Podcasts about Prevenient grace

Sunday, May 4th, 2025 Series: The Movement of Grace Title: "Prevenient Grace" Scripture: Luke 19:1-10 (MSG) By: Rev. Marisa Gertz Bulletins 11:00 AM https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-05-04-25-11AM.pdf 9:30 AM https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-05-04-25-930AM-WEB.pdf 8:00 AM https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-05-04-25-8AM.pdf Scripture https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=luke%2019%3A1-10&version=MSG To support the ongoing ministries of Trinity, consider making a gift here: https://pushpay.com/g/trinitygnv?src=hpp For more information, go to https://trinitygnv.org/ Copyrighted content included in this webcast is used with license under one or more of the following: Christian Copyright Solutions WORSHIP cast Streaming License and PERFORM music License #7840 (to publicly perform and/or web stream any musical composition controlled by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC), CVLI (Christian Video Licensing International) #503915511, CVLI ScreenVue License #502477880, CCLI Church Streaming & Podcast License #CSPL016331, CCLI Church Copyright License #1022361, and/or CCLI Church Rehearsal License #CRL011587.

In this episode, listen to a lecture on Original Sin and Prevenient Grace by William Greathouse. In this lecture, Dr. Greathouse provides a historical perspective on the Augustinian and Pelagian views of original sin, and then articulates a Wesleyan understanding of this doctrine in contrast to Luther and Calvin.   Lifelong Learning Code: 80890 Click here to learn about Lifelong Learning

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Prevenient Grace – Today is Palm Sunday, and in keeping with our Lenten theme, “Table Transformations,” the scripture from Luke is about the deal Judas made with the chief priests and scribes to betray Jesus, and also the subsequent Passover meal Jesus and the twelve shared when he blessed the bread and cup revealing that they represented his body and blood, and then he revealed that one of them was going to betray him. Our ancestor in Methodism, John Wesley, had a concept of three movements of grace, the first being prevenient grace, grace that is offered by God to everyone. Jesus demonstrates prevenient grace in the Lukan story of the Passover meal as he shares the meal, even the symbols of his body and blood, with all of the disciples, knowing that when he would be tried and crucified they would all abandon him in various ways, especially Judas. And yet, his invitation and sharing the meal with them is a demonstration of God's invitation to everyone. Our response to that invitation of prevenient grace is to be open and accepting of God's love and then to share it with others.

A discussion about the theological concept of prevenient grace

A discussion about the theological concept of prevenient grace

TOGETHER GROUP QUESTIONS How have you seen God work over the last few months in your life?Of the various kinds of grace which one spoke to you and impacted you most?In your story when or where did the grace of God see you?Share a time when you recognize it had to be God's grace that worked in your life or your situation.Personally, how did God's grace change your heart? Of the action steps to grow in grace which one can you commit to and how?DIG DEEPER Common Grace is given indiscriminately to all people.Psa 145:9; Mat 5:45Prevenient Grace - the grace that goes before salvationJoh 6:45Saving Grace - the grace that saves usEph 2:8Justifying Grace - “Just as if I never sinned.”Rom 3:23-24Sanctifying Grace - the grace that transforms us/makes us holy.Tit 2:11-12Sufficient Grace - the grace that meets all our needs.1 Cor 9:8; Heb 4:16Sustaining Grace - the grace to keep on going.1 Pet 5:10

TOGETHER GROUP QUESTIONS How have you seen God work over the last few months in your life?Of the various kinds of grace which one spoke to you and impacted you most?In your story when or where did the grace of God see you?Share a time when you recognize it had to be God's grace that worked in your life or your situation.Personally, how did God's grace change your heart? Of the action steps to grow in grace which one can you commit to and how?DIG DEEPER Common Grace is given indiscriminately to all people.Psa 145:9; Mat 5:45Prevenient Grace - the grace that goes before salvationJoh 6:45Saving Grace - the grace that saves usEph 2:8Justifying Grace - “Just as if I never sinned.”Rom 3:23-24Sanctifying Grace - the grace that transforms us/makes us holy.Tit 2:11-12Sufficient Grace - the grace that meets all our needs.1 Cor 9:8; Heb 4:16Sustaining Grace - the grace to keep on going.1 Pet 5:10

In this sermon we begin a series looking at the word grace. We look at how easily we can become comfortable with it forgetting what made it wonderful in the first place. We focus specifically on God's prevenient grace (with a little help from Juan Valdez and Conchita) and how God is everywhere and always giving the gift of the divine presence, which is grace (with a little help again from Flannery O'Connor).

