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Does the Great Commission Imply a Need For Christian Nationalism?
Episode 1083 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it unfair for God to require sinful people to "be holy as I am holy"? 2. Is it possible to love my neighbor without liking them? 3. A lot of pastors and Christians who talk about the idea of Christian Nationalism say things like the Great Commission requires us to disciple nations, not just people, and therefore Christian Nationalism should be apart of the church's mission in spreading the gospel. What do you think? 4. Should we insist on not talking about politics in church? If these things affect our lives, why shouldn't we talk about politics? 5. Does 1 Corinthians 11 forbid women from cutting their hair? Today's Offer 6 Things You Should Know About Spiritual Gifts 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 Does the Church Relate to the Government?
Is Reaping What We Sow the Same as Karma?
Episode 1082 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I glorify God in my daily tasks? 2. Will demonic activity increase as we get closer to Christ's return? 3. Is Karma the same as "reaping what we sow"? 4. What is Adriel's favorite thing about working with Bill every day? 5. What does "he rose 'again' on the third day" in the Apostle's Creed mean? 6. Must a man be married with children to qualify to be an elder? Today's Offer 6 Things You Should Know About Spiritual Gifts 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 Are the Main Views of the End Times?
How Do I Know That I Am Following God's Will For My Life?
Episode 1081 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Will the church experience the great tribulation? 2. How do I know if it's God's will to get back together with my ex? 3. Should I cut-off my Christian daughter from my life if she is committing adultery? 4. Are our rewards in heaven based on good works? Today's Offer Indispensable by David Cassidy 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 Revelation Bible Study
Do My Good Works Prove That I Am Saved?
Episode 1080 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it ok for Christians to participate in theme park "Fright Nights" on Halloween? 2. Did God ever condone polygamy? 3. Do I need to do good works in order to prove that I am saved? 4. Why did Jesus appear in a different form in Mark 16? Today's Offer Indispensable by David Cassidy 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?
Would the Apostle Paul Say That Halloween and Pumpkin Carving Are Forms of Idolatry?
Episode 1079 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How should Christians respond to Buddhist spirituality? 2. My brother had a sexual encounter with his step-daughter. She is an adult, so maybe it was an affair but maybe it was assault. What should I do? 3. What verses can I use in evangelism when I have limited time to share the gospel? 4. Is pumpkin carving a form of idolatry? 5. Are Christians obligated to report someone who is breaking the law? Today's Offer 6 Things You Should Know About Spiritual Gifts 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 Can I Share My Faith?
Is It OK for Children to Take Communion?
Episode 1078 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What should prayer look like in a group setting? 2. Is it appropriate for children to take the Lord's Supper? 3. Where was Jesus between is crucifixion and resurrection? 4. Does Revelation 3:5 teach that our names can be blotted out from the book of life? 5. If we go to heaven when we die, how can the "dead be raised first"? 6. My church has a statue of Jesus that people often take pictures with. What do you think of this? Today's Offer 6 Things You Should Know About Spiritual Gifts 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.
UFOs, Fallen Angels, and the Nephilim: Are the Weird Things in the Bible Associated with Paranormal Things Today?
Episode 1077 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are there different meanings for the word "righteous"? 2. How should we understand the parable of Luke 15? Is it possible to understand the Bible's original context? 3. Is there a connection between the Nephilim, fallen angels, and UFOs? 4. Is it wrong for Christians to live materially comfortable lives? 5. Does talking about trauma from the pulpit compromise the preaching of the gospel? 6. What will it be like to see someone in heaven who has hurt me? Today's Offer 6 Things You Should Know About Spiritual Gifts 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 Guide – 5 Things You Should Know About the Bible's Final Book
Did the Roman Catholic Church Change the Day of the Sabbath?
Episode 1076 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How much focus should be put on evangelism in the life of a believer? 2. Should Christians consume wine and alcohol? 3. Did the Roman Catholic church change the day of worship from Saturday to Sunday? 4. Why did God use the snake as a symbol of salvation for the Israelites? 5. Should Christians try to enforce laws that make everyone abide by their morals? 6. Can a believer lose the Holy Spirit and their salvation? 7. What are the "gates of hell" that will not prevail against the church? Today's Offer 3 Biblical Ways to Fight Depression 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.
