Basic Gospel

"This is the last broadcast as Basic Gospel. We are grateful for the love and support of our listeners and we thank God for each and every one of you. Today's message is the Great I Am. Our Christian life begins and ends with Jesus. He holds everything together. Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am.” John 8:58. Jesus is always going to be the Great I AM in your life. Rejoice in the truth that he will never leave you or forsake you. Open the door of your heart and say “yes” to Jesus Christ.

"He is alive! This is the greatest message ever told. This gospel message is a message of life. We see that through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:17 says “And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins.” But, thanks be to God, Jesus was raised and in him we have eternal life.

"Andrew Farley joins us to talk about the exciting things happening in the New Year. Today we look at the future as Basic Gospel and The Grace Message come together. We look forward to all the ways God will use The Grace Message to reach others with the good news of Christ Jesus. * For more information about The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley, visit, https://andrewfarley.org/bgn/

"As a child of God, you are forgiven. This truth is really the foundation of the Christian life. Coming to this knowledge is the key to accepting the eternal life God has provided for us. Jesus Christ provided this forgiveness at the cross.

"We are New Covenant. In the New Covenant, we find rest in our souls. It's what people are desperately looking for. Today we will look at the Word of God to learn about this New Covenant that we live in today.

"Welcome to the Christmas Eve broadcast. Today we look at the Christmas story through the eyes of Joseph. It is recorded in Matthew 1:18-25. Faced with the fact that Mary was pregnant, Joseph decided to break the engagement privately. An angel appeared to him in a dream saying "Joseph, son of David, do not fear to take Mary as your wife." Joseph's obedience fulfilled what had been prophesied in Isaiah. * No video for this broadcast.

"As we approach Christmas, we often look at telling the story of baby Jesus. Today let's look at the story from God's perspective. John 1:1-18 describe God's love for mankind demonstrated in sending Jesus.

"Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? ... For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:35-39 * Patsy writes to say how much Basic Gospel has meant to her over the years. * Sharon comments, "if you only knew what this ministry has done for me! I know I have a new heart that loves God because he loves me". * Timothy calls to say how much the ministries have meant in his personal ministry and pastorship. * Demetrius asks, what does it mean that believers should take up their cross daily? * Doug calls to say thank you.

""There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Romans 8:1 There is no condemnation for you because you are in Christ. That is life changing news. Why is this so important? Because you have an accuser, an enemy, that stands against you. But you can rest in the reality that is found in Jesus Christ alone. * Darlene writes: "just wanted to say goodbye and thank you for so many years of great teaching." * Whenever someone accepts Christ into their life, do they need to understand why Jesus died for their sins or understand that he died for their sins? Does it matter if they understand it? * Robert is looking for a new church. What should he look for in a church?

"We see some really amazing and supernatural things about the Christmas story. It was orchestrated by God to provide his Son as a gift and sacrifice to us. We see the full scope of Jesus' work upon the earth -- his death, burial and resurrection. Paul gives us a description of Jesus in Colossians 1:19-20 "For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross." * Like Never Before $90,000 Matching Grant https://basicgospel.net/give * Wayne calls to say "Thank you" and encourages the listeners to keep your eyes on Jesus. * Can you please help me understand what the writer of Hebrews is saying in chapter 6, verse 1 and 2? * Prince calls to say he'll miss Basic Gospel and appreciates that we make the Gospel simple to understand.

"This is Bob Davis' last day of live radio after a stellar career in broadcasting. 2 Cor 4:1 tells us "Therefore, since through God's mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart." It's a wonderful privilege to be a voice in people's lives and Bob Davis has dedicated 40 years to sharing Jesus Christ with listeners around the world. * Fred constantly feels accused by the enemy. How can he relax and enjoy the gifts of blessing and love?