Read Hebrews 4: 14-16.1. What does the word “grace” mean to you?2. How is grace different than “mercy” that we discussed last week?How are they similar?3. Pastor Mick said one of his seminary leaders used to say, “Theanswer is always grace.” What do you think of that sentiment? Doyou agree? Why/why not?4. What do you think about the Wesleyan understanding of grace asPrevenient Grace, Justifying Grace, and Sanctifying Grace? What doeach of these forms of grace represent? How have you experiencedeach form of grace in your own life?5. What does it mean to “approach the throne of grace withconfidence”? Are you able to do that? Why/why not?6. Read Ephesians 2: 8-9. What does this passage mean to you?7. Read 2 Corinthians 12: 9. Have you ever felt like God has said thesame thing to you that God said to Paul? How does that make youfeel?8. Read 2 Corinthians 5: 17. How is God's grace “sufficient” to makeyou a new creation? What does life as a “new creation” look like?9. How might the Communion Table represent God's Throne of Grace?How should we come to this Table?10. Who is invited to the Table? Who made up the guest list?Prayer for the Week:Almighty God, we thank you for your grace. We thank you for the giftsof forgiveness and salvation that we could never earn, but freely receivethrough the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. We were once dead inour sins, but you have made us alive in Christ. Indeed, we are newcreations in Christ because of your grace. Remind us that you invite usto approach your throne of grace with confidence. You are the solutionto that God-shaped hole in our hearts. Give us ears to hear your stillsmall voice calling us to you. Give us wisdom and courage to respond toyou by surrendering our lives to you. And when we are afraid to reallydo this in earnest, remind us that your grace is sufficient and we neednot be afraid. Thank you, Lord, for the gift of your amazing grace. Wepray all of this in the name of the One who makes it possible, Jesus theChrist, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, nowand forever. Amen.

Bob Strader. Grace! It's Amazing!! - Sermon series. September 8, 2024. Christ Community Church: https://www.cccfamily.org. Watch online: https://www.youtube.com/user/CCCFamilyArlingtonTX

A Time to Remember Part 2 (Holy Communion Sunday)Mark 14:22-25; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 In my sermon this Sunday, "A Time to Remember," I will prompt the congregation to acknowledge and appreciate the individuals who have significantly shaped their lives. I will emphasize the importance of remembering and honoring them as a form of care. I will move on to discuss grace's crucial role — an unmerited, unconditional love from God — present at every stage of life, even before birth. The sermon recognizes four forms of grace: "Prevenient Grace," which represents God's continuous pursuit of establishing a relationship with us; "Convicting Grace," the realization of our faults and the need for repentance; "Justifying Grace," which sees us forgiven and in a right relationship with God; and "Sanctifying Grace," our response to God's love through deepening our relationship and living according to His will. Finally, "Perfecting Grace," evolves us into the form of Christ as we grow stronger in our faith and spirituality.I will then discuss the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion as pathways for receiving such divine grace. The sermon clarifies that these sacraments are not about gaining salvation or God's favor, but rather as means to enrich our connection with God. The sermon emphasizes the role of Baptism in establishing our Christian identity and mission, while Holy Communion nourishes us spiritually. As a concrete physical representation of God's grace, Holy Communion uses bread and wine as symbols of God's love making it visible and tangible. The act becomes a "sign-act," where words, actions, and physical elements transmit God's love. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we encounter Christ at the Communion table, receiving the spiritual benefits available to us. Participating in Holy Communion over time reshapes us into Christ's image, healing our relationship with God and strengthening us to continue his work in the world.The sermon concludes with the reminder that participating in Holy Communion is a way of experiencing eternal life and uniting with Christ both in the present and the afterlife. I will reiterate the necessity of being grateful for God's love. The essence of this message is centered around remembrance, gratitude, and divine grace in the form of sacraments. We will then partake of Holy Communion. Grace and Peace,Stephen

God invites us to choose Him through His prevenient grace. Do not be afraid to humbly explore this offer. He loves you and wants you to make the right choice, which is to follow Him!