How Do I Know if My Love For God Has Grown Cold?
Episode 1075 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I address my friend who is cheating on his girlfriend? 2. Is sanctification gradual or are Christians perfectly holy? 3. How do I know if my love for God has grown cold? 4. How should I understand Psalm 82 and Deuteronomy 32 and the divine council? Today's Offer 3 Biblical Ways to Fight Depression 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 Guide – 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Depression
Does God Keep Unbelievers From Seeing the Truth of the Gospel?
Episode 1074 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does Jesus Contradict Himself in Luke 11:11-13 and Matthew 7:11? 2. How Can I Have Fellowship When Autism Makes it Difficult to Socialize? 3. Does God Prevent Unbelievers From Understanding the Truth of the Gospel? 4. If a Christian Commits Suicide Are They Still Saved? 5. How Do We Receive the Holy Spirit? Today's Offer Indispensable by David Cassidy 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 988 – Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Core Guide – 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Depression
How Can We Have Assurance If Only Those Who Endure to the End Will Be Saved?
Episode 1073 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it Biblical For My Pastor to Baptize Members in the Name of Jesus Only? 2. Does God Continue to Forgive Me if I Struggle With Sin? 3. How Can I Have Assurance If Only Those Who Endure to the End Are Saved? 4. Is it ok Use Pagan Symbols to Represent the Trinity? 5. Did God Put the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden to Tempt Adam & Eve? 6. How Does Our Free Will and God's Sovereignty Relate? Today's Offer Indispensable by David Cassidy 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 Can Christianity Be True if God Allows Evil and Suffering?
Do Demons Possess People Today Like They Did in the Gospel Accounts?
Episode 1072 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is the idea of regeneration by baptism biblical? 2. Is abortion a form of spiritual warfare? 3. Does our salvation depend upon our level of holiness? 4. Do demons still possess people today? 5. What actually happens in baptism? 6. Is full immersion required for a true baptism? Today's Offer Indispensable by David Cassidy 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 Booklet – Can the Devil Read My Mind?
If I Struggle with Sin, Will I Inherit the Kingdom of God?
Episode 1071 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Can our loved ones in heaven contact us? 2. Can analogies about the trinity be helpful? 3. Galatians 5:19-21 says we will not inherit the kingdom of heaven if we struggle with various sins. I do repent of these sins, but I fall short of these things daily. Can you share some insight to Galatians 5 19-21? 4. Does God still bring judgment through war like in the Old Testament? 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 - Why Do You Talk About the Difference Between Law and Gospel?
What Does Biblical Hospitality Look Like When Your Neighbors Are LGBTQ+?
Episode 1070 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How should we approach different views about women in church leadership roles? 2. What does hospitality look like when your neighbors are LGBTQ+? 3. Is the "Jesus Calling" devotional consistent with the Bible? 4. What can I do when I'm haunted by my past sins? 5. What does the Bible say about people who use "prophecy" to make money? Today's Offer Philippians 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 - Have I Committed the Unpardonable Sin?
Does God Withhold Blessing from Us If We Sin?
Episode 1069 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode Does a Christian need to be re-baptized if they were first baptized in the LDS church? What does it mean to have the elders in church "watch over our souls"? Does God withhold blessings from me if I'm living in sin? Why are there differing interpretations of Scripture if there's one Spirit? Today's Offer 3 Biblical Ways to Fight Depression 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 - Why Are There So Many Denominations?
Can God Still Work Through Unbiblical Church Practices?
Episode 1068 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I draw near to God while I am struggling with sexual sin? 2. Are practices like altar calls biblical? 3. How should we understand church history in light of Matthew 16:18? 4. Will I be able to recognize my wife in heaven? 5. Is the Spiritual Formation movement biblical? Today's Offer 3 Biblical Ways to Fight Depression 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 – Why Are There So Many Denominations?
What Does Spiritual Warfare Look Like in Everyday Life?
Episode 1067 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I enjoy the fellowship of others without putting them before God? 2. What does spiritual warfare look like on a day-to-day basis? 3. Were the Pharisees expecting Elijah to return before the messiah? 4. What is the appropriate way to preach through the Song of Solomon? Today's Offer 3 Biblical Ways to Fight Depression 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 Guide – 7 Things You Need to Know About Marriage and Sex
Are Natural Disasters Like Hurricane Ian a Judgment from God?