"Meet Andrew Farley. With the merging of Basic Gospel with The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley, today we hear Andrew's story of finding the grace of God. The friendship between Bob Christopher and Andrew has been a rich one and led to this merger. There is no one better to take the reins and take the grace message to the world. "I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." Gal 2:20 * How do we know the difference between walking in our own strength or walking in the strength of Jesus? * Is Romans 11:25-26 saying that the nation of Israel will all respond to the grace of God or is it referring to the "Israel" of Jew and Gentile?

"Consequently, when Christ came into the world, he said, "Sacrifices and offerings you have not desired, but a body have you prepared for me; in burnt offerings and sin offering you have taken no pleasure. Then I said, 'Behold, I have come to do your will, O God, as it is written of me in the scroll of the book.'" Hebrews 10:5-7 * What is the definition of a vow? * Where and when will eternal life in Jesus be given to those who believe in Him? * I am to give my daughter's hand in marriage and would like clarification on the "sign of authority" in 1 Corinthians 11:10 - everything stems from v3.

"Yesterday we talked about the importance of our identity. In Christ we've been made new and give a brand new identity. Jesus came into this world to save sinners and all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Now we've been born again into the family of God. We are children of God. Romans 8:15-16 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, "Abba! Father!" The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God..." * How do we answer those who claim the power of the Holy Spirit gives us the power to keep the law? What about those who claim physical healing based on Isaiah 53? * Roman asks if it's OK to drink alcohol as a Christian?

"What you see with every human being is the quest to find the answer to the question, 'who am I?" The Bible answers that question for us and we find the complete answer in Jesus Christ. Apart from Jesus we are sinners by nature. When we come to Christ we become saints. A brand new identity. * Isaiah 59:2 was given to me as proof that God doesn't hear the prayers of unbelievers. Is this true? * When Jesus said "if you deny me before men, I'll deny you before the father", does that apply to me? * How do I learn to recognize and receive answers from God? * Susie asks for a fuller explanation of the promises of the New Covenant.

"We had a question about repentance yesterday and it's such an important subject to understand. Repentance deals with going from unbelief to belief. It's a change of mind ... a change of heart. It's the grace of God that moves us to a new understanding. "do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?" Romans 2:4 * I know repentance mean to change your mind. Is it wrong to teach that repentance mean to stop sinning? * If God is all-knowing then he knew before Lucifer's creation that he would stray. That being said, how was Lucifer not created to be damned? * John commented on one of our videos... "I feel like I've sinned to the point of a reprobate and now I'm his enemy. It's very scary." * How are we supposed to live out "be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect" when God knows we're not perfect? Matthew 5:43-48

"Toward the end of his life Jesus gathered his disciples to prepare them for what was ahead. In John 13 Jesus chooses to wash the feet of the disciples. It was to show the full extent of his love. The next day he showed the ultimate act of love through his death on the cross. In the washing of the disciple's feet, he shared a new commandment. "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." John 13:34-35 * Jeff calls for and explanation of "Blessed are the poor in spirit". * Can you explain how Preterists, Futurists, and Historicists view the Book of Revelation? * Could you please explain 1 peter 4:18? If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner? * I know repentance mean to change your mind. Is it wrong to teach that repentance mean to stop sinning? * How can I be godly and loving to ungodly and unloving family members?

""But thanks be to God, that you who were once slaves of sin have become obedient from the heart to the standard of teaching to which you were committed, and, having been set free from sin, have become slaves of righteousness. " Romans 6:17 What does it mean to be obedient from the heart? * What do you say to people that use Acts 2:38 to support baptism is a commandment for salvation? * Is it necessary that the story of Adam and Eve and the Garden of Eden be an actual, factual, historical event? Or can it be thought of as a metaphor? * Is it right for me to be bothered when I hear pastors on the radio or behind the pulpit to describe what my Lord did on the Cross as atonement? * Can you elaborate on the importance of prayer and how it still plays a role in altering circumstances?

