Grace Community Church

Understanding Assurance and the Unpardonable Sin Someone wrote in saying: Dear brother, I've been a happy believer in the Lord Jesus Christ for almost nine years and I'm 24 now. Two months ago, I experienced exactly what Tim Conway mentioned in his recording: the fear that I had committed the unpardonable sin. When I was first saved, I struggled with the idea that I might be blaspheming the Holy Spirit. Coming from nominal Catholicism, I lacked many basics of faith and didn't immediately see the importance of attending church. This ignorance led to an internal battle, much like the cartoon...

Aquila and Priscilla exemplify a marriage fully devoted to Christ, working side by side in both labor and ministry, enduring hardships, and opening their home to advance the Gospel. Their steadfastness, wisdom, and sacrificial love serve as a powerful model of faithfulness, showing that ordinary believers can have an extraordinary impact on the Church.

Romans 9 shatters human pride, reminding us that salvation is not earned but rests entirely on God's sovereign mercy. This humbling truth forces us to abandon self-reliance and stand in awe of the God who has mercy on whom He wills. When we grasp this reality, it silences our objections and drives us to worship rather than debate. Instead of questioning God's justice, we are left marveling at His unsearchable wisdom and undeserved grace.

Humility and pride stand in stark contrast. Pride elevates the self, distorting our perception of who we are in relation to God. It fosters a sense of self-sufficiency, making us believe that we can stand on our own without divine assistance. On the other hand, humility aligns our hearts with God's truth, recognizing our dependence on Him. It's about having a proper estimation of ourselves—not thinking too highly of ourselves, nor thinking too low. Humility acknowledges God's supremacy and our need for His grace.

In this "Ask Pastor Tim," someone asked how many times can Christians fall into sin. What is ultimately behind their question, and what does this reveal about their view of salvation?