of Bible study, which teaches that scripture cannot
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and David will be discussing Evangelism Explosion. In addition, the guys will be unpacking what we mean when we say “front loading” or “back-loading” the gospel message. Bob and David will also speak on the different terms that are often used in evangelism, such as accept, trust,
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. David Renfro and Bob Wilkin have been going through the book of Jonah over the last few episodes. Today, the guys will be finishing up their series on this reluctant prophet. They will be discussing the last few verses in 4:10-11. The guys will draw out some important lessons
Welcome to Grace in Focus. David Renfro and Bob Wilkin continue their series on the book of Jonah. On this episode, the guys will be breaking down the separate parts of chapter four. First, in vv 1-4, we see Jonah is displeased with the Lord’s decision to spare the nation of Nineveh. Then in vv
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. David Renfro joins Bob Wilkin on the show today. The guys are continuing their study on the book of Jonah in 3:5-10. They will discuss the response of the Ninevites toward Jonah, specifically their wearing of sackcloth due to their remorse, and ultimate repentance. Were they able to turn
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. David Renfro, and Bob Wilkin are currently in a series on the book of Jonah, the reluctant prophet. Today, the guys will discuss Jonah 3:1-4. In this section of the book, we see a shift in the life of Jonah, as the prophet begins to obey the command of
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. David Renfro has joined Bob Wilkin in a series of episodes on the book of Jonah. Today, they continue their conversation about this reluctant prophet, giving special attention to Jonah chapter two. The guys will discuss the identity of the large fish that swallowed Jonah, and some of the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, we continue our survey of the book of Jonah. First, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin will be discussing Jonah chapter 1:7-10 and unpack some of the lessons we can take from this passage. They will deal with the theme of the Lord’s sovereignty in this book, and the
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. David Renfro joins Bob Wilkin on the show today. The guys are doing a study on the book of Jonah over the next few episodes. David will explain the breakdown of the book of Jonah in two parts. First, chapters 1 and 2 depicts Jonah as the disobedient prophet.
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. David Renfro joins Bob Wilkin on the show today. The guys are launching a new series of episodes, discussing the book of Jonah. First, we will hear about the unique qualities of the book of Jonah, and its special place in the minor prophets. In addition, the guys will
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will discuss how believers can overcome anxiety associated with evangelism. How should believers address their fear of witnessing to unbelievers? The guys will unpack some of these concerns. In addition, the guys will discuss different styles
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin will be answering questions on the show today. First, the guys will discuss the parable of the wedding feast, found in Matt 22:13-14. They will give special attention to the concept of the outer darkness. For those interested in further study on the topic,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin will be answering questions from our listeners. The guys will be unpacking the meaning and role of repentance on this episode. Specifically, we will hear Bob unpack these questions in light of 2 Corinthians 3:14-16. In addition, the guys will address how a
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Steve Elkins joins Bob Wilkin on the show today. The guys will be answering questions from our listeners. First, we will hear them respond to a question regarding Satan’s access to the third heaven. Passages such as Job 1:6 and Rev 12:4, will be discussed in light of this
Welcome to Grace in Focus. Today, Bob and Steve will be answering questions from our listeners. Specifically, the guys will be responding to a question related to 1 Peter 1:4. Does this verse teach that all believers receive crowns and that we will all be equal in the kingdom to come? Bob will discuss Romans
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are answering questions from our listeners on today’s program. The guys will be discussing how we can please God, and whether or not believers should be motivated by rewards. First, Bob will address several forms of motivation for the believer. Then, Steve and Bob
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob and Steve will be answering a question related to 1 John 1:7: how can a Christian know that they are in fellowship with God? First, the guys discuss the “test of life” view of the book and the “test of fellowship” view. In addition, we will hear
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Steve Elkins and Bob Wilkin will continue to answer questions from our listeners. First, the guys will discuss why saying a prayer for salvation is confusing. In light of this confusion, they will unpack the content of saving faith, based on several passages from the gospel of John.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin is joined today by Steve Elkins. The guys will be responding to questions sent in from our listeners. First, we will hear their views regarding the salvation of Cain. In addition, we will hear Bob unpack 1 Corinthians 15:1-2. The guys will give special attention to the
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. On this episode, Bob and Dave will be discussing Matthew 16:17-19. First, the guys will show how the meaning of the word “rock” is the confession of Peter in vs16. Then Bob will address what the keys refer to in vs 19 by drawing some parallels with Is 22:20-22.
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin will be answering questions from some of our listeners. First, the guys will discuss Matt 10:34-39. We will hear about the Lord’s statement that He “came to bring a sword” and the application for us today. In addition, we will hear Bob explain
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, David Renfro and Bob Wilkin will be discussing the Lord’s Supper, and how we should conduct ourselves during communion. First, the guys will address the meaning of 1 Cor 11:27-33. Specifically, we will hear the meaning behind the phrase “examine yourself.” David will also provide some context to
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro will be answering questions from our listeners. The guys will be discussing the differences between salvation and entering the Kingdom of Heaven. First, Bob will unpack the meaning of the word “salvation” in the New Testament. He will address passages such as James
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob Wilkin is joined this week by David Renfro. Today, the guys will be discussing the salvation of those whole lived during the Old Testament period. What did they have to believe in order to receive eternal life? Bob and David will dive into these issues. In addition, the
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins continue to answer questions from our listeners. Today, the guys will be answering a question related to the faith alone message. Is it possible for a person to believe in their belief for eternal life? Would that be a work? The guys will discuss
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Steve Elkins and Bob will be answering questions on the show today. The guys will be responding to a question about animals, and whether or not they will be in the kingdom. First, Bob will address if animals can receive eternal life. Elkins will also unpack Romans 8:19-23, and
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Steve Elkins joins Bob once again on the show. Today, the guys will be answering questions from one of our listeners. Specifically, we will hear Steve and Bob unpack an issue related to Calvinism. Do all people have the ability to believe the salvation message? Bob will discuss 1
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Lucas Kitchen joins Bob Wilkin on the show. The guys will be discussing questions sent in from our listeners. Today, they will be discussing John chapter 4, and the account of the woman at the well. Specifically, Bob will address what exactly the woman at the well should have
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Lucas Kitchen joins Bob Wilkin on the show to discuss some questions sent in from our listeners. Bob will be addressing the relationship between faith alone and Arminian Theology. Specifically, the guys will draw some distinctions between the faith alone position and Arminian Theology. We hope you join
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today on the show we have a special guest, Steve Elkins. Bob Wilkin and Elkins will be sharing some experiences interacting with Arminians and the importance of sharing grace with those in this group. The guys will also unpack the view known as “the state of grace.” Finally, Elkins
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Our special guest, Steve Elkin has joined Bob once again on the show today. We will hear more about Elkins relationship with Zane Hodges, as well as their time at Victor Street. Elkin will also discuss passages such as 1 Jn 5:1, Jn 11: 25-27, and Jn 20:31. We
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Bob is joined today by our special guest, Steve Elkin. The guys will be discussing Steves friendship with Zane Hodges, which spanned over 25 years, before Hodges went to be with the Lord in 2008. Steve will share some memorize of Zane. In addition, we will hear about Elkins
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Steve Elkin joins Bob today on the show. We will hear about Elkins time in school and his interactions with Zane Hodges and S. Lewis Johnson. In addition, the guys will discuss passages such as 2 Peter 1 and the free grace perspective. We hope you join us as
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin has with him today a new guest, Steve Elkins on the show. Steve and Bob will spend the next few episodes discussing Steves time at DTS and beyond. Today, we will hear about Steves experience learning under Zane Hodges while at DTS. In addition. we will hear
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob and Lucas will be answering a question related to the warning passage in Hebrews 10:26-39. What does it mean to “sin willfully” in this context? Should Christinas practice patient endurance in order to receive eternal salvation? The guys will unpack all these questions on the show. For
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Frances Mosher joins Bob Wilkin for the last time on today’s episode. We will hear about Moshers experience with children ministry. In addition, both Bob and Frances will share some resources for those who are looking for FG content for children or are interested in participating in a zoom
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin has a special guest on the show this week, Frances Mosher. Today, we will hear about how Misher came to faith in Jesus for the gift of eternal life. In addition, we will hear about her experiences working alongside Zane Hodges, and attending church with him. We
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob is joined by our special guest, Frances Mosher. We will hear about her time working alongside Art Farstad. Frances will share some memories she has from working on the Greek New Testament, and personal testimonies of Farstad. We hope you enjoy the conversation.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob is joined on the show by Frances Mosher. Over the next few episodes, we will hear about Mosher’s life, and work alongside men like Art Farstad. On this episode we will hear about Frances’ early life, and meeting her husband Dan. We hope you enjoy the conversation.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Lucas Kitchen joins Bob on today’s episode. The guys will be answering questions sent in by our listeners. Bob will respond to issues related to eternal security, and how one can prove they have eternal life. What is the proof that someone has “truly” believed in Jesus? We will
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. On today’s episode, we continue to hear from our special guest speaker, Mike Lii. Bob and Mike will be discussing a session that Mike did for our national conference back in May of this year. Drawing from John chapter four, the guys will be unpacking the significance of believing
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. On today’s episode, we continue to hear from our special guest speaker, Mike Lii. Bob and Mike will discuss his move to Dallas in the late 2000’s. We will also hear about Mike’s relationship with Zane Hodges, and the influence he had on Mike’s life. In addition, our listeners
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. On today’s episode, we continue to hear from our special guest, Mike Lii. We will hear about Mikes experience with Lordship salvation, and how he came to know more about Free Grace Theology. You won’t want to miss the conversation.
