Andrew Rappaport's Rapp Report

Rapp Report episode 260 Holiness is a significant part of the Christian life, but few focus on it. This episode covers the doctrine of separation. This is the section of the Striving for Eternity doctrinal statement that is addressed: Separation from sin is clearly called for throughout the Old and New Testaments, and the Scriptures clearly indicate that in the last days, apostasy and worldliness...

Rapp Report episode 259 Does the Christian have eternal security?  Can Christians lose their salvation? This is a question often debated within Christianity. This episode addresses the doctrine of the security of salvation. This is the section of the Striving for Eternity doctrinal statement that is addressed: All the redeemed, once saved, are kept by God’s power and are thus secure in Christ fore...

Rapp Report episode 258 "Andy Stanley is a pastor and author who has spoken publicly about his belief that the Bible is clear that sexual activity should only occur within the context of a marriage between one man and one woman. He has also stated that while he personally disagrees with the lifestyle of homosexuality, individuals should be treated with love and respect. It's important to note that...

Rapp Report episode 257 The Calvinist Boo Crew has a discussion with Andrew Rappaport on a variety of topics. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources Listen to other podcasts on the Christian Podcast Community Support Striving for Eternity Leave us a review Fill out our survey about this show Give us your feedback, email us info@StrivingForEternity.com Get the boo...

Rapp Report episode 256 The topic of Sanctification is the cause of great confusion, especially between Christians and works-based systems. This is the section of the Striving for Eternity doctrinal statement that is addressed: There is also, by the work of the Holy Spirit, a progressive sanctification by which the state of the believer is brought closer to the standing the believer positionally e...

Rapp Report episode 255 The topic of Sanctification is the cause of great confusion, especially between Christians and works-based systems. This is the section of the Striving for Eternity doctrinal statement that is addressed: Every believer is sanctified (set apart) unto God by justification and is, therefore, declared to be holy and is, therefore, identified as a saint. Sanctification is positi...

Rapp Report episode 254 The topic of justification is the cause of great debate, especially between Christians and Roman Catholics. This is the section of the Striving for Eternity doctrinal statement that is addressed: Justification before God is an act of God (Romans 8:33) by which He legally declares righteous those who, through faith in Christ, repent of their sins (Luke 13:3; Acts 2:38; 3:19;...

Rapp Report episode 253 The topic of election is the cause of great debate. This is the role that God plays in selecting those He will save. This is the section of the Striving for Eternity doctrinal statement that is addressed: The unmerited favor that God grants to totally depraved sinners is neither related to any initiative of their own part nor to God’s anticipation of what they might do by t...

Rapp Report episode 252 The topic of election is the cause of great debate. This is the role that God plays in selecting those He will save. This is the section of the Striving for Eternity doctrinal statement that is addressed: Election is the act of God by which, before the foundation of the world, He chose in Christ those whom He graciously regenerates, saves, and sanctifies (Romans 8:28-30; Ep...

Rapp Report episode 251 The topic of regeneration is the cause of great debate. Are we saved by works or not? Does saying a prayer save us? How about deciding to follow Jesus? This is answered, and the confusion over this issue is explained. The issues of regeneration and sanctification are explained in detail. Andrew details the doctrine of super-intending, which solves the problem many see with...

Rapp Report episode 250 Andrew interviews Will Dobbie on his book Everlasting to Everlasting. A 30–day guide that clearly explains the steps of salvation This devotional walks readers through the stage–by–stage path of God’s salvation, from eternity past,through life and death, and into eternity future. The book explores rich, substantive theology, making it accessible and clear without dumbing it...

Rapp Report episode 249 A theological approach to this subject demonstrates that miracles done through human agents were rare, and as the New Testament era came to a close, they faded in frequency. To read the sermon and see all the charts and data check out: The New Testament Case for Fading Miracles. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources Listen to other podcas...

