If I grew up scared of God, what is the best path toward healing? Was God Himself subject to the Sabbath day? Explain the dynamic behind "do not let sin reign." How are New Testament behavior passages different from Old Testament Law?

A series in 1 John.

What are your thoughts on salvation and the believer's destiny? How does real life transformation begin? (Caller prays to receive Christ.) How is marriage a picture of our closeness to Christ? What does it mean to abide in Christ? Is it a progressive trust? Should we call Jesus "Yeshua"? What does the Bible say about mental illness? Are we saved by grace but then guided by the moral Law?

Will we lay our crowns at the feet of Jesus? What is the purpose of the sermon on the mount? Is our forgiveness progressive?

A few times Paul says that we "live for God". What does that mean? What kind of baptism saves us? Is "pleading the blood" of Jesus biblical? How can I share Christ with someone who has a limited ability to respond? What can we do when God has disappointed by letting something painful happen?

What are your thoughts on church membership? Is believing in Jesus enough to be saved? Am I saved by my church attendance? What did Jesus mean when he told Mary "do not cling to me"? What is the biblical view on marrying someone who is divorced?

What constitutes a false gospel? What is a saint? Why are believers divided into so many denominations today? Why are so many sermons these days focused more on entertainment rather than offering a deeper understanding of the gospel?

Why did John the Baptist send his followers to ask about Jesus' identity? Is there a difference between the moral Law and the rest of the Law in terms of our freedom? How should we understand Old Testament promises in the context of today? How did Old Testament believers' relationship with God differ from ours today?

How do I stop struggling with sin? What is biblical marriage? Is James teaching the Law in James 4?

A series in 1 John.