The Good News Cast

What is the Bible? Knowing what is the Bible is incredibly liberating. On this episode Jeff and Collin discuss what the Bible is, highlight common errors in how we view the Bible, and emphasize the dangerous roads those errors lead us down.

We did not grow up in the "infant baptism” world. So it’s interesting that we recently hosted an event at our church, Redeemer Waco, on infant baptism. A local Christian baptist pastor, Drake Osborn from Grace Church, came in to explain his position in favor of “believers-only baptism” (in opposition to infant baptism). Jeff then presented our church’s position in favor of baptizing believers and their infants, giving everyone a clear understanding of both sides. You can find the whole event recording here. This episode is a follow up, including some areas where Jeff and Collin see holes or missteps in the opposing argument.

Why care about doctrine? Isn’t it just a distraction from Jesus? Just give me Jesus, not doctrine, we think. Why can’t I just walk with Jesus and not stress out about (dry) doctrine? Why can’t I just let the Spirit lead me and not worry so much about theology? These are great questions that drive us to figure out why doctrine matters and really why the Bible matters so much in our personal relationship with Jesus as we walk by the Spirit.Find all episodes wherever you listen to podcasts and at www.goodnewsnotgoodadvice.com

On this episode the guys discuss what has been going on on the ground at their church the past two years. Redeemer Waco and most churches have had to walk through multiple cataclysmic events in a very short amount of time. Some have probably imploded, some have probably split, and some have maybe come out stronger. But everyone has learned something about themselves.Find all episodes wherever you listen to podcasts and at www.goodnewsnotgoodadvice.com.

On this episode the guys talk about the joy, comfort, hope, and encouragement we have in knowing the doctrines they have recently been discussing about God’s sovereignty in salvation.

Have you heard of the theological acronym "TULIP"? If you're familiar with the "L" in TULIP, it stands for "limited" atonement. What in the world is that referring to, is it even a good term, and how is the message of the atonement encouraging (because it should be!)? Let's talk about it.

Some questions are hard to ask. They carry a weight of terror. "Can I lose my salvation?" is one of those questions. On this episode the guys open by talking a bit about joy and then answer whether or not we can lose our salvation.Scriptures for Reference:John 10:28-30 "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father's hand. I and the Father are one.”Rom. 8:30 "And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified."Jude 1:24 "Now to him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before the presence of his glory with great joy..."Phil. 1:6 “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.“

How sinful are we? Are we basically good but just do bad things? If Jesus left salvation up to us, would we ever choose him? "Total depravity" is about these kinds of questions and more. On this episode the guys tackle a tough theological topic: the nature of our sinfulness and how exactly we come to faith in Jesus in the first place.

What is marriage all about? What holds a marriage together? On this episode the guys just touch on the foundation of a marriage and how we can be intentional in a healthy marriage.