Episode 415 | Dr. Michael Horton and Adriel Sanchez answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Key questions answered in today’s show: 1. In the Bible it says we need to give an account for every thought, word, and deed? If there is no condemnation in Christ, why do we need to give an account for that? And what kind of account do we have to give? 2. At the institution of the Lord’s supper, Jesus said, “this is my body,” and “this is my blood,” in reference to the bread and wine. So, are we eating the actual body and blood of Christ when we partake of the Lord’s supper? 3. Why do you think studying theology is practical? 4. How can I have a close relationship with God? When I was part of a church that ministered to widows, I was amazed at how close some of them seemed to God. They just seemed to have a strong love and sense of his care for them. What do you think makes for a close relationship with God?  5. Does the Bible have anything to say about cremation? Resources Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God’s Story by Michael Horton Putting Amazing Back into Grace: Embracing The Heart Of The Gospel by Michael Horton Request our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Episode 548 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. What does Deuteronomy 29:29 mean when it says, “The secret things belong to the LORD our God”? 2. How do we harmonize John 19:14 when Jesus stood before Pilate at the sixth hour and the timing of Christ’s crucifixion commencing at the third hour in the synoptic gospels? 3. If someone is being excommunicated from a church, is it a problem if the other members of the church are not allowed to know why that person is being excommunicated?  4. Romans 14 admonishes us not to cause our weaker brother to stumble in matters of food. Yet, during Lent, should I eat fish when I eat with my Roman Catholic friends on Fridays or Ash Wednesday? Should I follow my conscience that tells me I can eat all of what the Lord provides no matter what time of year?    Resources The Way of the Dragon or the Way of the Lamb: Searching for Jesus’ Path of Power in a Church that Has Abandoned It by Jamin Goggin Offers 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.

Episode 115 | Dr. Michael Horton and Adriel Sanchez answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Key questions answered in today’s show: 1. What do you think is one of the big challenges facing the church? 2. I was a biker and have a pretty bad background. I know that when I became a Christian that I was forgiven but I still can’t help thinking about the past. How can I stop thinking about the past and letting it bother me? 3. I haven’t always been the best Christian. It’s been a while since I’ve been to church. How do I know if I’ve committed the unpardonable sin? 4. How do we communicate the real gospel to Mormons in a loving and understanding way? 5. The prodigal Son a Christian who lost his way or is this a story about a person who becomes a Christian? 6. What does Hebrews 11:3 mean when it says, “By faith, we understand that the universe was created by the word of God so that what is seen was not made out of things that are visible”?