"When we're trying to find truth, when we're trying to find answers... what's drives us is the feeling of incompleteness. "And you are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power:" Colossians 2:10 * I've heard of the Dead Sea Scrolls. But I've never heard of the Lost Books of the Bible. I am sharing the Gospel with an individual who asked if I had heard of them. * I have read references which assert that most of the New Testament could not have been written by its reputed authors because they were illiterate fishermen. This is quite discouraging. Are you able to help me out? * How does Jesus' words that his yoke is easy and burden is light work into my life? Especially concerning the struggles with sin that I have.

"Romans 4:1-5 says "What then shall we say was gained by Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh? For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. For what does the Scripture say? "Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness." Now to the one who works, his wages are not counted as a gift but as his due. And to the one who does not work but believes in him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted as righteousness". The law shows us that we are not measuring up, and that's all. The law cannot save you. If you are trying to work your way into righteousness, you will never achieve it. Instead, trust that God can justify you, give you hope, and make you righteous. * $90,000 matching grant. Double your impact. https://basicgospel.net/give * When we die, are we going to be in spirit in heaven? * When and why did Christians change worship from Saturday to Sunday? * What does Psalm 1 talk about?

"Your life intersects with the life of Jesus Christ. The event that took place 2000 years ago is actually the most relevant event in your life today. Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully, inquiring what person or time the Spirit of Christ in them was indicating when he predicted the sufferings of Christ and the subsequent glories (1 Peter 1:10-11). This grace of God was prophesied by the prophets of old for you. We experience the same glories by grace through faith in Christ. * A YouTube viewer asks about predestination. * Karen asks about the Antichrist and Satan - are they the same? * Paul speaks a lot about himself "having a clear conscience". Can you please tell me where the conscience is?

"Bob shares an email from Ben. "I never would have imagined such change would take place in my life ... from deep despair to ever-increasing hope and stability". We all need hope in this world. But you're not gonna find a lot of hope in this world apart from Jesus. "It is always good to be made much of for a good purpose, and not only when I am present with you, my little children, for whom I am again in the anguish of childbirth until Christ is formed in you! " Galatians 4:18-19 * How do we reconcile the angry and loving God that we find in the Old and New Testament? * I'd like to know if Jesus would save me if I accept him as savior and not want to give him control and be Lord. * Can God ask me to do something through my dreams?

"Fernando writes "By listening to Bob Christopher and Andrew Farley, I know I am a child of God. I am free, I've been washed by the blood of the Lamb. I never focused on Jesus like this. I never knew the Bible was this fun. I never knew that joy could be this exciting!" * Charles calls asking how he can answer his daughter-in-law's questions about Jesus Christ and the Trinity. She's a Jehovah's Witness. * Bret asks the question, "when is enough, enough when it comes to taking care of your family?" * Clay calls to discuss the parable of The Lost Sheep and the one sinner that repents. Who are the 99?

"Today is Giving Tuesday. We launch Giving Tuesday with a $25,000 matching gift campaign. https://basicgospel.net/give * "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?'" John 11:25-26 * Is it possible for a Christian with genuine faith in Christ to live a fruitless life? * Please explain Rev 22:19. If we cannot lose our salvation, what does it mean when God says he will blot out our name from the book of life? * Is it ok as a Christian mom to be working outside of the home? * Aaron asks about John 15 concerning bearing fruit. * Why did the people in Acts 8:14-17 need hands laid on them to receive the Holy Spirit, if they'd already been baptized in the name of Jesus?

"When you look at the Christian life you can see it's a life of thankfulness. A life of saying "thank you" for all God has given us in Jesus Christ. He is our constant. Nothing can separate us from Him. We have crossed over from death to life. He has made us alive. By living out this thankfulness, we can have a grace effect upon those we meet. "Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name." John 20:30-31 * Where in Genesis does it state that Adam and Eve are the parents of humanity? * Charles asks about the possibility of his living son to talk to his dead son. Is that biblical? * Jay writes: please explain this phrase found in Galatians 3:19: "having been ordained through angels by the agency of a mediator."

