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“Should I be feeling more?”

Should believers only consider burial or is cremation okay? When exactly did propitiation happen - during Christ’s sufferings or upon His death? Should I be feeling more about my union with Christ? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1258/29

“Why am I not excited about God?”

How can I more eagerly await the return of Christ? I’ve been away from church for a while for health reasons, and now I feel like I’m coming back to God. What are your thoughts? What do you think of Oswald Chambers and his most well-known book? Should we be water baptized? If so, in what name? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1258/29

“My friend says I’m not a true Christian!”

Do we need to ask God for forgiveness every time we sin? If not, what should we do instead? My friend told me I’m not a true Christian, because I believe in grace and don’t think we’re under the Ten Commandments! What did Jesus write in the sand that caused the woman’s accusers to leave? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1258/29

New flavors of Law-based living!

Is there a new breed of legalism today? Seems like we’re always trying to reinvent legalism and make it more relevant or, conversely, more ceremonial! Why does Paul use the word “if” in Colossians 1:23? It seems like he’s saying we Christians need to hang on for dear life! Is there ever a time when God inspires us to confront a friend about an issue or struggle they’re having? Or is that just being judgmental? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1258/29

Gospel Zero: Reclaiming the Radical Message of Grace – Part 4

What if the real gospel isn’t about getting closer to God?You’ve probably heard it all – spend “more time” with God, be “intentional,” confess more, surrender more, and then, maybe you’ll end up closer to God. But what if that’s all backward? What if you’re already as close as you’ll ever be? No striving, climbing, or spiritual gymnastics – just IN.If the apostles were here today, they’d set the record straight: Closeness with God isn’t earned, upgraded, or improved over time. You’re either in or out. And if you’re in, you’re in – forever. Baptism won’t seal the deal. More good behavior won’t level you up. And no, you don’t “abide” some days and wander off other days. You’re fully united with Christ right now, no matter what.Progressively getting closer to God is a myth. Watch now and celebrate your “divine entwine” with Him!Discussion Questions:1. What role does baptism play? In water? In the Spirit?2. React to this statement: You are IN the Trinity.3. How close are you to Jesus? Why?4. What does it mean to “abide” in Christ? Are you abiding in Him? Why or why not?5. React to this statement: Christ is your life and you will be revealed with Him in glory.6. Explain the difference between location (in the Spirit) and walking or setting the mind.7. What is God’s will for your life? How is this different from what we often hear?8. What does Philippians 4:13 really mean? How is this different from what the false health-wealth gospel promises? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1258/29