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Bob Wilkin is joined in the studio by Mike Lii. We will hear about Mike’s early years before Christ, and how he come to faith in Jesus for eternal life. We will also hear about his education, family life, and more. We hope you enjoy the conversation.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Lucas Kitchen continue their series called, “What’s in the GES bookstore?” In this series of discussions, the guys are giving a tour of our bookstore, highlighting certain books that have special significance. On this episode, we will hear the guys unpack the books, “Absolutely Free,”
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Lucas Kitchen continue their series called, “What’s in the GES bookstore?” In this series of discussions, the guys are giving a tour of our bookstore, highlighting certain books that have special significance. On this episode, we will hear the guys unpack the books, “Secure and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Lucas Kitchen continue their series called, “What’s in the GES bookstore?” In this series of episodes, the guys are giving a tour of our bookstore, highlighting certain books that have special significance. On this episode, we will hear the guys unpack the books, “The Gospel
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob Wilkin and Lucas Kitchen continue their series called, “What’s in the GES bookstore?” In this series of episodes, the guys are giving a tour of our bookstore, highlighting certain books that have special significance. On this episode, we will hear the guys unpack the book, “Confident
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob Wilkin is joined by Lucas Kitchen to discuss a new series called, “What’s in the GES bookstore?” Over the next few episodes, the guys will be giving a tour of our bookstore, highlighting certain books that they would recommend. The series will launch with a
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Lucas Kitchen joins Bob Wilkin on the show. The guys will be addressing the Parable of the Minas, found in Luke 19:12-27. We will hear about the two judgements that take place in this parable and what they represent. We will also hear about the three servants in
We are finishing our series “Revelation: Letters to the Seven Churches” with Bob Wilkin and co-host David Renfro. Today, they will be in Revelation 3 discussing the Church at Laodicea. We will hear the guys discuss the phrase, “I stand at the door and knock.” In addition, we will hear David give some insights to
Bob and David begin a discussion on the Church at Laodicea on today’s episode. This church is well-known for the problem of being lukewarm Christians. They were complacent in their walk and materialistic in their focus. We can learn much from the example this church set on how not to be. Tune in tomorrow for
On today’s episode of Grace in Focus Radio, Bob Wilkin and David Renfro discuss the passage on the Church at Philadelphia, Rev 3:7-13. They discuss the Scripture verse-by-verse and explain what the letter meant and how we can apply it to our lives today.
We are continuing the series “Revelation: Letters to the Seven Churches” with Bob Wilkin and co-host David Renfro. They will be in Revelation 3 discussing the Church at Sardis. What does the Scripture mean when the angel says, “and I will not blot out his name from the Book of Life; but I will confess
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are in a series covering the seven churches of Revelation (chapters 2-3). Today, they will be unpacking the fourth church in this series, the church at Thyatira, also known as the corrupt church. David will provide some background to the city of Thyatira and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are in a series covering the seven churches of Revelation (chapters 2-3). Today, they will be unpacking the third church in this series, the church at Pergamus. First, we will hear about the background of this city and its pagan temples. David will explain
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are in a series covering the seven churches of Revelation (chapters 2-3). Today, they will be unpacking the second church in this series, the church at Smyrna. Known as the “persecuted” church, this church is one of two in this series which did not
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and David Renfro are in a series covering the seven churches of Revelation (chapters 2-3). Today, they will be unpacking the first church in this series, the church at Ephesus. First, the guys will unpack some historical facts about the city of Ephesus. The guys will also
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. David Renfro is joining Bob today for a new series on the seven churches in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. Today, the guys will give an introduction to this series. First, we will hear about the importance of the Old Testament in understanding these passages, and the book of
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Steve Elkins joins Bob and Shawn in the studio to continue their series addressing the theological position known as “Lordship Salvation.” Today, we will be discussing how the Lordship view provides a false gospel, and yet there can still be Lordship teachers who are still born again. We will
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Steve Elkins joins Bob and Shawn in the studio to continue their series addressing the theological position known as “Lordship Salvation.” On this episode, we will hear the guys address how we can avoid Lordship salvation from gaining a foothold in our churches. We will hear some practical advice
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Steve Elkins joins Bob and Shawn in the studio to continue their series addressing the theological position known as “Lordship Salvation.” Today, they will discuss how we can share our faith with those in the Lordship camp. The guys will give some general advice on how to share the
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Steve Elkins joins Bob and Shawn in the studio today. They are currently in a series of discussions regarding the theological view known as “Lordship Salvation.” Today, they will give special attention to the Lordship view on repentance, and its role in a person’s salvation from hell. In addition,
Welcome to Grace in Focus Radio. Today, Steve Elkins joins Bob and Shawn in the studio. The guys will be doing a series of episodes unpacking the theological position known as “Lordship Salvation.” First, we will hear about the basic tenants of the Lordship view, and a little of its history. We will also hear
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will continue their discussion with Steve Elkins on the theological position known as Lordship salvation. Specifically, the guys will be addressing the impact that Lordship salvation has on a person’s assurance. We will hear the guys unpack the concept of “objective” and “subjective” assurance. They
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are joined in the studio by Steve Elkins. We will first hear more about Steve, and his background at DTS, and his work with Young Life. In addition, the guys will be diving into the theological position known as “Lordship Salvation.” In addition, we will
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, we will hear Bob and Shawn unpack the meaning of the word “perdition” in the bible. First, Bob will address the fact that this term does not always refer to “hell” or the “lake of fire.” The guys will give special attention to Hebrews 10:38-39
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the doctrine of rewards. First, the guys will address why so many churches hesitate to teach on this important topic. We will also hear about the importance of having a solid understanding of eschatology in light of this issue. In addition, the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. In today’s episode, we are going to answer a question related to boasting. How do we distinguish between praising God and boasting in yourself? Bob and Shawn will address this question in light of passages such as Eph 2:8-9 and Rom 3:26-28. Bob will also draw out the theme
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. In our last episode, Bob and Shawn were discussing Col 2:14-16. They are continuing this discussing on the show today. Bob will unpack his view regarding how the Lord dealt with our death problem. In addition, the guys will address in what why the Lord was imputed with our
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be addressing Colossians 2:13-14. Specifically, we will hear the guys address whether this passage teaches that Jesus died for the penalty of our sins. Bob will respond to this question in light of passages such as the parable of pearl of great price, and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the rapture and the tribulation period. They will address what happens to people who come to faith during this time as well as the ministry of the two witnesses found in Revelation chapter 11. In addition, we will hear the guys address
Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be diving into how we can help unbelievers who struggle with religion. We will hear about Nick, and a conversation he had with an atheist co-worker. In light of this conversation, the guys will unpack a few apologetic styles, including evidential, legal, and existential apologetics.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the term “Gehenna.” Is Gehenna the same thing as Hades or is it a reference to the lake of fire? We will hear about how this term in used in Mark 9:43-47. In addition, the guys will unpack the words “worm” and
