Does the Bible Teach For or Against Soul Sleep? Also What is the Second Part of 1 Thessalonians 2:13 About… Is God’s Word Always Automatically Effective in Every Believer?
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. […]
What is The Best Way To Leave a Church – Maybe Because of Doctrinal Issues or Maybe Not Because of Doctrinal Issues?
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? Also Must We Confess to Be Forgiven?
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. […]
How Does 1 John 1:9 Fit With John 3:16? Can You Receive Eternal Salvation Without Confessing 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 […]
Why Does Romans 2:13 Say That the Doers of the Law Will Be Justified?
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 […]
How Do You Choose a Good Seminary? Also Does God Place All Governmental Leaders in Place for All Countries?
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 […]
What is Holy Spirit’s Role Toward Those Who “Fall Away” From Faith?
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 […]
What Part of Bible Doctrine is Essential to Believe in Order to Be Saved? Also Why Does God Allow False and Confusing Saving Messages to Exist?
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 […]
If God is Sinless and Holy, How Can He Be in the Presence of Sinners and Sin? Also What About Unintentional Sins?
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 […]
How is “The Wrath to Come” in 1 Thessalonians 5:9 About the Tribulation? Also Can Those Who are Unsaved Access &; Use the Power of God
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 […]