Category: Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

"But thanks be to God, that you who were once slaves of sin have become obedient from the heart to the standard of teaching to which you were committed, and, having been set free from sin, have become slaves of righteousness. " Romans 6:17 What does it mean to be obedient from the heart?

• What do you say to people that use Acts 2:38 to support baptism is a commandment for salvation?
• Is it necessary that the story of Adam and Eve and the Garden of Eden be an actual, factual, historical event? Or can it be thought of as a metaphor?
• Is it right for me to be bothered when I hear pastors on the radio or behind the pulpit to describe what my Lord did on the Cross as atonement?
• Can you elaborate on the importance of prayer and how it still plays a role in altering circumstances?

Categories: Christian Living Baptism Bible Sin Prayer

Andrew Farley, Bob Davis

"But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life." Titus 3:4-7

• In response to what she heard at Sunday school, Nadine asks about water baptism. Is it works? She goes on to ask about walking away from Christ. Is it possible?
• Matthew asks if there are still prophets today?
• Can you explain the difference between "Lordship Salvation" and "Free Grace Theology"? Which one is Biblical?

Categories: Baptism Bible Salvation Theology

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

Grace puts us in union with Jesus. His story becomes our story. The truth of this is profound. It's one thing to know that we have been saved and will spend eternity with him. It's quite another to know that you have been given a new heart and Jesus has taken up residence in you. When you realize you are a new creature in Christ, you can live a life full of abundance.

• Why would Paul circumcise Titus in the Book of Acts?
• How do I get my zeal for God?
• With reference to Galatians 3, why are we not justified by our efforts to keep the law?
• Some use 1 Peter 3:21 as a water baptism requirement for salvation. Is this verse saying water is only a picture of the real baptism?

Categories: Bible Christian Living Law Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Where did these manmade religions come into being? We need to go back to the beginning... to the story of Adam and Eve and the fall. Upon finding themselves naked they sewed fig leaves together and made loin cloths. They were trying to cover their shame from God. But it didn't work. Only God was able to make the provision for their sin and for ours.

• The people who were baptized by Philip in water in "the name" of Jesus Christ, were they saved? Or, were they saved only after John and Peter laid their hands on them to receive the Holy Spirit?
• J argues against "once saved, always save". He writes: "we can't take it to the extreme and say that once we're saved we can't forfeit our salvation."
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• Are there two Gospels? One for the Jew and one for the Gentile? Where do people come up with this idea?

Categories: Righteousness/Justification Bible Salvation Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

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• What does it mean to be close to God. John wrote: We've been brought into relationship with God the Father and Jesus Christ the Son. In John 17 we see God's desire for us to be close to Him. John 17:3 "... this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent."
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• Lois asks about Romans 7:13. What is this saying to me?
• Could you explain the difference between feasting and gluttony, both which are described in the Bible?
• Is there any problems being baptized if one has mental health problems?

Categories: Identity/Self Image Christian Living Bible Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Do you know what you believe about the death, burial, and resurrection? It's the Gospel story. But, why is it relevant to you? Jesus died for our sins in accordance to scriptures. Jesus was buried. Proof of death is necessary for a will to go into effect; therefore, the New Covenant is in effect. Why was Jesus raised? It is proof that all of his claims about himself are true. It also means that we, too, are raised to walk in the newness of life.

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• Lynne asks for clarification on 1 Corinthians 3:5-12 concerning Heaven.
• Would these truths be considered "milk" or "solid" as Paul talks about in Hebrews 5?
• How would you address a church that still preaches that Baptism is "an act of obedience", especially to youth?
• Is the sermon on the mount and its commandments part of the Old Covenant? Or are we free from those also?

Categories: Heaven Christian Living Baptism New Covenant

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

What is the truth about God? God is love. God so loved the world... We need to get our ideas about God aligned with what He says about himself. Our view of God is distorted by our life of sin and death. But when we are born again we can know God as who He truly is. And that changes how we relate to one another.

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• Did Jesus shed his blood at any other time?
• Are we in the Great Tribulation? Do you believe in the Rapture?
• As gentiles, have we ever been under the law of Moses?
• How would you address a church that still preaches that Baptism is "an act of obedience", especially to youth ?

Categories: Theology Jesus Christ End Times Law Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

The message of Paul is joy and contentment in Philippians. Throughout this he weaves the story of the Gospel. " But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself." Philippians 3:20-21

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• My church has been teaching that it's up to us to maintain our salvation.
• How do you know when you've received the Holy Spirit once you have been baptized?
• Is there a difference between righteousness and holiness?
• Joe asks for an explanation of 1 Corinthians 2:2. "For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified."
• Is sinless perfection possible in your life on earth?

Categories: Christian Living Baptism Righteousness/Justification

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

When we're trying to fight against the things of the world they will try to consume us. That's why the understanding of law and grace is so important. " ... For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which comes through faith in Christ ... " Philippians 3:8-9

• It seems like Jesus was teaching two covenants. How do we reconcile this?
• Kat continues to struggle with trusting Jesus.
• Is it biblical for a woman to baptize a man in the church?

Categories: Righteousness/Justification New Covenant Christian Living Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

All roads lead to Philippians 3. It sets the stage for our purpose and reason for being in life. "For no one is a Jew who is merely one outwardly, nor is circumcision outward and physical. But a Jew is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the letter. His praise is not from man but from God." Romans 2:28-29

• Clay calls about Matthew 11:11-15 "For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John, and if you are willing to accept it, he is Elijah who is to come. "
• Ron asks about 1 Corinthians 6:12 "'All things are lawful for me,' but not all things are helpful. 'All things are lawful for me,' but I will not be dominated by anything."
• I was baptized when I was young. Does that baptism save me.

