The Free Grace Apologies (C4C Apologetics)

The term "deconstruction" has been used often in the last couple years and often confuses a lot of people. In this interview, I speak with Thani Abuhamad who had his own crisis of faith and went through this process. He sheds light on what it means, the process involved, advice for those deconstructing and those who know someone that is, and much more! Thani Abuhamad's Website: https://goldenapple...

What is the Judgment of the Sheep & Goats; also referred to as the Judgment of the Nations. Is this a judgment unto salvation or hell based upon one's works? Is this a judgment against nations or countries? When does this judgment occur? All this, and more will be explained in my personal study of this passage. Check Out C4C Books: Investigating Lordship Salvation: https://www.amazon.com/Inves...

What does the term "cast out" mean in the Bible? Can a Christian be cast out? Does this reveal a loss of salvation or that one was never truly saved? Here I give a couple explanations into this misunderstood phrase. Check Out C4C Books: Investigating Lordship Salvation: https://www.amazon.com/Investigating-Lordship-Salvation-Response-Works-Based/dp/B09XZJD4RH A Biblical Sketch: Free Grace Theology...

Free Grace Theology, Covenant Theology, Reformed Theology, Progressive Covenantalism....does it even matter what "theology" one holds to? In this interview, we discuss practical implications of one's "theology" and how Free Grace Theology makes sense of Scripture. Grace School of Theology https://www.gsot.edu/ Grace Theology Press https://gracetheology.org/ Grace Line Ministries https://graceline....

Today I interview the Executive Director for the Free Grace Alliance, Grant Hawley. We discuss the differences between Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology, and how the role each of these frameworks play in understanding Scripture. Free Grace Alliance https://freegracealliance.com/ To Donate to Free Grace Alliance https://freegracealliance.com/donate Bold Grace Ministries http://boldgrace.org/...

In this interview, Dr. Jody Dillow (ThD, DTS) answers many questions regarding eschatological passages, and how they play in role in God's plan for mankind. Final Destiny: Fourth Revised Edition https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09QNZC7TF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_PJSX2PGAD91F9QHKJ7YS How to Discern God's Will https://tinyurl.com/5emdvnt9 The Fall of Satan https://tinyurl.com/8csaambv Biblical Education by...

What role does the Old Testament play in discerning eschatological passages found in the New Testament? Is it possible we are misunderstanding the Bible in key passages because we are not considering the cultural context in which it was written? In this interview, Hutson Smelley, founder of Mission 119 ministries, discusses why a Jewish understanding is important when discerning key passages deali...

In this interview, Dr. Andy Woods (President of Chafer Theological Seminary) discusses the difference between Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology, and gives some understanding to the Rapture, Return of Christ, the "apostasy", and much more! Dr. Andy Woods Website https://www.andywoodsministries.org/ Dr. Andy Woods YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd49vtSAApJ01IpfPJ6BVRA Dr. Andy Woods...

Today I interviewed an author who was influential in my early days of studying FGT. Shawn Lazar's book, "Beyond Doubt" helped solidify my position of FG within various theological camps. In this interview, we talk about eternal security, rewards, chastisement of the believer due to disobedience, answer charges against FGT, as well as a new book he is working on! Shawn Lazar's Blog, "The Art of Gra...

I was privileged to be interviewed on one of the books I wrote and during the interview I completely butchered the question on Dispensationalism. Therefore, I made this podcast to clarify what I should've said regarding the topic as opposed to droning on about hermeneutics. Check Out C4C Books: Investigating Lordship Salvation: https://www.amazon.com/Investigating-Lordship-Salvation-Response-Works...

We are excited to share that we are moving over to Telegram and Rumble. Rumble is much more 1A friendly as opposed to the work, leftist platforms. And Telegram is as well, but also allows for engagement, conversation, and sharing thoughts, ideas, and more with C4C! Join us at the below links! Telegram Link: t.me/c4capologetics Rumble: https://rumble.com/C4CApologetics Check Out C4C Books: Investig...

In this interview, I speak with a very knowledge apologist who has been studying Islam for almost a decade. He gives insight into the history of the religion, the Quran, how they misrepresent Christian teaching, as well as misrepresent their own as well.  Check Out C4C Books: Investigating Lordship Salvation: https://www.amazon.com/Investigating-Lordship-Salvation-Response-Works-Based/dp/B09X...