Episode 1066 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Should I join a church that requires me to be baptized a second time? 2. Is the NIV translation of the Bible problematic? 3. I remember growing up and hearing people say things like earthquakes, tornados, or hurricanes are God's judgement on that place or nation. And I don't think that's right, but I'm wondering, how do you answer folks who do say those kinds of things after tragedies like Hurricane Ian happen? 4. Is it necessary to be a member of a church? 5. Can I make anointing oil as gifts? 6. Is closed communion a biblical practice? Today's Offer 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Worship 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?
How Do You Know Which Parts of the Bible Apply to Life Today and Which Don't?
Episode 1065 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. I know that I'm not saved, so what do I need to do to become saved? 2. In the New Testament, when do you learn to follow certain commands and not others? We talk about men only being pastors because of 1 Timothy 2, but we don't wear head coverings as described in Corinthians 11. How do you know what to follow and what not to? 3. What do I say to a professing Christian who doesn't go to church, read the Bible, or pray? 4. What does it mean that Christ "fulfilled the law"? Today's Offer 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Worship 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 Guide – 9 Ways to Know You Are Really a Christian Why You Don't Have to Obey All the Rules in the Bible
Has God Turned His Back On the United States?
Episode 1064 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What is your favorite sighting of Jesus in the Old Testament? 2. Where in the Bible are the stones in the priest's garments explained? 3. Has God turned his back on the United States? 4. Can nudity be used as a therapeutic tool to de-sexualize the body? 5. Is there a scriptural reason for monasteries and convents to exist? Today's Offer Philippians 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 - How Does the Church Relate to the Government?
Is Revival Something That Can Be Manufactured?
Episode 1063 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. If someone was baptized in the Roman Catholic church, should they be re-baptized if they join a Protestant church? 2. If God predestined us to salvation, why does God let some people live in sin so long before they're regenerated? 3. How should we understand Proverbs 12:14 mean? 4. Is revival something that can be manufactured? 5. How do we navigate our agnostic son's influence on our younger children? Today's Offer Philippians 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 – Can I Trust the Resurrection?
Does the Bible Command Me to Reconcile with My Abuser?
Episode 1062 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does 2 Peter 3:9 refer to a specific group of people or the whole world? 2. Does the Bible require survivors of sexual assault to reconcile with their abusers? 3. Should my friend get re-baptized if she was baptized as a baby? 4. How should I understand Isaiah 46:10? 5. Can fallen angels repent? Today's Offer Philippians 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 GRACE – Godly Response to Abuse in a Christian Environment Rid of My Disgrace: Hope and Healing for Victims of Sexual Assault by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb
When Do You Know a Christian Is a Fundamentalist?
Episode 1061 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. In step 9 of AA, it requires those in the program to make restitution with people we've hurt but I'm concerned that it's requirements for restitution aren't entirely honest or biblical. What do you think? 2. Am I going to know that I'm fully saved with complete certainty? 3. I've been listening to your program, and I have to be honest, some people calling sound like whacked out fundamentalists, and that gives the impression to others that Christianity is just made up of a bunch of zealots. What do you think? 4. Does Genesis 3:23-24 reveal an inner dialogue among the persons of the Trinity? 5. What does Paul mean in Romans 3:25 that God passed over sins previously committed? If I continue to sin after God has done this will these new sins be held against me? 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?
What Is Theonomy and Is It Biblical?
Episode 1060 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Did Adam and Eve eat of the Tree of Life in Eden, and will we eat from it in heaven? 2. Did Satan know of Jesus's divinity? 3. Is the teaching of theonomy supported in the Bible? 4. Is the idea of "age of accountability" taught in the Bible? 5. Are we still bound by the 10 Commandments? 6. How can I get closure with someone who died before we could reconcile? 7. Can a person lose their salvation even after they've been baptized? 8. What should I look out for in those who teach theonomy? 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 Christians Relate to the Law?
Prayer or Medication: How Should Christians Seek Healing?
