Happy New Year! Bob recounts a story in Exodus where the Lord promised Moses "My presence will go before you and I will give you rest." That's good news! Jeremy asks about the blasphemy of the Holy Spirit - he has had a recurring struggle with worry and blasphemous thoughts. Brad on Facebook asks about Hebrews 10:26 regarding deliberately sinning. Does that mean we can lose salvation?

Daniel chapter 9 is one of the most exciting prophecies that found it's fulfillment in the coming of Christ Jesus. Listen as Bob explains why we can look forward to Christ's return. If you find yourself experiencing hopelessness and despair and if the holiday season only magnifies those feelings, then please consider our CD series, The Breakout. You'll find thanksgiving, faith, and love waiting for you. Betty asked if Christians be judged by God for sins they've done on earth. There's good news in the answer! Kay in Texas asks why God decided to change his covenant from Old to New. Did He make a mistake or was it His plan from the beginning? We pray the rich blessing of love, grace, and life during this most joyous time of the year. Keep your eyes on Jesus!

Jeff in Texas asks if there is a right way to pray for healing for his son, Jack. What should his expectation be as an answer to his request for healing? Wendy in Oregon asks "What do I do when I've blown it big-time with God."? A Google search did not bring much comfort. The question should be "What does God do when I sin?" He reminds us of the forgiveness we have because of Christ Jesus. Corey asks about conviction vs. condemnation. Being constantly attacked by evil sometimes causes doubt. How does a believer respond? Rick from California asks if not accepting the Lord the only reason someone wouldn't get into Heaven?

Margie encouraged all of us by letting us know how the clear teaching of forgiveness and eternal security has changed her life. She was able to finally "Drive the Stake" and know that she is saved for eternity. Jim asks about the phrase "work out your salvation" in Philippians 2. The meaning is to work "out" what God has worked "in" you. Derron asks about the scripture, Acts 3:19. Many use it as a warning that you can lose your salvation, be out of fellowship with God, and that you must repent over and over. Kim's husband, who used to be a pastor, is divorcing her. He has turned violent and completely changed. Is he still saved?

Romans 3:31 is often misunderstood. Many are confused because of the phrase we should "uphold the law". What does that mean in light of the New Covenant? Our good friend Ryan in Canada asks about hyper-grace. What does that mean and what is the true nature of the grace of God? Bob answers the critics of Gods grace. Maria thanks us for teaching Christ and Christ alone. Her comment was a great encouragement to us and led to a great discussion with Andrew and Bob regarding prophecy. The story about Jesus is good news from beginning to end! It doesn't get any better than that!

Raven asked why Abel's offering was accepted and Cain's wasn't. Was it a matter of priority of the two? Mike is frustrated when he tries to share the Gospel on various social media outlets. He often is attacked. Should he continue to try? Anthony asks if people without spiritual ears can understand the Word of God. How important is it that the unsaved see themselves in the mirror of the law? Ryan asks about the Simon the Sorcerer story. The story says that he believed and was baptized. Was he saved or just "playing the part"?

Our prayer for you is that you would move through the Thanksgiving and Christmas season with a thankful heart. We begin with 2 Thessalonians 2:1, 2 regarding end times. The Word of God is clear - no one knows the day Christ will return. Those of us who have been sealed to Christ can eagerly look forward to that day, whenever it is. Cory asks about Hebrews 12:1. What is he referring to - individual sin or the sin of belief? David asks for the meaning of 1 Corinthians 3:16, 17. What is the meaning of God destroying the person who destroys the temple?

What does being filled with the Spirit mean? Bob explains the hard passage in Ephesians 5:18. Kate in British Columbia asked about the rapture. Will believers be raptured before the tribulation occurs? And will our entire lives be shown on a heavenly "movie screen" when we stand before God? Don shares that his daughter's friend made a profession of faith when they took her to church but now is saying that she is an atheist. Don's daughter wants to know how to help her friend. Was her salvation real? Al asks about Revelations chapter 3, where the church is described as "neither hot nor cold." What does that mean? Joe from DFW asks what can we do for the Christians who are being persecuted by Isis. The numbers are staggering. Is it enough to simply pray for them?

Does the book of James contradict other New Testament writers? Bob explains that James does not contradict at all. It's all about context! Mark asked if there is any scripture that supports the idea that a Christian can be demon-possessed? This question led to an interesting discussion about forgiveness. Gord in Canada called to ask about Kingdom theology. It's a viewpoint regarding end-times. Ed asks an awesome question: What is the finished work of Christ? The answer is life-changing.

The entire Word of God revolves around Jesus. Our salvation, assurance, and hope rests on his shoulders. If he hadn't completed his work, we would have no hope. With Jesus, we have everything. These 5 truths ignite a reformation in hearts today just as it did 500 years ago in the Protestant Reformation: Scripture alone, grace alone, faith alone, Jesus alone, for the glory of God alone. These are the things that people struggle with. Mark asks if there is any scripture that remotely supports the idea that a Christian can be demon-possessed? When we sin, are we responsible to repent and turn to the Lord? Joel asks about prophecy. Are the recent hurricanes, fires, and terrorism signs of the end times? Is Revelation a road map for what will actually happen? The truth is that we can be a part of God's great rescue mission today and every day until the Lord comes back.