Simply By Grace Podcast

Join us for another Grace Story that chronicles the journey of Ian Beck, now a missionary with Ethnos360. He was saved by grace as a child but had to wade through Charismatic, Reformed, and Lordship Salvation churches before he discovered that salvation was truly and totally free. He talks about people, literature, and Bible passages that led him on his journey. You will feel his enthusiasm for li...

Welcome to a new episode of Simply by Grace. Dr. Charlie Bing delves into 2 Corinthians Chapter 4, bringing to light Apostle Paul's enduring struggle to defend his ministry against false accusations. In this episode, Dr. Bing emphasizes the importance of maintaining integrity in preaching the gospel, without resorting to deceitful tactics for the sake of gaining converts. Dr. Bing discusses how Pa...

Join Charlie as he walks us through 2 Timothy Chapter 4, urging believers to center their lives and ministries on the Word of God, especially in today's challenging times. With references to personal experiences and the prevalent state of biblical illiteracy, he highlights the significance of faithful teaching and genuine service over superficial evangelism. Charlie challenges us to embrace a word...

Tasmania may be known for its devils, but God has His angels there, too. This story is about a man, Mick Francis of Tasmania, who searched for the truth. His search took him through eastern religions to various -isms and theologies. After learning a lot about the Bible from Reformed preachers, something didn't seem right about their approach. Mick landed in a dispensational view of the Scriptures...

Charlie shares a review of GraceLife Ministries' accomplishments in 2024 and their exciting plans for 2025. From training sessions in the Philippines, Ghana, and Burundi to online theological teachings across the globe, discover how the ministry is impacting both believers and seekers. Learn about key resources and books authored by Dr. Bing, including 'Simply by Grace' and 'Grace, Salvation, and...

Join Charlie as he delves into the cycle of giving and receiving that arises from God's grace. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, discover how acts of kindness like a free coffee can set off a ripple effect that transforms lives, leading to unexpected blessings and opportunities. Explore the concept of 'grace giving' as Charlie explains the biblical perspective on generosity, cont...

What do you think of when you think about heaven? Does it make you eager to go there? Today? Sometimes myths and misconceptions about heaven give us a stilted view of what it is like and even where it will be. It doesn't sound very appealing to many people. Charlie addresses five myths about heaven: We will become angels in heaven We will live in heaven forever Heaven will be boring We will miss o...

Do we hear enough about the Judgment Seat of Christ where every Christian must give an account of how his or her life was used? Some theologies dismiss this judgment altogether seeing only one judgment called The Great White Throne. This results in salvation by works because that is the criteria for the GWT judgment. Even in churches and with preachers who believe in the JSOC, this event is not ta...

Have you ever attended a church that taught differently or drifted away from what you believe? In this Grace Story, Sean Runcorn took quite a journey from the time he was saved through troubled teenage years, and finally a return to the Lord and regular church attendance. His experience with different churches forced him to think through some biblical and theological issues. His brushes with Armin...

In this episode, you will appreciate listening to a man dedicated to teaching the Bible in a conversation with Charlie about the subject of the Judgment Seat of Christ, rewards, man's free will, and the meaning of total depravity. We are honored to have the former president of Dallas Theological Seminary as our guest. Dr. Mark Baily served as president of DTS for 19 years and was associated with t...

Charlie presents a challenge to include in our passions the spreading of the gospel of the grace of God. He examines Acts 20:24 with some insights from the original language and the Apostle Paul and the Apostle Paul's life. This was preached at the Free Grace Aliance International Conference in the Woodlands, Texas. Hopefully, you will see the urgency and importance of working together to strategi...

You will hear about one of the most influential modern day theologians, Dr. Charles Ryrie. Dr. Paul Weaver, who served as academic dean of Word of Life Bible Institute in New York and Hungary and is now teaching in the Bible Exposition department at Dallas Theological Seminary wrote a book called Charles C. Ryrie: The Man, His Ministry, and His Method. You will hear interesting insights about Dr....

What are we doing here? Why did God leave His church behind instead of taking us straight to heaven? The Lord Jesus Christ left his followers with a command and mandate to make disciples who will make disciples. But what does that process involve? First, a person must believe in Christ, then they commit to follow Christ. However, perhaps the greatest challenge is for the believer to lose his or he...

