Simply By Grace Podcast

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 Arminianism and later with Calvinism made him think through the issues of the gospel of grace. But the result was good--Sean came to a clearer understanding and a stronger grip on God's grace. Sean lives in Springfield, Missouri with his wife of 31 years, Krista. They have seven children and eight grandchildren, who they have faithfully steered into the truth of God's grace.

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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 the seminary over 40 years and now serves as Chancellor and Senior Professor of Bible Exposition. He loves to teach the Scriptures and has also advanced that ministry in his associations with Walk Thru the Bible and Bible Study Fellowship. Dr. Bailey has two Masters degrees from Western Seminary, a PhD from DTS and a DD from Dallas Baptist University.

You can use this link to get his book on discipleship, To Follow Him, or the many books he has contributed to or edited. Listen, like, comment, and share this podcast for an interesting conversation that covers issues related to our salvation by grace and our responsibility to respond to God.

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 strategically share the gospel of grace around the world. #FreeGraceAlliance#FreeGraceGospel#GospelofGrace

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. Ryrie and his contributions and relevance to theology and social issues. Charlie and Dr. Weaver also discuss Dr. Ryrie's contribution to the Lordship Salvation debate. You will find a deep appreciation for one of our greatest theologians. Dr. Paul Weaver's podcast is Bible and Theology Matters and he also has videos about archeological facts that affirm the veracity of the Bible called Faith Affirming Facts.

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 her life in order to take on the fullness of Christ's life and share it with others. Many talk about making disciples, so it is good to know the process. Charlie starts with an exposition of the great commission in Matthew 28:18-20 and goes on to exposit Matthew 16:24-25. The context and language of that latter passage is often misunderstood, but Jesus is clearly challenging His disciples to the next step. This message will challenge you to become more of a disciple, and just as importantly, make disciples of others. #gracelifeministries #makingdisciples

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 from church to the Ethnos360 Bible Institute to a commitment to missions even though they were now in their 40's. But God had a place for them to serve. Most exciting is their discovery of the free grace message. It set them free from doubts and insecurities. The Shafer's enthusiasm is contagious. You will find them an enjoyable couple to listen to. You can learn more about their lives and ministry at https://blogs.ethnos360.org/roland-shaferjr/.

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 the end, many people indicated that they wanted to trust in Jesus Christ alone for their eternal salvation. Be edified and share this with others who might need to hear the gospel. They will hardly know they are in Ghana! #gracelifeministies #graceforGhana

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 the world. Have a seat in the circle and join the conversation. You can find out more about Ethnos360 (formerly known as New Tribes Mission) at Ethnos360.org. #Ethnos360 #Gracemissions #gracelifeministries

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 the gospel across Eurasia.

Nikolai also opens up about the challenges he faced as a Ukrainian refugee, fleeing the war and finding a new home in the United States. Despite the hardships, his faith in God's grace remains unwavering. This episode is a powerful testament to resilience, faith, and the transformative power of God's grace.

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 dangers of barrenness and short-sightedness in the Christian life. He discusses the "virtue ladder" that Peter outlines, encouraging believers to cultivate qualities like moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, and unconditional love.

Charlie also addresses common misconceptions about the Christian life, emphasizing that true spirituality is not just about external acts but about internal transformation. He concludes with a powerful reminder of the rewards awaiting those who diligently grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ.

Tune in to learn how to cultivate a fruitful Christian life and ensure an abundant entrance into the everlasting kingdom.