Episode 492 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.
Key questions answered in today’s show:
1. What did Jesus mean in Matt 6:23 when he said, “Be sure that the light that is in you be not darkness?” How could it be both?
2. Does Baptism confer faith or grace upon an individual? Or is Baptism a confirmation of personal faith in Christ?
3. I’ve been reading and listening to the book of Romans, and in chapter 14, the heading in the ESV Bible says, “Do not pass judgment on one another.” Though it is talking mainly of food, could this mean more than food? I have passed judgment on others, which is such a struggle for me, because I am reminded of what Christ did on the Cross and that there is no condemnation for those that are in Him. But yet, as I judge, am I not condemning? Could you please help me understand?
4. My friends and I got into a debate the other day about worship. Some of them were saying we shouldn’t do anything that isn’t commanded in Scripture. But none of our churches sacrifice bulls and goats like they did in the Temple, and I don’t see a worship service outlined anywhere in the New Testament. They attend more traditional churches that seem outdated to me. With so many people leaving the church, shouldn’t we do what works best for our culture?
Resources
Introducing Covenant Theology by Michael Horton
A Better Way: Rediscovering the Drama of God-Centered Worship by Michael Horton
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Are We Able To Cast Out Demons?
Episode 1267 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it sinful to baptize using the wrong wording? 2. Is it ever ok for Christians to live together before marriage? 3. Is the practice of being “slain in the Spirit” scriptural? 4. Can Christians cast out demons today? 5. I love Jesus but keep choosing my earthly desires, will I go to hell? Today’s Offer Devotional – Fearfully Made 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 Core Question – How Do I Live the Christian Life? Core Guide – 7 Things You Need to Know About Marriage and Sex Core Guide – 7 Things Everyone Needs to Know about Repentance Core Guide – 9 FAQs About Angels and Demons
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Has Sin Corrupted Our Souls?
Episode 282 | Dr. Michael Horton and Adriel Sanchez answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Key questions answered in today’s show: 1. Considering first that human beings are made in the image of God and that the world is corrupted by sin does that corruption effect all of us, even our soul or spirit or is sin only about the physical world? 2. How do we love people who want nothing to do with us? 3. I’m calling about forgiveness. I grew up in an abuse home. And my mom who has never apologized, she contacted me and told me that I needed to forgive. I am recently baptized. And I have looked at the passages and came to the view that forgiveness doesn’t mean that I need to have a relationship with her. But I have let it go and given it up to God. I would like to hear your thoughts on how I have handled this. Thank you. 4. I want to have a deeper relationship with God and experience the filling of the Spirit. How can I receive the Spirit?
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Should Only Pastors Officiate Weddings?
Episode 1121 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is Jesus saying that believers will be left behind in Luke 17:34? 2. What does it mean in Matthew 18 that the apostles have the authority to “bind and loose” things on earth and in heaven? Can all Christians do this? 3. Should only pastors officiate weddings? I am a youth leader and one of my former students is getting married and asked if I would marry them but I’m not sure what to do. 4. I’m a new Christian. What can I do to keep the faith? 5. Does the proof of my faith rest on my ability to stop sinning? Today’s Offer Gospel of Luke Bible Study 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 Core Question – What’s the Difference Between Justification and Sanctification?
