Romans 9:30-33

Years ago, Norman Vincent Peale wrote a popular book called, The Power of Positive Thinking. But have you ever considered the power of negative thinking? How can negative thinking, properly shaped by the Word of God, result in tremendous spiritual blessing? Dr. Barnhouse answers this unexpected question on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible.

Romans 9:25-29

The Apostle Paul reminded the Ephesians that at one time they were aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel, strangers to the covenants of promise, without Christ, and without hope in the world. This was the sad state of Gentile peoples before Jesus came. But now, Gentile believers, just like 1st century Ephesians, have been brought near to God by the blood of Jesus Christ. Has God performed His work of salvation in you? Tune in to Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. 

Romans 9:22-24

When tragedy strikes, many people lash out at God, accusing Him of cruelty and injustice. They cry out and say, "What did I do to deserve this?" We forget that we deserve nothing but judgment and condemnation, and yet God has dealt with us according to His love and grace, culminating with the atoning death of Jesus Christ on our behalf. Tune in to Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible with Dr. Barnhouse to hear about God's power and grace. 

Romans 9:21

There are many people who are swing voters. They cannot decide whom to vote for and sometimes remain undecided right up to election day. Many evangelists portray unbelievers as spiritual swing voters. God has cast his ballot to save them, Satan has cast his ballot for their eternal condemnation and they must break the tie. But is this accurate? Listen to Dr. Barnhouse to find out what the Bible teaches about election on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible.

Romans 9:19-24

When the president brings a judicial nominee before Congress, they scrutinize the nominee's character and record and discuss his qualifications to serve as a federal judge or a Supreme Court justice. But God's suitability as a judge of the universe is not open for discussion. He alone is infinitely holy and wise and is able to execute perfect righteous judgment. Have you been acquitted for all your sin and guilt by the sovereign judge of this world? Tune in to Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible to hear more.

Romans 9:17, 18

When Moses delivered his people from bondage, Pharoah's stubborn resistance against God led to the destruction of the Egyptian army in the waters of the Red Sea. The Bible declares that Pharoah hardened his heart against the Lord, but the Bible also declares that God hardened Pharoah's heart. Christians are often confused by this seeming contradiction. What does the Bible teach us about God's sovereignty and human responsibility? Find out on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible with Dr. Donald Barnhouse.

Romans 9:16

A man makes many decisions every day, but when he is dead, he cannot simply choose to become alive again. Many Christians assume that every person has the natural moral ability to exercise his or her free will unto salvation. But the Bible declares that every person is born spiritually dead in trespasses and sins and must be born again by the sovereign grace of God. Dr. Barnhouse asks the question, "Has the Lord transformed you by his sovereign work of salvation?" on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible.

Romans 9:14

If ten guilty men are sentenced to prison and the Governor pardons one of them, he is not acting unjustly towards the others. The nine receive exactly what they deserve for their crimes, while the one who was set free receives undeserved mercy. Many people argue that the doctrines of election and predestination make God seem to be unjust, unfair, and unrighteous. How does Scripture answer this charge against the Lord? Find out from Dr. Barnhouse on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible.

Romans 9:6

That's not fair! Virtually every parent has heard that complaint countless times from their children. But many adults, including Christians, say the same thing when confronted with the spiritual teachings on election, predestination, and salvation by God's free sovereign grace. What does the Bible have to say about these complex and controversial subjects? Find out on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible.

Romans 9:4

In the early centuries of Church history as well as in our day, many cults and false teachings have denied either the full deity or the full humanity of the Lord Jesus Christ. Groups such as the Arians taught that Jesus was merely God's highest created being, while the Gnostics believed that he was divine and only appeared to be human. What does the Bible teach about the deity and the humanity of Jesus Christ? Find out on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible.