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What Is the Christian Response to Pope Francis Blessing Same-Sex Couples?

Episode 1382 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How do I reason with someone who obsesses over his belief in a flat earth? 2. Do we worship on Sunday because the Roman Catholic Church changed the day? 3. Can we say that Mary is the mother of God? 4. What comfort does scripture offer me in my illness? 5. What styles of music are appropriate in a church service? Today's Offer: WE BELIEVE: THE NICENE CREED STUDY Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 18, 202325 min

Who Were the Three Wise Men?

Episode 1380 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Who were the Three Wise Men in the Christmas story? 2. Where do you find biblical support for the Doctrine of the Trinity? 3. Why are our calendars structured around the lifetime of Jesus Christ? 4. What Scripture should I share with someone who is interested in Jesus? Today's Offer: WE BELIEVE: THE NICENE CREED STUDY Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 14, 202325 min

Is It Wrong to Say that Mary is the Mother of God?

Episode 1381 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How do I reason with someone who wants to convinced everyone that the earth is flat? 2. Do we worship on Sunday because the Roman Catholic church changed the day? 3. Can we say that Mary is the Mother of God? 4. What comfort does Scripture offer for those with illnesses 5. What styles of music are appropriate in a church service? Today's Offer: 5 Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 14, 202325 min

Should Christians Make Timelines for the End Times?

Episode 1379 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Does God call all people to salvation? 2. Does 2 John 10 teach that I should avoid my former pastor? 3. Should Christians try to decode events of the end times? 4. How do I move forward after squandering my inheritance? 5. What does it mean to have a "reprobate mind" in Romans 1? Today's Offer: WE BELIEVE: THE NICENE CREED STUDY Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 13, 202325 min

Can True Christians Commit Heinous Sins?

Episode 1378 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are Apocryphal books heretical or helpful? 2. How can the Bible say that Jesus, as God, is sitting at God's right hand? 3. According to Romans 13, should Mordecai have honored Haman? 4. What does it mean to be a "carnal Christian"? 5. What Scriptures can you offer to encourage me to pray? Today's Offer: WE BELIEVE: THE NICENE CREED STUDY Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 12, 202325 min

Is Original Sin Unfair? Why Is Adam's Sin My Fault?

Episode 1377 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What are the books of Leviticus and Numbers about? 2. How do I know if I'm one of the elect? 3. Can I be saved if I don't believe in the Trinity? 4. Is the doctrine of original sin unfair? Today's Offer: WE BELIEVE: THE NICENE CREED STUDY Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 11, 202325 min

How Can I Reach Someone Who Is Skeptical of Christianity?

Episode 1376 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What should I do if my work prohibits me from saying "Merry Christmas"? 2. How much transparency should church leadership have on church finances? 3. Does the Bible support unitarian beliefs? 4. How can I reach someone who is skeptical of Christianity? Today's Offer: 5 Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 8, 202325 min

Should the Church Be More Vocal about the Conflict between Israel and Palestine?

Episode 1375 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. At what point does the production of a church service become performance? 2. How can I overcome doubts about my salvation? 3. How do we approach people with special needs in communion? 4. Is cremation a pagan practice that christians should abstain from? 5. Should the church be vocal about the conflict in Israel and Palestine? Today's Offer: 5 Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 7, 202325 min

Can a Christian Become Perfect Before Heaven?

Episode 1374 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How do I explain the Gospel to my adult son? 2. What is the purpose of the rewards we will receive in heaven? 3. Can a Christian become perfect before heaven? 4. What is the definition of a saint? Today's Offer: 5 Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 6, 202325 min

What Are the Top 3 Reasons to Become a Christian?

Episode 1373 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Why don't the Jehovah's Witness celebrate Christmas? 2. Does the devil have the power to kill a Christian? 3. What are the top 3 reasons to accept Christianity 4. How old is the earth? Today's Offer: 5 Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 5, 202325 min

What's the Difference Between Advent and Christmas?