Why do people stop going to church? Why is the local church so important for Christian growth? Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing these important questions. First, the guys will provide some reasons we see people leave the church and how we can respond to these situations. In addition, the guys will address some
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are responding to a question from one of our listeners. The guys will be unpacking the meaning of 1 Cor 1:18, and the phrase “the preaching of the cross.” There are several words in the passage that the guys will discuss. First, Bob will address
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the difficult topic of suicide. How should the church handle suicide? Does a person lose eternal life if they commit suicide? How should we council families who go through this situation? The guys will respond to these issues from a
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question about “inner change.” First, the guys will discuss the distinctions between “inner change” vs “outer change.” Bob will provide some examples of “inner change” that occur at the moment of faith. In addition, the guys will give some practical advice
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
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. In today’s episode, Bob and Shawn are continuing their conversation with Brent Lamb. In our last episode, we heard about Brents early life and how he got involved with the music industry. Today, we will hear about Brents time being discipled under Steve Ferrar in his 30’s. We will
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn have Brent Lamb on the show today. We will hear about Brent’s early life and how he got into ministry. We will also hear about Brents career as a musician, and how he prioritizes the Lord in the face of many earthly rewards. You won’t
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be responding to a question sent in by one of our listeners. What was it like for Old Testament saints, without the permanent indwelling of the Holy Spirit? Bob will unpack his acronym “RIBS,” which helps to understand the different roles the Holy Spirit
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the gospel of John. Is the gospel of John the only clear-cut book in the bible to teach on the issue of eternal salvation? What about the time before the gospel of John was written? How did people know how to be
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the word “faith.” We will hear the guys discuss the meaning and the nature of the word faith. Bob will discuss this issue in light of passages such as John 3:16, 6:47, and 11:26. The guys will also discuss the definition of
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. First, the guys will be responding to a question about James 1:5-8. How should we pray for wisdom? Is praying for wisdom and seeking wisdom a form of double mindedness? We will also hear the guys unpack Psalm
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. The discussion today centers around Romans 6:15-19. How should we see this passage? If believers are free from sin, why is it so hard to overcome? Bob will address the three things that make overcoming sin difficult: the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. First, the guys will address the differences between the Old Testament, and the New Testament. Why does it seem like the punishment for certain sins were harsher in the Old Testament? Second, we will hear the guys address
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. Specifically, the guys will address the role of believers in society. For example, how much should we be involved with politics? The guys will give their thoughts on this difficult topic. We will also hear Bob discuss how
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys unpack what it means to accept God’s grace, as it relates to sanctification. Bob will draw out the distinctions between being a “babe” in Christ and being spiritually minded. He will be drawing
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn will be responding to a few questions on today’s episode. First, we will hear the guys address some issues related to the doctrine of rewards. We will hear them unpack in what way people will be equal in the Kingdom, and unequal. Then the guys will
Welcome to Grace in Focus. Bob and Shawn have been doing a series of episodes unpacking Bob’s upcoming autobiography, “His Unseen Hand.” Today the guys will finish the series by discussing what happened in Bobs life and Grace Evangelical Society, in 2008. We will hear about some controversies that took place during this period, including
Do you know the saving message? Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing this very important topic. The guys have been doing a series of episodes discussing Bob’s upcoming autobiography, “His Unseen Hand.” In this episode, we will hear Bob unpack the period of time between 2006-2008. We hope you can join us as we
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in series discussing Bob’s upcoming autobiography, “His Unseen Hand.” Today, the guys will be discussing the history of Grace Evangelical Society, giving special attention to the year 2006. Bob will discuss a pivotal moment that happened at the GES nation conference that year. In
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in series discussing Bob’s upcoming autobiography, “His Unseen Hand.” Today, the guys will be discussing the history of Grace Evangelical Society, giving special attention to the early 2000’s. Bob will discuss the beginning of the FGA, and how that impacted GES.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob is currently working on his autobiography called, “His Unseen Hand.” In light of this upcoming book, Bob and Shawn are in a series of podcasts, discussing sections of Bob’s life. Today’s discussion will be centered around the first 20 years of Grace Evangelical Society. Bob will address the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in a series of episodes, where they discuss Bob’s upcoming autobiography, “His Unseen Hand.” Today, the guys will be discussing Bob’s life during the period of 1985-1987. We will hear about how he and Sharon moved back to Texas. We will also hear about
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob is currently working on his autobiography which will hopefully be published in the next year. In light of the upcoming release, the guys are in a series where they are discussing parts the book. Today, we will hear Bob and Shawn discuss Bob’s experiences after leaving DTS. He
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in a series discussing Bob’s upcoming autobiography, called “His unseen hand.” Today, they will continue their discussion of Bob’s time at DTS. Specifically, we will hear about several Free Grace teachers who taught at DTS at the time, and greatly impacted Bobs education. We
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in a series where they discuss Bob’s upcoming autobiography. Today, they will be unpacking Bob’s time at Dallas Theological Seminary. We will hear about Bob’s first class with Zane Hodges. Bob will recount specific memories that were impactful to the not only his own
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in a series discussing Bob’s autobiography, called “His Unseen Hand.” Today, they will be unpacking Bob’s time at Dallas Theological Seminary. Bob will discuss his theological views when he started at DTS, and how he came to know Zane Hodges.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently discussing Bobs upcoming autobiography. Today, they will be talking about Bobs time with campus crusade. In addition, we will hear about Bob’s experience at Arkansas State, and meeting his wife, Sharon. Finally, Bob will discuss how he ended up at Dallas Theological Seminary.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently discussing Bob’s autobiography, which will be coming out soon, called “His Unseen Hand.” Today, the guys will be discussing Bob’s experience in college. We will hear about Bob’s time in Europe, and his salvation experience, through the help of his friend Warren Wilke. We
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn have started a new series based on Bob’s upcoming autobiography called “His Unseen Hand.” Today, Bob will be addressing his time in high school. Specifically, he will unpack how he saw hell, salvation, and Jesus in this period of his life, and his background in a
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are introducing a new series based on Bob’s autobiography. In this series we will hear about how Bob has seen Gods unseen hand throughout his lifetime. In this episode, Bob will start with his childhood. We will hear about Bob’s time with the Boy’s Christian
What are the differences between Pre-Millennial, Post-Millennial, and A-Millennial? And why do Free Grace people tend to believe the pre-millennial view? Bob and Shawn explain these views and the reasons behind the pre-millennial leaning. Check out their interesting discussion on today’s episode!
Is Jesus God’s literal Son or is it a metaphorical term? We’re moving back to Q&A with this interesting question that Bob and Shawn will tackle today.
