Category: Testimonies

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? ... For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:35-39

• Patsy writes to say how much Basic Gospel has meant to her over the years.
• Sharon comments, "if you only knew what this ministry has done for me! I know I have a new heart that loves God because he loves me".
• Timothy calls to say how much the ministries have meant in his personal ministry and pastorship.
• Demetrius asks, what does it mean that believers should take up their cross daily?
• Doug calls to say thank you.

Categories: Testimonies/Thanks Theology Christian Living

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

"There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Romans 8:1 There is no condemnation for you because you are in Christ. That is life changing news. Why is this so important? Because you have an accuser, an enemy, that stands against you. But you can rest in the reality that is found in Jesus Christ alone.

• Darlene writes: "just wanted to say goodbye and thank you for so many years of great teaching."
• Whenever someone accepts Christ into their life, do they need to understand why Jesus died for their sins or understand that he died for their sins? Does it matter if they understand it?
• Robert is looking for a new church. What should he look for in a church?

Categories: Forgiveness/Repentance Testimonies/Thanks Salvation Christian Living

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

The death, the burial, the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the good news. It's the good news that happened 2,000 years ago. And when you hear the good news and make it your story "Christ in you" becomes your story. Peter talks about this in his first letter. "As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ." 1 Peter 2:5-6

• How could false teachers destroy believers - God's temple?
• Who is being referred to in Jude 4 concerning false teachers? "For certain people have crept in unnoticed who long ago were designated for this condemnation, ungodly people, who pervert the grace of our God into sensuality and deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ."
• Ted calls to say "thank you for being so faithful".

Categories: New Covenant Bible Testimonies/Thanks

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

Bob and Andrew talk about the UNITED conference and how powerful the messages were... providing many "aha" moments for conferees. We're pleased to offer those messages as MP3 downloads for your gift to Basic Gospel.

• A long time listener calls to say thanks for Basic Gospel.
• How do we stop being disobedient?
• How do I shake loose of old sinful ways and habits?
• Can you explain Hebrews 6:1-11?

Categories: Testimonies/Thanks Christian Living Bible

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Christianity hinges upon a single event two thousand years ago. The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And it's the resurrection that causes many pause. Paul addresses Jesus' resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15:14,17 "and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain, your faith also is in vain. ... and if Christ has not been raised, your faith is worthless; you are still in your sins."

• Sharon calls to say how great the UNITED conference was and how much the celebration of The Lord's Supper meant to her.
• Is Satan the prince of this world?
• https://basicgospel.net/youtube
• How can I get closer to God?

Categories: Resurrection Testimonies/Thanks Bible

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

What is the first Bible verse that you memorized? Bob Davis answers with John 3:16. The life that God has called us to is a life of trust. To trust in the Lord. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6

• The day after I was saved religion started me on a self improvement life. Now it is Grace and nothing else. Basic Gospel spoke the truth and I like it mush better.
• In light of the fact that all my sins are forgiven, what do I do when I sin?
• What does it mean to work out your salvation with fear and trembling?
• Is there eternal punishment for non-believers?

Categories: Faith Testimonies/Thanks Sin Salvation Hell

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Thanks to all who attended the conference. It was a very special event. We got to meet many people who watch us online. I got to share Galatians 2:20 which is really a summary of all we teach. "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me."

• Kay has been told that she and her husband aren't welcome at her daughter's home because of vaccine difference. What can she do?
• Tracy shares his experience at the conference and coming to learn how to rest in Christ.
• What's your take on praying in tongues privately?

Categories: Faith Christian Living Testimonies/Thanks Prayer Bible

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Let's talk about our identity in Christ. "For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, 'Abba! Father!' The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him." Romans 8:15-17

• UNITED October 15-17, 2021 https://basicgospel.net/united/
• What is the meaning of the Scripture saying that Jesus sticks closer than a brother? Proverbs 18:24
• https://basicgospel.net/video/tithing
• I was just listening to a pastor pray for the Holy Spirit to be poured down on him and congregation, didn't sound right.
• Can you point me to resources I can use in my walk to become a true disciple and accurately share the good news?