"What is the new covenant about? * Why do we need a new covenant? * What is the law for? * What marked the end of the old and the beginning of the new covenant? * What covenant did Jesus live under? * Isn't the law there to improve me? * Hebrews 9:22, 10:1-18 What provides for the forgiveness of sin? * How can I fill the void within?

"Special teaching on The New Covenant * Can we experience the abiding life? * What is the purpose of the law? * What is the work of Christ in us today? * What is the new covenant? * Can I have assurance that I am forgiven and saved? * The new covenant is God's expression of love.

"Thanksgiving is a time when we as a nation pause and gives thanks for all our blessings. As believers, we know that faith always says thank-you. Give thanks in all circumstances for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you (1 Thessalonians 5:18). It is because of the sacrifice of Jesus that we are saved by grace. That initiates a life of thankfulness. Popular religion is all performance based. This Thanksgiving we can truly be grateful that Christ has done it all. * Kevin asks about a prayer he read that asks we be filled with the Holy Spirit and feel the presence of God. Is that a prayer of grace? * David in Pittsburgh asks about the prodigal son. Is coming back to the Father an issue of trust?

"The death, the burial, the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the good news. It's the good news that happened 2,000 years ago. And when you hear the good news and make it your story "Christ in you" becomes your story. Peter talks about this in his first letter. "As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ." 1 Peter 2:5-6 * How could false teachers destroy believers - God's temple? * Who is being referred to in Jude 4 concerning false teachers? "For certain people have crept in unnoticed who long ago were designated for this condemnation, ungodly people, who pervert the grace of our God into sensuality and deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ." * Ted calls to say "thank you for being so faithful".

"Often we mistakenly believe that the Gospel message is about Jesus AND us. But when you read 1 Corinthians 15 you learn that it's all about Jesus and his death, burial, and resurrection. We benefit from his work. But it's the message concerning Christ that is of utmost importance. * Clay comments about Psalm 103. How far is the east from the west? * If grace is the most important message, why is it hidden from so many people? * Where in the Old Testament does it say Jesus will rise on the third day?

"What is the Gospel? Paul spells it out clearly: "Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you--unless you believed in vain." 1 Corinthians 15:1-2 "For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received..." * Are we sinners or saints? How do we address Galatians 2:17, 1 Timothy 1:15, and especially James 4:8? * At 72, Carol still struggles with reliving all the pain of her life and asks how can she overcome those memories. * Subscribe to our YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/basicgospel * Deborah fears about her financial future and writes: " I don't want to fear because I know that it shows lack of trust in God."

"Bob and Andrew talk about the UNITED conference and how powerful the messages were... providing many "aha" moments for conferees. We're pleased to offer those messages as MP3 downloads for your gift to Basic Gospel. * A long time listener calls to say thanks for Basic Gospel. * How do we stop being disobedient? * How do I shake loose of old sinful ways and habits? * Can you explain Hebrews 6:1-11?

""And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 God gives us a promise that He will work all things together for our good. That gives us His perspective on our lives today. * How do we deal with the guilt of our sins and relax? * Why should we not make vows? * What does Paul mean by "I too speak in tongues..."?

""Therefore as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, having been firmly rooted and now being built up in Him and established in your faith, just as you were instructed, and overflowing with gratitude." Colossians 2:6-7 As the grace of God touches our heart, we respond by faith. We walk in Him by that same faith. * Why do the Bereans say there are 2 gospels? Would you consider them a cult? * Prudence asks about paranormal activity and mentions "absent from the body and present with the Lord". * Mark wants to know about the proper doctrine of salvation. * How do I say to my pastor that raffles are not OK?

"A familiar passage in the Word is Ephesians 2:8-10. It begins "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them." Ephesians 2:8-10 Everything we experience as believers is by grace through faith. There is nothing we can do to - salvation, eternal life, righteousness, holiness, etc. is a gift of God. * What happens when your faith fails? * Can a believer be filled with the spirit without speaking in tongues? * And since the Bible refers to being sealed by the spirit, is speaking in tongues proof that one is sealed?