Episode 1372 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I explain to my friends that I am trusting God with my disability? 2. Am I condemned to hell if I'm not going to church? 3. Why does the church separate advent and Christmas? 4. What should I do if I can't find a church with faithful preaching? 5. Am I able to participate in communion in a Lutheran church? Today's Offer: 5 Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 4, 202325 min

Am I Struggling with Sin, or Am I a Slave to It?

Episode 1371 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What's the difference between slavery to sin and struggling with sin? 2. How can I find healing for my heart after being hurt by the church? 3. Should pastors be involved in politics? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 2, 202325 min

Can the Church Turn Our Country Back to God?

Episode 1370 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are tattoos prohibited for Christians today? 2. How can I fully surrender myself to the Lord when I continue to sin? 3. Is it inappropriate for my grandson to wear a beanie in church? 4. Can we prolong the end times by committing to evangelism Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Dec 1, 202325 min

Is It Wrong To Send My Child to Public School?

Episode 1369 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I take care of my body without becoming vain and idolatrous? 2. Is it unbiblical to enroll my child in public school? 3. Was the wine that Jesus made from water nonalcoholic? 4. What will the judgement in 1 Peter 4:17 look like for the church? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone.

Nov 29, 202325 min

Why Did Jesus Have to Die on the Cross and Live a Perfect Life?

Episode 1368 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. If a Christian dies from an overdose, will they go to hell? 2. Did God punish David by killing his infant son in 2 Samuel 12? 3. Why did Jesus have to die on the cross and live a perfect life? 4. Why did Judas betray Jesus with a kiss in Luke 22:53? 5. Is it wrong for a church to meet in a Jewish community center? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 29, 202325 min

Does the Bible Have Anything to Say About My Addiction to Shopping?

Episode 1367 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Was Joseph's clock miraculous and should we pray to it? 2. What is the "sin that does not lead to death" in 1 John 5:17? 3. Is it sinful to have money? 4. I'm addicted to shopping, can the Bible help? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 27, 202325 min

Is the Bible Just Another Book of Ancient Myths?

Episode 1366 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Should I leave a church if I have a bad history with another member? 2. Is the Bible's story of creation copied from a Mesopotamian myth? 3. Is it sinful to be rich, or to desire to be wealthy? 4. What does true repentance look like? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 24, 202325 min

What Does It Look Like to Truly Repent?

Episode 1365 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is God currently using prophets to tell us about future events? 2. How can I compassionately witness to a homosexual? 3. How should we think about people who claim to be spiritual mediums? 4. What does true repentance look like? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 23, 202325 min

Am I Sinning When I Skip My Daily Devotions?

Episode 1364 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it a sin to skip my morning devotions? 2. Is Jesus Contradicting God's law in Matthew 5? 3. Can I attend my niece's wedding if she's marrying another woman? 4. Can a person be saved without having read the Bible? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 22, 202325 min

Is Mormonism Just Another Christian Denomination?

Episode 1363 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Who was Cain afraid would kill him after he killed Abel? 2. Was Jesus born the Messiah or become the Christ later in life? 3. In Luke 15, did the prodigal's brother kill his father? 4. Should we consider Mormonism a part of Christianity or a cult? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 21, 202325 min

What's the Difference Between God's Law and the Gospel?

Episode 1362 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it ok for Christians to listen to music by artists who are devil worshippers? 2. Will listening to Harry Potter books open my family to pagan practices? 3. Is it sinful to not perfectly obey God, like not going to church? 4. What's the difference between the Gospel and God's law? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 20, 202325 min

How to Keep Your Faith After High School with Adriel Sanchez, Kendra Dahl, and Gretchen Ronnevik

Recently Pastor Adriel Sanchez sat down with Grethcen Ronnivick and Kendra Dahl, author of our Core Booklet, How To Keep Your Faith After High School. The three of them discussed their own stories and perspectives on how they've kept their faith, as well as how they're teaching their own children to keep theirs. Enjoy this bonus conversation on keeping the faith. CoreChristianity.com MENTIONED ON THE SHOW: The Great Dechurching by Jim Davis and Michael Graham with Ryan P. Burge The Prodigal God by Timothy Keller Confessions by Augustine of Hippo Today's Offer Booklet - How To Keep Your Faith After High School 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.