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Rapp Report episode 247 In this episode Andrew plays an episode of the Throughly Equipped podcast with Melissa Lex. She brings in a co-host, Amy Russo from Grace & Peace Radio, to talk about the book Radical Womanhood by Carolyn McCulley. Both women are podcasters on the Christian Podcast Community.  Topics discussed: The women behind feminism First, Second, and Third wave feminism The hypocrisy w...

Rapp Report episode 246 Many people fight over Calvinism and Arminianism. Who is right and who is wrong? the answer may surprise you. Andrew provides answers from Scripture to resolve this debate. Most of the focus of debate focuses on did God choose us or did we choose God. Also, the other question answered is who did Christ die for on the cross. This is a bonus episode. Listen to the last episod...

Rapp Report episode 245 The topic of regeneration is the cause of great debate. Are we saved by works or not? Does saying a prayer save us? How about deciding to follow Jesus? This is answered, and the confusion over this issue is explained. The issues of regeneration and sanctification are explained in detail. Andrew details the doctrine of super-intending, which solves the problem many see with...

Rapp Report episode 244 Jim Osman, author of God Doesn't Whisper, to answer the following questions from a listener: "At first, when I listened to this I was upset, like, why shouldn't I expect to hear from God audibly? I had to ask God, please help me keep an open heart and teach me what I need to know, which He did. I still have questions by the way, but at the end of this podcast I can truly sa...

Rapp Report episode 243 Andrew is joined by Chris Hohnholz of Voice of Reason Radio to discuss the confirmation bias seen in John 9. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources Listen to other podcasts on the Christian Podcast Community Support Striving for Eternity Leave us a review Fill out our survey about this show Give us your feedback, email us info@StrivingForE...

Rapp Report episode 242 Andrew interviews Eric Johnson of mrm.org on his new book Introducing Christianity to Mormons. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources Listen to other podcasts on the Christian Podcast Community Support Striving for Eternity Leave us a review Give us your feedback, email us info@StrivingForEternity.org Get the book What Do They Believe Get...

Rapp Report episode 241 A panel discussion on the state of apologetics in the church was hosted by CARM.org. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity and all our resources Listen to other podcasts on the Christian Podcast Community Support Striving for Eternity Leave us a review Give us your feedback, email us info@StrivingForEternity.org Get the book What Do They Believe Get the book W...

Rapp Report episode 240 Andrew was on the Thoroughly Equipped podcast talking about hermeneutics. A “2 Opposing Doctrines” episode with special guest Andrew Rappaport from Striving For Eternity. We discuss hermeneutics, the science of interpretation. Topics discussed: What is Hermeneutics? Why is it important? Why should we study the Bible? Study of bible vs reading the bible as devotions, what’s...

Rapp Report episode 239 National Strategy for Counter-Terrorism Against Christians This July 4th episode looks at counter-terrorism and is not a pleasant one. The government has put out a new document to explain its strategy for countering what they call domestic terrorism. That sounds good. However, when we see how they define a domestic terrorist and how they plan to deal with it, Christians nee...

Rapp Report episode 238 Andrew was interviewed for the Grace in the Shadows podcast. Dr. Marla and Dr. Jonathan Behler interview Andrew Rappaport, author and speaker with Striving for Eternity Ministries. In this broadcast, Andrew shares how he was reared in a Jewish home and became a Christian at 16. He also shares about his life and ministry. This podcast is a ministry of Striving for Eternity a...

Rapp Report episode 237 A sermon that Andrew delivered at GraceLife Church. It is from Psalm 93 and will encourage everyone, especially those that are suffering. “The Lord reigns; he is robed in majesty; the Lord is robed; he has put on strength as his belt. Yes, the world is established; it shall never be moved. Your throne is established from of old; you are from everlasting. The floods have lif...

Rapp Report episode 236 Salvation is a general and specific term that many confuse. Are we saved by works or not? This is answered, and the confusion over this issue is explained. The issues of regeneration and sanctification are explained in detail. Andrew details the doctrine of super-intending which solves the problem that many see with arguments of who chooses a person's salvation, God or man?...