I was privileged to interview Shawn Willson, pastor of Grace Community Bible Church, and founder of Rev Reads ministry. In this interview, we discuss theological labels. Are they a good thing? What do the acronyms TULIP, DAISY, or PROVIDE mean? Is there an acronym for Free Grace Theology? And what are his Top-5 Free Grace books? All this, and more, in this interview! Grace Community Bible Church:...

This is the second part of a two-part series. In this episode I explain my views on what Romans 10:9-10 actually says. And spoiler alert...it has to do with Jewish eschatology. Check Out C4C Books: Investigating Lordship Salvation: https://www.amazon.com/Investigating-Lordship-Salvation-Response-Works-Based/dp/B09XZJD4RH A Biblical Sketch: Free Grace Theology https://www.amazon.com/Biblical-Sketch...

This is the first part of a two-part series. In this episode I explain what Romans 10:9-10 does not mean. Regardless of its popularity, this passage is not a general evangelistic call for people to be saved. There are at least three ways to know that is not the proper understanding. This video explains... Check Out C4C Books: Investigating Lordship Salvation: https://www.amazon.com/Investigating-L...

Today I interview a friend of mine who grew up in the Catholic Church for over a decade. We discuss various questions to understand what the Catholic Church believes and where these beliefs derive. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4C Apologetics Website: https://odbaptist.com/pages/c4c-apologetics Financially Support C4C Apologetics Ministry: https://odbaptist.com/give Don't forge...

Everyone carries presuppositions, or preconceived thoughts, about a subject. Presuppositions aren't a negative thing, but when we refuse to challenge our own, they become a barrier to our growth and understanding. This is an excerpt from my teaching on the book of James, original link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yc3YDzb6zEA&t=1606s Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4...

One of the foundational principles in interpreting any body of literature is to determine the audience. Correctly understanding the audience, is vital in understanding the proper interpretation, and subsequent application of the text. Why do so many ignore this principle when it comes to Scripture is beyond me... This is an excerpt from my teaching through the book of James, original link here: ht...

This is part of a series in which we break down the New Age Movement. In this episode I review the documentary The Meta Secret, by Mel Gill. Through this review, I expose New Age philosophy for what it is, damaging teachings that are cleverly sprinkled with general truths. These teachings place the successes, failures, and the sickness and health of the individual on their ability to be in harmony...

This is an audio excerpt from a pastor's panel we did at our church answering questions people submitted. This particular video discusses the basic understanding of Calvinism and why us three pastors reject the theological position that was posited as far back as Augustine. Original Sermon: https://odbaptist.com/podcasts/sermons-teachings/2022-04-10-pastors-panel Open Door Baptist Church: https://...

This is a clip from my senior pastor that concisely explains what God's election is unto, in the first chapter of Ephesians. And it's not unto eternal life.

This is a teaching from my local church where I explain how James 2:26 and how dead faith should be understood in its surrounding, book, and bible context. Any literal and logical reading of the book of James will allow the reader to understand that it is not talking about whether one is a genuine believer or not. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4C Apologetics Website: https://od...

Free Grace Theology: Correcting the Misrepresentation about Biblical Soteriology (Interview w/Dr. Charlie Bing, Grace Life Ministries) In this interview I speak with Dr. Charlie Bing, founder of Grace Life ministries, about the doctrine of salvation, Soteriology. Dr. Bing explains the view of Free Grace, or Biblical Grace, and corrects the misrepresentation of this view, explaining why it does not...

This is part of a 10-episode series in which we break down the New Age Movement. In this episode look at some key self-help figures outside the Church and see how there teachings are in contrast to the Bible, realizing how far they drive a wedge between a person and Jesus Christ. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4C Apologetics Website: https://odbaptist.com/pages/c4c-apologetics F...

This is part of a 10-episode series in which we break down the New Age Movement. In this episode we're see Eastern religious influences in the New Age Movement philosophy. Open Door Baptist Church: https://odbaptist.com/ C4C Apologetics Website: https://odbaptist.com/pages/c4c-apologetics Financially Support C4C Apologetics Ministry: https://odbaptist.com/give Don't forget to check out C4C Apologe...