Nov 18, 20231h 11m

How Can A Wrathful God Be Loving?

Episode 1361 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Did satan have the authority to give the kingdoms to Jesus in Matthew 4? 2. Do black people suffer because of a biblical curse? 3. How can I help my brother who is doubting his salvation? 4. How can a loving God be wrathful? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 17, 202325 min

How Do I Share the Gospel with My Kids?

Episode 1360 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I know if the Holy Spirit is working in my and not my own efforts? 2. How do I share the gospel with my kids? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 16, 202325 min

Why Should We Care About Porn if It Wasn't an Issue During Biblical Times?

Episode 1359 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How was the unregenerate thief on the cross able to confess Jesus as Lord? 2. Does the Bible condone slavery? 3. Why should we care about porn of it wasn't an issue during biblical times? 4. Should we view COVID-19 as one of the three plagues in Revelation 9:18? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 15, 202325 min

What Do I Do When I Feel Like Sin Has a Hold on Me?

Episode 1358 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. If I'm forgiven, will God still hold me accountable for my sins? 2. Why did God punish David and Israel for taking the census? 3. What does it look like to flee temptation? 4. If God knew Adam would sin, did he create evil by giving Adam a choice? 5. What do I do when I feel like sin has a hold on me?* Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 14, 202325 min

Can I Stop Associating With Christians Who I Don't Agree With?

Episode 1357 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Can Christians read extra-biblical books like the Book of Enoch? 2. Are Gospel tracts with pictures of Jesus breaking the Second Commandment? 3. How can we disassociate true Christianity from hate groups? 4. Can I stop associating with Christians I disagree with? 5. Should the Church perform exorcisms to deliver from evil spirits? Today's Offer: Inner Core Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity? Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core. View our latest special offers here or call 1-833-THE-CORE (833-843-2673) to request them by phone. Resources Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 13, 202325 min

Why Are There So Many False Prophets Today?

Episode 1356 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can Jesus be fully God and fully man? 2. What does it mean to "rightly divide Scripture"? 3. How can I explain Judges 19:22 to a group of prisoners that I teach? 4. Are there so many false prophets because we are living in the last days? 5. Why did God create Adam in the first place knowing he would fall? 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 13, 202325 min

What Do I Do When Non-believers Take Advantage of My Christ-Like Kindness?

Episode 1355 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1.What is the doctrine of accommodation and is it biblical? 2. Is baptism into the Mormon faith valid? 3. Is it legitimate to study numerology in the Bible? 4. What do I do when non-believers take advantage of my kindness? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 9, 202325 min

If You Go to a Church That Practices False Rituals, Are You Guilty of Sinning?

Episode 1354 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are the parable of the sower and the teaching of the narrow gate related? 2. Did Christians convert a pagan holiday into Christmas?Should I rebuke my father-in-law for his infidelity or just keep praying? 3. What is the difference between pentecostals and presbyterians? 4. Am I guilty of sin if I go to a church with unscriptural practices? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 8, 202325 min

How Does Melchizedek the High Priest's Story Relate to Jesus?

Episode 1353 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How were Jesus's conversations accurately recorded in the Gospels? 2. Is King Saul an example of God giving one over to a depraved mind? 3. Should churches require people to sign agreement forms for membership? 4. How does Melchizedek the High Priest's story relate to Jesus? 5. Can man's interpretation of God's word be perfect? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 7, 202325 min

How Are We to Decide What a 'Joyful Noise' Is to the Lord?

