Is salvation a once and for all time deal? Is it a case of once saved, always saved? What does the Bible say? Some verses say yes, while others say no. How do we reconcile these apparent inconsistencies? Well, it’s quite easy when you realize that … [Read more]
Living Your Best Life
Living Your Best Life Living in the Fullness of God’s Promises God never desired merely to help His children survive, but to bring them into the fullness of life prepared through Jesus Christ. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus … [Read more]
1075. You’re Secure in Christ Because of God’s Promise, Not Your Performance
In spite of whatever ups and downs you've had on this planet ... whatever inconsistencies and broken promises you've lived or experienced from others ... no matter what the struggles ... we have a guarantee. It's Jesus. While the religions of the … [Read more]
All Means All (Except When it Doesn’t)
When talking to people about universal salvation and inclusionism, I have noticed that a lot of energy is wasted because people can’t agree on the meaning of words. Consider the word “all.” It’s a little word that can lead to big arguments, because … [Read more]
Taking a Risk With God
TAKING A RISK WITH GOD Moving Forward Into the Life God Has Prepared “Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.” — Philippians 1:6 From Arthur’s … [Read more]
1074. Legalistic Lingo: “Backsliding”
"Backsliding." If you've been enjoying the message related to the gospel of grace for a while, you may not have heard the word for a long time. On the other hand, it is probably a regular part of one's vocabulary if surrounded by a legalistic … [Read more]
What the Bible Says About Your Children (And How Religion Gets It Wrong)
One of the worst things we can do for our children is repeat the lies that religion has taught us. Manmade religion says that our children are born bad to the bone and repulsive to a God who supposedly loves them. Religion tells our kids that … [Read more]
1073. The Remedy to Permanently Treat Religious Legalism
There are no chapters in the Bible specifically dedicated to the word legalism ... but the concept can be found throughout the pages. In a nutshell, it's the human effort to acquire God's acceptance and approval while being rewarded with eternal life … [Read more]
1072. Now What? When There Is Nothing Left to Forgive
Most church customers who believe in Jesus have been taught they are just sinners (saved by grace) with unclean hearts ... and need to keep seeking a renewed forgiveness from God whenever they fail or fall short. This often becomes a heavily embedded … [Read more]
What are the Commands of Jesus? (John 13:34)
Jesus said, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments” (John 14:15), but what are his commandments? Someone confused about grace might think his commandments are the Ten Commandments. However, the Ten Commandments are part of the Law of … [Read more]
1071. Forgiveness From God: Contrasting the Old Covenant to the New
One of the biggest struggles for those who have been chained to various types of legalism is the worry that God hasn't forgiven them. Perhaps such a concern is because of something they did or they may have frequently done. It usually results in … [Read more]
What Name Should we call Jesus? Yeshua, Yahusha or Something Else?
Like fashion, religious superstition changes with the seasons. One year, it’s all about blood moons and astronomical phenomena. “Jesus is nearly here!” Then it’s about Israel and Russia. “Armageddon is upon us!” Well, this season, superstition has … [Read more]