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In this episode of "The 167 Podcast," Lead Pastor Shannon Patterson and Media Pastor Joshua Harrell delve into one of the most profound theological questions: Has God already decided who will follow Him, or do we have a say in the matter? Do we choose God, or does He choose us? Does He preselect those who will spend eternity in heaven or hell? Join us as we explore these questions from a Wesleyan-Arminian perspective, emphasizing free will and God's grace. We'll delve into the concept of Prevenient Grace—the grace that goes before us, inviting us onto the porch of faith. Justifying Grace welcomes us through the door, and Sanctifying Grace transforms us within. Discover how Wesleyan-Arminians view human depravity, our inherent inability to do good or repent without divine aid, and the role of Prevenient Grace in drawing us to God. We'll discuss the biblical basis for these beliefs and how they shape our understanding of salvation. Tune in to gain deeper insights into the interplay between divine grace and human free will. Other Episode to listen too: Episode 31 Of The 167 Podcast - Arminianism Vs. Calvinism

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Chapel Reformed Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: What is Reformed Theology/Calvinism 13: Errors of Prevenient Grace & Semi-Pelagianism Subtitle: Reformed Theology & Calvinism Speaker: Traever Guingrich Broadcaster: Grace Chapel Reformed Baptist Church Event: Midweek Service Date: 3/6/2024 Bible: John 12:32; Romans 1:20 Length: 50 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Chapel Reformed Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: What is Reformed Theology/Calvinism 13: Errors of Prevenient Grace & Semi-Pelagianism Subtitle: Reformed Theology & Calvinism Speaker: Traever Guingrich Broadcaster: Grace Chapel Reformed Baptist Church Event: Midweek Service Date: 3/6/2024 Bible: John 12:32; Romans 1:20 Length: 50 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Chapel Reformed Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: What is Reformed Theology/Calvinism 13: Errors of Prevenient Grace & Semi-Pelagianism Subtitle: Reformed Theology & Calvinism Speaker: Traever Guingrich Broadcaster: Grace Chapel Reformed Baptist Church Event: Midweek Service Date: 3/6/2024 Bible: John 12:32; Romans 1:20 Length: 50 min.

“Repent and believe the Gospel.”   How does God's grace lead us to repentance?  In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue a conversation on salvation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute. Listen and Subscribe to Podechesis on: Apple (Leave a 5-Star Review!!!), Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, Google, YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Listen Notes, and Deezer. Questions? Send us an email or leave a voicemail. questions@podechesis.com Voicemail: (404) 635-6679‬ Spirit & Truth The Podechesis Podcast is a proud member of the Spirit & Truth Podcast Network. Spirit & Truth is a movement of Wesleyan-minded Christians seeking to awaken and equip the 21st-century church, through the power of the Holy Spirit, to share the Gospel and make disciples of Jesus Christ. We long to see a new movement of Christians who are empowered by the Spirit, rooted in the truth, and mobilized for the mission. For more information and resources, visit www.spiritandtruth.life Find out more information about upcoming Spirit and Truth conferences at www.spiritandtruth.life/conferences. Spirit and Truth Podcasts The Firebrand Podcast Reclamation Podcast The Spirit and Truth Podcast Spirit and Truth Conferences Click here to learn more about the upcoming conference in Ohio. Important Links The Faith Once Delivered Published TFOD The John Wesley Institute John Wesley Institute Videos Firebrand Magazine The Daily Text Episode Credits: Episode written, produced, and hosted by Brett Maddocks, Jim Morrow, and Allen Cason. Allen, Brett, and Jim are three Christ-followers, fathers, pastors, and all around decent fellows who love Jesus, his church, and the historic faith.  You can reach us individually via Twitter. @casonpreach @jimmorrow @bmaddocks Post Production by Stanton Creative, LLC. About Stanton Creative Stanton Creative seeks to serve by providing inspiration & support for fellow creatives through a variety of resources, including podcast and video editing. But it's not just WHAT we do that excites us…it's WHY. As followers of Jesus Christ, we strive to honor God in everything we do. This includes using our creativity to ascribe glory to our Creator. But our mission doesn't stop there! Our goal is to empower other creatives to utilize their gifts, talents, and imaginations to glorify God through their creations. Need help on your next project? Then book your consultation now!

