A Christian apologist discusses various topics, including the Mormon gospel, justification, election, and the Trinity, emphasizing the importance of faith in Jesus Christ for salvation and contrasting it with false religions and cults. [... more]

Matt Slick discusses various topics including sinless perfectionism, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and the importance of justification by faith alone in Christianity. He also addresses the issue of Halloween and whether churches should celebrate it, and the role of pastors in teaching biblical morality. [... more]

John MacArthur answers Bible questions from his congregation, discussing topics such as justification, sanctification, and the nature of God, drawing from Scripture to provide insight and understanding. [... more]

When born again, one has a new principle that can supersede the law of sin and death, allowing for a new potential and a new choice. This new life in the Spirit is guided by the Holy Spirit, who gives believers a new persuasion and enables them to walk according to the Spirit, living a holy life and fulfilling the requirement of the law. [... more]

At the Last Supper, Jesus said one of the most outrageous things he ever said, claiming that his blood would provide the way for people to have their sins pardoned. This is rooted in the Passover, where God's justice demands a penalty for sin, but God's mercy offers a way of deliverance through a blood covering. Jesus is the ultimate Passover Lamb, and his blood cleanses us from all sin, providing justification and salvation. [... more]

The discussion revolves around the concepts of predestination, salvation, and justification, with a focus on the differences between Eastern Orthodoxy and biblical theology. The importance of faith alone and Christ alone in salvation is emphasized, and the need for Christians to study and understand God's Word is highlighted. [... more]

God's holiness raises a couple questions, and one is how can sinful people have a relationship with God. The answer is Jesus made it possible through his death on the cross. When we trust in Christ, we are legally declared righteous, and the penalty for sin is forgiven. However, we still struggle with sin, and the process of becoming holy is a journey. It starts with a commitment to holiness and involves surrendering to God, being in His Word, and living in community. God causes us to be transformed progressively, but it requires effort and a willingness to change. The ultimate goal is to be holy, glorified, and transformed once and for all when we meet Christ. [... more]

The concept of God's holiness is explored through biblical passages, revealing His majesty, moral purity, and otherness. This understanding is contrasted with humanity's tendency to reduce God to a more relatable figure, and the importance of living a holy life is emphasized as a means of reflecting God's character and bringing health to individuals and relationships. [... more]

Abraham's story reveals a powerful truth about the importance of faith in receiving God's promise, leading to justification and salvation through grace, and demonstrating the unshakable relationship between God and his people. [... more]

The Apostle Paul reveals the destructive power of words, exposing the hidden depravity and corruption within the human heart. He describes the tongue as a source of great deception, capable of luring others into believing something that is not true. The lips speak untold damage, and the mouth is a key window into the physical condition of the body, revealing the decay and wickedness within. The Bible teaches that one of the greatest distinctives of the believer is how they flex the muscle of their tongue, and that the tongue is powerful and hard to control. [... more]

The moral law of God is unchanging and has full application for today, revealing sin and convicting believers to seek holiness and a new nature in Christ. [... more]

Chuck Swindahl shatters religious misconceptions with a shocking biblical truth: righteousness isn't about working harder or becoming better, but about a simple five-letter word - faith. He explores the concept of justification through faith, using the example of Abraham, and explains how it applies to salvation and our relationship with God. [... more]

God intends marriage to be for a lifetime, until death separates us, and our death in Christ has terminated our bondage to the law, allowing us to bear fruit for God through the Spirit, rather than fruit for death through our sinful nature. [... more]

The concept of being a disciple of Jesus is explored, emphasizing the importance of understanding the gospel and living a life of surrender to God's will. The sermon discusses the idea that captivity feels like addiction, but Jesus' redemption through his blood can set people free. The speaker delves into the meaning of key biblical words such as grace, propitiation, justification, and faith, explaining how they relate to salvation and the Christian life. [... more]

Abraham's faith is cited in the Bible as an example of justification by faith, a concept that is also emphasized in the New Testament. The Old Testament passage Habakkuk 2:4 is quoted three times in the New Testament, with different emphases each time. The doctrine of salvation by faith in God's work applies to every area of life, including past sin, present holy life and work, and future eternal life. [... more]