Episode 1352 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Are we sanctified once like justification or do we grow in holiness? 2. How can I explain Christianity to a Jehovah's Witness? 3. What does forgiveness look like towards someone who is unrepentant? 4. Are there any genres of music that are inappropriate for worship? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Mentioned Book: Dangerous Jesus Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 6, 202325 min

Are We Given Spiritual Gifts When We Become a Believer?

Episode 1351 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Can we determine the year that Jesus will return? 2. Should pastors, elders, and deacons be exempt from tithing? 3. Does Eccl. 9:5 contradict 2 Cor. 5 about the consciousness of the dead? 4. Do we receive spiritual gifts the moment we become a believer? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 3, 202325 min

Did God Inspire His Word but Not Preserve It?

Episode 1350 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is James 2:17 saying that works play a role in salvation? 2. How can I explain that the Bible is the inerrant word of God? 3. What should I do if my pastor is ignoring my call to be a minister? 4. How do I share my faith with people I meet in my community? 5. How can we protect our kids from the increased violence and pornography? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 2, 202325 min

What Does the Bible Say About Appropriate Places to Pray?

Episode 1349 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What was Jesus doing before he started his earthly ministry as an adult? 2. When did the distinction between Jews and Christians happen and why? 3. Does God audibly give new revelation of His will to certain people? 4. What does the Bible say about appropriate places to pray? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Nov 1, 202325 min

Should Believers Be Skeptical of 'Christian Celebrities'?

Episode 1348 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What Halloween Costumes Should Be Off-Limits for a Christian? 2. Is There a Beginning and End to the Existence of God? 3. How Involved Should I Allow My Pastor to Be In My Life? 4. Are Some Styles of Music off Limits for a Sunday Worship Service? 5. Does 1 Corinthians 15 Teach That We Must Die before We Can Go to Heaven? 6. Should Christians Be Skeptical of Celebrity Conversions? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 31, 202325 min

Is America Part of the End Times Prophecy?

Episode 1347 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. If My Husband Leaves Me for an Adulterous Relationship, May I Remarry? 2. What Do I Say to My Friend Who Struggles with Satan's Influence on Earth? 3. What Would a Faithful Reaction to the Storm Have Looked Like in Matthew 8? 4. Is America Referred to in End-Times Prophecy? 5. Is It Important to Know the Day That I Was Saved? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 30, 202325 min

Why Do We Have Different Denominations if We Are Supposed to Be Like-Minded as Believers?

Episode 1346 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. In Heaven, Will I Be Able to Remember What Happened on Earth? 2. Does Scripture Allow for a Marriage That Isn't Recognized by the State? 3. Do Jews Still Reject Jesus as Messiah? 4. What Is the "Baptism of the Holy Spirit"? 5. Why Are There Denominations If We're Supposed to Be Like-Minded? 6. Why Was Cain's Sacrifice Rejected by God? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 27, 202325 min

My Marriage Ended Without Biblical Grounds for Divorce. Does God Still View Us as Married?

Episode 1345 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is the Teaching of Purgatory Found in the Bible? 2. How Should We Approach the Teaching in John 16 to Ask For Anything? 3. My Marriage Ended without Biblical Grounds, Does God View Us as Married? 4. Is the Increasing Frequency of Mass Shootings a Sign of the End Times? 5. Can You Be Unloving and Still a Christian? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 26, 202325 min

How Do We Lovingly Call Out Sin In a Non-believer?

Episode 1344 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Will God Forgive Me Again If I Fall Back into My Addiction? 2. What Does the Bible Mean by "Works"? 3. How Do We Lovingly Call Out Sin in a Non-believer? 4. Was the Human Race Started through Incest? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 25, 202325 min

What Do I Do When I Disagree With My Husband, but I Want to Respect Him as a Leader?