Episode 1059 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I be part of a church if my job requires me to work on Sunday? 2. If a person isn't elect, are they unable to repent? 3. What's the difference between judging and holding someone accountable? 4. Does the Bible forbid us from seeking medical treatment for disorders or illness? 5. If a person never hears the gospel, will they go to heaven or hell? Today's Offer 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Worship 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 – Do I Have to Attend a Church to Be a Christian?
Does the Bible Teach That There Should Be a Separation of Church and State?
Episode 1058 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. When will we celebrate the Marriage Supper of the Lamb? 2. Should we still pay for taxes if the money is used for unbiblical services? 3. What does the Bible say about the separation of church and state? 4. How can God be upset with us for our sin if he's sovereign? 5. How should we understand Proverbs 4:23 and Philippians 4:23? 6. Can a woman lead a Sunday school and teach men and women from God's Word? Today's Offer 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Worship 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 Are the Main Views of the End Times?
What is the Biblical Definition of Apostasy?
Episode 1057 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Did Adam have both a body and soul before he sinned? 2. Can someone believe in Jesus but not be saved? 3. Is the "Angel of the Lord" in Luke 2:9 Jesus? 4. Will those who apostatize go to heaven? 5. Was Jesus omnipresent during his earthly ministry? 6. My cousin recently transitioned, should I use their preferred pronouns? Today's Offer 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Worship 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 – Can I Lose My Salvation?
Does God Love Some Christians More Than Others?
Episode 1056 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is there a significance between the birds in Genesis 15 and the covenant described in this passage? 2. What should we think about tax-exempt churches? 3. Does God love some Christians more than others? 4. Does God only save people to get glory for himself? 5. Does God allow different levels of punishment for different kinds of sin? Today's Offer Every Good Endeavor by Tim Keller 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 Can Christianity Be True if God Allows Evil and Suffering?
Can We Choose or Assign Our Gender?
Episode 1055 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Do people still prophesy without speaking as they did in 1 Chronicles 25? 2. In the school system, they want children to choose the gender they want to be in and allow them to use their preferred bathrooms. What does the Bible say about those things? Can children choose their gender identity? 3. When the New Testament speaks of "faith," is it actually speaking of "faithfulness"? 4. Can the Holy Spirit dwell in someone who isn't a Christian? 5. In what ways can I begin to teach my kids about the faith? 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 Guide - 10 Things You Need to Know About the Bible and Homosexuality
Is Samson a Hero or Villain in the Bible?
Episode 1054 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What is the significance of the Bible mentioning God using his right hand? 2. How can a Christian balance ambition and contentment? 3. Is Samson the hero or the villain of the story? 4. Do I need to be re-baptized if I was baptized as a Jehovah's Witness? 5. What can I say to help convince my friend that God isn't punishing him? 6. What can I say to fellow Christians who believe that homosexuality is OK? 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 Can I Share My Faith?
If We Are Saved by Grace, Why Will Our Works Be Judged?
Episode 1053 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it sinful to pursue employment on the Sabbath? 2. How can I stay focused on God's goodness when going through trials? 3. If we are saved by grace, why will our works be judged? 4. How can I witness to family and friends who differ from me politically? 5. Is abortion an unpardonable sin? 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 Can I Share My Faith?
Are Modern Bible Translations Corrupted?
Episode 1052 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it a sin to work on the sabbath? 2. How could Satan fall if there is no sin in heaven? 3. How can we trust that today's translations of the Bible are accurate or if they've been corrupted by people's agendas? 4. How did an Angel of Light become Satan? 5. Who is Melchizedek in Genesis 14? 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 Can the Devil Read My Mind?
How Can You Detect When Someone is Being Self-Righteous?
Episode 1051 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Do I need to quit my job and do more at church to be a good Christian? 2. How can you detect when someone is being self-righteous? 3. How does God's foreknowledge relate to our election? 4. What is the Beatific Vision? Today's Offer 9 Ways to Know You Are Really a Christian 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 Can Christianity Be True if God Allows Evil and Suffering?
What Do You Say to Someone Who Claims to Be a Black Hebrew Israelite?