Categories: Identity/Self Image Testimonies/Thanks Holy Spirit Christian Living

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

So many ask, "How can I be close to God?" And often that has to do with feeling. They want to feel close to God. But closeness to God has to do with location, not a feeling. Our feelings change, but the truth of Christ in you will never change. We are one with Him in spirit. "Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure." Philippians 2:12-13

• Can you explain the "With fear and trembling" part?
• A caller asks about Hebrews 8:13. Why do so many continue to live under the Old Covenant when "... what is becoming obsolete and growing old is ready to vanish away."?
• Ryan calls to say "thank you" to Basic Gospel Nation for prayers and support during his struggle with brain cancer.
• How did reconciliation occur before Jesus?

Categories: Identity/Self Image Christian Living New Covenant Testimonies/Thanks Salvation

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

How does the Gospel impact you on a day-to-day basis? Everyone wants to be close to God. Nearly every religion focusses on how to draw near to God. We can only draw near to God through the reality of the Gospel. Paul writes: "But he who is joined to the Lord becomes one spirit with him." 1 Corinthians 6:17

• Perry lost his friend a couple days ago and says through the ministry he was able to enter God's rest.
• Sheila shares her heart concerning her return to in person church.
• UNITED Conference - October 15-17, 2021 https://basicgospel.net/united/
• When you're so sickly, what's the purpose of God in your life?
• What advice or words of comfort would you give to a former caregiver who made health decisions for a loved one that ended horribly?

Categories: Faith Testimonies/Thanks Christian Living

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Paul started every letter the same way. Grace and peace to you... Paul had learned that the peace of God - the common greeting Shalom - was only available when you experienced the grace of God. The grace of God ushers the peace of God into your lives.

• Jeremiah 7:23 "children of Israel". Were the people of Israel considered God's children before Jesus, or were the scriptures pointing forward to the future?
• Do we receive the promises of the New Covenant by faith?
• Thanks for Simple Gospel, Simply Grace.
• Sharon says, "I finally got it. I'm experiencing the love of God like never before."
• "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Hebrews 4:12
• UNITED: https://basicgospel.net/united/

Categories: Righteousness/Justification Bible New Covenant Testimonies/Thanks

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

"Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ ..." Philippians 3:8-10 No matter what we go through here on earth, we can see it as an opportunity to get to know Christ better.

• Is God equal in all His attributes?
• Barry calls to say how much he enjoys Basic Gospel.
• What was Jesus' glory?

Categories: Christian Living Theology Testimonies/Thanks Jesus Christ

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

"You therefore, beloved, knowing this beforehand, take care that you are not carried away with the error of lawless people and lose your own stability. 18 But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen." 2 Peter 3:17-18 Our stability in life comes from our knowledge in Christ and his promises to us.

• United: https://basicgospel.net/united/
• Bob, Hebrews 9:14 was the verse that help open my eyes to the new covenant, can you please comment your heart felt thoughts on this verse.
• How do you stay motivated to do what you do each day? Do you get discouraged that more people are not receptive to the Gospel?

Categories: Christian Living New Covenant Testimonies/Thanks

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

"For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." Philippians 2:21 Paul came to this understanding after coming to know the reality of Christ in him. He great into this knowledge. And each of us can grow in the knowledge of Jesus Christ and life in us. What really matters in Christ himself.

• Kelvin asks about reading books on dream interpretation. Are they part of divination?
• If Jesus chooses us before we choose Him, exactly how does that work? And what good does it do to try to bring others to Christ if He has already chosen that person? I am confused!
• ​Would you please explain the "deeds" Paul is talking about in Titus 1:16? I know disbelief is what condemns us, but he doesn't seem to be referring to that. Thank you!
• Randy shares his testimony of coming out of the new age movement into salvation in Christ.
• 1 John 3:9 "No one who is born of God practices sin, because His seed abides in him; and he cannot sin, because he is born of God." What does it mean to practice sin?

