James vs Justification by Faith [Ep. 219]
Does the book of James contradict justification by faith? That’s the question we’re discussing on The Hero of the Story. Listen in as we discuss: We dig into James 2 and its relationship to justification Why it’s important to interpret Scripture in light of the entirety of Scripture, not simply in isolation How this passage …
Continue ReadingSalvation & God’s Ability to Make Choices [Ep. 218]
Does God have a choice in who is saved? That’s the question we’re addressing on this episode of The Hero of the Story. Listen in as we discuss: The central ideas around election as they appear in Scripture Why Christians with differing views on this doctrine do not need to divide over it Why this doctrine …
Continue ReadingWhat is the Mystery of Election? [99 in :99]
There’s a word that appears in Scripture that is often misunderstood, misappropriated, and even maligned. Which is a shame because it is a beautiful word, one that offers so much hope because it puts God’s sovereign goodness on display. What is it? Election. Election, as it appears in Scripture, is one of the most humbling …
Continue ReadingThe Gospel, Romans, and Evangelism [Ep. 217]
What are the major themes of the gospel? That’s the question we’re discussing on The Hero of the Story. Listen in as we discuss: We explore the major themes of the gospel as presented in Romans How knowing these themes well can help us as we share the gospel with others How this passage points …
Continue ReadingThe Place of Works in the Christian Life [Ep. 216]
If we are saved by faith, do good works not matter? That’s the question we’re addressing on this episode of The Hero of the Story. Listen in as we discuss: The importance of “and” vs “by” in the relationship between justification and good works Where we see this truth in Scripture Why our works matter, even …
Continue ReadingHow Do Justification and Good Works Fit Together? [99 in :99]
Christians believe that we are justified, or declared righteous, by faith in Jesus alone, and not because of any good works on our part. But we also believe that our works matter. So how do justification and good works fit together? Where many religions believe that good works lead to justification, or righteousness before God, …
Continue ReadingResisting the Spirit [Ep. 215]
What does it look like to resist the Holy Spirit? That’s the question we’re discussing on The Hero of the Story. Listen in as we discuss: Why the Bible devotes so much time to Stephen Why the early church experienced opposition Why Stephen’s defense was so powerful How this passage points us to the gospel …
Continue ReadingLooking Back at the Story of The Gospel Project
As we prepare for the next cycle of The Gospel Project, Brian Dembowczyk, Managing Editor, and Trevin Wax, General Editor, talk about the beginnings of The Gospel Project and their excitement of what has happened and continues to happen with this resource.
Continue ReadingThe Gospel and Justification by Faith [Ep. 214]
What happens the very instant we trust in Christ? That’s the question we’re addressing on this episode of The Hero of the Story. Listen in as we discuss: The meaning of justification by faith and where we see it in Scripture The uniqueness of this essential doctrine Why it changes everything to have God declare us …
Continue ReadingWhat is the Best Kind of Bible Reading Plan?
When we come to the Scriptures, we all have a reading plan. Sometimes our plans are highly structured, like a chronological study or “read the New Testament in 30 days.” Others tend to be, essentially, a game of Bible roulette—we just pick a place and read, with no clear direction as to why. (Maybe not the best …
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