Episode 1050 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it possible to be born again more than once? I've heard that people can pinpoint the time when they were born again, but what I remember are three different time frames that could be my born again experience. 2. I am looking for advice on how to witness to a coworker who claims to be a Black Hebrew Israelite. He trusts in his law keeping to get into heaven. How do I share that obedience to the law cannot save him? 3. Is the Bible's prohibition of homosexuality still applicable today? 4. Can a person be saved and not bear fruit? Today's Offer Core Guide – 9 Ways to Know You Are Really a Christian 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 – Why Do You Talk About the Difference Between Law and Gospel?
What Does the Gospel Say to Those Who've Had an Abortion?
Episode 1049 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What kind of healing does Isaiah 53:5 refer to? 2. Is it possible that I've gone too far trying to get healing for my body? 3. What relief does the gospel offer to those who've had an abortion? 4. Can Messianic Jews still observe the Jewish feasts and ceremonies? 5. Can I trust that the Bible is God's Word and that he cares for me? Today's Offer Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work by Tim Keller 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 Can Christianity Be True if God Allows Evil and Suffering?
What Should the Church's Worship Look Like?
Episode 1048 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What does it mean to be "born again," and how does that happen? 2. How physical can an unmarried Christian couple be? 3. What should the church's worship look like? It seems like so many Christians don't understand what worship is. 4. Why does God seem so harsh in the Old Testament 5. Why does the Roman Catholic church refer to Peter as the first pope? 6. Can God remove people he predestined from the Lamb's Book of Life? Today's Offer Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work by Tim Keller 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?
What Do Most Christians Misunderstand About Their Faith? Celebrating 4 years of Core Christianity
Episode 1047 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What is the most misunderstood part of the Christian faith? 2. Was Jesus fully man and fully God before his incarnation? 3. What does it mean that God is sovereign? 4. What should I do if I've come to belief in Christ but my wife hasn't? 5. Is saying "OMG" taking God's name in vain? Today's Offer Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work by Tim Keller 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 Guide - 9 Ways to Know You Are Really a Christian
Does the Bible Teach Us the Age of the Earth?
Episode 1046 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What is a good process for memorizing Scripture? 2. Does the Bible teach us the true age of the earth? 3. How should I respond to my grandson who is identifying as a female? 4. Does the Bible condone slavery? 5. Does the Father remove us from Christ, the vine, if we do not bear enough fruit? Today's Offer Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? by Chris Morphew 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 – Does the Bible Condone Slavery?
When Pastors Fall, What Does a Good Disciplinary Process Look Like? Pastor Adriel Looks at The Village Church and Matt Chandler Story
Episode 1045 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Has the Matt Chandler case been handled wisely and biblically? 2. Is watching pornography a form of cheating or adultery? 3. Is mankind totally depraved? If so, why has God told them to repent and believe if that's not possible? 4. What did Jesus mean when he said he kingdom is "not of this world"? Today's Offer Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? by Chris Morphew 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 Do I Do When I've Been Hurt by the Church?
I'm Married to a Porn Addict. What Do I Do?
Episode 1044 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it OK for protestants to make the sign of the cross? 2. Some people say that if the devil is attacking you, you must be doing something right. But I live a peaceful life. Should I be concerned? 3. My spouse is addicted to porn. What should I do? 3. How should I understand Proverbs 26:4-5? 4. Is confessing that Jesus is Lord essential to salvation? Today's Offer 9 Ways to Know You Are Really a Christian 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 Can God Use All Things for Good?
How Should Christians Respond to Celebrity Conversions like Shia LaBeouf, Kanye West, and Eminem?
Episode 1043 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does 1 Timothy 2 mean that women should not wear braids or jewelry? 2. Am I living in sin by being married to the man I committed adultery with? 3. How should we respond when celebrities like Shia LaBeouf convert to Christianity? 4. What is the unforgivable sin? 5. Is the judgment of every idle word in Matthew 12:26 only for unbelievers? Today's Offer 9 Ways to Know You Are Really a Christian 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 Guide – 7 Things You Need to Know About Marriage and Sex
Is It Wise for Single Christians to Use Online Dating Apps?