Are you facing tough choices in life? Join us for this season of Perspectives FUMCSD Pastors Podcast as we dive into the Journey of the Hard Stuff. The women clergy of First Church in San Diego unpack the story of Moses from Exodus and tie it back to the challenges faced through history and modern life. In this episode, join Rev. Trudy and Rev. Hannah as they examine Exodus Chapter 3: 1-11, examining how Moses tried to avoid the call of God. After all, he was a runaway fugitive – an asylum seeker – who was he to lead God’s people? And yet, despite his dark past, ultimately Moses rises to the challenge. It’s a story of international relations, politics, and spirituality. And, along with so many other stories throughout the Bible, it serves as a reminder of how God’s involvement begins with everyday moments that serve as a catalyst for something much larger than we could ever imagine. We might not feel qualified in the moment but if we listen and answer the call, we don’t know who else may be reached or how. Want to join the discussion? We invite you to our weekly discussion group, Convergence. Taking place on our church campus in the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego or through Zoom. Get additional details online: In Person Online For this episode, we’ll be discussing the following questions: Have you ever felt God nudging you to do something? What are your excuses for not answering a call from God? How have you answered a call from God? What effect has answering a call from God had on your life and the lives of others?

Are you facing tough choices in life? Join us for this season of Perspectives FUMCSD Pastors Podcast as we dive into the Journey of the Hard Stuff. The women clergy of First Church in San Diego unpack the story of Moses from Exodus and tie it back to the challenges faced through history and modern life. In this episode, join Rev. Trudy and Rev. Hannah as they examine Exodus Chapter 3: 1-11, examining how Moses tried to avoid the call of God. After all, he was a runaway fugitive – an asylum seeker – who was he to lead God’s people? And yet, despite his dark past, ultimately Moses rises to the challenge. It’s a story of international relations, politics, and spirituality. And, along with so many other stories throughout the Bible, it serves as a reminder of how God’s involvement begins with everyday moments that serve as a catalyst for something much larger than we could ever imagine. We might not feel qualified in the moment but if we listen and answer the call, we don’t know who else may be reached or how. Want to join the discussion? We invite you to our weekly discussion group, Convergence. Taking place on our church campus in the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego or through Zoom. Get additional details online: In Person Online For this episode, we’ll be discussing the following questions: Have you ever felt God nudging you to do something? What are your excuses for not answering a call from God? How have you answered a call from God? What effect has answering a call from God had on your life and the lives of others?

Does the Bible teach prevenient grace? That is, does God offer a kind of grace to all people that neutralizes their sin nature so that when they hear the gospel, he or she can choose to believe Christ by an exercise of free will? That's what Pastor Bob will talk about on this episode of Wisdom828. Check it out!

Can God's grace in salvation be resisted? Or is it irresistible as some believe? That debate has been going on for over 400 years. Let's talk about it on this episode of Wisdom828. Check it out!

Debunking the myth of “prevenient grace.” If you live in the Austin area, Pastor Joel just started planting a brand new church called Covenant Bible Church in Georgetown, Texas. He would love for you to come visit on a Sunday. Check out the church's website for details: covenantbible.org

Debunking the myth of “prevenient grace.”

Debunking the myth of “prevenient grace.”

This series looks at the activity of God through the Holy Spirit in the lives of human beings. The opening sermon focuses on the idea of Prevenient Grace as God's Spirit moving in our lives and pulling us towards Jesus before we are aware of it.

This is part 1 of a 3 part series of testimonies collected by Nazarene Discipleship international and featured at General Assembly 2023 listen to the stories of God's prevenient grace seen in lives of Jared, Nicolas, George, Jenee, Eleana, and Marcial. Look forward to the conclusion of these stories on the podcast. 00:00 Intro 00:28 Jared 02:40 Nicolas 06:00 George 09:13 Jenee 11:44 Eleana 14:14 Marcial 16:52 Outro

In this episode we hear the testimony of Matt, and talk about the numerous times that he should've died, the time he did die , and the time He died to self, and became alive in Christ, and how throughout it all, God's grace was there.

We had a glorious Celebration worship service! Remember, in our darkest moments, God is working things out! May he find us being accountable and walking His road respectfully and truthfully (2 Tim 1:13, 1 Peter 3:15). 