Do you ever doubt your salvation? How can we gain assurance? Do you love God enough to be born again? Bob and Shawn discuss how we cannot base our assurance on our feelings and how we can be wholly certain of our eternal security in Christ. Listen in as we wrap up our series on
Do you know how to articulate the message of John 3:16? Have you ever been led to question your assurance? In today’s show, Bob and Shawn encourage the listener to know what you believe and be able to explain it clearly.
Welcome to another week of Grace in Focus Radio! We are continuing our series on Greg Morse’s article No Holiness–No Heaven. What does the Bible say about our spiritual inheritance? And what does the Bible say about Eternal Security for the believer? Bob and Shawn analyze what the article says about these topics versus what
Today, Bob and Shawn continue their discussion of Greg Morse’s article No Holiness–No Heaven: How to Know if Faith Is Real or Dead by breaking down some typical Calvinist themes such as Preservation of the Saints and Perseverance of the Saints. Plus, what does Morse mean by “once saved, always saved”?
Do you have the right kind of faith? Do you produce enough good works? Do you have final salvation? On today’s show, Bob and Shawn discuss the importance of sanctification in the Christian life, but that it’s not related to our salvation.
On today’s episode of Grace in Focus Radio, Bob and Shawn discuss eternal rewards as discussed in the Book of Philippians. What happens if you don’t produce enough good works in this life? Will it result in eternal torment? Plus how do we handle trials and persecution in this life? Listen as the guys break
Today, Bob and Shawn are continuing their discussion on Greg Morse’s article “No Holiness–No Heaven” and specifically Hebrews 12:14. If we don’t produce holiness and good works, can we be kept out of the kingdom? Of course not, and Bob explains his view on this passage. And what about the “dead faith” discussion from James
Today we start a new series called “A Response to ‘No Holiness-No Heaven'” based on an article written by Greg Morse. Bob and Shawn overview the multiple points made in the article and will delve into each point in subsequent episodes. You don’t want to miss this great series!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently taking questions from our listeners. Today, they will be responding to a hypothetical question regarding the content of saving faith. Is it possible for a person to believe that Jesus guarantees eternal life to all who believe in Him for it, but not believe
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing rewards in the Millennial Kingdom and the Eternal state. Do our rewards last for all eternity or just for the millennial kingdom? Bob will unpack this issue in light of 1 Cor 9:25, 2 Peter 1:10-11, Matt 6:19-21, Rev 21, and more.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in a series where they are answering questions from our listeners. Today, we will hear the guys respond to a question regarding John MacArthur. Is John MacArthur certain of his salvation, and if so, on what basis? In general, can a person have a
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. First, the guys will discuss their recommendations for study bibles. These include the Ryrie Study Bible and the Thomas Nelson Study Bible. In addition, we will hear the guys unpack an issue related to rewards. Does
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. The guys will be responding to a question related to Acts chapter 2. Why did the Jews on the day of Pentecost have to repent and believe? The guys will discuss several passages in light of this issue,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the role of baptism. Is it possible that we are saved by baptism? Could we say that since Jesus was baptized, His baptism is attributed to us? The guys will discuss the differences between the baptism of John the Baptist, and Jesus.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently taking questions from our listeners. Today, they will be discussing John chapter 4, and the account of the woman at the well. Does this account teach that an unbeliever needs to turn from their sins to be saved? We will hear the guys discuss
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently taking questions from our listeners. Today, they will be unpacking Matthew 16:19. What did the Lord mean by saying that “whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven?” How does this apply to excommunication in a church? If a believer is excommunicated
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are taking questions from our listeners. Today, they will be discussing issues related to belief. If belief is persuasion, and not an act of the will, how could belief be an act of obedience? The guys will unpack this question by looking at passages such as
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently taking questions from our listeners. Today, they will be unpacking issues related to predestination. Are our beliefs predetermined before we are born? Do we have free will? What is the relationship between our beliefs and our works? These, and many more issues will be
Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question from one of our listeners. The guys will be unpacking an exciting issue on the show. What happens to a believer when they die? What will we experience in the third heaven while we await the new heaven and earth? The
Why do so many Christians stop attending church? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing this issue. First, the guys will unpack the importance of the church, and how the New Testament is full of commends related to the body of Christ. In addition, we will hear the guy’s address
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. Today’s question is about how God treats those who have come from abusive backgrounds. First, the guys will address if the Lord gives such a people an allowance regarding their confusion about the saving message. Second, if they are a
Welcome to Grace on Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing what makes a “saving” message a false gospel. Could we say that any salvation message that adds something to faith, should be labeled a false gospel? The guys will discuss this issue in light of passages such as 1 Cor 15:3-4, Gal
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will be discussing an issue related to free will. Specifically, did the Apostle Paul have a choice in accepting Jesus? First, the guys will address the issues related to “choice” when it comes salvation from hell. Then we
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys discuss what happens to a believer if they stop believing in Jesus for eternal life. Would that person lose their salvation? We will also hear the guys address the Calvinists
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will be addressing what happens to a believer who falls away from the faith. What are some of the consequences for such a believer? Does this disqualify them from reigning with Christ? The guys will unpack this issue.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. We will hear them discuss the phrase “absent from the body and present with the Lord.” Found in 2 Cor 5:8, what exactly does this phrase mean? How do we harmonize this verse with other New Testament teachings on
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the age of the earth. We will hear the guys unpack the different views including the gap theory, and young earth creationism. We will also hear the guys address issues like carbon dating, and the view of “apparent age.” These, and many
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will answer questions from our listeners. We will first hear the guys unpack the difference between the “Book of Life” and the “Lamb’s Book of Life”? In addition, they will discuss the purpose of the law today. These, and many more issues will be addressed
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the different views on “repentance.” Bob will first unpack the “turning from sins” view, which teaches that a person much turn from their sins in order to be born again. He will also unpack the “change of mind” view which teaches repentance
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will be responding to a question regarding the descendants of Noah. In addition, we will hear the guys address the word “chosen” and its biblical meaning. What does the bible mean when it says the Jews were “chosen?”
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question regarding the unforgiveable sin found in Mark 3:28-30. This is in response to a question regarding foul language, and those who suffer with OCD. You won’t want to miss the conversation.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn have been answering questions from our listeners. Today, the guys will be unpacking the role of pastors, especially as it relates to churches keeping up with modern trends. They will discuss the position of Evangelicals, and Fundamentalist in regard to this issue. In addition, we will
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. The guys will be discussing Calvary Chapel churches. Are they free grace friendly? In addition, we will hear the guys unpack Gal 5:24, and the phrase “crucify the flesh.” Is this a requirement for eternal salvation? Bob will draw
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn have been answering questions sent into us from our listeners. Today, the guys will be discussing the content of saving faith. Specifically, is it required to believe in the deity of Christ to receive eternal salvation? We will hear the guys address this issue in light
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys address a question related to Calvinism. Specifically, how can we keep ourselves from confusion if we attend a church that teaches Calvisim? What should we do if we are living in an area
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. Specifically, we will hear the guys address Hebrews 12:5-11, and eternal security. Should we base our eternal security on the chastisement of God according to these verses? The guys will unpack this issue in light of passages such as
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will answer a question about preaching methods. Is it better for pastors to preach verse by verse or topically? They will discuss these different styles, including the “string of pearls” method, and some of the pitfalls of
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. The guys will be unpacking the significance of the Lord’s baptism. They will give special attention to John 1:31, and what it means when it says that John the Baptist did not know” or “recognize” Jesus. The guys will
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be addressing issues related to the doctrine of eternal rewards. Specifically, we will hear the guys unpack what it will be like for those believers who do not receive rewards in the Kingdom. In addition, the guys will discuss how we will experience joy
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question regarding salvation, and the sovereignty of God. Specifically, why does God only save those who believe in Him? Could He have saved us through other ways? The guys will answer these issues by looking at Rom 2:14, Rom
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question about the content of saving faith. How can it be clearly shown what one must specifically believe to receive everlasting life? The guys will unpack these issues by looking at several passages giving special attention to 1 Tim 1:16 and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing practical righteousness. We will hear the guys draw a distinction between practical righteousness and positional righteousness. They will address positional righteousness by looking at Gen 15;1-5, Romans 4:1-3, and Gal 3:6-14. Then they will address practical righteousness in light of James 2,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will be answering questions regarding Christian baptism. Can a new believer be baptized if they are living in sin with their significance other? We will also hear the guys address issues related to the Chrisitan life, and
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently answering questions from our listeners. Today, they will be addressing how God disciplines false teachers. Specifically, does God judge false teachers with physical illness here and now. In addition, is physical illness a good way to identify false teachers? The guys will discuss these
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys discuss the terms “overcomer” and “victorious” in the books written by the Apostle John. The guys look at passages such as 1 Cor 9;27, 2 Tim 2;12, 1 Jn 5:3-5, and more.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn are going to unpack the term “righteousness.” The guys will address the difference between practical righteousness, and imputed righteousness. In addition, we will hear the guys answer a question regarding Hebrews 12:8. How do we handle this question in light of eternal security?