After living their version of fun and freedom, Roland and Jinni Shafer found themselves in need of help. Alcoholics Anonymous gave them the support and community they needed. But even so, something was missing. So they visited a church--reluctantly. From there, things moved along quickly to bring them to a saving faith in Jesus Christ--the missing piece of their lives. Their journey takes them fro...

How do you share the message of grace in a different country and culture? By being biblical, speaking clearly, and enunciating carefully to help with the accent issue. Charlie explains God's grace from Romans 3:21-25 to a new audience in Ghana, West Africa, at Pastor Rockson Obeng's Miraculous Light Church. This is one of his clearest and most passionate presentations of the Free Grace message. At...

When at the headquarters of Ethnos360 mission in Sanford, FL, Charlie sat down for an informal conversation about the gospel of grace, salvation, and how it is shared cross-culturally. Participating were missionaries Steve Sanford (CEO), Bob Nyberg, Butch Bennett, and Ken Frost. This mission has taken a solid stand on the free and clear gospel as they share it in their Bible Institute and around t...

In this episode of Simply by Grace, Charlie interviews Nikolai Revtov, the director of Heart to Heart Ministries. Nikolai shares his fascinating journey from a Communist and atheist upbringing in the USSR to becoming a devoted Christian and ministry leader. He recounts the life-changing moment when he first read the Bible and how he transitioned from a successful career in metallurgy to spreading...

In this insightful episode, Charlie delves into the importance of spiritual growth, using the book of 2 Peter as a guide. Charlie draws parallels between the nurturing of a newborn and the development of a Christian's faith, emphasizing that everything needed for growth is already present within us. Through a detailed analysis of 2 Peter, he explores the concept of spiritual fruitfulness and the d...

Former pastor, author, lecturer, and speaker Ed Underwood discusses disciple making with Charlie. Ed has revised his Beginning in Grace: Seven Basic Truths to Transform Your Relationship to God discipleship manual to make it even more effective. He has used this tool for many years to make disciples. The conversation includes what a disciple is, how disciples are made, and the importance of making...

Of all the words Jesus uttered, perhaps the most profound and important word is found in John 19:30 translated "It is finished!" But what did that mean to those who heard it and what does it mean to us today.? All over the world, people are working hard to earn heaven or be worthy of eternal salvation. So what did Jesus finish? Charlie names six things that that were finished at the cross by the L...

You will be thrilled by the story of Pastor Abeiku Okai, who went from preaching morality and legalism to prosperity, to the freedom of grace. Now that he understands the gospel of God's free grace he is totally committed to sharing that message with his fellow Ghanaians and on his Voice of Grace YouTube channel. You can hear his own interview with Charlie at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nC1U4A...

Unlocking Every Spiritual Blessing: Exploring Ephesians 1:1-6 Join Charlie in this episode as he delves into the lessons from Ephesians 1:1-6. Discover the parallel between Hetty Green's untapped wealth and the spiritual blessings many Christians leave unrealized. Explores the concept of being "in Christ." Through historical context and theological insights, gain a deeper understanding of the spir...

Join Charlie in this enlightening episode as he explores the profound simplicity of attaining eternal life. Through a deep dive into John 3, he addresses common misconceptions and highlights the essence of faith. Charlie shares a memorable childhood experience, emphasizing that life's complexities often mask simple truths. Discover how Nicodemus, a learned Pharisee, sought answers from Jesus and r...

Charlie talks with Free Grace Alliance leaders president Jeremy Vance and director Jeremy Mikkelson about the growing ministry of the FGA. They share how the ministry has blessed them and others with the emphasis on the free grace of God. Hear about exciting conferences, the magazine, church map, and other resources. Also, get a preview of the October 17-19 International Conference in The Woodland...

This is a story about how sin tried to ruin and waste a life, but God would not allow it. Carmen Pate had a rough start being sexually abused as a child. That did not stop her from hearing the gospel at a young age and believing in Jesus Christ as her Savior. Carmen strayed away from the Lord in her teen years. What should have been a joyful blessing ended up as spiritual abuse in legalistic churc...