In this message, God teaches us about His anticipative love and His prevenient grace; along with the topic of the flesh and how necessary it is to stay in His presence and the affects that can happen when we leave our First Love. To purchase booklets please visit this link. https://www.awordofgrace.org/booklets To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://www.awordofgrace.org/support Scripture References: John 1

Dr. Leighton Flowers responds further to Dr. Brian Abasciano and other Arminians who insist 1 Cor. 12:3 must be supporting the concept of an innate inability to believe the gospel apart from an unmediated working of the Spirit within the heart of the sinner giving them back that moral capacity (referred to as Prevenient Grace).   To SUPPORT this broadcast, please click here: https://soteriology101.com/support/   Subscribe to the Soteriology 101 Newsletter here: www.soteriology101.com/newsletter   Is Calvinism all Leighton talks about? https://soteriology101.com/2017/09/22/is-calvinism-all-you-talk-about/   DOWNLOAD OUR APP: LINK FOR ANDROIDS: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... LINK FOR APPLE: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soterio...   Go to www.ridgemax.co for all you software development needs! Show them some love for their support of Soteriology101!!!   To ORDER Dr. Flowers Curriculum “Tiptoeing Through Tulip,” please click here: https://soteriology101.com/shop/   To listen to the audio only, be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or one of the other podcast players found here: https://soteriology101.com/home/   For more about Traditionalism (or Provisionism), please visit www.soteriology101.com   Dr. Flowers' book, “The Potter's Promise,” can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Potters-Promis...   Dr. Flowers' book, “God's Provision for All” can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Provision...   To engage with other believers cordially join our Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1806702...   For updates and news, follow us at:  www.facebook/Soteriology101   Or @soteriology101 on Twitter   Please SHARE on Facebook and Twitter and help spread the word!   To learn more about other ministries and teachings from Dr. Flowers, go here: https://soteriology101.com/2017/09/22...   To become a Patreon supporter or make a one-time donation: https://soteriology101.com/support/    

In this episode, we continue TULIP: A series comparing Calvinism and Classical Arminianism. This episode moves us into the doctrine of Grace. We'll briefly explain Grace and the points of agreement between Calvinists and Arminianism. This will be followed by a discussion on the Arminian conception of Prevenient Grace.    Get the resources/further reading materials on the episode landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/04/27/tulip-10-the-doctrine-of-grace-arminianism-and-prevenient-grace/    Christ is the Cure is subscriber supported: Join the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure or go to https://christisthecure.org/support-citc/

How Grace Was Understood by Paul, Luther and Wesley including Prevenient Grace, Justification and Sanctification

What is Grace? This week, we're talking about Prevenient Grace, a Grace that comes from God even before we know who God is. Today's scripture comes from Romans 2:1-4. Original Broadcast Date: February 5, 2023 creekwoodumc.org

December 8, 2022. Immaculate Conception homily by Fr. Matt Lowry about how God has given us all the grace we need to persevere and share in His glory in heaven. We have freedom like Mary to participate in God's plan.

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Sin separates us from God's will, and from each other. So how are freed from sin? Where does hope begin? “Grace is the marrow of Scripture” Description: Ken looks at grace within the Scriptures, and how sin can wound and separate. How are we to be freed from sin? Where does hope begin? Ephesians 2:1-10 fmhousotn.com