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. First, the guys will unpack a question regarding the role of women in the church. They will address 1 Tim 2:11, 1 Cor 11:17-34, and 1 Cor 14:34 in light of this issue. In addition, we will hear the
Welcome to Grace in Focus. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Matthew 9:9-13. Specifically, what did the Lord mean when He said, “I desire mercy and not sacrifice.” The guys will discuss this passage in light of Hosea 6:6 and the significance of the sacrificial system. They will also address the application for the
How can a person know their faith is genuine? Today, Bob and Shawn will be addressing this very important question. First, the guys will unpack the question of “how” a person believes. In short, faith is being persuaded that something is true. Secondly, we will hear them discuss “what” a person believes. The guys will
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys first address 2 Peter 1:9 and the cleansing from old sins. Bob will share his thoughts on this passage, and unpack some issues related to forgiveness. In addition, the guys will discuss Romans
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, David Renfro is finishing the series with Bob and Shawn, where they covered the 10 plagues of Egypt. In this conclusion, the guys will discuss the grace of God with the Israelites departure from Egypt found in Ex 12. They will also unpack the population of the nation
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. We are currently in a series covering the ten plagues of Egypt. On today’s episode, David Renfro continues his discussion with Bob and Shawn on the 10th plague, the death of the firstborn. This account is found in Exodus 12 and gives us the origin of the Passover. The
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. We are currently going through a series on the 10 plagues with David Renfro. On today’s episode, we will hear the guys address the 10th, and final plague that fell upon Egypt, the death of the firstborn son. The guys will address the significance of the “firstborn” to the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. We are currently going through a series on the 10 plagues with David Renfro. Today, the guys will be discussing the 9th plague, when the skies darkened. As we have seen with the other plagues, the 9th plague is significant in light of one of the Egyptian gods, called
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn have been joined by David Renfro, for a series on the plagues of Egypt. On this episode, the guys will be discussing the 8th plague of locusts. This plague is found in Exodus chapter 10. The guys will discuss the hardening of Pharaohs heart, giving special
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. David Renfro has joined Bob and Shawn in the studio for a series on the 10 plagues of Egypt. On today’s episode, the guys will be discussing the 7th plague, when the Lord sent hail down on the Egyptians. This plague marks a shift within the plagues. We will
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. David Renfro joins Bob and Shawn in the studio to discuss the 10 plagues of Egypt. On this episode, the guys will be unpacking the 6th plague, found in Exodus chapter 9:8-12. In this plague, the Lord sends boils to the Egyptians. David will give us some insights to
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, David Renfro will continue our series on the ten plagues of Egypt with Bob and Shawn. We will hear the guys unpack the significance of the diseased livestock. We will see the shift that takes place in the plagues, as we go beyond the short-term discomfort
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. David Renfro has joined Bob and Shawn in a series covering the 10 plagues of Egypt. In the previous episodes, we have seen how God attacked the Egyptian gods by first striking the water. First, in the Nile and then frogs. Now, we will see how the Lord confronts
On today’s episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn are with David Renfro, discussing the plagues of Egypt. This is part of an on-going series where we will be looking at each plague over the course of several episodes. The guys will be discussing the second plague, the swarm of frogs, found in
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, David Renfro will continue to unpack the ten plagues of Egypt found in Ex 7-12 with Bob and Shawn. Specifically, we will hear the guys address the first plague, where the Lord turned the water into blood. David will provide some insights into the Egyptian culture,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, David Renfro will continue our series on the ten plagues of Egypt with Bob and Shawn. David will unpack the events leading up to the plagues in Ex 7-12. He will discuss the timeline of the Israelites history in Egypt. He will also provide some general
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. David Renfro joins Bob and Shawn in the studio for a new series on the ten plagues of Egypt. David will introduce the plagues and discuss their significance. In addition, David will unpack the organization of the plagues. We will hear about the different “categories” within these events. We
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be comparing the gospel of John and 1 John. Specifically, the guys will address the issue of assurance in these two books. Is it okay to use 1 John as evidence for eternal security? Why or why not? We will hear the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Matt 3 and the ministry of John the Baptist. Does this passage teach that eternal salvation is by doing good works? The guys will discuss this important issue. In addition, we will hear the guys address eternal security in light of apostasy.
Welcome to Grace in Focus. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be unpacking the phrase “believe in Jesus for everlasting life.” What does this phrase mean? The guys will provide some clarity. In addition, we will hear them discuss church membership. What is the role of church membership? Does the bible address this issue?
