The Waking up to Grace Podcast
If you are tired of trusting those who wave around their spiritual credentials and want to seek truth using true investigative techniques known as hermeneutics, come and join us at the waking up to grace podcast.
We take a thorough, yet simple approach to scripture, factoring in things like audience relevance, historical settings, time frames of the writings, ancient Hebrew thought, and always read with our gospel goggles on. This is how we gain insight that many never thought possible.
The finished work of Christ Yeshua goes further than most realize, even beyond the cross and resurrection.
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Episodes
56 episodes
056. God’s Judgment and Paul's Rhetoric (Romans 2:1-11)
Paul examines God's judgment in Romans 2, revealing how self-righteousness fails to save while faith in Christ's glory provides true salvation. His rhetorical style, influenced by Greek education, helps us understand difficult passages that mig...
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055. Sinners will not inherit Life (Romans 1:29-32)
As Christians we can walk by the Spirit rather than being consumed by sin and its destructive influence on our lives and communities.• Sin is what happens when separated from God, leading to a lack of peace, love, and fulfillment• W...
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054. Lost in the freedom of Grace (Romans 1:29-32)
Freedom in Christ allows us to enjoy unbreakable fellowship with God, but we must be careful not to get lost in that freedom and find ourselves in bondage to sin. This episode explores the tension between God's grace and our responsibility to f...
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053. Homosexuality: The Due Penalty for Error (Romans 1:21-28)
Paul's examination of homosexuality in Romans 1 reveals critical truths about sin, grace, and our relationship with God that challenge both extremes in today's church debate. We expose the error in teaching that Christians can be "out of fellow...
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052. The Gospel in the Stars?! (Romans 1:18-20)
The gospel message may be written in the stars themselves, revealing Paul's true meaning in Romans 1:19-20 about what can be "clearly perceived" about God since creation.• Examining the concept of natural revelation versus the gospel re...
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051. (1 John 1:9) is NOT Christian Instruction?
The widespread misinterpretation of 1 John 1:9 has created unnecessary confusion about our fellowship with God and led to religious practices that don't align with the finished work of Christ.• 1 John 1:9 is not Christian instruction to...
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050. Thinking Outside of "The Box Church"
The modern "church" no longer resembles the participatory gatherings of the first century, having replaced communal sharing with passive entertainment and one-way communication. • Ancient synagogues were community centers where any...
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049. Unashamed: from Faith for Faith (Romans 1:16-17)
The gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, revealing the righteousness that comes from faith for faith as prophesied in scripture.• Paul declared he was not ashamed of the gospel despite being treated as "scu...
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048. Are you out of Fellowship with God? (Romans 1:8-15)
Continuing last weeks study, we explore the biblical truth about fellowship with God, challenging the common teaching that Christians can be "in and out" of fellowship based on behavior and sin.• Examining Paul's letters to the Corinthi...
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047. How Spiritual is your Prayer Life? (Romans 1:8-15)
Lenny and Melissa explore Paul's prayer life across his letters, revealing his consistent focus on thanksgiving, spiritual growth, and Christ's love rather than sin-consciousness.• Paul consistently displayed thanksgiving and never-ceas...
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046. Prayer through Paul's Spiritual Lens (Romans 1:8-15)
Prayer extends beyond designated moments of quiet conversation with God into an ongoing spiritual mindset that permeates our entire thought life. When Paul prayed for the Romans "without ceasing," he showed us how to maintain spiritual focus an...
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045. Apostle Paul didn't write to Sinners (Romans 1:1-7)
God sees you as a saint, not a sinner, and this profound truth transforms how we understand our identity in Christ and our relationship with Him.• Paul consistently addressed all believers as "saints" regardless of their struggles with ...
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044. The Antidote to Christian Cognitive Dissonance (Romans 1:1-7)
The gospel of grace stands as the ultimate cure for the cognitive dissonance many Christians experience when they believe conflicting ideas about forgiveness and fellowship with God.• Paul's greeting of "grace and peace" reveals a profo...
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043. Grace Restored: Understanding Christ’s Finish (Romans 1:1-7)
Join us as we explore the epic tales and profound truths found within Scripture, anchoring our focus on the narratives of Nephilim and the Tower of Babel. We ask tough questions about mankind's purpose and God's unwavering promise of redemption...
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042. The Rebellion of Yahweh's Divine Council (Romans 1:1-7)
Our exploration dives into the title "God Most High" and the implications it has on our understanding of divine authority. Against a backdrop of creation and rebellion, we discuss Yahweh's divine council, the nature of spiritual warfare, and th...
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041. How to be Obedient to God Effortlessly (Romans 1:1-7)
This episode explores the deep connection between obedience and faith, challenging common misconceptions taught within many religious circles. We discuss how true obedience flows from a gift of grace, emphasizing that it cannot be earned and is...
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040. Does God have a Name? (Romans 1:1-7)
The episode focuses on the name of the Lord, particularly revealing that 'Jesus' is originally 'Yeshua,' meaning 'Salvation from Yahweh.' Listeners are invited to explore the significance of names in scripture, the cultural transitions of lingu...
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039. Jesus is Lord and He Chose You (Romans 1:1-7)
This episode emphasizes the importance of abiding in Christ as a transformative aspect of faith, highlighting the contrast between the Old and New Covenants. Discussions revolve around God’s sovereignty, the power of prayer, and the significanc...
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038. The Discipleship Fellowship Debacle
This episode delves into the complexities of discipleship, exploring how it often creates burdensome expectations rather than fostering true fellowship with Christ. As we discuss the implications of law versus grace, listeners are called to ret...
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037. Can Christians be Disciples?
Discipleship is fundamentally a spiritual calling rooted in grace rather than human effort. This episode illuminates the nature of being a disciple, emphasizing that one is chosen by God, and highlights the importance of understanding one's ide...
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036. The Woman Apostle (Romans 16:1-7)
Junia emerges from the pages of scripture as a pivotal figure, highlighting the essential roles women played in early Christianity, including the possibility of her being an apostle. By closely examining key texts and historical contexts, we de...
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035. Do we have Christian Apostles today? (Romans 1:1-7)
Today, we take a deep dive into Paul's letter to the Romans, exploring its profound message about identity in Christ and the apostleship of Paul. We discuss the significance of being a bondservant, the transformation of Paul from persecutor to ...
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034. Intro to Romans and How to "Do Church" (Romans)
Paul’s exploration of tradition and community within the letter to the Romans invites us to reflect on our own practices in today’s churches. As we dissect historical context and early church dynamics, we emphasize the importance of participati...
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033. Paul's letters and early Church practices (Romans)
Join us as we explore the deep connections between rhetoric, argumentation, and faith in Paul's letters to the Romans. This episode discusses the importance of effective communication in the early church and encourages listeners to engage openl...
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