http://bible.com/events/48982006 What We Believe (2)" Christian theology teaches the doctrine of prevenient grace, which, briefly stated, means that before a man can seek God, God must have first sought the man." A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God Over the next few weeks as a church we are going to explore what we believe, a few of the key doctrines and concepts of scripture, that shape our life individually as well as our life together as the Church. Together we want to get a clearer picture of the nature of our faith as the Church of the Nazarene, not just to gain knowledge, but to value the freedom and joy found in living out the way of Jesus of Nazareth. Welcome to our series “What We Believe” Today we are looking at: PREVENIENT GRACE This belief based upon the Scriptures sets Christianity apart from other world religions. Christianity = God has moved first towards us, longing for our response World Religions = We must move first towards god (the gods) + hopefully they will respond in a gracious way Enabling Universal Resistible ‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭2‬:‭1‬-‭5‬‬ As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of wrath. But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. G.R.A.C.E Gods Riches At Christ Expense ‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬‬ But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ‭‭Romans‬ ‭2‬:‭4‬‬ John Arnold “Wesleyans are utterly pessimistic about human nature and outrageously optimistic about God's grace. We must never confuse the two. Optimism about grace is not optimism about man. Without God's grace, we are helpless to make any move towards God. Any desire or ability to do what is right comes from God as a free gift. From beginning to end, the Wesleyan watchword is grace, grace, grace. Nothing is man-centered. God gets all the glory for our salvation.” By grace you are saved, through faith. Because God sought you first. CHARLES SPURGEON “Remember, that God is not the God of uniformity, though he is of union and peace. He may lead you at once into joy and peace, as Nathanael, who said as soon as he saw Christ, “Rabbi, thou art the Son of God; thou art the King of Israel.” God may, and doubtless has been blessing you through his grace from your birth; but he needs not to plunge you many days in the cold, dark waters of conviction, to wash away your sin: the blood of Christ at once can cleanse from all sin, if you confide your soul to him. Believe, therefore, and you are at once justified and at peace with God.” WHAT WILL YOUR RESPONSE BE TO HIS COMPASSIONATE PURSUING GRACE TODAY? Titus 3:4-7 John 6:44 2 Peter 3:9 John 1:9 John 12:32 Titus 2:11

Church of the Nazarene - East Rock What We Believe What we believe: Prevenient Grace Over the next few weeks as a church we are going to explore what we believe, a few of the key doctrines and concepts of scripture, that shape our life individually as well as our life together as the Church. Together we want to get a clearer picture of the nature of our faith as the Church of the Nazarene, not just to gain knowledge, but to value the freedom and joy found in living out the way of Jesus of Nazareth. I welcome you to our new teaching series “What we believe”‭‭ Genesis‬ ‭3‬:‭1‬-‭3 ‬‬Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden'?” The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat fruit from the trees in the garden, but God did say, ‘You must not eat fruit from the tree that is in the middle of the garden, and you must not touch it, or you will die.' ” Just before this encounter, God had said they could eat from any tree in the garden, all the trees in the garden except one. God had warned Adam that if they ate from this one prohibited tree, they would die.‭‭ Genesis‬ ‭3‬:‭4‬-‭7‬‬ “You will not certainly die,” the serpent said to the woman. “For God knows that when you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it. Then the eyes of both of them were opened, and they realized they were naked; so they sewed fig leaves together and made coverings for themselves. When they disobeyed God, the truth is, they did die, just like God said. but it was not in the sense they expected. What died was their spiritual life, their connection with God, their sensitivity to Him. They became the original walking dead, and today we continue to live out that death. Dead to the things of God, insensitive to the things of the spirit, unable to resuscitate ourselves, unable to bring life back to our soul. As we look at What We Believe, we will see that God has made the first move. The beautiful truth of what we believe is that God has already made a way for us to have life, to know him, and he is calling you to life today.We believe in God's prevenient Grace. Prevenient grace takes on so many forms, coming through so many different avenues, but it all has one single purpose: To call you to Christ. To awaken you, to make it possible for you to go from death to life in Jesus. ‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭2‬:‭1‬-‭3 ‬‬As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of wrath. The reality of being spiritually dead has with it some of the same implications that being physically dead might. When we are spiritually dead, our senses are not quickened to the things of the spirit. We do not discern right from wrong as we should We are not responding as we should to the things of God, or to the world. We were both deaf and dead to God, focused often on ourselves. And we are essentially doomed In our sin-dead state we are influenced by or own desires and spurred on by the ruler of the kingdom of the air, and that's the swindler from the Garden- satan himself. Paul doesn't mince words, he says in our dead state of sin, we are deserving of God's anger and judgment. It's a clear fact of God's Holiness, that sin will be judged. And that's where we all start, living in death. It would be a tragic and hopeless story if this were the end- it would be tragic if it were not for Prevenient Grace.‭‭ Ephesians‬ ‭2‬:‭4‬-‭5‬‬ But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. The point of prevenient grace is to make us alive with Christ, to be awaked from our spiritual death to new life in Christ through repentance and faith in him.- Our senses are quickened to things of the spirit.- Our discernment of right and wrong is quickened- We have a sense of a need to change- to do different. Perhaps even an awareness of our need for Christ. We believe that God extends this grace to everyone! He enables all who will to choose him. You know, there's another important thing about this Grace- We believe you must respond to it.The Article of Faith for Prevenient Grace says it this way: We also believe that the human race's creation in Godlikeness included the ability to choose between right and wrong, and that thus human beings were made morally responsible. The Lord doesn't want anyone to live spiritually dead. He is pouring out his prevenient grace on everyone, desiring that nobody miss out on life with him.But we have to choose. God has made the first move thousands of times, will you respond this time?