Categories: Hope Christian Living Testimonies/Thanks Sin

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

It's February and we have a brand new CD series called "Advance". And it's yours with a gift to Basic Gospel this month. This series will give you the tools you need to advance in the Gospel...to grow in grace and your knowledge of Jesus Christ. You will be encouraged as well to know that God is working through you and your circumstances to advance the Gospel in the world today.

• Jesse calls to share that he's struggling with his faith and often doubts his salvation entirely.
• Luke 16:18 concerning divorce and remarriage... can you explain that?
• Tommy shares his testimony of coming to faith in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
• He asks about our stance on Paul's Gospel.

Categories: Faith Divorce Testimonies/Thanks

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

In spite of all we've gone through we can still count our blessings in Jesus Christ. Psalm 103 "Bless the Lord O my soul..." We have so much to be thankful for. "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places... [you] were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit..." Ephesians 1:3-14

• Brad calls to say "thank you" and Happy New Year.
• Was Jesus in Hell for the three days between his crucifixion and resurrection?
• Lynne asks about forgiveness. Is our forgiveness from God dependent upon forgiving others?

Categories: Jesus Christ Testimonies/Thanks Forgiveness/Repentance

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Hope is the greatest motivator in the human experience. That hope comes from our understand of God. What he's like... how he cares for and loves us. If God is the one who spoke all we know into existence than he knows all about us and knows what we need. "Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable...." Isaiah 40:28-31

• If we're all related through Adam and Even how can we experience romantic love?
• How is it that I do all the things I'm supposed to do - pray, read the Bible, and go to church - but it doesn't feel like God is there?
• How important is it to go to church?
• Jennifer found a copy of Simple Gospel, Simply Grace in a lost and found box. She calls to say it changed her life.

Categories: Hope Bible Faith Christian Living Testimonies/Thanks

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

When we look out there into the world we see those items Paul wrote that love is not, don't we. So what has to happen to flip the switch? What takes someone from the way of the world to the way of the love?

• Steve asks about John 3:5 "Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God."
• Brad calls to say "thank you" for teaching me about the love of God.
• Can a person who once believed according to Romans 10:9-10, then truly denounce their salvation?

Categories: Love Salvation Testimonies/Thanks

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Andrew Farley

Righteousness is not ours to earn. It is God's to give. The righteousness of God is a gift received by faith in Jesus Christ. When Paul says that we are slaves of righteousness, that impacts our daily life in a mighty way. Understanding this will change what you choose, how you think, how you treat other people. Righteousness is a total heart transformation and it is given to us freely by grace. Philippians 3:8-9

• Please explain Mark 9:49? "For everyone will be salted with fire."
• Aaron shares how God has made a difference in his life. "No longer a half to, but a want to."
• When God told Adam that he would die if he ate from the forbidden tree, was God referring to a physical death or spiritual death or both?
• 5 years of Simple Gospel, Simply Grace - https://simplegospelsimplygrace.com

Categories: Righteousness/Justification Bible Testimonies

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis

Many are looking to the new year and what it has in store for them. "I have written to you briefly, encouraging you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it." 1 Peter 5:12 In 2020 we're called to stand firm in the grace of God. That's the very thing that saved us, that sustains us, and that will allow us to live out who we are in Christ.

• Help us meet our end of year financial target. Join the mission of Basic Gospel by making your best gift at https://basicgospel.net/give
• Will all we do be written down in a book? Will we have to give an account for it?
• Can you abuse Jesus' grace? Can you lose your salvation?
• Timothy calls to say "Happy new year and thank you for your ministry."

Categories: Grace Righteousness/Justification Salvation Testimonies/Thanks Forgiveness/Repentance Bible