In this episode we break the title up into two parts: Law & Gospel. In the first half, we seek to understand exactly what the New Testament author's mean when they use phrases like "the Law", "the Law of Moses", "the Law of Christ", ect.; how the Law applied to Israelite's under the Old Covenant and how it applies to Christians under the New Covenant today; and finally different uses of the Law for believers and unbelievers in Jesus Christ alike!

Then, in the second half, after seeing our need for a Savior because the Law exposes the fact we are sinners, we dive into what exactly "The Gospel" is by examining promises found in the Old Testament as well as the New Testament for follower's of Jesus Christ! We also examine the Greek word "πίστις" (pistis - "faith/trust") as we learn what it really means to "believe in Jesus"!

We also get into issues like the New Perspective on Paul, Karl Barth's arguments and Lutheran answers to his ideology, as well as a whole host of side topics you would expect when you sit a #Lutheran, #Calvinist and #Non-Calvinist down on a CSG episode!!!

Had a blast with Pr. Bryan as well as Josh Sherman and cannot wait for Episode #3!!!

Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/c/PastorBryanWolfmueller

Pastor Bryan's website:
https://wolfmueller.co/

"Has American Christianity Failed?" Video (Our FIRST episode with Bryan!):
https://youtu.be/ieBUYlAzFTs

Tending Our Nets (Joshua Sherman's) YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB6_hYWRfyKTQb0AspIf-ag

The Complete Sinner's Guide Episode Archive:
https://feed.completesinners.com/episodes

No matter what, we can find comfort in God because He holds everything together in the palm of His Hand. No matter what, nothing will EVER separate us from the love of God.

At the end of the day, Christians MUST line every claim up to Scripture, stand firm in the TRUTH, and rest in God. Paul reminds us in the 1st chapter of Galatians:

8 But even if we (or an angel from heaven) should preach a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be condemned to hell! 9 As we have said before, and now I say again, if any one is preaching to you a gospel contrary to what you received, let him be condemned to hell!

God bless and enjoy CSG’s big 5-0!!!

Biblical Texts Referenced:
1 Kings 22:19-23
Colossians 1:16
John 1
Ephesians 1
Job 38
Romans 8:1, 31-39
Matthew 6:34
1 Peter 1:1-9

Links Mentioned in Episode:
"National Security” Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2021/05/23/ufo-report-sightings-search/

Barrack Obama on UFOs: https://www.fox23.com/news/trending/barack-obama-ufo-videos-we-dont-know-exactly-what-they-are/WICHT4ILJVBPZAGED45EAZKUHQ/

“Thunderf00t” video “60 Minutes...Busted”:
https://youtu.be/VCH7BWGpl5s

Show Notes Posted Below:
(Travis’ Topic) Obedience, Submission & Worship w/ Joshua Davidson & Travis Worth

Is God in the “bad” thing’s that happen in my life?

Travis leads off this discussion with the reason’s why he chose obedience, submission, and worship to discuss this time on CSG, especially when we all find ourselves loosing passion in times of trouble.

How does obedience effect joy?

When was the last time you remember explicitly obeying a request from an elder or leader in your local church?

When we obey leaders, we obey Scripture

When was the last time you felt the Holy Spirit work in your heart?

Romans 12:11 (go when you don’t want to; see Philippians 2:13)

What is the difference between obedience and submission?

Difference between blind submission and willful submission.

Jonah

Commandments are tools for shaping us like Christ.

Be Holy for I am Holy.

Submission leads to worship.

Deep worship leads to high reverence of God.

Joy is transcendent in nature (Jesus said I leave my peace with you) despite feelings.

Romans 10:9

We then move on to Mark 7 to show how all types of sin, not just sexual, begin in the heart. To start fighting sin, we MUST begin with the heart, therefore we must begin with the Gospel. God gives us His Holy Spirit, not only to save and seal us for the Day of Redemption, but so that we can begin overcoming sin with the SAME POWER THAT RAISED JESUS FROM THE DEAD! This is so important in the Christian faith that we could not pass up speaking concerning this very thing!

I must say at this point the same thing Travis brings up next. SEX IS A GOOD THING. We have perverted something good that God has given us in marriage, so what can we do about it now? We FIGHT!

We wrap up the show with more practical steps that ANYONE can begin implementing tonight in your battle with sexual sin and not only that, but really any sin or temptation you are currently struggling with! This episode is PACKED with practical, biblical, content that will help YOU begin your journey in overcoming this devilish sin that goes against our very body itself! May God bless you all on your endeavors to become like the Messiah Jesus Himself!