Lance begins our series on grace by exploring prevenient grace - the expression of grace that comes before we can even do anything to respond. “God always takes the first step.“ Description: Lance begins our series on grace by exploring prevenient grace - the expression of grace that comes before we can even do anything to respond. He starts with the book of Ephesians and what it means to say “by grace you have been saved through faith.” Ephesians 2:1-10 fmhouston.com

Join Carol McLeod for the third installment of her series Meanwhile, based on the life of Joseph of the Old Testament. Today's episode deals with Joseph being thrown into a cistern only to be racing and sold as a slave: horrible events that will later prove to be used by God is the wisdom of His prevenient grace.   We have all experienced a “meanwhile” in life when God is strategically laboring behind the scenes to work all things together for our good and for His glory. Sometimes a “meanwhile” can be a mighty long and challenging “mean while”. Such is the story of Joseph – and it is likely to be the story of your life as well!   Connect with Carol and order your copy of Meanwhile at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ 

In this episode we walk through a Wesleyan Ordo Salutis (order of salvation), which pertains to the steps or stages in the salvation of a follower of Christ. These steps include Prevenient Grace, Convicting Grace, Repentance, Justification, Regeneration, Assurance, Sanctifying Grace, Subsequent Repentance, Entire Sanctification, and Glorification.

Headings 3 and 4 of the Synod of Dort- Total Depravity - Irresistible Grace. Is the Arminian doctrine of prevenient grace taught in John 1-9- How did the fall impact the human race according to Scripture-

Here’s the video on dealing with depression, which I mentioned during the stream: https://youtu.be/KspwQ2wyuUU Taking live questions from the YT live chat! Every Friday at 1 p.m. Pacific time. While I don't pretend to know all the answers, I hope to offer some thoughts that will help you in the direction of thinking biblically about things. The BibleThinker mugs can be found here. I don't make any profit from these - they are made by a third party and $5 per mug will go to support different ministries I choose.https://www.zockollpottery.com/product-page/new-bible-thinker-mug My website: https://BibleThinker.org 1. 0:31 {Were Jesus’ Disciples Married?} Were Christ’s disciples married / did they have families? I believe there is a reference to Peter’s in-law, but I find it to be an interesting question. What would it be like for them? How would that fit with what the Lord tells us about the role of a husband/father? The love for God trumps all, so did that override their responsibilities as a husband/father?2. 9:55 {Should We Give to Beggars?} I've had multiple encounters where people directly approach me and my wife on the street or at a gas station asking for money, food, or a ride. I know most people would say don't give anything because you're feeding their bad habit, and I know there is also the risk that if you do help/give, they may try to push for even more favors. But it's obvious that Jesus was compassionate toward beggars. What are some biblical principles for this in today's age?3. 15:37 {What is a Miracle?} What is a miracle? If it can be explained, is it still a miracle?4. 20:54 {Should we be Worried about Gov’t Control?} Should Christians be worried about government control? I have friends not getting the Covid vaccine because "it's a way to be controlled by the government.” I want to think biblically about this.5. 26:09 {About Walking by the Spirit} Does living in the Spirit mean fighting the flesh? How do you fight something that is already dead?6. 32:04 {About “Perfect Love Casting Out Fear”} What did John mean in 1 John by “perfect love casts out fear, and that whoever fears has not been made perfect…”?7. 34:43 {About Paul and a Time Gap in Scripture} Why didn’t Luke mention the time gap that took place during Acts 9: 20-26, that Paul mentioned in Galatians 1: 17-18?8. 40:20 {Prayer to Help with Deep Depression} Can you pray for me? I’ve battled depression my whole life, and the past 2 weeks I’ve gotten so low I need some prayer if you have the time.9. 43:13 {Why did Jesus need to be Led by the Spirit?} Why did Jesus (God) need to be filled, led, or anointed by the Spirit? Troubled by some saying that Jesus did everything as a man through the Spirit, so we should be able to do everything Jesus did.10. 48:10 {Forming a Healthy Work/Rest Balance} Since life is finite and Heaven is infinite, how do we justify spending any time not working to influence eternity? Where is the balance between relaxation & work? (Ephesians 5: 15-16 vs. 1 Thessalonians 4: 11)11. 53:10 {Refuting Catholic “Queenship” of Mary} How would you answer a Catholic who uses Revelation 12 to argue Mary's queenship?12. 59:06 {Can we be Confident in God’s Existence?} How can one ever be sure that the arguments for God’s existence are truly sound? Is it because all current objections fail? Maybe there is an Achilles heel that has not come up yet.13. 1:02:44 {What is Prevenient Grace?} I just heard about prevenient grace. I have looked it up and it just don't understand it. Can you explain it?14. 1:05:48 {Finding Hope in Difficult Situations} How do you interpret the hopelessness of Psalm 88? How can you comfort someone who feels what Psalm 88:18b (NIV) implies?15.

