This week, we’re sharing a live Q&A where we talk Christian nationalism, predestination, identity in Christ, and what it means to trust grace without abusing it. We explore how God forms us, how to walk with those who feel spiritually numb, and why the church remains central to following Jesus.

In this episode:

(00:00) - Intro
(01:00) - What’s the problem with “Christian nationalism”?
(06:54) - Is it wrong for Christians to stay out of politics?
(08:50) - What does predestination mean for me—and my family?
(17:08) - Are we passive in our relationship with God?
(22:12) - Can grace be abused—and what would that look like?
(24:09) - If we fall short of biblical commands, do we lose our inheritance?
(26:07) - Does grace extend to all—including the marginalized and LGBTQ?
(27:37) - How do you help someone who’s become callous to sin?
(30:38) - How can we make the church central to our lives?
(34:03) - Why is Ephesians so relevant to today’s church?
(35:04) - Does the Spirit shape our character—and our behavior?
(36:06) - How does the church keep building on Christ’s foundation today?

Get full show notes and links at https://www.thechristianskeptic.org.

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thechristianskeptic.