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Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer, Andrew Farley

It takes courage to live the Christian life. We are strangers and aliens in this world. We don't fit in. We see several examples throughout of courage throughout the Scripture. "We walk by faith, not by sight.

• Ryan has been challenged concerning his faith and healing. His salvation has been questioned.
• Gord from Edmonton Alberta asks about eternal security.
• Nicole wants to know how to minister to her husband. The Holy Spirit has been "tapping me one the shoulder".

Categories: Salvation Faith Marriage

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

How do we deal with everything in the news today? How do we respond in faith? We stand upon the finished work of Jesus Christ. in 1 Corinthians 3 Paul addresses the "patterns of the world". If we're going to be spiritual we have to let the Gospel unite us. Only the message of the Gospel can bring us together as one.

• Scott asks, "If money is the root of all evil, why does the church ask for it?"
• How do you cope with things you disagree with?
• Ron asks if we'll be held accountable for the number of people we lead to Jesus.

Categories: New Covenant Money/Giving Christian Living

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Over the weekend we witnessed the hatred in people's hearts. The hatred spelled out in racism. Racism is not new. It's been "alive and well" in the Paul's days on earth. And into that the Gospel is presented. In Ephesians 2:12, 16 "... remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, excluded from citizenship in Israel and foreigners to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world. But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ. ..."

• Why do people complicate the Gospel message?
• Tim writes: "As a pastor, Basic Gospel has been a catalyst for me as I address my flock each Sunday and Wednesday."
• Ryan wants to know where the term "hypergrace" comes from.
• How do you know the different between feelings and the truth?

Categories: Love New Covenant Testimonies/Thanks Grace Emotions/Depression

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Romans 8:1, 2 "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death." The problem with man is the heart. The heart that has chosen independence from God. Only the Gospel can reach the hearts of man.

• Chris asks about 2 Samuel 12 concerning God's forgiveness and consequences of sin.
• Christina asks about those churches preaching a fell-good gospel.
• What is the purpose of Jesus interceding for us in Heaven?

Categories: Grace Bible Apologetics Jesus Christ

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Romans 9:13 has caused anger from every side. God chose Jacob to be the child of promise. Esau rebelled against the plan of God and the people of God. "I hated" means a rejection of Esau's rebellion. Romans 9:17 refers to the hardening of Pharoah's heart. Did God cause that to happen? Does He do that to us? Romans 11:20 seems to suggest that we can lose our salvation. Can we be broken off because of unbelief? This passage talks about people groups, not individuals. The gospel message went first to the Jew, who rejected Jesus. The Gentiles were grafted into the message because of grace. Neither group should be boastful but be humble.

Categories: Hard Passages

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer, Andrew Farley

1 John 2:15 " Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him." How do we stand firm in the love of God? The love of the Father overcomes the love of the world. He is a good father who gives good gifts. As we respond to the love of the Father we will stand firm in the grace and love of God.

• Christopher wants to know what part of the message are some believer's missing.
• How do I minister to someone who is immersed in Grace and yet deceived by the misunderstanding of living abundantly?
• Jeremy shares his frustration with his life and wants to know how to get things right and how to overcome.

Categories: Love Jesus Christ Christian Living Forgiveness/Repentance

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

Bob Christopher celebrates 35 years of ministry today and shares how the message changed his life and his early years in ministry. And in that 35 years the message has never changed. The Gospel never grows old. It never gets tiresome.

• Ryan asks about profiting from his journals.
• Does my tithe have to go to a church or can I give it to a ministry or charity instead?

Categories: Hope Christian Living Money/Giving

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

How do we live as believers in this crazy world?

• What does it mean to be sober minded?
• Does God draw some people to Himself or is it all people?
• Why did Jesus say He is the bread of life?
• Know that Jesus is sufficient for you
• What is expected of me in dealing with a divorce situation?
• What does God say about capital punishment?

Categories: Christian Living Testimonies/Thanks God's Will Divorce Bible

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

"... but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you ..." 1 Peter 3:15 As we read the Bible and examine the evidence we make a defense of the Gospel. We do this as we take a stand for what we believe. We live holy lives as we love others. And when we do, the world will take notice.

• Suzanna is faced with making decisions about what the future might hold.
• Tom questions to whom 1 John 1:9 was written to.

Categories: Emotions/Depression Forgiveness/Repentance

Bob Christopher, Bob Davis, Richard Peifer

We address 3 passages from 1 Peter. 1 Peter 3:3, 4 addresses women on the issue of adornment. It often is turned into a list of rules and regulations on the behavior of women. The message of this passage is respectful and pure conduct of a believing wife married to an unbelieving husband. 1 Peter 3:7 encourages husbands in how to treat their wives. It is not about a command. It is about an internal desire to love your wife. Be considerate; i.e., wisdom and understanding. Get to know your wife from the inside out. Treat her with respect; to honor and esteem your wife. Why? Because husbands and wives are fellow heirs with Christ equally. 1 Peter 3:18-22 is actually a passage of comfort. We can be certain and confident in our life even in times of suffering. This passage may be one of the most confusing in the entire Word of God. Listen as Bob brings insight into it's meaning.

Categories: Hard Passages Marriage Love