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be dealing with the content of saving faith. Beginning with 1 Cor 15:1-11, the guys will address some of the issues in this passage. The guys will draw some connections to Romans 6 and Phil 3. In addition, we will hear the
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will discuss the concept of “soul sleep.” This is a common view that teaches once a person dies, they are unaware and have no consciousness in heaven or hell. This view was held by Martin Luther and is still a popular one today.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the best methods for leaving a church in grace. While there aren’t any specific instructions in the bible on how to leave a church, the guys will draw from their own experiences and share some insights. There are many reasons
What does “forgiveness” really mean? On today’s episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be unpacking this important term. Specifically, we will hear the guys address the role of forgiveness in salvation. The guys will also unpack the relationship between forgiveness of sins and the consequences that could come from that sin.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the role of confession of sins. Must an unbeliever confess their sins in order to receive eternal life? How should we relate 1 John 1:9 and John 3:16? Bob will address the distinction between believing in Jesus and forgiveness of sins. In
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question about Romans 2:13. What did the apostle Paul mean when he said “the doers of the law will be justified” in this passage? Does this verse teach that we are saved from hell by keeping the law? The
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be taking questions from our listeners. First, the guys will discuss seminaries. How does someone choose a good seminary? The guys will address this and some of the pitfalls a seminary student can face. In addition, we will hear the guys unpack
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering a question about the Holy Spirit. We will hear the guys address the role of the Spirit as it relates to unbelievers (John 16: 8-11). In addition, the guys will address the role of the Spirit in the life of a believer
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn will be discussing the content of saving faith. Specifically, we will hear the guy’s address whether or not a person has to believe in hell in order to be saved. What is essential to believe in order to be saved? The guys will unpack this issue
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing God’s sinlessness. Can God be in the presence of sin? Bob will address how believers can still experience fellowship with the Lord, despite our sin. This issue will be discussed in light of 1 John 1:7-9. We will also hear
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the term “wrath” in 1 Thessalonians 5:9. How do we know that this wrath is referring to the tribulation period? Bob will address the issues associated with this term and the lake of fire. We will also hear how this
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Hyper-Dispensationalism. Should we break fellowship with someone who holds to an Acts 28 view? We will hear the guys discuss this and related issues. In addition, we will hear the guy’s address whether or not a homosexual can obtain eternal
Do “true” believers fully follow Christ? On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing this issue in light of John 10:27. Does this verse show that a “true” believer will always want to hear the word of God and follow the Lord faithfully until death? In other words, does
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn are going to discuss dinosaurs! Were dinosaurs on Noah’s ark? If they were on the ark, how did they get such large animals on the boat? When did dinosaurs go extinct? Bob will give some suggestions from a young earth perspective. In addition,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, we will hear Bob and Shawn discuss judgement in the book of James. Specifically, James 3:1 and the judgement for teachers. How should we understand this verse? What judgement does James have in mind in this passage? We will hear the guys unpack this important topic
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing future plans for GES in 2022. The guys are currently working on several writing projects. First, Bob, Shawn, and Ken Yates are in the process of putting together a book on Systematic Theology. The goal is for this to be
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the trinity. Specifically, we will hear the guys address the relationship between God the son, and God the Father. How can they both be one and separate persons? The guys will discuss this issue in light of passages such as
On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the concept of persuasion. What kind of persuasion about Jesus leads a person to eternal salvation? Bob will also discuss the subcategories of those who are not persuaded. The guys will address this issue in light of John 12:9-11. In addition,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing how we can approach people with the message of eternal life by faith alone in Christ. The guys will first address Mark 16:16, which is often used by people to say that baptism is necessary for salvation. How do we
On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the content of the evangelistic message today. Does the gospel of John contain the saving message for today? Has there been a dispensational change? The guys will unpack these questions in light of the purpose statement of John (Jn 20:30-31). We
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the Lord’s baptism. The guys will first unpack the purpose of John the Baptists ministry, and the meaning of his baptism. They will also draw some distinctions between the gospel of the Kingdom and the gospel of life. Finally, we
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Luke 15:11-32 and the prodigal son. Specifically, we will hear the guys address the prodigal son’s inheritance. When the prodigal son returns, does he receive a second inheritance? Is this a picture of rewards? How should we view the robe,
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s show, Bob and Shawn will be continuing a discussing on Calvinism which they started on yesterday’s episode. They are specifically trying to unpack the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints. How does this doctrine impact our fellowship with the Lord? How can we know we
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
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be dealing with the sin of “apostasy” or more commonly known as falling away. The guys will focus on this issue in light the mosaic law, giving special attention to the dietary laws. We will hear them discuss these issues in light
Welcome to Grace in focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be unpacking the terms “brothers” and “brethren” in the book of James. Do these terms refer to believers? Could these words simply be speaking to the Jewish relationship to James, rather than a spiritual brotherhood? The guys will discuss these issues. In
Welcome to Grace in Focus. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing John 6:47-58. The guys will be discussing this passage in light of modern-day communion practices. First, the guys will unpack the idea of “eating” the bread of life. We will see that this is a picture of believing in Jesus. Secondly, the guys
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the role of water baptism today. First, the guys will address the role of baptism in salvation. They will also discuss the distinctions between the Catholic view of the “sacraments” and how it differs from our views on this topic.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering several questions. First, we will hear the guys discuss the tribulation period. Specifically, they will address what the tribulation would have looked like if the nation of Israel had accepted the Lord at His first coming. In addition, we will hear them
Does the Holy Spirit have to draw a person before the gift of eternal life can be given? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be answering this question. Bob will first address 1 Cor 15:1ff and unpack some of the misunderstandings about this passage. In addition, we will hear the guys
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing John 3:16. The guys will be giving special attention to the phrase “believe in Him.” Does it mean to trust, or does it mean to be persuaded? The guys will give special attention to the idea of “trusting” in Jesus.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing 1 Thessalonians 4:17. Who are the “dead in Christ” in this passage? Does this include Old Testament saints? The guys will address these issues, as well as give their thoughts on the order of events at the time of the rapture. In
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the relationship between “faith in Christ” and the “reception of the Holy Spirit.” The guys will give special attention to the book of Acts. They will discuss passages such as Acts 19:2-6, Acts 10:43-48, and more. Do believers receive the holy spirit
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing righteous motivations for living a godly life. Bob will discuss several forms of motivation for godly living, including gratitude, fear, and rewards. The guys will give special attention to the doctrine of rewards and how it harmonizes with the free grace position.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing 1 Thess 4:4. Does this verse mean that our bad habits contradict walking with the Lord? Can a believing drink alcohol and still be pleasing to God? Is it wrong to smoke tobacco? How should we apply this verse? Bob
On this episode of Grace in Focus, we will be discussing one of the great mysteries of the bible. Bob and Shawn will be talking about the author of Hebrews. While we can never know for certain, there are several popular options that the guys will discuss. Bob will explain why he doesn’t think Paul
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions related to the Lords second coming. What will be the order of events at the Lords coming? Bob will address the rapture, and the 7 year tribulation, as well as other important details related to end times. Bob will unpack this topic by looking at passages such as 1 Thess 4:16-17, and more. We hope you enjoy the discussion.
What does it mean when the bible says the “Just shall live by faith?” Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing this famous phrase, found in Romans 1:17. Bob will be unpacking his view, that this verse is dealing sanctification truths, and not how a person receives eternal life. In addition, the guys will discuss several terms found in the book of Romans. We will hear them discuss the words life, justification, wrath, and more. We hope you enjoy the conversation.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Jonah chapter three. Specifically, the guys will address what the Ninevites believed in this passage. Was it the message of eternal life that they believed or something else? Bob will also unpack how the word “repentance” is used in these verses. How do we reconcile this passage in light of the free grace message? Hopefully the guys will provide some clarity to this famous story. We hope you join us as we seek to divide the word of truth.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On our pervious episode, Bob and Shawn were discussing the phrase the “outer darkness.” Today, they will continue their discussion on this phrase by looking at Matt 25:14-30. This passage is known as the parable of the talents. Bob will compare this passage to Luke 19, and the parable of the 10 Minus. In addition, the guys will address the context of these passages, and how we reconcile them to the free grace position that salvation is by faith alone in Jesus for eternal life. We hope you join us as we seek to understand these parables.
What does the phrase “outer darkness” mean in the gospel of Matthew? On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing this phrase in light of the free grace position. We will hear that this phrase only occurs three times, all of which are found in the gospel of Matthew. The guys will relate this phrase with the expression “weeping and gnashing of teeth.” Bob will also provide some contextual clues to the meaning of these passages by looking at the phrase “sons of the kingdom.” We hope you enjoy this episode.
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.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the parable of the sheep and goats, found in Matthew 25:31-46. Does this parable teach that we must have works in order to enter the kingdom? How do we reconcile this passage with the faith alone message? Bob and Shawn will unpack this passage in light of the eschatological context. They will also draw some distinctions between the terms “entering” and “inheriting” the kingdom. We hope you join us as we seek to unpack this special passage.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be responding to an objection regarding Revelation 2 and 3. Can we apply these chapters today? How do we address the focus on works in these chapters? What does it mean to “overcome” for the seven churches in Revelation? Bob and Shawn will draw some distinctions between salvation and discipleship. They will also address the role of works in the life of a believer. These, and many more issues will be unpacked on today’s show. We hope you enjoy the discussion.
Thank you for joining Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be responding to a question regarding the phrase “truly believing.” What does it mean to “truly believe?” Can a person have false belief? Is this found in the scriptures? The guys will unpack some of the issues that this phrase implies, especially those related to eternal security. Bob will be looking at passages such as John 11:25ff to hopefully shed some light on this topic. We hope you enjoy the discussion.
