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**Core Christianity**

Core Christianity is dedicated to helping the body of Christ by answering the tough questions of our time.
Pastor Adriel Sanchez gives biblical answers that not only show why Christianity is true, but also why it’s good and beautiful. As an essential part of our multimedia effort to teach believers the core truths of historic Christianity, Core Christianity helps people experience the comfort of the gospel and gain confidence and wisdom.

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How Can I Act as a Peacemaker During the Upcoming Election? Oct 21, 2020

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Episode 558 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. Can you help me understand how God's Sovereignty fits into the story of King Saul? The Bible says that if he would have obeyed, then his kingdom would have been established forever. But instead God "sought out another." Doesn't that seem like an argument against God's sovereignty? It looks like Saul could have gone either direction, but if I understand sovereignty right, shouldn't Saul's fall be set in stone by God's decree?

2. What is "Christendom"? I see that word used but am not sure what others mean by it.

3. I am worried about conflict between family, friends, and church members after the election next month, especially since it has already been a stressful year. I know that Jesus says, "blessed are the peacemakers" in the Sermon on the Mount. How can I prepare myself now to be a peacemaker?

4. Does the bible have anything to say about out of body experiences?

Resources

None Greater: The Undomesticated Attributes of God by Matthew Barrett

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Was the Doctrine of Hell Added to the Bible? Oct 20, 2020

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Episode 557 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. In 1 Samuel 21, David pretends to be insane in front of the king of Gath so he wouldn't be recognized. Was this sinful since he was concealing the truth and trying to deceive the king with his actions? I've always thought he was just using his wit to get out of a bad situation, especially since he later claims in Psalms 34 and 56 that he was trusting God to rescue him in that moment. Is it possible for certain kinds of deception to not be rooted in sin but instead simply be shrewd and timely wisdom?

2. Is the bible only true in the original languages, and are subsequent translations tainted with error?

3. My cousin is 16 and her parents are going through a divorce. I believe now would be a good to time to reach out and start sharing with her about Jesus and the gospel, but I don't know how to start. Any advice?

4. I have family members who are telling me that the doctrine of hell has been added to the bible, and that the original meaning of hell was about refinement and that all religions and spiritualities are mere attempts at trying to get to God. Any idea how to respond to this?

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The Christian Faith: A Systematic Theology for Pilgrims on the Way by Michael Horton

Honest Evangelismby Rico Tice

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Must Christians Always Turn the Other Cheek? Oct 19, 2020

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Episode 556 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. How do I answer objections against the supposed violence in the Old Testament?

2. Do bishops and elders have to be married people, or can you be single and still be an elder or deacon in a church?

3. What would you say to a Christian who has been waiting years for an answer to a specific prayer about pain and suffering? I know about verses like Romans 12:12, Psalm 27:14, Isaiah 40:31, etc. I know Job probably suffered for years before his trials came to an end, but personally, it's been 5 years and I am still waiting.

4. I ran across this question the other day: Are Christians always meant to be pacifists? Do we have the ability to defend ourselves from physical violence, or must we always turn the other cheek?

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Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with Godby Timothy Keller

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What the Book of Exodus Says About Abortion Oct 16, 2020

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Episode 555 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. What book of the Bible should I introduce to the youth group that I am a leader in?

2. I know as a Christian we should read the bible ourselves but what do you do when you're scared that you will interpret it wrong? What do you do when you have trouble navigating your bible for answers as well?

3. Did Jesus mean for us to repeat the words of the Lord's Prayer, or is the Lord's Prayer merely a guideline for the things we ought to pray about?

4. I have encountered people who accuse Christians of not knowing their Bible when they are pro-life "because Exodus 21:22 only calls for a fine if a baby is aborted" — obviously they are mistaken in interpreting "miscarriage" as being anywhere equivalent with abortion. But my question is: in the Hebrew, is there grounds for some of these Bible translators to use the word "miscarriage" instead of something like "premature birth" — as translations like the NASB do?

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GOSPEL OF JOHN: LEADER'S EDITION (WORKBOOK)

Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

The Story of Reality: How the World Began, How It Ends, and Everything Important that Happens in Between by Gregory Koukl

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Does God Punish People Through Disease? Oct 15, 2020

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Episode 554 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?

