Episode 618 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.
1. I know that it has been said on the program before that Christianity isn’t about us living our best life, but does that mean that it does not help us live a better life at all? I know you are trying to avoid teachings like the prosperity gospel, but the book of Proverbs, for instance, seems to tell us how to live better lives in certain ways. Would you still say that Christianity is only about our place in heaven?
2. How do I know the warning passages in Hebrews 6 and 10 are not talking about me? I have been in a bad spiritual place for about a month now and don’t know what to do. How do I know that these are not talking about me?
3. Jude seems like a very strange epistle in the New Testament. What is its significance in the canon, and why do you think it touches on topics of angels and things that Paul and others don’t normally focus on?
4. During the protests against the election results, there were many flags being waved by the protestors with Jesus’s name on them, at one point even a cross was raised outside the capitol building, all while people were pushing themselves through police barricades and breaking into the building. Why do you think the name of Jesus is being invoked in these acts?
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Ordinary: Sustainable Faith in a Radical, Restless World by Michael Horton
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Was the Doctrine of Hell Added to the Bible?
Episode 557 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. In 1 Samuel 21, David pretends to be insane in front of the king of Gath so he wouldn’t be recognized. Was this sinful since he was concealing the truth and trying to deceive the king with his actions? I’ve always thought he was just using his wit to get out of a bad situation, especially since he later claims in Psalms 34 and 56 that he was trusting God to rescue him in that moment. Is it possible for certain kinds of deception to not be rooted in sin but instead simply be shrewd and timely wisdom? 2. Is the bible only true in the original languages, and are subsequent translations tainted with error? 3. My cousin is 16 and her parents are going through a divorce. I believe now would be a good to time to reach out and start sharing with her about Jesus and the gospel, but I don’t know how to start. Any advice? 4. I have family members who are telling me that the doctrine of hell has been added to the bible, and that the original meaning of hell was about refinement and that all religions and spiritualities are mere attempts at trying to get to God. Any idea how to respond to this? Resources The Christian Faith: A Systematic Theology for Pilgrims on the Way by Michael Horton Honest Evangelism by Rico Tice 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.
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I Believe the Gospel, So Why Do I Still Struggle with Codependency?
Episode 1004 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com
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Is It a Sin to Skip Your Morning Devotions?
Episode 1248 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Why are the trees of knowledge of good and veil and the tree of life mentioned? 2. Is it a sin to skip morning devotions? 3. Is Jesus contradicting God’s law in Matthew 5? 4. Can I attend my niece’s wedding if she’s marrying another woman? 5. Can a person be saved without having read the Bible? Today’s Offer Inner Core 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?