Here’s the video on dealing with depression, which I mentioned during the stream: https://youtu.be/KspwQ2wyuUU Taking live questions from the YT live chat! Every Friday at 1 p.m. Pacific time. While I don't pretend to know all the answers, I hope to offer some thoughts that will help you in the direction of thinking biblically about things. The BibleThinker mugs can be found here. I don't make any profit from these - they are made by a third party and $5 per mug will go to support different ministries I choose.https://www.zockollpottery.com/product-page/new-bible-thinker-mug My website: https://BibleThinker.org 1. 0:31 {Were Jesus’ Disciples Married?} Were Christ’s disciples married / did they have families? I believe there is a reference to Peter’s in-law, but I find it to be an interesting question. What would it be like for them? How would that fit with what the Lord tells us about the role of a husband/father? The love for God trumps all, so did that override their responsibilities as a husband/father?2. 9:55 {Should We Give to Beggars?} I've had multiple encounters where people directly approach me and my wife on the street or at a gas station asking for money, food, or a ride. I know most people would say don't give anything because you're feeding their bad habit, and I know there is also the risk that if you do help/give, they may try to push for even more favors. But it's obvious that Jesus was compassionate toward beggars. What are some biblical principles for this in today's age?3. 15:37 {What is a Miracle?} What is a miracle? If it can be explained, is it still a miracle?4. 20:54 {Should we be Worried about Gov’t Control?} Should Christians be worried about government control? I have friends not getting the Covid vaccine because "it's a way to be controlled by the government.” I want to think biblically about this.5. 26:09 {About Walking by the Spirit} Does living in the Spirit mean fighting the flesh? How do you fight something that is already dead?6. 32:04 {About “Perfect Love Casting Out Fear”} What did John mean in 1 John by “perfect love casts out fear, and that whoever fears has not been made perfect…”?7. 34:43 {About Paul and a Time Gap in Scripture} Why didn’t Luke mention the time gap that took place during Acts 9: 20-26, that Paul mentioned in Galatians 1: 17-18?8. 40:20 {Prayer to Help with Deep Depression} Can you pray for me? I’ve battled depression my whole life, and the past 2 weeks I’ve gotten so low I need some prayer if you have the time.9. 43:13 {Why did Jesus need to be Led by the Spirit?} Why did Jesus (God) need to be filled, led, or anointed by the Spirit? Troubled by some saying that Jesus did everything as a man through the Spirit, so we should be able to do everything Jesus did.10. 48:10 {Forming a Healthy Work/Rest Balance} Since life is finite and Heaven is infinite, how do we justify spending any time not working to influence eternity? Where is the balance between relaxation & work? (Ephesians 5: 15-16 vs. 1 Thessalonians 4: 11)11. 53:10 {Refuting Catholic “Queenship” of Mary} How would you answer a Catholic who uses Revelation 12 to argue Mary's queenship?12. 59:06 {Can we be Confident in God’s Existence?} How can one ever be sure that the arguments for God’s existence are truly sound? Is it because all current objections fail? Maybe there is an Achilles heel that has not come up yet.13. 1:02:44 {What is Prevenient Grace?} I just heard about prevenient grace. I have looked it up and it just don't understand it. Can you explain it?14. 1:05:48 {Finding Hope in Difficult Situations} How do you interpret the hopelessness of Psalm 88? How can you comfort someone who feels what Psalm 88:18b (NIV) implies?15.