God's love and mercy are poured out on sinful humans, raising them from spiritual death and seating them in heavenly places. This salvation is not just to escape hell, but to shower God's grace and blessings on believers, manifesting His power through good works. Faith is the gift of God that allows believers to trust in His power and live a life of obedience to Him. [... more]

Pastor Greg Laurie reassures listeners about the free gift of eternal life God makes available through the sacrifice of Christ, and how faith can be shaken but doesn't have to sink. He explores the importance of knowing one has eternal life and how to have a relationship with God. [... more]

Jesus uses the metaphor of a shepherd and sheepfold to describe his role as the good shepherd, who brings sight to the blind and freedom to those who are captives, but is rejected by those who refuse to listen and follow him. [... more]

Regeneration is the work of the Holy Spirit that changes the inclination of the soul, kindling the love of God and giving us the earnest or guarantee of full and final payment of our salvation. This is the basis of our assurance, and it's confirmed by the internal testimony of the Holy Spirit through the word of God. [... more]

Jesus loves us at our worst and frees us from our sins by his blood, making us a kingdom and priests to serve his God and Father. We are sinners by nature and nurture, but through salvation, we become righteous and part of a royal priesthood, with standing with God and a unique role to attract people to the love of God. [... more]

Real Christians are called to stand up for righteousness, purity, and truth, even in the face of persecution and ridicule. They must be willing to let go of the world and its sinful ways, and instead, follow Jesus Christ and live a life of obedience to God's word. [... more]

Matt Slick discusses various Bible doctrines, including predestination, election, and salvation, explaining how God chooses people for salvation and how this relates to the concept of fairness. He also addresses the idea of God making people for the purpose of destruction and how this is supported by Scripture. Additionally, he talks about the importance of studying theology deeply and not just superficially. [... more]

John MacArthur explains the concept of spiritual death and total depravity, highlighting the inability of humans to reach God's standard without divine intervention. He emphasizes the need for salvation and the power of God's resurrection and exaltation in transforming believers. [... more]

Jesus teaches that he is the fulfillment of Abraham's hopes and visions, and that he is the eternal Christ who shares the everlasting life of the Father and the Spirit. He claims to be the same yesterday, today, and forever, and that he is the changeless Lord who towers over history. [... more]

God arranges conditions to get us to obey him, often through desperate circumstances. Jonah's story in the belly of a fish is a prime example, where he learned to let go of self-reliance and trust in God's sovereignty. Only desperate people pray, and it's through this desperation that we come to understand our true condition before God. [... more]

Understanding the proper biblical doctrine of election and salvation is crucial for gaining true assurance of one's salvation. Dr. R.C. Sproll examines the relationship between election and assurance, highlighting the importance of theology and the role of the Holy Spirit in regeneration and salvation. [... more]

The Bible speaks of a coming season of cataclysmic events, including global warming and cooling, as the world heads towards a great day of God's wrath. The enemy of Christ seeks to subjugate humanity to the environment, but God's plan is to sustain life on earth until he comes to judge it. The final acts of judgment will include a great earthquake, massive hailstones, and the return of Christ to rule in his millennial kingdom. [... more]

We must be born again to see the kingdom of God, and only God can overcome unbelief. The problem is not a lack of information, but a lack of transformation. We are spiritually blind and need to be regenerated to understand and believe the simple message about Jesus Christ. [... more]

The Reformation's third pillar, Sola Gratia, emphasizes that salvation is by grace alone, not through human cooperation or works. This concept is rooted in the Bible's teaching that God's grace is a person, Jesus Christ, who redeems us from our sins. The Reformers rejected the medieval view of salvation as a combination of God's grace and human effort, instead affirming that God's demerited favor is the sole cause of our salvation. This understanding of grace is seen in the lives of biblical figures such as Abraham and Adam, who received God's unilateral covenant promise despite their sinfulness. Ultimately, the purpose of God's grace is to bring glory to Himself, as He saves sinners through Jesus Christ and attributes all glory to Him alone. [... more]

The Bible emphasizes the importance of living a life of purity and humility for those who claim to be Christians. Jesus taught that true greatness comes from serving others and that those who are pure in heart will see God. The speaker challenges listeners to examine their own lives and actions, encouraging them to depart from iniquity and live righteously. They emphasize the need for Christians to be a light in a dark world and to prepare for the increasing persecution that is coming. [... more]

Matt Slick discusses various Bible doctrines, including the nature of God, salvation, and the return of Christ. He also examines the teachings of Mormonism and the concept of apostasy, highlighting the importance of following scripture and the dangers of false gospels. [... more]

The book of Revelation reveals a scene in heaven where God's redeemed people and all of creation are consumed in worship, giving glory to God's greatness and perfection. This scene shows that worship is where it's all headed and that it's what we're created for, as God's ultimate purpose is to give us a glimpse of his glory. The story of Jesus Christ's salvation is the key to understanding this scene, as he came to earth not as a lion, but as a lamb, to take the judgment of God in our place and give us the life we've always wanted. [... more]

The story of the two thieves on the cross serves as a reminder that it's never too late to accept Christ, but also warns against presuming salvation, as long continued rebellion against God can make sincere repentance impossible. [... more]

Jesus' claims about his identity and his relationship with God are met with skepticism and accusations from the Jews, who struggle to understand his declaration of being the light of the world and the truth. Jesus responds calmly and boldly, explaining that he is not seeking his own glory, but rather the glory of his Father, who honors him. The Jews continue to question Jesus' identity, but he remains steadfast in his claims, emphasizing the importance of faith and the consequences of unbelief. [... more]

The doctrine of election anchors our assurance of salvation in God's sovereign grace, but false assurance can arise from universalism, works righteousness, sacerdotalism, and other counterfeit methods. Understanding the proper biblical doctrine of election and salvation is essential for gaining true assurance. [... more]