To whom is the book of James written? To Christians only, or to unbelievers, or to both?

And what should we make of James 4 when it addresses sinners who need to be cleansed and have their hearts purified and draw near to God?

In the short clip, I address this important question.

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Some churches and denominations seem to wave a magic wand over Scripture, affirming lifestyles that are clearly not of God. Maybe you have a friend or family member engaged in a way of life that you know is sinful, and it has you wondering if they’re actually a believer.

Can we always judge a book by its cover? After all, only God knows the heart. We may express our disapproval of behavior not aligned with the New Testament, but navigating these tricky waters also requires wisdom and love. So, what’s our role when we see others struggling, straying, or even justifying sin?

In this clip, you’ll discover how to be a beacon of grace for others who are genuinely seeking the truth. Click to watch and find peace in letting Jesus be the final word!

With earthly contracts, there are two or more parties involved, and sometimes there’s a cancellation clause. This clause lets one party back out of the deal if certain conditions are not met.

Daniel from Louisiana called in to our radio program to ask if the New Covenant has a cancellation clause. Is there any way that we can willfully back out, break the covenant, and thereby lose our salvation?

In this short clip, I address this important question.

Cameron called in to ask about the “perfection” we have in Christ versus the “godliness” we’re called to in our attitudes and actions.

How do these two fit together?

In this episode, I address these two concepts and also talk about God’s answer to perfectionism.
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Has church membership ever felt more like a maze of requirements than the Gospel? A caller recently asked about her church requiring membership to take communion. Does fellowship really depend on formal paperwork?

In this , I dive into what it truly means to be part of the body of Christ. We’re talking about an organism, not an organization. Hebrews encourages us to gather but doesn’t mention forms, sign-ups, classes, or tithing quotas. Whether it’s a coffee shop chat, a church service, or praying on a friend’s porch, gathering is about encouragement, not pressure.

If you’re feeling the squeeze, click through to see why healthy church isn’t built on coercion or pressure!

Jack from Arkansas called in to our radio program to ask about temptation:

• Is temptation a mental sin?
• Was Jesus really tempted like we are?
• What do we really learn from Jesus’ life if He was God and we aren’t?

In this short clip, I address all of these questions. If you often find yourself bombarded with temptations, I hope this is especially encouraging to you!

Wendy from Boston called in to tell me that she has been taught that some believers will be disappointed in Heaven, because they won’t get as many rewards as other Christians.

Is this true? Will there be disappointment in Heaven? And what about the idea of differing quantities of rewards?

In this brief call, I address Wendy’s fears and highlight the truth. I hope this is an encouragement to you.

Jesus said connection with Him is easy and light, and that we’d even find relaxation in Him. But how can that even happen in the chaos of life?

A caller recently asked if Christianity should be restful. The short answer: YES! The Gospel is designed to bring us rest – true, lasting relaxation in Jesus. But getting there isn’t always a straight line. We deal with pain and suffering, and the flesh and the Spirit clash like a battle royale. So, how does God help us experience peace in all that?

If you want to know how the Gospel leads to true rest (even when life’s a hot mess), check out my answer here. You’ll be encouraged by what God’s done for you to help you relax and enjoy Him!

We are totally forgiven for all our sins- past, present, and future. And we don’t have to ask for forgiveness for each sin, wondering if God will answer our request.

So what is a healthy response when we’ve committed a sin? In this short clip, I address this practical question.

I hope this serves as a beautiful reminder of the finished work of Christ and the new desires He has given us.

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Grace is currently grieving the loss of someone close to her. But she has been told by others to “just think positive.” And it’s not working.

So Grace called in to our radio program to ask about the concept of positive thinking and to get a biblical perspective on it.

How do we grieve? Does God grieve with us? Is it okay to feel “negative” things? It is these questions and more that are addressed in this short clip.

I hope it encourages you today!