Episode 1343 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How Should We Relate to Christians Who Don't Practice What They Preach? 2. Am I Guilty of Blasphemy Because of My Previous Membership in a Cult? 3. How Can I Respect My Husband's Leadership When We Disagree? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 24, 202324 min

How Do I Find the Right Person as a Believer?

Episode 1342 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is the Depth of My Relationship with God Proof of My Salvation? 2. Should Practicing Homosexuals Be Allowed to Worship in Church? 3. Who Will Christians Rule over with Jesus in Revelation 5:9-10? 4. How Do I Find the Right Person to Marry as a Believer? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 23, 202325 min

Will We Still Be Considered Sinners in Heaven?

Episode 1341 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How could Acts 16 apply to a whole household if not everyone believes? 2. Is it okay for Christians to play Dungeons and Dragons? 3. Who gets the final say when there are disagreements - elders or the pastor? 4. Why do my past sins keep coming to mind after they're forgiven? 5. Will we still be considered sinners in heaven? 6. Does Luke 22 describe the moment that Simeon Peter was converted? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 20, 202325 min

Why Don't Churches Teach the Law to Lead to the Gospel?

Episode 1340 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is there a difference between faith and saving faith? 2. Will I remember the things that happened on Earth when I'm in heaven? 3. How can I recognize false teaching? 4. Must I be an ethnic Jew to be part of God's chosen people? 5. What should I do as a Christian who isn't being fed at church? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 19, 202325 min

How Do We Hear the Voice of God?

Episode 1339 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Will people be in hell body and soul like those in heaven? 2. Does Acts 20:7 teach that weekly communion was a historical practice? 3. What does it mean that Jesus was of the order of Melchizedek in Hebrews 6? 4. What does it look like to hear the voice of God? 5. Does Hebrews 4:12 teach that there's a difference between soul and spirit? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 18, 202325 min

I Found Out My Husband Is Stealing From Me. What Should I Do?

Episode 1338 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. How can I reconcile God loving the world but only saving some? 2. Should I be rebaptized now that I'm in a Bible-believing church? 3. I found out my husband is stealing from me; what should I do? 4. How should Christians view the Mormon church? 5. Does God's omniscience make election more like fate? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 17, 202325 min

How Do I Know if I'm in a False Church?

Episode 1337 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What role do baptism, repentance, and belief play in salvation? 2. Why did Jesus cry out, "My God, my God why have you forsaken me?" 3. Should I leave my church if my pastor doesn't use much scripture? 4. How can I tell if I'm in a false church? Today's Offer What Still Divides Us 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 16, 202325 min

Is It Okay for Christians to Get Plastic Surgery?

Episode 1336 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Is it biblical to practice family planning to limit how many kids I have? 2. Does Isaiah 45:7 teach that God is the author of evil? 3. Is it wrong for a Christian to get plastic surgery? 4. Why are some verses excluded from different translations of the Bible? 5. How can I know God's calling on my life? Today's Offer Can the Devil Read My Mind 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 13, 202325 min

Was Hamas's Attack on Israel Prophesied in the Bible?

Episode 1335 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. What is the meaning of 2 Thessalonians 2:7? 2. Does a Christian need to be educated on current events? 3. What is Matthew 18:18 saying will be loosed and bound? 4. Is God's love conditional on my behavior? 5. Was the Hamas attack on Israel prophesied in the Bible? 6. How did Judas actually die? Today's Offer Can the Devil Read My Mind 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 12, 202325 min

Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

Episode 1334 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com Questions in this Episode 1. Why are God's pronouns not capitalized in some Bible translations? 2. What should I think of Proverbs 18:22 when I'm 70 and haven't married? 3. How can I tell which thoughts are from the Holy Spirit and which are mine? 4. Should Christians participate in Halloween celebrations? 5. Is the white throne of judgment in Revelation only a place of judgment? 6. Did God allow Hamas to attack Israel because they have rejected Jesus? Today's Offer Can the Devil Read My Mind 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 Book - Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

Oct 11, 202325 min