Episode 1042 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it ok to dim the lights in church during worship? 2. If believers commit the sins listed in 1 Corinthians 6, are they still saved? 3. What is your opinion on Christian dating apps? And what is appropriate boundaries during the dating process? 4. Is it wrong for Christians to get tattoos? 5. How should we understand the rewards mentioned in 2 Corinthians 5:10? Today's Offer 9 Ways to Know You Are Really a Christian 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 Guide – 10 Things You Need to Know About the Bible and Homosexuality
Does the Bible's Teaching of "Forgive Us Our Debts" Speak to Student Loan Forgiveness?
Episode 1041 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. President Biden is planning to cancel a significant amount of student debt in America. In light of that, some Christians are frustrated that taxpayers are being made to pay off these loans, and some Christians are pointing out that since a huge part of the gospel is about us being forgiven our debts, that we should be celebrating such a decision. What do you think? Does the gospel impact the way we approach student loans and debt? 2. Why was Uzzah killed for simply trying to save the Ark of the Covenant? 3. How should we understand Satan being bound and released in Revelation 20? 4. Do Roman Catholics of a true understanding of salvation? Today's Offer Tough Questions Answered 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?
Would God Ever Tell Us to Do Something that Contradicts the Bible?
Episode 1040 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I respond to people who say that they can't trust the Bible? 2. Would God ever tell us to do something explicitly against the words 3. What happens to our soul when we die? 4. Is Jesus the Angel of the Lord that appears to Gideon in Judges 6? 5. What's the difference between being tempted by Satan and the weakness of our flesh? 6. Is Leviticus 23 a good passage to show how Jesus fulfilled parts of Scripture? Today's Offer Tough Questions Answered 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 – Why Did the Sabbath Day Change to Sunday?
What Is the Bible's View of Free Will?
Episode 1039 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How does "love your enemy" apply in vocations like the military and being a police officer? 2. If God knows who will go to hell, why create them in the first place? 3. Does God reward us for giving extra tithe and finances in church? 4. What is Jesus praying for when he prays that we would be "one" in John 17? 5. Under what circumstances can Christians remarry after being divorced? Today's Offer Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? by Chris Morphew 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?
What Should I Say to a Loved One Who Came Out to Me?
Episode 1038 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are the apocryphal books mentioned in the Bible also inspired by God? 2. How do I know that I am saved if I still struggle with habitual sins? 3. What should I say to a family member who came out to me? 4. What signs are happening now that point to Christ's return? Today's Offer Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? by Chris Morphew 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 Guide – 10 Things You Need to Know About the Bible and Homosexuality
Why Are We Held Responsible for Adam's Sin?
Episode 1037 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does every believer in Jesus Christ go through sanctification? 2. Are we born in sin or are we innocent until we sin? Does Ezekiel 18 disprove that doctrine of original sin? 3. If Jesus is God, why did he pray to the Father? 4. From Romans 1, at what point does God give people up to their passions? Today's Offer Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? by Chris Morphew 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?
Has the Church Failed to Raise Up Good Leaders?
Episode 1036 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are there Bible translations that we should avoid? 2. How do I explain Lot's relationship with his daughters in the Bible? 3. Should someone who feels called to ministry go to seminary? 4. What is the doctrine of original sin? 5. Do we need to have someone lay hands on us to receive the Holy Spirit? Today's Offer Tough Questions Answered 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 Can Christianity Be True if God Allows Evil and Suffering?
Wine or Grape Juice: What Should We Serve In Communion?
Episode 1035 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is prayer pointless if God knows everything? 2. Do you believe that wine should be served at communion? I've been in 4 Christian protestant churches where only grape juice is served because they don't believe Jesus would've consumed alcohol. I believe Jesus did have wine. Also if wine is served, what about young people taking communion? 3. Why isn't church more like a Bible study where we can ask questions? 4. Why do so many Christians speak with condescension towards non-believers? 5. Is baptism essential for salvation? Today's Offer Tough Questions Answered 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 Can Christianity Be True if God Allows Evil and Suffering?
What Does It Mean That We Can Do All Things Through Christ?
Episode 1034 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What do you think about the continuationist and cessationist debate? 2. It seems like Philippians 4:3, "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength," is often used for self-help purposes or its quoted before Christian athletes play a game. Why is that? 3. Will we be able to recognize each other in heaven? 4. How do you get integrated into a new church when joining at a later age? Today's Offer Tough Questions Answered 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 Choose a Church?