Can you lose your salvation? In this episode of Ask Dr. E, Dr. Michael Easley answers one of the most common (and often most anxiety-filled) questions Christians ask. Dr. E walks through key Scriptures, the history behind Arminianism and Calvinism, the Synod of Dort, the TULIP debate, and the difference between eternal security and assurance of salvation.If you’ve wrestled with doubt, struggled with confusing passages like Hebrews 6, or wondered how sin affects your walk with Christ, this episode brings biblical clarity anchored in the finished work of Jesus.

-Eternal security vs. assurance of salvation

-Arminianism vs. Calvinism explained

-The Synod of Dort and TULIP

-What Scripture says about salvation and sealing

-The role of the Trinity in salvation

-Understanding Hebrews 6 and “warning passages”

-Can a Christian live in sin and still be saved?

Chapters

00:00 – Can You Lose Your Salvation?

00:42 – Why This Question Matters

01:10 – Arminianism vs. Calvinism (Quick Overview)

02:00 – Election, Grace, and the TULIP Debate

03:10 – Eternal Security vs. Assurance

04:00 – What the Father, Son & Spirit Each Do in Salvation

04:50 – Key Scriptures on Eternal Security

06:15 – Misused Passages: 2 Peter & Proverbs

06:45 – The Hebrews 6 Debate

08:10 – Can Sin Make You Lose Salvation?

09:20 – Fruit, Works, and Spiritual Maturity

11:00 – What About Christians Living in Sin?

13:00 – Why We Can’t Judge Another’s Salvation

14:10 – Final Encouragement & Next Week’s Question

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