Why is there so much evil and corruption in the world? Why do children need to be taught to behave, whereas disobedience and naughtiness come rather naturally? What exactly is sin, where does it come from, and how does it relate to our view of God’s mercy and grace in Jesus Christ? On this program the hosts will discuss these questions and more as they begin a new four-part series on the doctrine of Original Sin.
What is Original Sin?
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Series • 4 Episodes
Original Sin
Explore AllWhat Are the Effects of Original Sin?
Are children born with original guilt and corruption, or does Scripture teach that there is an age of accountability? What did Augustine, Pelagius, or Arminius believe about this important question? On this program the hosts will discuss various perspectives on the effects of the Fall that have arisen throughout the history of the church as […]
Sin & Grace
In his conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus said that a person can’t even see the kingdom of God unless he is first born again. In other words, because we are dead in sin, we must first be spiritually regenerated before we can express faith in Jesus or make a decision to follow him. Coming to grips […]
Sin & Grace in the Christian Life
How should we think about sin and repentance in a life of Christian discipleship? Do Christians continue to struggle with sin or is it possible to live a victorious Christian life? On this program the hosts will discuss what it means to be simultaneously justified and sinful by walking through chapters 6-7 of Paul’s letter […]
Sin
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The Wee Little Man and the Crescendo of Grace
We all have a list of people we think don’t deserve grace, and you’re likely on somebody else’s. And this, I think, was precisely Jesus’s point. He was more than willing to hobnob with the despised and rejected if it meant restoring them. He knew what Zacchaeus was and invited himself over anyway.
What Does It Mean to Walk in the Light?
This also highlights why being a part of a good church is so important. You might be trying to live the Christian life and fight against your sin totally in isolation on your own. It’s so important for us to be in solid Bible teaching churches where the word of God is faithfully preached, where […]
The Seven Deadly Sins of Pastoral Ministry with Jamin Goggin
Jamin Goggin joins Michael Horton to discuss his latest book, Pastoral Confessions: The Healing Path to Faithful Ministry.
A Sympathetic High Priest
“God may pity me, but he could never understand me.” Don’t we often feel that way, especially when confronted with the darkest parts of the human heart—both in ourselves and others? In this moving and pastorally rich opening presentation […]