The Bible teaches that believers are dead to sin and made alive to God in Christ Jesus, and that this new identity should be reckoned and considered in order to experience freedom from sin's control. The Apostle Paul instructs believers to not let sin reign in their bodies, but to present themselves to God as those alive from the dead, and to yield to God's will in order to experience a progressive sense of freedom from the power of sin. [... more]

Romans chapter 6 urges believers not to let sin control their bodies or dictate their actions, but to resist sin's power and live under God's rule. The chapter explores the concept of sanctification, the practice of righteousness, and the importance of understanding one's new identity in Christ. [... more]

God wants believers to realize they have the capacity to make good choices, and that their old fallen Adamic nature was defeated, disabled, and deprived of its power. Believers are called to see themselves as dead to sin but alive in Jesus Christ, and to consider themselves in this new light by faith, reckoning the truth that sin no longer has authority over them. [... more]

Paul teaches that as Christians, we have died to sin and should no longer live in it, but rather walk in the newness of life through our union with Christ. He emphasizes the importance of understanding our new identity in Christ and growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus. Paul also addresses the misconception that baptism is necessary for salvation and explains the literal and figurative meanings of the word 'baptism'. [... more]

Dr. Robert Jeffress unravels the apparent contradiction between James and Paul on how a person can be made right with God, showing how faith and works exist in perfect harmony. He explains that dead faith is fruitless, powerless, and orthodox, but not saving faith. The goal of interpreting Scripture is to understand what the writer had in mind, and James is not talking about living faith but dead faith. [... more]

When we're saved, we come under new management, with a new king, and a new identity. We're no longer slaves to sin, but we still struggle with it. The Bible teaches that sanctification is a process, not something that happens instantaneously. We need to understand our new identity in Christ and live accordingly, denying ungodliness and worldly desires, and living holy lives. [... more]

The concept of sanctification is explored in the context of God's righteousness and the relationship between faith and sin. The Bible teaches that justification is a gift from God, and that it is not earned through good works. The doctrine of replacement theology is discussed, and its potential to spread anti-Semitism is highlighted. The importance of understanding God's promises to Israel and the need to interpret prophecy literally are emphasized. [... more]

Paul's letter to the Romans is Christianity's constitutional document, providing a solid foundation for believers, explaining the justification of the guilty sinner through God's grace alone in Christ alone through faith alone, and outlining the Christian life, including how to live above the drag of sin and understand the truth of God's love and redemption. [... more]

Understanding the liberating power of holiness and the difference between conviction and condemnation is crucial for spiritual growth and living a life pleasing to God. By focusing on the beauty of holiness and the assurance of salvation, believers can overcome feelings of guilt and shame, and walk in the freedom and love of God. [... more]

Christians struggle with assurance of their salvation due to misunderstanding the doctrine of justification, and this can be resolved by understanding that their status before God depends on Jesus Christ, not their own behavior or feelings. True assurance is based on Jesus Christ and is enjoyed by those who trust and rest on him, leading to a happy and healthy Christian life. [... more]

The Bible teaches that one act of disobedience by Adam brought ruin, while one act of obedience by Christ brought new life. Through the concept of imputation, God confers righteousness on believers, declaring them righteous and giving them a new standing in Jesus Christ. This understanding is crucial in understanding the nature of salvation and eternal life, as it highlights the contrast between Adam's sin and Christ's obedience, and the resulting consequences for humanity. [... more]

The Bible teaches that Adam and Eve were real historical people, and their actions had a profound impact on humanity. In Romans 5, Paul contrasts Adam's disobedience with Christ's obedience, showing how one act of righteousness can bring justification and life to all men. This concept is crucial for understanding God's righteousness and the nature of eternal life. [... more]

John MacArthur emphasizes the importance of doctrinal courage in standing for the true gospel against the encroachment of systems that demand works as a part of salvation. He explains that adding any works to faith renders Christ useless and leads to a life of slavery under the law, ultimately resulting in the shipwreck of grace and the loss of hope for righteousness. [... more]