What did the Lord mean when He said that “many are called, but few are chosen?” On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be taking a look at this famous verse in Matthew chapter 20. We will hear the guys address the doctrine of election to eternal life as it relates to this verse. We will also hear Bob unpack the terms “calling” and “chosen” in light of the context of this passage. In addition, Bob will explain how the Lord uses the phrase “the last will be first.” Join us as we seek to understand these important phrases.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, the guys will be going back to the basics by discussing the provisionist view. This movement can most often be found within the South Baptist organization. Their definition of belief is often impregnated with some form of works. The guys will discuss the definition of belief in light of this group and hopefully shed some light on this important word. We hope you can join us as we seek to share the good news of eternal life to those who simply believe in Jesus for this gift.
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 continue with their discussion on Chapter 5 giving special attention to the book of James. What did James mean when he said, “save his soul from death?” We will hear the guys unpack this phrase and hopefully shed some light on any misunderstanding. We hope you enjoy this episode.
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 continue with their discussion on Chapter 5. The guys will be discussing James 2 and the famous phrase “faith without works is dead.” Does this verse teach that works are necessary to prove “true” faith? We will hear Bob and Shawn unpack this important passage and provide some clarity. We hope you enjoy this important episode.
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 continue with their discussion on Chapter 5. Specifically, we will hear them discuss works in the life of a believer. Will genuine faith always result in good works? Join us as we seek to understand the differences between salvation and discipleship truths.
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.” Last week the guys began addressing chapter 5. Today, they will continue with this chapter by discussing 2 Corinthians 13:5. What did Paul mean when he said to “examine yourselves?” We will hear the guys unpack this confusing verse and hopefully provide some insights. We hope you enjoy this episode and check out the whole series.
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.” Over the last few episodes, the guys have been addressing chapter 5. Today, they will be responding to the issues that relate to Romans 10:9-13. What did the Apostle Paul mean when he said, “confessing with the mouth?” The guys will unpack this popular passage from a free grace perspective. We hope you join us as we seek to correctly divide the word of truth.
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.” Over the last few episodes, the guys have been addressing chapter 5 and the role of repentance. Today, they will continue with this topic, giving special attention to how the word is used in the book of Acts. The guys will look at passages such as Acts 11:18, 13:38-39, 17:30, and more. We hope you join us as we walk through this issue.
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 are continuing their discussion on chapter 5. The guys will give special attention to John 15 and the vine and the branches. What does this passage mean? Does this passage teach that a believer can lose their salvation if they fail to abide? We hope you enjoy this discussion.
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 their discussion on chapter 5. Specifically, the guys will be discussing Luke 16:30 and the account of the rich man and Lazarus. Does this verse teach that we must repent in order to be saved from hell? These and many more issues will be unpacked on the show. We hope you can join us as we seek to understand the word of God.
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 are finishing their discussion on trust in chapter 4. Does free grace theology de-emphasize trusting in the person of Christ? We will hear the guys respond.
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 are continuing their discussion on chapter four. What is saving faith according to Wayne Grudem? Does faith include repentance? commitment? or is it something else? The guys will discuss this important issue. We hope you enjoy the show.
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.
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 are continuing their discussion on chapter three which deals with assurance. We will hear the guys discuss the basis for our assurance and why this is significant. We hope you can join us as we dive into this essential topic.
In this episode of Grace in Focus radio, we are currently walking through Wayne Grudem’s book “Free Grace Theology: Five Ways It Diminishes the Gospel.” In our last episode, Bob and Shawn began to discuss chapter three and the issue of assurance. Today, they are continuing this discussion by giving special attention to the evidence of salvation, and whether or not that evidence provides assurance. We hope you enjoy the conversation.
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.
On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn are discussing Wayne Grudem’s book “Free Grace Theology: Five Ways It Diminishes the Gospel.” This is part of an on-going series where the guys will unpack each chapter. Today, we will hear them go into further detail regarding the gospel of John. It was noted in the previous episode, that the word “repentance” never occurs in the gospel of John. Why is this important? Does John’s Gospel assume repentance? These, and many more issues will be addressed on the show.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn are currently in the middle of a series where they are responding to Wayne Grudem’s book “Free Grace Theology: Five Ways It Diminishes the Gospel.” On this episode, the guys are continuing their discussion on repentance. We will hear them discuss the significance of this term in the gospel of John. In addition, we will hear the guys address Acts 2:38, and 17:30. Join us as we seek to understand this important topic.
On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Wayne Grudem’s book “Free Grace Theology: Five Ways It Diminishes the Gospel.” This is part of an on-going series where the guys will unpack each chapter. We will hear them address chapter 2 today. Specifically, we will hear the guys address the role of repentance in salvation. We hope you join us as we unpack these important issues.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn have started a new series where they will be discussing Wayne Grudem’s book “Free Grace Theology: Five Ways it Diminishes the Gospel.” On this episode, the guys will first discuss Grudem’s opening arguments as they are based on the Protestant confession of faith. They will also discuss the meaning of “faith alone” and the difference between Grudem’s view and GES. They will unpack Grudem’s “blue key” illustration and hopefully provide some clarity. We hope you enjoy this episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be introducing a new series. Over the next few episodes, the guys will be discussing the book “Free Grace Theology: Five Ways it Diminishes the Gospel” by Wayne Grudem. The guys will give an overview of Grudem’s views. In addition, they will give some time to explaining the concept of the “perseverance of the saints” while drawing some distinctions between it and the Free Grace view. We hope you can join us as we start this new series.
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.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Romans 10:9-13. The guys will be addressing this passage in light of the fact that “salvation” in the bible can refer to several different things (i.e. physical death, eternal life, or sin). The guys will give examples of this principle both in the new testament and old testament. In addition, the guys will provide a different perspective to this famous passage by looking at the context to determine the meaning. You won’t want to miss the discussion.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays show, Bob and Shawn will be discussing children who die prematurely. Bob will give a basic overview of his position regarding those who die before the age of accountability. The guys will also unpack the meaning of Matthew 18:10-11 in light of this discussion. Do children have guardian angels? Join us as we dive into this interesting topic.
On todays episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing “repentance.” First, Bob will unpack the relationship between repentance and belief in Matt 21:32. Does this verse prove that repentance is necessary for salvation? Bob will give his view. In addition, the guys will be unpacking Titus 2:13. Who will see the glory that is talked about in this verse and when will it happen? You will have to listen to the show to find out!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s show, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions related to the church and Israel. They will address how dispensationalism impacts how we are to support Israel. In addition, the guys will discuss the role of the church right now as we look to the middle east and see the current affairs. When is it appropriate to criticize Israel and their political choices, and when should we support the nation? These and many more issues will be discussed. We hope you enjoy this discussion.
On todays episode of Grace in focus radio, Bob and Shawn will continue to answer questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys discuss the different views that people have regarding hell. The guys will also provide an overview of the position that GES has regarding hell. Bob will discuss the terms “hades” and “gehenna” and the possible distinctions of those terms. They will also give special attention to the verse that describes hell like a worm that never dies. Join us as we seek to understand this issue from a biblical perspective.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be dealing with a difficult topic. How can believers witness to those with alternative sexual views or feelings? In addition, how do Christian parents help to guide their children on this topic? Bob will give some practical advice regarding both. He will provide some scriptures’ that we can share with our friends and family to help guide them in the truth. In addition, the guys will draw out the difference between salvation and discipleship as it relates to this topic. We hope you find the conversation helpful.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On this episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing popular phrases that are used in Christian testimonies. Is it okay for us to use phrases such as “giving your life to Jesus” and “inviting Christ into your heart?” The guys will address some of the pitfalls that come from these common expressions. In addition, we will hear the guys address some of the consequences that can come from attending churches that promote a works based gospel. Join us as we dive into these important issues.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On today’s episode, Bob and Shawn will continue to answer questions from our listeners. The guys will discuss issues related to mental illness including whether or not it is sinful for a believer to take disability money from the government. Shawn will draw from the life of Job and offer some insights. These and many more issues will be unpacked on the show today. You won’t want to miss this special discussion.
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.
On this episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing 1 John 1:9. First, Bob will provide some background to the Gnostic Heresy. In addition, we will hear the guys unpack the concept of forgiveness. Is forgiveness a positional benefit, a fellowship issue or both? You won’t want to miss this interesting discussion.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On the show today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys discuss how a believer should face persecution. For example, is it wrong for a Christian in Afghanistan to leave the country due to opposition? In addition, the guys will discuss the expression “only begotten son.” What does this phrase mean? The guys will provide some insights. We hope you can join us as we seek to keep grace in focus.
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.
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.
What is my role in the body of Christ? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing church function. Specifically, the guys will give special attention to believers who are disabled. They will provide some examples of how those with special needs can operate within the church. They will also address how this impacts rewards. We hope you enjoy this important discussion.
On todays episode of Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the Lords supper. How should churches conduct the Lords supper? Have we gotten away from the biblical example we see in the New Testament? Should there be a meal? If so, how might this look in our local churches? How big or small should these meals be and how often? The guys will unpack this topic by providing some insights to the Greek word for “supper” and more.
Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be continuing to answer our listeners questions. The guys will be dealing with the phrase “children of God” on the show. Specifically, they will address whether or not unbelievers can be referred to by this title. What about literal children prior to faith? Could they be called the “children of God?” Join us, as we seek to understand this phrase from a biblical perspective.
Welcome to Grace in focus radio. On the show today, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the Great Commission. The guys will address what kind of Baptism the Lord had in mind in this passage. In addition, they will unpack the individual responsibilities of each believer as they attempt to follow the Great Commission. Finally, we will hear the guys discuss what our physical appearance might look like in the kingdom to come. We hope you enjoy the discussion.
Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. First, the guys will be discussing the application to Matt 6:10-11. Does this verse mean we should be actively praying for the end times to come? Bob will draw some distinctions between the Millennial Kingdom and the Eternal state. In addition, the guys will address the common teaching of the Kingdom expressed in the phrase “already, but not yet.” They will discuss the will of God and its implications. We hope you join us as we strive to understand this important passage.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions related to prophecy. The guys will discuss Daniel 9:24-27. Specifically, we will hear them explain the 70 weeks in this passage and how this helps frame the tribulation period and other end time events. We hope you join us as we live into this exciting topic.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing Matthew 24:13, which states “he who endures to the end shall be saved (NKJV).” Does this verse teach that we must persevere in good works in order to be saved? How do we reconcile this with passages such as Eph 2:8-9? The guys will hopefully provide some clarity. They will discuss the meaning of the word “saved” in this passage by providing some insights to the context. These any many more issues will be unpacked. We hope you enjoy the discussion.
Ezekiel 18:24 says when the righteous man turns away from righteousness and sins, he will die. Does this negate the promise of eternal life? Bob and Shawn discuss how temporal death is what this passage refers to.
Plus, what word-study evidence is there that repentance is turning from sin and not a change of mind? What Scriptures support this idea? Bob and Shawn discuss this often misunderstood topic.
Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. The guys will be discussing Revelation 21:1-3 and the idea of “new heavens and a new earth.” Does this phrase mean that this world will be completely destroyed, or that it will simply we renovated? Bob will discuss 2 Peter 3:10-12 as it relates to this topic. You won’t want to miss this exciting topic!
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn are answering questions from our listeners. They will be discussing what happens to the infants who are alive at the time of the rapture. First, Bob will unpack this question directly and provide some Biblical “hints” to his view. Secondly, he will address the bigger issue of the age of accountability. Finally, the guys will unpack some of the pitfalls that come from the reformed position on this issue. We hope you can join us as we dive into this interesting topic.
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.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing the woman at the well found in John chapter 4. This passage in often used as the ideal blueprint for evangelism. Jesus is our perfect example of how we should share the message of grace. However, did Jesus give the woman at the well the right saving message? Did Jesus do it wrong? The guys will discuss the implications of this question, and much more. We hope you can join us as we strive to keep grace in focus.
Are all dispensationalists also “Free Grace” proponents? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be unpacking this important term. We will hear the guys address the differences between these two theological groups. We will also hear the guys discuss why they are so closely related and why many people who are free grace also identify as dispensational. In addition, the guys will address the significance of the doctrine of rewards and its relationship to dispensationalism. You won’t want to miss the discussion.
Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing “seeker” friendly churches. Bob will give his description and purpose of seeker friendly churches. In addition, the guys will unpack some of the pitfalls for these churches. Bob will address the saving message as it relates to “seeker” churches. Specifically, Bob will address the object of saving faith and provide some insights by looking at John 4:10. These, and many more issues will be addressed on the show. We hope you can join us as we dive into this important topic.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. On todays episode, Bob and Shawn will be discussing how church age believers should apply the Old Testament. In other words, should people today only apply the New Testament in their lives? Bob will respond by first going to 2 Time 3:16-17. We will then hear the guys give some practical applications to different example verses. You won’t want to miss the helpful conversation.
What does the word “saved” mean in the book of Romans? Why does GES translate it as “deliverance” in Romans 10:10? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be talking about this difficult passage. First, Bob will strive to bring some clarity to this verse in light of the context. We will also hear the guys address how the word “saved” or “salvation” can refer to many different things in the bible. The guys will attempt to show, that in the book of Romans the word “salvation” does not refer to eternal salvation. These, and many more issues will be addressed on the show today. We hope you enjoy this special episode.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. The guys will answer questions related to the origin of God. Bob will unpack the concept of the First Cause, the two views that come from it, and why its important. In addition, the guys will discuss passages like Romans 8:14, and Hebrews 12:8. You won’t want to miss the show!
Today on Grace in Focus radio. Bob and Shawn will be discussing the differences between trust and obedience. Many of us grew up singing the hymn “Trust and Obey” but what does that song really mean? The guys will provide some clarity on these terms, as well as draw some distinctions between the terms “trust” and “believe.” Finally, we will hear the guys unpack the role of works when determining if our faith is genuine.
How should Free Grace people respond to those who hold to a Lordship view? Today on Grace in Focus radio, Bob and Shawn will be discussing this issue. First, we will hear the guys unpack the differences between these two views. Bob will provide some clarification by framing the two positions in regards to their soteriology. In addition, we will hear the guys address how these two camps should interact with one another. These and many more things will be discussed on the show today. We hope you can join us as we seek to keep Grace in Focus.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions from our listeners. We will hear the guys address the Lord’s role in taking the lives of faithful believers prematurely. We see in the scriptures examples of unfaithful believers being taken early; however, what can we say about those believers we see who pass away early in life? How do we understand Psalms 90:10? These and many more questions will be answered on the show. Join us as we dive into this interesting topic.
Welcome to Grace in Focus. Today on the show, Bob and Shawn are continuing to answer our listeners’ questions. First, we will hear the guys discuss tattoos and whether or not they are sinful. We will hear them unpack Lev 19:28 in light of this topic, and provide some practical advice. The guys will also discuss the Lord’s use of an invitation during His ministry, as well as the apostles.
Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Bob and Shawn will be answering questions related to end times. First, will all believers be raptured before the tribulation period or just faithful believers? How do we handle Luke 12:46-48? Bob will provide some clarity in light of a translation issue in this passage. In addition, the guys will discuss the Millennial Kingdom and those who will reign during that dispensation. Join us as we unpack these important issues.