Categories: Faith Bible Christian Living Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

What does the grace of God mean to you? And how has the grace of God shaped you're life? Jesus Christ has take the punishment for our sins and given us redemption. In him you have redemption, the forgiveness of sin.

• Is it OK to not revive someone if it's their request?
• Davis asks about the parable of the talents?
• John attends a Bible study where one of the members believe that water baptism is required for salvation.

Categories: Forgiveness/Repentance Christian Living Bible Baptism

Andrew Farley, Bob Davis

"I will put my laws on their hearts, and write them on their minds" Hebrews 10:16 The cross worked and the resurrection was a grand success.

• Does "by his stripes" we are healed means that healing is guaranteed?
• Joe asks if you have to be baptized to be saved. He hearing two different opinions.
• Pat asks how do you share the Gospel of Jesus Christ without scaring people away with Hell, fire, and brimstone?

Categories: Bible Baptism Christian Living End Times

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

"But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires." Romans 13:14 Jesus is the one who will teach you to renounce the sinful life and allow his righteousness to be lived out through you. When you know Him, He becomes your victory today.

• Will we know what's happening on earth when we get to Heaven?
• Linda asks about whether baptism is required according to Acts 2:38.
• Bret says it feels like he's cramming for his finals... reading everything he can in the Word of God to be OK.

Categories: Christian Living Heaven Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

"No one has ever seen God; the only God, who is at the Father's side, he has made him known." John 1:18 Jesus came to make the Father known to us. The enemy has been sewing false ideas about God since the beginning. However the truth about God is revealed in Jesus. God is love.

• What is a prophet? - What is the Gift of Prophecy? https://youtu.be/D19g1meZkdA
• If you've been baptized before is it important to do so now?
• I was reading Ephesians 6:1-2 where Paul tells children to obey their parents and he quotes the first commandment, "Honor your father and mother". I thought we weren't under the ten commandments any more.
• Studying eternal security and I came across Colossians 1:22-23. "If indeed you continue in the faith" sorta threw me off.
• Kat asks how to truly understand that God loves her.
• In regards to creation, could God's day be longer than a 24 hour day?

Categories: Christian Living Baptism Faith Bible

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Jesus underscores who he is in the seven "I am" statements. Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst." John 6:35 He said this just after he fed the 5,000. We have this spiritual hunger inside of us. But it can't be satisfied by worldly things. It can only be satisfied when we receive Jesus Christ by faith.

• Did Nathaniel understand: "Truly, truly, I say to you, you will see heaven opened, and the angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of Man." John 1:51
• I pray a lot is it the same as calling upon the name of the Lord to be saved?
• Does Acts 2:38 suggest that water baptism was a requirement for salvation?

Categories: Jesus Christ Bible Prayer Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Because of Jesus, we have died to the law Romans 7:4-5

• Escaped from legalism into grace. What is our new life in Jesus?
• What happens after the Rapture? Do we get clothes of white for our new bodies?
• Do I have to be baptized in water to be saved?
• What does it mean when Pastors are shepherding the flock?

Categories: Law Grace Theology Baptism Holy Spirit

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

Jesus came full of grace and truth. And the truth he brings is a gift to you. Romans 6:23 states: "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." This is truly the greatest gift we could ever receive.

• How do we live by faith in the midst of different interpretations?
• I was wondering what was your personal interpretation of 1 Corinthians 14 and if speaking tongues is still used today?
• Kyle asks about 1 Peter 3:21 in regards to water baptism.
• ​If you are saved can you die in your sins?

Categories: Grace Faith Bible Baptism Salvation

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

What does it really look like to live out who we are in Jesus Christ? "His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence" 2 Peter 1:3 We have been redesigned from the ground up — recreated in Jesus to do good works he's prepared for you. We are new creations.

• Danny succumbed to his addiction to heroin after being clean for 8 years and asks for prayers and help to overcome his addiction.
• Shelley asks if it's proper to be baptized as an adult.
• Since we are his workmanship are these works his nature? Ephesians 3:10

Categories: Christian Living Addiction Baptism

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

How do we stand out as believers in Christ in the culture of confusion. Paul looks at that in 2 Corinthians 5:20 "Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God." We are representatives of the Kingdom of God. We are make an appeal to people to be reconciled to God.

• What do say to those who insist that you need to be baptized to be saved?
• There are "so many ways to be saved". But who is preaching the right Gospel? I just want to know that I am saved.
• What does the Bible say about lawsuits?
• My other biggest challenge is that we are not even encouraged to give to the poor. Isn't it okay to take part of that offering and give it to someone in need?
• Is there evidence of salvation?

Categories: New Covenant Baptism Salvation Christian Living Money/Giving

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

We see a lot of people trying to blend the various philosophies of the world's religions with Christianity and create something palatable to everyone. But all they do is take away from the truth of Christianity. Paul wrote about this when addressing the Corinthians. "Therefore, as to the eating of food offered to idols, we know that 'an idol has no real existence,' and that 'there is no God but one.'" 1 Corinthians 8:4 That's the truth we cherish as believers.

• Robert asks for clarification concerning baptism.
• A mother calls concerned about the relationship between her husband and daughter.
• Patty asks about the word "admonish" in Colossians 1:28.

Categories: Christian Living Baptism Parenting/Children