2. Is Islam a false religion?

3. Is the 3rd-use of the law legitimate? It seems that if people have a good sense of justification by faith alone that the 3rd use of the law is not necessary.

4. If Moses's sister Miriam received leprosy from God in the Old Testament, does that mean God can punish people with sicknesses today?

Resources

Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictionsby Gregory Koukl

Devoted to God: Blueprints for Sanctification by Sinclair B. Ferguson

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What Happens to Those Who Have Never Heard the Gospel? Oct 14, 2020

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Episode 552 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. Does John 9:2 teach that it is possible to sin in the womb?

2. Do denominations matter? I'm a Christian that trusts in Jesus alone but I can't decide on a church because of so many different beliefs, which scares me because I'm worried about being misled.

3. Is it a sin to enjoy alcohol?

4. How can God be just when folks who have never heard about Jesus are not able to have the opportunity to respond to the gospel?

Resources

None Greater: The Undomesticated Attributes of God by Matthew Barrett

Are People Who Have Never Heard the Gospel Doomed?

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What Do I Do When My Pastor Acts Like a Political Pundit? Oct 13, 2020

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Episode 552 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. Reading 2 Timothy 2:15, how do I rightly "divide the word" and handle it rightly when it seems so easy to take scripture out of context?

2. I recently have been laid off due to COVID. I realize that God generally promises to save and redeem us and that that does not mean we will live successful and comfortable lives, but when I began the job I was laid off from, it seemed like it was a huge answer to prayer. I really felt that God had me where I was supposed to be, and now that is taken away. I am sure God cares for us in these times but is the only comfort we have that we will be with him in heaven? That is comforting, but it seems like we are on our own as we are looking for work. Do you have any thoughts on this?

3. How do you approach your pastor when he is shifting the message and turns it into a political ad or a hate speech towards people that doesn't have the same belief as we Christians do?

4. Are Christians today required to pay tithes?

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Does the Bible Teach that Women Should Not Hold Political Office? Oct 12, 2020

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Episode 551 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. Did the Pharisees reject Jesus because he did not meet what they were expecting or because they did not have the ability to see Him as the Son of God?

2. What happened to the Tree of Life in the garden after the Fall? Did it die, or just go away, what was its significance?

3. Can you go more in detail about Leviticus 19:28? I enjoy getting tattoos, am I sinning?

4. In Isaiah 3:12, it seems to say that God laments that women are ruling over Israel. If this is the case, does it mean that we should lament when women are appointed to positions of political power?

5. The Bible seems to speak of the Sabbath being on the 7th day, Saturday, so why do most Christians worship on Sunday?

Resources

The Gospel-Driven Life: Being Good News People in a Bad News World by Michael Horton

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Why Live Streaming Cannot Replace In-Person Worship Oct 09, 2020

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Episode 550 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. When someone becomes a Christian, at what point should they be baptized, immediately after conversion, or should there be a long process?

2. What resources do you recommend I use to share with my friends who are Roman Catholic?

3. Recently people have shared that they are not going to come back to in-person services at church even after COVID restrictions are lifted because they enjoy live-streaming more than going to service. How can I encourage them to come back?

Resources

Core Christianity: Finding Yourself in God's Story by Michael Horton

The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by Timothy Keller

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Fighting Depression in 2020 Oct 08, 2020

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Episode 549 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions.

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1. How do we reconcile the Lord's Prayer, where it says, "Lead us not into temptation," with James 1, where it says, "no one should say, 'God is tempting me'"?

2. Recently I refused to give money to a panhandler, and I feel guilty about it. Should I feel this way, or was I justified in refusing him?

3. Did Peter teach Jesus delivers to us the Spirit, forgiveness, and salvation in Acts 2:38 and 1 Peter 3:21? Didn't the earliest Christians in church history hold to baptismal regeneration?

4. 2020 has felt like a really emotionally exhausting year. It seems like in every area of life there is a conflict between people, and though I have never dealt with depression before, that is the only thing that makes sense of what I am feeling throughout this year. How can people like me persevere and hang on when it feels like one thing after another is weighing life down?

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9 THINGS EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT DEPRESSION

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