The story of William Tyndale, a young linguist who defied the Pope and translated the Bible from Greek and Hebrew into English, sparking the English Reformation and bringing the message of justification by faith to the masses. [... more]

Aaron's ordination as high priest is a powerful example of God's ability to use imperfect individuals for His purposes. The priestly garments, including the ephod and breastplate, symbolize the connection between the priest and God. As the mediator between man and God, Aaron's role is a prefigure of Christ's ministry, emphasizing the importance of discernment and sanctification in following God's system. [... more]

God's plan for your life isn't limited by your past or your circumstances. He uses unexpected people and situations to accomplish his purposes, as seen in the story of Rahab and Israel's crossing of the Jordan. The Bible teaches that justification by faith takes you to heaven, but justification by works brings heaven to earth, allowing God's presence to be experienced in ways that can only be explained by him. [... more]

Matt Slick discusses various Christian apologetics topics, including the flaws in Eastern Orthodoxy, the importance of justification by faith, and the dangers of positive confession and open theism. He also addresses questions about secular music and its influence on Christians. [... more]

The church's central message should be the gospel, and its worship should be centered on Christ's work and the Trinity. A church's corporate worship should reflect a gospel-centered logic, with God's service coming first and the emphasis on His activity, not human activity. The doctrine of justification by grace alone, through faith alone, and Christ alone should be central in the church's confession and ongoing educational teaching. [... more]

According to Romans 5, believers have peace with God through faith in Christ, and this peace is not a process, but an act that happens in a moment's time. The Bible teaches that we must be born again, and that justification by faith is the only way to have peace with God. Through faith, we have access to God's presence, and we can rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. The writer of Hebrews explains that we have confidence to enter the holy place through the blood of Jesus, and that the flesh of Jesus provides access to the Father. [... more]

Discovering your identity in Christ is more than just being born again, it's a new creation with a new standing that brings acceptance, peace, and hope. Through faith, we are justified and reconciled to God, experiencing the fruit of the Spirit, including love, joy, and peace. [... more]

The concept of justification is a central theme in the Bible, particularly in the book of Romans, where it is contrasted with sanctification. The Roman Catholic Church teaches that justification is a process, while Protestants believe it is an act. The doctrine of justification by faith alone is a cornerstone of Protestant theology, and it is opposed by the Roman Catholic Church, which teaches that good works are necessary for justification. The concept of redemption is also closely tied to justification, as it refers to the payment made by Christ to redeem humanity from sin. Propitiation, the act of appeasing God's wrath, is another key concept in this passage, as it highlights God's holiness and his need to be satisfied in order to justify humanity. [... more]

God's righteousness is revealed from faith to faith, and all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, but salvation is given to all those who believe through faith in Jesus Christ, and God's glory is pictured in God the Son, who came to tabernacle among us and give us an unreal blessing of forgiveness and redemption. [... more]

The gospel is at the heart of the church, creating, maturing, and transforming it through the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Justification by grace alone, through faith alone, and in Christ alone is central to the gospel, and its clarity and purity can easily be lost in the church. The doctrine of justification is crucial, and its importance must be continually upheld in the church, as it is the main hinge on which all religion turns. [... more]

The Bible teaches that God demands perfect righteousness, but we are not perfectly righteous. The reformers gave a threefold answer to this dilemma: salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, and in Christ alone. This means that our works are not instrumental in salvation, but rather faith is a gift from the Holy Spirit. Christ's perfect obedience to God's law and his death on the cross have satisfied the penalty of God's law, making us righteous in God's sight. [... more]

The doctrine of justification is the article upon which the church stands or falls, as Martin Luther said. It means a formal declaration of one's new standing as just before God and before his law, not a change of heart or behavior, but a change of standing. This is not about earning salvation through good works, but about receiving it as a gift by faith alone, as seen in the lives of Abraham and David, who were justified by faith, not by works. The Bible teaches that there are only two types of people: those who are justified and those who are condemned, and that justification comes to those who do not work, but believe in him who justifies the ungodly. [... more]