"I've often asked the question, if you could have anything in life, what would it be? Quite often the answer comes back, "just a little peace". And the only source of peace is God. Paul put it this way in Romans: "Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ..." Romans 5:1 * Jack asks, "Why is the Christian God male? Shouldn't there be harmony in God and therefore God would be expressed in both the masculine and feminine?" * Harold wonders how God's provision of food and clothing for us works in light of so much need around the world. * Charlene writes: "I feel like the whole purpose for my life is to worship Him. I feel complete now - like I now know why I am here on Earth. Is there anything I am missing?" * How do we maintain and communicate an attitude of appreciation toward one another?

"One of the most assuring passages in the Bible is found in John 10:22. One of the most often asked questions is surrounding one's assurance of their salvation. "Jesus answered them, "I told you, and you do not believe; the works that I do in My Father's name, these testify of Me. But you do not believe because you are not of My sheep. My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me; and I give eternal life to them, and they will never perish; and no one will snatch them out of My hand." * Barbara's friend asked her about marrying without a marriage license. Is this appropriate? * Ernest comments on Bob's opening statements concerning assurance of salvation. He asks, "can we leave our salvation?"

"How do you read the Bible? How do you know if what you're reading applies to you? "For this reason He is the mediator of a new covenant, so that, since a death has taken place for the redemption of the transgressions that were committed under the first covenant, those who have been called may receive the promise of the eternal inheritance. ..." Hebrews 9:15-22 * J asks "is it wrong for me to want to have a cold one every now and then?" * Amanda has "been struggling with the thought that as a Christian I should be a stay-at-home mom." * Watch our latest video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AlLjZ2Ic1c * Tom continues to struggle with sin and asks, "how can I walk in continual victory?"

""What then shall we say? That the Gentiles, who did not pursue righteousness, have obtained it, a righteousness that is by faith ..." Romans 9:30 * Tony comments on our Hebrews 10:26 YouTube video, could you please explain to who Jesus was/is referring in Matthew 7:22-23? * Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/basicgospel * What is the truth about the need to repent? * Randy asks if he needs to repent continuously of his sexual sin. * Greg asks, what about those who get saved then end up backsliding and sin willfully?

""But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life." Titus 3:4-7 * In response to what she heard at Sunday school, Nadine asks about water baptism. Is it works? She goes on to ask about walking away from Christ. Is it possible? * Matthew asks if there are still prophets today? * Can you explain the difference between "Lordship Salvation" and "Free Grace Theology"? Which one is Biblical?

"Paul really speaks to what the Gospel of Grace is all about. "Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or do we need, like some people, letters of recommendation to you or from you? You yourselves are our letter, written on our hearts, known and read by everyone. ... He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant--not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life." 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 * Gene is struggling with how to pray for his daughter-in-law who's suffering with stage 4 colon cancer. He's praying for healing, but doesn't seen any change. * "The person who knows my commandments and keeps them, that's who loves me.... " John 14:21 What are His commandments? I want to love Him and be loved by the Father.

"Before we got new life we had to go through death. The story of the Gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. God had to take us though death to bring us to life in Him. "What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! ... We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life." Romans 6:1-4 * Are most professing Christians today saved, or is there only a remnant that is truly saved? * Freida struggles with the aftermath of a bad dream and asks how she can overcome it.

"Grace puts us in union with Jesus. His story becomes our story. The truth of this is profound. It's one thing to know that we have been saved and will spend eternity with him. It's quite another to know that you have been given a new heart and Jesus has taken up residence in you. When you realize you are a new creature in Christ, you can live a life full of abundance. * Why would Paul circumcise Titus in the Book of Acts? * How do I get my zeal for God? * With reference to Galatians 3, why are we not justified by our efforts to keep the law? * Some use 1 Peter 3:21 as a water baptism requirement for salvation. Is this verse saying water is only a picture of the real baptism?

