Episode 218 | Dr. Michael Horton and Adriel Sanchez answer caller questions.
Key questions answered in today’s show:
1. How should we understand places where Jesus calls us to take up our cross? How does this relate to salvation being a free gift?
2. My father died and I don’t believe he repented of his sins and was “born again.” My father was a good man and believed in Jesus but I really don’t know if this was a belief in his heart or his head. Will he be subject to judgment?
3. How should we understand ongoing struggles with sin? No matter how hard I try I don’t achieve any noticeable victory?
4. In another episode you talked about doubts as not being sinful. This is completely different from what I heard growing up. Can you explain this more?
5. What does the Bible mean when it describes our life as hidden with Christ in God and raised up with Christ?
6. What does it mean that the wicked perish? I know it’s taught that the wicked burn in hell, but in John 3:16how can we translate that into ‘burn in hell forever,’ instead of being separated from God forever?
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The Curse of Canaan
Episode 613 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. In the Gospel of John it seems like some people “believed” but really didn’t, according to Jesus. How do we understand this, particularly in reference to ourselves or our friends who may “believe” but might not be saved? How can we discern whether someone is in that state, or is that something only Jesus can see? 2. It seems like in every job there is some form of complicity we share with unethical practices, whether it is selling products made in sweatshops or being in politics or the armed forces where, for better or for worse, you have other people’s lives or livelihoods in your hands. Are there some jobs that Christians should avoid entirely, or how should we practice wisdom when choosing our careers? 3. In Genesis 9, why does Noah curse Canaan after he awakens from his drunkenness and not Ham? What is the significance of Noah’s nakedness being uncovered and covered? 4. What do you think the state of the church is right now, is it good or bad? Are we compromising to the culture and world around us? Today’s Offer Gospel of John Bible Study (workbook) Request our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. Resources Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God’s Work by Timothy Keller Ordinary: Sustainable Faith in a Radical, Restless World by Michael Horton
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How Do You Define The Prosperity Gospel?
Episode 253 | Dr. Michael Horton and Adriel Sanchez answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Key questions answered in today’s show: 1. How do you define the prosperity Gospel?
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Should Christians Spank Their Kids?
Episode 366 | Dr. Michael Horton and Adriel Sanchez answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Key questions answered in today’s show: 1. Could you tell me how I can truly know if I have repented of my sins? 2. Thank you very much for being ambassadors for Christ and helping me understand the Bible more. My question is about corporal punishment. I am currently reading a book on leading your family in faith as father and a chapter came up about corporal punishment. I am not exactly sure where I stand and want to make sure my views line up with Scripture. I know proverbs 23:13-14 instructs us to us it as a form of discipline but I know society has a very negative view on it. Some Christians say that that passage is out of date with today’s practices and culture. Can I get some clarification on this? Thank you for the work you are doing! 3. Why was God so harsh on the Israelites when they built a golden calf? 4. Is my anxiety a sin issue?