We all have battled depression, some of us have overcome yet still struggle from time to time while other's, tragically, have lost their lives to depression. How can I overcome this demon? Do I need medicine? How can the Church help? These are just some of the question's we go over in this episode!

P.S. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression...REACH OUT/TALK TO THEM, Your/their life may depend on it!

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Michael leads us in giving his testimony concerning his experience using opiate’s. (Side note: beginning like a lot of addicts, Michael began using, not to “get high” but for post surgery rehabilitation. In pain, Michael took pain pills for comfort. This is my (Tyler) story as well. This seems to be a common denominator amongst many of those who end up becoming addicted to opiates especially.)

Noah then asks a great question about whether or not Mike had a walk with Jesus at all during this time in his life and if so, how did that effect Mike’s decision’s and possibly even outcome of his addiction?

For the addict we answer questions like “How do I reach out if I’m struggling with drug addiction to my church or family” and “What if I have been hurt before by the church and don’t trust very well” and for those who haven’t been pierced by this particular arrow from Satan’s quiver, “What can I do if I know someone struggling with drug use or addiction in general” (there is a difference between “drug use” and “active addiction”)?

This is important for the local church . “What is the appropriate heart to approach the addict with?” What ultimately drives a person to do what they do? Using the gospel to attack the root of drug addiction, sin, is how we fight this but do we put the gospel first, or is it central?

Mike and I then get into what addicts actually experience when going through “withdrawals” and give and addict POV for those who have never experienced this “HELL” those addicted to anything like this have probably experienced in one form or another and what we do, just to feel “normal”

A lot more is discussed in this episode in detail about drug addiction, even going on to answer the question “What happens when trust is broken between two people confided in each other to help?” but I would like to end with some practical steps those who are struggling with this particular sin and those who are feeling a desire to help someone in this situation can apply:

1. Find someone you can TRUST. This is key.
2. TALK to them. Be open and transparent, not feeling ashamed. We are forgiven! Also don’t give a cause for stumbling. Understand this is physical as well as mental and spiritual.
3. LISTEN. To the one helping, listen to the addicts story and to the addict, listen to the advice you’re given.
4. CENTER the conversation on The Gospel. The Gospel is the axe to strike the root of the tree that is sin for both sides.
5. FORGIVE. As I stated earlier, we are forgiven therefore if you backslide forgive yourself and get back up! To the accountability partner, if your partner backslides 70 X 7 times...forgive.
6. ENCOURAGE each other daily.
7. DON’T PUSH the addict to quit. Let God work in his or her life to grant repentance and faith.
8. PRAY

Sanctification is not an instantaneous thing that just happens overnight, rather a process that continues, in my opinion anyway, into eternity!

We have been given eternal life now, and we are commanded by our Lord and Savior to "be holy", but where we begin? Are there any steps we can take to actually defeat these sins that so easily conquer us and sinful habits we've been so accustomed to over the years? Can we, in this flesh, become perfect? Also what did Jesus and the apostles do when they were tempted to sin and how did they overcome?

As Bruce and I tackle these questions and more on our 40th episode of CSG may we all remember that in trusting Jesus with salvation as a whole, we can also trust Him to sanctify us by the power of the same Holy Spirit who raised Him from the dead!

I absolutely had a blast doing this interview with Bryson! Thank you so much for coming on and looking forward to having you on in the future as well! God bless each and everyone of you listening and supporting Bryson and also myself at CSG!

CONTACT INFO

For more episodes check out our main website here: completesinners.com
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E-mail: completesinner@gmail.com

Bryson's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/user/BSuriusOfficial

On the guest list we have some old and new friends on the show!
Michael Keaton
Joshua Davidson
Ty Brillhart
Joshua Sherman

We have A LOT to discuss on this one guys and gals! Join us as we dive into the corruption that we are seeing play out before our very eyes! Don't miss this one!!!

Side note from Tyler: This has absolutely been my favorite discussion to date on TCSG! I sincerely want to thank both Michael and David for coming on and discussing this topic! This discussion between Mike and David has been a long time coming and they have put so much work into this and the Lord's Will was for it to take place here! Also a big thanks to my co-host Noah! Without you TCSG would not be possible! I love you brother! And last but surely not least, my wife Lacy! I love you baby! You are a wonderful wife and the best mom our little girl could ask for! Thank you for letting me do this and taking the reigns with Kelcy while I prepare for these shows myself! Thank you God for everything you have given me! I pray you bless this podcast and may Your Holy Name and Your Son's Holy Name be glorified!

Special Guest: Noah J. Chelliah.

Special Guest: Noah J. Chelliah.

Special Guest: Noah J. Chelliah.