"Christianity hinges upon a single event two thousand years ago. The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And it the resurrection that causes many pause. Paul addresses Jesus' resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15:14,17 "and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain, your faith also is in vain. ... and if Christ has not been raised, your faith is worthless; you are still in your sins." * Sharon calls to say how great the UNITED conference was and how much the celebration of The Lord's Supper meant to her. * Is Satan the prince of this world? * https://basicgospel.net/youtube * How can I get closer to God?

"What is the first Bible verse that you memorized? Bob Davis answers with John 3:16. The life that God has called us to is a life of trust. To trust in the Lord. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6 * The day after I was saved religion started me on a self improvement life. Now it is Grace and nothing else. Basic Gospel spoke the truth and I like it mush better. * In light of the fact that all my sins are forgiven, what do I do when I sin? * What does it mean to work out your salvation with fear and trembling? * Is there eternal punishment for non-believers?

""He predestined us to adoption as sons and daughters through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will, to the praise of the glory of His grace, with which He favored us in the Beloved." Ephesians 1:5-6 * Christina is struggling with a mandate that requires her to get vaccinated. * Who is it that determines what writing is inspired by God? * How does the vaccine mandate differ from say a seat belt mandate? How does a religious exemption apply?

"It takes courage to look to the Lord and keep your eyes on Him. Why? Because the world stands against you. What is the will of the Lord? 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 "Finally then, brothers and sisters, we request and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received instruction from us as to how you ought to walk and please God (just as you actually do walk), that you excel even more. ... For this is the will of God, your sanctification; ..." * Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://basicgospel.net/youtube * What is indwelling sin? How can we differentiate from our identity? * Shane is questioning his 2 year relationship with his girlfriend who is at odds with his beliefs. * Samuel asks about the NIV translation of 1 John 4:15.

"How do we please God? What are His expectations? So often we question our relationship with God by questioning who we are in Christ. However the truth is that our identity in Christ is secured by Jesus himself and we are pleasing to God through our faith in Christ. * Do you think people don't come to God because they fear God? * How did Jesus become sin for us without becoming a sinner? * What about those who wait until they are dying to ask God to save them? Will God forgive a them?

"Be sure to check the Basic Gospel YouTube channel for a new video this Thursday. What must we do to please God? When you exercise faith in God's plan for you - that's Jesus - He is pleased with you. * Jane calls to answer the question about pleasing God with Hebrews 11:6. * Fred echoes Jane's comments about pleasing God and that living our life for Christ is pleasing to God. * Is there Biblically such a thing as 'Apostolic succession'? * What is the glory of God? Could you please explain and give Bible verses. * My mom hasn't been able to forgive herself for her accident which caused the death of my sister. What can I do to help?

"Eternal life is knowing God the Father and Jesus Christ the Son (John 17:3). Knowing God and being known by him is Christianity. If we are going to know him, we must go to him by faith not by religion. This relationship that starts at the foot of the cross of Jesus Christ is fulfilled as Christ the Risen Lord comes to live inside of us. It is him working in us that which is pleasing in his sight. It's a win-win situation. We get to know God and through that relationship we know what His will is for our lives. * Martin called to ask about the scripture "seek his kingdom and his righteousness" found in Matthew 6:33. * Jeremy asks about Romans 11:29. Does it mean that salvation is irrevocable. * Jacqueline asks if 2 Chronicles 7:14 is speaking only to Israel? * Shiro asks about a message he heard that taught that any death is the appointed time to die.

"Basic Gospel, through a live, question and answer format, brings the simple, powerful, life-changing good news to everyday life. The practical, grace-oriented, New Covenant teaching helps listeners connect to and grow in the love of Jesus Christ. * conference question * Will God ever say to a believer depart from me I never knew you? * Why do I still struggle with depression? * Did Jesus go to hell after the cross?